A fascinating and diverse collection of images from the author’s extensive photographic archive, recalling Jarrow’s rich heritage both past and present. You will be taken on a tour of Jarrow, a town situated on the south bank of the River Tyne which is famous the world over for the fine ships it produced for almost a century, courtesy of the Palmer Empire.
Some of the images will undoubtedly evoke powerful memories of yesteryear, while others will provide the younger generations among us, not only to the past, but also to the vibrant spirit and sense of pride and community which has sustained the people of Jarrow throughout change, poverty and
235 x 165 mm | paperback | 96 pages | 180 sepia and colour photographs