Llandudno The Postcard Collection by John Lawson-Reay draws upon the extensive collection of postcards to provide an interesting chronicle of Llandudno’s history. With chapters exploring the promenade and parades, the beach and boats, the Great Orme and the pier, local author and historian Lawson-Reay also discusses the town centre and significant buildings, together with the surrounding areas. 

From as early as 1864, Llandudno, in North Wales, was known as ‘The Queen of the Welsh Resorts’ and today it continues to be a popular destination for holidaymakers. 

In the nineteenth century the postcard made its debut and soon became very important to the holiday industry in Llandudno, with millions of cards. G. R. Thompson, was a prominent name in Llandudno's postcard industry, a newsagent by trade, he became the biggest commissioner and publisher of postcards. He crowned himself ‘The Postcard King’ and his cards all featured his image on the reverse.

Learn more about 'The Postcard King' and explore Llandudno's history with this fascinating book. 

Product Specifications

Author: John Lawson-Reay

Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Language: English

ISBN: 9781445694894

Format: Paperback

Length: 96 pages

Size: 23.5cm x 16.6cm 

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