A rare memoir offers fascinating insight into Rommel's Afrikakorps and an entertaining account of a daring escape from the Allied ArmyFor the Austrian Max Reisch, pioneer international motorist and wr
H.L. Oakley was one of the most talented and prolific silhouette artists of the twentieth century. Despite his fame, he was determined to enlist and play his part in fighting for his country in the Fi
Perfect for anyone wanting to learning about different religions, this stunning book covers both old and new religionsFollowing on from the successful books The One-Stop Bible Guide and The One-Stop B
Transatlantic liners have flourished over 130 years, here readers learn how and whyFollow the changing form of the transatlantic ocean liner from inception to the jet age, this new history details the
For many years the River Clyde held a premier place in the world of shipbuilding and engineering, pioneering many advances in both disciplines. While these days are long gone we should never forget th
Another Number 1 e-book hit from the author of THE HANGING SHED. Together with THE UNQUIET HEART, TRUTH DARE KILL tells the story of Danny McRae, ex-SOE agent in postwar London and Berlin.
The true history of the secret world of spooks, the people they spied on, and those they betrayed—includes declassified MI5 info and new evidence from previously unpublished memoirsThe shadowy world o
When Kay Lockwood is left a small inheritance by her mother's old friend, actress Lana Fontaine, she travels to London, leaving behind her Northern hometown and the boyfriend she doesn't quite trust.
All Along the River: Tales from the Thames is an engaging and humorous guide to England’s most famous river, serving as a companion volume to more practical books about the Thames Path and the river’s
Wales has a long coastline, and nowhere is more than about 40 miles from the sea or a navigable river. From the earliest times, Welshmen have used the sea and the sea has shaped the history of the cou
A fresh analysis of both the hidden and explicit philosophical ideas to be found in crime literatureJosef Hoffmann covers influences and inspirations in crime writing with references to a stellar cast
Boxing Day 1920, and 53,000 men, women and children pack inside Goodison Park. The extraordinary crowds have come to watch two local rivals play a match for charity. But this is no ordinary charity fi
It is well known that Cornwall is acknowledged internationally as the home of hard-rock mining and the cradle of the steam engine. The rich mineral deposits with which the county is historically endow
Dudley was connected by tram to various parts of the Black Country, first by steam trams and then by electric ones. This book takes a route-by-route look at the development, operation and run-down of
WARRIOR PRINCESS! The day Alfred the Great's DEADLY DAUGHTER seized Stafford! * DEATH to the NORMANS! The Battle of Stafford, the ASSASSINATED Earl and the BLOODY HISTORY of Stafford Castle! * The TRU
Taking you through the year day by day, The Scarborough Book of Days contains quirky, eccentric, amusing and important events or facts from different periods of history, many of which had a major impa
Taking you through the year day by day, The Manchester Book of Days contains quirky, eccentric, shocking, amusing and important events and facts from different periods in the history of the city. Idea
These lively and entertaining traditional folk tales from Ireland's "Garden County" are vividly retold by local storyteller Brendan Nolan. Their origins lost in the mists of time, these 30 stories fro
I immersed myself in magic. I read every book I could get my hands on and practised and practised, day after day and night after night. Magic became my world . . . some might say an obsession.When you
Based on the true experiences of military dogs, here is a story of loyalty, strength, and the bond between a man and his dogAt the kennels, Caesar doesn't look special. But Corporal Ben Fulton sees so
Tells the story of author's formative years in the pre- and post-punk music scenes of London, counting down, from fifty to number one: attendance at seminal gigs and encounters with musical heroes; sc
Afforded the kind of access a journalist can only dream of, Andy Bollen gives fans a new story focusing on the real Kurt Cobain—not the angst-ridden, troubled rock star of folklore, the kind and humor
From Europe to Asia, via North America and Africa, choose your own adventure from among 300 of the world's greatest bike rides and best cycling races, featuring our pick of the must-ride sportives and
Suitable for those new to BMX racing or improving their racing performance, this title provides a practical and comprehensive resource for this sport. It guides the reader through all stages and level
The truth about the 1996 Everest disaster by one of its survivors, uncovering crucial new information On May 10 and 11, 1996, eight climbers perished in what remains the worst disaster in Everest's hi
Cannibals! Captives! Coconuts! One man's love of the sea leaves him stranded on a desert island with nothing but a few goats, a bible, and a parrot for company. Will he ever escape? Will his new pal F
Murder, mayhem, and a hero with a drug addiction! A desolate moor, a diabolical dog, and some inbred locals—Sherlock Holmes is really up against it. With the help of his trusty sidekick Dr. Watson, Ho
Intends to explain the complexity of this subject in terms that the lay person can understand, and help the horse owner to have confidence in discussing foot-related issues with their vet or farrier/t
Essential reading for practitioners and instructors of mixed martial artsUsing step-by-step photography and text, the author, a 10th Dan, demonstrates how to perform the throws, hand strikes, grapplin
Intrigue, superstition, and adventure feature in this dramatic retelling of a classic Italian folk story, set in the dark world of medieval Naples Strange little creature. Strange pale eyes, so full o
Gives practical advice on how to get creative with and achieve the best from your studio lighting. This title explains and demonstrates basic and advanced techniques so you can understand how to light
Detective Inspector Geraldine Steel returns in an exhilarating case of grisly murder in London When a successful businessman is brutally murdered, the police suspect his glamorous wife and her young l
A compact and authoritative guide to the phenomenally popular genre, by a leading expert in Scandinavian crime fictionThis information-packed study examines and celebrates books, films, and TV adaptat
A fascinating mixture of facts, figures, and stories, this is a must-have compendium of all things aeronauticalHumorous, baffling, and astounding aviation stories are collected here, from the pioneeri
From the creator of the world-famous Poison Garden at Alnwick Castle Combining the fascinating archive of the first Duchess of Northumberland with the expertise of Jane, the present Duchess and the cr
Perfect for fans of the show Call the Midwife, a humorous and intimate portrait of convent and hospital lifeAt the age of 18, Eleanor Stewart moved to France to enter a convent. After four years of pr
The definitive groundbreaking book on the relationship between birds and humankind, with contributions from more than 600 bird enthusiasts from all over the world Part natural history and part cultura
A doctor has set up a waiting mortuary on the borders of Kensal Green Cemetery. He collapses and dies, apparently of natural causes, but on the same night one of his most reliable employees goes missi
