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Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. "The Little Book of Suffolk" is an eclectic mix of historic tales of places and personalities, plus a wealth of facts and figures about the eighth-largest county in England. There are tales of sea battles, the story of the pickled head of an archbishop, the exploits of the suffragettes, and the literary connections of Charles Dickens and many other prominent writers and artists. There are some things particular, some might say peculiar to Suffolk - find out how the Roundheads got their name and why the greengage is so called. Where can you find the rare Pashford Pot Beetle and why was the reputation of Suffolk cheese so bad that the Admiralty banned it in 1750? What is a Lowestoft Score? Stories abound of men and women who led extraordinary lives including women pirates, a weather prophet, and a Victorian woman who made her living being shot from a crossbow in circuses all over the world. Flora Sandes from Marlesford served in Serbia during World War One and became the first woman to hold a commission in the Serbian Army, while a young girl from Sudbury became known as Poker Alice Tubbs, one of the most colourful women in the early days of the American Wild West.And what is behind some of the county's place names? Why is there a Chainbridge at Needham Market and what does Bradfield Combust mean? Did you know that the silk for Princess Diana's wedding gown was produced in Suffolk and that needlewomen from Glemsford were involved in the execution of the Bayeux Tapestry in 1067? All this, and more besides! Features a collection of historic tales of places and personalities, facts and figures about Suffolk, the eighth-largest county in England. This title includes tales of sea battles, the story of the pickled head of an archbishop, the exploits of the suffragettes, and the literary connections of Charles Dickens and other writers and artists. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The Anglo-Saxon 'Gipeswic' was among the first formal urban centres to be established after the Romans quit the British Isles and rightly lays claim to being one of our longest inhabited boroughs. The History of Ipswich provides an overview of around 1,400 years of life in Suffolk's primary conurbation. It traces the story of how, from the collection of a few Roman farmsteads, the Saxons quickly established a town that developed and flourished, thus laying the foundations for the later Tudor prosperity. The Borough of Ipswich is both ancient and modern, retaining traces of the great days of medieval trade and the shipbuilding industry that made it famous in the 18th century. Ipswich has long been dismissed as a town without history, yet archaeology carried out over the last 30 years proves conclusively that it is one of England's oldest towns. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. This is a book written by an expert with a lifetime of experience, designed to show disabled people the wonders of bird watching, with great tips and advice on the places to go, resources available and a detailed and enjoyable introduction to the subject. I became a Blue Badge holder a little while ago and my mobility levels were much reduced, walking 2/300 meters or so became a problem. I have been bird watching all my life, or so it seems. Since the death of my wife three years ago, it has become almost a way of life, giving me direction once again. How was I going to obtain maximum pleasure with minimum effort? I now had to call on all my past experience and knowledge to be channelled down what I will call the 'Easy route'. I needed birds to come to me, which is highly unlikely, or get to them as close as possible, a car can make a good hide as long as you stay in it. I started to set up a list of locations which fitted these criteria and used my map reading skills, such as they were, to locate others. It is amazing what you can discover by studying a Landranger map!At many of the lectures I provide I find many disabled people attend, and many of these tell me this is about as close as they get to nature now, especially the wheelchair bound. Surely these people are not banned from the countryside because they cannot walk or walk well? I had been wishing to write a book for years, and now a bench mark had been laid down, and my book was born. When you consider the RSPB boasts over 1,000,000 members and the Wildlife Trusts claim over 800,000 members, that is nearly 2,000,000 people. I think we can safely presume over a half of these will be retired, and a good percentage of these will be disabled to some degree or other. These people need to be told just what is available out there in the wild world, just how well many of our nature reserves cater for the disabled, many hire out wheelchairs at a nominal cost or even provide them free, I have found them useful at times. Most bird hides have ramps, and Blue Badge parking is usually available. Hopefully this book will point you in the right direction, open your eyes to a beautiful world, introduce you to many new friends who will be only too happy to share the wonders with you. One final thought.Although this book was primarily written with the disabled in mind, as an introduction to both the subject and the places to visit, it is there for all. For the experienced this book is a pleasant reminder of the wild world we love, for the novice, an introduction to a truly wonderful world which does not cost a lot. All you need is the inclination to go out and see it. Shows disabled people the wonders of bird watching, with tips and advice on the places to go, resources available and an introduction to the subject. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Mysterious Milton Keynes delves into the urban legends, supernatural tales and strange phenomena associated with the modern city of Milton Keynes. The book explores the hidden symbolism behind the layout, buildings and street installations: it explores local conspiracy theories and shows how they are subtly revealed in road names, incidents and stories throughout the city's contemporary history. From the Devil's Olney residence, to the fairies of Bow Brickhill, the lid is lifted upon the city's witchcraft, relics, miracles and extensive supernatural lore. Take a walk on the wild side with the unnatural creatures of the alien zoo which prowl the parks, suburbs and waterways. There are strange deaths, mysteries, curses and unsettling folklore which cannot easily be ignored. The dark side of Milton Keynes is revealed; supernatural lore, urban legends, symbolism and conspiracy. Cryptids, Satan, fairies, witchcraft, relics and miracles. Strange deaths, mysteries, curses, and unsettling folklore. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. What was it that made Steve Bloomer, the 'Destroying Angel' so special? A remarkable goalscoring record and a supreme ability count for much, but so do an enigmatic personality and incident-packed life that has never been fully explored - until now. In this marvellously entertaining story of his life, we accompany Bloomer on his dramatic rise from tough Black Country beginnings in 1874 to goalscoring feats straight out of Boy's Own Paper. His famous playing career shares the stage with remarkable episodes in Bloomer's life never before fully researched, including his sorrow and bravery through four years in a German prison camp, and his first tentative steps into the pioneering world of coaching in Germany. Holland and Spain, where his triumphant managerial spell brought glory to 'the Accrington Stanley of Spanish football', not to mention a novel use for olive oil. Then there are the twilight days as a scout, respected pundit and honorary old un at the Baseball Ground. Steve Bloomer died in 1938 but 60 years later, at their new Pride Park Stadium, Derby County ran out to the unique anthem Steve Bloomer's Watching.Over a century since he made his debut, his name is still the most famous in the club's history. What was it that made Steve Bloomer, the 'Destroying Angel' so special? A remarkable goalscoring record and a supreme ability count for much, but so do an enigmatic personality and incident-packed life. This title details his dramatic rise from tough Black Country beginnings in 1874 to goalscoring feats straight out of Boy's Own Paper. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The idea of compiling a book full of fans memoires from the past is somewhat unique; throw in some Villa related poems, historical facts, a bit of trivia, some one-liners, a few original photographs and add to that some excellent stories from a number of former Villa players and a few celebrities, then you've got the recipe for an interesting and informative book that all Villa fans (and football fans in general), young or old would really appreciate. Villa's history is second to none, and the fans have seen some fantastic teams and some exceptional players, and this book will surely bring back some of those memories from the dim and distant past; from the times when we were the best in Europe as well as from the days when the club were in the doldrums and playing in the lower divisions. Villa's history is second to none, and the fans have seen some fantastic teams and some exceptional players. This book brings back some of those memories from the dim and distant past; from the times when we were the best in Europe as well as from the days when the club were in the doldrums and playing in the lower divisions. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. This is the third "Ghost Walks" title from author Barbara Wadd. It includes 30 spooky walks for ramblers and ghost hunters around the county of Leicestershire, each trail having at least one ghostly tale to chill your bones. It also includes visits to stately homes and churches all with a history of unexplained phenomena and strange events. In this book you may encounter headless ghosts or phantom cyclists, a profusion of nuns and a skeletal monk, and one you won't want to meet, Black Shug, a fearsome beast the size of a wolf. This is a collection of 30 circular walks set in the delightful county of Leicestershire. The walks range from 1-10 miles in length. Each walk has at least one ghost story attached to a part of it; some walks having several chilling tales, which, hopefully, will bring a shiver to even the warmest clad rambler. You should be warned that some of the ghosts are 'hands on', so you may be pushed or shoved in the back. One ghost has a predilection for women so you may have your face stroked or your bottom patted; however, if you are a man, he may try to suffocate you.You will visit some of the less frequented parts of Leicestershire, experiencing the superb variety of the scenery from the delights of river valleys to panoramic viewpoints. On quiet paths, kestrels hover over pastures while the mewing cries of buzzards draw your eyes to their soaring flight. Jays and woodpeckers may be glimpsed in woodland, stately herons stand motionless in reed beds and, if you are lucky, an elusive kingfisher may imprint its brilliant hue on your day. The walks include visits to famous halls and houses and some fascinating churches, including one of Leicestershire's hidden gems, the tiny, exquisite Withcote Chapel. Intended for ramblers and ghost hunters, this title includes 30 spooky walks around the county of Leicestershire. It also features visits to stately homes and churches, all with a history of unexplained phenomena and strange events. It helps you encounter headless ghosts or phantom cyclists, a profusion of nuns, and a skeletal monk. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. These are extraordinary and vivid true stories from the First World War through the eyes of a soldier. It is illustrated with maps, photographs and documents depicting George Ellis' remarkable early life. George Ellis was a countryman from Essex who served in the latter stages of the First World War. He was a tough, taciturn man who spoke little of his early life experiences which remained almost entirely unknown to his immediate family. Like many others who experienced the dreadful events of War he began to talk about his early life following his retirement, unfolding dramatic reminiscences of astounding wartime experiences. Since hearing these remarkable stories, the author has travelled to Belgium and France to follow in the footsteps of George and his Regiment, as well as to research the accurate context of the place to write a factually accurate and truly fascinating account.These stories, so extraordinary and vivid, detail not just the War but of George's youthful involvement in a farm worker's strike, the little known Army Occupation of Germany, and his liking for female companionship, presenting an appeal to anyone interested in general early 20th Century history as well as the First World War. The book provides details of rural events in North Essex against the background of a young man growing up in the early part of the previous century and how he came to fight in a Regiment bearing no geographical connection to the area with which he was familiar. George Ellis was a countryman from Essex who served in the latter stages of the First World War. He was a tough, taciturn man who spoke little of his early life experiences which remained almost entirely unknown to his immediate family. This book features true stories from the First World War through the eyes of a soldier. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. In "Days of London Past" the imaginative though mainly factual stories that unfold on a particular day in a selected century, bring that past vividly to life. London and it's rich history has always had the power to fascinate and absorb. By using some of the famous individuals who have enriched London's existence at various stages of their lives, the effect is one of being transported as if in a time machine. If you have not before been familiar with characters such as Pepys, Johnson and Caxton, the stories in this book will ensure that you will become more intimately acquainted with the personalities behind the names. The stories are so richly detailed with the knowledge we have of those times, that London itself becomes more real through the centuries. The result is a thoroughly absorbing mini celebration of some of London is most famous characters and the London town they inhabited. London and it's rich history has always had the power to absorb. By using some of the famous individuals who have enriched London's existence at various stages of their lives, the effect is one of being transported as if in a time machine. This title details with the knowledge of those times, that London itself becomes real through the centuries. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Ever think that Essex Girl and Fort Escorts are all there is to Essex? Think again and dip into "Essential Essex" where you will discover a dynamic county whose events and personalities have helped to shape the nation. "Essential Essex" is a glorious mix of historic and contemporary tales from one of the most colorful and diverse counties in England. Essex is best described as a parallelogram of contrasts. Pevsner wrote that the Essex variety of character 'must be given precedence over many larger counties', and so it must. Discover a trinity of distinguished writers, Margery Allingham, Dodie Smith and Dorothy L Sayers and find out how the Essex estuaries were made famous by Charles Dickens and Arthur Ransome. This is a unique mix of historic and contemporary tales, facts and figures about Essex, one of the most complex and interesting of the English counties. Easy to read snippets of information and history about the land of the eastern Saxons. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. This title gives an intriguing insight into a Sheffield which has long since disappeared. Author and successful writer/journalist Keith Farnsworth tells his own story of a life in Sheffield after the Second World War, from the heart with humour and honesty. An absorbing essay in autobiography from the pen of one of South Yorkshire's leading historians and football writers, "A Sheffield Boy" is representative of an entire generation, an intriguing insight into a Sheffield which has long since disappeared. Essentially, though, it captures one man's memories of growing up in the East End/Pitsmoor and Woodside districts in the 1940s and 1950s, as he recalls the trials and triumphs of an eventful and often traumatic journey through boyhood and adolescence. Keith Farnsworth writes from the heart with the humour and honesty of an inverterate romantic who, despite a background and circumstances which were often far from ideal, finally achieved success and fulfilment as a writer and journalist after spells as a trainee scale mechanic, junior clerk, boy soldier, hotel porter, salesman and a succession of other jobs.Whether recalling his grandfather's mysterious disapperance at sea, the injustice of being expelled from school, life in a lodging house, or the many Sheffield characters he met along the way, "A Sheffield Boy" tells a colourful and entertaining tale of life in this great city after the Second World War. Tells the author's story of a life in Sheffield after the Second World War. This title captures one man's memories of growing up in the East End/Pitsmoor and Woodside districts in the 1940s and 1950s, as he recalls the trials and triumphs of an eventful and often traumatic journey through boyhood and adolescence. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Ever wondered why our towns and villages are named as they are? Who named them and why? Which place has a name meaning 'the landing place of the dwellers in the town'? Was Rat Farm really infested by rodents? Where is there a pub known by a number not a name? Which town has streets named after philosophers and theologians? Within these pages author Anthony Poulton-Smith examines the origins of the place names with which we are otherwise so familiar. Towns, villages, districts, hills, streams, woods, farms, fields, streets and even pubs are examined and explained. Some of the definitions give a glimpse of life in the earlier days of the settlement, and for the author there is nothing more satisfying than finding a name which gives such a snapshot. The definitions are supported by anecdotal evidence, bring to life the individuals and events which have influenced the places and the way these names have developed. This is not simply a dictionary but a history and will prove invaluable not only for those who live and work in the county but also visitors and tourists, historians and former inhabitants, indeed anyone with an interest in East Sussex. Ever wondered why our towns and villages are named as they are? Who named them and why? Which place has a name meaning the landing place of the dwellers in the town? Was Rat Farm really infested by rodents? Where is there a pub known by a number not a name? This title examines the origins of the place names with which we are otherwise so familiar. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. In this book: each chapter features a different walk and contains clear and precise walk data with a map, and gives information on local conveniences, refreshments and other places of interest in the locality; every route offers the option of the long walk or the shorter version; and, route details give facts on various landmarks passed by, the history of each place and some feature tales of famous names connected to the area. The Derwent Valley is one of this country's finest assets, both from the point of view of its heritage and magnificent scenery. Although only about 60 miles in length, it fills mighty reservoirs near its source, and has been harnessed to power mills and, most importantly played an outstanding part in the Industrial Revolution. This was recognised in 2001, when the Derwent Valley was awarded World Heritage Status, the site running from Masson Mill at Matlock Bath to the former Derby Silk Mill, a distance of approximately 15 miles. It is the only World Heritage Site in the East Midlands.In this title, the walks and features are designed to enable visitors to discover this unique and stunningly beautiful valley, both from the valley floor and high up on the surrounding hills and cliff tops. The walks are suitable both for the long distance walker as well as for those who just want a short walk. As they can be completed in short or long stages, dependent on time and choice. In total there are twenty linear walks, and ten circular walks. The latter can all be subdivided into two short walks, making fifty walks in all to provide hours of exploration and enjoyment. Suggested refreshment stops, suitable for both linear and circular walks have been listed. Also numerous places of interest, both in the Derwent Valley and a little further away, which if you have the time, you will find well worth the effort of visiting. Some are open all year, others on a more restricted basis. The Derwent Valley is one of this country's finest assets, both from the point of view of its heritage and magnificent scenery. This was recognised in 2001, when the Derwent Valley was awarded World Heritage Status. This title includes walks and features that are designed to enable visitors to discover this valley. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. A Question of Boxing is a quiz book which will surely test even the keenest fans of the sport. The publication is a must have for anyone who follows the noble art. The book is both educational and interesting covering all aspects of the sport. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. This is a unique and compelling collection of stories charting 18th and 19th century executions that took place in Cheshire. It contains a variety of photographs and illustrations as well as original court documents. By dusty decree, the county judges sent 'em down.and the city sheriffs strung 'em up. From Norman times to the late 19th century, Cheshire had its own unique way of disposing of the criminals condemned at its assizes. For more than 500 years the county's rulers simply handed the miscreants over to the Chester city fathers who, due to an obscure medieval tradition, were duty bound to execute them. Ever since the Emperor Vespasian's Second Legion encamped beside the River Dee, Chester has always been a magnet for visitors. Its once-thriving port and, in more recent years, its importance as a tourist, commercial and administrative centre have maintained its popular attraction. Today, people come from all over the world to discover its Roman origins, to admire its half-timbered buildings and to stroll along the city walls and the famous Rows shopping arcades.Up until 1866, however, there was a less savoury - though, it seems, equally compelling - reason why people in their thousands flocked to Chester. They came to gawp at public hangings. In this new true-crime anthology, former journalist Derek Yarwood tells the story of Cheshire's unique place in the history of capital punishment through a fascinating collection of 18th and 19th century cases. Authenticated by original court documents wherever possible, the crimes, trials and executions detailed here, while all sensational events in their own right, also bear witness to the public's unfading enthusiasm for watching a fellow creature being strangled to death on the gallows. From Norman times to the late 19th century, Cheshire had its own unique way of disposing of the criminals condemned at its assizes. This is a collection of stories charting 18th and 19th century executions that took place in Cheshire. It contains a variety of photographs and illustrations as well as court documents. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Among the mysterious place to feature are: Bamburgh Castle - a number of different ghosts are said to lurk here, including the very active lady in the central keep. This is also the supposed location of the Lost Hand of St Oswald. Elsdon - home to the notorious Brown Man of the Moors, an elemental spirit is in here as is the site of a Fairy Market, with a fairly long legend attached The book is arranged by subject, though each and every area of Northumberland is covered to give a wide geographical spread around the county. This book concentrates on all aspects of the supernatural, paranormal and mysterious in the county of Northumberland. Ghosts, myths, legends, big cats, witchcraft, sacred wells and the little people all feature in the book. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Here, for the first time, the Oval Test match of 1882 - every bit as dramatic as anything in the 2005 season - is recreated ball by ball all the way to the agonising climax when Australia won by 7 runs. Here, too, is the social context of that match, from the founding of Australia, spiced with a host of insights into how cricket was born and how it grew in a vast, rugged land. The story of The Ashes is more, much more. When the Hon. Ivo Bligh took an England team to Australia in 1882 - 83 he said he was going to reclaim the Ashes of English cricket, lost at the Oval. That led to a meeting with a property baron near Melbourne, an invitation for the team to stay at his mansion for Christmas - a knock-about match against the staff - and the baron's wife, who had a little urn on her mantelpiece. We know what went in it! What is the reality behind the mythology of The Ashes? The amazing and unexpected answers are revealed in this deeply researched book which will fascinate every cricket lover round the world. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. There is no more faithful recorder of events which, year in year out, make up the daily life of a great city, than is the local daily newspaper. There was no better place to begin the stroll down this Memory Lane of Leeds than in the Yorkshire Post Newspapers Library and the Photographic Department, from where most of the pictures were obtained. They will jog older minds, intrigue those not so old, astonish and educate the younger end. Perhaps what has most surprised visitors to the city over the years is that Leeds is not packed, boundary to boundary, with dark, satanic mills and spoil heaps. Indeed, it has some fine buildings, a wealth of public parks and open spaces, is ahead of many provincial cities in the provision of outstanding centres of learning and finance and is exceptionally well-served by public transport. The past three decades have seen Leeds grow in stature and importance as well as become a pleasant place to live, work and play. This book features nostalgic photos and memories from the archives of the "Yorkshire Evening Post". Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The "Burnley FC Miscellany" offers a detailed history of Burnley FC, where you can read some of the odd, quaint and quirky things that have been part of the past 125 years of Clarets history. 'Read all about it!' in "The Burnley FC Miscellany". Burnley Football Club come from the smallest town ever to win League Division One and the FA Cup. Some big city clubs currently in the Premier League have won neither! Burnley FC's history sparkles with international players, 'football firsts' and record-breaking achievements. Among their players have been a Footballer of the Year, one who played for Great Britain, several who played in World Cups and at least one who captained his country. But this book is mainly about Burnley 'off the record'. Here you can read some of the odd, quaint and quirky things that have been part of the past 125 years of Clarets history. Who scored three goals for England and was never picked again? When did Burnley play 10 Scots in the first team, making the only Englishman feel 'lonely'? And what has golf in a hotel bedroom got to do with anything? When Burnley were in Division Four, how was it that they attracted over 80,000 to watch them in one game?When did 10 Blackburn Rovers players walk off the pitch? Which position did Blackadder play in the Burnley team? And which bricklayer became the club's greatest ever player? Burnley Football Club come from the smallest town ever to win League Division One and the FA Cup. Some big city clubs currently in the Premier League have won neither. This book is mainly about Burnley 'off the record'. It includes some of the odd, quaint and quirky things that have been part of the past 125 years of Clarets history. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. It is a collection of some of the county's most spooky and supernatural stories, however it is not 'just' tales of ghosts that fill the pages, but also tales of fairies, myths, legends and other strange, unexplainable phenomena. "Haunted Derbyshire: Myths, Magic and Folklore" takes you on a tour of the county and allows you to uncover the mysteries of some of the county's most spookiest corners for yourself. Running alongside each tale are atmospheric photographs that show the Derbyshire we know and love in another, more creepy light. Derbyshire has a reputation for being a county full of tales of ghosts, ghouls and goblins, and this new book from renowned ghost expert, Wayne Anthony provides additional support to this spooky theory. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. This title presents gripping story chronicling the history of the Wenlock Olympian Games, the pre-cursor to the modern Olympics. It includes a detailed Athletes Biographies section, listing every competitor that took part between 1850-95. It also includes a fascinating captioned picture section of vintage photographs. At the 2008 Beijing Olympics, London Mayor Boris Johnson memorably said of London 2012 that 'Ping-Pong is coming home'. In fact, he might justifiably have said that 'the modern Olympic movement is coming home'. In 1850, Shropshire doctor William Penny Brookes began Olympian Games for the 'moral, physical and intellectual improvement' of the local population of Wenlock Borough. Within a decade he had donated a prize for athletics in Athens and was urging the Greeks to revive their ancient Games. He had also begun agitating for physical education to be compulsory at primary schools in England, an effort he sustained until the measure was finally passed in 1894. Brookes, with help from John Hulley of Liverpool and Ernst Ravenstein of London, staged Britain's first National Olympian Games at the Crystal Palace in 1866. W.G.Grace won the 440yd hurdles while simultaneously playing cricket for England at the Oval. Wenlock's annual games became an important focus for the growing band of men developing sport in Britain, but Brookes's egalitarian views on sport - that it should embrace all classes - temporarily fell foul of amateur exclusivity. In 1890, Baron Pierre de Coubertin travelled to Much Wenlock, met Brookes and watched the Wenlock Olympian Games. Within two years, Coubertin had decided to revive Olympic Games as an international sporting championship, and in 1896, the first of the IOC's Olympic Games were held in Athens. Brookes died just 17 weeks short of seeing international Olympic Games become a reality. In this engaging and lively account, Catherine Beale tells the story of the Wenlock Olympian Games, considers their influence on the modern Olympics, and shows why Coubertin, though he failed fully to credit Brookes's contribution to the movement, concluded that 'The Wenlock people alone have preserved and followed the true Olympian traditions'. Chronicles the history of the Wenlock Olympian Games, the inspiration for the modern Olympics. This title considers their influence on the modern Olympics. It includes a detailed Athletes Biographies section, listing various competitors that took part between 1850-95. It also includes a captioned picture section of vintage photographs. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…