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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

Paperback. Before the First World War, Essex was a very different county from that which we know. The war opened up a new world for the people of Essex. This illustrated book sets out the experiences of the county and its inhabitants against what was happening in the broader theatre of war. It offers an insight into life for Essex folk in the World War. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; 3JJF; HBWN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 171 x 10. Weight in Grams: 392.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
New ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752451787
ISBN
9780752451787
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. Kent has been on England's first line of defence. Many people in the county have lived closer to the enemy in Europe than they did to London. This book delves into the long history of military Kent, from Roman forts to Martello towers, from the ambitious Royal Military Canal to wartime airfields and underground Cold War installations. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; HBJD1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 414.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750944601
ISBN
9780750944601
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.50

Paperback. A follow-up to the "Frontline Essex", this book describes life in the county during the Second World War. It draws on written sources and interviews with people who lived through the war on the Home Front, as children or as adults. It includes subjects such as morale-boosting and fund-raising organisations, and more. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; 3JJH; HBW; 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
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750944137
ISBN
9780750944137
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which London's East End has changed and developed over the last century. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 185, 110 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 167 x 9. Weight in Grams: 280. 96 pages, Approx 185 incl 110 colour. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which London's East End has changed and developed over the last century. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQP. Dimension: 233 x 167 x 9. Weight: 308.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445605135
ISBN
9781445605135
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.32

Paperback. Suffolk's coastline faces east, and through most of its history has therefore been one of the areas of this country that has been at risk from invasion during times of conflict. This title delves into history of military Suffolk, from Saxon shore forts to castles or castle sites, Napoleonic martello towers and Second World War airfields. Num Pages: 128 pages, 150 black and white. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAS; HBW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 420.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750947473
ISBN
9780750947473
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. Front-line Essex Series: In Old Photographs. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; HBW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 175 x 10. Weight in Grams: 380.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750942607
ISBN
9780750942607
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.50

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Walsall has changed and developed over the last century. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 187, 104 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 314.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848687486
ISBN
9781848687486
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.35

Paperback. A history of Marlborough Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, chiefly Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 163 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752439860
ISBN
9780752439860
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. A history of Birmingham's Bullring Num Pages: 120 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 744.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752430416
ISBN
9780752430416
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.91

Hardback. The Cheltenham book of days Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 179 x 137 x 61. Weight in Grams: 362.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
368
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752465449
ISBN
9780752465449
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.44

Paperback. The physical remains left by Birmingham's past inhabitants reveal a story that starts in the Old Stone Age and continues, through later prehistoric, Roman and medieval times, right up to the Cold War of the twentieth century. This title covers the area of the present-day city of Birmingham. Num Pages: 176 pages, 75ill.25col.ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 172 x 14. Weight in Grams: 498.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
annotated edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752431352
ISBN
9780752431352
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.51

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 100 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; HDD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 428.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752468006
ISBN
9780752468006
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.68

Paperback. Lincoln was a major centre under Roman, Viking and medieval rule and each of these eras has left its mark on the city. The surviving Roman and Norman monuments are of particular note. This book offers an introduction to the city's past that may appeal to residents and visitors alike. Num Pages: 160 pages, 16 colour plates, 26 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 172 x 242 x 12. Weight in Grams: 450.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752433899
ISBN
9780752433899
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.75

Paperback. The fascinating history of South Shields illustrated through old and modern pictures. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKEYN; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 166 x 11. Weight in Grams: 284.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848680715
ISBN
9781848680715
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.54

Hardcover. Illustrator(s): Rooke, Peter. Num Pages: 96 pages, watercolour. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAL; WQH; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 189 x 249 x 18. Weight in Grams: 530. 95pp
Publisher
Cottage Publications Donaghdee, Co. Down
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
9781900935845
ISBN
9781900935845
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99

Paperback. Sussex, one of Britain's most ancient counties, has a diverse collection of tales, from the stories dragons lurking in bottomless pits and screaming demons hiding under hill to legends of witches, wisewomen and ghosts. This title presents folk tales from Sussex that reflect the wisdom (and eccentricities) of the county and its people. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations (black and white), 1 map (black and white). BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 125 x 15. Weight in Grams: 212.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752474694
ISBN
9780752474694
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.46

Paperback. Featuring dark tales of murderous kings and commoners, wild women, screaming skulls, galloping plague coaches, dragons dancing themselves to death, giants, and wandering corpses, combined with humorous stories and evocative tales of love, lust and passion, this book reveals the wonders that lie within the Hampshire landscape. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; 1DBKESW; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 128 x 15. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752461236
ISBN
9780752461236
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Hardcover.
Publisher
The History Press
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752474779
ISBN
9780752474779
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.85

Paperback. Essentially an industrial town, Frome was a centre of the woolen industry from the 14th century. This title offers a collection of over 200 old photographs that depict scenes, people and events from everyday life in Frome and its surrounding villages. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752410418
ISBN
9780752410418
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.45

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the Forth Bridges have changed and developed over the last century. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; HDT; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 164 x 8. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445639994
ISBN
9781445639994
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.77

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Glasgow Central Station has changed and developed over the last century. Num Pages: 96 pages, 92 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; WGF; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 234 x 10. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445610948
ISBN
9781445610948
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.32

Paperback. A new history of Glasgow tracing the growth of the city from prehistoric days to its rise as one of the Great Victorian cities. Num Pages: 208 pages, 30. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 171 x 15. Weight in Grams: 530.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445647197
ISBN
9781445647197
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.72

Paperback. Beginning in the dimly-lit rooms of Davy Ireland's tobacconist ship, amongst acrid smoke and the aroma of freshly printed news, travelling via the Glasgow tram, reeking of leather and electricity, and along the pungent docks and fish market, this book winds its way through the city. It offers a perspective on all the famous locations in Glasgow. Num Pages: 96 pages, approx 75. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 7. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752444864
ISBN
9780752444864
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 49 b & w photos & illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBND; JFHF; VXQM; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 230 x 9. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764326080
ISBN
9780764326080
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.57

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