A wide range of topics are discussed from the geography of the area, buildings and décor to deadly nightshade and portrait medallions worn by the women.Each topic is deeply detailed, informative and I'm sure the product of years of extensive research. My favorite sections were about the people of York, their dress, jewelry and funerary practices. I also very much appreciated the photos and drawings which definitely breathed life into this work.
NetGalley, Julie Hall

A comprehensive historical treasure chest is what awaits in Armstrong’s recent book. Black and white photographs interspersed with detailed explanations of life in Aberdeen during World War Two. This is an interesting read for anyone from the northeast. Armstrong successfully transports readers back in time in this poignant ode to the people of the Granite City and their contribution to the war effort. A must-read for history buffs.
Scottish Field, February/March 2021

How does he do it? David Maidment has authored another in a long line of good books, a truly amazing output.
The Society of Model and Experimental Engineers

The shots are well composed and whole scenes are captured, so there is plenty of infrastructure to be seen... if you are interested in the railway scene in Scotland of 30 to 40 years ago, this is a great book for browsing.
Great North of Scotland Railway Society and Highland Railway Association

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars I thought I was quite well-educated on the history of Britain in 1939, a year that saw the beginning of the war with Nazi Germany. While most will be aware of that I doubt I'm the only one surprised to learn that it was also the year the IRA launched mass bombing attacks in a campaign that lasted through to the next year. Dick Kirby is one of my favourite True Crime authors and I interrupted my "catch up" of his back catalogue to devour his latest book, IRA Terror on Britain's Streets 1939-1940. As always with one of Mr Kirby's books this is meticulously researched and goes into great detail about the protagonists ,the plot,their capture and trials. It also tells in great detail the carnage wrought by the cowardly attacks with the protestations that those of us who remember later attacks will be familiar with that they were planned so as not endanger human life. which were just as dishonest and cynical then as they have been since. As usual Dick Kirby treats.. Read more
NetGalley, Dave Blendell