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Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Hvar in the Modern Age
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC University of Oxford
Book SynopsisG.R. Evans is Professor Emeritus of Medieval Theology and Intellectual History at the University of Cambridge, UK.Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments Abbreviations List of Illustrations Introduction: Coming to Oxford 1 Towards Oxford today Not an Inkling of the future? Riding out the First World War Oxford takes the state’s penny Letting the women in: 1920 and after Between the Wars The Second World War and its aftermath A Symposium at Worcester: the 1950s to the 1980s From student protest to the battle for academic freedom The 1990s and the beginning of another Oxford century 2 Oxford’s Middle Ages Oxford from the inside: inventing a University Designing a syllabus Housing the scholars Quarrels and confrontations 3 Oxford and the interfering Tudors Renaissance in Oxford Reformation in Oxford Consequences for the colleges Another inspection: Edward VI goes ‘visiting’ Mary Tudor’s Visitors: the volte-face Elizabeth puts Oxford under the statutes of the realm Teaching the arts from the late sixteenth century 4 Oxford keeps up with the times Oxford and the state A society of scholars: student life in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries Independent intellectuals and new styles of academic life Teaching: the changing intellectual life of Oxford Experiments in collegiate life and new ideas about universities The Bodleian Library and the University Press 5 The nineteenth-century transformation Varieties of student life at Oxford The Oxford Movement State interference and the threat of external ‘reform’ brings about major change What became of the liberal arts? Bringing the syllabus up to date: the Oxford reform of classical education Oxford studies the sciences Examinations reformed Oxford does its bit for social mobility Conclusion Notes Select bibliography Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Europes Long Twelfth Century
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Pen & Sword Books Ltd British Coastal Forces
Book SynopsisThe first ever comprehensive history of British coastal forces.
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Pen & Sword Books Ltd Hitlers Death Trains The Role of the Reichsbahn
Book SynopsisAn aspect of the Holocaust not previously covered.
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Pen & Sword Books Ltd Voices in Flight RAF Fighter Pilots in WWII
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Women of Westminster
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Orion Publishing Co The Rebel Empresses
Book SynopsisFrom the acclaimed author of In the Shadow of the Empress comes the thrilling chronicle of two of the most influential and glamorous women in nineteenth-century Europe-Elisabeth, empress of Austria, and Eugénie, empress of France-and their efforts to rule amid the scandal, intrigue, tragedy, and violence of their era.When they married Emperors Franz Joseph and Napoleon III, respectively, Elisabeth of Austria and Eugénie of France became two of the most famous women on the planet. Not only were they both young and beautiful-becoming cultural and fashion icons of their time-but they played a pivotal role in ruling their realms during a tempestuous era characterized by unprecedented political and technological change.Fearless, adventurous, and independent, Elisabeth and Eugénie represented a new kind of empress-one who rebelled against tradition and anticipated and embraced modern values. Yet both women endured hardship in their private and public lives.
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John Murray Press The Lost King
Book SynopsisPreviously published as The King''s Grave.NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING SALLY HAWKINS AND STEVE COOGAN.The official inside story of the discovery of history''s most controversial monarch.On 22 August 1485 Richard III was killed at Bosworth Field, the last king of England to die in battle. His victorious opponent, Henry Tudor, went on to found one of our most famous ruling dynasties. Fifty years later, the king''s grave was lost and Richard III''s reputation buried under a mound of Tudor propaganda. Philippa Langley and Michael Jones trace the remarkable story of the search for the lost king, leading to the incredible moment when the 500-year-old mystery was solved by Philippa Langley as his remains were uncovered beneath a car park in Leicester. The Lost King is the astonishing true story of a woman who refused to be ignored and who took on the country''s most eminent historians, forcing them to think agTrade ReviewIn almost the exact spot where Langley had first become convinced she was standing on top of Richard's grave, a careful flick of a trowel revealed the leg bone of what would turn out to be the remains of the king, complete with the twisted, scoliosis spine so compellingly placed centre stage by Shakespeare. Now the remarkable story of King Richard's life and death - and the amazing journey of the intuitive woman who never gave up believing that she would one day find his body - has been brought together