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The Mostly Books Abingdon Collection

Abingdon has a number of groups and individuals who seek to investigate, promote and enhance Abingdon's rich architectural and cultural heritage. As such, there are plenty of excellent locally-published books on the town that we have sought out and have available in the shop.

To reserve copies for in-store collection, or to ask for prices on buying more than one copy, please email us here or phone +44 (0)1235 525880.

Here are some of our favourite titles:

The Lost Abbey of Abingdon
Newly published in 2011, this 34 page pamphlet brings together the latest research and discoveries regarding the lost Abbey of Abingdon. Read our review here

£5 at Mostly Books (£8 with postage within UK):

Abingdon in Camera
For anyone curious about life in the town of Abingdon, this is a splendid - largely photographic - record which reconstructs everyday life in the town over a 100 year period. Read our review here

£8.50 at Mostly Books (£10 with postage within UK):




 
 52 things to do...far from the madding beaches
Beautifully produced from suggestions from residents, this book provides ideas, suggestions and inspirations for fantastic days out in the Vale of the White Horse. Read our review here.

£9.99 at Mostly Books (£12 with postage within UK): 

Abingdon Past and Present
A look at how life has changed in Abingdon, contrasting old pictures with the corresponding scene today. Read our review here.

£12 at Mostly Books (£14 with postage within UK):  

More of Abingdon Past and Present
With a wider scope than the original, a look at the more residential and industrial areas of Abingdon - including the former MG factory. Read our review here.

£12 at Mostly Books (£14 with postage within UK):
 
To reserve copies for in-store collection, or to ask for prices on buying more than one copy, please email us here or phone +44 (0)1235 525880.

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