Lokalhistorie

The illustrated local history of the North East of England through its great town halls and civic centres.

A terrific selection of photographs in celebration of 1960s steam railways around the East Midlands.

A guided tour of the historic town of Chippenham, showing how the areas you know and love have changed over the centuries.

This volume challenges ideas about both national belonging and local association to emphasize how regional analysis deepens understanding of migration, race, borders, infrastructure, climate, and Native sovereignty.

A fledgling nation brought to life in stunning colour.

The Rangeley Lakes were the crucible of Maine's nineteenth-century sporting culture, and the Rangeley boat evolved out of this distinctive time and place. As essential to Rangeley as sporting camps, fishing guides, and brook trout, the namesake boat remains a true icon.

Who are these new Mainers, and why have they come here? They are from war-torn countries such as Somalia, Sudan, Afghanistan, and Cambodia; from poor Latin American nations; and from economically vibrant places like Hong Kong, India, and Europe¿in other words, from across the global spectrum.

2014 war ein erstes Buch zu diesem Thema fertig geworden, seit 2020 ist es im Handel: "Geld und Preise in der DDR - Was bekamen wir für unser Geld?". Kein anderes Buch widmet sich so intensiv dem Thema Preise und der ganzen Breite der Ausgaben. Die Resonanz im Bekanntenkreis war sehr gut, alle steuerten Dokumente und Erinnerungsstücke bei. Also ging die Beschäftigung mit dem Thema weiter. Es wurde um neue Aspekte erweitert, um "Stipendium" und "Rente" als Einstieg in das Gebiet der Einkommen, ergänzt um Lohnstreifen, Lohnsteuern und SV-Beitrag. Außerdem wurde das Thema zeitlich nach "vorn" erweitert, um die Abschnitte zur Währungsreform 1948, zum Geldumtausch 1957, zu Wohnungsbau-Obligationen ab Ende der 1950er Jahre. Mit der ebenfalls behandelten Abschaffung der Lebensmittelkarten 1958 war auch eine umfassende Preisreform verbunden, viele der bis zum Ende der DDR gültigen Preise wurden damals festgelegt.Ein ebenfalls umfangreicher und sehr interessanter Abschnitt beschäftigt sich mit dem Hauskauf, dem dazu gehörigen Kredit und den notwendigen Handwerkerleistungen. Die zusammengestellten Handwerkerrechnungen machen den ungeheuren bürokratischen Aufwand deutlich, der mit dem Festhalten an konstanten Preisen für die Bevölkerung trotz steigender Material- und Personalkosten verbunden war. Der "rote Faden" wird im zweiten Teil durch das Thema "Preise" gebildet. Ein Ausweis der über lange Zeit konstant gehaltenen Preise sind die vielen heute noch vorhandenen Sachzeugen aus Kunststoff oder Metall mit "eingeprägtem" Preis. Mit vielen Dingen sind zusätzliche Erinnerungen verknüpft. Das betrifft beispielsweise Werbung / Propaganda auf Rechnungen oder das Ausfuhrverbot für hochwertige Konsumgüter. Oder einfach auch die Veränderung von Gepflogenheiten - kommt der Gasmann jeden Monat und kassiert den fälligen Beitrag oder werden Monatspauschalen vom Konto abgebucht?

A complete account of the decisive Battle of San Jacinto which wrested the independence of the state of Texas from Mexican control.Drawing its title from Edward Creasy's "Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World," this book argues that the American victory at San Jacinto changed the future history of all of North America. The 1836 battle, which saw the Mexican president Santa Anna and his army driven out of what was to become the state of Mexico and parts of at least four other US states certainly changed the course of American history, as the author asserts.Set against the backdrop of the defense of the Alamo by William Travis, and the subsequent Mexican massacre of American prisoners at Goliad, this work tells the story of the forty fateful days between the retreat from Gonzales and the epic battle at Lynchburg, now called San Jacinto."Had the Mexican Commander consolidated his forces, the battle of San Jacinto could not have been won by the Patriot Army. Had he carefully selected his camp site and kept a diligent watch, the thin line of seven hundred and twenty odd infantry which surprised his camp in the mid-afternoon could not have reached the crest of the hill . . . Had he won, the Texas settlements would have been wiped out and Mexican supremacy would have been re-established north and east of the Rio Grande. The Anti-Slavery sentiment in the northern States was so opposed to the acquisition of more territory in which the spread of slavery was feared, that these States would have been allies of Mexico against further Southern aggression."This new edition has been completely reset, contains the entire text and all 41 original illustrations. In addition, it contains two new appendices providing a Mexican account of the battle, and of an eye-witness account of the massacre at Goliad which preceded the battle.

