Local interest, family history & nostalgia
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Local interest, family history & nostalgia
Paperback. Born in 1871, the brainchild of Victorian entrepreneur Peter Bruff, Clacton-on-Sea was created from nothing to become one of the country's leading seaside resorts. This book deals with the growth of the town's lusty offspring from its earliest days to its height as a seaside resort from the 1920s to the 1970s. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 164 x 8. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752418575
- ISBN
- 9780752418575
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Paperback. For as long as anyone can remember, coal has been the lifeblood of the communities of County Durham. This title presents a portrayal of Durham life that deals with the anonymous individuals, and their families, and behind the story of coalmining in the area. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYD; HBTK; KNAT; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 174 x 15. Weight in Grams: 568.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752450421
- ISBN
- 9780752450421
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.58
€ 26.99
€ 23.58
Paperback. A century after opening in 1889, Dewsbury Town Hall became the focal point of a new Market Place pedestrianisation scheme. This book explains how the town rose to prominence, and chronicles in particular the story of Dewsbury's development throughout the twentieth century. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 235 x 13. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752403755
- ISBN
- 9780752403755
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Paperback. Cleckheaton, Heckmondwike, Liversedge and Gomersal, as well as a number of villages, make up an area known as the Spen Valley. In the early 1900s, the region was fortunate in having several expert photographers who recorded everyday scenes. With over 200 illustrations, this book covers part of the region's history. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 164 x 8. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752421728
- ISBN
- 9780752421728
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.55
€ 17.99
€ 16.55
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
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.60
€ 19.99
€ 18.60
Paperback. Third Selection Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 160 pages, 300 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 171 x 243 x 10. Weight in Grams: 394.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750931502
- ISBN
- 9780750931502
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Hardback. A reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped in to time and time again to reveal something you never knew. This is a remarkably engaging little book, and is essential reading for visitors and locals alike. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 206 x 131 x 20. Weight in Grams: 298.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752463490
- ISBN
- 9780752463490
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.49
€ 19.99
€ 18.49
Paperback. Noenoe K. Silva creates a model indigenous intellectual history of a culture where-using Western standards-none is presumed to exist by examining the work of two lesser-known Hawaiian language writers from the nineteenth-century whose prolific output across many genres created a record of Native Hawaiian cultural history and thought. Num Pages: 288 pages, 5 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBW; HBJK; HBTB; JFSL9; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780822363682
- ISBN
- 9780822363682
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 27.40
€ 29.99
€ 27.40
Hardback. Noenoe K. Silva creates a model indigenous intellectual history of a culture where-using Western standards-none is presumed to exist by examining the work of two lesser-known Hawaiian language writers from the nineteenth-century whose prolific output across many genres created a record of Native Hawaiian cultural history and thought. Num Pages: 288 pages, 5 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBW; HBJK; HBTB; JFSL9; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780822363521
- ISBN
- 9780822363521
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 110.28
€ 110.28
Paperback. The Jowett Motor Manufacturing Company was founded in Bradford in 1901 by Benjamin, Ruth and William Jowett. Their first product was a V-twin engine which proved to be successful in various cars. In 1906 a prototype car was built using a new design of engine. The first of a long line of Jowetts was born. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of Motoring. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 3JJ; TRC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 165 x 12. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752417233
- ISBN
- 9780752417233
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 21.68
€ 24.99
€ 21.68
Paperback. This fascinating journey through the thriving town of Whitby and its environs explores the area's rich past and present. Num Pages: 96 pages, 140. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 302.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445646374
- ISBN
- 9781445646374
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.91
€ 26.91
Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Pembroke and its surrounding area has changed and developed over the last century. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: 1DBKWV; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 164 x 9. Weight in Grams: 304.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445616124
- ISBN
- 9781445616124
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.77
€ 26.77
Paperback.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445622828
- ISBN
- 9781445622828
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.77
€ 26.77
Paperback. A fascinating collection of postcards from the early twentieth century. Series: The Postcard Collection. Num Pages: 96 pages, 160. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JH; 3JJ; GM; HBTB; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 233 x 14. Weight in Grams: 284.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445661131
- ISBN
- 9781445661131
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.77
€ 26.77
Paperback. A fascinating collection of postcards from the early twentieth century. Series: The Postcard Collection. Num Pages: 96 pages, 160. BIC Classification: 1DB; HBLL; HBLW; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165. .
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445661216
- ISBN
- 9781445661216
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.75
€ 26.75
Paperback. A history of Stourbridge Num Pages: 208 pages, 137. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 186 x 15. Weight in Grams: 784.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781860773808
- ISBN
- 9781860773808
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 26.20
€ 30.99
€ 26.20
Paperback. A history of Abingdon & surrounding areas Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752426495
- ISBN
- 9780752426495
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Paperback. The great city of Glasgow has a rich history and proud traditions. This title features 200 photographs that show the city during the height of its power in the early years of the twentieth century. It also shows the drastic changes to the city that produced handsome new streets and urban parks as well as fetid slums and unsightly factories. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752449623
- ISBN
- 9780752449623
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.34
€ 17.99
€ 16.34
Paperback. A history of the South Staffordshire coalfield Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; KNBC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 167 x 9. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752431024
- ISBN
- 9780752431024
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Paperback. Examines Margate's seaside heritage and looks at its development as a destination for holiday-makers. By examining Margate's historic identity the book proposes that Margate will be able to successfully renew itself to face future challenges. Series: Informed Conservation. Num Pages: 80 pages, 83. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 211 x 5. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Publisher
- English Heritage United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 80
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905624669
- ISBN
- 9781905624669
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 22.03
€ 23.99
€ 22.03