Books published by Amberley Publishing

A concise history of more than forty lorry manufacturers and their products from the first half of the twentieth century.

The use and abuse of religious belief in the age-old history of conflict. Gods at War examines the role played by religions.

A lonely ruined church, mysterious bumps in a field, stone walls visible on the shoreline of a reservoir in high summer. All these are signs of settlements abandoned over the years, and this book is the perfect guide to these intriguing sites.

A guided tour of the historic centre of Bristol, showing how it has changed over the past century and more.

Colin Alexander and Alon Siton present a lavishly illustrated exploration of one of Britain's greatest locomotive companies.

Explore the city of Coventry in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Rich Mackin offers readers the opportunity to examine the Pacers hardworking units during their final years as they head towards retirement.

With a terrific array of rare and unpublished images, John McWilliams looks at some of the fishing boats that can be found around the coast of Britain.

Photographer Jamie Skipper has captured a stunning collection of images showcasing Norfolk in all its glory.

A guided tour of the historic city of Hull, showing how it has changed over the past century and more.

Explore the secret history of Falkirk through a fascinating selection of stories, facts and photographs.

Wartime fashion is perhaps more popular now than it ever was in the 1940s, with thousands regularly recreating the look. This is the perfect introduction to '40s fashion for anyone interested in the decade of make do and mend.

A range of fascinating archaeological finds from the portable antiquities scheme, this time in Worcestershire.

This is the first book devoted to Ruskin Pottery, one of the most important potteries of the Arts and Crafts movement.

The experiences of the German fighter pilots in the Second World War, based on extensive recollections of veterans as well as primary documents, and diary and flying log book extracts, with photographs from the veterans themselves, many never previously published.

A stunning collection of photographs showcasing the beautiful landscape county of Cumbria in all its glory.

Through the stories of twenty-six inspiring figures - from 'Capability' Brown, Humphry Repton and Vita Sackville-West to lesser known figures, and present-day gardeners such as Beth Chatto and John Brookes - this book brings the colourful history of British gardening to life.

This fascinating selection of photographs shows how Oldham has changed and developed over the last hundred and fifty years.

A guided tour of the historic town of Carlisle, showing how it has changed over the past century and more.

A lavishly illustrated history of the iconic Bell Rock lighthouse which has stood as an industrial 'wonder of the world' since its completion in 1811.

A stunning collection of images showcasing Gloucestershire in all its glory, which capture the essence of the county.

The first book to provide an overview of all of Brunel's vessels, richly illustrated, and endorsed by the SS Great Britain Trust.

Explores the rich and fascinating history of Worcester through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.

The complete illustrated story of the combine harvester. Accompanied by a wide variety of new colour photographs, this book will appeal to farm machinery enthusiasts and those interested in the development of modern industrial machinery.

The extraordinary history of Mercia and its rulers from the seventh century to 1066. Once the supreme Anglo-Saxon kingdom, it was pivotal in the story of England.

A fascinating tour of Coventry's pub scene, charting the city's taverns, alehouses and watering holes, from past centuries to more recent times.

Explore the engaging story of Triumph's successful mid-sized saloon cars from the 1960s to the 1980s.

A definitive new biography of one of British history's most controversial figures, that seeks to bring peace to Richard III's reputation.

A vivid social history of Europe between 1939 and 1941, as the Nazi menace brings a shadow over the continent.

A compelling account in words and photographs of Cambridge's role at the forefront of the struggle for votes for women a century ago.