in this fascinating and informative book * Lancashire Evening Post *A history-making book which I had trouble putting down * Historical Novel Society *It is being called once of the most significant finds in archaeological history, shedding light on a king's last resting place and solving a 500-year old mystery over his death -- Daily TelegraphArchaeologists described the find as one of the most significant 'in recent times' and said history books will be rewritten -- Daily MailJones's historical chapters are measured, reasonable and elegantly written -- Sunday Times[Philippa Langley] has just written a compelling book with historian and friend Michael Jones . . . It is cleverly constructed: in alternate chapters she tells the story of her quest, while Michael details the life of Richard colourfully. It reads like an up-all-night thriller -- Mail on SundayThis is the year that Richard III rose up from his unmarked grave in a Leicester car park, and this is the book that describes the painstaking quest for the king's body, and the battle that destroyed him. Philippa Langley pursued his remains, Michael Jones pursued his reputation and together they have written a book which explains and defines the battle where he died, the grave that was lost, and the legend that followed him. This book is about an important excavation indeed, of the body from a lost grave, and of a king from a long libel -- Philippa GregoryThe King's Grave . . . reveals the remarkable story of how the remains came to be unearthed. And the result is a compelling portrayal of one of this century's most important archaeological discoveries -- BBC History MagazineHistory at its most fascinating -- Books Monthly magazine[A] page-turner -- Current ArchaeologyLangley's invaluable contribution to the investigation is undisputed; she envisioned, facilitated and drove it for years. Her confidential, breathy, diary-style chapters recreate the immediacy of the dig for the reader . . . The Search for Richard III makes for compelling reading -- TLSInteresting [and] engaging -- Daily ExpressThe King's Grave tells two remarkable stories in alternating chapters -- Wall Street JournalFascinating -- BooksellerJones's cogent and nuanced narrative provides the historical ballast to Langley's search -- Guardian
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Dreyfus Affair
Book SynopsisIntelligent, ambitious and a rising star in the French artillery, Captain Alfred Dreyfus appeared to have everything: family, money, and the prospect of a post on the General Staff. But his rapid rise had also made him enemies - many of them aristocratic officers in the army''s High Command who resented him because he was middle-class, meritocratic and a Jew.In October 1894, the torn fragments of an unsigned memo containing military secrets were retrieved by a cleaning lady from the waste paper basket of Colonel Maximilien von Schwartzkoppen of the German embassy in Paris. When French intelligence discovered they harboured a spy in their midst, Captain Dreyfus, on slender evidence, was charged with selling military secrets to the Germans, found guilty of treason by unanimous verdict and sentenced to life imprisonment on the notorious Devil''s Island.The fight to free the wrongfully convicted Dreyfus - over twelve long years, through many trials - is a story rife with heroes and villainTrade ReviewThe author effectively deploys his considerable literary talents to master the contortions of the affair and humanise the large cast of villains and heroes. The result is compelling and tense * Sunday Times *Piers Paul Read admirably demonstrates why we still find the subject fascinating more than a century after it resolved * Daily Telegraph *Splendidly is conveys the drama of this episode. He brings to life the tension of trials and court martials * Independent *Masterly and eminently balanced ... Piers Paul Read's narrative is compelling. He disentangles the complicated web of the Affair and is just to both sides. I can't think the story could be better, or more fairly, told * Spectator *In bringing his novelist's eye to bear on events, Read ensures they unfold with a compelling sense of drama. And what an extraordinary story it is ... In admirably clearheaded fashion, he disentangles the facts from the myths and shows that this was far more morally ambiguous story than has often been presented * Sunday Telegraph *Brings an original perspective to The Dreyfus Affair * Financial Times *His intention is to tell the story as it stands and he does so vividly and intelligently * New Statesman *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Age of Genius
