The Derby Book of Days

Taking you through the year day by day, The Derby Book of Days contains quirky, eccentric, shocking, amusing, and important events and facts from different periods in the history of the city. Ideal for dipping into, this addictive little book will keep you entertained and informed. Featuring hundreds of snippets of information gleaned from the vaults of Derby's archives and covering the social, criminal, political, religious, agricultural, industrial, and sporting history of the region, it will delight residents and visitors alike.

About the author

Sarah Seaton gained a Masters degree in Regional and Local History from the University of Nottingham in 2005 and has since been teaching on various historical topics for both Derbyshire County Council and the University of Nottingham. She lives in Hucknall, Nottingham.

Summary

Taking you through the year day by day, The Derby Book of Days contains quirky, eccentric, shocking, amusing and important events and facts from different periods in the history of the city.

Product details

• Authors: Sarah Seaton
• Publisher: The History Press Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 01.10.2013
• EAN: 9780752471266
• ISBN: 978-0-7524-7126-6
• No. of pages: 368
• Dimensions: 132 mm x 175 mm x 32 mm
• Weight: 362 g
• Series: Book of Days; Book of Days
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories; Non-fiction book > History > Regional and national histories