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OverviewA remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for visitors and locals alike. . A gravestone in the churchyard of St Edwards at Leek suggests that the deceased died at the ripe old age of 438! . The ashes of Hanley-born Sir Stanley Matthews are buried beneath the centre circle at Stoke's Britannia Stadium. . The sun sets twice in Leek each summer solstice. . Sarah Westwood from Lichfield was the last woman to be executed at Stafford Gaol, in 1844. The Little Book of Staffordshire is a compendium of fascinating information about the county, past and present. It contains a plethora of entertaining facts about Staffordshire's famous and occasionally infamous men and women, its towns and countryside, history, natural history, literary, artistic and sporting achievements, customs ancient and modern, transport, battles and ghostly appearances. A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage, the secrets and the enduring fascination of the county. A remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for visitors and locals alike. AUTHOR: Kate Gomez works in community development in Lichfield and writes the popular local history blog, lichfieldlore.co.uk as well as running the social history group Lichfield Discovered, which offers a variety of walks and visits to places of interest in and around Staffordshire. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Kate GomezPublisher: The History Press Ltd Imprint: The History Press Ltd Edition: New edition ISBN: 9781803994277ISBN 10: 1803994274 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 28 September 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationKate Gomez works in community development in Lichfield and writes the popular local history blog, lichfieldlore.co.uk as well as running the social history group Lichfield Discovered, which offers a variety of walks and visits to places of interest in and around Staffordshire. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |