Beside The Seaside: A Picture Postcard Album Souvenir Of 1907 From Portsmouth
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This captivating historical non-fiction work, Beside The Seaside: A Picture Postcard Album Souvenir Of 1907 From Portsmouth, chronicles a bygone era through a unique collection of vintage postcards. It vividly illustrates daily life, popular attractions, and the social fabric of Portsmouth at the turn of the 20th century. The authors present a charming visual journey, offering an intimate glimpse into the leisure activities and architectural grandeur of the period. Readers will discover the nostalgic allure of seaside holidays and the intricate details captured in these historical mementos. This volume serves as both a delightful souvenir and an invaluable resource for understanding early 20th-century British coastal culture.
Author: Harriet Bridgeman & Elizabeth Drury
Format: Hardback
Published: 1977, ELM TREE BOOKS Hamish Hamilton/London
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This captivating historical non-fiction work, Beside The Seaside: A Picture Postcard Album Souvenir Of 1907 From Portsmouth, chronicles a bygone era through a unique collection of vintage postcards. It vividly illustrates daily life, popular attractions, and the social fabric of Portsmouth at the turn of the 20th century. The authors present a charming visual journey, offering an intimate glimpse into the leisure activities and architectural grandeur of the period. Readers will discover the nostalgic allure of seaside holidays and the intricate details captured in these historical mementos. This volume serves as both a delightful souvenir and an invaluable resource for understanding early 20th-century British coastal culture.