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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

Paperback. In the sweltering summer of 1858, the stink of sewage from the polluted Thames was so offensive that it drove Members of Parliament from the chamber of the House of Commons. The engineer entrusted by Parliament with this enormous task was Sir Joseph Bazalgette. This book presents an account of his life and work. Num Pages: 224 pages, 80 b&w illustrations, 8pp colour plates. BIC Classification: BGH; TBX; TQSR1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 173 x 15. Weight in Grams: 602.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750925808
ISBN
9780750925808
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.56

Paperback. Num Pages: 277 pages, 19ill. BIC Classification: HBG; HBJD; HBW; HBWQ; JWLF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 139 x 210 x 21. Weight in Grams: 426. Breaking the Enigma Codes. 277 pages, 19ill. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: HBG; HBJD; HBW; HBWQ; JWLF; WQH. Dimension: 209 x 137 x 19. Weight: 424.
Publisher
M.& M.Baldwin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780947712341
ISBN
9780947712341
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.55

Paperback. .
Publisher
Lang Syne Publishers Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852170653
ISBN
9781852170653
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 6.75

Paperback. Ivor Gurney is perhaps best known as a musician and First World War poet but he also wrote prolifically about his native Gloucestershire. This book explores the particular Gloucestershire landscapes - the Cotswolds, the Severn Meadows and the city of Gloucester - that stimulated his creativity in poetry and music. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 171 x 12. Weight in Grams: 458.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752453538
ISBN
9780752453538
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.79

Paperback. This collection of black and white photographs, spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries, brings together all aspects of daily life in Stockton-on-Tees. Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 160 pages, 225 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKEY; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 171 x 9. Weight in Grams: 342.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750919630
ISBN
9780750919630
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.45

Paperback. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 119 x 192 x 8. Weight in Grams: 132.
Publisher
Bradwell Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781902674728
ISBN
9781902674728
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.41

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. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which chocolate production has changed and developed over the last century Num Pages: 96 pages, Approx 200 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 167 x 9. Weight in Grams: 308. 96 pages, Approx 200 illustrations. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which chocolate production has changed and developed over the last century. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBK; WQP. Dimension: 234 x 167 x 9. Weight: 304.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445604381
ISBN
9781445604381
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.32

Hardcover. .
Publisher
D G & P
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780956861139
ISBN
9780956861139
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.79

Paperback. Uncovers the dark secrets of London's lost and forgotten burial places. Num Pages: 96 pages, 80. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; AMGD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 233 x 12. Weight in Grams: 268.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445661117
ISBN
9781445661117
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.28

Paperback. A collection of stories from around Somerset that lifts the shrouds off many legendary hauntings, including some spine-tingling experiences as recounted to the author by Somerset townsfolk, villagers and visitors. It reveals its uniquely supernatural heritage. Series: Haunted. Num Pages: 96 pages, C. 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 153 x 7. Weight in Grams: 308.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
07th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752443355
ISBN
9780752443355
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. Newest addition to the popular Through Time series, focussing on the quintessentially Kentish seaside town of Broadstairs. Depicting scenes old and new, the book takes the reader on a journey through the changed streets and buildings and on to the beach. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445650012
ISBN
9781445650012
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.28

Sheet map, folded. Series: Old O.S. Maps of Lancashire. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; 3JJC; WQH; WTRM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 208 x 121 x 3. Weight in Grams: 26. Lancashire Sheet 113.12. Series: Old O.S. Maps of Lancashire. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; 3JJC; WQH; WTRM. Dimension: 208 x 121 x 3. Weight: 26.
Publisher
Alan Godfrey Maps
Publication date
2000
Edition
Facsimile of 1905 ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841511894
ISBN
9781841511894
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.05

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Bournville has changed and developed over the last century. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 237 x 8. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445614274
ISBN
9781445614274
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.43

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 120 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 191 x 172 x 8. Weight in Grams: 274.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750959681
ISBN
9780750959681
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.44

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Salisbury has changed and developed over the past century. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWW; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 252 x 165 x 15. Weight in Grams: 240.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445657998
ISBN
9781445657998
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.35

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs shows how Wimbledon and Southfields have changed and developed over the last century. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 326 x 11. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445661056
ISBN
9781445661056
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.43

Paperback. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; WGG; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 241 x 6. Weight in Grams: 188.
Publisher
Stenlake Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781840337143
ISBN
9781840337143
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 17.47

Hardback.
Publisher
Batsford Ltd
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845887261
ISBN
9781845887261
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.88

Hardcover. From Sam Jordison, author of the bestselling Crap Towns series, comes I-SPY for Grown-ups. Series: I-SPY for Grown-ups. Num Pages: 56 pages, 25 col illus. BIC Classification: WHP; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 120 x 177 x 12. Weight in Grams: 148.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
KMF0000231
ISBN
9780008220693
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 4.99

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