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  • Little, Brown Book Group Historic Pub Crawls Through Ireland

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    £15.29

  • Southern Way Special Issue No. 20

    Crecy Publishing Southern Way Special Issue No. 20

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisViewed from over seven decades later the Isle of Wight at the start of the 1950s might at first glance appear to have been experiencing a golden age of railways. A real-life Island of Sodor where Victorian steam locomotives crisscrossed the Island from Cowes in the north to Ventnor in the south, and from Freshwater in the west to Bembridge in the east. Even the smallest of villages could claim its own station and the only cloud on the horizon was generated by the passing of a nearby train. Or was it?The truth of course was rather different. From as early as 1950 - over a decade before Beeching - rumours abounded that the entire network might be at risk of closure. In the event the loss of the Ventnor West branch in 1952 would be the first of several routes to be axed over the next few years, with around two thirds of the Island''s network having closed by the end of the decade. Further closures would of course follow in the 1960s. In the meantime, the pages of the Isle of Wight County Press abounded with proposals for how the Island''s antiquated railways could be saved, revitalised and modernized - all of them doomed to failure and one so bizarre it was described as like ''something from H. G. Wells.''In this book, the author provides an overview of the Isle of Wight''s railways during the 1950s. Were the closures inevitable and what were the arguments for and against? This fascinating survey of the Isle of Wight''s railways in their post war heyday contains around 130 photographs, many of them previously unpublished.

    15 in stock

    £15.26

  • How to Talk Proper in Liverpool Lern Yerself

    Scouse Press How to Talk Proper in Liverpool Lern Yerself

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    £6.17

  • She Wants You Gone

    Canelo She Wants You Gone

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisBex has the perfect stepdaughter. Only she knows something is very wrong. When the new family moves to the remote Suffolk countryside, danger threatens in this twisty, atmospheric psych thriller.

    15 in stock

    £9.49

  • The Bookshop The Draper The Candlestick Maker

    Profile Books Ltd The Bookshop The Draper The Candlestick Maker

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis'Impeccably researched and searingly nostalgic, The Bookshop, The Draper, The Candlestick Maker whisks us back to medieval days' DAILY MAIL'The queen of food historians' LUCY WORSLEY'A rich, lively and nostalgia-provoking sensory experience ... this is history in its messiest, most bustling human essence' THE TIMES'Annie Gray's fascinating history of a British institution in crisis illuminates and entertains' GREG JENNER'Properly immersive, full of juicy sensory detail - Annie Gray's romp down British high streets through the centuries is a blast' TESSA BOASEBustling with rich detail, historical vignettes and surprising wares, this is the story of Britain's best-loved but ever-changing public spaces. What makes a high street? It's certainly not just about the shopping; these thoroughfares are often the beating heart of our towns and cities and, by extension, of the people who use them. As spaces where local life and culture unfolds, our high streets can be playgrounds of personal indulgence and community spirit, or sites of contentious debate and politicking. Historian Annie Gray takes us down the street and through the ages, from medieval marketplaces to the purpose-built concrete precincts of the twentieth century. Peeping through the windows of tailors, tearooms and grocers, we explore everything from the toyshops of yesteryear - where curiosities were sold for adults, not children - to the birth of brands we shop at today. Vibrant and enticing, The Bookshop, The Draper, The Candlestick Maker is an essential reflection on how we shopped and lived in days gone by - and what the future may bring.

    15 in stock

    £10.44

  • Bradwells Histories: Bess of Hardwick

    Bradwell Books Bradwells Histories: Bess of Hardwick

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £6.23

  • Dartmoor 365: An exploration of every one of the

    Curlew Publications Dartmoor 365: An exploration of every one of the

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £12.99

  • Gritstone Publishing The Yorkshire Coast

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £14.24

  • London's Hidden Walks Volume 1: 1

    Metro Publications Ltd London's Hidden Walks Volume 1: 1

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe best-selling London's Hidden Walks Volume 1 is back, in a new and updated third edition! Following any of the 12 walks featured in the book will allow the reader to walk in the footsteps of authors and statesmen, murderers and revolutionaries. It has proved a great success with all those who enjoy exploring London.

