Local history Books
Stenlake Publishing Bygone Old Aberdeen and King Street
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£11.35
Stenlake Publishing Bygone Arbroath
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£11.35
Stenlake Publishing Old Findhorn and Kinloss
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£11.35
Stenlake Publishing Old Fyvie
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£11.35
Stenlake Publishing Old Balmedie and Belhelvie Parish
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£11.35
Stenlake Publishing Memories of Kerry Life in the 70s and early 80s
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£11.35
Stenlake Publishing Port Glasgow Then & Now
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£12.30
Stenlake Publishing Greenock Then and Now
£12.30
Stenlake Publishing Bygone Brechin
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£11.35
Alan Godfrey Maps Cardiff and District 1890: One Inch Sheet 263
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Gateacre 1904: Lancashire Sheet 114.01
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Chadderton 1907: Lancashire Sheet 97.05
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Bootle (North) 1906: Lancashire Sheet 99.14
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Warrington 1905: Lancashire Sheet 116.01
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Garston 1904: Lancashire Sheet 113.12
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£7.06
Alan Godfrey Maps Greenwich 1894: London Sheet 092.2
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£999.99
Alan Godfrey Maps Bristol (St.George) 1902: Gloucestershire Sheet
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Rotherhithe 1867: London Sheet 078.1
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Nottingham (North) 1913: Nottinghamshire Sheet
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Liverpool and The Wirral 1904: One Inch Sheet 096
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Neston and Parkgate 1909: Cheshire Sheet 22.14
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£999.99
Alan Godfrey Maps Liverpool (Dale Street) 1848-64: Liverpool Sheet
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Birmingham and District 1910: One Inch Sheet 168
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Liverpool (Mount Pleasant) 1848: Liverpool Sheet
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Plymouth to Polperro 1894: One Inch Sheet 348
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£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Nottingham NW 1913: Nottinghamshire Sheet 38.13
£6.11
Alan Godfrey Maps Hull (West) 1908: Yorkshire Sheet 240.02
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£6.11
Batsford Ltd Oxford Colleges
Book SynopsisThe University of Oxford offers 800 years of history: its 39 colleges are inextricably linked with the daily life of a busy city with beautiful buildings, cobbled lanes, and turrets and spires. Fully revised for 2019, and with a map to guide visitors, this guide explores each college, detailing the historical and architectural magnificence, and tales of famous men and women who founded them.
£8.04
Luath Press Ltd This City Now: Glasgow and Its Working Class Past
Book SynopsisThis City Now sets out to retrieve the hidden architectural, cultural and historical riches of some of Glasgows working-class districts. Many who enjoy the fruits of Glasgows recent gentrification may be surprised and delighted by the gems which Ian Mitchell has uncovered beyond the usual haunts.Trade ReviewThis book is not only an attempt to reinsert into public consciousness the architectural and cultural delights of Glasgows working-class areas. It also recaptures the social and political history of the working-classes of those districts. Ian Mitchell's affection for his adopted city shines through every page of this book. He has lived in Glasgow exactly the same number of years as I have yet his knowledge and appreciation of the city put me to shame. More importantly the book has inspired me to put on my walking boots and head for Govan Road, Bridgeton Cross and Tollcross Park. I am sure it will have the same effect on many of its readers. From the Foreword by ELEANOR GORDON Professor of Gender and Social History, University of GlasgowTable of ContentsPollokshaws, Govanhill, Gorbals, Govan, Clydebank, Yokerstoun, Partick, Anderston, Maryhill, Possil, Springburn, Dennistoun, Parkhead, Rutherglen and Brigton Cross
£11.69
Pallas Athene Publishers Observations on the River Wye
Book SynopsisThe work that launched the picturesque movement and changed our ways of looking at landscape forever. A witty, elegant, opinionated pilgrimage of taste. Complete with 17 aquatints drawn by William Gilpin as examples of perfected landscape. Introduced by Richard Humphreys, who was Curator of Programme Research at Tate Britain and lead curator of their A Picture of Britain exhibition.
£14.24
Historical Images Ltd Thomas Hanson Town Plan of Birmingham 1778
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£17.99
Historical Images Ltd John Hancox's Map of the Birmingham Canal
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£17.99
Historical Images Ltd Devon 1611 – 1836 – Fold Up Map that features a
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£17.99
Historical Images Ltd A Middlesex 1611 – 1836 – Fold Up Map that
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£17.99
Historical Images Ltd Historical Map of London
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£17.99
Llygad Gwalch Cyf Llandudno Before the Hotels
Book SynopsisThis volume reveals the long and dramatic history of one of Wales''s most popular towns, from the arrival of its first visitors, twelve thousand years ago, until the nineteenth century eviction from their ''tai unnos'' of over a hundred people to make way for hotels and holidaymakers. Reprint; first published in 2007.
£12.00
Llygad Gwalch Cyf Anglesey Then and Now
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£8.57
Llygad Gwalch Cyf A Social History of Llandudno
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£9.36
Nonsuch Publishing Frodsham and Helsby: Pocket Images
Book SynopsisPocket Images Frodsham & Helsby.
