Synopsis
My Sunderland is a buzzing, bustling beehive of facts covering the history of the city of Sunderland from prehistoric times to the present day. This quirky collection of 366 lively and interesting stories brings Sunderlands history to life in a fun and informative way that will appeal to young and old alike. Join characters like Malcolm Mackem, the Wearmouth family and a cheeky history student as they take you on a fascinating journey through Sunderlands past. Discover what became of Hedworths Bath Tub, who was Sunderlands serial killer and what to find on Rains Eye. Hear about the changing face of Minnie the Minster, Bedes Top Ten, the people who look like Hamburgers and a guaranteed way to find Success. Theres a story for every day of the year including a leap year, so turn the pages and uncover your Sunderland.
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About the Author
David Simpson is a former journalist and is the author of over thirty books on British history, topography and culture. He has published titles on London and Scotland as well as publications featuring British nostalgia, history and popular tastes from the 1940s to the 1990s. His special interest is the North East of England where he has entertained and lectured widely on the subject of dialect and place-names. David has appeared in over a hundred television and radio broadcasts both locally and nationally. Richard Callaghan was born in Durham City and educated at Birmingham and Glasgow Universities. He is the author of over twenty books. He has written both for adults and for a family audience on a whole host of subjects including both global and local history. Richard is co-author of the My Year series of books featuring events, culture and current affairs from the 1940s to the late 1990s.
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