Local interest, family history & nostalgia
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Local interest, family history & nostalgia
Paperback. An etymological guide to Bolton's highways and byways. It lets you discover the origins of the peculiarly named 'Bowkers Row' and 'Thweat Street'. It helps you delve into the lives of the Bolton's famous residents, and lets you find out about the buildings and industries that left their mark on Bolton's streets. Num Pages: 128 pages, 75 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; GBGP; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752446523
- ISBN
- 9780752446523
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
€ 19.99
€ 18.38
Paperback. Greenwich and Woolwich have long been associated with the great national monuments. Since the seventeenth century Greenwich has been associated with 'time'. The time-ball at the Old Royal Observatory still falls daily at one o'clock, just as it has done since 1833. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, 250ill. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 168 x 11. Weight in Grams: 378.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752400457
- ISBN
- 9780752400457
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.21
€ 17.99
€ 16.21
Paperback. A history of Woodhouse Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752410883
- ISBN
- 9780752410883
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
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Paperback. Recreates everyday life for textile workers, canal boat families, coalminers, metal workers navvies and glassblowers using contemporary eyewitness accounts and interviews. This work depicts the dire state of towns and the dreadful hazards workers faced on a daily basis. Num Pages: 160 pages, 120. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 174 x 11. Weight in Grams: 420.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752442532
- ISBN
- 9780752442532
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Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 21.31
€ 24.99
€ 21.31
Paperback. Based on many conversations and interviews with Waltham local people, recalling life in the village over the past century, this title recounts various memories, including childhood and schooldays, work and play, sport and leisure, and the war years. It paints a picture of life in this North East Lincolnshire village. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations, facsims., ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAL; 1DBKEYK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 168 x 9. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752455716
- ISBN
- 9780752455716
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
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Paperback. The third book in the series of historic photographs of the area around Hayes and West Drayton. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 172 x 8. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750927680
- ISBN
- 9780750927680
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Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.16
€ 13.99
€ 13.16
Paperback. Presents a pictorial history of rumney through a series of photographs and images. Series: Pocket Images. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200. BIC Classification: 1DBKWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 124 x 10. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845883126
- ISBN
- 9781845883126
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.23
€ 9.23
Paperback. Discusses the dramatic changes which have taken place since the Second World War and the developments that have transformed Kilmarnock, in a period which has seen the decline of traditional industries and the rise of multinational corporations. This book includes images of transport, industry and leisure as well as monuments churches and houses. Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 250 black and white photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKSB; 3JJPG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750950381
- ISBN
- 9780750950381
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
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Paperback. In 1891, the Land Company decided to buy up land from cash-strapped farmers and sell it on plots, and must have sounded like heaven to many people living in the slums of the East End. This book presents the experiences of the children of these original plotlanders such as: how they lived, went to school, wartime and working life; and more. Series: Memories S. Num Pages: 128 pages, Approx 70. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 168 x 9. Weight in Grams: 328.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752438191
- ISBN
- 9780752438191
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
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Paperback. This superb collection of over tow hundred photographs traces the history of Bishop Aukland from its origins as North Aclet to modern times. Auckland Castle, the residence of the bishops of Durham for almost eight hundred years, is represented, as are the market-place and the restoration of the town's superb Town Hall. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 172. .
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752466415
- ISBN
- 9780752466415
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.37
€ 19.99
€ 18.37
Paperback. Bellwether, Noon Layer Drive, Passalewe Lane, Quadrans Close and Silicon Court: these are just a few of the peculiar street names that can be found in Milton Keynes. This work sets out to discover what they mean and why they were chosen. It covers the geographical areas of the town: central, south, north, east, and west. Num Pages: 96 pages, 25 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESU; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 168 x 20. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Publisher
- Phillimore & Co.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781860774089
- ISBN
- 9781860774089
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Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.24
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Paperback. For over a century, the Grand Pier at Weston has stood as a prominent symbol of this British seaside tradition. This book illustrates the history of this outstanding example of seaside piers, with memories and anecdotes from the people who owned it, worked on it or simply loved it. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 150 x 9. Weight in Grams: 288.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752449906
- ISBN
- 9780752449906
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Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.17
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Paperback. A history of Tring Series: Pocket Images. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEST; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 170 x 127 x 9. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845883270
- ISBN
- 9781845883270
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.20
€ 9.20
Paperback. Bellwether, Noon Layer Drive, Passalewe Lane, Quadrans Close and Silicon Court: these are just a few of the peculiar street names that can be found in Milton Keynes. This work sets out to discover what they mean and why they were chosen. It covers the geographical areas of the town: central, south, north, east, and west. Num Pages: 352 pages, 29 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESU; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 168 x 20. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Publisher
- Phillimore & Co.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781860774119
- ISBN
- 9781860774119
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Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.24
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Paperback. From the construction of its first theatre in 1740, Birmingham has boasted a huge array of entertainment from plays and music festivals to circuses and 'mops' (and even the 'onion fair'). Featuring photographs, programmes and advertisements, this title looks at the history of theatre and entertainment in Birmingham. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, over 100 b/w. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; AN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752446608
- ISBN
- 9780752446608
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.17
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Paperback. Around Spondon Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 174 x 8. Weight in Grams: 158.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845881832
- ISBN
- 9781845881832
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.23
€ 9.23
Paperback. A history of Wolverhampton Grammar School Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752418940
- ISBN
- 9780752418940
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
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Paperback. The village of Axmouth has a very special community. No doubt the rich history and heritage that Axmouth has is the reason why its inhabitants are so justifiably proud of the place in which they live. This book features chapters on the village itself, the community, schools, the river and harbor, and high days. Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 160 pages, 200 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 167 x 9. Weight in Grams: 382.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750949675
- ISBN
- 9780750949675
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
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Paperback. A guided tour of this historic town of Rayleigh, showing how the areas you know and love have transformed over the centuries. Series: History Tour. Num Pages: 96 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 126 x 168 x 10. Weight in Grams: 154.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445657738
- ISBN
- 9781445657738
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.03
€ 17.03
Paperback. A history of Birmingham canal navigation Num Pages: 128 pages, 150ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WGGN; WQH; WT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752427676
- ISBN
- 9780752427676
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
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Paperback. In Exe to Axe Devonian Gerald Gosling takes the reader on a journey, illustrated with rare and atmospheric old photographs, through one of this country's most charming and still unspoilt corners, by way of farms adn ancient churches, along hidden lanes and past gentle rivers, all characteristic elements of this distinctive place. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 167 x 12. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 182
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752467320
- ISBN
- 9780752467320
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 20.41
€ 21.99
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Paperback. A collection of old photographs which will make you pause awhile and explore some of the old shops, chapels, canals, vanished industrial enterprises, workshops and byways you never knew existed. It takes a fresh look at the little Black Country township. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165 x 8. Weight in Grams: 292.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752451343
- ISBN
- 9780752451343
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
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Paperback. The three salt towns of Winsford, Northwich and Middlewich have witnessed great changes over the past century. This book captures life in these towns and surrounding villages as they once were, and compares them with how they look now. It offers the reader a glimpse of the social and economic changes which have taken place in the area of Cheshire. Series: Then and Now. Num Pages: 96 pages, 160ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKENC; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 236 x 10. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752426754
- ISBN
- 9780752426754
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.27
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Paperback. Includes photographs which illustrates the transformation that has taken place in Romford during the 20th century. This book offers an insight into the daily lives and living conditions of local people and gives the reader glimpses and details of familiar places during this century of change. It records the process of transformation. Num Pages: 120 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 120
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750949392
- ISBN
- 9780750949392
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.31
€ 13.99
€ 13.31