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  • The Bristol Royal Mail: Post, Telegraph, and Telephone

    de Robert Charles Tombs ...
    "The Bristol Royal Mail: Post, Telegraph, and Telephone" by Robert Charles Tombs explores the intricate history of communication in Bristol, focusing on the evolution of postal services, telegraphy, and telephony. Tombs delves into the establishment of the Royal Mail in Bristol, detailing how it transformed the way people connected with one another. The book highlights significant milestones in ... Leer más

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  • The King's Post

    de Robert Charles Tombs ...
    "The King's Post" by Robert Charles Tombs is a captivating exploration of the intricate relationship between monarchy and the British public. Tombs delves into the historical significance of the royal family, examining how their image and role have evolved over time. Through a blend of engaging narrative and insightful analysis, the book highlights key events and figures that have shaped public ... Leer más

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  • Postal Heritage: 9 Classic Books on the History of Mail Services

    The Postal Service, Ten Years Among the Mail Bags, The King's Post, The Bristol Royal Mail: Post, Telegraph, and Telephone, etc.

    de James Holbrook, Robert Charles Tombs, W. H. Gantz, William Lewins, Moses James Nobbs, James MacQueen, Rabindranath Tagore ...
    In 'Postal Heritage: 9 Classic Books on the History of Mail Services,' the anthology delves into the evolution of global communication, exploring the rich tapestry of the postal system through varied literary styles. This collection spans both detailed historical accounts and literary reflections on the significance of mail services, offering insight into the transformative power of this societal ... Leer más

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  • The King's Post

    Epistolary Intrigue in the Court of Louis XIV

    de Robert Charles Tombs ...
    In "The King's Post," Robert Charles Tombs presents a masterful exploration of the intricacies of communication during a pivotal period in British history. Set against the backdrop of the late 17th century, Tombs skillfully weaves together historical narrative and personal accounts, employing a blend of rich prose and sharp analysis that offers readers a vivid portrayal of the era's social and ... Leer más

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  • The Bristol Royal Mail: Post, Telegraph, and Telephone

    Unraveling Bristol's Communication Revolution

    de Robert Charles Tombs ...
    In "The Bristol Royal Mail: Post, Telegraph, and Telephone," Robert Charles Tombs intricately weaves a narrative that explores the evolution of communication in Bristol, examining how the advent of postal services, telegraphs, and telephones transformed societal interactions and economic dynamics from the 19th century onward. With meticulous research and a keen eye for detail, Tombs employs a ... Leer más

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  • Charles II and his Escape into Exile

    Capture the King

    de Martyn R. Beardsley ...
    The English king's epic escape from his own country is thrillingly recounted in this authoritative history.Though the Parliament of Scotland proclaimed him king in 1649, Charles II faced a formidable enemy in England. His attempt to reclaim the throne ended in defeat at the Battle of Worcester—and thus began the battle to save his own life.Pursued wherever he went by soldiers from the conflict as ... Leer más

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  • Rural Rides

    de William Cobbett ...
    Travelling on horseback through southern England in the early 19th century, William Cobbett provides evocative and accurate descriptions of the countryside, colourful accounts of his encounters with labourers, and indignant outbursts at the encroaching cities and the sufferings of the exploited poor. Ian Dyck's new edition places these lively accounts of rural life in the context of Cobbett's ... Leer más

    $14.99 USD

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  • Manchester Streets and Manchester Men

    de T. Swindells ...
    This scarce book was first published in 1908 and is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It provides an absorbing insight into the history of a selection of Manchester streets and their occupants - Cheetham Hill Road, Withy Grove, Shuderhill, Rochdale Road, and Oldham Road. A fascinating read for any local historian. With nine full page illustrations. Many of the earliest books, ... Leer más

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  • Mansions of Misery

    A Biography of the Marshalsea Debtors’ Prison

    de Jerry White ...
    For Londoners of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, debt was a part of everyday life. But when your creditors lost their patience, you might be thrown into one of the capital’s most notorious jails: the Marshalsea Debtors’ Prison.In Mansions of Misery, acclaimed chronicler of the capital Jerry White introduces us to the Marshalsea’s unfortunate prisoners – rich and poor; men and women; ... Leer más

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  • Robert Blincoe and the Cotton Trade

    de Stuart Courtman ...
    A Memoir of Robert Blincoe' published in 1828 was influential in improving the working conditions of children in factories. It is also believed that Charles Dickens based his character Oliver Twist on Robert Blincoe. This book contains the original full 1828 text of the memoir by John Brown and historical notes by the author, Stuart Courtman. The historical notes explore the influences that led to ... Leer más

    $4.99 USD

  • The Sheffield Book of Days

    de 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, ... Leer más

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  • George Stephenson

    The Remarkable Life of the Founder of the Railways

    de Hunter Davies ...
    George Stephenson is the ultimate selfmade man: born in the pit village of Wylam, near Newcastle, and skipping any education to start work, his inventions would change the very nature of the world.From the moment he began work in the pit at the tender age of ten, he showed a natural talent for mending and inventing machines, slowly rising to become the colliery's resident engineer. However, he ... Leer más

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