£5.99
The History Press Ltd Tyrone Folk Tales
Book SynopsisThe people of Tyrone have the reputation for having 'open hearts and a desire to please' and their folk tales are as varied as their landscape. There are the tales of the amazing feats of the giant Finn McCool and the derring-do of the Red Hand of Ulster as well as the dramatic story of Half-Hung MacNaughton and the hilarious tale of Dixon from Dungannon and his meeting with royalty. All these stories and more are featured in this collection of tales which will take you on an oral tour across the country from the Sperrin Mountains in the west to the flat peatlands of the east.
£11.69
The History Press Ltd Galway Bay Folk Tales
Book SynopsisFrom the saints of the Dark Ages to modern-day sinners, Galway Bay is the source of some of Ireland’s most magical tales. In this book local storyteller Rab Fulton takes the reader through Galway’s past, recalling the myths and legend’s that shaped the area’s history – from the quarrelsome giants who in their rage created the Aran Isles to the corpse that flew through the air at the very first Galway Arts Festival. Also featuring tales of magic swans, miraculous nuns, a city beneath the waves and a cannibal king, this is a great companion for any visit to the county, for fascinating days out and finding exciting treasure on your doorstep.
£11.69
The History Press Ltd Antrim Folk Tales
Book SynopsisCounty Antrim, home to the Giant’s Causeway, has a rich heritage of myths and legends which is uniquely captured in this collection of traditional tales from across the county. Featured here are stories of well-known figures from Irish folklore, including Conal Cearnach, with his association to Dunseverick Castle, and Deirdre of the Sorrows, whose mournful plight is linked to the rock at Ballycastle, known as Carraig Usnach. Here you will also find tales of lesser-known Antrim characters such as the heroic outlaw Naoise O’Haughan and local lad Cosh-a-Day, along with fantastical accounts of mythical creatures, including the mermaid of Portmuck, the banshee of Shane’s Castle, and the ghostly goings-on in Belfast. These stories bring to life the county’s varied landscape, from its lofty mountains to its fertile lowlands and dramatic coastline.
£11.69
The History Press Ltd Kildare Folk Tales
Book SynopsisCounty Kildare abounds in folk tales, myths and legends and a selection of the best, drawn from historical sources and newly recorded local reminiscence, have been brought to life here by professional storyteller Steve Lally. Included in this collection are the exploits of the Wizard Earl of Kildare who lived at Maynooth Castle, the legend of the lonely ‘Pooka Horse’ said to dwell amongst the ruins of Rathcoffey Castle, the story of St Bridgid, the patron saint of County Kildare, and the tale of the time the Devil decided to make a house call. Full of wit and wisdom, these tales tell of the strange and macabre; memories of magic and otherworlds; and proud recollections of county heroes such as Dan Donnelly, Ireland’s first Heavy Weight Boxing Champion. The captivating stories, brought to life with unique illustrations from the author, will be enjoyed by readers time and again.
£11.69
The History Press Ltd Derry Folk Tales
Book SynopsisThis lively and entertaining collection of folk tales from the County Derry is rich in stories both tall and true, ancient and recent, dark and funny, fantastical and powerful. Here you will find stories of mythical beasts such as the Lig-na-Paiste, banished by St Murrough to Lough Foyle; the dark tales of Abhartach, the Irish Vampire, and the reason a skeleton features of Derry’s coat of arms; the cautionary tale of the man who raised the Devil and who never spoke another word for the rest of his life; and, of course, the legends of the great St Columba, founder of the City of Derry, whose prayer reputedly still protects its inhabitants from ever being struck by lightening. These well-loved and magical stories, retold by professional storyteller Madeline McCully and richly illustrated with enchanting line drawings, are sure to be enjoyed and shared time and again.
£11.69
The History Press Ltd Haunted Donegal
Book SynopsisDonegal (or Dun an nGall in Irish, meaning 'the fort of the stranger') is the name given to the most northerly county in Ireland. Strange things have happened, and continue to happen, in this wild and beautiful place and ghost stories are part of the fabric of life here. This spooky selection features the goblin child of Castlereagh, the Blue Stacks Banshee, the ghostly swans of Burt Castle, the Wraiths and Dunlewy Bridge, the legend of Stumpy's Brae, the Bridgend Poltergeist and many more. Drawing on historical and contemporary sources and including many first-hand experiences and previously unpublished tales, Haunted Donegal will enthrall anyone interested in the unexplained.
£13.49
The History Press Ltd The Ireland Colouring Book: Past and Present
Book SynopsisIreland has charmed visitors for centuries, and this collection of intricate illustrations is a celebration of its unique appeal. Featuring a range of picturesque vistas, from the historic villages of Adare and Claddagh to the bustling streets of Dublin and Belfast, each stunning scene is full of intriguing detail sure to fire the imagination and make you reach for your colouring pencils. There are absolutely no rules – you can choose any combination of colours you like to bring these wonderful images to life. Suitable for children. If you love Ireland, then you will love colouring it in!
£13.49
The Francis Frith Collection Around Penarth: Photographic Memories
Book SynopsisA fascinating collection of 138 black-and-white photographs, 1874- 1965, and two maps portraying various scenes reflecting the changing face of Penarth and the surrounding area over a period of almost a century, with an introduction to the life and work of period-photographer Francis Frith.
£13.50
The Francis Frith Collection Isle Of Wight - A History And Celebration
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£16.15
