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Local History
Hardback. Intersected by an ancient brook, the 18th-century Grand Union Canal, the 19th-century London-Birmingham railway and a 20th-century grid-road system, Bradwell has seen its fair share of change over the years. This book charts the history of the town, from Roman settlers, to a disused railway line now threading a modern route as a cycle path. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKESU; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 243 x 13. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Publisher
- Batsford Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752463193
- ISBN
- 9780752463193
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.57
€ 17.99
€ 13.57
Paperback. Num Pages: 80 pages, 25 mono photos. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 182 x 110 x 7. Weight in Grams: 134.
- Publisher
- Bradwell Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781910551325
- ISBN
- 9781910551325
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 7.32
€ 7.32
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445662268
- ISBN
- 9781445662268
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.28
€ 28.28
Paperback. Completed in 1944 as a satellite airfield to nearby St David's, Brawdy soon supplanted its parent for meteorological reasons. Used initially by the RAF Coastal Command, it passed to the Royal Navy in 1946, becoming HMS Goldcrest. The base was used by the Navy up to 1974, when the RAF resumed control once again. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 165 x 8. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 176
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752449234
- ISBN
- 9780752449234
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 18.06
€ 24.99
€ 18.06
Paperback. Bricks were introduced to Britain by the Romans and reintroduced by Flemish craftsmen in the middle ages. This book gives an insight into the surprising variety of bricks, as well as a brief history of brickmaking, descriptions of hand and machine moulding, drying, the use of kilns and firing. Series: Shire Library. Num Pages: 32 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; TT; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 147 x 4. Weight in Grams: 96.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Shire Publications Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd
- Number of pages
- 32
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780747800675
- ISBN
- 9780747800675
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.99€ 8.42
€ 9.99
€ 8.42
Paperback. A story of two men with a love of the out-doors and the Brazos River and the people they met along their journey. It explores the Brazos and its bridges. The Brazos River meanders 923 miles from the Texas Panhandle to the Gulf of Mexico. Journalist Jon McConal and Eddie Lane met the people who lived near the bridges, and heard their stories. Num Pages: 176 pages, 12 b&w photos, maps, list of bridges, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Texas Christian University Press
- Edition
- 1St Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780875653129
- ISBN
- 9780875653129
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99
€ 19.99
Paperback. Collection of over 200 archive pictures highlighting the developments that have taken place in the Shropshire market town of Bridgnorth during the last century. Every aspect of life in Bridgnorth is explored, from schools, churches and shops to sporting achievements, ceremonies and events. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMP; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 292.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752436371
- ISBN
- 9780752436371
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.49
€ 20.99
€ 16.49
Paperback. First published in 1993, this revised and updated edition brings the history of the River Parrett up to date and introduces some fascinating photographic records. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 236 x 10. Weight in Grams: 366.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752452937
- ISBN
- 9780752452937
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.17
€ 19.99
€ 18.17
Paperback. A history of Brierley Hill at work Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752465111
- ISBN
- 9780752465111
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.56
€ 19.99
€ 15.56
Paperback. Brierley Hill is one of the heavily industrialised towns that make up the region known as the Black Country. Like many such towns it can easily be divided into many smaller communities that, while being part of Brierley Hill, have quite an independent existence and identity of their own. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WQH; WQN; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752455631
- ISBN
- 9780752455631
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.56
€ 19.99
€ 15.56
Paperback. From historical facts and figures to the strange and bizarre, and from famous quotations to what the locals really think of their city, this book tells you things you never knew you never knew about Brighton and Hove. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 116 x 175 x 9. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752467986
- ISBN
- 9780752467986
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 6.19
€ 6.19
Hardcover. Brighton & Hove On This Day revisits all the most magical and memorable moments from the two towns' pulsating history, mixing in a maelstrom of quirky anecdotes and legendary characters to produce an irresistibly dippable B&H diary - with an entry for every day of the year. Everything you never knew you needed to know about your favourite resort. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 187 x 132 x 20. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Pitch Publishing Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781909626683
- ISBN
- 9781909626683
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 7.86
€ 7.86
Sheet map, folded. Series: Old Ordnance Survey Maps of Sussex. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; 3JJC; HBTP1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 115 x 3. Weight in Grams: 26. Sussex Sheet 66.09. Series: Old Ordnance Survey Maps of Sussex. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; 3JJC; HBTP1; WQH. Dimension: 205 x 115 x 3. Weight: 24.
