amberley publishing jun 2018 (15 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A guided tour of the historic town of Carlisle, showing how it has changed over the past century and more.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A guided tour of the historic town of Southport, showing how it has changed over the past century and more.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explore the rich history of Manchester with this captivating tour of its central landmarks.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A lonely ruined church, mysterious bumps in a field, or stone walls visible on the shoreline of a reservoir in high summer: all these are signs of settlements abandoned over the years.Over the centuries many villages in Britain have been abandoned. This book describes the natural and man-made causes, from coastal erosion to the closing of old mines. The author puts together a picture of lost villages when they were at their height and the way of life of their people. In each case the process of abandonment is traced in vivid detail. Evidence from archaeology and historical records is summarised, and for more recent settlements the accounts of former residents are quoted.Abandoned Villagesis fully illustrated with photographs of villages before and after they were abandoned. It will inspire readers to visit the sites of abandoned villages, near home perhaps, or as they travel around Britain.This book is part of the Britain's Heritage series, which provides definitive introductions to the riches of Britain's past, and is the perfect way to get acquainted with the nation's abandoned villages in all their variety.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A guided tour of the historic town of Bath, showing how the areas you know and love have changed over the centuries.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Shadow Warriorsis a fascinating look at the women of the UK and US secret service branches during the Second World War. These were women of enormous cunning and strength of will, and many of the Shadow Warriors' stories have remained untold until now. In a dramatically different tale of espionage and conspiracy in the Second World War, this book unveils the history of the courageous women who volunteered to work behind enemy lines in Nazi Occupied Europe.Sent by the United States' OSS and Britain's SOE into Occupied Europe, these brave women wove a web of resistance groups across the continent. So effective did the female agents become in their efforts that the Germans often placed a bounty of a million Francs on the heads of operatives disrupting their troops. Their extraordinary heroism, initiative and resourcefulness contributed to the Allied breakout of the Normandy beachheads and even infiltrated Nazi Germany at the height of the war, into the very heart of Hitler's citadel - Berlin. Young and daring, the female agents accepted that they could be captured, tortured or killed, even as others were always readied to take their place.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A fresh look at the text which introduced for the first time some of the key figures in British myth and legend.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A detailed account of the Royal Marines' contribution to victory at sea during World War II. Military historian Martin Watts chronicles the Royal Marines' vital role in naval operations, their close partnership with the Royal Navy, and their overall impact on the Allied victory.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A nostalgic journey through Cornwall's railway history, showcasing the diverse traction types that once graced the Duchy's rails.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The InterCity 125s were introduced into passenger service from 1976 and instantly revolutionised rail travel. As the world's fastest diesel trains, they heralded significant journey-time reductions, reversing declining demand without requiring the construction of new lines to accommodate them. At each end of the train a sleek 2,250 hp power car with its iconic shape made the 125 an instantly recognisable train, while the distinctive noise produced by the original turbocharger resulted in a train that commanded attention wherever it went. Privatisation saw the 125s refurbished and repainted as they remained at the forefront of their new owners' fleets.125 Group was formed in 1994 by a small group of enthusiasts to provide a focus point for information and news regarding the HST. Since then it has grown into a preservation organisation with over 500 members, restoring and now operating the prototype HST power car No. 41001, owning and operating three Mk 3 coaches and still providing a quality quarterly magazine.With an array of fascinating photographs and insights, 125 Group tells the story of an enduring icon of Britain's railways.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A nostalgic journey through British railway history, showcasing the evolution of coaching stock from the 1960s to the present day.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover the captivating story of Scotland's iconic Bell Rock Lighthouse! This illustrated history delves into the construction, engineering, and human drama behind the world's oldest sea-washed tower. Explore the challenges faced by Robert Stevenson and his team as they built this marvel on the treacherous Inchcape Rock.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This fascinating selection of photographs shows how Oldham has changed and developed over the last hundred and fifty years.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Takes readers around Liverpool's oldest streets, providing insight on their initial development, how they have changed and the construction of notable buildings.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The most accessible popular account of the First World War: 'A worthy counterpoint to Hew Strachan's magisterial three-volume scholarly project' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY.