Books by Alexander Tulloch

Highly original and enjoyable examation of the etymology behind a selection of trades and professions, unearthing intriguing nuggets of historical information along the way. Includes explanations of common surnames; obsolete jobs such as pardoner or telegraph boy; and roles for the modern era, such as wedding planner and sky marshal.

Three sisters - Elizabeth, Kirsty and Katy - are spending a few days at their Granny's house in the country and their Granny lets slip that there used to be talk in the village of a ghost walking about at night. As the three girls decide to find out more about the mysterious 'sightings', they are drawn into a strange world somewhere between dreams and reality. They come face to face with 'the ghost' and a strange horse-drawn carriage whisks them away into the dead of night. When they reappear they are people from a by-gone age and the transformation causes alarm and consternation among their family and acquaintances. This ghost story takes place during the 1920's when cars and telephones are few and far between. The only people who can provide the answers for Granny and the girls are a day or two's ride away by horse and trap. Then there is the strange Mr Emmet. What is his connection with the tall ghost who seems to want to destroy everyone in an act of senseless revenge?

Aintree days

The little book of Liverpool

Lively and readable, this popular and affordable history of Liverpool provides a kaleidoscopic view of the city from prehistoric times to the present day.