Quote Originally Posted by yoippari
I guess I need to actually head down to the library and start looking at the books themselves instead of what books are available.
Is there a university near-by? You may not be able to check items out if you're not a university student, but you might be able to use some resources "in-house" and take notes, make photocopies, etc. Many of the titles may be available at the university level, although public libraries may have some as well. Some are published in the UK, so that may be part of the problem.

Also, some might be housed in a local history & genealogy collection -- you might see if your public library has such a section. Genealogical society libraries might have them as well.

In any case, make the reference desk your first stop in whatever library you visit, and ask a librarian for help. Online catalogs are great, but having someone who knows the "tricks of the trade" and other resources is even better!

Cheers and good luck!

Todd