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Books'A Never To Be Forgotten Day' By Alan Duckworth and Darwen Library and the National Home Reading Union by Dr R J Snape. Alan Duckworth, local historian, author and Community History Librarian, has produced a new 34 page booklet in celebration of Darwen Library Centenary. The booklet entitled 'A Never To Be Forgotten Day' charts the history of print, through to the establishment of Darwen Library, although the booklet is small, the information within is very detailed and an excellent read. As with many of Mr Duckworths books, it will not be on the shelf long and is a must for any local history buff and can be purchased from Darwen & Blackburn Library. Ashleigh Barrow Book, Leyland (2008) ISBN 978-0952217374 'Houses of The Gentry in Nineteenth Century Darwen' By L A Hull price £16.00 As well as publishing a local history book, Anne Hull is raising funds for Breast Cancer Care. You can reserve a copy of the book by ringing 01254-777833 or they can visit Brendas Collectables in Darwen's three-day market for more information. An excellent chance to purchase a piece of local history in the making as well as contributing to a worthy charity. The book includes maps and photos of many well known houses and some not so well known. 'Darwen Without Blackburn' By Ashleigh Barrow Books Price £8.00 Re-print of the 1930's book 'Darwen In Retrospect' by Ashleigh Barrow Books. Books can be purchased by sending cheque/PO for £8.00, free postage: Ashleigh Barrow Books, Hollands Cottage, Wigan Rd, Leyland. PR25 5UD |
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