In the Headlines

Liverpool's proud past can be well summed up by its headlines. Local author Daniel K. Longman delves into the archives of the Liverpool Echo to discover the events and personalities that have made the city what it is today. From the dramatic effects of the First and Second World Wars on the the city and its residents to the 'Merseybeat' era and the city's regeneration, learn about Liverpool's status as a cultural and industrial hub. The stories uncovered throughout Liverpool In The Headlines are a testament to the determination, strength and wit of the city's people.

Newcastle in the Headlines tells the story of this great and vibrant city as seen through the stories and photographs from the renowned Chronicle, Journal and Sunday Sun newspapers. Author and journalist Dave Morton begins, aptly enough, with the death of Queen Victoria in 1901 and the reaction this caused throughout Newcastle. We then travel through the decades, taking in the First and Second World Wars, the opening of iconic bridges, the rise and fall of the mighty Newcastle United, heart-rending local tragedies, visits from royalty and celebrities and Geordie television heroes. All of this and much more is vividly brought to life through a narrative and photographs that inspire nostalgia and a deep appreciation for this city and its history. Dave Morton perfectly encapsulates the essence of Newcastle and what has helped to create one of the most distinctive senses of community pride. This book highlights why Newcastle always was, and continues to be, a thriving town and the most culturally relevant city in the north-east.

Cardiff in the Headlines reveals the stories that made Cardiff the great city it is today. Author Tony Woolway delves into the archives of the South Wales Echo to discover the dramatic, outlandish and humour-ous events and characters of the city's past. Find out about Cardiff's first international rugby match in 1905, the devastating effects of the Cardiff Blitz, the life and times of Billy the Seal, and the process by which Cardiff formally became the capital of Wales. The stories cover the best times and the tough times, acting as a testament to the strength and humour of the people of Cardiff.