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Curiosities of Greater Manchester

Robert Nicholls
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chinese arch
church clock strikes thirteen
curious sights
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glacial boulder
greater manchester
hidden gems
interesting
lucky post box
manchester
manchester book
manchester history
movarian settlement
mysterious
natural features
peculariaties
sow's gravestone
unusual buildings
world's widest bridge

Product details

  • ISBN 9780750936613
  • Dimensions: 156 x 234mm
  • Publication Date: 01 Jan 1980
  • Publisher: The History Press Ltd
  • Publication City/Country: GB
  • Product Form: Paperback
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Description

This book is a guide to over 140 remarkable and curious sights to be found in the Greater Manchester area spanning centuries of history from Roman times right up to the present day.

Among the peculiarities featured are a church clock that strikes thirteen, the least interesting Roman remains in Britain, a sow's gravestone, a 'lucky' post-box, the world's widest bridge, a glacial boulder, a Chinese arch and a Movarian settlement. Over 150 illustrations are included, together with location and access details.

Curiosities of Greater Manchester features hidden gems, unusual little buildings, natural features and places which have earned themselves an interesting or mysterious reputation. It is sure to make fascinating reading for residents and visitors alike.
About Robert Nicholls
Robert Nicholls is a keen local and transport historian. He has lived in Manchester since 1973 and works at Manchester Airport. This is Robert's 5th book.

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