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This fascinating volume takes a look at aspects of Manchester's history in the centuries before its industrial heyday.
Perhaps better than any other city, Manchester illustrates the historical relationship between the growth of science and the growth of industry - a relationship which is topical now, as it has been for two centuries. This book presents an overview of the north west's important place in the history of scientific, technological and medical advances.
Preston was no ordinary town during the nineteenth century. While king cotton reigned supreme throughout Lancashire, the underlying ills associated with this industry were very often highlighted particularly starkly there. This book presents an indictment of the industrial system that caused such suffering to Preston's cotton 'martyrs'.
Morecambe Bay is an amazing place. Set against the magical backdrop of the Lakeland fells, it is an ever-changing world of water and sand moulded by the constant ebb and flow of the tides, a beautiful landscape in which to walk, and home to one of the largest concentrations of birds in Europe.
In November 2005, a massive stone bearing the image of a triumphant horseman and his fallen foe was discovered in the County of Lancashire. This illustrated volume attempts to tell the stone's story, and in doing so aims to unravel some of the mysteries surrounding Insus, son of Vodullus.
Peter Kennerley's lively account of the work of a true master of liturgy is set in the context of the story of the cathedral itself, to create this highly readable, beautifully illustrated and fascinating volume.
This is a complete guide to exploring the natural history of Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside, fully illustrated in full colour throughout, by a range of expert contributors.
Provides an analysis of British rivers, exploring the physical formation of rivers; the characteristics of environments; analysis of the social, economic, and cultural uses and associations of rivers; and examination of the problems of river management. This book is illustrated, and includes an appendix of key facts about British rivers.
'Jennet Preston lies heavy upon me', cried Thomas Lister on his deathbed. We are told that his corpse bled when she touched it, and Jennet was convicted of witchcraft. Was there really a satanic coven on Pendle side? By placing the events in their European context, this work explains why these disturbing events occurred.
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