Martin Bellamy Livres

The Anchor Line was one of the great shipping companies of the Clyde. It was famed for its sleek, luxurious liners operating between Glasgow and New York, and for its smart steamers sailing to India. For many years its beautiful, black-funnelled transatlantic liners were the largest ships sailing regularly from the Clyde, and they came to symbolize the romance of Glasgow's powerful shipping and shipbuilding industries. The book makes use of contemporary images and the personal narratives of passengers and crew to give a compelling insight into the operation of this famous shipping line. A unique glimpse of a time when Glasgow's docks truly were the gateway to the world.

Step back in time with this book to the days of the trams and tenements and see how the people of Glasgow worked, played and lived in 1955.

Published to mark the refurbishment of The Burrell Collection in Glasgow in Spring 2022. This new biography is based on recent research, full access to the Burrell archive and in-depth knowledge of the collection. Sir William was a complicated and private man and an extraordinary philanthropist.

It's all in here-memories, music, and unforgettable moments, including conversations with some of the decade's legendary artists, the best of the '90s celebri-tea, nostalgia, and insights on what it meant to be a tastemaker during one of the most exciting and innovative periods in music and American pop culture history.

Bill Bellamy was a regular officer with the 8th King's Royal Irish Hussars from 1943 until 1955. He witnessed many of his contemporaries killed in action. This work offers an account of one man's experience of the battle for Europe in 1944 and 1945.

Focusing on innovative business strategies, this book outlines how to profit from providing reliable energy services in energy-poor regions through stand-alone photovoltaic systems. It emphasizes a user-centered approach, aiming to empower communities while addressing their energy needs. The dynamic framework presented offers insights into creating sustainable energy solutions that can benefit both local populations and the broader market.

Focusing on innovative energy solutions, this book presents a strategic approach to providing reliable energy services in energy-poor countries through stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) systems. It emphasizes user-centric models that empower consumers while exploring profitable business opportunities in the renewable energy sector. The text outlines practical methods for harnessing solar energy to address global energy challenges, making it a vital resource for entrepreneurs and organizations aiming to make a positive impact.

Pictures of a flourishing Govan show it at the height of its industrial prosperity. Workmen pouring out of Fairfield's yard at the end of a shift, the Fairfield workers' train travelling along the tramlines of Govan Road, the Clyde ferries which acted as river buses serving the city centre, and cross-river ferries which carried passengers between Govan and Partick, are all featured. Children sail model boats in Elder Park or gaze at the llamas, while elsewhere a horse towing a cart stops for a drink at the Cross. Pictures of the Scottish Co-operative Society's giant Shieldhall works and local schools and businesses are featured too.