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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Rise of the Third Reich is a poignant and powerful portrait of the years 1939 to 1941, which witnessed the march towards the greatest man-made catastrophe the world has ever experienced. The narrative follows events from 3 September 1939, when Britain and France declared war on Germany, to Pearl Harbor and America's declaration of war in December 1941. It is told from the fresh perspective of expatriate Americans caught up in the exploding conflict. Uniquely, the book uses their contemporary accounts, to record a time when British and other nationalities were barred from Nazi-occupied territory, but US citizens could travel and report what they saw. They describe the foreboding, fear and suffering caused by the Nazi invasions. These were years of increasing calls for American intervention, as Britain faced its darkest days, and held off the Luftwaffe in the Battle of Britain, yet remained vulnerable. Meanwhile, European nations fell one after another, and Hitler's power extended from the Mediterranean to the Baltic.Acclaimed historian Robert Lyman brings together a wide range of encounters, conversations and memories. The individuals range across the social spectrum, from the great singer, dancer and activist Josephine Baker to young volunteers in the RAF, such as aces James Goodison, Art Donahue, and the wealthy playboy Billy Fiske - the first American volunteer in the RAF to die in action during the Battle of Britain. The story unfolds as the war drags the whole of Europe and a reluctant United States into the maelstrom.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The decade 2010-19 was a period of change and colour in Reading's bus services. Many routes and liveries changed, not just for Reading Buses but also the other operators that ran longer-distance services into the town. It was a period of expansion as Reading Buses took on the services of other operators in the middle of the decade and new operators appeared in the town - some more enduring than others. In this book author and photographer Julian Walker traces the development of the bus network in Reading, the vehicles being introduced and the changes to the liveries as the decade progressed. Starting with an introduction to the history of Reading Buses prior to 2010, the important 'Premier Routes' concept is also covered. This had been conceived and rolled out during the previous decade to give each main core route its own identity and colour, albeit to a corporate template. It was this that set the scene for the 'change and colour' of the 2010s, as routes changed - or were acquired from other operators - and the style of the branding evolved, with new names, colours and styles being introduced. Each year of the decade is covered separately to give a brief account of how it reflects the changes that were going on at the time. A postscript chapter gives a brief outline of events post-2019, and the future for Reading's buses is considered. This photographic survey of the bus scene in Reading in the decade 2010-2019 will appeal to all those with an interest in the history of road transport in this area.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A nostalgic look at the bus and coach scrapyards of the UK, spanning over seventy years of transport history.What happens to buses and coaches when they reach the end of their service Keith A. Jenkinson explores the world of bus breakers, the unsung heroes of the passenger transport industry. From muddy fields and sledgehammers to concreted yards and mechanical grabs, discover how dismantling processes have evolved over the decades.This book brings back memories of a bygone era, showcasing a selection of previously unpublished images and offering a brief history of bus breakers across the UK.- Explore the evolution of bus scrapping methods.- Discover the key players in the bus breaking industry.- Relive the history of buses and coaches through rare photographs.Perfect for transport enthusiasts and anyone fascinated by the history of the UK bus industry. Why buy now Because it's a unique glimpse into a hidden world of transport history.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In 2011, Devon County Council outlined plans for a rapid-transit-style rail network, the Devon Metro, to be achieved through improvements to services and facilities, including the opening of new stations. As well as the Great Western Railway main line, the five other active branches centred on Exeter would be incorporated into the scheme. At the western end of the county, Plymouth councillors have for some time also been looking at a tram-style Metro for the city, along with a new station for Plympton and the reinstatement of the line to Tavistock and Okehampton.With vibrant images and informative text, this book explores how the Metro plans have developed line by line since 2011 and what might realistically be achieved in the next decade.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Class 43 locomotives were introduced to British Rail from 1976 onwards and eventually numbered 197 in total. In Scotland, they were initially allocated to Craigentinny Depot in Edinburgh and later to Inverness and in recent years to Cadder Depot, near Glasgow. They became known as High Speed Trains, or HSTs, and initially ran on the east coast route between Edinburgh and London King's Cross. In later years, the fleet spread their wings to many other parts of Scotland and even worked charters to Fort William and Stranraer. A number of the locos were also upgraded at Crewe Works in the mid-1990s and re-fitted with Mirrlees Blackstone engines which were more environmentally friendly. This book documents the class from the late 1970s in the BR era through to privatisation and beyond. These locos have performed reliably and worked all over Scotland, and some are now preserved at various heritage lines throughout the United Kingdom. With a wealth of previously unpublished images, this book will delight Scottish rail enthusiasts both young and old. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Isle of Wight has been a popular holiday destination since the Victorian times, with the island known for its mild climate, beautiful scenery and historic connections. It also sits right at the entrance to the important Southampton and Portsmouth docks and because of this, there are a number of impressive castles and fortifications located on the island, including Carisbrooke Castle. Throughout history, the importance of the Isle of Wight has been recognised by invaders and the island was attacked by the Vikings, the Normans, the French and most recently, the Germans during the Second World War. Cowes was the home of Saunders-Roe, the military aircraft and vehicle manufacturer and in the Cold War, the Needles Battery was the testing site for Britain's Blue Streak nuclear deterrent missile This book will be of interest to all those who would like to know more about the Isle of Wight's remarkable military history.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Launched in 1959, the Triumph Herald had instant appeal. Its attractive design by Giovanni Michelotti marked a change of direction for Triumph and the car also featured innovative engineering. Achieving sales of over half a million during its production years, it continues to be widely sought-after today by classic-car enthusiasts. Here the history and development of the Triumph Herald are explored, as well as the various body styles, including saloon, coupé, convertible and estate. Engines and engineering details such as the all-round independent suspension and superbly versatile rack and pinion steering are thoroughly examined. There is also expert hands-on information for those who want to buy and/or restore a Herald, including how to spot a good car and ways of finding genuine or alternative replacement parts.In this book, Triumph enthusiast and expert Colin Lindsay offers a concise and authoritative guide to owning, restoring and driving this ever-popular classic.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - During the 1990s and 2000s the bus and coach scene across the Midlands evolved at a much greater rate to that of the preceding decades. From 1986 the subsidiaries of the National Bus Company were privatized along with several municipally-owned companies across the region, the largest of which was the bus operations of West Midlands PTE. Independent companies came to try their hand by setting up new routes or networks and were joined by some established coach operators wishing to exploit new opportunities. This book looks at numerous coaching operations as they criss-cross this centrally located region, with established National Express services being joined by new ventures such as Stagecoach-owned Megabus. The region largely covers the area once served by Midland Red with many operators, bus types and liveries to be seen along with changing road layouts, bus stations and transport infrastructure. During this period tram systems returned to both Nottingham and Birmingham with bus services altered and adapted. The scenes depicted will show the transition from the post-privatization era to the modern day.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - - Rare and previously unpublished images- Highly respected heritage author - former editor of Old Glory magazine- Reviews in specialist press.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Every year thousands of people visit Hitchin to explore its cobbled streets and its many attractions. A walk around the town reveals its two ancient priories, its historic architecture from medieval times through to the Georgian and Victorian period, and warm community culture, with St Mary's, the largest parish church in Hertfordshire, at its heart. Thirteen or so blue plaques tell of the town's famous residents through the centuries. In this book you will meet groundbreaking Victorian pharmacist William Ransom and explore the town's unique Physic Garden, pioneering surgeon Joseph Lister, the legendary Leonard Cheshire VC and Sue Ryder, and The Prom's own Sir Henry Wood. George Chapman, Hitchin's own 'Shakespeare', appears with his link to John Keats, and Chaucer tells of plague in his Canterbury Tales. You can sing along with Bob Marley and discover a ghostly fish, Buffalo Bill's visit to Hitchin and even Clarissa the Carp! Hitchin invites you to its many celebrations, some held during the town's festival when performances from Shakespeare to comedy and concerts are on offer. There are also arts, crafts, walks and talks and wildlife days, choirs, bands and music sessions, together with picnics and fireworks - not forgetting North Herts Pride Market and ghostly evening goings-on! Why not take home a fragrant souvenir from Hitchin's world-famous Lavender Fields.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Cork is often described as Ireland's southern capital. The city's history goes back to a monastic then Viking settlement in the early mediaeval period to become Ireland's second largest city. During the War of Independence in the early twentieth century the city was often at the forefront of fighting, the city center being burnt down by British forces, and was again the focus of fighting during the ensuing Irish Civil War. The city has always been open to the world, as an Atlantic port, and today the city is a vibrant cultural, industrial and economic center for southwest Ireland, where the past is in evidence while the city looks forward. Corkonians draw on rich heritage through the city's history, from sports, maritime traditions, commerce and education to festivals, literature, art, music and the rich Cork accent. A-Z of Cork reveals the history behind Cork, its streets and buildings, businesses and the people connected with the city. Alongside the famous historical connections, are unusual characters, tucked away places and unique events that are less well-known. It is fully illustrated with photography and will appeal to all those with an interest in this historic city.