Book SynopsisWhat happened to the European mind between 1605, when an audience watching Macbeth at the Globe might believe that regicide was such an aberration of the natural order that ghosts could burst from the ground, and 1649, when a large crowd, perhaps including some who had seen Macbeth forty-four years earlier, could stand and watch the execution of a king? Or consider the difference between a magus casting a star chart and the day in 1639, when Jonathan Horrock and William Crabtree watched the transit of Venus across the face of the sun from their attic, successfully testing its course against Kepler's Tables of Planetary Motion, in a classic case of confirming a scientific theory by empirical testing.In this turbulent period, science moved from the alchemy and astrology of John Dee to the painstaking observation and astronomy of Galileo, from the classicism of Aristotle, still favoured by the Church, to the evidence-based, collegiate investigation of Francis Bacon. And if tTrade ReviewBritain’s most eminent publicly engaged philosopher * Scotland on Sunday *If there is any such person in Britain as The Thinking man, it is A. C. Grayling * The Times *Grayling is particularly good at illuminating the knottiness of moral discourse * Sunday Times *There is an immense depth of human wisdom on display here, and five minutes with any passage will have you contemplating all day * Independent on The Good Book *Very interesting … His account of the transition from magic to science is fascinating, and he demonstrates persuasively that the 17th century did indeed see a revolution in habits of thought and understanding of the physical world -- Allan Massie * Scotsman *This sprint from the tenets of superstition to an increasingly revealed reality is a wonderful subject * Glasgow Herald *Grayling is a natural educator … He provides concise and helpful summaries of pertinent events and ideas * Spectator *His chapters on Bacon’s freethinking, on Newton’s scientific method and on Locke’s political theory are models of their craft * Tablet *A fascinating look at where we come from * Western Mail *Anyone who can steer this particular reader through the labyrinth of diets and edicts and treaties that populate The Thirty Years’ War deserves the highest praise. And Grayling is a model of clarity … As a survey of the period, The Age of Genius is fascinating [and] as an account of the development of ideas during one of the most exciting periods in Western history, The Age of Genius excels. Its scope is remarkable and it wears its learning lightly * Literary Review *A characteristically lucid but impassioned account of the power of ideas to change the way we see the world -- P.D. Smith * Guardian *
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Hodder & Stoughton Finest Hour
Book SynopsisThe classic bestseller on the Battle of Britain, revised and updated.Trade ReviewBrilliant ... This highly informative, moving series should form part of the National Curriculum. * Daily Mail *Beautifully made ... Achingly vivid. * Guardian *Compelling ... Mesmerizing stuff. * Sunday Telegraph *Manages to construct the tale in such a way that it breaks free of the text-book approach to transfix the viewer completely; the archive footage, the witness testimonies ... of such superior quality and so beautifully shot that the whole is fresh and absorbing ... Compiled with a pace that could put a lot of thrillers to shame, the result is television at its very best. * Time Out *From fighter-pilots risking their lives in the skies above England, to squaddies stranded at Dunkirk, to schoolgirls sent abroad to Canada (the book is worth buying just for Bess Walder's account of horror and redemption aboard the City of Benares), this is riveting. * Sunday Express *
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John Murray Press A Nearly Infallible History of the Reformation
Book Synopsis500 years on from the Reformation, Nick Page distils what we really need to know about Luther, Calvin and all those other serious religious types in his usual irreverent but informative style.
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Amberley Publishing Edward the Elder
Book SynopsisThe first biography of Alfred the Great's son, the forgotten king who was crucial to uniting England.
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Hodder Education OCR A Level History Britain 16031760
Book SynopsisExam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016This is an OCR endorsed resourceBuild strong subject knowledge and skills in A Level History using the in-depth analysis and structured support in this tailor-made series for OCR''s British period studies and enquiries.- Develops the analytical skills required to succeed in the period study by organising the narrative content around the key issues for students to explore- Enhances understanding of the chosen historical period, supplying a wealth of extracts and sources that offer opportunities to practise the evaluative skills needed for the enquiry- Progressively improves study skills through developmental activities and advice on answering practice exam questions- Helps students to review, revise and reflect on the course material through chapter summaries and revision activi
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Hodder Education AQA Alevel History The Tudors England 14851603
Book SynopsisExam Board: AQALevel: AS/A-levelSubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016AQA approvedEnhance and expand your students'' knowledge and understanding of their AQA breadth study through expert narrative, progressive skills development and bespoke essays from leading historians on key debates.- Builds students'' understanding of the events and issues of the period with authoritative, well-researched narrative that covers the specification content- Introduces the key concepts of change, continuity, cause and consequence, encouraging students to make comparisons across time as they advance through the course- Improves students'' skills in tackling interpretation questions and essay writing by providing clear guidance and practice activities- Boosts students'' interpretative skills and interest in history through extended reading opportunities consistin
