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Renowned English history populariser Richard Tames presents an engaging journey through the overlooked, forgotten, and marginalised aspects of England's past. In his book "England's Forgotten Past: The Unsung Heroes and Heroines, Valiant Kings, Great Battles and Other Generally Overlooked Episodes in Our Nation's Glorious History", Tames sheds light on the lesser-known narratives that have slipped through the cracks of mainstream historical accounts.
Written in a captivating, accessible, and often witty style, this work breathes new life into an array of colourful historical figures who, despite their significance in their time, have faded into obscurity. From the likes of St Cuthbert and Nicholas Breakspear (England's sole pope) to Octavia Hill and the Marquis of Granby, Tames paints vivid portraits of these forgotten personalities.
The book's scope extends beyond individuals, delving into diverse topics such as sports, lost villages, unsung war heroes, and overlooked inventors. Readers will discover fascinating titbits, such as Barking's former status as home to the world's largest fishing fleet, or the intriguing fact that coffee houses were once dubbed 'penny universities'.
Brimming with quotations and anecdotes, and thoughtfully organised into concise sections, this book is perfectly suited for both casual perusal and cover-to-cover reading. Tames offers history enthusiasts a delightful opportunity to explore the hidden gems of England's rich and varied past.
Book ISBN: | 9780500293775 |
Book Author: | Richard Tames |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
Book Publisher: | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
Book Dimensions: | 132 x 199 x 15 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2018-01-03 |
Book Pagination: | 192 pages, 70 Illustrations, black and white |
Book Weight: | 190g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’