The Jowetts That Got Away

Author: Noel Stokoe
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 253

Book Description
Jowett Cars were built in Bradford, from 1906 to 1954. All pre-war cars up to 1935 were powered by a twin-cylinder horizontally opposed 7hp engine. In 1935 a new four-cylinder horizontally opposed engine was introduced with a 10hp rating running alongside the original twin-cylinder model which had been increased to an 8hp rating. Little changed during this pre-war period, many of the models were made in very small numbers, and sadly, there are no survivors today. The Jowett brothers experimented in the mid-1930’s with a new in-line power unit which did not go into production. The post-war period saw massive changes in the Jowett company, with both Jowett brothers retiring by the end of the war. The first all-new model was the Javelin saloon, launched in 1947 and the Jupiter sportscar in 1950. By 1951 there should have led to a completely new range of cars, vans, pick-up and estate cars, known as the Bradford CD range. There were plans for a racing Jupiter known as the R1 and to re-vamp the Jupiter for road use known as the R4. Sadly, none of these models materialised and Jowett’s history could have been so different had fate been kinder to them.

The Price of Silence

Author: Dolores Gordon-Smith
Publisher: Severn House Publishers Ltd
ISBN: 1780109016
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 253

Book Description
A thrilling World War One spy story from the author of the acclaimed Jack Haldean series. Working for the British Government as a secret agent, Anthony Brooke wants to expose the people responsible for blackmailing innocent people and gruesome murders. But when the gang plots a kidnap, Anthony finds himself in the race to reach the little girl before they do. However, Milly will not be easy to retrieve, for she is in a Belgian convent, in German-occupied territory. To rescue her, Anthony must go behind enemy lines, crawl under the wire, face ruthless German guards and break into a convent. But, even if he can save her, what possible use could an orphan girl be to a violent gang? Anthony must find out soon, as countless more lives than just the little girl’s are in danger... This is Dolores Gordon-Smith’s tribute to John Buchan and the Thirty Nine Steps, now celebrating its centenary. All references and similarities are intentional.

The Loveday Vendetta (Loveday series, Book 11)

Author: Kate Tremayne
Publisher: Headline
ISBN: 0755353498
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 312

Book Description
If you enjoyed the BBC's adaptation of Poldark, then Kate Tremayne's Loveday series is not to be missed! Passionate and daring, the Lovedays are a family you will never forget... The Loveday Vendetta is the eleventh book in Kate Tremayne's Loveday series and is perfect for fans of Winston Graham's Poldark and Elizabeth Chadwick. Beautiful, headstrong, troubled: Rowena Loveday has always lived in the shadow of her mother's tarnished reputation. And when her father takes his own life, she fears she will never escape the curse of her parentage. She finds an ally in orphaned Bryn, ward of her uncle, Adam Loveday. But even Bryn cannot protect her from the ultimate betrayal... Indebted to the Lovedays for saving his life, Bryn is piecing together his childhood memories. Before he can reclaim his stolen inheritance, he must uncover the truth behind the murders of his mother and brother. Only then can he confront the demons from his past - and lay the dead to rest. Bryn's discoveries unleash an enemy more powerful than the Loveday family have ever encountered. They must unite in order to protect their own. But will it be too late...? What readers are saying about The Loveday Vendetta: 'Loved the book, absolutely brilliant, couldn't put it down... Kate Tremayne is a brilliant writer, her books keep you intrigued from start to finish' 'A saga that improved with age' 'Five stars'

The Jowett Bradford

Author: Noel Stokoe
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 235

Book Description
The Jowett Bradford was rushed into production in 1946 as a stop-gap model pending the launch of the all-new Javelin saloon, which its young designer, Gerald Palmer, had been working on since 1942. It was based on the 1938 8 hp commercial and was basically a pre-war design in every respect. It was, however, very popular with farmers and small businesses such as bakers, greengrocers, fishmongers and drapers etc., as it was economical, cheap, rugged and simple to work on. It was powered by the flat-twin horizontally-opposed 1005 cc engine, which was basically the same as the one fitted to the first prototype Jowett in 1906 with minor improvements, it was so antiquated when compared to the new Javelin saloon Jupiter sports car. The Bradford was expected to be dropped from the range in 1951 but this never happened and remained in production right up to the closure of the factory in 1954 when Jowett's ceased trading. Ironically, it was the largest selling model that Jowett's ever produced with almost 40,000 being built.

The Cars that Got Away

Author: Michael Frostick
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 140

Book Description

Jowetts of the 1920s

Author: Noel Stokoe
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445614332
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 173

Book Description
Cheaper than walking, the Yorkshire built Jowett was made famous for its well-crafted quality and cheap price. The Jowett Car Club is the oldest one make car club in the world. It celebrates its 90th anniversary in 2013.

Punch

Author: Mark Lemon
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Caricatures and cartoons
Languages : en
Pages : 482

Book Description

Jowett A Century of Memories

Author: Noel Stokoe
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445623587
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 301

Book Description
The fascinating history of the iconic Jowett car marque, based in Bradford.

The Jowett Jupiter - The car that leaped to fame

Author: Edmund Nankivell
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787118029
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 715

Book Description
The Jowett Jupiter was an instant success in racing and rallying from the moment it appeared in 1950. It's chassis, designed by the famous Austrian racing engineer Dr Eberan-Eberhorst, ensured its successes were in large measure due to its excellent handling, making it a much sought-after classic to this day.

Adam Loveday (Loveday series, Book 1)

Author: Kate Tremayne
Publisher: Headline
ISBN: 075537309X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 289

Book Description
If you enjoyed the BBC's adaptation of Poldark, then Kate Tremayne's Loveday series is not to be missed! Denied his birthright, Adam Loveday seeks justice in the first novel in the hugely popular Loveday series. Adam Loveday is a sweeping family drama of Cornish smuggling, adventure and passion, perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory, Diana Gabaldon and Winston Graham's Poldark. 'Rich in drama and passion, with the atmosphere and flavour of eighteenth century Cornwall, Adam Loveday... is a story of family relationships that transcends time, and heralds the emergence of an exciting new storyteller' - North Cornwall Advertiser Cornwall 1786. Twenty years ago, fate denied Adam Loveday his birthright: the family estate, Trevowan, and the boatyard that his father is struggling to maintain. The intense childhood rivalry between Adam and his elder twin St John continues to govern their fated passions and chequered fortunes. St John has become a dissolute wastrel but Adam, with a talent for ship design and a thirst for adventure, has fierce family pride in Trevowan and the yard. Aware of his father's increasing disapproval, St John fears that the Loveday yard will be given to Adam after all, and puts into motion a plan to ensure that Adam will never get what his heart desires: the boatyard - and Meriel Sawle, the seductive daughter of the local innkeeper, whose violent family are infamous in the smuggling trade... What readers are saying about Adam Loveday: 'An exciting and atmospheric historical family drama with memorable characters that still haunt me - the best book I have read this year' 'I love everything about this novel. The characters, their adventures and the pace which has twists and surprises and a dramatic climax'