Gants Hill: A History in Photographs by Vincent Goodman Paperback Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Gants Hill by Vincent Goodman, Jef Page The first photographic history of Gants Hill FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The first photographic history of Gants Hill. Gants Hill, a suburb of Ilford in Essex, has a rich cultural history stretching back to turn of the last century. This is the first photographic publication to focus specifically on the area, illustrating in detail how the farmland of the early 1900s seemed to change overnight into a major commuter suburb from the 1930s. Each photo is presented with informative captions carefully researched by local businessman and founder of the Gants Hill Facebook Group, Vincent Goodman, together with experienced tour guide and lecturer Jef Page, President of the Ilford Historical Society. AUTHORS: Vincent Goodman is a graphic designer who has owned Speedprint in Gants Hill since 1983. He has previously self-published a childrens book and has collected photos of Gants Hill for over 35 years. He founded the Gants Hill Facebook Group in August 2020, which now has over 6,200 members. Jef Page worked in the National Gallery, London for 25 years and before that for the British Library inside the British Museum. He has a BA Hons from the Open University and an MA Diploma on Museum and Gallery Management from the City University, Barbican, London. He is an experienced freelance lecturer and writer on a variety of historical topics, from art to local history. He is President of Ilford Historical Society, an area that covers Ilford and Gants Hill, and has given many lectures on these topics. 200 b/w illustrations Author Biography Vincent Goodman is a graphic designer who has owned Speedprint in Gants Hill since 1983. He has previously self-published a childrens book and has collected photos of Gants Hill for over 35 years. He founded the Gants Hill Facebook Group in August 2020, which now has over 6,200 members.Jef Page worked in the National Gallery, London for 25 years and before that for the British Library inside the British Museum. He has a BA Hons from the Open University and an MA Diploma on Museum and Gallery Management from the City University, Barbican, London. He is an experienced freelance lecturer and writer on a variety of historical topics, from art to local history. He is President of Ilford Historical Society, an area that covers Ilford and Gants Hill, and has given many lectures on these topics. Review "The book is neatly divided into section covering streets and roads, buildings, houses, and schools. If you remember Gants Hill with affection than this is a book you will treasure." * Essex Jewish News * Promotional The first photographic history of Gants Hill Details ISBN1803992409 Author Jef Page Publisher The History Press Ltd Year 2023 ISBN-10 1803992409 ISBN-13 9781803992402 Publication Date 2023-05-04 UK Release Date 2023-05-04 Format Paperback Imprint The History Press Ltd Place of Publication Stroud Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2023-05-04 NZ Release Date 2023-05-04 Subtitle A History in Photographs Illustrations 200 Illustrations, black and white DEWEY 942.173 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:141989027;

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