- Publisher
- Alan Godfrey Maps
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847840851
- ISBN
- 9781847840851
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 6.95
€ 6.95
Paperback. Series: Photographic Memories. Num Pages: 96 pages, Historical photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 189. .
- Publisher
- Frith Book Company Ltd. United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- Revised
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781859371923
- ISBN
- 9781859371923
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.66
€ 19.99
€ 15.66
Paperback. Brighton Pubs gives a unique and fascinating insight into some of Brighton's famous and infamous pubs, taverns and inns. Series: Pubs. Num Pages: 96 pages, 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKESX; WQH; WTHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165. .
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445649931
- ISBN
- 9781445649931
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.69
€ 20.99
€ 16.69
Paperback. Presents the history of Bristol. This volume contains a portfolio of new and original views of Bristol's locations, all by local photographers. It depicts how the city has evolved to meet the changing needs and tastes of its residents and visitors. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 169 x 8. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752470009
- ISBN
- 9780752470009
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.91
€ 17.99
€ 13.91
Paperback. Bristol is one of Britain's most exciting and vibrant cities, where old meets new with great success. Recent years have seen a dramatic transformation of the city centre and waterfront, offering a fabulous shopping experience and a wide choice of cafes and restaurants. Num Pages: 24 pages, map. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 169 x 4. Weight in Grams: 116.
- Publisher
- Pitkin Publishing
- Number of pages
- 24
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841653891
- ISBN
- 9781841653891
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 7.32
€ 7.32
Sheet map, folded. Series: Old O.S. Maps of Gloucestershire. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; 3JJC; WQH; WTRM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 120 x 2. Weight in Grams: 26. Gloucestershire Sheet 72.14. Series: Old O.S. Maps of Gloucestershire. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; 3JJC; WQH; WTRM. Dimension: 210 x 120 x 2. Weight: 26.
- Publisher
- Alan Godfrey Maps
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- Facsimile
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841514246
- ISBN
- 9781841514246
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 6.96
€ 6.96
Sheet map, folded. Series: Old O.S. Maps of Gloucestershire. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH; WTRM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 122 x 3. Weight in Grams: 26. Gloucestershire Sheet 75.04. Series: Old O.S. Maps of Gloucestershire. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH; WTRM. Dimension: 210 x 122 x 3. Weight: 24.
- Publisher
- Alan Godfrey Maps
- Publication date
- 1998
- Edition
- Facsimile of 1902 ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841510095
- ISBN
- 9781841510095
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 6.96
€ 6.96
Paperback. A fascinating tour of Bristol's pub scene, charting the city's taverns, alehouses and watering holes, from past centuries to more recent times. Series: Pubs. Num Pages: 96 pages, 80. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; WQH; WTHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 165. .
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445661681
- ISBN
- 9781445661681
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.49
€ 20.99
€ 16.49
Hardcover. Num Pages: 176 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBCB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 290 x 14. Weight in Grams: 854.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Heritage House Publishing Co Ltd Canada
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781894384490
- ISBN
- 9781894384490
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.58
€ 14.99
€ 11.58
Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBCB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 279 x 11. Weight in Grams: 592.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Heritage House Publishing Co Ltd Canada
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781894384506
- ISBN
- 9781894384506
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 15.31
€ 20.99
€ 15.31
Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBCB; WDKX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 191 x 138 x 16. Weight in Grams: 284.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- TouchWood Editions Canada
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781926741253
- ISBN
- 9781926741253
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 19.25
€ 27.99
€ 19.25
Paperback. From Britannia to the Blue Pullman, Evening Star to Inter-City, Greg Morse takes us through this turbulent 20-year period, which started with a poor bag of assets and ended with BR poised to launch the fastest diesel-powered train in the world. Series: Shire Library. Num Pages: 56 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJPG; 3JJPK; WGF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 149 x 6. Weight in Grams: 148. New.
- Publisher
- Shire Publications Ltd
- Number of pages
- 56
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780747811688
- ISBN
- 9780747811688
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 8.89
€ 8.89
Paperback. Series: History and Celebration. Num Pages: 128 pages, Historical photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 189. .
