Bloody British History: Shrewsbury

Death to them all! The story of Shrewsbury Castle, where an entire garrison was executed. The true story of the Three-Hour Battle which left over 6,000 men dead or dying. The admiral who used his enemies' heads as evidence. The tightrope artiste who dived to his death. Weird by true! how Gullet Passage and Grope Lane got their names! This book tells the incredible story of Shrewsbury. From Welsh attacks to the infamous Battle of 1403 and with public executions, gruesome medical treatments and plagues, disasters and dolorous events by the dozen, read it if you dare!

Dorothy Nicolle is a Blue Badge Guide qualified to lead tours throughout the 'Heart of England' regions, although she concentrates on Shropshire and its adjacent counties. She gives lectures throughout the year, and has written dozens of books on the history of the area. She has an honours degree in British Archaeology and History.