Local History
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Local History
Paperback. A history of public libraries in New York City before the founding of the New York Public Library. Most of these libraries were accessible through a membership or an annual subscription. Explores the private and public purposes of public libraries before the advent of tax-supported public libraries. Num Pages: 460 pages, 27 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBJK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887. .
- Publisher
- Fordham University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780823276813
- ISBN
- 9780823276813
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.94
€ 36.94
Paperback. A pictorial history of Windsor & Eton through a series of old photographs and images. Series: Pocket Images. Num Pages: 128 pages, chiefly Illustrations, coat of arms, facsims., ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKESB; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 127 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
- V9781845881887
- ISBN
- 9781845881887
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.16
€ 9.16
Paperback. Suitable for those with an interest in the paranormal, this title presents a history of Dundee's witches, UFO and Big Cat sightings, as well as Gothic horrors, superstitions and strange and uncanny events ranging from the tramp discovered inside the stomach of a captured whale to the Dundee lass who became queen of a cannibal tribe. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 7. Weight in Grams: 302.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752454191
- ISBN
- 9780752454191
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.29
€ 19.99
€ 18.29
Paperback. Includes the case of the infamous Dr Crippen, executed in 1910 for poisoning and dismembering his wife in Islington; Neville Heath, who was hanged at Pentonville Prison for the brutal murder of Margery Gardner in 1946; and Ruth Ellis, the last woman to hang in Britain after being found guilty of shooting her lover. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; JKV; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 174 x 10. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 186
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750950404
- ISBN
- 9780750950404
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.21
€ 19.99
€ 18.21
Hardcover. A history of Aylesbury Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESU; WQH; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 172 x 20. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Publisher
- Phillimore & Co Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781860774966
- ISBN
- 9781860774966
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 22.44
€ 25.99
€ 22.44
Paperback. Num Pages: 144 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBCO; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 176.
- Publisher
- Manor House Publishing Inc Canada
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- Business/Airpor
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781897453018
- ISBN
- 9781897453018
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 18.62
€ 26.99
€ 18.62
Hardcover. No date given. 544pp. Index. Illustrated. Original cloth. Title in gilt on spine. Decorated boards. Cover is worn and has some small tears at the ends of the spine. Binding is loose. Previous owner's signature on half title page. Ffep torn out. Foxing and shading throughout. Small amount of scoring. Hinges split. Keywords: Local History - County Sligo, Genealogy
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- James Duffy Dublin
- Condition
- Used, Acceptable
- SKU
- KON0826745
Hardback
Condition: Used, Acceptable
€ 450.00
€ 450.00
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€ 16.35
€ 17.99
€ 16.35
Hardback. 24pp. n.d. Illustrated cover. Some shading, text clear. Keywords: Local history, Irish towns, church history
- Publisher
- Catholic Truth Society of Ireland
- Condition
- Used, Good
- Format
- Hardback
- SKU
- KHS1004925
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good
€ 65.00€ 35.00
€ 65.00
€ 35.00
Paperback. This book is part of the Images ofWales series, which uses old photographs and archived images toshow the history ofvarious local areas in Wales, through their streets, shops, pubs, and people." Series: Archive Photographs: Images of Wales. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 236 x 9. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752426150
- ISBN
- 9780752426150
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
€ 17.99
€ 16.35
Paperback. A selection of photographs that illustrates the transformation that has taken place in Barnsley during the 20th century. It offers 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 change. It records the process of transformation. Num Pages: 120 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 167 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 120
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750949033
- ISBN
- 9780750949033
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.33
€ 19.99
€ 18.33
Paperback. Num Pages: 92 pages, Black and white photos throughout. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; HBJD1; HBTB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 172 x 209 x 11. Weight in Grams: 254.
- Publisher
- Five Leaves Publications
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781910170236
- ISBN
- 9781910170236
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.25
€ 13.99
€ 13.25
Paperback. The Pub has always been one of the main centres of the community, and never more so than in Herefordshire. With over 200 images drawn from the archives, including postcards and old advertisements, this book explains the development of the pub in Herefordshire, and what each establishment meant to its community. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752444666
- ISBN
- 9780752444666
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.38
€ 19.99
€ 18.38
Hardback. 7pp. Illustrated cover
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- SKU
- KHS1005048
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 12.00
€ 12.00
Paperback. A history of Tiverton Series: Britain in Old Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWD; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 350.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750929486
- ISBN
- 9780750929486
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.17
€ 17.99
€ 16.17
Paperback. In the 21st century Manchester has enjoyed an explosion of archaeological interest. This book spans the period from prehistoric and Roman Manchester to the city in the modern day, focusing on the nineteenth century when it was the largest international marketplace for cotton goods. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 502.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752447049
- ISBN
- 9780752447049
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.58
€ 26.99
€ 23.58
Hardback. 48pp. Original wrappers, pages shaded, text very clear. Keywords: Irish history, letters
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- Nellie Maher
- Publication date
- 1943
- SKU
- KHS1005057
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 295.00
€ 295.00
Paperback. A collection of tales of the East Riding, containing local myths, true crimes, and several incidents and biographies of the area's famous sons. The stories cover an area from York down to Hull and include such tales as: "Stand and Deliver", "The Molescroft Murder", "When the Blitz Came to Beverley", "Roman East Yorkshire", and more. Num Pages: 128 pages, Approx 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 8. Weight in Grams: 292.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752440385
- ISBN
- 9780752440385
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.27
€ 17.99
€ 16.27
Paperback. In this selection, the author brings alive once more the sights and scenes of Neath and its environs. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKW; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 167 x 9. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752418179
- ISBN
- 9780752418179
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.35
€ 17.99
€ 16.35
56pp. 1977 revised. Printers wrappers. Illustrated. Map. Advertisements. Cover shaded, pages and text very clear and bright. Keywords: Irish towns, historic monuments, guide book
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Kamac Publications
- Publication date
- 1974
- SKU
- KHS1005027
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 25.00
€ 25.00
Paperback. A history of Hackenthorpe & the surrounding area Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; 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
- 2003
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752430614
- ISBN
- 9780752430614
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.21
€ 20.99
€ 19.21
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 180 color images. BIC Classification: WQH; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 232 x 12. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764345524
- ISBN
- 9780764345524
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 21.12
€ 31.99
€ 21.12
Hardcover. A history of the Vale of Taunton Deane Num Pages: 144 pages, 150 b7w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148 x 10. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781860770449
- ISBN
- 9781860770449
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.42
€ 19.99
€ 18.42
Paperback. Out of a population of just over 6,000 Biggleswade saw 199 men killed, whilst hundreds of others were wounded. This book tells the story of how the Great War affected Biggleswade through the experiences of those who fought and those who remained behind. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESD; 3JJF; HBWN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 171 x 10. Weight in Grams: 398.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752449661
- ISBN
- 9780752449661
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.29
€ 19.99
€ 18.29