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Paperback. Leeds is a city with a vibrant heart and a civic pride. Whilst other city centres wither under the onslaught of out of town shopping centres, Leeds retains its core. It has bustle and activity: it has life. Collecting nearly 200 photographs of the city, this title shows the city and its people through a century of change. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, black & white illustrations, frontispiece. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 235 x 12. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752401683
- ISBN
- 9780752401683
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Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.46
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Paperback. The Stroud Navigation opened in 1779 from the Severn at Framilode to Stroud, Gloucestershire, a distance of eight miles. It brought increased prosperity to the Stroud Valleys, a centre for early industrialisation. Ten years later the Thames & Severn Canal, linked with it. Num Pages: 187 pages, 100ill.30col.ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WGGN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 171 x 13. Weight in Grams: 536.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 176
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752428062
- ISBN
- 9780752428062
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Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.46
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Paperback. Showcases images from Steve Salter's photographic archive. This book guides us through Old Ashford, as it used to be, illustrating long-lost landmarks and reminding us of what has gone - as well as pointing out historic features that still remain. It focuses on streets and buildings, but social and economic changes aren't forgotten. Series: In Old Photographs. Num Pages: 130 pages, chiefly Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; 3JJP; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 414.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750942232
- ISBN
- 9780750942232
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
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Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages, 150 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 173 x 248 x 24. Weight in Grams: 618.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750966184
- ISBN
- 9780750966184
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.79
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Paperback. A history of Lowestoft Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 171 x 9. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750923804
- ISBN
- 9780750923804
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
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Paperback. Oxfordshire's best-known employers are the manufacturers of cars, blankets and cakes, as well as those dealing in tourism, education and publishing. This book features carvers and barrel makers, university employees and leather-workers, hop-pickers and bee-keepers, brewers and marmalade makers, and railwaymen and bus drivers. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 164 x 10. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752455853
- ISBN
- 9780752455853
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Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.41
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Paperback. A history of the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752432564
- ISBN
- 9780752432564
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
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Paperback. A collection of approximately 200 archive images accompanied by captions. Num Pages: 128 pages, Approx 200. BIC Classification: 1DBKW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 167 x 8. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752439693
- ISBN
- 9780752439693
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.41
€ 17.99
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Paperback. Curious Cotswolds takes the reader on a tour of the area, looking at the history, archaeology and curiosities of the Cotswolds. Num Pages: 192 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 161 x 12. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752439303
- ISBN
- 9780752439303
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.45
€ 19.99
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Paperback. A history of Wolverhampton Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMS; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 234 x 8. Weight in Grams: 288.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752463568
- ISBN
- 9780752463568
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Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 17.59
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Paperback. Using images and motifs from a wealth of Christmases past, this collection of Hertfordshire traditions, customs and literary tales takes the reader on a seasonal journey into yuletides of yore. It provides the reader with a comprehensive seasonal anthology of the county. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEST; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 164.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752436791
- ISBN
- 9780752436791
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Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.31
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Paperback. Norman Bartlam's long-awaited new book is a day by day collection of events and happenings in Ladywood from the last two centuries. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 164 x 11. Weight in Grams: 364.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752459714
- ISBN
- 9780752459714
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
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Paperback. Situated just a few miles from Melrose Abbey, Dryburgh is considered to be the most beautiful ruined abbey in Scotland. It was Scotland's premier Premonstratensian abbey, built mostly in the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. Num Pages: 224 pages, 114Ill.(12 col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKSB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 176 x 13. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 200
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752434391
- ISBN
- 9780752434391
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Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.40
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Hardback. Along the Kent coast Num Pages: 128 pages, 120 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 263 x 194 x 10. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750934053
- ISBN
- 9780750934053
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.41
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Paperback. Home to many 'firsts', such as the English Pope, the Garden City and the New Town, Hertfordshire was also home to many famous people, from King Offa to Laurence Olivier, George Orwell, Graham Greene and Henry Moore. Suitable for residents, visitors and tourists, this title offers an introduction to the county. Series: In Old Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKEST; GBC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 175 x 9. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750942508
- ISBN
- 9780750942508
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.45
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Paperback. Two female poisoners, Catherine Churchill, who killed her husband in Knowle-St-Giles in 1879 and Sarah Freeman, who claimed several victims in the Bridgwater area from 1843 onwards. A wide variety of means and motive are covered. There is murder committed in the course of robbery, such as the brutal killing of Sarah Wilkins in Nempnett Thrubwell. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 414.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752457420
- ISBN
- 9780752457420
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
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Paperback. Includes photographs which illustrates the transformation that has taken place in Glasgow during the 20th century. This book offers an insight into the daily lives and living conditions of local people and gives the reader glimpses and details of familiar places during a century of unprecedented change. Num Pages: 124 pages, black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165 x 8. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750949149
- ISBN
- 9780750949149
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
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Paperback. Throughout the eighty-year period of tram transport (1873-1953), Birmingham grew appreciably as a city. Based on the Birmingham's twenty-eight tram routes in operation during 1937, this title takes readers on an illustrated variety of tram journeys, with places and points of interest being identified on the way. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; 3JH; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752427874
- ISBN
- 9780752427874
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.45
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Paperback. The Thames has a long history. This illustrated guide traces the history of its crossing places, and relates their origins to local use and that of long-distance traders. It presents a snapshot of life as our immigrant ancestors saw it. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; WGF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 358.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752446936
- ISBN
- 9780752446936
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.45
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Paperback. An intriguing collection of historical facts and trivia on London's richest borough. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 113 x 8. Weight in Grams: 148.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752466330
- ISBN
- 9780752466330
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Condition: New
€ 9.23
€ 9.23
Hardcover. A history of Chichester Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; AMN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Publisher
- The History Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 1st ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781860773259
- ISBN
- 9781860773259
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.91
€ 33.99
€ 28.91
Paperback. Drawing on historical and contemporary sources and containing many tales which have never before been published, Haunted Dundee will delight everyone interested in the paranormal. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 163 x 8. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752458496
- ISBN
- 9780752458496
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.36
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Paperback. Brings together numerous murderous tales, some which were little known outside the Worcestershire county, and others which made national headlines, including the murders of the entire Gummary family at Berrow in 1780; Catherine Gulliver, killed by John Butler at Holt Fleet in 1864; and, Maria Holmes, slain by her husband at Bromsgrove in 1872. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMT; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 173 x 11. Weight in Grams: 392.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752448985
- ISBN
- 9780752448985
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.54
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Paperback. Presents a selection of photographs that illustrates the extraordinary transformation that has taken place in Swansea during the 20th century. This book offers an insight into the daily lives and living conditions of local people and gives the reader glimpses and details of familiar places during this century of unprecedented change. Num Pages: 120 pages, b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 344.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750949231
- ISBN
- 9780750949231
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.31
€ 13.99
€ 13.31