    15 in stock

    £10.79

  • Greyfriars Bobby

    The Gresham Publishing Co. Ltd Greyfriars Bobby

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis is the charming story, based on fact, of the love of a Skye terrier called Bobby for his master in nineteenth-century Edinburgh. Bobby and his master 'Auld Jock', a Pentland Hills farmer, were inseparable and for fourteen years after Auld Jock's death little Bobby made his home near the old man's grave in the cemetery in Greyfriars Kirkyard. He was loved and cared for by the local people who were touched by the bond between the dog and his master. A life-size statue of Bobby still stands in Edinburgh, commemorating his devotion and loyalty near Greyfriars.

    15 in stock

    £6.23

  • Cider with Rosie

    Vintage Publishing Cider with Rosie

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisLaurie Lee was born in Stroud, Gloucestershire, in 1914, and was educated at Slad village school and Stroud Central School. At the age on nineteen he walked to London and then travelled on foot through Spain, as described in his book As I Walked Out One Midsummer Morning. In 1950 he married Catherine Polge and they had one daughter. Cider With Rosie (1959) has sold over six million copies worldwide, and was followed by two other volumes of autobiography: As I Walked Out One Midsummer Morning (1969) and A Moment of War (1991). Laurie Lee also published four collections of poems, The Sun My Monument (1944), The Bloom of Candles (1947), My Many-Coated Man (1955) and Packet Poems (1960) as well as The Voyage of Magellan (1948), a verse play for radio, A Rose for Winter (1955), which records his travels in Andalusia, The Firstborn (1964), I Can't Stay Long (1975), a collection of his writing, and Two Women (1983). Laurie Lee died in May 1997.Trade ReviewUtterly captivating * Four Shires *A classic of English literature * Good Book Guide *[Laurie Lee] froze a moment in time for us. You don’t forget the language and he is wonderful at detail -- Michael Morpurgo * Daily Express *Evocative memoir. * RTE Guide *So convincing and atmospheric… This magical book will captivate you with its richly painted images * Woman's Weekly *

    5 in stock

    £8.49

  • The Boroughs of London

    Batsford The Boroughs of London

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis A stylish collection of beautifully designed maps of each individual London borough, paired with quirky and fascinating facts about what you'll find there. Cartographer and illustrator Mike Hall is renowned for his retro-themed print collection of boldly coloured, highly detailed maps of every London borough, inspired by classic 1960s graphic design. Published to coincide with the 60th anniversary of the boroughs' establishment, The Boroughs of London brings together all of Mike's London maps in one elegant volume to pore over. But that's not all: alongside the maps is a wealth of authoritative but chatty commentary on each borough from Matt Brown, author of many Batsford books and acknowledged London expert. Packed with interesting facts, anecdotes and trivia, the book provides an introduction to each borough and its constituent neighbourhoods, as well as coverage of ten key places of interest per borough, including historic buildings, monuments, squares, parks and street markets, accompanied by quirky illustrations. It all adds up to a fascinating snapshot of the borough's rich history and present-day diversity and culture. From well-known, much-visited central London boroughs like Westminster and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea to less famous, further-flung suburban areas such as Bexley and Hillingdon, this book provides endless revelations about one of the greatest cities of the world, borough by borough. It's the perfect book for London-dwellers, London visitors and London obsessives, history fans, cartophiles and graphic design aficionados. Readers will want to visit every borough!

