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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

Paperback. A document of Depression-era Los Angeles, that illuminates a pivotal moment in L A's history, when writers like Raymond Chandler, Nathanael West, and F Scott Fitzgerald were creating the images and associations - and the mystique - for which the City of Angels is still known. Num Pages: 504 pages, 111 b/w photographs, 7 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; 3JJG; WQH; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 208 x 138 x 36. Weight in Grams: 654.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
504
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520268838
ISBN
9780520268838
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 25.13

Examines the rise and fall of the aristocratic Lacy family in England, Ireland, Wales and Normandy. As one of the first truly transnational studies of individual medieval aristocrats, it provides a fresh look at lordship and the interplay between aristocracy and crown from 1166 to 1241. Series: Manchester Medieval Studies. Num Pages: 320 pages, 5 black & white tables, 3 black & white illustrations, 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBLC1; WQY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 221 x 144 x 31. Weight in Grams: 562.
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Manchester University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780719089374
ISBN
9780719089374
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 157.46

Paperback. MEATH Num Pages: 240 pages, 25 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 234 x 20. Weight in Grams: 374.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
THP Ireland
Condition
New
SKU
9781845880873
ISBN
9781845880873
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 6.75

Hardcover. Through originally commissioned photography and archival images, 'Long Live Southbank' provides a vibrant visual document of the undercroft's cult status as a treasured space for skateboarders BMX riders and graffiti artists over the last 40 years, and the campaign to save this iconic London landmark from redevelopment. Num Pages: 408 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 3JJPL; JFCA; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 290 x 245. .
Publisher
Heni Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780992926809
ISBN
9780992926809
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 60.84

Paperback. From the sources of the Fleet in Hampstead's ponds to the mouth of the Effra in Vauxhall, via the meander of the Westbourne through 'Knight's Bridge' and the Tyburn's curve along Marylebone Lane, this title unearths the hidden waterways that flow beneath the streets of London. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; RBKF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 138 x 14. Weight in Grams: 282.
Publisher
Cornerstone
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847945976
ISBN
9781847945976
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

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

€ 20.99
€ 16.91

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

€ 28.63

Paperback. A guided tour of London's East End, showing how this famous port has changed over the past century and more. Series: History Tour. Num Pages: 96 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 124. .
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445668826
ISBN
9781445668826
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.87

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which London's Docklands have changed and developed over the last century. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 236 x 8. Weight in Grams: 302.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445640495
ISBN
9781445640495
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.63

Hardcover. .
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781452137261
ISBN
9781452137261
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.76

Paperback. A short, entertaining and passionate history of London by the bestselling author of THE VICTORIANS Num Pages: 176 pages, 16. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; HBJD1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 196 x 14. Weight in Grams: 170.
Publisher
Orion Publishing Co United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753820278
ISBN
9780753820278
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.14

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 40 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 268.
Publisher
The History Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752494487
ISBN
9780752494487
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.68

Paperback. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 183 x 114 x 7. Weight in Grams: 132.
Publisher
Bradwell Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781902674711
ISBN
9781902674711
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.47

Paperback. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 235 x 11. Weight in Grams: 320.
Publisher
Batsford Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750964968
ISBN
9780750964968
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.54

Paperback. Suitable for lovers of London and of design, this book guides the reader around 1950s London, from morning walk to evening visit to a Turkish bath and late-night taxi home, including many stately homes and restaurants. Num Pages: 104 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 3JJPG; WQH; WTH; WZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 143 x 218 x 11. Weight in Grams: 234.
Publisher
Old House
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
9781908402936
ISBN
9781908402936
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.55

Paperback. London folk tales Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 125 x 15. Weight in Grams: 206.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752461854
ISBN
9780752461854
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.61

Paperback. A history of London's country houses Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations, plans. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 185 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1196.
Publisher
The History Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860776465
ISBN
9781860776465
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 34.13

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which London City Airport has changed and developed over the years Num Pages: 96 pages, 112 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WGM; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 166 x 11. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445610474
ISBN
9781445610474
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.04

Paperback. Features a collection of over 200 images of Lockleaze and Romney Avenue Schools, using photographs from the archives of the local schools and from former Lockleaze residents' personal collections. This work offers a photographic record of the schools from their post-war origins to school reunions in the 1990s. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, 150 black and white. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 8. Weight in Grams: 286.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752447544
ISBN
9780752447544
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.57

Paperback. Intends to make available ideas, procedures and evidence that can help people explore their own areas. This book provides information on how to avoid misidentification and distinguish critical evidence, and how documentary and air photography evidence can be used to help explain features on the ground. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 392.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752447988
ISBN
9780752447988
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.81

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