Local History
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Local History
Paperback. Historic, hand-tinted imagery of Rhode Island's beautiful State Capitol, Roger Williams Park, and Narragansett Bay illuminate the heritage of Providence. Over 300 vintage, hand-tinted postcards transport readers to through the first half of the 1900s, and serve as introduction to the city's rich history. Num Pages: 128 pages, 319 postcard images. BIC Classification: 1KBBER; 3JJC; WCS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 280 x 12. Weight in Grams: 628.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764324758
- ISBN
- 9780764324758
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.20
€ 31.99
€ 21.20
Paperback. Over 250 vintage postcards takes readers on a journey through the city of Newport News, Virginia. View its history, industry, recreation, and culture from the 1890s through World War II. A chapter on deltiology (the study and collecting of postcards) gives collectors useful information to help them build their own postcard collection. Num Pages: 127 pages, 298 vintage postcards. BIC Classification: 1KBBFV; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 217 x 9. Weight in Grams: 652.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 127
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764324055
- ISBN
- 9780764324055
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.20
€ 31.99
€ 21.20
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 247 vintage postcards. BIC Classification: 1KBBES; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 282 x 11. Weight in Grams: 654.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764323898
- ISBN
- 9780764323898
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.20
€ 31.99
€ 21.20
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 203 color & 22 b/w images. BIC Classification: 1KBBWX; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 274 x 11. Weight in Grams: 650.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764323843
- ISBN
- 9780764323843
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.20
€ 31.99
€ 21.20
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 216 postcard images. BIC Classification: HBJK; HBLW; WCS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 281 x 217 x 9. Weight in Grams: 646.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764323836
- ISBN
- 9780764323836
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.20
€ 31.99
€ 21.20
Hardback. Series: Cultural Studies of Delaware and the Eastern Shore. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFD; 3JJC; 3JJF; 3JJG; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 291 x 223 x 18. Weight in Grams: 776.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University of Delaware Press United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781611490442
- ISBN
- 9781611490442
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.41
€ 73.41
Hardback. This charming book collects the stories behind the names of Maine lobsterboats. Some of the names are of children, or of loved ones who've passed on; some are religious or inspirational, and some are downright funny. But the stories behind them are all interesting and reveal an inside look at Maine fishing culture. Num Pages: 144 pages, 75 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBEN; KNAF; WH; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 159 x 15. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781608934485
- ISBN
- 9781608934485
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 15.95
€ 16.99
€ 15.95
Paperback. It's no surprise that remote Martha's Vineyard is home to a significant population of ghosts. After twenty years in print, this classic is now updated and expanded with new information and new stories. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBES; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Edition
- 20 Anniversary ed
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781608933525
- ISBN
- 9781608933525
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 15.36
€ 16.99
€ 15.36
hardcover. Stately mansions and cosy cottages line the avenues of Beaufort, South Carolina. This illustrated text invites you inside the exterior facades to enjoy the simple elegance and charm of historic house museums, architectural landmarks, and the downtown historic district. Num Pages: 96 pages, 208 colour photographs, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBFS; AMR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 375.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Pelican Publishing Co United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 96
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781565547209
- ISBN
- 9781565547209
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 18.61
€ 18.99
€ 18.61
Paperback. Num Pages: 250 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; HBJK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 179 x 20. Weight in Grams: 381.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Wordware Publishing Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781556226984
- ISBN
- 9781556226984
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.85
€ 19.99
€ 18.85
Paperback. This is a pocket guide to medieval churches in Norwich and central and south Norfolk. It contains a glossary providing reference back-up in encyclopaedic form. It is one of a series, which aims to show that every church is different and that each has something of its own to offer. Series: The popular guide to Norfolk churches. Num Pages: 240 pages, b&w illustrations, glossary. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; AMN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 126 x 187 x 19. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1985
- Publisher
- Lutterworth Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780906554074
- ISBN
- 9780906554074
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.55
€ 35.55
Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages, 33 b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBBWY; VXQ; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 152 x 11. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764338960
- ISBN
- 9780764338960