    10 in stock

    £24.00

  • ESSEX HUNDRED PUBLICATIONS The Parts of Essex Now in London

    15 in stock

    a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • The Fens: Discovering England's Ancient Depths

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Fens: Discovering England's Ancient Depths

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week. 'Francis Pryor brings the magic of the Fens to life in a deeply personal and utterly enthralling way' TONY ROBINSON. 'Pryor feels the land rather than simply knowing it' GUARDIAN. Inland from the Wash, on England's eastern cost, crisscrossed by substantial rivers and punctuated by soaring church spires, are the low-lying, marshy and mysterious Fens. Formed by marine and freshwater flooding, and historically wealthy owing to the fertility of their soils, the Fens of Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire are one of the most distinctive, neglected and extraordinary regions of England. Francis Pryor has the most intimate of connections with this landscape. For some forty years he has dug its soils as a working archaeologist – making ground-breaking discoveries about the nature of prehistoric settlement in the area – and raising sheep in the flower-growing country between Spalding and Wisbech. In The Fens, he counterpoints the history of the Fenland landscape and its transformation – from Bronze age field systems to Iron Age hillforts; from the rise of prosperous towns such as King's Lynn, Ely and Cambridge to the ambitious drainage projects that created the Old and New Bedford Rivers – with the story of his own discovery of it as an archaeologist. Affectionate, richly informative and deftly executed, The Fens weaves together strands of archaeology, history and personal experience into a satisfying narrative portrait of a complex and threatened landscape.Trade ReviewFrancis Pryor traces the area's history and his own relationship with it, which stretches back more than 40 years * Radio Times *A fascinating account of a complex landscape by archaeologist Francis Pryor who has dug and worked its soil for almost 40 years. Weaving together strands of archaeology, history and personal experience, he paints an intimate portrait of the East of England's marshy and mysterious Fens * East Anglian Daily Times *[Francis Pryor's] enthusiasm is infectious, whether he's glimpsing Ely cathedral from a train, coming across John Clare's grave or counting the bricks of Tattershall Castle * Spectator *An elegant account of a region that, as [Francis Pryor] puts it, "has inhabited my soul" * History Revealed *Pryor always writes well and entertainingly, and in The Fens he has created what should become one of his most lasting works, a personal, archaeological celebration of a region where he has family roots and where he conducted a lifetime's fieldwork * British Archaeology *A heartfelt love story to the fens: a testament to their deep past as well as a concern for their ecological future * BBC Countryfile *Literally hands-on history – a deeply felt discovery of half a million underestimated acres from Lincolnshire to Suffolk... The Fens retains much of its brooding, enigmatic character and those who wish to understand its unique importance can now call on an articulate and avuncular guide' * Country Life *[Francis Pryor] interweaves his own personal experiences, the graft and grime of the dig and lyrical evocations of place, offering a unique portrait of a sometimes neglected but remarkable area of England * Countryside *A wonderful journey into the history and archaeology of an East Anglian landscape * Eastern Daily Press Norfolk. *An immersive journey through the landscape, saturated with local history and personal insight... It will inspire you to explore the locations on foot' * Country Walking. *Part history, part memoir, it brings the riches of the Fens to the surface and shines a light on this much misunderstood corner of the country * Waterways World *Extremely erudite, with a deep love for and understanding of the flat landscapes of Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire (where he has lived for many years), this is the bronze and iron ages brought vividly to life -- Jo Henry, BookBrunch

    15 in stock

    £9.49

  • Hampstead Heath: The Walker's Guide

    David McDowall Hampstead Heath: The Walker's Guide

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis is the third revised edition of the same title, by David McDowall & Deborah Wolton, originally approving in 1998. It contains ten walks which thoroughly explore all of Hampstead Heath, looking at the history and ecology of the landscape.

