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Hardback. 205pp. A very rare book. Cloth boards, with title in gilt on spine and front cover. Bookplate on inside front cover. Bumped. Some stains. Good, clean copy, bright text. This very rare book contains the muster roll of the inhabitants of Tipperary five years after the restoration of Charles the second. Previous owner's bookplate on ffep. Keywords: Irish life, local history, public records, taxes
Condition
Used, Very Good
Format
Hardback
Publisher
James Duffy & Co., Ltd
Publication date
1911
SKU
KHS1004741
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 1,950.00

Paperback. Penarth was an agricultural community but the Industrial Revolution brought a great change. The town owes its early development to the success of the South Wales coalfields and the necessity for additional port facilities to accommodate the industry that followed. A tidal harbour was planned, which became a dock. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752406138
ISBN
9780752406138
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.35

Paperback. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752415529
ISBN
9780752415529
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.27

Paperback. This well-researched and very readable book tells the entire story of the Croydon's development over the centuries Num Pages: 132 pages, 160 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 172 x 16. Weight in Grams: 400.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750970457
ISBN
9780750970457
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.38

Hardcover. A history of Mark Beech Num Pages: 176 pages, 50 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; HBJD1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 189 x 16. Weight in Grams: 636.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860770913
ISBN
9781860770913
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.39

Paperback. Intends to explain the origins of street names in Cleethorpes. In doing so, this title gives an insight into the history and development of the town and also reveals some fascinating stories about the locality and its personalities, which can add extra interest to our day-to-day surroundings as we pass a familiar street sign. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAL; GBGP; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 190 x 10. Weight in Grams: 360.
Publisher
Phillimore & Co Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860776052
ISBN
9781860776052
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.38

Paperback. A history of Stockport Series: History and Guide. Num Pages: 144 pages, 182. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 170 x 9. Weight in Grams: 356.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752435251
ISBN
9780752435251
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.39

Paperback. Generously illustrated, this chronicle is an entertaining and readable record of Somerset's grim past. Read on ..if you dare! Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 170 x 12. Weight in Grams: 496.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752458144
ISBN
9780752458144
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.29

Paperback. Showcases images from Steve Salter's photographic archive. This book guides us through Old Ashford, as it used to be, illustrating long-lost landmarks and reminding us of what has gone - as well as pointing out historic features that still remain. It focuses on streets and buildings, but social and economic changes aren't forgotten. Series: In Old Photographs. Num Pages: 130 pages, chiefly Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; 3JJP; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 414.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750942232
ISBN
9780750942232
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.38

Paperback. 184pp. Illustrated. Advertisements. Index. Shelf wear, pages shaded. Keywords: Local history, parish life, rural Ireland
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Muintir na Tire
Condition
Used, Good
SKU
KHS1004940
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 15.00

Article in the 'Riocht na Midhe' Records of the Meath Archaeological and Historical Society, Vol. VI, No. 2, 1976. Keywords: Local History - Co. Meath, Genealogy, Periodical. 23pp
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Printed for the Society by The Leinster Leader
Publication date
1976
SKU
KON0823387
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 25.00

Hardback. 108pp. One stamp on reverse of frontispiece. Cover is stained and bumped. Some foxing. Keywords: Local History - County Galway, Church in Ireland, St. Patrick
Condition
Used, Good
Format
Hardback
Publisher
W. Tempest
Publication date
1918
SKU
KON0824223
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 48.00

Disbound. [An Account of the Expenditure of all Sums of Money, Granted by Parliament for the Formation and Completion of an Artillery Depot and Powder Manufactory at Ballincollig, and Store Magazine at Rocky Island; distinguishing the Grants of Several Years. And also, of the Expenditure of the Sum of £.11,545. 13. 5. Paid for the like Purpose, during the Year 1809, and not provided for by Parliament.] Keywords: Local History: Co. Cork, Government, Armory. 2pp. Disbound, housed in a protective file
Condition
Used, Very Good
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Ordered, by The House of Commons, to be printed
Publication date
1810
SKU
KON0823767
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 85.00

Hardcover. 345pp. Plates. Rebound in quarter leather on marbles boards. One stamp and library location on title page. Slight staining on page edges and some pages. Some foxing. Keywords: Local History - County Westmeath
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Sealy, Bryers and Walker Dublin
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1907
SKU
KON0824637
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 495.00

Paperback. Reveals the link between a rural English county and the founders of seven US states, four Canadian provinces, a society doyen, an ambassador of the United States, and a US Presidential candidate fundraiser. This book traces the North American connection with Dorset characters such as Sir Walter Raleigh and the Tolpuddle Martyrs. Num Pages: 128 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWT; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752453460
ISBN
9780752453460
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.38

Paperback. Offers an insight into the daily lives and living conditions of local people and gives the reader glimpses and details of familiar places during a century of unprecedented change. This title provides an account of the changes that have so altered Derby's appearance and records the process of transformation. Num Pages: 124 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMD; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 163 x 9. Weight in Grams: 292.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750949118
ISBN
9780750949118
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.38

Paperback. Around Brigg II Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752426419
ISBN
9780752426419
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.27

Paperback. The village of Aylesford, situated at the lowest fording point over the River Medway, has been the site of human settlement since Neolithic times. This collection of 200 old photographs and ephemera gives a portrayal of the last 120 years or so of this long history and shows how the village's buildings and inhabitants have changed. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752411767
ISBN
9780752411767
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.27

Paperback. Southend-on-Sea's famous landmark is the longest seaside pleasure pier in the world and has given its town sterling service in times of war and peace. This book surveys the pier from its inception in 1830 up to 2007, celebrating 'the heart of Southend' and its appeal to both the town's residents and visitors alike. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 167 x 8. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752442150
ISBN
9780752442150
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.27

Hardback. Along the Kent coast Num Pages: 128 pages, 120 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 263 x 194 x 10. Weight in Grams: 450.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750934053
ISBN
9780750934053
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.41

Paperback. This book features the full wartime diaries of Esther Rowley who had, it seems, independent financial status and influential friends in Devon society. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; 3JJH; BJ; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 386.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752448831
ISBN
9780752448831
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.21

Hardback. 30pp. n.d. n.p. Previous owner's signature on ffep. Keywords: Local history Mayo, Knock
Condition
Used, Very Good
Format
Hardback
SKU
KHS1011589
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 20.00

Paperback. Enclosed by the city's medieval walls, the streets of Norwich are steeped in history. This book enables the reader to appreciate the events that have shaped the city over the past 1,300 years. It examines the way in which the street names of Norwich reflect its growth, industry, fortunes and misfortunes. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 340.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752435053
ISBN
9780752435053
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.35

Article in 'Duiche Neill'. Journal of the O Neill Country Historical Society, No. 7, 1992. Keywords: Local History - Co. Tyrone, Genealogy, Periodical, Church in Ireland, 17th - 20th Century. 19pp
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
O Neill Country Historical Centre
Publication date
1992
SKU
KON0823411
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 25.00

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