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Borderlines : A History of Europe, Told From the Edges
Beautiful. A true gem... [his] unique take on human nature through the history and heritage of the borderlands ends up being deeply moving.' - IRISH INDEPENDENT'Thrillingly unique, knowledgeable, perceptive and profound' IAN DUNT'A light-footed journey along the fault lines of history.' KATJA HOYERThe history...- £25.00
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Britain After Rome : The Fall and Rise, 400 to 1070
The discovery of an immense trove of exquisite gold military artefacts in a Staffordshire field has cast a spotlight on the enigmatic era of 7th and 8th century Britain. These objects, clearly the product of an advanced, affluent, and highly militarised society, raise countless...- £12.99
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Budapest : Between East and West
Nestled at the crossroads of East and West, Budapest has long been a city of contrasts, a vibrant melting pot where cultures collide and histories intertwine. In "Budapest: Portrait of a City Between East and West", Victor Sebestyen takes readers on a captivating journey...- £12.99
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Building Britannia : A History of Britain in Twenty-Five Buildings
An ambitious history of Britain told through the stories of twenty-five notable structures, from the Iron Age fortification of Maiden Castle in Dorset to the Gherkin. Building Britannia is a chronicle of social, political and economic change seen through the prism of the country's...- £35.00
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Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee : An Indian History of the American West
The American West, 1860-1890: years of broken promises, disillusionment, war and massacre. Beginning with the Long Walk of the Navajos and ending with the massacre of Sioux at Wounded Knee, this extraordinary book tells how the American Indians lost their land, lives and liberty...- £10.99
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By the Fire We Carry : The Generations-Long Fight for Justice on Native Land
Hailed as 'breathtaking' and 'a triumph' by Noreen Masud, this compelling work of investigative journalism and American history intertwines two narratives: the forced relocation of Native Americans to treaty lands in the nation's early days, and a 1990s small-town murder that led to a...- £22.00
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Cassino '44 : Five Months of Hell in Italy
This meticulously researched and exceptionally comprehensive work is poised to become the definitive reference on the Cassino campaign. The Telegraph hails it as 'a formidable achievement', whilst John C. McManus, PhD, author of 'To the End of the Earth', declares James Holland as 'our...- £25.00
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Cathedrals of Steam : How London's Great Stations Were Built - And How They Transformed the City
Fascinating' 'Books of the Year', Financial Times'London's twelve great rail termini are the epic survivors of the Victorian age... Wolmar brings them to life with the knowledge of an expert and the panache of a connoisseur.' Simon Jenkins'A wonderful tour, full of vivid incident...- £12.99
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Catherine de' Medici : The Life and Times of the Serpent Queen
Mary Hollingsworth presents a fresh perspective on Catherine de' Medici, arguably the most influential woman in 16th-century Europe, in this groundbreaking biography. Drawing upon overlooked primary sources, the author paints a vivid portrait of a misunderstood and unjustly maligned historical figure. Throughout history, powerful...- £30.00
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Celts, The - Search for a Civilisation
TV tie-in to major new BBC series revealing a new history of the Celts and their international legacy today. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru- £10.99
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Church Going : A Stonemason's Guide to the Churches of the British Isles
Embark on a delightful and enlightening journey through our magnificent legacy of ancient churches. An essential read for anyone who's ever gazed bewildered at an apse or a misericord - Sir Tony Robinson Andrew Ziminski's works are veritable goldmines of practical and scholarly wisdom....- £25.00
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Churches : An Architectural Guide
This compact and accessible book is for anyone who would like to understand more about the architectural history of�English churches. Clear and easy to use, the text explains the key components of�church architecture-stylistic developments, functional requirements, regional variations, and arcane vocabulary. Readers�can equip themselves�to...- £14.99
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Cities that Shaped the Ancient World
John Julius Norwich takes you on a grand tour of forty monumental cities that laid the foundations for the ancient world and its civilizations - cities that have profoundly influenced our modern urban existence. These ancient metropolises were the birthplaces of architectural and political...- £12.99
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Citizens : A Chronicle of The French Revolution