    15 in stock

    £11.99

  • The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Lincolnshire

    15 in stock

    a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • The Fields Beneath

    Eland Publishing Ltd The Fields Beneath

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA masterpiece of local history, by the Queen of the genre; Gillian Tindall has acquired a devoted readership through her lovingly researched works, such as the prize-winning "The House" by the Thames and "Celestine: Voices from a French Village". A journey through time: from a scattering of cottages along a pre-roman horse track, to a medieval parish and staging post for travellers, onwards into a prosperous Tudor village favoured by gentlemen for their country seats and an 18th century resort of pleasure gardens eventually transformed by a warren of railway lines into a thickly populated working-class district. Fragments of this past can still be found by the observant eye. This is one of a precious handful of books (such as Montaillou and Akenfield) that in their precise examination of a particular locality open our understanding of the universal themes of the past. In this case it is Kentish Town in London that reveals its complex secrets to us, through the resurrection of its now buried rivers and wells, coaching house, landlords, traders, and simple tennants.

    15 in stock

    £13.49

  • Glasgow Green 1894: Lanarkshire Sheet 6.15a

    Alan Godfrey Maps Glasgow Green 1894: Lanarkshire Sheet 6.15a

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    15 in stock

    £5.52

  • The West Yorkshire Woods Part I: The Calder

    Gritstone Publishing The West Yorkshire Woods Part I: The Calder

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £12.34

  • AZ Manchester Hidden Walks

    HarperCollins Publishers AZ Manchester Hidden Walks

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover hidden gems around Manchester with 20 walking routes. Featuring 20 walks in and around the city, including lesser-known circuits and details on popular walks. Accompanied by guided walking instructions and written by a local expert, A-Z Manchester Hidden Walks is the perfect way to explore the city in a new light.

    10 in stock

    £6.99

  • Bamburgh Seahouses and the Farne Islands Guide

    Sanderson Books Limited Bamburgh Seahouses and the Farne Islands Guide

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £6.78

  • Kilkenny: City of Heritage

    Wordwell Kilkenny: City of Heritage

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    15 in stock

    £16.99

  • Mons Meg: a symbol of Scotland

    Stenlake Publishing Mons Meg: a symbol of Scotland

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £11.35

  • Walking Oxford

    Metro Publications Ltd Walking Oxford

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe eight walks in this book look beyond Oxford’s famous dreaming spires to uncover a diverse story of millstreams and medieval lanes, breweries and jam factories, social housing and grand suburbs, religion and science. As well as including the many colleges and majestic University buildings, the walks explore the particular circumstances of the areas they cover and tell the stories of the extraordinary people who shaped Oxford’s history – and often that of the world beyond • 8 illustrated walks • details on the best cafés & pubs • information on local attractions, museums and galleries • maps – to help you navigateTable of Contents1. North of the High: from medieval to moderne 2. South of the Broad: town & gown 3. East of St Giles': from religion to reason & back again 4. Four Colleges & a Cathedral 5. West of Carfax: industry & reform 6. Jericho: work & welfare 7. North Oxford: a new suburb & its women pioneers 8. Along the Thames: power & pleasure

    15 in stock

    £10.79

  • Thames Mudlarking: Searching for London's Lost

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Thames Mudlarking: Searching for London's Lost

