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The thirty-three cases in this excellent book give a unique and fascinating insight into life in the Victorian period, in Liverpool and beyond.

Outlines changes in the landscape and the impact of humans over 10,000 years. Describes the vegetation and plant communities found today. Details the distribution in North Lancashire of over 2000 species with reference to their Wider distribution and ecology.

A unique and engaging book about the farms and farming communities of Brinscall near Chorley, Lancashire, that were broken apart in the name of progress. It takes the reader back in time, on a journey into the forgotten lives of Lancashire's lost hill-farming communities.

A readable historical account of each of the modern Olympics since 1896, with special reference to British involvement and to British gold medallists.

This excellent little book is a wonderful introduction to the story of the trial of the witches of Pendle in 1612. In a very lively and readable style, Christine Goodier provides a who's who of the events, as well as an interesting angle on the trials themselves.

This unique book celebrates the inspirational Yorkshire men and women who are the best in their chosen field - actors, politicians, athletes, writers, musicians, historians, educators and medics.

A wonderfully readable, comprehensive account, from Roman times right up to date, beautifully illlustrated with a wide range of images.

Great Liverpudlians takes the reader on a wonderfully enjoyable journey through the city's past, introducing us to an array of colourful characters and the part they each played in shaping the city.

Dr Anthea Jones describes Cheltenham's varied and unique journey from market town to booming spa, followed by the arrival of industry and suburban expansion, right up to today's tourist hotspot that benefits from a varied economic base and a wide social mix. A major new book.

Fran Randle, Bill Shankly, Violet Carson, Les Dawson, Gracie Fields, as well as tacklers, overlookers, weavers and other mill workers, were interviewed for this gem of a book. A tackler comes to Oldham, in the pouring rain, and knocks on a door. Landlady opens the door and says, `Yes?' `Can I stay here for t'week?' `Aye,' says the landlady, `you can, but you'll get dam'd wet!' This is a classic example of a tackler's tale a story of gormlessness, delivered with a straight face. All of old Lancashire is covered, including Manchester and Liverpool, and former Daily Express columnist Geoffrey Mather reveals a great talent for amusing observation and wry comment. The result is an un-put-downable, rib-tickling collection of stories, recollections and commentary by the author on what it means to be a Lancastrian, then and now.

The mountain landforms of the English Lake District are described and explained by a lively text that is beautifully complemented by colourful line diagrams and superb photographs.

Haworth parsonage and village will forever be linked inextricably with one nineteenth-century literary family. For it was here, in 1821, that Patrick Bront, an Irish Anglican clergyman, came from Thornton to be curate. This book tells the whole story of the Haworth district from the early Mesolithic onwards. It also features many old photographs.

Includes over 250 contemporary illustrations of theatres, actors, playbills and productions that help evoke the dramatic atmosphere of a period in which the lavish was expected - including erupting volcanoes, one performance with a cast of 650, and a reconstruction of Henley Regatta, complete with real boats and 200 tons of water.

Traces the records of inns and pubs that have served the town of Lancaster over the centuries. This book paints a picture of inn life, touching on different aspects, including brewing, publicans, food, prostitution, famous visitors and inn names, and provides a gazetteer of Lancaster inns.

Cunswick Scar and Scout Scar are sites of special scientific interest and of European importance for wildlife. The National Trust locations of Helsington Barrows and Brigsteer Park are habitats offering a rich diversity of birds, butterflies and flora. This book presents a detailed portrait of a landscape.

A book about a major British river - Ribble, which looks at the natural environment over time, and how humans have modelled the history and ecology of the region.

This fascinating volume takes a look at aspects of Manchester's history in the centuries before its industrial heyday.

Perhaps better than any other city, Manchester illustrates the historical relationship between the growth of science and the growth of industry - a relationship which is topical now, as it has been for two centuries. This book presents an overview of the north west's important place in the history of scientific, technological and medical advances.

Preston was no ordinary town during the nineteenth century. While king cotton reigned supreme throughout Lancashire, the underlying ills associated with this industry were very often highlighted particularly starkly there. This book presents an indictment of the industrial system that caused such suffering to Preston's cotton 'martyrs'.

In November 2005, a massive stone bearing the image of a triumphant horseman and his fallen foe was discovered in the County of Lancashire. This illustrated volume attempts to tell the stone's story, and in doing so aims to unravel some of the mysteries surrounding Insus, son of Vodullus.

Peter Kennerley's lively account of the work of a true master of liturgy is set in the context of the story of the cathedral itself, to create this highly readable, beautifully illustrated and fascinating volume.

This is a complete guide to exploring the natural history of Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside, fully illustrated in full colour throughout, by a range of expert contributors.

Provides an analysis of British rivers, exploring the physical formation of rivers; the characteristics of environments; analysis of the social, economic, and cultural uses and associations of rivers; and examination of the problems of river management. This book is illustrated, and includes an appendix of key facts about British rivers.