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The North Yorkshire seaside town of Scarborough grew up around its medieval castle, built on a headland. It developed as a spa town in the seventeenth century, becoming one of the country's first coastal resorts. The railways brought more visitors in the Victorian age, although the town retained its status as a resort for high society well into the twentieth century, with many staying in the famous Grand Hotel, as well as being a centre for the fishing industry. A-Z of Scarborough reveals the history behind this town, its streets and buildings, businesses, and the people connected with it. Alongside the famous historical connections are unusual characters, tucked-away places and unique events that are less well known. Readers will discover tales about the huge castle on the cliffs, the grave of Anne Brontë, the tramway to the seafront, the birthplace of Harland (of Harland & Wolff shipbuilders) and James Moody (Titanic officer), the iconic Grand Hotel and the Holbeck Hall Hotel which slid down a cliff face thirty years ago due to coastal erosion, and the 1914 German bombardment among many other fascinating facts in this A-Z tour of Scarborough's history. Fully illustrated throughout, this book will appeal to all those with an interest in this town on the Yorkshire coast.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Dave Hewitt has made many trips to the United States and Canada over the last twenty years, including visits to thirty-five of the fifty US states. Inspired by North American railways, he quickly switched from tourist to train and track photographer. In this book he shares images from a wide variety of steam and heritage railway sites and museums across the continent. These pages document his journey from the deserts of Utah to the magnificence of the Canadian Rockies, from the green fields of Wisconsin to the towering Giant Redwoods of California. Showcasing a railfan's trip of a lifetime, Dave Hewitt's stunning photographs will appeal to all those with an interest in heritage railways and the spectacular landscapes of North America.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - - Rare and previously unpublished images- Latest Amberley bus book- Reviews in specialist press.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Regarded worldwide as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, the Black Country has a long and diverse history, where countless ghostly tales are born. From the blistering heat of the blast furnaces and the deafening din of the steelworks, the spectres of industry emerge. Yet, the region's history spans over a thousand years, with sightings of ghostly monks and Civil War soldiers still reported today. In this book, author Richard O'Connor travels the breadth and depth of the Black Country to uncover the region's darkest and most mysterious ghost stories. From murderous villains who lurked along the many canals to hooded riders fleeing musket battles with the sheriff, Paranormal Black Country offers spine-chilling stories for both history buffs and paranormal enthusiasts alike. Spend a night with Richard at one of the most haunted hotels in the country before venturing into the crypt at Dudley's famous castle and zoo, where exotic animals aren't the only unusual inhabitants of the ancient battlements. Uncover the region's explosive connection to the infamous Gunpowder Plot, before enjoying one last drink at the legendary Crooked House pub. Though the collieries and foundries that once illuminated the night sky with a fiery hue have long since closed, the landscape of this vast region still bears the scars of its past - along with the whispers of those who haunt its shadows.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - - The latest title in Amberley's Postcard Collection series- Potential for review coverage in local media.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Devon's landscape and history is seeped in its folklore and legends. In Illustrated Tales of Devon, author John Husband explores a multitude of mysterious happenings and strange tales from ancient times to the modern day. The book looks at the legends surrounding Dartmoor's pixies, sightings of the devil, hairy hands menacing drivers, the true Uncle Tom Cobley at Widecombe Fair, a murderous monk and a postman poet, one of the first air accidents, an inn designed as a pack of card built by a gambler and a housing estate and pleasure gardens built on the proceeds of a cough syrup. and much more. These strange and remarkable stories are accompanied by the author's photographs of places featured in the text in this hugely entertaining book.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Preston was awarded city status in 2002 and has played an important part in Lancashire's history since the Middle Ages, when it was a centre for wool production and weaving. The town boomed in the Industrial Revolution, attracting new engineering industries alongside textiles, but in the later decades of the twentieth century many of these industries declined, with factories closing. From the 1960s the town centre was redeveloped and new housing was built. Some landmark buildings from before were lost, replaced by buildings that have become the new face of Preston.Lost Preston presents a portrait of this Lancashire city over the last century to recent decades that has radically changed or disappeared today, showing not only industries and buildings that have gone but also people and street scenes, many popular places of entertainment and much more. This fascinating photographic history of lost Preston will appeal to all those who live in the area or know it well, as well as those who remember it from previous decades.