A01=Derek Stanley
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britain in old photographs
Category1=Non-Fiction
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celebrations
cestrians
Chester
chester canals
chester streets
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edwardian chester
edwardian era
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everyday life
Format=BC
Format_Paperback
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Language_English
late victorian era
memorable events
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play
Price_€10 to €20
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school
softlaunch
victorian chester
work
Product details
- ISBN 9780750981170
- Format: Paperback
- Dimensions: 156 x 234mm
- Publication Date: 01 Sep 2017
- Publisher: The History Press Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
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Chester's vibrant history is uniquely captured in this collection of photographs, postcards and lantern slides from the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, showing how time has brought changes to Chester’s streets and recalling memorable events and celebrations. Rare glimpses of everyday life at school, work and play are accompanied by detailed and informative captions explaining the story behind the scenes. This book captures the historical spirit and charm of a city that embraces the past and looks towards the future, and is sure to appeal to residents and visitors alike.
DEREK STANLEY is a retired Chester GP who has always been interested in local history, collecting postcards and old photographs for many years.
He previously compiled books on Dublin and Wicklow for the’ Images of Ireland’ series, and has now created this very special book on his home town, which will be enjoyed by everybody who knows and loves the City of Chester.
