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Plymouth Reflections (Paperback)
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Plymouth Reflections (Paperback)
Series: Reflections
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List price R472
Loot Price R383
Discovery Miles 3 830
You Save R89 (19%)
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Plymouth has a long and varied history with strong connections to
England's most famous mariners including Sir Francis Drake, Sir
Walter Raleigh and Sir John Hawkins. In 1588 Drake famously
continued his game of bowls on Plymouth Hoe as the Spanish Armada
approached, and in 1620 the Pilgrim Fathers left from the port on
their journey to the New World. Much of the city was destroyed in
the Second World War, making a vast expanse unrecognisable.
However, many well-loved landmarks, old buildings and streets
remain. Today Plymouth continues to change, although it is possible
to discover the original buildings, some dating back to medieval
times, and much history lies hidden away in the backstreets of the
Barbican, the Hoe and scattered throughout the city. In Plymouth
Reflections a fascinating collection of historic and modern
pictures are individually merged to reveal how the city has altered
across the decades. Each of the 180 images combines a recent colour
view with a matching archive scene showing how the buildings,
streets and the way of life have changed. Local author Derek Tait
presents this engaging and evocative visual chronicle that reflects
Plymouth past and present. It will appeal to residents, visitors
and all those who know the city well.
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