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Waterloo 1815 3
Book SynopsisWaterloo is one of the defining campaigns of European history. The name conjures up images of the terrible scale and grandeur of the Napoleonic Wars and the incredible, combined effort that finally ended Napoleon''s aspirations of power in Europe. Drawn from unpublished first-hand accounts and detailed illustrations, this comprehensive volume is the ideal resource for studying the intense fighting at the battles of Waterloo and Wavre, the final, decisive engagements of the Waterloo campaign. Those two battles are at the heart of this study, which explores the action at Mont St. Jean where Wellington managed to hold the French at bay until the arrival of the Prussians under Blücher saw the Allies secure a hard-fought victory at the dramatic climax of the ''100 days''.Table of ContentsOrigins of the campaign /Chronology /Opposing commanders /Opposing armies /Orders of battle /Opposing plans /The campaign /Aftermath /The battlefields today /Further reading /Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Germany Ascendant
Book SynopsisA detailed and absorbing narrative of the campaigns fought on the ''forgotten'' Eastern Front of the Great War, vividly illustrating that these campaigns were no less costly, tragic and important than the catastrophes of the Somme, Verdun and Passchendaele.The massive offensives on the Eastern Front during 1915 are too often overshadowed by the events in Western Europe, but the scale and ferocity of the clashes between Imperial Germany, Habsburg Austria-Hungary and Tsarist Russia were greater than anything seen on the Western Front and ultimately as important to the final outcome of the war.With the Russians hamstrung by weak supply lines and the Austro-Hungarian leadership committed to a strategy of offensive drives despite diminishing manpower and adverse terrain, the fighting in early 1915 was a costly and futile exercise. By the summer, the Central Powers, increasingly dominated by Germany, had begun to gain the advantage, but even the GorliceTarnów OffensTrade ReviewIn this book Prit Buttar continues his analysis and narrative on what was happening on the Eastern Front in the Great War from his previous Collision of Empires: The War on the Eastern Front in 1914 [Osprey, 2014]. He continues to make the point that most scholars focus on the dreadful suffering and stalemate on the Western Front without any consideration of what was happening on the Eastern Front. This meticulous survey reveals that the Central Powers were making measurable progress to the east with the GoliceTarnow Offensive which led to the retreat of Russian forces from Poland and the occupation of Serbia, being two examples of their advances. These successes were achieved at the expense of massive human losses, basically unreported in the west. However, amidst this success, Prit Buttar does stress that leadership weaknesses on the part of the Central Powers balanced mismanagement on a massive scale by the Russians, leading to an absence of a final success for either side. Prit Buttar communicates his narrative and associated analysis in a very clear manner. This is a book for scholars with a focused interest. By contrast the enormity of the detail will deter the casual enquirer unless they are carefully guided to begin by exploring the opening and concluding chapters. These very carefully both set the scene and also explain what had happened over that year. With that preparation the interested reader might then explore some or all of the key events of the 1915 campaigns in the east. -- Trevor James * The Historian *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations /List of Maps /Author's Note /Dramatis Personae /Introduction /1. The Combatants /2. The First Carpathian Campaign /3. Winter in Masuria /4. Springtime: Slaughter and Disappointment /5. Mackensen’s Breakthrough /6. The Exploitation /7. Lemberg /8. Decisions and Departures /9. The Great Retreat /10. Volhynia: The End of the Leash /11. The Fall of Serbia /12. The Burden of War /Notes /Bibliography /Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Hundred Years War
Book SynopsisAn illustrated overview of the Hundred Years War, the longest-running and the most significant conflict in western Europe in the later Middle Ages. There can be no doubt that military conflict between France and England dominated European history in the 14th and 15th centuries. The Hundred Years War is of considerable interest both because of its duration and the number of theatres in which it was fought. Drawing on the latest research for this new edition, Hundred Years War expert Professor Anne Curry examines how the war can reveal much about the changing nature of warfare: the rise of infantry and the demise of the knight; the impact of increased use of gunpowder and the effect of the war on generations of people. Updated and revised for the new edition, with full-colour maps and 50 new images, this illustrated introduction provides an important reference resource for the academic or student reader as well as those with a general interest in late meTable of ContentsIntroduction Background to War Warring Sides Outbreak The Fighting The World Around War How the War Ended Conclusion and Consequences Chronology Further Reading Index