- Publisher
- The Francis Frith Collection United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- Large type / large print edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845896164
- ISBN
- 9781845896164
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 18.25
€ 24.99
€ 18.25
Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 154 x 14. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Heritage House Publishing Co Ltd Canada
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781894974929
- ISBN
- 9781894974929
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 19.25
€ 27.99
€ 19.25
Paperback. From Bedford-Stuyvesant to Williamsburg, Brooklyn's historic names are emblems of American culture and history. Talking about the stories behind the landmarks, this book deals with the borough's textured past. It also tells the tales of the poets, philosophers, baseball heroes, diplomats, warriors, and saints who have left their imprint. Num Pages: 214 pages, 9 maps, 94 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; GBGP; WQH; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5182 x 3226 x 14. Weight in Grams: 263.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- New York University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 214
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780814799468
- ISBN
- 9780814799468
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.51
€ 30.51
Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Broughty Ferry has changed and developed over the last century. Series: Through Time. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 232 x 9. Weight in Grams: 302.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445652375
- ISBN
- 9781445652375
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.69
€ 20.99
€ 16.69
Paperback. Num Pages: 250 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; HBJK; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 179 x 20. Weight in Grams: 381.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Wordware Publishing Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781556226984
- ISBN
- 9781556226984
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 18.40
€ 18.99
€ 18.40
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445618593
- ISBN
- 9781445618593
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.49
€ 20.99
€ 16.49
Paperback. This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Bude has changed and developed over the last century. Num Pages: 96 pages, 180 illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: 1DBKEWC; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 189 x 9. Weight in Grams: 288.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445617978
- ISBN
- 9781445617978
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.49
€ 20.99
€ 16.49
Paperback. Pocket Images Buntingford Series: Pocket Images. Num Pages: 128 pages, chiefly Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEST; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 124 x 10. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Publisher
- Nonsuch Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845881337
- ISBN
- 9781845881337
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.12
€ 9.12
Paperback. Using over 200 evocative images, this book documents the people and places of Burslem, the mother town of the potteries. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, Approx 200. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMS; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 164 x 9. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752434568
- ISBN
- 9780752434568
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.56
€ 19.99
€ 15.56
Paperback. Series: Town and City Memories. Num Pages: 128 pages, Historical photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 188 x 8. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Publisher
- The Francis Frith Collection
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- Rev Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845891558
- ISBN
- 9781845891558
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.47
€ 19.99
€ 15.47
Paperback. A guided tour of the historic town of Bury St Edmunds, showing how the areas you know and love have transformed over the centuries. Series: History Tour. Num Pages: 96 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAS; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 125 x 167 x 12. Weight in Grams: 164.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445657011
- ISBN
- 9781445657011
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.23
€ 17.23
Paperback. Bushey, in the 'Archive Photographs' series, is a remarkable collection of over 200 old photographs of the ancient community of Bushey, covering the period from the 1860s to the 1960s: the time of the most radical changes in the town's long history. Series: Archive Photographs. Num Pages: 128 pages, 220 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEST; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 164 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Number of pages
- 128
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752410425
- ISBN
- 9780752410425
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.23
€ 17.99
€ 16.23
Paperback.
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Publisher
- Four Courts Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846821349
- ISBN
- 9781846821349
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 15.13
€ 16.99
€ 15.13
Hardcover.
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Publisher
- Four Courts Press Dublin
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846821332
- ISBN
- 9781846821332
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 35.00€ 30.68
€ 35.00
€ 30.68
Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 75 plus complete OS map of Bute, plus sketch maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; WQH; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 536. A Guide. 352 pages, 75 plus complete OS map of Bute, plus sketch maps. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKS; WQH; WTH. Dimension: 199 x 129 x 22. Weight: 532.
- Publisher
- David Mcdowall Publishing
- Number of pages
- 352
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780952784777
- ISBN
- 9780952784777
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.25
€ 17.25
Paperback. This fascinating collection of 200 photographs tells the story of Cardiff's disappearing docklands, known throughout the world as 'Tiger Bay'. It illustrates the history of the docks and the associated residential area of Butetown with its eclectic mix of nationalities and cultures. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of Wales. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKW; HBJD1; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 9. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752415826
- ISBN
- 9780752415826
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.56
€ 19.99
€ 15.56