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Local interest, family history & nostalgia

Paperback. Contained within the pages of this book are the stories behind some of the most notorious murders in Cambridgeshire's history. Series: Sutton True Crime History. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations, map., ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAC; BTC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 172 x 247 x 11. Weight in Grams: 422.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
152
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750939140
ISBN
9780750939140
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.50

Paperback. Illustrates and describes people, places and incidents that are unusual, odd or extraordinary. This work discovers the truth behind "Hereward the Wake", the story about the originator of the expression 'Hobson's Choice'. It contains photographs, maps, prints, paintings and engravings. It is of interest to residents and visitor alike. Num Pages: 160 pages, 200 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAC; WQH; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 173 x 11. Weight in Grams: 420.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750940597
ISBN
9780750940597
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.56

Paperback. This series of archive images evocatively recreates the Camden and Kentish Towns of the past. The majority of the photographs, postcards and ephemera are from private collections, presented here for the first time in a single volume. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of London S. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 8. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752429229
ISBN
9780752429229
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.60

Paperback. From the 1880s to World War II, Campbell Road, Finsbury Park (known as Campbell Bunk), had a notorious reputation for violence, for breeding thieves and prostitutes, and for an enthusiastic disregard for law and order. This title provides insight into the realities of life there. Num Pages: 336 pages, 8. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 3JJG; JFSG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 464.
Publisher
Vintage United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780712636254
ISBN
9780712636254
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.17

Paperback. CAMRA at 40 is a collection of essays by beer writers, brewing industry representatives and a host of others involved with the Campaign for Real Ale. The book charts the campaigns four decades of history and looks forward to the future of real beer in Britain. Editor(s): Protz, Roger. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; WBXD2; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 11. Weight in Grams: 152. 128 pages, Illustrations. Editor(s): Protz, Roger. CAMRA at 40 is a collection of essays by beer writers, brewing industry representatives and a host of others involved with the Campaign for Real Ale. The book charts the campaigns four decades of history and looks forward to the future of real beer in Britain. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBK; WBXD2; WQH. Dimension: 199 x 130 x 11. Weight: 152.
Publisher
Camra Books
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852493004
ISBN
9781852493004
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.40

Sheet map, folded. Series: Old Ordnance Survey Maps of England & Wales. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMS; WQH; WTRM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 121 x 3. Weight in Grams: 24.
Publisher
Alan Godfrey Maps United Kingdom
Publication date
2001
Edition
Facsim.of 1898 Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841512419
ISBN
9781841512419
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.03

Paperback. A history of Cannock Chase Num Pages: 144 pages, 157 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 157.
Publisher
Phillimore
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860775109
ISBN
9781860775109
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.64

Paperback. Includes archive photographs featuring Cannock Chase. This title recalls various aspects of life in the area: around the district, work, the mining industry, sport and leisure, education, transport, church and chapel and The Chase. It is of interest to those who know and love Cannock Chase. Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMS; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 318.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752410760
ISBN
9780752410760
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.51

Paperback. Presents a pictorial history of Canterbury through a series of photographs and images. This work features historical captions. Series: Pocket Images. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 124 x 7. Weight in Grams: 138.
Publisher
Nonsuch Publishing
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845882570
ISBN
9781845882570
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.33

Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Canterbury has changed and developed over the last century Num Pages: 96 pages, 83 black & white illustrations, 98 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 234 x 9. Weight in Grams: 300. 96 pages, 181 Illustrations incl 98 colour. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Canterbury has changed and developed over the last century. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQP. Dimension: 166 x 234 x 9. Weight: 300.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445607122
ISBN
9781445607122
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.34

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752419480
ISBN
9780752419480
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 26.33

Paperback. Describes the history of Canterbury through its buildings. This book introduces readers to the builders, traders, craftsmen and saints and sinners who created Canterbury during its long history. Num Pages: 128 pages, 100 b/w & 16 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 10. Weight in Grams: 308.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752445380
ISBN
9780752445380
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.59

Paperback. Canterbury is so much more than the small area enclosed by what remains of its ancient city walls. During Roman times, when the city wall first appeared, the areas occupied by today's suburbs were used as burial grounds. This book shows the changing shape of these suburbs as they developed during the twentieth century into what we know today. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 314.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752455723
ISBN
9780752455723
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.45

Paperback. Canterbury is one of England's most historic cities. A rich heritage of medieval, Georgian and Victorian buildings survived until the mid-twentieth century, which brought wholescale destruction. This book contains over 250 photographs to illustrate a selection of Canterbury's lost buildings, comparing historic views with contemporary scenes. Num Pages: 128 pages, 275 black and white pictures. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; AM; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 440.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750943192
ISBN
9780750943192
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.57

Paperback. A history of Canton Series: Images of Wales. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 8. Weight in Grams: 298.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
Revised
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752430102
ISBN
9780752430102
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.51

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 247 vintage postcards. BIC Classification: 1KBBES; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 282 x 11. Weight in Grams: 654.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764323898
ISBN
9780764323898
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 21.35

Paperback. Originally opened in 1921, the Capitol cinema entertained generations of cinemagoers until its closure in 1978. This book provides the detailed history of one of the busiest entertainment venues in the city. It contains numerous contributions from former employees and visitors to the Capitol alongside contemporary press cuttings. Num Pages: 96 pages, 60 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKWS; APF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 240.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752446646
ISBN
9780752446646
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. Captain James Cook was one of the world's greatest explorers. He was born in 1728 in the tiny farming village of Marton in North Yorkshire, now part of modern Middlesbrough. This book presents an account of Cook's life. It examines his early life in Cleveland. Num Pages: 96 pages, Approx 60. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; BGH; RGR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 166 x 6. Weight in Grams: 226.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752439952
ISBN
9780752439952
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.44

Sheet map, folded. Series: Old O.S. Maps of Wales. BIC Classification: 1DBKWS; WQH; WTRM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 121 x 2. Weight in Grams: 24. One Inch Sheet 263. Series: Old O.S. Maps of Wales. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKWS; WQH; WTRM. Dimension: 207 x 121 x 2. Weight: 24.
Publisher
Alan Godfrey Maps
Publication date
1999
Edition
New ed of 1890 ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841511238
ISBN
9781841511238
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.01

Paperback. Illustrated with over 100 old photographs, postcards and promotional advertisements, this book looks at the beers and breweries which vanished and the ones which survived. Glimpses of working and social life, and some of the pubs' lively clientele are also featured, each image recalling the social history of Cardiff's brewing industry. Series: Images of Wales. Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKWS; WQH; WTHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 8. .
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752431109
ISBN
9780752431109
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

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