"Thurrock's Past, Echoes from a Place" by Alan Leyin is a non-fiction book published in 1997 by Lejins. The book offers a glimpse into the history of Thurrock through the author's narrative, providing readers with a sense of the echoes of the past  from that still resonate in the present. With a focus on the historical and cultural significance of the area,  including Charles Dicken, Daniel Defoe, Dracula and Florence Nightingale, this book is a valuable addition to those interested in local history and heritage. It has numerous excerpts from historians and authors of the past.