Published as part of the Voices series, and featuring previously unpublished archive photographs of buildings, people and the fishing industry, "Voices of Leigh-on-Sea"has seen many changes over the past seventy years. From a small fishing village before the war, it has burgeoned into a bustling commuter town, spreading its boundaries to encompass parts of Prittlewell and Eastwood. This book comprises the memories of more than fifty people who lived and worked in Leigh between 1919 and 1970. Individually, these stories are interesting; together they create a fascinating picture of a Leigh...
Published as part of the Voices series, and featuring previously unpublished archive photographs of buildings, people and the fishing industry, "Voice...
There is nothing 'little' about the history of Essex However, this small volume condenses that fascinating, rich history into a collection of stories and facts that will make you marvel at the events our county has witnessed. Discover the development of ship building at Harwich, the silk and woollen industries in central Essex, the fortunes of Chelmsford and Colchester and the rise of seaside resorts at Southend and Clacton. Take a journey through Essex's historic struggles and celebrations or jump in to the era of your choice to discover the who, what and why of our county's history.
There is nothing 'little' about the history of Essex However, this small volume condenses that fascinating, rich history into a collection of stories...
