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“a nonagenarian”

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  • Recollections of Old Liverpool

    by A Nonagenarian ...
    Recollections of a nonagenarian. Describes Liverpool as it was in the 1700s and early 1800s. Amazing eye witness accounts of events told with wit and humour. A delightful read and a must for all lovers of Liverpool and social historians. ... Read more

    $6.99 CAD

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  • The Sheffield Book of Days

    by Margaret Drinkall ...
    Series series Book of Days
    Taking you through the year day by day, The Sheffield Book of Days contains quirky, eccentric, amusing and important events and facts from different periods of history. Events include matters of national importance such as the Coronation of George IV, as well as local incidents such as the Sheffield Outrages and accounts of riots in the town. There are amusing incidents from the local newspaper, ... Read more

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  • Dickens' London

    by Milburg Francisco Mansfield ...
    THIS book is for the lover of Dickens and of London, alike. The former without the memory of the latter would indeed be wanting, and likewise the reverse would be the case. London, its life and its stones, has ever been immortalized by authors and artists, but more than all else, the city has been a part of the very life and inspiration of those who have limned its virtues, its joys, and its ... Read more

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  • Three Men and a Bradshaw

    by John George Freeman ...
    Wryly humorous and quintessentially British, Three Men and a Bradshaw collects the previously unpublished holiday journals of John Freeman, who travelled Britain with his brothers during the 1870s. Each year the trio would settle upon a destination, buy their tickets and set off – armed, of course, with their trusty Bradshaw's Descriptive Railway Hand-book.John's delightful records of their trips ... Read more

    $17.99 CAD

  • Dickens' Dreadful Almanac

    A Terrible Event for Every Day of the Year

    Edited by Cate Ludlow ...
    Under the headings of 'Narrative of Law and Crime' and 'Narrative of Accident and Disaster' may be found an astonishing catalogue of terrible, grisly and most dreadful Victorian events. Fires and railway disasters abound; shipwrecks, floods and 'horrible affairs' leap from every page. Some of the crimes would surprise even the most ardent fan of crime fiction - it is doubtful that so many cases of ... Read more

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  • The English Cricketers’ Trip to Canada and the United States

    by Fred Lillywhite ...
    In 1859, Fred Lillywhite accompanied the twelve top cricketers of the day to Canada and the USA. It was a turning point in the history of the sport – the first overseas cricket tour by an English side.Lillywhite’s account of the trip means that this crucial moment is recorded in detail, from the progress of the matches on the cricket field to the players’ activities off it.This is the original ... Read more

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  • The Great North Road, the Old Mail Road to Scotland: London to York

    by Charles G. Harper ...
    "The Great North Road, the Old Mail Road to Scotland: London to York" by Charles G. Harper is a captivating exploration of one of England's most historic routes. Harper delves into the rich tapestry of history, culture, and geography that defines the Great North Road. Through vivid descriptions and engaging narratives, he brings to life the towns, landmarks, and stories that have shaped this vital ... Read more

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  • The Irish Sketch-Book

    by Thackeray,William Makepeace ...
    William Makepeace Thackeray's The Irish Sketchbook (1843) is a travel book about the author's travels across Ireland in 1842. He depicts the poverty in Ireland prior to the famine and describes the Irish landscape, the towns, and the transportation system at the time, as well as the geographical features of the land. He describes life in Kildare, Wicklow, Cork and other areas. ... Read more

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  • Lord Halifax's Ghost Book

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Mysterious World of Spirits and the Afterlife through Gothic Tales

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    In "Lord Halifax's Ghost Book," Charles Lord Halifax Lindley meticulously explores the intersection of ghostly lore and philosophical inquiry, creating a unique tapestry of narratives that blend reality with the ethereal. Employing a blend of vivid storytelling and reflective prose, Lindley delves into the cultural significance of spectres throughout history, enriching the text with folklore and ... Read more

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  • Crimes of Worcestershire

    by Don Cochrane ...
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  • The Letters by Charles Dickens (Illustrated)

    by Charles Dickens ...
    Series Book 47 - Delphi Parts Edition (Charles Dickens)
    This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘The Letters’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of Charles Dickens’.Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics ... Read more

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