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Beschreibung

Uncover the hidden stories of a charming seaside town in East Kent.

Secret Broadstairs delves into the fascinating history of this Isle of Thanet gem, revealing the lesser-known tales and remarkable characters that have shaped its identity. From the scandalous 18th-century politician Charles Fox to literary giants like Charles Dickens and Oscar Wilde, explore the secrets behind Broadstairs' famous residents and visitors.

Discover the town's intriguing past, including the oldest lighthouse, a smuggler presented to Queen Victoria, and the preserved German shell hole intended for Lord Northcliffe. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper connection to this beloved seaside destination, Secret Broadstairs offers a captivating journey through the unusual events and tucked-away locations that define its unique character.

Uncover the hidden stories of a charming seaside town in East Kent.

Secret Broadstairs delves into the fascinating history of this Isle of Thanet gem, revealing the lesser-known tales and remarkable characters that have shaped its identity. From the scandalous 18th-century politician Charles Fox to literary giants like Charles Dickens and Oscar Wilde, explore the secrets behind Broadstairs' famous residents and visitors.

Discover the town's intriguing past, including the oldest lighthouse, a smuggler presented to Queen Victoria, and the preserved German shell hole intended for Lord Northcliffe. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper connection to this beloved seaside destination, Secret Broadstairs offers a captivating journey through the unusual events and tucked-away locations that define its unique character.

Über den Autor
Andy Bull is a freelance writer, having worked previously as a journalist and editor on newspapers and magazines and other media. He has been researching British pilgrimage routes for a number of years and has published two guidebooks: Pilgrim Pathways and London to Walsingham Camino. He is a trustee of the Confraternity of St James, works closely with the British Pilgrimage Trust, and leads regular pilgrimage walks and gives talks to church, historical and other groups. He has written several books on local history, mountain biking, travel and journalism and other topics.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2019
Fachbereich: Regionalgeschichte
Genre: Geschichte, Importe
Rubrik: Geisteswissenschaften
Medium: Taschenbuch
Reihe: Secret
Inhalt: Kartoniert / Broschiert
ISBN-13: 9781445695952
ISBN-10: 1445695952
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Bull, Andy
Hersteller: Amberley Publishing
Secret
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 231 x 160 x 8 mm
Von/Mit: Andy Bull
Erscheinungsdatum: 15.11.2019
Gewicht: 0,282 kg
Artikel-ID: 117502856