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Shapwick & Winscombe: Contrasting Communities in the Somerset Landscape
Mick Aston 978 1 911592 12 9 In Shapwick & Winscombe, the late Mick Aston tells about work on two Somerset parishes: Shapwick, on which he was engaged for ten years; and Winscombe. Shapwick was historically a classic example of a closed settlement, dominated by one or two landlords; Winscombe of the open kind, enjoying relative freedom. But despite these contrasts, there were great simila...More Info
Kilvert's Diary
“The Diary, which paints a unique picture of country life in mid-Victorian times, has come to be recognised as a minor classic; its author has been compared to Dorothy Wordsworth, whom he admired, and even Pepys.” – William Plomer “The best picture of quiet vicarage life in Victorian England that has yet been given us.” – John Betjeman The diaries of Robert Francis Kilvert (1840-...More Info
Visit Britain's Seaside Piers
Discover the charm and history of Britain’s iconic seaside piers with Visit Britain’s Seaside Piers – the ultimate guidebook and logbook for pier enthusiasts! With detailed coverage of all 61 classic seaside piers across England, Wales and Scotland, this guidebook also includes a useful overview of pier architecture and history throughout the UK. From the bustling entertainment of Brighto...More Info
Cambridgeshire (The King's England)
Arthur Mee's classic pre-WW2 guide to the region's settlements including churches and castles and other historic places – 'The country of the fens' – with 150 places and 106 pictures.
Cornwall (The King's England)
Arthur Mee's classic pre-WW2 guide to the region's settlements including churches and castles and other historic places – 'England's farthest south' – with 250 places and 173 pictures.