Written with humour and understanding, and attractively illustrated, this book is an enjoyable
introduction to the subject, especially for those who enjoy local history and wish to write and
possibly publish, and for students of history who want authoritative guidance on the preparation
of dissertations and theses. This new edition features essential guidance on a range of key
topics, from finding sources and transcribing to presenting/publishing the finished product.

Author Philip Payton’s history of the great county of Sussex combines excellent research with a
genuine talent for writing. It is brilliantly readable, beautifully illustrated and comprehensive, and will
be a must for anyone interested in the history of the county, or indeed of Great Britain. In terms of
quality, content and availability, this book corners the market – there are no competitors.

On a sunny afternoon in July 1933, a remarkable building opened its doors to the public for
the first time. This book, with its numerous superb illustrations, tells the fascinating story of
the hotel from its inception and 1930s prime, through its role as a hospital in World War Two,
to its sale into private ownership and fluctuating fortunes up to the present day.

The Industrial Revolution changed the world. The images we all share – of steam engines,
multi-storey textile mills, and of regiments of working men and women flooding out of factory
gates at the end of their shifts – are so familiar that it is easy to forget just how profound and
upsetting these innovations were at the time.

This collection of walks enables you to travel through time and uncover the hidden history of
the area – a history that includes giant flying worms, fairy folklore and an American President.
Explore these long forgotten paths, and discover spectacular views where you can pause,
catch your breath and lose yourself in the landscape.