Tempus jan 2004 (3 risultati)

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The Black Death first hit Europe in 1347, ripping through towns, villages, and families. Men, women, children, young and old succumbed to a painful, drawn-out death as pustules, abscesses, and boils erupted all over their bodies. Subsequent attacks of the disease, coming almost every decade, so limited the population that it was not until the 18th century that it managed to surpass the levels of the 1340s. For over 300 years, Europeans were stalked by death. In the end, this mysterious disease that had terrorized, terrified, and killed millions, disappeared as inexplicably as it had appeared.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book is part of the Images of Wales series, which uses old photographs and archived images to show the history of various local areas in Wales, through their streets, shops, pubs, and people.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This fascinating collection of more than 200 photographs illustrates scenes and events in Porth and the surrounding villages. Following the authorsâ (TM) previous two volumes on the area, this one places particular emphasis on industry, work and community. The book provides a pictorial history of this old town and highlights Thomas & Evans soft drink bottling works which had been in operation under this name since the nineteenth century and since then Corona has been a household name. Beechams bought out the company in 1958 and is still using the Corona name. Through the medium of photography the book captures the essence of life in the Rhondda as it used to be.The photographs in this book have been borrowed from various sources over a number of years and the authors thank all the people who have given their help. This endearing collection provides an unparalleled insight into Porth and its environs and gives a glimpse of the area and the people who live there, at work and also at leisure. The authors have constructed a book that will provide older residents with a nostalgic look at the recent past and bring newcomers and the young an opportunity to look at how things used to be.…