About us
Folly Books is a small independent publisher based near Bath, specialising in social and industrial history, military history, industrial archaeology and the very best of local history.
Our aim is to publish highly informative, exceptionally well illustrated books in a standard format on a range of subjects that fall broadly under the heading of industrial archaeology. We also intend to republish important books within our general field that are no longer in print. Forthcoming publications will include a series of books on canals and inland waterways, books about railway architecture, signalboxes and signalling, along with more general books detailing the industrial monuments of specific regions.
The old adage that ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’ is particularly relevant to the publishing of books on modern history, for in this field old photographs capture forever a past moment in time. It is our intention that in all our books the illustrations will be at least as important and as informative as the text.
New authors and photographers
If you think you have an interesting idea for a book, or perhaps have a collection of previously un-published photographs that you think may be the basis of a riveting new book, then please let us know as we are always looking out for new talent and new material and may be able to help you in to print.
Titles already published - see book list
Reviews on Amazon
Second World War Secret Bunkers by Nick McCamley
"This is a truly excellent book which is a must for all interested in the topic. The photographs and text are just magnificent."
Cold War Bunkers by Nick Catford
“Superb! I really enjoyed reading this well-researched book, completing it in one evening. I couldn't fault it at all; it contains glorious colour pictures of Britain’s Bunker Cold War heritage, from front to back, of so many previously hidden sites. If this subject is new to you, buy this book, even if you are not a new ‘hand’, still buy this book – I feel it is that good.”
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