Now and Then Rutland. (Our Earth)

Rutland is the smallest county in England and is certainly the most beautifully formed. From the rolling, up-land hills to the east, the land is stretched in a series of descending landscaped waves ending at the River Welland on its southern boundary.

The colourful pictures spread across the 128 pages of Now & Then Rutland depict changes that have taken place since the dawn of photography but more importantly, this book shows that many aspects have not changed at all. The visitor or resident who has the time to explore Rutland fully will discover many scenes and vistas, which have remained the same for centuries.

Christine Carol Nowell was born into a Royal Air Force family and travelled the world with her mother and father. While stationed in Singapore, she met John while convalescing after a minor operation at Changi Hospital. After returning to England Christine joined British European Airways and flew on Vanguards, Viscounts, Tridents and Comet 4s before marrying John and travelling the world again. Besides having a home in England, the family lived in California, Florida and the Middle East including Oman, Abu Dhabi and Dubai. She gained a diploma in English from London University and, in 2001, published her first book, 'Now & Then - Abu Dhabi', now in its second print run. 'Now & Then - Rutland' is her second book. Christine & John have six children and three grandsons.