Elder, David

Secret Cirencester (Secret)

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ISBN 13:: 9781398105249
author:: Elder, David
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Amberley Publishing
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 96
Dimensions:: 23.4 x 16.5 centimetres (0.28 kg
Genre:: Arts & Photography, Photography, Subjects & Themes,
Condition:: New
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Cirencester's rich history lies beyond its well-documented past as a market town and centre of the Cotswold wool trade. Local author David Elder delves into the town's lesser-known stories, revealing fascinating facts and tales of remarkable characters. From the UK's oldest public outdoor swimming pool to the story of a Victorian female astronomer who became a national expert in sunspots and solar eclipses, 'Secret Cirencester' unearths hidden histories that have been overlooked or lie beneath the surface. This book offers a fresh perspective on a town with a remarkable past. With its unique blend of history, character stories, and intriguing facts, 'Secret Cirencester' is an engaging read for anyone interested in the history of this Gloucestershire town.

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