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Hodder & Stoughton The Secret Lore of London
Book SynopsisWith a foreword by Iain Sinclair. London is an ancient city, whose foundation dates back literally thousands of years into the legendary prehistory of these islands. Not surprisingly it has accumulated a large number of stories, both historic and mythical, during this period, many of which, though faithfully recorded at the time, have lain almost forgotten in dusty libraries throughout the city. The Secret Lore of London is a guide to the legends, including a discussion of their importance as part of the oral tradition of Britain, combining Prehistoric, Celtic, Arthurian, Roman, Saxon and Norman levels - each of which has contributed to the many-layered life of the city. The first part contains a unique selection of essays (some printed here for the first time) by experts in their fields, each of whom possesses a unique interest in the legends of these islands, and who have written widely on associated themes. The second part of the book will Trade ReviewThis book is a companion for anyone wanting to explore the capital city's mythology and folklore... I think you'll enjoy peeling back the layers of history. * The Bookish Badger *So, so brilliant. Absolutely loved it....Overall this is a fascinating book. It has history and legend, great references to literature and architecture, everything I could want in a non-fiction book. * Osbian Reviews *The Secret Lore of London completes its siren call with an intricate and alluring cover...If you have even the smallest interest in myth, legend and London, then this is a book for you. * Cultural Wednesday *London is such a vast city with a long, interesting and fascinating history, so to tackle this subject is very brave and admirable. If you have an insatiable hunger for knowledge, this book will give you food for thought as it opens a wonderfully colourful world that forms the foundations of what we believe to be 'solid' history. * The Legends of London *I have to say that I am delighted that the best material from The Aquarian Guide has been given a new lease of life, letting new readers enjoy a collection of wonderful essays that have been been long out of print. The new material makes the book even better - and the title and cover are a lot more up to date too! * Before It's News *A fascinating look at how our ancestors viewed their streets, and a guide to the sites of legends and myths. * History Revealed *
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John Murray Press France
Book SynopsisA witty history of 2000 years of French history and the last book from legendary popular historian John Julius NorwichTrade ReviewAlways a warm, welcoming guide, John Julius Norwich takes us on a historical tour of France from its earliest days to the twenty-first century . . . A highly entertaining introduction to a fascinating nation * History Revealed Magazine *Norwich romps through French history with lots of good stories: philandering kings, dread plagues and legendary dinners * The Times *For his final book, the late Norwich tackled the dauntingly vast subject of two millennia of French history with admirable lightness and urbanity. There is the odd whiff, probably deliberate, of 1066 and All That - "The Capetians had steadily built up France, transforming it from a Carolingian custard into a nation" - and his comic footnotes deserve a review of their own * The Daily Telegraph, Summer Reads *A richly illuminating work . . . Norwich was a wonderful military historian * Times Literary Supplement *Almost the best thing in it is the author's short epilogue, 'The Essence of France', in which he listed what he loved most about that enchanting, if occasionally exasperating, country - its architecture, its painting and its music. These were among Norwich's greatest passions, which he invariably conveyed with authority, charm and wit -- Desmond Seward * History Today *A story told with charm and obvious enthusiasm for the subject ... My children constantly ask why the GCSE syllabus cannot be an introduction to British history rather than a somewhat esoteric dive into Weimar, Nazi Germany and Russia. What they want is a comprehensive, approachable and enjoyable survey of the story of our islands - and that is exactly what John Julius Norwich has written about France . . . The attraction of this commendable short history is that it's as entertaining as it is informative, written with fluency, wit and a nicely understated humour: a real pleasure-almost compelling-to read * Country Life *Norwich treats history like a friendly fireside chat * Sunday Independent *The tone of France is avuncular, worldly and witty; it is like having dinner with an urbane, well-read uncle. * Country & Town House *There is certainly a need for a concise history of France in English and, in many