Personalised Nostalgic Local History Books
Hundreds of nostalgic photo books about Britain. Twelve fascinating ranges to enjoy, all printed to order and lavishly illustrated with our high quality photographs. From books depecting life as it was in the first half of the 20th Century to a more recent step back in time to the 1960s, via recipes, trivia and poetry - there's sure to be something which will whet your reading apetite. Many of our books can be personalised for free with your own text on the title page to make a perfect gift for birthday's, Christmas and other celebrations.
The perfect, personalised gift
Add a personal dedication to the title page - free of charge. Most of our books are printed individually to order. You can add a personal message when you buy that will be printed on the title page at no extra cost, making our books a great gift or keepsake. This is a great option for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and leaving or retirement.
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Over 2 million books sold since 1999
" I ordered a book with a personalised touch (from my youngest kids to their grandma). Having the option to personalise is one of the reasons I bought it. It was promptly delivered, no fuss, no delays. An absolutely beautiful pictorial historical account of my Mum's home town, which I am sure she will be delighted with.
Thank you very much Francis Frith."
What people say:
Added 16th March 2011
“Really have enjoyed my book. Wonderful collection”
Added 26th October 2021
“just wanted to let you know that the order has arrived today!
this is great, as it is my partner's birthday, so I wanted to thank you all for a fantastic service!
Many thanks to all the team.”
Added 16th March 2011
“I recently purchased your East London Photographic Memories and I would like to say what an excellent read it is - full of old photos and such. I will probably be buying some of your other books in the future”
Added 10th November 2022
Excellent Service!
“I ordered two books from Frances Frith, they came in two days, very quick service, books were very well packaged and arrived in excellent condition. Will be using them again in the future”
Added 9th June 2005
“Customer Ref. No. 161465 Received to-day my copy of above publication, Many thanks. Very pleased way beyond my expectations”
Added 16th March 2011
“…the photographs are lovely and you have caught the feeling of the town so well in your captions - it is a joy to read and I look forward to your next edition. Many thanks for such a lovely book”
Added 16th March 2011
“The book is great by the way just what I wanted & the inscription looks lovely. I've no doubt I'll be using your company again in the future”
Added 28th September 2012
“I was delighted to receive my parcel on Wednesday of this week, having taken only seven days in transit to Brisbane "down under".
So Thank you very much for your very prompt attention to my order.
The quality of the books is superb and my family and I look forward to many Happy hours reminiscing about the places we know and love so much.
I will definitely be ordering from you again”
Added 16th March 2011
“I must apologize for the lateness of response but have only just finished reading said book which I found most informative. The quality of the photographs seems better than previous and the layout of the pages led seamlessly from one to another. All in all a thoroughly good read which leads me to quote some previous author who said, “the book to read is not the one that thinks for you but the one that makes you think.” Your books certainly make you think”
Added 16th March 2011
“Thank you so much for a wonderful book which brings back so many memories for my husband”
Added 18th December 2017
“I have today received my book and wanted to let you know that I am delighted. Just what I wanted and thank you for a very efficient service and quick delivery”
Added 22nd December 2017
“Can I just say, WOW, I am lost for words. I received the book I got for my Mum's Christmas today and was so impressed with it. Brilliant. Thank you, I'm so glad I found you on line after hours of searching what to get her. So, so happy with it. Thanks a million”
Added 16th March 2011
“I would like to thank you for your most wonderful books. For birthdays, Xmas, Easter etc they are great presents. Many thanks again”
Added 16th March 2011
“Recently I received my copy of "I Remember When" (I had a friend send it to me) I am extremely satisfied with the quality of this book. I am also grateful to you for choosing some of my own contributions to include in this fine coffeetable book
I firmly believe that the Francis Frith Collection is a wonderful way for us to memorialise our living experiences for others to rerad.
Again Thank You for these opportunities”
Added 16th March 2011
“To all at Francis Frith.I have just recieved my copy of 'I Remember When' which includes my entry about the Witch from my family's past (page 197, bottom right hand side).
As a hopeful as yet unpublished writer, it was fantastic to see my name in print! To know that other readers will see my own name has given me an enormous kick.
Also, the book itself is prooving to be a good read that I can pick up and put down at any time and I'll always find facinating stories, some of which have already brought back memories of my own.
My Dad is in hospital at the moment, so I'll be taking the book with me on my next visit to show him. He will be impressed with it too!
Thanks once again, all at Francis Frith for choosing to include my memory. I'll be using your site again to order very soon, and I'll sing your prais es to everyone I work with (whether they are interested or not)!
Best wishes.
Ann Martin (one very satisfied customer”
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