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Kategoriename: Local History/Interest:England - Surrey
Kategoriebeschreibung: PLEASE NOTE: As a small independent book seller I cannot carry more than a couple of copies of most titles. Please check before ordering that the title you require is still in stock. Most out of stock titles can usually be obtained from publishers within a few days at most.

Artikelname: Around Cranleigh
Artikelbeschreibung:

This book offers glimpses into the past of a rural community that many believe to be the largest village in England. Using around 180 old photographs drawn mainly from the author's extensive personal collection, together with examples from other local sources, the book illustrates in vivid style some of the changes that have taken place in the everyday lives of its people and the people of the surrounding communities.Many of the images record the period between the turn of the twentieth century and World War I, but the record goes back as far as the 1870s.This volume will be treasured by all who know Cranleigh and would enjoy a nostalgic look at its recent past.

Artikelname: Roman Roads of Surrey
Artikelbeschreibung:

There is a wide spread fascination about Roman Roads and their locations. These books reveal their stories in their areas, with the aid of many photographs and maps from the past. The detailed text is of particular value to ramblers and motorists seeking to broaden their knowledge of the subject.

Artikelname: Roman Roads of Sussex
Artikelbeschreibung:

There is a wide spread fascination about Roman Roads and their locations. These books reveal their stories in their areas, with the aid of many photographs and maps from the past. The detailed text is of particular value to ramblers and motorists seeking to broaden their knowledge of the subject.

Artikelname: Surrey Home Guard
Artikelbeschreibung:

These detailed accounts start with the ill-equipped Local Defence Volunteers wearing armbands and goes on to chronicle the development of a well trained force of observers and defenders, that used sophisticated weapons and techniques. The social and humorous events are described along with the complexities of training and some surprising activity on horseback.