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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

Paperback. With the closure of the coalmines around East Lancashire went a comradeship that few other industries could ever boast. The dry and dusty coal seams with death and danger ever present are but a memory for those whose recollections contribute to this collection. In this book, former coal miners recall their time spent labouring in the local mines. Num Pages: 192 pages, over 80 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; HBTK; KNAT; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 171 x 12. Weight in Grams: 478.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752446240
ISBN
9780752446240
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 22.44

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

Paperback. During the Second World War, East Kent was at the forefront of the defence of the United Kingdom. In 1940 the ports of Dover, Ramsgate, Folkestone and Margate took part in the Dunkirk evacuation, while airfields such as Manston, Hawkinge and Lympne were active in refuelling aircraft involved in the Battle of Britain. Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 192 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: HBJD1; HBTB; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 316.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750907743
ISBN
9780750907743
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.62

Paperback. The fascinating history of East Grinstead, illustrated through old and modern pictures. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 166 x 7. Weight in Grams: 304.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848687783
ISBN
9781848687783
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.67

Paperback. A collection of over 200 archive postcards that explores the communities of Stepney, Poplar and Bethnal Green in the East End of London, before they were amalgamated in 1965 to form the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. It is a pictorial history which reawakens nostalgic memories for some, while offering a glimpse into the past for others. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of London S. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 164 x 9. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752424941
ISBN
9780752424941
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.51

Paperback. The River Thames has been a source of livelihood for generations of East Enders living in the historic riverside neighbourhoods of the former Metropolitan Boroughs of Stepney, Poplar and adjacent areas. This title draws on pictorial archives to offer a glimpse into the past of one of the most individual and fascinating quarters of London. Series: Images of London. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 10. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752435190
ISBN
9780752435190
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.41

Paperback. Drawn on a vast array of originial sources - among them witness statements, coroners' reports and court records - to produce a revealing insight into the East End's darkest moments, this title looks at nine cases: the still mysterious Ratcliffe Highway Murders of 1811; Henry Wainwright, Israel Lipski, and many more. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 170 x 11. Weight in Grams: 398.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750950695
ISBN
9780750950695
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.54

Sheet map, folded. .
Publisher
Alan Godfrey Maps
Publication date
1984
Edition
Facsim.of 1914 Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780907554721
ISBN
9780907554721
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 6.99

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Publisher
Alan Godfrey Maps
Publication date
1986
Edition
Facsim.of 1868 Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780850540727
ISBN
9780850540727
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 6.99

Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; WQH; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 172 x 13. Weight in Grams: 422.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750928274
ISBN
9780750928274
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.17

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
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.01

Paperback. Tying in with the events of The Gathering and Derry becoming the City of Culture, this is a new edition of East Belfast, by Keith Haines, a pictorial history of the development of the area. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKN; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 234 x 9. Weight in Grams: 290.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845887780
ISBN
9781845887780
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.51

Paperback.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445617121
ISBN
9781445617121
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.77

Hardback. A history of Ealing Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 171 x 240 x 17. Weight in Grams: 444.
Publisher
Batsford Ltd
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752463742
ISBN
9780752463742
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.71

Paperback. Durham is a World Heritage city of remarkable architectural richness, with the cathedral, castle and town forming three constant elements in a history spanning many centuries. This title explores the medieval successors, the castle and the cathedral. It also explores the third element that made up medieval Durham. Num Pages: 176 pages, 100ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 172 x 15. Weight in Grams: 534.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752425375
ISBN
9780752425375
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.76

Paperback. A collection of old photographs and memorabilia relating to Durham city. It focuses on the city's inhabitants at work and play, between the 1860s and the 1960s. It includes over two hundred photographs that create a record of trades, transport, festivities, military matters, street scenes, royal visits, sport and leisure. Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: HBJD1; HBTB; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 167 x 8. Weight in Grams: 316.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750907088
ISBN
9780750907088
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.35

Paperback. The fascinating history of Durham City illustrated through old and modern pictures. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYD; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 234 x 11. Weight in Grams: 284.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848685192
ISBN
9781848685192
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.32

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445643540
ISBN
9781445643540
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.33

Series: Old Ordnance Survey Maps of County Durham. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYD; 3JH; WQH; WTRM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 122 x 2. Weight in Grams: 24.
Publisher
Alan Godfrey Maps
Publication date
1990
Edition
Facsim.of 1894 Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780850543346
ISBN
9780850543346
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.01

Paperback. The official illustrated guide to the history and architecture of this magnificent building. Co-authored by the Dean of Durham Cathedral. Num Pages: 96 pages, iIllustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYD; AMN; WQH; WTHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 236 x 8. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445613161
ISBN
9781445613161
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.77

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