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  • The King's Post

    Epistolary Intrigue in the Court of Louis XIV

    by 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 ... Read more

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

    Unraveling Bristol's Communication Revolution

    by 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 ... Read more

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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.

    by 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 ... Read more

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  • Rural Rides

    by 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 ... Read more

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  • Manchester Streets and Manchester Men

    by 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, ... Read more

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  • Mansions of Misery

    A Biography of the Marshalsea Debtors’ Prison

    by 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; ... Read more

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  • Robert Blincoe and the Cotton Trade

    by 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 ... Read more

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  • The Edinburgh Book of Days

    by Michael T R B Turnbull ...
    Series series Book of Days
    Drawn from original records, diaries and contemporary reports, The Edinburgh Book of Days contains a momentous, calamitous or intriguing event or fact for every day of the year, from the earliest periods of Edinburgh's history to the present. Among these are extracts about politics, crime, religion, education, sport and the arts; all topics that resonate in today's world. This informative and ... 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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  • King of All Balloons

    The Adventurous Life of James Sadler, The First English Aeronaut

    by Mark Davies, Don Cameron ...
    The daring flights of the early balloonists that were the first steps on mankind’s upward journey to the Moon and beyond have been strangely neglected, and their names have been largely forgotten. This book helps to redress that situation. James Sadler was an extraordinary English pioneer who overcame many obstacles to achieve his dream of flying. Born the son of an Oxford pastry cook in 1753, he ... Read more

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  • Pepys's Later Diaries

    by Samuel Pepys ...
    Pepys never resumed the personal Diary which he abandoned in 1669 when he feared (wrongly) that he was going blind. He was one of the greatest accidental historians, never intending to record for posterity, only his own amusement. But he did write several short diaries or journals at various key moments in his later life. Each is a document of historical importance and all have the interest which ... Read more

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