Whitehaven and Around From Old Photographs

Alan W. Routledge

ISBN 10: 1445662329 / ISBN 13: 9781445662329

Published by Amberley Publishing, GB, 2016

About this Item

Whitehaven and Around From Old Photographs contains a collection of never-before-seen vintage photographs from the town and surrounding areas, collected together into one volume and spanning Whitehaven's heyday as a mining and shipbuilding town.Organised into sections featuring streets, industry, churches, sport and recreation, this book will be your guide through the Whitehaven of yesterday. Each picture provides a forgotten insight into how day-to-day life used to be in Whitehaven and details the town's development over the years. Join local author Alan W. Routledge as he looks back through these wonderful images and discusses just how this port town has changed over time.

Seller Inventory # LU-9781445662329

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Whitehaven and Around From Old Photographs
• Publisher: Amberley Publishing, GB
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1445662329
• ISBN 13: 9781445662329
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: UK ed.
• Condition: New
• Weight: 310 grams

About this title

Synopsis

Discover Whitehaven's rich history through a collection of vintage photographs.

Whitehaven & Around From Old Photographs offers a glimpse into the past with never-before-seen images of the town and its surroundings. Journey back to Whitehaven's heyday as a mining and shipbuilding center, and explore the streets, industries, churches, and daily life of yesteryear.

Local author Alan W. Routledge guides you through these forgotten moments, detailing the town's development and changes over time. Perfect for local history enthusiasts and anyone curious about Whitehaven's heritage.

About the Author

Alan W. Routledge has been collecting images of the town of Whitehaven for the past four decades. He has written several other local history books for Amberley and currently resides in Whitehaven.