Local interest, family history & nostalgia
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Local interest, family history & nostalgia
Paperback. Hampshire is proud host to traditions, customs and legends that may seem strange to the people of the twenty-first century but were very real to the Hampshire folk of yesteryear. From Abbotts Ann and the Maiden's Garlands to the Tichborne Dole and St Swithun's forty days of rain, this looks at the folklore of Hampshire. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 19. Weight in Grams: 344.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752451794
- ISBN
- 9780752451794
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
€ 19.99
€ 18.38
Paperback. 'Kent, sir - everybody knows Kent - apples, cherries, hops and women' - Mr Jingle in Charles Dickens' Pickwick Papers Num Pages: 160 pages, 70ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 235 x 35. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752426280
- ISBN
- 9780752426280
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.29
€ 19.99
€ 18.29
Paperback. Presents a survey, drawing on a wide range of printed, manuscript and oral material. This title covers topics such as local legend and lore, ghosts and witchcraft, folk medicine, work and play, sport and fairs, crime and punishment, music, drama and calender customs. Num Pages: 256 pages, 100ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEML; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- 2nd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752424682
- ISBN
- 9780752424682
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 20.21
€ 21.99
€ 20.21
Paperback.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752459646
- ISBN
- 9780752459646
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
€ 19.99
€ 18.38
Paperback. Describes the reaction of the common people to some of the tumultuous events which occurred in Northamptonshire and shaped England's history, and how this gave rise to many colorful folklore traditions. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMM; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 159 x 13. Weight in Grams: 398.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752435220
- ISBN
- 9780752435220
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.29
€ 20.99
€ 19.29
Paperback. A collection of tales from Sussex. It includes such colorful themes as lost bells, buried treasures, dragons, fairies and the devil. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 344.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752451008
- ISBN
- 9780752451008
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 20.31
€ 21.99
€ 20.31
Paperback. The author is a Gaelic-speaking scholar and archaeologist who has lived and worked in crofting communities. In this edition, she portrays the beliefs and customs of Scottish Gaelic society, including: seasonal customs deriving from Celtic festivals; the famous waulking songs; and the Highland tradition of seers and second sight. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 162 x 236 x 11. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752419046
- ISBN
- 9780752419046
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
€ 19.99
€ 18.38
Paperback. A collection of folk tales from the surrounding areas of the Peak District. Num Pages: 192 pages, 64 Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEY; HBTB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 164 x 12. Weight in Grams: 358. 64 Illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKEY; HBTB; WQH. Dimension: 233 x 164 x 12. Weight: 358.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445601076
- ISBN
- 9781445601076
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.54
€ 29.54
paperback. In Follow Me Down to Dublin, Deirdre Purcell takes to the streets of Dublin to meet those who inhabit her city and who, like her, love it. Num Pages: 256 pages, Photo sections. BIC Classification: 1DBR; WQN; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 18. Weight in Grams: 196. Good copy showing light shelf wear. Light spotting to preliminary pages and exterior of pages. Text remains unaffected and is clean and clear throughout
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Hachette Books Ireland Dublin
- Condition
- Used, Good
- SKU
- KMK0025016
- ISBN
- 9780340992876
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good
€ 5.12
€ 5.12
Paperback. For what it's worth Num Pages: 160 pages, 75 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; BGA; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 174 x 9. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750941556
- ISBN
- 9780750941556
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.27
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Paperback. This book is part of the Images of London series, which uses old photographs and archived images to show the history of various local areas in England, through their streets, shops, pubs, and people. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 8. Weight in Grams: 298.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752400495
- ISBN
- 9780752400495
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.27
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Paperback. Num Pages: 170 pages, b/w & colour photos. BIC Classification: 1KBCL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 246 x 13. Weight in Grams: 626.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Heritage House Publishing Co Ltd Canada
- Number of pages
- 170
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781894384988
- ISBN
- 9781894384988
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.70
€ 14.99
€ 11.70
Paperback. Tour historic Fort Lauderdale, Florida through 276 color postcard images that depict the growth of the "Venice of America" and "Gateway to the Everglades." Be transported to earlier days before urban sprawl and renewal. From the 1900s through the 1960s, i Num Pages: 111 pages, 276 color images. BIC Classification: 1KBBFL; 3JJ; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 281 x 218 x 8. Weight in Grams: 578.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 111
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764328282
- ISBN
- 9780764328282
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.01
€ 31.99
€ 21.01
Paperback. This historical guide explores the past and present of "Cowtown" and its neighbouring cities. It introduces the reader to the places where Tarrant County history was made. Book in hand you can visit these sites and many more. Editor(s): Roark, Carol. Num Pages: 192 pages, 100 b&w illustrations, maps, index. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; HBJK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 11. Weight in Grams: 367.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Texas Christian University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780875652795
- ISBN
- 9780875652795
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.17
€ 14.17
Paperback. Series: Foul Deeds and Suspicious Deaths. Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 396.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Wharncliffe Books
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781903425336
- ISBN
- 9781903425336
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 14.15
€ 17.99
€ 14.15
Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Fountains Abbey has changed and developed over the last century. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 183, 94 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445606118
- ISBN
- 9781445606118
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.84
€ 27.84
Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations, map, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 125 x 13. Weight in Grams: 177. Minor shelf wear to th cover but book in a good condition
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- SKU
- KSC0000960
- ISBN
- 9781845887346
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Frampton Cotterell and Coalpit Heath Revisited: Britain in Old Photogr...
Frampton Cotterell Local History Society
Paperback. This pictorial history will delight everyone who has lived, worked or simply passed through this part of Bristol, awakening nostalgic memories of yesteryear sure to delight locals and visitors alike Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752464695
- ISBN
- 9780752464695
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.13
€ 17.99
€ 16.13
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- The Francis Frith Collection United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781859374672
- ISBN
- 9781859374672
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.84
€ 19.99
€ 15.84
Hardcover. Num Pages: 176 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 301 x 210 x 18. Weight in Grams: 914.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Heritage House Publishing Co Ltd Canada
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781894384254
- ISBN
- 9781894384254
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.99€ 35.03
€ 53.99
€ 35.03
Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1DFG; WQH; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 133 x 19. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Publisher
- Signal Books Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781909930186
- ISBN
- 9781909930186
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 17.17
€ 17.99
€ 17.17
hardcover. The Haselbeck collection is one of the great Irish photographic collections. The breadth of subject matter and composition show a photographer with a mastery of his craft as he chronicled an exciting period in Irish history. Now, the work of this remarkable professional photographer, his skills and professionalism, can be fully appreciated by all. Num Pages: 160 pages, B&W photos. BIC Classification: 1DBR; AJB; AJC; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 285 x 221 x 17. Weight in Grams: 962. Fine in fine dust wrapper. DW showing light shelf wear, remains very fine
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Collins Press Cork
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KSG0030628
- ISBN
- 9781848891845
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 6.49
€ 6.49
Paperback. Illustrated with 150 photographs, all of which were taken by the author, this informative and evocative book tells the story of fisherfolk, boats and boatbuilders along the North Yorkshire and Cleveland coast between the rivers Tees and Esk in the mid to late 20th century. Num Pages: 128 pages, 8 colour plates. BIC Classification: 1DBKEY; WGG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Publisher
- The History Press
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752480411
- ISBN
- 9780752480411
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.40
€ 20.99
€ 19.40
Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 20 b/w images. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 152 x 11. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764339189
- ISBN
- 9780764339189
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 17.90
€ 25.99
€ 17.90