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Paperback. London's Underground is associated with a multitude of ghostly stories and sightings, particularly on stations and abandoned lines, many of which are in close proximity to burial sites from centuries ago. This book reveals well-known tales of spirits, spectres and other spooky occurrences on one of the oldest railway networks in the world. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 7. Weight in Grams: 234.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752447469
ISBN
9780752447469
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.96

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752457321
ISBN
9780752457321
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 17.59

Paperback. Features a collection of true-life tales that takes the reader on a tour of the streets, alehouses, cemeteries and city walls of Chester. Drawing on contemporary and historical sources, this title contains accounts of spirits, spectres and poltergeists including 'Sarah'. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 164 x 6. Weight in Grams: 232.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752447810
ISBN
9780752447810
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.47

Paperback. A pub with a deceased barmaid who simply refuses to leave, a Grey Lady in the Theatre Royal; a poltergeist in the Garrick's Head pub; a man in a black hat at the Assembly Rooms. Bath is one of the few British cities which may justifiably be called beautiful. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165 x 6. Weight in Grams: 224.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752447599
ISBN
9780752447599
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.25

Paperback. 'Secrets of Central London's Squares' delves into the strange, quirky and curious histories of London's famous squares. Num Pages: 96 pages, 130. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 233 x 14. Weight in Grams: 278.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445656649
ISBN
9781445656649
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.79

Paperback. The fascinating history of Wallingford, illustrated through old and modern pictures. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 184, 95 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 166 x 2. Weight in Grams: 284.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848683198
ISBN
9781848683198
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.46

Paperback. A collection of more than 200 photographs that trace the ways Paignton has changed and developed. This book shows the different aspects of everyday life, from shops and businesses, churches and schools, to images of work and leisure, day trips and days off. It captures the landscapes and landmarks of the town and its surrounding areas. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 234 x 9. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752444642
ISBN
9780752444642
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.47

Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages, 90 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; 3JJF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 596.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750952897
ISBN
9780750952897
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 20.63

hardcover. DUBLIN
Publication date
1987
Publisher
Trinity History Workshop
Condition
New
Format
Hardback
SKU
KRF2233342
ISBN
9780951140024
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 6.23

Paperback. Unpretentious and brash with all the trimmings one would expect of a traditional seaside resort, Blackpool remains the iconic resort town. This collection of images reveals the changing face of the town during the past century. Over 200 old postcards and photographs - help highlight Blackpool's remarkable transformation from a fledgling resort. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, aprox. 200. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752444949
ISBN
9780752444949
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.39

Paperback. Oxford Pubs gives a unique and fascinating insight into some of Oxford's famous and infamous pubs, taverns and inns. Series: Pubs. Num Pages: 96 pages, 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH; WTHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445647289
ISBN
9781445647289
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.47

Paperback. Contains Ancient history: the prologue; The golden age of motoring; The post-war years: changing times, change, and change again: the arrival of computers; Modern times: a fresh start; Collectors' gold; Islands and Ireland; Curiosities and eccentricities, auctions and anomalies; and further reading. Series: Shire album. Num Pages: 32 pages, b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: WGCB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 169 x 143 x 3. Weight in Grams: 90.
Publisher
Shire Publications Ltd
Number of pages
32
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
9780747805663
ISBN
9780747805663
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.59

Paperback. 192 pages, Illustrations, maps. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; KNGS; WQH. Dimension: 235 x 158 x 10. Weight: 420.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
DB Publishing
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780910628
ISBN
9781780910628
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.76

Hardback. A bucolic Indiana community striving to maintain the utopian ideals of its founders Num Pages: 224 pages, 48 halftones, 120 color illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBND; WQH; WQP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5487 x 6782 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1134.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253356451
ISBN
9780253356451
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 55.28

Paperback.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445613864
ISBN
9781445613864
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.47

Paperback. Featuring stories of unexplained phenomena, apparitions, poltergeists, changelings and banshees and including accounts of mysterious vanishing islands, ghosts of shipwrecked Spanish sailors, and, of course, the story behind the legendary Blarney Stone, this book contains many spooky narratives. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 164 x 7. Weight in Grams: 304.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845886943
ISBN
9781845886943
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.56

Paperback. Discover a wealth of history in the stories told by a wide range of Walworth residents. Series: Memories. Num Pages: 96 pages, 105. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 236 x 6. Weight in Grams: 302.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445634494
ISBN
9781445634494
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.79

Paperback. A guided tour of this historic area, showing how the areas you know and love have transformed over the centuries. Series: History Tour. Num Pages: 96 pages, 120. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 126 x 167 x 7. Weight in Grams: 152.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445641522
ISBN
9781445641522
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.82

Paperback. Gloucester is known these days for its fine cathedral and the redeveloped docks. Part history, part guidebook, this book uncovers the city's heritage from Roman to modern times. It explores over eighty sites of interest to illustrate graphically how the city has developed. It provides useful information for visitors. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 172 x 15. Weight in Grams: 582.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750944656
ISBN
9780750944656
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 19.57

Paperback. Reminisce about those much-cherished pubs that are no longer with us, and join us for a drink in those that are. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WQH; WTHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 173 x 13. Weight in Grams: 472.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752455570
ISBN
9780752455570
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 18.88

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBCB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 279 x 13. Weight in Grams: 810.
Publisher
Harbour Publishing Canada
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781550175219
ISBN
9781550175219
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.17

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752482774
ISBN
9780752482774
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.51

Paperback. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; DCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 200 x 9. Weight in Grams: 282. 136pp
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Tir Na nOg Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
9781906326340
ISBN
9781906326340
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.61

Hardback. A history of Merseyside war years Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; 3JJH; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 165 x 13. Weight in Grams: 446.
Publisher
Batsford Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752463520
ISBN
9780752463520
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.84

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