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.00€ 15.71
€ 19.00
€ 15.71
Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, 40 b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BT; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764336270
- ISBN
- 9780764336270
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 18.06
€ 25.99
€ 18.06
Paperback. Step back in time and learn what life was like for people living in Monterey, California, in the 1800s. This charming book displays over 400 beautiful color photographs of the town and gardens, and the area stretching to Carmel, with quotes from sailors, Num Pages: 112 pages, 406 color photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 280 x 217 x 8. Weight in Grams: 558.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764328718
- ISBN
- 9780764328718
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 18.06
€ 25.99
€ 18.06
Paperback. Num Pages: 112 pages, 235 color photos. BIC Classification: 1KBBSL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 279 x 11. Weight in Grams: 646.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764323713
- ISBN
- 9780764323713
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 18.24
€ 25.99
€ 18.24
Hardback. Num Pages: 184 pages, 93 colour illustrations, 3 maps, 93 color illus., 3 maps. BIC Classification: AGN; AJ; HBJK; RBKF; WNW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 274 x 15. Weight in Grams: 908.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295996653
- ISBN
- 9780295996653
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 36.89
€ 42.99
€ 36.89
Hardback. Series: Scott and Laurie Oki Series in Asian American Studies. Num Pages: 400 pages, 36 black & white illustrations, 4 maps, 36 b&w illus., 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBW; HBJK; HBTB; JFSL4; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 36. Weight in Grams: 704.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295995434
- ISBN
- 9780295995434
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 59.64
€ 59.64
Hardback. This book is based on years of research and includes contributions by such noted American historians as Henry Steele Commager and Oscar Handlin. Num Pages: 776 pages, 1100 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBEP; HBJK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 284 x 225 x 43. Weight in Grams: 2901.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Derrydale Press United States
- Edition
- 5 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 776
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780967410302
- ISBN
- 9780967410302
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 38.83
€ 38.83
Paperback. This study of St Albans covers the period from the Commonwealth to the accession of Anne which embraces religious and political changes of great interest in the life of a town of strongly dissenting opinion. Editor(s): Smith, J. T.; North, M. A. Num Pages: 288 pages, 43 photographs, engravings, plans, maps and figures, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1DBKEST; 3JD; HBJD1; HBLH; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 173 x 15. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University of Hertfordshire Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780954218935
- ISBN
- 9780954218935
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.19
€ 43.19
paperback. Num Pages: 508 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFM; 3JH; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 816.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The Maryland Center for History and Culture United States
- Number of pages
- 508
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780938420941
- ISBN
- 9780938420941
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.49
€ 27.49
Paperback. The story of Baltimore's great conflagration of 1904 is told with meticulous and thrilling detail. Num Pages: 192 pages, 200, 200 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFM; 3JJC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 229 x 15. Weight in Grams: 816.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Maryland Historical Society United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780938420927
- ISBN
- 9780938420927
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 26.00
€ 26.99
€ 26.00
Paperback. An intimate look at a charming old Baltimore neighborhood, who built it, who lived there, and why its charm has lasted for a century and more. At a time when planners are rejecting suburban sprawl in favor of "small-town communities," here is the story of a neighborhood that worked. Num Pages: 130 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: WQH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 216 x 15. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Maryland Historical Society United States
- Number of pages
- 130
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780938420774
- ISBN
- 9780938420774
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 25.85
€ 26.99
€ 25.85
paperback. This is the eighteenth volume in the acclaimed paperback series..the only county series that can legitimately claim to represent the past and present of a nation. Series: Cornish Studies. Num Pages: 232 pages, illustrated. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWC; KNAT; KNSG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 386.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University of Exeter Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780859898607
- ISBN
- 9780859898607
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.39
€ 44.39
Hardback. Transportation historian Brian Cudahy shows how a unique blend of enterprises emerged in the final years of the 19th century to connect Coney Island with the independent municipality of Brooklyn, with New York City and, ultimately, with the rest of the world. Num Pages: 346 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; WG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 3895 x 5830 x 30. Weight in Grams: 711.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Fordham University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780823222087
- ISBN
- 9780823222087
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 106.86
€ 106.86