Lokalhistorie

Fish don't heed state boundaries, nor does this comprehensive, photo-filled guide to the diverse species of Chicago and beyond. Encompassing southern Lake Michigan, northeastern Illinois, and adjacent areas of Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin, the Chicago Region is home to rare habitats supporting diverse fish populations. From small creeks to large rivers, and small ponds to one of the world's largest freshwater ecosystems, Lake Michigan, these systems are home to some 164 fish species representing 31 families. We meet them all--lampreys, sturgeon, paddlefish, gars, drum, darters, perches, sticklebacks, sculpins, and more--in this book, the most complete and up-to-date reference for fishes in the Chicago Region. Written by leading local ecologists, and featuring a pictorial family key, color photographs, and detailed distribution maps for each species, as well as natural history summaries with observations unique to the region, this go-to guide belongs on the shelf--and in the boat--of every angler, naturalist, fisheries manager, and biologist.

In 2003-04, the St. Joseph's Hawks became the most unlikely and captivating story in college basketball.

Adam Cartwright unravels the stories of ten of Lincolnshire's brewing firms in this well-researched account featuring over 100 fascinating images.

Mike Nevell describes the excavation of Cheshire's internationally important industrial archaeology sites.

This spellbinding collection of stories once again gathers together tales from across Scotland in one special volume. Drawn from The History Press' Folk Tales series, this second selection features further tales from authentic Scottish storytellers, honouring the unmistakable character of Scotland's customs, beliefs and dialects.

The relationship between humans and horses has played a vital role in shaping our towns and cities. This book offers a fascinating insight into the history of working horses in London.

Explore the Hertfordshire town of Hitchin in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

This beautifully photographed selection of fifty of County Durham's's most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.

This book describes how the local changes to shipping since 2000 that have affected the River Mersey.

Explore the rich history of Malvern in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.

Warrington at War is a tribute to the wartime record of the people of the town of Warrington in the Second World War.

A celebration of Brighton's individual and often strange history - from eccentric characters to odd events and places.

Explore the town of Rotherham in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

This beautifully photographed selection of fifty of Bannau Brycheiniog's (The Brecon Beacons') most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.