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This classic Pitkin looks at the wide range and history of castles in England, introduced by the Normans in the 11th century. Covers castle building, their roles as fortresses and homes, and medieval castle life.

For many, the name of Ypres invokes some of our most poignant poetry, written by soldiers at the front line. Reminders of the horrors and heroism of a terrible war await the visitor, but also the pleasures of discovering the richness of a heritage that stretches back over 800 years.

Queen Elizabeth II is descended from King Egbert through 12 centuries of monarchs. Showcasing all the family trees, from the Anglo-Saxons to the Windsors, this useful guidebook explains the fascinating process on how power transferred from one monarch to the next.

The book will enable readers to use, recognise and understand all the standard defensive signals used in bridge and to gain an awareness of alternative methods.

A history of Nottingham

Using a wide range of archaeological evidence, Dr Henig shows that the Roman element in religion was of much greater significance in Britain and that the natural Roman veneration for the gods gave way to meaningful expression.

Dendrochronologists can now provide a wood sample for any calender date over the last seven millennia from two continents. The author discusses the latest developments.

In April 1536, there were scattered throughout England and Wales more than 800 monasteries, by April 1540 there were none. The major social and religious upheaval of these four years is what we call the Dissolution of the Monasteries.

Portrays Elizabeth I's turbulent life and times and the achievements of the talented men of the time, among them Sir Francis Drake, Sir Walter Raleigh and William Shakespeare. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel.

This is a beautifully illustrated and well-researched Pitkin Guide. Taking costume though the ages from 1500 to the present day, it shows how we can relate our own experience of fashion to that of our ancestors. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel.

Branded one of the greatest villains of all time, the name Guy Fawkes is synonymous with a spectacular crime that never was.

Divorced, beheaded, died; divorced, beheaded, survived. This attractive guide tells the fascinating story of Henry VIII's six wives and their fates, along with photographs, paintings and illustrations to bring it to life.

Drawing on recent excavation and field surveys, the author reinterprets many aspects of the settlement history of this marginal arid zone that was once made prosperous.