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated introduction to mudlarking which tells the incredible, forgotten history of London through objects found on the foreshore of the River Thames. Often seen combing the shoreline of the River Thames at low tide, groups of archaeology enthusiasts known as ‘mudlarks’ continue a tradition that dates back to the eighteenth century. Over the years they have found a vast array of historical artefacts providing glimpses into the city’s past. Objects lost or discarded centuries ago – from ancient river offerings such as the Battersea Shield and Waterloo Helmet, to seventeenth-century trade tokens and even medals for bravery – have been discovered in the river. This book explores a fascinating assortment of finds from prehistoric to modern times, which collectively tell the rich and illustrious story of London and its inhabitants - illustrated with and array of photographs taken of the items in situ in the mud and gravel of the Thames estuary, at the same time both gritty and glimmering.Trade ReviewA bite-sized and accessible social history with a clear reverence for the mudlarks who have helped to paint a more intimate picture of the city’s past. * Apollo Magazine *Organized chronologically, the book is packed with over 150 color photos of the historical artifacts found by London mudlarks. These objects recovered from the river tell the story of London and its inhabitants over the past 2,000 years, each adding a new perspective to the history of London. It's a beautiful visual history of London, and a fun read. * Beachcombing Magazine *Thames Mudlarking gives a great insight into the vast range of everyday items that can be recovered from the Thames foreshore. From Stone Age to Victorian, Londoners have lost or discarded a fascinating array of artefacts. Modern day erosion now threatens their survival. The book relates how ordinary people can get 'hands on' with history in the muddy bed of the Thames. * Ian Smith, Chair of The Society of Thames Mudlarks *"Good things come in small packages," as is often said, and with this book, they certainly do! No 'history lovers' bookshelf should be without it. Veritably crammed with facts and quality illustrations which take the reader through an exciting experience of 'time travel' via artefacts discovered in and alongside one of the most famous cities and rivers in the world. * Julian Evan-Hart, Editor, Treasure Hunting Magazine *I've stopped searching... this new book is indeed a treasure. Anyone who loves a bit of history, a good story and not afraid to get muddy, this book is for you! * Jeannine Saba, Editor, The Covent Gardener Magazine *This is a book that informs, inspires and – most importantly -- makes you want to train your eyes to see the treasures that lie below your feet. Reading this book will make you breathless to begin your exploration. It also teaches how to treasure hunt responsibly and reminds that what you find you share. * Dan Cruickshank *Table of ContentsIntroduction: Mudlarking Megalodons, Woolly Rhinos and Flint Tools Rituals and Votive Offerings Vanity and Sex Zoomorphic Art and Viking Attacks Pilgrims, Knights and Betrayal Opulence and Witchcraft War, Fire and Love Death and Decadence Empire and Invention Keep Calm and Carry On Eternal River Liquid History Places to Visit Further Reading Index

    15 in stock

    £9.49

  • Going Underground Edinburgh

    Amberley Publishing Going Underground Edinburgh

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of the underground world and its history beneath the surface of Edinburgh.Trade Review'Going Underground: Edinburgh is a fascinating tour of the subterranean secrets of our historic city.' -- Edinburgh Life Magazine, November/ December 2023

    10 in stock

    £14.39

  • An Eccentric Tour of Sussex

    Snake River Press Ltd An Eccentric Tour of Sussex

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisTakes you on a sideways journey across the county to weird, wacky and wonderful destinations. This book showcases 20 classically bizarre Sussex venues, (and a few strange minor ones) and reveals quirky churches, bizarre tombs, extraordinary buildings, strange festivals, and whimsical follies. It is aimed at the connoisseur of the peculiar.

    5 in stock

    £8.54

  • The England Coast Path - Book 2: The South West

    Gritstone Publishing The England Coast Path - Book 2: The South West

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisGuidebook to walking the whole of the England Coast Path from the River Exe to the River Severn, covering the coastlines of Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Avon.

    10 in stock

    £15.19

  • Scotland in Photographs

    Amberley Publishing Scotland in Photographs

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA stunning collection of images showcasing Scotland in all its glory.Trade Review‘This fine collection of photographs from Shahbaz captures perfectly the unique visual gifts of my homeland, and makes my heart ache to return home and reacquaint myself with these special places.’ -- Brian Cox

    10 in stock

    £16.19

  • The History Press Ltd The Little Book of the Isle of Wight

    3 in stock

    a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

    3 in stock

    £11.69

  • The History Press Ltd Grimsby

    10 in stock

    a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

    10 in stock

    £14.39

  • London: The Great Transformation 1860–1920

    Atlantic Publishing, Croxley Green London: The Great Transformation 1860–1920

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £40.00

  • Haunted St Ives

    The History Press Ltd Haunted St Ives

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe town has long been associated with a strong haunted heritage and reputation. Incredibly the local authorities still employed a professional ghost-layer right up until about 150 years ago, long after most other local towns had dispensed with the services of such dubious characters! Anyone interested in the supernatural history of this area will be fascinated in this phenomenal gathering of ghostly goings-on.

