The Secret History of Southend-on-Sea is filled with hundreds of little-known facts and historical anecdotes. From the arrival of the 'Brides in the Bath' murderer to the famous mountaineer who liked to live at the top of his building, this book will amuse, fascinate and inform all lovers of the area. Southend may not be an ancient town, but it is the largest in Essex and has a history that may surprise residents and visitors alike. This delightful book delves deeper, bringing history and landscape to life.
Autorentext
DEE GORDON is a former recruitment executive and the author of a number of Essex titles including Southend Memories, Infamous Essex Women and Essex's Own. She lives in Westcliff-on-Sea.
Zusammenfassung
The Secret History of Southend-on-Sea is full of intriguing information on the incredible residents, visitors and events that have played a part in Southend's story. Southend-on-Sea, the largest town in Essex, has had an amazingly rich history, and this book collects together hundreds of little-known facts and anecdotes that will make you see the town in a new light. Discover the 'Brides in the Bath' murderer, the top secret military operations performed just off Southend shore and the secret tunnels and smuggling dens used to hide guns, tobacco and Dutch gin. This captivating book will amuse and inform readers in Essex and beyond.
Titel
The Secret History of Southend-on-Sea
Autor
EAN
9780750955454
ISBN
978-0-7509-5545-4
Format
E-Book (epub)
Hersteller
Herausgeber
Veröffentlichung
03.02.2014
Digitaler Kopierschutz
Wasserzeichen
Dateigrösse
5.56 MB
Anzahl Seiten
192
Jahr
2014
Untertitel
Englisch
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