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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

Paperback. A collection of old images offering a nostalgic glimpse into the remarkable past of Rockingham Forest, which at one time covered almost half of the county of Northamptonshire.It is accompanied by informative text, providing a wealth of local colour and historical detail. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMM; 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
V9780752436401
ISBN
9780752436401
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. The workhouse is an institution which has left a emotional scar on the British nation. Its study can illuminate the understanding of the social, political, and medical history of Britain. This volume focuses on the northern part of England, covering the old counties of Cumberland, Durham, Lancashire, Northumberland, Westmorland and Yorkshire. Num Pages: 128 pages, Approx 150. BIC Classification: 1DBKEY; HBTB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 306. Very good copy.The History of Nursing and Hospital Histories.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KEX0304332
ISBN
9780752440019
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 20.00

Paperback. The last of England's workhouses closed in the 1930s and since then, change has been vast. This book features over 100 archive images of Midlands workhouses. With detailed histories of the establishments in various countries of the Midlands, it illustrates various facets of the workhouse's evolution. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, approx 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 312. Very good copy.The History of Nursing and Hospital Histories.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KEX0304331
ISBN
9780752444888
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 20.00

Paperback. The real inside story of the workhouse in the words of those who experienced the institution at first hand. A wide variety of sources - letters, poems, graffiti, autobiography, official testimonies and oral history - is used to create a vivid portrait of what really went on behind the doors of the workhouse. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFA; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 352.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752467498
ISBN
9780752467498
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.58

Paperback. Filey has been a popular holiday destination. This volume presents a collection of more than 200 photographs. It explores the decline of old Filey, the building of the elegant Crescent, the expanding seafront and the maturing new town, offering a look into the homes, work, hardships, lifestyles, pastimes and events of the resort. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, Approx 200. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 8. Weight in Grams: 302.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752438474
ISBN
9780752438474
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. Series: Through Time. 96 pages, 184 illustrations, 103 in colour. This fascinating selection of images traces some of the many ways in which Chiswick has changed and developed over the last century. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH; WQP. Dimension: 235 x 168 x 10. Weight: 314.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848680524
ISBN
9781848680524
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.00
€ 16.77

Paperback. A history of the Parisi Num Pages: 288 pages, 16 colour plates. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 19. Weight in Grams: 666.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752448411
ISBN
9780752448411
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 26.10

Paperback. This fascinating selection of more than 180 photographs traces some of the many ways in which Dudley has changed and developed over the last century. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 280.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848686212
ISBN
9781848686212
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.34

Paperback. A history of Cheltenham at war Series: Pocket Images. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 128 x 10. Weight in Grams: 160.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845884109
ISBN
9781845884109
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.33

Paperback. What do Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones, Jaz Coleman of Killing Joke and Gustav Holst all have in common? They were all born in Cheltenham. This book explores the town's musical heritage. It focuses especially on the personalities, both professional and amateur, who bring so much to the musical life of the town every day of the year. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 black and white. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; AV; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 172 x 11. Weight in Grams: 402.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750946179
ISBN
9780750946179
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.69

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
159
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752450209
ISBN
9780752450209
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.63

Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYD; 1DBKEYN; KNAT; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 171 x 11. Weight in Grams: 412.
Publisher
The History Press
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752480947
ISBN
9780752480947
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.59

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs gives an insight into the history of the buses operated by Northern Scottish. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180 illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: 1DBKS; WGCF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 188 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445615288
ISBN
9781445615288
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.77

Paperback. Formed in 1881, the 1st and 2nd Battalions of the KSLI, formerly the 53rd and 85th Regiments, did tours of duty around the world in the days of the Empire - serving in India, the Far East, the West Indies, and the Mediterranean. This book presents a picture of the life of the regiment in times of peace and war through photographs. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMP; JWTR; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 164 x 9. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752411934
ISBN
9780752411934
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.59

Paperback. For generations, the county of Shropshire has maintained a range of volunteer military units - infantry, cavalry, artillery, medical and the rest - which have served effectively and loyally in peacetime and in war. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMP; JWTR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 236 x 13. Weight in Grams: 320.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752418667
ISBN
9780752418667
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.50

Paperback. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 192 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 396. .
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752415512
ISBN
9780752415512
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. Illustrated with around 200 archive photographs, this book captures the commercial heritage of the city and offers a glimpse into Birmingham's past. Capturing the diversity of Birmingham's shops and markets, it provides an important record of life in the city as it used to be. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, approx. 200. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 164 x 9. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752444932
ISBN
9780752444932
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. For almost a century Joseph Chamberlain and his two famous sons, Neville and Austen, were prominent in national politics. Recording the Chamberlains' exciting designs for the city streets, grand public buildings and a new university, this book traces the ways in which the lord mayors of Birmingham changed the city where they grew up. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, approx 200. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 310.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752444925
ISBN
9780752444925
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.55

paperback. From the Velvet Revolution to the disturbing world of Franz Kafka, from the devastation of the Thirty Years War to the musical elegance of Mozart and Dvorak, Prague is steeped in a wealth of history and culture. This is a history of this city. Num Pages: 432 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 1DVKC; HBJD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 23. Weight in Grams: 298.
Publisher
Penguin
Number of pages
432
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140268881
ISBN
9780140268881
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.41

Paperback. Famous and infamous Londoners Num Pages: 160 pages, 100 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; BGH; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 400.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750938228
ISBN
9780750938228
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. This book will appeal to everyone interested in true-crime and the shadier side of London's past. Series: Murder & Crime. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 7. Weight in Grams: 238.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752456577
ISBN
9780752456577
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.44

Hardcover.
Publisher
The History Press
Number of pages
368
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752479392
ISBN
9780752479392
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.44

Paperback. Part history, part guide, this book takes us on a journey around the county of Berkshire, offering various insights. Num Pages: 128 pages, Over 50 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 7. Weight in Grams: 308.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750949606
ISBN
9780750949606
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. Salisbury Plain Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 320.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Edition
1st Ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752410289
ISBN
9780752410289
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

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