Leisure & culture
John Joseph Briggs' 19th century diary.
This book is full of enthralling snippets of village life. It also includes national events, social comment and natural history. The diary is enhanced by numerous photographs, many in colour. Open any page and you will find something to amuse, amaze or intrigue you.
Publication details:
Title: Melbourne 1820-1875. A Diary by John Joseph Briggs.
Editor: Philip Heath
ISBN: 0 903463 78 4
Price: Was £10.99 now reduced to £3.50 including post and packing)