Secret Bournemouth by Andrew Jackson

Secret Bournemouth by Andrew Jackson

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Secret Bournemouth explores the lesser-known history of the town of Bournemouth through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.

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Secret Bournemouth by Andrew Jackson

Although Bournemouth was only developed in the last 200 years, the town has a fascinating history. Behind the façade of this seaside resort is a story of singular events, little-known personalities and places that are often overlooked or forgotten. In Secret Bournemouth, author Andrew Jackson reveals the history of the town, from the creation of a resort by the Tregonwell family in an area of sand dunes and heath frequented by smugglers to the present-day large business and commercial centre on the south coast. Along the way we look at Bournemouth at war, its special place in aeronautical history, entertainments and other leisure attractions that have attracted many people over the years, its connections to the arts and literature and much more. With tales of remarkable characters, unusual events and hidden or vanished historical buildings and locations, Secret Bournemouth will appeal to all those with an interest in the history of this resort on the south coast.
Andrew Jackson lives in Dorset and has been interested in the local history of the area for many years. He has written three previous books for Amberley: Poole Pubs, Historic England: Dorset and A-Z of Poole.
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ISBN 13 9781398107540
ISBN 10 1398107549
Title Secret Bournemouth
Author Andrew Jackson
Series Secret
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Amberley Publishing
Year published 2023-02-15
Number of pages 96
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.