Slate Mining in the Lake District by Alastair Cameron, £14.99

The remnants of slate mining and quarrying form as much a part of the Lakeland historic landscape as the stone walls, heathered moorlands and Lakeland farms do. A significant number of local families currently living in Lake District villages have had some connections with the slate industry in the past, and a few are still involved in the industry today.

This new book explores the history of the industry in the Lake District from references to slate being worked in Longsleddale as early as 1208 right through to the present day. Beautifully illustrated with full colour photographs throughout combined with historic detail and full captions this is a truly accessible guide.

CAROLINE REECE

WATERSTONES, KENDAL