ways, John Julius Norwich is the ideal man to write it . . . Norwich has a love for France that stretches back to his childhood and it is evident throughout this readable, entertaining book. * Sunday Times *This warm, delightful short history of France, aimed convivially at the general reader, is his love letter to the country he knew so well * The Spectator *John Julius Norwich's political history of France, which begins with Vercingetorix and ends with Charles de Gaulle in 1945, invites us to admire the giants of the past and even vicariously to share in their triumphs . . . richly illuminating * Times Literary Supplement *Written with zest . . . The sadly late JJN shines through as his best friendly donnish self - an avuncular tutor who invites you in for a glass as he expounds on 2000 years of French history, from the Gauls through Charlemagne and Julius Caesar to de Gaulle. With a deft but gentle touch, he goes through sex, death and tennis, and it either complements a summer holiday to France or gives you a sudden desire to visit * OX Magazine *
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Pen & Sword Books Ltd Anders Army
Book SynopsisGeneral Anders was a significant and controversial figure in the politics of Allied command
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Orion Publishing Co Goose Green
Book SynopsisThe most in-depth and powerful account yet published of the first crucial clash of the Falklands war - told from both sides. 'An excellent and fast paced narrative' Michael McCarthy, historical battlefield guideTrade ReviewThorough and exhaustive * DAILY TELEGRAPH *Probably the best and most detailed description of a key battle in the 1982 Falklands War ... an excellent and fast paced narrative -- Michael McCarthy, historical battlefield guide
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Transworld The Darkness Echoing
Book SynopsisThe Irish Times Top 10 Bestseller!From war to revolution, famine to emigration, The Darkness Echoing travels around Ireland bringing its dark past to lifeIt''s no secret that the Irish are obsessed with misery, suffering and death. And no wonder, for there is darkness everywhere you look: in cemeteries and castles, monuments and museums, stories and songs. In The Darkness Echoing, Gillian O''Brien tours Ireland''s most deliciously dark heritage sites, delving into the stories behind them and asking what they reveal about the Irish.Energetic, illuminating and surprisingly funny, The Darkness Echoing challenges old, accepted narratives about Ireland, and asks intriguing questions about Ireland''s past, present and future.''My history book of the year'' Ryan Tubridy''As thought-provoking as it is informative and entertaining'' Irish Times''Hugely enjoyable, thought-provoking and
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Boydell & Brewer Ltd The True Chronicles of Jean le Bel, 1290 - 1360
Book SynopsisThe chronicles of Jean le Bel are one of the most important sources for the beginning of the Hundred Years' War. This is the first English translation of a work written from eyewitness accounts and personal experience. The chronicles of Jean le Bel, written around 1352-61, are one of the most important sources for the beginning of the Hundred Years' War. They were only rediscovered and published at the beginning of the twentieth century, thoughFroissart begins his much more famous work by acknowledging his great debt to the "true chronicles" which Jean le Bel had written. Many of the great pages of Froissart are actually the work of Jean le Bel, and this is the first translation of his book. It introduces English-speaking readers to a vivid text written by a man who, although a canon of the cathedral at Liège, had actually fought with Edward III in Scotland, and who was a great admirer of the English king. He writes directly and clearly, with an admirable grasp of narrative; and he writes very much from the point of view of the knights who fought with Edward. Even as a canon, he lived in princely style, with a retinue oftwo knights and forty squires, and he wrote at the request of John of Hainault, the uncle of queen Philippa. He was thus able to draw directly on the verbal accounts of the Crécy campaign given to him by soldiers from Hainault who had fought on both sides; and his description of warfare in Scotland is the most realistic account of what it was like to be on campaign that survives from this period. If he succumbs occasionally to a good story from one of theparticipants in the wars, this helps us to understand the way in which the knights saw themselves; but his underlying objective is to keep "as close to the truth as I could, according to what I personally have seen and remembered, and also what I have heard from those who were there". Edward may be his hero, a "gallant and noble king", but Le Bel tells the notorious story of his supposed rape of the Countess of Salisbury because he believed it to be true,puzzled and shocked though he was by his material. It is a text which helps to put the massive work of Jean Froissart in perspective, but its concentrated focus and relatively short time span makes it a much more approachable and highly readable insight into the period.Trade ReviewBryant has done a very good job of balancing