The best views of Shropshire ever published ? if you buy only one book on Shropshire, make it this one! David Trumper is one of Shropshire's best known historians. He has written at least one book on the county each year for the last two decades, forming an incredible collection of illustrated local history that celebrates Shropshire life over the last century; from long-lost scenes and vistas to the bustle of Shropshire's streets in days gone by, his work captures all aspects of local life. This special collection, published to mark the twentieth anniversary of his first book on the town, Shrewsbury in Old Photographs (1994), draws on his two decades of research and presents the finest images from those collections as a special single volume. It will delight both visitors and residents alike. AUTHOR: David Trumper was born in Shrewsbury and grew up in the town. He taught at several schools in Shropshire before his retirement in 2000. David has always had an interest in local history and photography, and has collected and photographed over 20,000 views of Shrewsbury and Shropshire, dating from 1842 up until the present day. He has had 22 books published, as well as his work for local papers and magazines. David is well known in Shropshire's historical circles, leading talks and historical walks in the area throughout the year. He has been married to his wife Wendy for over 40 years, and has a daughter and two grandchildren. SELLING POINTS: ? The History Press's backlist contains tens of thousands of rare photographs. This new series collects together the best of them ? Special gift-book price ? 150 stunning views of Shropshire inside ? Draws on more than 20 volumes by local historian David Trumper, and more than 20 years of research ? Explores all aspects of Shropshire life, from early industry to the popular local hangouts of Swingin' Sixties