Regarded as a seminal work in the realm of modern historical publishing, Simon Schama's "Citizens: A Chronicle of the French Revolution" stands as the most authoritative social, cultural, and narrative account of the French Revolution ever produced. This monumental tome offers a thought-provoking and...- £20.00
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Citrus : A World History
Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of citrus, a narrative that spans from the artistic realms of classical antiquity to the scientific marvels of the modern era. Mandarin, citron, pomelo, bergamot, kumquat – these are but a few of the citrus varieties...- £35.00
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City of Djinns
Immerse yourself in the captivating tapestry of Delhi, where ancient legends intertwine with modern realities. In "City of Djinns," William Dalrymple takes you on a spellbinding journey through the layers of this enigmatic metropolis. With meticulous research and a keen eye for detail, he...- £10.99
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City of Echoes : A New History of Rome, its Popes and its People
In the eternal city of Rome, the echoes of its illustrious past reverberate through its grandiose palaces and awe-inspiring monuments, as well as the remnants of the ancient imperial city. Yet, for two millennia, another presence has left an indelible mark on Rome –...- £11.99
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Civilisations: How Do We Look / The Eye of Faith
The reigning Queen of Classics' Spectator'Mary Beard is the best in the business' Dan Snow'Excellent' Guardian'Enthralling' Sunday TimesBritain's most famous classicist asks: what are civilisations?Central to this huge question are the ways in which we have depicted the human and the divine from prehistory...- £12.99
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Country Church Monuments
A landmark illustrated history of rural church monuments - the forgotten national treasures of England and WalesDeep in the countryside, away from metropolitan abbeys and cathedrals, thousands of funerary monuments are hidden in parish churches. These artworks - medieval brasses and elegant marble effigies,...- £40.00
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Courting India : England, Mughal India and the Origins of Empire
WINNER OF THE BRITISH ACADEMY BOOK PRIZEA SPECTATOR, WATERSTONES, BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE, PROSPECT AND HISTORY TODAY BOOK OF THE YEARA profound and ground-breaking new history of one of the most important encounters in the history of colonialism: the British arrival in India in the...- £12.99
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Crypt : Life, Death and Disease in the Middle Ages and Beyond
THE SUNDAY TIMES NO. 1 BESTSELLER 'Compulsive . . . A wonderful display of how modern archaeology can bring hidden histories to life' Daily�Telegraph� 'Gripping . . . I found it hard to put down' Evening�Standard `Gripping. Fascinating. While bodily remains tell excellent tales,...- £22.00
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Dinner with Joseph Johnson : Books and Friendship in a Revolutionary Age
*Nominated for the Baillie Gifford Prize* In the waning years of the 18th century, a remarkable assembly of minds convened weekly around a London dinner table. The gatherings were hosted by Joseph Johnson, a prominent publisher and bookseller, who welcomed an ever-changing array of...- £10.99
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Dorset
Fully revised, updated, and expanded, this book offers a fresh and comprehensive account of the buildings of Dorset, one of England's best-loved and most beautiful counties. With its wonderful variety of building stones, Dorset offers visual pleasures which few English counties can match. Its...- £60.00
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East West Street : Winner of the Baillie Gifford Prize
THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017SUNDAY TIMES TOP 10 BESTSELLERWhen he receives an invitation to deliver a lecture in the Ukrainian city of Lviv, international lawyer Philippe Sands begins a journey on the trail of his family's secret history. In...- £10.99
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Edinburgh : Picturesque Notes
Embark on a captivating journey through the historic streets of Edinburgh with Robert Louis Stevenson's "Edinburgh: Picturesque Notes." First published in 1878, this vintage travel book offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the enchanting Scottish capital through the eyes of one of its most celebrated...- £16.99
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Eighteen : A History of Britain in 18 Young Lives
Hailed as the star of her generation by historian Dan Snow, Alice Loxton's "Eighteen: A History of Britain in 18 Young Lives" has been acclaimed as a brilliantly original and wonderfully perceptive work by bestselling author James Holland. Bursting with ideas and images, as...- £22.00
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Eleanor Of Aquitaine : By the Wrath of God, Queen of England
Eleanor, the Duchess of Aquitaine, stands as one of the most captivating and divisive figures of the Medieval era. Renowned for her beauty, intellect, and strong will, she was the subject of numerous substantiated rumours throughout her life. Raised in a court where troubadour...- £12.99
