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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

Paperback. Reflecting Birmingham in the 1940s and 1950s, this work tells of the games played then in the streets: hopscotch, queenie, marbles, skipping, roller skating. It takes us back to school life during and after the war, to what it was like to be sick before the advent of the NHS and antibiotics; and more. Num Pages: 144 pages, 20 photos and drawings. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; 3JJPG; BGA; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 149 x 210 x 8. Weight in Grams: 280. A Birmingham Childhood of the 1940s and 1950s. 144 pages, 20 photos and drawings. Reflecting Birmingham in the 1940s and 1950s, this work tells of the games played then in the streets: hopscotch, queenie, marbles, skipping, roller skating. It takes us back to school life during and after the war, to what it was like to be sick before the advent of the NHS and antibiotics; and more. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; 3JJPG; BGA; WQH. Dimension: 149 x 210 x 8. Weight: 274.
Publisher
Brewin Books
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781858582931
ISBN
9781858582931
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.89

Paperback. A history of Bowdon & Dunham Massey Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; WQH; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752415284
ISBN
9780752415284
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Bolton has changed and developed over the last century. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 165 x 8. Weight in Grams: 302.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445618517
ISBN
9781445618517
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.26

Hardcover. 'For years, the illicit love affair between Prime Minister Herbert Asquith and Venetia Stanley was concealed. Shocking events in our family led me to uncover the story of their forbidden love.' Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations (some col.), ports. (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBK; BGH; BTH; WQY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 166 x 34. Weight in Grams: 642. Very good copy in very good dustwrappers
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Metro Books,London
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KCW0015930
ISBN
9781843583721
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Sheet map, folded. Series: Old O.S. Maps of England and Wales. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH; WTRM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 125 x 3. Weight in Grams: 24. One Inch Sheet 034. Series: Old O.S. Maps of England and Wales. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH; WTRM. Dimension: 212 x 125 x 3. Weight: 26.
Publication date
2001
Publisher
The Godfrey Edition
Edition
Facsim.of 1865-1884 Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841512662
ISBN
9781841512662
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 7.01

Hardcover. Num Pages: 192 pages, 200 b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 283 x 225 x 17. Weight in Grams: 826.
Publisher
Heritage House Publishing Co Ltd Canada
Number of pages
192
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9781894974189
ISBN
9781894974189
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.99
€ 35.44

Paperback. Surnames can reveal a lot about family history, but their origins can be difficult to trace. This lexicon helps to trace ancestry. It offers information about notable families and migration. It is suitable for those interested in the story of Cornish people. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWC; WQY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752449760
ISBN
9780752449760
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.50

Paperback. Highland Folk Tales Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 11. Weight in Grams: 222.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752460901
ISBN
9780752460901
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.49

Paperback. .
Publisher
Froglets Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Condition
New
SKU
V9781872337821
ISBN
9781872337821
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.10

Paperback. .
Publisher
Froglets Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Condition
New
SKU
V9781872337654
ISBN
9781872337654
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.79

Paperback. A history of Bath Num Pages: 68 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 99 x 6. Weight in Grams: 152.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
68
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841653518
ISBN
9781841653518
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.28

Hardcover. Racing Line is the story of big-bike racing in Britain during the 1960s - when the British racing single reached its peak; when exciting racing unfolded at circuits across the land every summer; and when Britain took its last great generation of riding talent and engineering skill to the world. Num Pages: 232 pages, 70. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJPK; WQN; WSPM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 160 x 22. Weight in Grams: 766.
Publisher
Veloce Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845847937
ISBN
9781845847937
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 32.56

Paperback. The Green London Way is an alternative approach to the exploration of London. The book describes a hundred mile walk circling the capital, but, uniquely, also offers insightful histories of London's people and a commentary on its abundant local wildlife. Num Pages: 217 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH; WSZC; WTHC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 154 x 9. Weight in Grams: 434. Walking the City's History and Wildlife. 217 pages, maps. The Green London Way is an alternative approach to the exploration of London. The book describes a hundred mile walk circling the capital, but, uniquely, also offers insightful histories of London's people and a commentary on its abundant local wildlife. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH; WSZC; WTHC. Dimension: 233 x 154 x 9. Weight: 422.
Publisher
Lawrence & Wishart
Number of pages
217
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907103452
ISBN
9781907103452
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.43

Paperback. Local history of Kinver & Enville Num Pages: 256 pages, photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMS; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 650.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
New
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750933575
ISBN
9780750933575
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.63

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Devizes has changed and developed over the last century. Illustrator(s): Melsom, Peter; Melsom, Debra. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWW; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 233 x 8. Weight in Grams: 308.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445620862
ISBN
9781445620862
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.75

Paperback. The fascinating history of Lewes illustrated through old and modern pictures. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 185. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 167 x 8. Weight in Grams: 284. 96 pages, 185 illustrations incl 91 colour. The fascinating history of Lewes illustrated through old and modern pictures. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; WQP. Dimension: 234 x 167 x 8. Weight: 308.
Publisher
Non Basic Stock Line
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848688070
ISBN
9781848688070
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.34

Paperback. Explores the darker side of the Cheshire county, where murders in sleepy villages, royal scandals ancient and modern and the antics of showbiz personalities reveal that all is not as tranquil as it may seem. Num Pages: 144 pages, 50 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 370.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750944250
ISBN
9780750944250
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 124 x 10. Weight in Grams: 160.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752411958
ISBN
9780752411958
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752499369
ISBN
9780752499369
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. His work is a rare instance of original research told in an engaging and compelling voice. Num Pages: 432 pages, 31, 31 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBBFC; HBJK; JFC; JHB; WQH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 151 x 229 x 26. Weight in Grams: 564.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421405940
ISBN
9781421405940
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 24.25

Paperback. In the Nordic countries, regions and regionalism have played a central role in politics, administration, economic and cultural life for a long time. This book brings together a number of experienced practitioners in the field, inviting them to present some of the most interesting results from their own research and readings in regional history. Editor(s): Aliassen, Finn-Einar; Mikkelsen, Jorgen; Poulsen, Bjorn. Num Pages: 287 pages, tables. BIC Classification: 1DN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 175 x 18. Weight in Grams: 646.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University Press of Southern Denmark Denmark
Number of pages
287
Condition
New
SKU
V9788778386588
ISBN
9788778386588
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 27.51

Paperback. Antrim has a rich heritage of myths and legends which is uniquely captured in this collection of traditional tales from across the county. Here you will find tales of the traditional rural ways of life among the residents of Antrim, their customs and superstitions, alongside stories of legendary heroes, faeries, witches, and ghostly goings-on. Num Pages: 192 pages, 25 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKN; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 133 x 14. Weight in Grams: 216.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845887865
ISBN
9781845887865
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 13.21

Paperback. A guided tour of the historic town of Kendal, showing how the areas you know and love have transformed over the centuries. Series: History Tour. Num Pages: 96 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKENM; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 124. .
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445656090
ISBN
9781445656090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.39

Paperback. 96 pages, col. Illustrations. The fascinating history of East Kilbride illustrated through old and modern pictures. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; WQP. Dimension: 234 x 166 x 11. Weight: 302.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848686786
ISBN
9781848686786
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.35

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