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Houses, schools, factories, railway stations - we are surrounded by buildings. Most of them look ordinary, yet they may have surprising stories to tell. How and why were they built? Who lived in them? What were their links with other events? And who first found out their history? This book will help you discover these hidden tales for yourself. It explains basic research techniques, and guides you to the best places to find revealing evidence.

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9781432995836

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These original and well-written books begin with a historical mystery solved through the research of amateur or professional historians, followed by examples of successful historical investigations in all parts of the world. . . .These books could spark class or individual projects, but their main strength lies in their demonstration that everything indeed does have a history; students will be inspired to enhance their knowledge of the past with their own historical investigations.-- School Library Journal

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Andrew Langley is a prolific author of books for children, with a special interest in history and the environment. He has been short-listed for several major awards, most recently with books on natural disasters and Hiroshima.

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