A readable history of Topsham, Maine defining its place in history and place.

A unique and fascinating narrative of the Gooch family who settled in pre-colonial Maine as innkeepers and continues into the 21st Century.

Located 60 country miles from Interstate 95, Carrabassett Valley, Maine doesn¿t look like a classic rural New England town. Only a handful of buildings pre-date 1950. Settlement is concentrated in two areas separated by six woodsy miles: ¿the valley,¿ with its 1960s A-frames and camps, and ¿the mountain,¿ where the Sugarloaf ski resort has built a maze of contemporary condominium and housing developments, along with hotels, restaurants, and boutiques. But with just 673 year-round residents, the town of Carrabassett Valley ¿ not Sugarloaf ¿ owns a Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed golf course, a 2,000-acre ski-touring and mountain-bike park, an airport, a riverside rail trail, an advanced fitness center with indoor climbing wall and skate park, a handsome modern library, and a park with outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, and playground. Yet the town¿s tax rate has never exceeded $8.40.That¿s because Carrabassett Valley doesn¿t just look different from other towns; it does things differently. The two dozen ski bums who founded the town in 1972 laid out a vision for an outdoor recreation economy achieved through creative investment, and townspeople have focused unwaveringly on pursuing it ever since. Veteran journalist Virginia Wright delves into the surprising history of a town most passersby think is just Sugarloaf. She looks at the early days of when it was created, at how the town's unique approach helped it weather both boom times and down turns. Through it all, the town has become one of New England's premiere outdoor destinations.

With a Foreword by Laura Rice, the Chief Curator of the Adirondack Experience Museum, this edition of Adventures in the Wilderness revisits W.H.H. Murray¿s timeless tips and stories of north country camping with modern-day context and clarity, showing that the profound power of nature has only grown.

The unofficial guide to the home of the Knights! The University of Central Florida Trivia Book features a wealth of new and recent facts, with over 650 questions (with answers!) and quotations spanning more than six decades of UCF history, ranging from the fun to the significant, and from the bizarre to the informative. This book is the quintessential source of information about UCF, perfect for current and prospective students, alumni, college sports fans, and UCF fans in town and all over the world.Discover obscure facts, forgotten lore, and exciting tidbits about everything from student life and traditions to Town and Gown, including:Who was the first football game against?What was the shuttle on campus called in 1993?When did the Spirit Splash ducks first appear?Where did the Citronaut debut?Why do most of the phone numbers on campus begin with 823?And much more!

The University of South Carolina Trivia Book features a wealth of new and recent facts, with over 700 questions (with answers) and quotations spanning more than two centuries of USC history.

The unofficial guide to the home of the Tigers! The Princeton University Trivia Book features a wealth of historic and recent facts, with over 650 questions (with answers!) and quotations spanning nearly three centuries of Princeton history, ranging from the fun to the significant, and from the bizarre to the informative. This book is the quintessential source of information about one of the world¿s most respected universities, perfect for current and prospective students, alumni, and locals.Discover obscure facts, forgotten lore, and exciting tidbits about everything from student life and traditions to Town and Gown, including:Campus myths that may be true¿ or false¿ or funny!The University¿s many connections to TV and moviesEinstein¿s true relationship to the UniversityThe when and how of Princeton¿s informal motto ¿In the Nation¿s Service and the Service of Humanity¿Student rivalry with Rutgers leading to football and cannon wars

Explore the rich culinary heritage of Scotland, through the fascinating history of its food and drink.

A terrific selection of photographs in celebration of steam on the railways around Carlisle in the 1960s.

Fully illustrated description of London's well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over recent decades.

A stunning collection of images showcasing the different areas of Ireland in all their glory, which capture the essence of the landscape.

A stunning collection of photographs celebrating Gloucestershire, which capture the life of the county.

Highly illustrated look at the military heritage of the Channel Islands from Viking invaders to the present day.