Häftad, Engelska, 2030
A-Z of Kendal
Places-People-History
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The town of Kendal may no longer be a thriving hub of manufacturing, but examine its history little deeper and you will find an exciting history dating back centuries. From its early Roman connections and location on the River Kent, to its expansion as a market town in the Middle Ages and later growth of its wool, tobacco and shoe industries, the town has always played an important role in local area and county.Local author Billy Howorth takes the reader on a fascinating A–Z tour of the town’s history, exploring its streets and yards, and telling stories of the buildings, places and residents along the way. Fully illustrated with photographs from the past and present, A–Z of Kendal will appeal to residents and visitors alike.
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- Utgivningsdatum: 2030-01-15
- Mått: 165 x 234 x 8 mm
- Vikt: 151 g
- Format: Häftad
- Språk: Engelska
- Serie: A-Z
- Antal sidor: 96
- Förlag: Amberley Publishing
- ISBN: 9781445673387
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Billy F.K. Howorth is Lancashire native, he was born in Blackburn and grew up in Morecambe. Billy studied at the University of Bradford where he gained his degree in Archaeology. He has gone on to teach and lecture around the North West on various archaeological and historical subjects. He can be found giving talks to local groups, societies and museums, as well as teaching courses and undertaking consultancy work. He is also the manager of Carnforth Bookshop, one of the largest independent bookshops in the North West.
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