Local interest, family history & nostalgia
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Local interest, family history & nostalgia
Paperback. 'A Grim Almanac of Oxfordshire' is a day-by-day catalogue of 366 ghastly tales from the county's past. There are murders and manslaughters, including the killing by Mrs Barber of her entire family in 1909 while temporarily insane, and the brutal murder of 4-year-old Edward Busby in 1871, killed by his mother to prevent his father ill-treating him. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; VXQ; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 166 x 11. Weight in Grams: 488.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752465814
- ISBN
- 9780752465814
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.60
€ 19.99
€ 18.60
Paperback. A history of Biddulph Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752434636
- ISBN
- 9780752434636
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
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
€ 16.99
€ 14.51
Paperback. Presents the different types of caravan and the great variety of art which was carved and painted upon them and their brothers-in-transport, the old narrowboats. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBK; AFTB; WGC; WGGN; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 248 x 10. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752455020
- ISBN
- 9780752455020
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.71
€ 26.99
€ 23.71
Paperback. This fully illustrated volume includes the celebrated figures and influential groups in English literature who knew Cambridge. Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAC; DS; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 173 x 9. Weight in Grams: 346.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750922883
- ISBN
- 9780750922883
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.41
€ 17.99
€ 16.41
Paperback. Series: Scottish Clan Mini-book. Num Pages: 32 pages, 8 illustrations (2 colour). BIC Classification: WQY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 142 x 102 x 2. Weight in Grams: 38.
- Publisher
- Lang Syne Publishers Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781852170776
- ISBN
- 9781852170776
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 6.75
€ 6.75
Paperback. From the thirteenth century onwards, Essex has produced more than its fair share of infamous women. This title features Essex Girls such as murderers, mayhem-makers, swindlers, witches, smugglers and lustful adulteresses who have played a part in the darker side of the county's history. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; WQH; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 173 x 9. Weight in Grams: 334.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750950855
- ISBN
- 9780750950855
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.57
€ 19.99
€ 18.57
Paperback. Wexford is a town of great character and individuality. It has been in existence for one thousand years, and this publication explores that vibrant history. The authors contrast 45 archive images with full colour professional photographs. Num Pages: 96 pages, 90 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 4. Weight in Grams: 228.
- Publisher
- Batsford Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845888435
- ISBN
- 9781845888435
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 14.51
€ 16.99
€ 14.51
Paperback. Illustrated with more than 90 photographs, this book presents a miners tale containing his memories of childhood when no policeman was safe, working life spent down the pits of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, and vacations in the Paris of the fifties. Num Pages: 96 pages, approx 90. BIC Classification: WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 230.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752444833
- ISBN
- 9780752444833
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.47
€ 14.47
Paperback.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752455174
- ISBN
- 9780752455174
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Paperback.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752454276
- ISBN
- 9780752454276
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.60
€ 19.99
€ 18.60
Paperback. Num Pages: 48 pages, 49. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 175 x 241 x 5. Weight in Grams: 166.
- Publisher
- Stenlake Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781840337006
- ISBN
- 9781840337006
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 16.34
€ 16.99
€ 16.34
Paperback. James Preston provides an illustraded history on malting and the malthouses in Kent. Num Pages: 96 pages, 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WBXD2; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 233 x 9. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445653068
- ISBN
- 9781445653068
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.32
€ 26.32
Hardback. Americans' long and restless search for identity through family trees illuminates the story of America itself, according to Francois Weil, as preoccupation with social standing, racial purity, and national belonging gave way to an embrace of diversity in one's forebears, pursued through Ancestry.com and advances in DNA testing. Num Pages: 250 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTG; WQY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 139 x 33. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Number of pages
- 250
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674045835
- ISBN
- 9780674045835
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 47.99€ 39.84
€ 47.99
€ 39.84
Hardback. A new title by the author of Bizarre London, this takes a close look at eccentric, secret, unusual and plain weird aspects of Scotland and its history. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 139 x 21. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472117465
- ISBN
- 9781472117465
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 14.20
€ 23.99
€ 14.20
Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Acton has changed and developed over the last century Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 8. Weight in Grams: 302. 96 pages, 186 Illustrations incl 108 colour. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Acton has changed and developed over the last century. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQP. Dimension: 234 x 166 x 8. Weight: 302.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445608679
- ISBN
- 9781445608679
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.32
€ 28.32
paperback. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 167 x 10. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752407036
- ISBN
- 9780752407036
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.41
€ 17.99
€ 16.41
Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Central Bristol has changed and developed over the last centuries Num Pages: 96 pages, 93 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 166 x 10. Weight in Grams: 308. 96 pages, 185 Illustrations incl 93 colour. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Central Bristol has changed and developed over the last centuries. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKEWG; WQP. Dimension: 236 x 166 x 10. Weight: 308.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445608259
- ISBN
- 9781445608259
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.79
€ 20.99
€ 16.79
Paperback. A third selection of photographs of the Hampshire town of Fleet from the archives of local author Percy Vickery. Chapters include work, people, street scenes, sport and pastimes and wartime, providing a comprehensive history of the town and its surroundings in rarely-seen images. Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 170. .
- Publisher
- Sutton Pub Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750929851
- ISBN
- 9780750929851
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Paperback. Famous and infamous Londoners Num Pages: 160 pages, 100 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; BGH; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 400.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750938228
- ISBN
- 9780750938228
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.60
€ 19.99
€ 18.60