The first ever full biography of one of Britain's best loved and most successful ever writers. Includes new interviews with colleagues and contemporaries including Neil Gaiman and Robert Rankin.
This is the autobiography of Air Marshal Sir Christopher Charles Cotton Coville KCB, FRAeS.
A full and detailed biography of Roger Keyes, Admiral of the Fleet and Lord of Zeebrugge and Dover. Lord Keyes was Churchill's trusted friend. He participated in the Boxer Rebellion, the First World War and the Second World War, during which he worked especially closely with Churchill.
Flight Lieutenant David Crook was a Spitfire pilot during the Battle of Britain who became a decorated ace.
Reexamines the literary, pictorial and archaeological evidence for hoplite warfare minutely, and combines this with the insights of experimental archaeology using replica weapons and equipment.
A major new history of the Port of London.
Detailed history of the operations of the Royal Navy's Eastern Fleet in the Indian Ocean during the Second World War.
Covers wreaths for all seasons, from scented lavender hearts to harvest festival straw circles, and we will explore how to make them from more unusual materials such as pool noodles.
The extraordinary Brontes were a family like no other -and it all began when Maria met Patrick. This is her story.
Explores ten alternate outcomes of the First World War, covering all theatres of war not just the Western Front. Based on actual wartime plans, genuine possibilities and credible decisions.
A comprehensive historical account of the production of Howard Hughes's famed HK-I Hercules one of the most expensive failures in aviation history.
Thought-provoking new account of Operation Market Garden in 1944.
A first-hand account of the author's experiences serving as a military lawyer during times of war.
It is a unique book -there has been no comparable synthesis published for a hundred years. It offers a coherent and accessible read, with introductions and summaries for each chapter.
Story of two marine's experiences of combat in Afghanistan, and the culture and environment from which they reentered civil society.
The graphic experience of British soldiers fighting in the Peninsular War told in their own words.
Reprint of classic WW2 Divisional history. The Guards have universal appeal. The Division had an exemplary fighting record. A number of VC winners. Possible Royal foreword.
Unique overview of the origins, development and significance of Military Intelligence.
Tells the history of this pivotal region, the doorway between Europe and Asia.
This book shines a light on the long-overlooked Sir Anthony Sherley.
Good Photographic CoverageInteresting New FactsUseful to ModellersCoverage of Industrial History
A British tank commanders classic eyewitness account of the Second World War.
Using the original police reports, state of the art photographs, unseen images and diagrams, they present the truth about what actually happened in the autumn of 1888.
Possibly the most powerful man in the world during a crucial period of history and a highly successful general Examines Seleucid military strength and organization at this time
Narrative of Rome's wars during a tumultuous period of civil war and mounting external threats. Discusses development of the Roman army and the armies of her major enemies eg Goths and Sassanid Persians. Includes such pivotal events as the battles of the Milvian Bridge, and Strasbourg.
Modern crochet patterns from a popular designer. Showcases a wide variety of different yarns, from Raffia to t-shirt yarn. Includes tips on how to be more sustainable and use eco-friendly materials. Features a beginner's section detailing stitches, yarn info, and advice.
The first book to uncover the key role the British Army played in the establishment of the FA Cup.
An authentic account of this famous unit written by its wartime Intelligence Officer. Reconnaissance operations deep within enemy-held territory. The capture of the key desert oasis of Kufra. Combined raids with the SAS.
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