    10 in stock

    £12.34

  • The Anthology of Irish Folk Tales

    The History Press Ltd The Anthology of Irish Folk Tales

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe best tales from around the country, chosen from our popular series of Folk Tales

    7 in stock

    £13.49

  • The History Press Ltd Cleethorpes

    7 in stock

    a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

    7 in stock

    £14.39

  • Birthplace of Dreams

    Amberley Publishing Birthplace of Dreams

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA photographic exploration of the birthplace of the Brontë family in Thornton, near Bradford, West Yorkshire, as well as the surrounding area which provided the backdrop to the formative years of Charlotte, Emily and Anne.

    7 in stock

    £14.39

  • Aintree 1906 Lancashire Sheet 9911 Old OS Maps of

    Alan Godfrey Maps Aintree 1906 Lancashire Sheet 9911 Old OS Maps of

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £5.91

  • Lern Yerself Scouse or  The ABZ of Scouse

    Scouse Press Lern Yerself Scouse or The ABZ of Scouse

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £6.17

  • Londontown

    Chronicle Books Londontown

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisLondontown is a love letter in pictures to this bustling world capital. Photographer Susannah Conway takes us beyond the familiar sights to capture an authentic local experience of the city. Readers will travel with her as she crisscrosses London, shooting all the hippest, most exciting, and most historic neighborhoods, and sampling the city''s effortless cool, vibrant street life, and timeless know-how. Mixing signature Polaroid shots with modern digital photos, this insider''s slice of London life will appeal both to those living half a mile from Big Ben and Anglophiles anywhere.

    7 in stock

    £9.49

  • The Anthology of English Folk Tales

    The History Press Ltd The Anthology of English Folk Tales

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe best tales from around the country, chosen from our popular series of Folk Tales

    4 in stock

    £13.49

  • Anglesey Naturewatch

    Amberley Publishing Anglesey Naturewatch

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated guide to the wildlife, landscape and nature reserves of Anglesey. Will appeal to all those interested in the wildlife and natural history of the island.

    7 in stock

    £15.29

  • Whitby in 50 Buildings

    Amberley Publishing Whitby in 50 Buildings

    7 in stock

    Crowds of visitors flock to Whitby to explore the ancient abbey, walk the narrow streets, pass Captain Cook’s home and see the replica of his ship Endeavour, but the history of Whitby is much richer, as revealed in this tour of its significant, interesting and unusual buildings. After the Dissolution of the Monasteries the Cholmley family took over much of the abbey’s lands, building a grand home and developing the port and local industries. Whitby became one of the busiest ports in the land and magnificent Georgian buildings testify to the wealth brought into the town, not least through whale hunting. Other grand buildings of this time were constructed on wealth from the elsewhere, including slave plantations in the Caribbean. The town has also preserved the more modest homes of sailors and fishermen, including charitable housing, and the continuing connection with the sea is also represented by lighthouses, the foghorn station and lifeboat stations. More recently Whitby has become a holiday destination, with Victorian and more recent hotels, cinemas and a lido built for the use of visitors and local inhabitants. Whitby in 50 Buildings explores the history of this fascinating Yorkshire coastal resort through a selection of its most interesting buildings and structures, showing the changes that have taken place over the years. The book will appeal to all those who live in Whitby or who know it well.