accuracy and readability. ... [The volume] is invaluable in making this fascinating source readily accessible [and] deserves a place on the bookshelf of every historian of Anglo-Scottish warfare, and indeed, of anyone interested in chivalry and warfare generally. * INTERNATIONAL REVIEW OF SCOTTISH STUDIES *This handsome edition does not disappoint with a direct and spirited translation. * HISTORY SCOTLAND *Nigel Bryant has given the English read a fine translation of this work which pays full tribute to the vivacity of the original's style. This is a book much to be welcomed, especially for teachers and students of medieval warfare and politics. * FRENCH HISTORY *[Bryant's] work on Jean's historiographical prose is exemplary, reproducing both the simplicity and engagement of the French. This translation is certain to bring Jean le Bel's chronicles to a new and wider audience, who will find a great deal to engage and inform them. . It is a very welcome addition to the field. * HISTORY *This translation, the first of its kind, casts valuable light on Le Bel himself and reveals the deep influence he had on Froissart's concept of storytelling and social analysis. [It] is clear and straightforward, accompanied by helpful footnotes. Recommended. * CHOICE *[I]ntroduces English-speaking readers to a vivid text written by a man who [...] had actually fought with Edward III in Scotland [...] and was a great admirer of the English king. * MEDIEVALISTS.NET *Table of ContentsIntroduction Prologue Edward III's Accession The Campaign in the Borders 1327 'The Black Douglas' The Claims to the French Crown War with Scotland The War with France begins 1340-1358 The War of the Breton Succession Edward and the Countess of Salisbury The War in Brittany Edward and the Countess of Salisbury The War in Gascony Crécy and Calais King John's Reign begins The Prince of Wales's Campaigns Edward's Last Campaign
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Vintage Publishing Queens of the Conquest: The extraordinary women
Book SynopsisFull of passion and betrayal, murder and war, the first volume of an epic new series from bestselling historian Alison Weir, bringing five of England's medieval queens to life.A Daily Telegraph Book of the YearLove, murder, war, betrayalThis is the story of the five extraordinary queens who helped the Norman kings of England rule their dominions. Recognised as equal sharers in the royal authority, their story is packed with tragedy, high drama, even comedy. Heroines, villains, stateswomen, loversBeginning with Matilda of Flanders, who supported William the Conqueror in his invasion of England in 1066, and culminating in the turbulent life of the Empress Maud, whoc claimed to be queen of England in her own right and fought a bitter war to the end, the five Norman queens are revealed as hugely influential figures and fascinating characters. In Alison Weir's hands, these pioneering women reclaim their rightful roles at the centre of English history.Trade ReviewBrings England's Norman queens out of the shadows and dazzlingly to life. Drawing on a wealth of fascinating contemporary sources, Alison Weir presents the drama, passion and intrigue of these extraordinary women's lives and restores them to their rightful place in history. A masterpiece. -- Tracy BormanAnother polished, fascinating gem from Weir herself, the queen of history writing. -- John Lewis-Stempel * Sunday Express *Alison Weir's hugely popular history books are as gripping as novels * The Times *Weir provides immense satisfaction. She writes in a pacy, vivid style, engaging the heart as well as the mind -- Amanda Foreman[A] riveting history of the century following the Norman Conquest -- Simon Shaw * Mail on Sunday *
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Granta Books Dope Girls
Book SynopsisNow a major BBC TV series: a tour through the seedier side of Britain between the wars, and the moral panic that led to the criminalisation of drugs - reissued with added material.
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Bonnier Books Ltd Plentiful Country
Book SynopsisUncover the gripping narrative of Irish immigrants who transformed America in the aftermath of the Great Hunger. Tyler Anbinder's landmark work exposes the grit and resilience of the Famine Irish, defying hardship to redefine the American dream. From the bustling streets of New York to the heart of a nation in the middle of change, the compelling journey of these unrecognised heroes is unveiled, painting a vibrant scene of hope that echoes through the heart of America.A captivating testament to courage and perseverance, this book is a must-read, illuminating a pivotal chapter in the making of modern America, a testament to the enduring spirit that forged a new home in the land of opportunity. Drawing on previously unavailable records and a ten-year research initiative, stories of the refugees who settled in New York City are reclaimed. Plentiful Country is a compelling tribute to the resilience of these individuals.
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Canelo Lost Voices of the Falklands War
Book SynopsisThe Falklands War, in the words of the British soldiers, sailors, pilots and nurses who fought it.From the author of Forgotten Voices of the Great War.