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - - Previously unpublished images- Reviews in specialist press- Latest Amberley railway book.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This book covers the ever-changing bus scene in Norfolk, Suffolk and northern Essex since 2016. Operators featured include First Essex, First Eastern Counties, Arriva Colchester, Ipswich Buses and the Go Ahead Group, as well as independents such as Sanders and Panther. A wide variety of locations are explored, such as Ipswich, Norwich, Dereham, Great Yarmouth, Colchester, Harwich, Clacton and Braintree. Major operators in these areas have surprisingly varied fleets displaying a range of liveries, adding extra interest.Through a vibrant selection of images and informative captions, David Moth looks at the area's contemporary bus fleets and how they have evolved in recent years.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The story of bus and tram services in the Edinburgh area in the period following the deregulation of bus services has been rich and varied. Many transport providers, new and old, are featured here, some of which are long-term survivors, while some have disappeared or become part of other operators. The development of Edinburgh's trams after years of delays and overspent budgets and how travel in the Edinburgh and Lothians continues to evolve are explored in detail.Through a fine selection of photographs, Richard Walter documents how areas have changed and how the city has experienced everything from bus wars to a better level of integrated transport.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - - An exciting new local history series from Amberley- Reviews and coverage in local press and media- Author lives locally and is available to promote the book.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In the Middle Ages, Barrow was a small settlement close to Furness Abbey. The Furness peninsula is still a largely rural area, and Furness Abbey is now a ruin, but the town of Barrow-in-Furness grew during the Industrial Revolution to become an important steel producer and exporter, exploiting the mineral deposits in mines nearby and its position on the coast. Later it became a major manufacturer of naval vessels, best known today for building Royal Navy submarines. The monastic movement played an important part in the settlement and economy of mediaeval Furness, not only at Furness Abbey but also Conishead Priory, alongside the manorial system. Over the centuries the area experienced Scottish incursion and other invasions, piracy and smuggling, plague, uprisings, the Dissolution of the Monasteries, Civil War battles, the Quaker movement, the attention of Romantic writers and artists, railways and industrialization and the effect of both World Wars. Illustrated throughout, this accessible historical portrait of the transformation that Barrow and the surrounding area has undergone through the ages will be of great interest to residents, visitors and all those with links to the area.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In the eighteenth century, Liverpool's position as a favoured port for Britain's growing Atlantic trade to the West Indies and America allowed it to expand rapidly. It soon became one of the largest and richest cities in the country, and the architectural legacy of the city's wealth can still be seen today. In the last 100 years, Liverpool's fortunes have changed, but although it was heavily bombed during the Second World War and experienced decline afterwards through the loss of many of its industries, the city has been regenerated in recent decades, becoming European City of Culture and having areas granted World Heritage Sites. It is now a leading economic and cultural centre, with new developments alongside its architectural legacy transforming the city today.In Liverpool in Photographs Mark McNeill celebrates the changing face of the city in a collection of stunning images that portray not just the new buildings that characterise modern Liverpool, but also how the older parts survive alongside them. For all those who are proud to live and work in Liverpool, as well as those visiting, this book is a must. Look through these photographs and you will quickly see the enduring fascination of this special city.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From Skye to Seil, Jura to Gigha, the islands off the West Coast of Scotland offer some of the most stunning scenery in Europe. Many have been drawn to live in these islands since Scotland was first populated and many more come to visit these remarkable places. The islands boast a huge diversity of landscapes, from the Firth of Clyde and its two largest islands, Arran and Bute, both geologically divided by the Highland Boundary Fault, as well as numerous smaller islands including Holy Isle, to the Hebrides further north and west. The Hebridean archipelago stretches from the Inner Hebrides which contain over 70 inhabited and uninhabited islands, the largest of which are Islay, Jura, Rum, Mull and Skye, to the more distant Outer Hebrides or Western Isles, chiefly Lewis and Harris, North Uist, Benbecula, South Uist and Barra. In Scottish West Coast Islands in Photographs, photographer and writer Alastair Jackson, originally hailing from the Isle of Skye, has been island hopping the islands for a number of years now, documenting them in all weathers and seasons. This book takes a journey through the seasons, highlighting the unique light and colors of the Hebridean and Clyde Islands. Look through these photographs and you will quickly see the unique appeal of these special places in the West of Scotland. …