Martin Easdown Book order

Lavishly illustrated throughout, Martin Easdown tells the story of seaside Daddy-Long-Legs Railway icon.

An fascinating illustrated history of Folkestone's Golden Age as a fashionable seaside resort during the course of the nineteenth century.

A guided tour of the historic town of Hythe, showing how it has changed over the past century and more.

This book illustrates, mainly in colour, all the principal cliff lifts and railways that have been built in the British Isles.

The first book to feature the lost country houses of the `Garden of England'.

Beautiful postcards capture old Hythe in all its glory.

A ride on a rollercoaster is the highlight of any trip to an amusement or theme park. From the first mass-produced rollercoaster, the Switchback Railway, through to the giant wooden coasters of the inter-war period, the author uses historic postcards and photographs to chart their development and that of other amusement rides.

This fascinating selection of more than 180 photographs traces some of the many ways in which Hythe has changed and developed over the last century.

The book evokes nostalgia for the vibrant history of Sussex piers, particularly Hastings and Brighton. It captures the essence of their golden eras, exploring the cultural and social significance of these iconic structures. Through vivid imagery and engaging anecdotes, it highlights the piers' role in leisure activities and community life, showcasing their architectural beauty and the memorable experiences they offered to generations of visitors.

In this work, Martin Easdown turns his expert attention westward to the Lancashire coast. His highly illustrated survey of the piers constructed at famous resorts like Blackpool, Morecambe, Southport and St Annes-on-Sea celebrates structures that are among the most exuberant and evocative of the Victorian age.