Historical books from United Kingdom
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A Short History of England by Simon Jenkins EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
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Which battle was fought 'For England, Harry and St George'? Who demanded to be painted 'warts and all'? What - and when - was the Battle of the Bulge?In A Short History of England, bestselling author Simon Jenkins answers all these questions - and many more - as he tells the tumultuous story of a fascinating nation. From the invaders of the dark ages to today's coalition, via the Tudors, the Stuarts and two world wars, Jenkins weaves together a gripping narrative with all the most important and interesting dates in his own inimitable style. Until now there has been no short history of England ... continue
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An Inland Voyage by Robert Louis Stevenson EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
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Robert Louis Stevenson was not only a gifted writer, he was also an indefatigable traveller. An Inland Voyage, first published in 1878, is Stevenson's earliest book. It describes a voyage undertaken with this Scottish friend Sir Walter Grindlay Simpson, mostly along the Oise River from Belgium through France, in the autumn of 1876. Stevenson and Simpson each had a wooden canoe rigged with a sail, propelled with double-bladed paddles, a style that had recently become popular. An Inland Voyage paints a delightful picture of Europe in a more innocent time, with quirky innkeepers, travelling enter... continue
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An Unexpected Light: Travels in Afghanistan by Elliott, Jason EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
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"Aware of the risks involved, but determined to explore what he could of the Afghan people and culture, Elliot leaves the relative security of the capital, Kabul.
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Attila the Hun : A Barbarian King and the Fall of Rome by John Man EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
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The name Attila the Hun has become a byword for barbarism, savagery and violence. His is a truly household name, but what do we really know about the man himself, his position in history and the world in which he lived? This riveting biography reveals the man behind the myth. In the years 434-454AD the fate of Europe hung upon the actions of one man, Attila, king of the Huns. The decaying Roman empire still stood astride the Western World, from its twin capitals of Rome and Constantinople, but it was threatened by a new force, the much-feared Barbarian hordes. It was Attila who united the Barb... continue
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Brittle with Relics : A History of Wales, 1962-97 by Richard King EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
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Brittle with Relics is a landmark history of the people ofWales during a period of great national change.
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Erebus : The Story of a Ship by Michael Palin EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
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Made in Wales -- Magnetic north -- Magnetic south -- Far-off shores -- "Our southern home"--"Farther south than any (known) human being has been" -- Dancing with the captains -- "Pilgrims of the ocean" -- "Such a wretched place as this you never saw" -- "Three years from Gillingham" -- Homeward bound -- "So little now remains to be done" -- North by north-west -- No signal -- The truth -- Life and death -- The inuit story -- Resurrection.
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Eureka Street by Robert McLiam Wilson EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
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In Eureka Street in Belfast wonen mensen die niet zo gewoon zijn als ze lijken.
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Godmersham Park by Gill Hornby EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
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'Utterly absorbing and illuminating. Written with a sure and stylish hand. Gill Hornby's best book yet.' Esther Freud __________________________ FROM THE #1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF MISS AUSTEN On 21 January 1804, Anne Sharpe arrives at Godmersham Park in Kent to take up the position of governess. At 31 years old, she has no previous experience of either teaching or fine country houses. Her mother has died, and she has nowhere else to go. Anne is left with no choice. For her new charge - twelve-year-old Fanny Austen - Anne's arrival is all novelty and excitement. The governess role is a uniquely ... continue
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Good-Bye to All That : An Autobiography by Robert Graves EN
Country: Europe / United Kingdom
United Kingdom
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English author Robert Graves says goodbye to England, family, friends, and a way of life.