    7 in stock

    £14.39

  • The Salt Roads: How Fish Made a Culture

    Birlinn General The Salt Roads: How Fish Made a Culture

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis is the extraordinary story of how salt fish from Shetland became one of the staple foods of Europe, powered an economic boom and inspired artists, writers and musicians. It ranges from the wild waters of the North Atlantic, the ice-filled fjords of Greenland and the remote islands of Faroe to the dining tables of London’s middle classes, the bacalao restaurants of Spain and the Jewish shtetls of Eastern Europe. As well as following the historical thread and exploring how very different cultures were drawn together by the salt fish trade, John Goodlad meets those whose lives revolve around the industry in the twenty-first century and addresses today’s pressing themes of sustainability, climate change and food choices.Trade Review'As bright and illuminating as the fish that are the subject of his writing, John Goodlad casts a sweeping eye over the North Atlantic fishing industry in the pages of this richly informative book' -- Donald S. Murray, author of The Guga Hunters'In his fascinating account of the part played by [The Shetland Islands and the Faroes] in the harvesting of cod and herring from the North Atlantic, John Goodlad raises vital questions about the world's food supplies' -- David Abulafia * The Spectator *'Tells the extraordinary story of how salt fish from the isles became one of the staple foods on the Continent' -- Hans J Marter * Shetland News *'John Goodlad's approach to the story of salt fish and Shetland feels rather like a masterclass in how to make history approachable, accessible, readable and entertaining' -- Ken Lussey * Undiscovered Scotland *'The Salt Roads is a valuable reminder of a forgotten time... it should be required reading for anyone who still thinks of Shetland as a remote, marginal outpost' * The Herald *'The book takes the reader to the wild waters of the North Atlantic and tells the story of how over the centuries the Shetland fishing industry not only inspired and affected the islands’ culture, but also shaped people far beyond its shores' * Dundee Courier *'This intriguing non-fiction title examines the economic boom of Shetland's salt fish trade' * Scots Magazine *'The Salt Roads is history, action on the high seas, personal memoir, folk tales and philology. It is an articulate expression of Shetland, which helps to explain how much the western islands can still learn from our can-do friends in the north' -- Roger Hutchinson * West Highland Free Press *'a gripping insight into life on the edge' * The Tablet, Summer Reading Roundup *'an extremely readable account of the Shetland cod fishery. Here you feel the wind, taste the salt: a quiet triumph' -- Alexander McCall Smith * New Statesman *

    7 in stock

    £9.49

  • Borders Witch Hunt: The Story of the 17th Century

    Luath Press Ltd Borders Witch Hunt: The Story of the 17th Century

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe book provides an overview and analysis of the witch trials in the Scottish Borders in the 17th century. The 17th century was a time of upheaval in Scottish and British history, with a civil war, the abolition of the monarchy, the plague and the reformation all influencing the social context at the time. This book explores the social, political, geographical, religious and legal structures that led to the increased amount of witch trials and executions in the Scottish Borders. As well as looking at specific trials the book also explores the role of women, both as accuser and as accused.Trade Review‘She takes an interesting and holistic view of this turbulent time in Scottish history. A fascinating read.’ – KENNY SMITH‘It’s a particularly juicy bite of Scottish social history.’ – SCOTLAND MAGAZINE

    5 in stock

    £8.54

  • The Little History of Nottinghamshire

    The History Press Ltd The Little History of Nottinghamshire

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom prehistory to present times, Nottinghamshire has seen Romans, marauding Danes, barons, rebel armies, kings, radicals and industrialists. Robin Hood, the mad, bad and dangerous to know' poet Lord Byron, Scrooby's Pilgrim Fathers, four regicides, Jesse Boot the chemist, D.H. Lawrence, and the composer of the Dam Busters March all lived here.

    7 in stock

    £13.49

  • The Dark Side of the Dales

    Mark Bridgeman The Dark Side of the Dales

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £9.49

  • Salacious Sussex Sussex Guide

    Snake River Press Ltd Salacious Sussex Sussex Guide

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisSalacious means salty. It seemed the appropriate word to use for an invigorating gallop alongside the fast-and - loose livers of the Sussex-by-the-Sea. This title is divided into five themed chapters, each covering a different kind of scandal from hanky panky to murder via chicanery and shenanigans, with a detour into lechery and satanism.

    5 in stock

    £8.54

  • The Folk-lore of Herefordshire

    Fircone Books Ltd The Folk-lore of Herefordshire

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £14.25

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