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Transworld Publishers Ltd The Savage Storm
Book SynopsisJames Holland is an internationally acclaimed and award-winning historian, writer, and broadcaster. The author of a number of best-selling histories including most recently Brothers In Arms and Normandy '44, he is also the author of ten works of fiction and a dozen Ladybird Experts.He is the co-founder of the annual Chalke Valley History Festival which is now in its twelfth year, and he has presented - and written - many television programmes and series for the BBC, Channel 4, National Geographic and the History and Discovery channels. With Al Murray, he has a successful Second World War podcast, We Have Ways of Making You Talk, which also has its own festival, and is a research fellow at St Andrew's University and a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society. He can be found on Twitter as @James1940 and on Instagram as @jamesholland1940.
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Troubador Publishing Fife Genesis of the Kingdom
Book SynopsisMany remarkable things about Fife''s origins never understood before are set out in detail here a must read for all Fifers and those with an interest in the County. Drawn together for the first time: The name Fife has a complete explanation. Shakespeare''s story of Macduff is refuted and the correct narrative offered. Why St Regulus was invented and the true story of the arrival of the Bones of St Andrew. Evidence of Kenneth mac Alpin''s genocide in Fife is laid bare. St Serf''s true story is told so different from what so many believe. A proper explanation is given for the many Viking place names in Fife. Corrected explanations for many place names (including Kirkcaldy and Dunfermline) are given for the first time. And much much more. The book also foreshadows several centenaries which fall in the period 2025-2030 in the hope that they will be celebrated appropriately.
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The History Press Ltd Scotlands Stone of Destiny
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Boydell & Brewer Ltd Hanns Eisler and His Circle in Republican Spain
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Amber Books Ltd A History of Ireland
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Atlantic Books A City Runs Through Them
Book SynopsisFergal Tobin was a freelance writer and historian. His career was in publishing and he was president of the Federation of European Publishers in Brussels from 2010 to 2012. Under the pen name Richard Killeen he wrote several acclaimed works of Irish history, including Ireland in Brick and Stone: The Island's History and Its Buildings, The Historic Atlas of Dublin and The Concise History of Modern Ireland. His previous book, The Irish Difference, was chosen as a Book of the Year by the Irish Times. Fergal died in February 2023, just after he finished writing A City Runs Through Them.
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Anthem Press How Louis XIV Survived His Hegemonic Bid
Book SynopsisThis book explains how Louis XIV survived his bid for European hegemony unscathed while other aspiring hegemons in modern history suffered catastrophic defeats. It argues that Louis employed a powerful coalition-breaking strategy unique to him and lays out the implications of Louis XIV's unique case for today's security competitions.
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Anthem Press Through the Russian Revolution
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Anthem Press The Village Russian Impressions
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Anthem Press Unchained Russia
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Boydell & Brewer Ltd Allen Brown's English Castles
Book SynopsisA reissue of the classic guide to the origins, purpose and identity of the great castles of England and Wales, built after the arrival of the Normans. Castle studies have been shaped and defined over the past half-century by the work of R. Allen Brown. His classic English Castles, renamed here to acknowledge its definitive approach to the subject, has never been superseded by other more recent studies, and is still the foundation study of the English, and Welsh, castles built between the Norman Conquest and the mid 1500s. As the subject evolved, so too did this book, and for the most recent edition a considerable amount of French comparative material was added, though it remains essentially a study of English castles. For Allen Brown, castles were fortified residences (or residential fortresses), and developed, from European precursors, to support political and social realities as the Norman and Angevin kings secured their realm. Once these political ends had been largely met, the castle and castle-building entered a period of decline, and domesticand military interests went in opposite directions. This book, with numerous photographs and plans, remains the outstanding guide to the origins, purpose and identity of the great castles of England and Wales. R. ALLEN BROWN was also the author of The Normans, The Norman Conquest of England and The Normans and the Norman Conquest and founder of the annual Battle Conference on Anglo-Norman Studies.Trade ReviewAnyone with any interest in castles should own and read this book. * CASEMATE *A good solid book, full of interesting information, which has to be a must for anyone writing or researching the subject of castles. * MEDIEVAL HISTORY *
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O'Brien Press Ltd 1014: Brian Boru & the Battle for Ireland
Book SynopsisThe date was Good Friday, April 23rd in the Year of Our Lord 1014. The most ferocious battle ever fought in Ireland was about to begin... Read about the life of Brian Boru and the battle that changed the course of Irish history in this exciting and accessible account.
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C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd Secrets of a Suitcase
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