• A History of Norwich - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : This important new book provides the first authoritative single-volume account of the rich and fascinating history of this ancient town.
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• A History of Thetford - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : Alan Crosby's book is the first comprehensive modern account of Thetford's long and remarkable history, tracing its changing fortunes and urban life through 2,000 years from its origins as an agricultural village to a modern period of growth and expansion. Based on extensive original research, the book is scholarly and readable, and will have great appeal and value to all with an interest in the history of Norfolk and of East Anglia.
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• An Historical Atlas of Norfolk - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : This third, and fully re-illustrated, edition of "An Historical Atlas of Norfolk" is the first to be published by Phillimore, who have reproduced the maps to a superlative standard. The 93 map topics range from the earliest evidence for human occupation, which is over 450,000 years old, to the changing demography and urban environment of Norfolk today.
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• East Anglian Pedigrees - (Database Online - World Vital Records) : Online edition of this book published by Arthur Campling London, 1939. Search or browse. Subscription required. -

• Fenland Families (England) - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : Well-known local author Rex Sly, whose own family has been living in the Fens since 1545, has researched the history of the best-known Fenland families, names that everyone who lives in the region will recognise. He has also interviewed many family members and visited their homes, shops and businesses to build up a picture that encompasses not only life in this unique area over the last few centuries but also the thriving life of the Fens today.
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• King's Lynn - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : Lynn was as important in the Middle Ages as Liverpool was to become in the Industrial Revolution. It was a major port for centuries, with access to 10 counties through the Ouse river system. Described as 'the Warehouse on the Wash', it maintained its position until the railway robbed it of much of its traffic. After a century in relative decline, the last forty years have seen vigorous expansion and revival. Here, the author deals with the ups and downs of the town's development, including its fascinating architectural history, its industries, markets, society and politics. -

• National Index of Parish Registers: Norfolk - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : Published by the Society of Genealogists Enterprises. -

• Norfolk in the First World War - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : What was life like for Norfolk people during the First World War? This book sets out to answer that question, largely through contemporary sources: letters, diaries and journals, together with a wide range of visual material.
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• Norfolk in the Second World War - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : Norfolk was truly a 'front-line county' during the Second World War. Its men and women served in all branches of the forces, and, because of its proximity to the Continent, the threat of invasion and the reality of air raids affected everyone. This book uses archive evidence to look at what life was like both for men serving overseas and for those at home. Beginning with the experiences of Norfolk men in the Norfolk Regiment in France, Singapore and in the Far East, the book also examines those serving in the Navy, Merchant Navy and the Air Force. The vital role played by women, in the armed forces, the Women's Land Army, and many other jobs, is explored. The book also looks at the daily life of children and adults, the effects of food and clothes rationing, measures taken to prepare the community in case of invasion, and life at school in wartime.
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• The River Nene: a Pictorial History - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : In this striking collection of carefully captioned, old photographs, the author vividly reveals life along the Nene in bygone times. The wide variety of waterside scenes, of bridges, boats, locks, staunches and floods - and people - include both lively town and contrasting peaceful village views. This informative and nostalgic excursion along the River Nene will fascinate residents, river users and visitors to the area. This book is also available from Amazon.com and Amazon.ca. Click on links for details. -

• The Visitation of Norfolk (1563, 1589, 1613) - (Database Online - World Vital Records) : The visitation of Norfolk, made and taken by William Harvey, Clarencieux king of arms, anno 1563, enlarged with another visitation made by Clarenceux Cooke, with many other descents; and also the visitation made by John Raven, Richmond, anno 1613. Subscription required. -

• The Visitation of Norfolk, 1664, Volume 1 - (Database Online - World Vital Records) : Edited and annotated by A. W. Hughes Clarke and Arthur Campling. London, 1933-1934. 2 v. coats of arms. Subscription required. -

• The Visitation of Norfolk, 1664, Volume 2 - (Database Online - World Vital Records) : Edited and annotated by A. W. Hughes Clarke and Arthur Campling. London, 1933-1934. 2 v. coats of arms. Subscription required -

• Tudor and Stuart Norwich - (Book - Amazon.co.uk) : Norwich was the largest and wealthiest provincial city in England throughout the 16th and 17th centuries. It was well-governed and justly famed for its contributions to England's economic development and for its far-sighted initiatives with poor relief, which served as guidelines for the great Elizabethan poor laws. As with other towns, Norwich suffered from economic depression in the early 16th century, especially of its textile trade, but this was offset by developing its functions as a major provincial centre and by attracting large numbers of Dutch and Walloon refugees. -

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