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Embers of the Hands : Hidden Histories of the Viking Age
A captivating exploration that illuminates the multifaceted tapestry of the Viking Age, this work transcends the familiar archetypes of marauding warriors to unveil the rich diversity of individuals who shaped this extraordinary era. With each page radiating profound insights, this masterpiece transports readers beyond...- £25.00
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Emperor of Rome : The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller
INSTANTLY SOARING TO THE TOP TEN IN THE SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER LISTS CROWNED BLACKWELL'S NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR FINALIST FOR THE WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023 'Remarkable ... a richly woven tapestry of information spanning nearly three centuries'...- £11.99
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Empireland : How Imperialism Has Shaped Modern Britain
EMPIREWORLD IS AVAILABLE TO ORDER NOWWINNER OF THE 2022 BRITISH BOOK AWARD FOR NARRATIVE NONFICTION***THE BOOK THAT INSPIRED THE CHANNEL 4 DOCUMENTARY 'EMPIRE STATE OF MIND'***THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'The real remedy is education of the kind that Sanghera has embraced - accepting, not ignoring,...- £10.99
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Empires of the Indus : 10th Anniversary Edition
Embark on an extraordinary voyage along the Indus River, a fabled watercourse that has shaped civilizations and witnessed the ebb and flow of empires for millennia. In "Empires of the Indus," Alice Albinia takes readers on a spellbinding journey, unraveling 2,000 miles of geography...- £12.99
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Empires of the Steppes : The Nomadic Tribes Who Shaped Civilisation
An epic history of how the so-called 'barbarians of the steppes' shaped the modern world. `A rollercoaster of historical narration' History Today'This is a history of epic scope that brings together the empires of the steppe land with the caravan cities of the Silk...- £14.99
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Empireworld : How British Imperialism Has Shaped the Globe
THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER In his ground-breaking new book, Sathnam Sanghera traces the legacies of British empire around the world. `Beautifully written, and not just a welcome corrective but a book for our times. This is essential reading' Peter Frankopan`An absolute masterpiece' James...- £20.00
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Enemies and Neighbours : Arabs and Jews in Palestine and Israel, 1917-2017
ECONOMIST, SUNDAY TIMES, FINANCIAL TIMES AND GUARDIAN BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2017'Comprehensive and compelling ... A nuanced, landmark study that has deservedly won plaudits from both Palestinian and Israeli historians' Justin Marozzi, The TimesA century after Britain's Balfour Declaration promised a Jewish 'national home'...- £16.99
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England's Thousand Best Churches
Simon Jenkins has travelled the length and breadth of England to select his thousand best churches. Organised by county, each church is described - often with delightful asides - and given a star-rating from one to five. All of the county sections are prefaced...- £40.00
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England's Villages : An Extraordinary Journey Through Time
THE STUNNING NEW BOOK FROM THE HOST OF BBC 2'S VILLAGES BY THE SEAEngland's villages have survived, developed, and thrived over hundreds of years. But what makes a village and how has that changed over time? Take a charming and unexpected journey through the...- £10.99
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English Food : A People's History
`An absolute gem' Sunday Times `A mouthwatering history' The Guardian In this delicious history of Britain's food traditions, Diane Purkiss invites readers on a unique journey through the centuries, exploring the development of recipes and rituals for mealtimes such as breakfast, lunch, and dinner,...- £12.99
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Europe's 100 Best Cathedrals
READERS OF EUROPEAN HISTORY WILL LOVE THIS BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED BOOK!"Simon Jenkins has provided a feast for both eyes and mind in this sumptuously illustrated guide to Europe's greatest cathedrals" John Barton, author of A History of the Bible"As ever, Simon Jenkins is here the...- £30.00
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Eve : How The Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERLONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2024FOYLE'S NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023LONGLISTED FOR BLACKWELL'S NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023ONE OF THE GUARDIAN'S BEST IDEAS BOOKS OF 2023ONE OF THE TELEGRAPH'S FIFTY BEST BOOKS OF 2023ONE OF PROSPECT'S...- £25.00
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Exiles : Three Island Journeys
A luminous exploration of exile - the people who have experienced it, and the places they inhabit - from the award-winning travel writer and author of The Immeasurable World and The Moor. 'Breathtakingly good . . . Exiles is completely sui generis.'EDMUND DE WAAL'Atkins...- £10.99
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