Discover Liverpool - Hardcover

Ken Pye

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1905266359 ISBN 13: 9781905266357

Publisher: Trinity Mirror Sport Media, 2007

Synopsis

'Discover Liverpool' is an invitation to revel in the magic of one of England's greatest cities, courtesy of a beautifully crafted A4 hardback book and accompanying DVD. This is not an academic tome, but rather a labour of love by author and city expert KEN PYE. It will prove an inspiration to the many thousands of people expected to help the city celebrate its 800th birthday this year. A tidal wave of visitors will follow in 2008 when Liverpool basks in the title of European Capital of Culture. The eyes of the world will be on the famous port during this spell and Discover Liverpool will inspire readers to take one or all of the eight detailed tours that will guide them into the heart of the city to reveal the characters, buildings, myths, ghost stories and legends that make Liverpool unique. The DVD backs all this up with a magical preview of iconic attractions like the waterfront a world heritage site as Ken Pye s complete city history unfolds. The DVD is produced by Colin McKeown and his highly respected city-based LA Productions. With a proven track record in high quality television and film production, LA Productions produces work of outstanding quality in whichever genre and format they work in. McKeown is a well established producer in his own right, responsible for amongst other things establishing 'Brookside', producing 'Liverpool One', 'Nice Guy Eddie' and the award- winning feature film 'Liam'. Discover Liverpool will be welcomed by Liverpudlians themselves and is everything a visitor will need to enjoy a visit to Merseyside.

About this title

Synopsis:

"Discover Liverpool" is an invitation to revel in the magic of one of England's greatest cities, courtesy of a beautifully crafted book and accompanying DVD. This is not an academic tome, but rather a labour of love by author Ken Pye. "Discover Liverpool" will stand as a comprehensive history of the city, backed up by a superb two and a half hour DVD produced by Colin McKeown's highly respected and city-based LA Productions. You will be inspired to take one or all of the eight detailed tours that guide you into the heart of the city and out into the suburbs to reveal the characters, buildings, myths and legends that make Liverpool unique. This book is everything you will need to gain a real insight in Liverpool - European Capital of Culture 2008.

About the Author:

Ken Pye is a Liverpool-born author who is passionate about local history, theatre, the arts photography and travel. He is also a chef so he can cook a mean book. A one time bingo-caller, mortuary attendant and pop singer he is a walking culture company. A member of the Historic Society, Liverpools legacy is safe in Ken s hands.

About this edition

• Publisher: Trinity Mirror Sport Media
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1905266359
• ISBN 13: 9781905266357
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 256