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York Through the Lens of The Press
by Paul Chrystal
The Yorkshire Evening Press, known today as The Press, has been the beating heart of life in York since 1882.
Through the reporting of its journalists and the images captured by its photographers, The Press has witnessed the stories, events and changes in the city.
Now, for the first time, the images in this book – which are unavailable from any other source – are compiled to present a fascinating pictorial history of York.
Many of the images have not been seen since they were first published in the paper, and for that reason they give the reader an opportunity to indulge in some unashamed and untrammelled nostalgia, whatever their age.
Paul Chrystal is the author of around 120 books, many on York and Yorkshire. He is editor of the Yorkshire Archaeological Journal, and his work has appeared in national newspapers and he has contributed to various television and radio shows.
Due October 2022
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Airport Spotting Guides UK & Ireland (2nd Edition)
by Matt Falcus
The complete, revised second edition of one of our most popular books.
Airport Spotting Guides UK & Ireland (2nd Edition) details spotting locations and information for over 100 airports and airfields in the UK and Republic of Ireland.
In this book you’ll find out spotting tips and information for the aviation enthusiast at all of the main airports and major civiliand and military airfields in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, the Republic of Ireland and Channel Islands.
Due November 2022
With maps, directions and public transport information, learn where to watch aircraft, take photographs, which hotels are good for spotting, and what kind of aircraft and airlines you’re likely to see.
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Middlesbrough – A Colourful Past
by Paul Menzies
This lavishly illustrated book looks back at the history of Middlesbrough through an amazing presentation of images, many of which are seen in colour for the very first time.
Local historian and broadcaster Paul Menzies has drawn extensively on his many years of research and long associations with Middlesbrough to produce this array of historic photographs and other memorabilia which are deeply atmospheric and nostalgic.
This book is a landmark in the history of the Teesside region. In it, the rich heritage of Middlesbrough is explored in this fascinating insight into the lives of those who made the town one of the greatest centres of industry and urban life in the country.
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A History of Britain in 100 Objects
by Paul Chrystal
One hundred historically significant objects speak out as emblems of a particular event in Britain’s history – from the earliest fossils and stone tools of our ancient ancestors, to the development of a vaccine for coronavirus; from the Magna Carta which defines our justice system to the iconic red telephone box and BBC microphone.
Fully illustrated with colour images and fascinating insights into each object, this book will show you the history of this ancient country and the objects that made it.
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Scottish Whisky Distilleries
A full colour guide to Scotland’s whisky distilleries across all regions, aimed at whisky fans and the many tourists visiting the country each year.
This book celebrates Scotland’s whisky producing heritage and looks at the current distilleries operating across the country, in the Campbeltown, Highland, Islay, Lowland and Speyside regions.
Each distillery covered in the book features information about its history and important milestones. Each is also illustrated with professional photographs of their buildings, location and bottles.
The distilleries that have visitor centres are covered in detail, with information for visitors on what you can experience.
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Historic Walking Guides Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay, Runswick Bay & Staithes
by Paul Chrystal
Discover the history of Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes on the North Yorkshire Coast through interesting and themed walks, illustrated with maps, pictures and colourful stories.
From the legend of Dracula and the ruinous abbey in Whitby, to the tales of Captain Cook in Staithes and smuggling in Robin Hood’s Bay, this book is the perfect guide to your stay on the North Yorkshire Coast.
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Women of York
by Claire Shaw
Claire Shaw has been seeking out the women of York. The odd plaque on the wall of a significant building gives a tantalising clue from time to time, but now through variety of research to uncover more about the life of the aristocrat Anne Fairfax and the letters of Elizabeth Montagu, Claire has pieced together an overview of the lives of many more women.
Some of these women were extremely talented and deserve to be more well-known than they actually are. The book looks at Cartimandua, queen of Brigantia, which encompasses modern-day York, the lives of Roman women through investigation of their burials, Queen Ethelburga and Elizabeth of York, the Naughty Nuns of the Priory of St Clements, Catholic martyr Margaret Clitherow, persecuted witch Jennet Preston, rebel entrepreneurs Mary Tuke and Mary Ann Craven, secret lovers Anne Lister, Marianna Belcombe and Ann Walker, plus York’s female artists, benefactors, and the last woman to be hanged in York.
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York Through the Lens of The Press
by Paul Chrystal
The Yorkshire Evening Press, known today as The Press, has been the beating heart of life in York since 1882.
Through the reporting of its journalists and the images captured by its photographers, The Press has witnessed the stories, events and changes in the city.
Now, for the first time, the images in this book – which are unavailable from any other source – are compiled to present a fascinating pictorial history of York.
Many of the images have not been seen since they were first published in the paper, and for that reason they give the reader an opportunity to indulge in some unashamed and untrammelled nostalgia, whatever their age.
Paul Chrystal is the author of around 120 books, many on York and Yorkshire. He is editor of the Yorkshire Archaeological Journal, and his work has appeared in national newspapers and he has contributed to various television and radio shows.
Due October 2022
Add to cartQuick View -
Airport Spotting Guides UK & Ireland (2nd Edition)
by Matt Falcus
The complete, revised second edition of one of our most popular books.
Airport Spotting Guides UK & Ireland (2nd Edition) details spotting locations and information for over 100 airports and airfields in the UK and Republic of Ireland.
In this book you’ll find out spotting tips and information for the aviation enthusiast at all of the main airports and major civiliand and military airfields in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, the Republic of Ireland and Channel Islands.
Due November 2022
With maps, directions and public transport information, learn where to watch aircraft, take photographs, which hotels are good for spotting, and what kind of aircraft and airlines you’re likely to see.
Add to cartQuick View -
Middlesbrough – A Colourful Past
by Paul Menzies
This lavishly illustrated book looks back at the history of Middlesbrough through an amazing presentation of images, many of which are seen in colour for the very first time.
Local historian and broadcaster Paul Menzies has drawn extensively on his many years of research and long associations with Middlesbrough to produce this array of historic photographs and other memorabilia which are deeply atmospheric and nostalgic.
This book is a landmark in the history of the Teesside region. In it, the rich heritage of Middlesbrough is explored in this fascinating insight into the lives of those who made the town one of the greatest centres of industry and urban life in the country.
Add to cartQuick View -
A History of Britain in 100 Objects
by Paul Chrystal
One hundred historically significant objects speak out as emblems of a particular event in Britain’s history – from the earliest fossils and stone tools of our ancient ancestors, to the development of a vaccine for coronavirus; from the Magna Carta which defines our justice system to the iconic red telephone box and BBC microphone.
Fully illustrated with colour images and fascinating insights into each object, this book will show you the history of this ancient country and the objects that made it.
Add to cartQuick View -
Scottish Whisky Distilleries
A full colour guide to Scotland’s whisky distilleries across all regions, aimed at whisky fans and the many tourists visiting the country each year.
This book celebrates Scotland’s whisky producing heritage and looks at the current distilleries operating across the country, in the Campbeltown, Highland, Islay, Lowland and Speyside regions.
Each distillery covered in the book features information about its history and important milestones. Each is also illustrated with professional photographs of their buildings, location and bottles.
The distilleries that have visitor centres are covered in detail, with information for visitors on what you can experience.
Add to cartQuick View -
Historic Walking Guides Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay, Runswick Bay & Staithes
by Paul Chrystal
Discover the history of Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes on the North Yorkshire Coast through interesting and themed walks, illustrated with maps, pictures and colourful stories.
From the legend of Dracula and the ruinous abbey in Whitby, to the tales of Captain Cook in Staithes and smuggling in Robin Hood’s Bay, this book is the perfect guide to your stay on the North Yorkshire Coast.
Add to cartQuick View -
Women of York
by Claire Shaw
Claire Shaw has been seeking out the women of York. The odd plaque on the wall of a significant building gives a tantalising clue from time to time, but now through variety of research to uncover more about the life of the aristocrat Anne Fairfax and the letters of Elizabeth Montagu, Claire has pieced together an overview of the lives of many more women.
Some of these women were extremely talented and deserve to be more well-known than they actually are. The book looks at Cartimandua, queen of Brigantia, which encompasses modern-day York, the lives of Roman women through investigation of their burials, Queen Ethelburga and Elizabeth of York, the Naughty Nuns of the Priory of St Clements, Catholic martyr Margaret Clitherow, persecuted witch Jennet Preston, rebel entrepreneurs Mary Tuke and Mary Ann Craven, secret lovers Anne Lister, Marianna Belcombe and Ann Walker, plus York’s female artists, benefactors, and the last woman to be hanged in York.
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