Local History
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Local History
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
€ 17.99€ 16.45
€ 17.99
€ 16.45
Paperback. The nineteenth century saw Weston-super-Mare grow from a tiny village of about 100 inhabitants to a thriving Victorian seaside resort of nearly 20,000 people. Series: Past & Present. Num Pages: 144 pages, 244 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 330.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750940658
- ISBN
- 9780750940658
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.52
€ 20.99
€ 19.52
Paperback. This fascinating volume takes a look at some of the strange and unexplained hauntings reported across Britain's canal and waterways network: echoes in dark tunnels; stone steps stained red with blood spilled long ago; ghostly footsteps accompanying barges beneath a bridge. Num Pages: 160 pages, 60 b&w. BIC Classification: 1DBK; VXQG; WGGN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 264.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752455921
- ISBN
- 9780752455921
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.45
€ 17.99
€ 16.45
Paperback. Using contributions from five primary schools, this photographic guide to Basildon offers a unique perspective on this town created after the Second World War. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; WQH; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 167 x 8. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752445519
- ISBN
- 9780752445519
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.41
€ 17.99
€ 16.41
Paperback. The Cornish Coast is justly famous for its grand cliffs, lovely harbours and sandy bays. It is beautiful but dangerous, and hundreds of ships have been wrecked here over the years. Series: Pocket Images. Num Pages: 128 pages, chiefly Illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 127 x 9. Weight in Grams: 166.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845884123
- ISBN
- 9781845884123
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.33
€ 9.33
Paperback. Richly illustrated with over seventy-five photographs and ephemera, Haunted Aberdeen is sure to appeal to all everyone interested in finding out more about Aberdeen's haunted heritage. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 165 x 7. Weight in Grams: 304.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752455334
- ISBN
- 9780752455334
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.54
€ 19.99
€ 18.54
Paperback. Includes collection of over 200 old photographs of Ely that shows the changing life in the city and nearby villages over a period of more than one hundred years. This title offers an interesting view of the development of a place of charm and distinction and will be enjoyed by all who know and love popular Cambridgeshire town. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 167 x 8. Weight in Grams: 302.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752410074
- ISBN
- 9780752410074
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.41
€ 17.99
€ 16.41
Paperback. Tells the story of how Manchester built the world's first municipal water supply in the Longendale Valley in the 1840s - 70s. This title demonstrates how the city helped beat cholera, typhoid and other water-borne diseases, factories and cotton mills in the valleys around Manchester. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 8. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752431987
- ISBN
- 9780752431987
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.49
€ 17.99
€ 16.49
Paperback. A collection of local tales and murder cases from across the county of Lancashire. This title includes more than 60 archive photographs, reward notices and drawings. It contains chapters recounting true cases of theft, violence, villainy and murder, supported by a range of sources (including newspapers and court reports). Series: Murder & Crime. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 163 x 7. Weight in Grams: 304.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752443584
- ISBN
- 9780752443584
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.60
€ 19.99
€ 18.60
Paperback. Voices of Southborough Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 167 x 8. Weight in Grams: 298.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752420547
- ISBN
- 9780752420547
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.51
€ 17.99
€ 16.51
Paperback. A collection of more than 180 photographs that traces many ways in which Longton has changed and developed over the years. It includes various aspects of everyday life, from shops and businesses, churches and schools, to images of work and leisure, day trips and days off. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, over 200 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 169 x 9. Weight in Grams: 302.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752444994
- ISBN
- 9780752444994
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Paperback. Looks at the history and development of Brierley Hill, focusing on the areas of Round Oak, Harts Hill, Level Street, Merry Hill, Quarry Bank, Mill Street, The Delph, Silver End and Hawbush. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 8. Weight in Grams: 298.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752459950
- ISBN
- 9780752459950
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.50
€ 19.99
€ 18.50
Paperback. Postcard from Shakespeare's Avon Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 420.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750948487
- ISBN
- 9780750948487
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.60
€ 19.99
€ 18.60
Paperback. The River Forth was at one time busy with commercial traffic and naval vessels. This photographic album shows the many ships that could be seen. Coasters, ocean liners, paddle steamers, and others involved in the fishing and other industries are all included with extensive detailed captions. Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKSB; KNGS; WGG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 164 x 10. Weight in Grams: 249.
- Number of pages
- 128
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752421179
- ISBN
- 9780752421179
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Paperback. Robert Burns (25 January 1759 - 21 July 1796) is Scotland's most-loved poet and his words immortalised the beautiful and untamed West Coast. Using old photographs drawn from a range of private and public collections, this book provides a journey through the life of Scotland's national poet. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations, map, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKSB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 164 x 8. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752449562
- ISBN
- 9780752449562
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
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€ 16.54
Paperback. A history of Llantrisant Num Pages: 128 pages, 180ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752432168
- ISBN
- 9780752432168
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.60
€ 19.99
€ 18.60
Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, 10 b/w photos, 22 illus & 2 maps. BIC Classification: WQH; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 14. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764338205
- ISBN
- 9780764338205
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 15.83
€ 20.99
€ 15.83
Paperback. Generously illustrated, this chronicle is an entertaining and readable record of Somerset's grim past. Read on ..if you dare! Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 170 x 12. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752458144
- ISBN
- 9780752458144
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.46
€ 20.99
€ 19.46
Paperback. This book is part of the Images ofEngland series, which uses old photographs and archived images toshow the history ofvarious local areas in England, through their streets, shops, pubs, and people." Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; HBJD1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752416502
- ISBN
- 9780752416502
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.60
€ 19.99
€ 18.60
Paperback. The story of Liverpool is, in many ways, the story of its docks. Before the docks, trade was limited by the tides and at the mercy of the Mersey's currents. After dock construction began, the city became a hub of Britain's worldwide trading network. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; HBTM; KNGS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752417127
- ISBN
- 9780752417127
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.50
€ 19.99
€ 18.50