Margaret Manchester's Historical Non-Fiction Books
Killhope Man: Emerging From the Mists of Time
Killhope Man: Emerging From the Mists of Time
Killhope Man: Emerging From the Mists of Time
A true historical mystery uncovered in the heart of the North Pennines, County Durham.
In 1921, a body discovered in a peat bog on an English moor gave rise to a romantic legend of a fallen Jacobite soldier. More than a century later, local archaeologist and author Margaret Manchester sets out to uncover the truth.
Re-examining every detail—from clothing buttons to the shape of the coffin—she challenges long-held assumptions and uncovers a far more complex story…
A fascinating investigation into history, identity, and a century-old mystery finally brought to light.
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Weardale's Peculiar Past
Killhope Man: Emerging From the Mists of Time
Killhope Man: Emerging From the Mists of Time
A captivating journey through the curious history, folklore, and forgotten stories of Weardale.
Discover murders, mysteries, floods, witches, miners' traditions and the remarkable people who once called this beautiful Durham dale home. Drawing on years of research, Margaret Manchester brings together true stories that reveal the rich and often surprising past of this unique corner of the North Pennines.
A fascinating treasury of local history, packed with intriguing discoveries, memorable characters and extraordinary tales waiting to be uncovered.
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Release date: 8th October