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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

Paperback. Once dubbed 'the Queen of Slaughtering Places', Brighton can recall a history which is every bit as bloody as any other town or city in Britain. This book 'celebrates' murder, violence, battles, wars and other historic instances of unpleasantness on the East Sussex coast. Series: Bloody British History. Num Pages: 96 pages, 70 black & white illustrations, 16 colour illustrations, 8 colour plates. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 163 x 6. Weight in Grams: 164.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752490823
ISBN
9780752490823
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.29

Paperback. Brand new series in a vivid pulp style A grim and gruesome history of Southampton, from the early Roman era to the Second World War Stunning images, including an eight-page colour section Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 157 x 7. Weight in Grams: 168.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752471105
ISBN
9780752471105
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.31

Paperback. This title contains the amazing and dramatic history of Norwich. Beginning with the all-out Viking assault on the city and roaring through to the falling bombs of the Blitz, it captures hundreds of years of incredible history. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations (black and white). BIC Classification: 1DBKEAN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 233 x 5. Weight in Grams: 148.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752476582
ISBN
9780752476582
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.31

Paperback. This title explores all kinds of grim and gruesome Somerset events. It contains more than 2000 years of Somerset history, with true stories of battles, bloodshed, mysteries and martyrs, vicious Templars, and Victorian sex cults! Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 7. Weight in Grams: 322.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752487434
ISBN
9780752487434
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.21

Hardcover. Num Pages: 128 pages, 120 color photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WQH; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 288 x 230 x 17. Weight in Grams: 982.
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
128
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764338847
ISBN
9780764338847
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 28.00

Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages, 32 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; 3JJH; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 17. Weight in Grams: 336.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750961578
ISBN
9780750961578
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.27

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752446585
ISBN
9780752446585
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.38

Hardcover. Describes Gaelic society and the castle's role within its clan organisation. This book includes a detailed history of the MacCarthy Muskerry clan that charts their rise to power and their ultimate loss of Blarney after the battle of the Boyne. It also decribes the families who owned the castle (the MacCarthys, the Jefferies and the Colthursts). Num Pages: 164 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; WQH; WTHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 258 x 195 x 16. Weight in Grams: 786.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Cork University Press
Number of pages
164
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781859184110
ISBN
9781859184110
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 39.00
€ 31.26

Paperback. .
Publisher
Logaston Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910839010
ISBN
9781910839010
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.30

Paperback. Blackrock, the affluent seaside suburb of South Dublin, first became an independent township in 1863. Since then, it has thrived and grown, and in the book by popular local historian Joe Curtis, we see the development of the commercial, social, and of course, the sporting aspects of this fascinating area of Dublin. Num Pages: 128 pages, 128 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 168 x 8. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845888558
ISBN
9781845888558
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.51

Paperback. Unpretentious and brash with all the trimmings one would expect of a traditional seaside resort, Blackpool remains the iconic resort town. This collection of images reveals the changing face of the town during the past century. Over 200 old postcards and photographs - help highlight Blackpool's remarkable transformation from a fledgling resort. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, aprox. 200. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752444949
ISBN
9780752444949
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.21

Paperback. Presents the fun of the seaside in old photographs - a joyous reminder of Blackpool's past and rich heritage. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752449500
ISBN
9780752449500
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.22

Paperback. The true story of Victorian entrepreneurship that led to the construction of one of Britain's most recognisable landscapes. Series: A History. Num Pages: 208 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 302 x 20. Weight in Grams: 302.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445644981
ISBN
9781445644981
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 19.17

Paperback. This fascinating second selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Blackpool has changed and developed over the last century Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 167 x 21. Weight in Grams: 302. A Second Selection. 96 pages, 189 illustrations incl 109 colour. This fascinating second selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Blackpool has changed and developed over the last century. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQP. Dimension: 233 x 167 x 21. Weight: 302.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445605289
ISBN
9781445605289
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.69

Paperback. This fascinating selection of more than 180 photographs traces some of the many ways in which Blackpool has changed and developed over the last century. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 167 x 10. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848686625
ISBN
9781848686625
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.84

Paperback. Beautiful postcards capturing old Blackpool in all its glory. Series: The Postcard Collection. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445644905
ISBN
9781445644905
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.57

Paperback. A guided tour of this historic town, showing how the areas you know and love have transformed over the centuries. Series: History Tour. Num Pages: 96 pages, 120. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 125 x 169 x 11. Weight in Grams: 156.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445646237
ISBN
9781445646237
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.11

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 161 x 7. Weight in Grams: 216.
Publisher
The History Press
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752485836
ISBN
9780752485836
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.38

Paperback. .
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752418582
ISBN
9780752418582
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.38

Paperback. Wentworth in Yorkshire was surrounded by 70 collieries employing tens of thousands of men. It is the finest and largest Georgian house in Britain and belonged to the Fitzwilliam family. This title tells the story of its demise: family feuds, forbidden love, class war, and a tragic and violent death played their part. Num Pages: 544 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; 3JJ; HBJD1; HBLW; HBTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 37. Weight in Grams: 418.
Publisher
Penguin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141019239
ISBN
9780141019239
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.29

Paperback. Located in central England, the Black Country is a distinctive industrial region encompassing numerous ancient towns and villages in a unique and diverse landscape, formed by centuries of mining and iron forging. This book contains stories behind some of the most heinous crimes ever committed in the Black Country. Series: Murders. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 422.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750950534
ISBN
9780750950534
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.31

Paperback. .
Publisher
Brewin Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
152
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
SKU
V9781858582665
ISBN
9781858582665
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.63

Paperback. Local author Anthony Poulton-Smith takes the reader on a fascinating A-Z tour of the haunted places of the Black Country. Contained within the pages of this book are strange tales of spectral sightings, active poltergeists and restless spirits appearing in streets, inns, churches, estates, public buildings and private homes across the area. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 166 x 8. Weight in Grams: 322.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750950442
ISBN
9780750950442
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.38

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750950848
ISBN
9780750950848
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.24

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