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 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 14th February 2018
“The book has arrived- hurrah! It looks absolutely fabulous. I can’t thank you enough for both the speediness and quality. A huge thank you.”
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
“Came across your book quite by accident. What a wonderful trip down memory lane and also the added bonus of a free print which means my father's Xmas present is sorted! As he is Repton born and bred so a BIG Thank You”
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 16th March 2011
“I have finally received my eagerly awaited copy of the book "I Remember When...". I was curious as to which story your company had published in the book. I was overwhelmed and astonished to see that you have published four of my stories, one of which is on Page 69. This entailed the story of the Majestic Cinema in Mitcham and my subsequent dream of going to the South Pacific. The pictures attached are in fact one of the islands I lived on for 14 years with my husband and two daughters - the youngest was born there and the eldest was 16 months when we arrived. We were there when Papua New Guinea became an Independent Nation and I have many experiences and memories of the island of New Britain - of course I have written these down - but are only for private publication. We left when my husband was murdered, but that is another story.
I continue to live in the Pacific and at the moment I am in Far North Queensland, Australia.
I will continue to write on your site on the different places I visited during my young years. I enjoy reading the book, it is very well presented, and learning of more experiences of the other writers in the book.
Thank you again for publishing my stories and I look forward to seeing another book published next year, whether it has any of my stories in it or not.
I would be grateful if you can forward my thanks to John M Buck”
Added 16th March 2011
“The book has really given me quite unbelievable pleasure and brought back so many wonderful memories, a treasure indeed”
Added 16th March 2011
“Thanks for a real grand book”
Added 16th March 2011
“I felt I had to write to congratulate you on the production of such an excellent book…..I found the book of immense interest”
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 30th March 2019
“I recently received a personalised copy of your "Did You Know" Cornwall and am delighted with it and is just the sort of book I was looking for. I was more than impressed with your speedy delivery and service. Praise where praise is due. Very many thanks indeed. C. Penn”
Added 16th March 2011
“The book was a Christmas present. An excellent choice which gave me a wonderful trip down memory lane on Christmas Day. Thank you”
Added 16th March 2011
“Thank you so much for a wonderful book which brings back so many memories for my husband”
Added 16th March 2011
“May I take this opportunity of saying how much I have enjoyed your book…”
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”
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