the british beach guide ian brighouse

From all around the coast, from the remote wildness of Cullykhan in Aberdeenshire to the bustling working harbour at St Ives in Cornwall, from the vast empty sands of North Norfolk to Anthony Gormley’s iron men at Crosby beach on Merseyside, the author has asked individuals what the beach means to them.He noticed that people are generally happier on the beach and wanted to find out why. Thus began an engrossing venture. Collecting responses, he was surprised on two counts. Firstly, that people were very open and forthcoming; they had never met and none of the interviews were pre-arranged, yet the answers came thick and fast. Secondly, the range of answers was as diverse as the moods of the sea. He discovered that the beach inspires creativity and connections with nature and can be a place of reflection, work or activities and, above all else, the beach has an uplifting effect.These reflections and opinions are the basis of this guide which features 130 of Britain’s beaches, a cross-section of a larger journey. For each beach, there is a summary, including the author’s own impressions, and the answers from people encountered on that beach with photos. As well as being a showcase for the fine words of those who have so generously shared their answers, this is a celebration of us as an island people and an acclamation of the beach itself, this unique place where the land, sky and sea meet.The beach interviews showcase its profound effect on people, whether enhancing creativity, decision- making and energy levels, being restorative and settling, as part of a routine or a reference point through generations, perhaps representing freedom, an escape or just fun.

Objev podobné jako The British Beach Guide - Ian Brighouse

This atlas covers the history of the British Isles from earliest times to the present day.The first hunter-gatherers,who crossed into what would become our familiar islands by the land-bridge, and later followed by more familiar peoples the Celts,Angles, Saxons,Vikings and Normans,who together would create our islands unique history. Each contributed ideas which shaped our lands, languages and thoughts that are at the core of our identities to this day. This story is illustrated with 150 full-colour maps and plans that range across many topics, such as agricultural, political and industrial revolutions. The expansion of our islands peoples across the oceans and the lasting legacy that movement left on the world and on our home islands. We show the fluctuating fortunes of the states we now identify ourselves by, from an Anglo-Scottish imperium to devolved power, independence and the often painful process by which the modern map of our islands evolved.The forces of history and religion divided the islands peoples but our DNA unites us much more that most would realise the islands have gone on to embrace new cultures that have come to seek refuge, opportunity and equalitry this is a peoples history.

Objev podobné jako The Historical Atlas of the British Isles - Barnes Ian, Alex Swanston

'A definitive classic field guide [...] Its scope is as magnificent as our countryside itself.' BBC Countryfile Magazine'This book is perfect for anyone who’s travelled through the countryside, scratched their head, and thought, ‘what on earth is that thing?'' Tony RobinsonHave you ever driven past a lumpy, bumpy field and wondered what made the lumps and bumps? Or walked between two lines of grand trees and wondered when and why they were planted? Entertaining and factually rigorous, Hidden Histories has the answers and will help you decipher the story of Britain's landscape through the features you can see around you. In this spotter’s guide, Mary-Ann Ochota arms amateur explorers with the crucial information needed to understand the landscape and spot the human activities that have shaped our green and pleasant land.Photographs and diagrams point out specific details and typical examples to help the curious spotter understand what they’re looking at, or looking for.Specially commissioned illustrations bring to life the processes that shaped the landscape (from medieval ploughing to Roman road building).Stand-alone capsules explore interesting aspects of history (like the Highland Clearances or the coming of Christianity).Feature boxes provide definitions of jargon or handy references as required (like a glossary of what different field names mean).Each chapter culminates in a checklist of key details to look for, other things it might be, and gives details of where to find some of the best examples in Britain.From lumps and bumps to stones, lines and villages, Hidden Histories is the must-have spotter’s guide to the British landscape.

Objev podobné jako Hidden Histories: A Spotter's Guide to the British Landscape - Mary-Ann Ochota

An encyclopedia of the main species of animal, bird and fish found in the British Isles, with beautiful illustrations, detailed specifications and a natural history guide to habitats.

Objev podobné jako The Animals, Birds & Fish of the British Isles, Illustrated Guide to - Daniel Gilpin

A compact, lightweight and informative guide to 310 of the most common birds found in the UK. RSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds is a compact, lightweight and informative field guide, featuring 310 bird species regularly seen in the UK. Species are illustrated in all distinct plumage forms likely to be observed in the wild by renowned bird artist Stephen Message, and a detailed distribution map for the British Isles is also provided. Concise text covers appearance, behaviour and voice – focusing on key identification points – and also outlines where you will find the species, describes its seasonal movements and includes the latest UK population data. Finally, confusion species are cross-referenced, with their most important and easily noted differences from the subject species described. A comprehensive introduction provides a guide on how and where to find birds, and how to make the most useful and rewarding observations for newcomers to birdwatching. Uniquely, this guide also provides images and descriptions for not only a selection of rarer visitors, but also for a range of domestic species and certain commonly observed aberrant forms of more familiar birds, all of which are omitted from most field guides but can cause great confusion for beginners when encountered in the wild.

Objev podobné jako RSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds - Taylor Marianne

This informative and engaging guide for beginner wildlife-watchers and nature enthusiasts describes the mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish and insects commonly seen in the British Isles.Do you know the difference between a hare and a rabbit? And could you tell a grasshopper from a cricket or a porpoise from a dolphin? A companion to our popular photographic bird guide, The RSPB Everyday Guide to British Wildlife will help you identify more than 100 of our most common and widespread species, from the back garden and town centre to the countryside and coast.Species accounts include friendly text written by Charlie Elder, beautiful colour photos, fun facts and top tips to help you identify crucial species characteristics while you''re out and about. The easy-to-use layout helps beginners quickly find what they are looking for, and the book also includes practical advice and information on a range of fascinating topics, including wildlife ponds, gardening for pollinators and rockpool residents.Richly detailed and accessible, this helpful guide is a perfect introduction for anyone keen to get outside and learn more about the extraordinary range of wildlife we can see in Britain.

Objev podobné jako RSPB Everyday Guide to British Wildlife - Charlie Elder

Experience the joy of discovering the natural world around you with this beautiful pocket guide to British trees, an inspiration and treat designed to enthral all nature lovers.This comprehensive guide to British trees contains some of the finest original tree illustrations ever produced. Covering all tree species commonly found outside the major arboretums, the text highlights the most important things to look for to aid fast and accurate identification, and the illustrations are annotated with essential features.The introduction contains illustrations of the main leaves, buds, and firs you are likely to find, which also provide the starting point for identification by leading you to a ''key'' species. Within each tree family there is a list of key species and a guide to the most important features to look for when identifying a particular tree from that family. Individual species are then thoroughly described and a detailed illustration features on the same page.This is the ideal pocket guide for travelling naturalists and tree enthusiasts alike and is an essential addition to every nature lover''s bookshelves.

Objev podobné jako Collins British Tree Guide - David More, Owen Johnson

The Land Rover is one of the most recognised vehicles ever produced and is nothing short of a British Institution. From its humble beginnings based on an ex-World War II Jeep chassis in 1947 to a £200,000+ Range Rover in 2023, for over seven decades Land Rover has provided the 4x4s of choice for royalty, the armed forces, celebrities and the everyday family. As well as being a beloved family carrier, it has transported explorers across continents, kept farms producing, helped police nations and been instrumental in saving the lives of those lost or stranded in difficult terrain. This book pays homage to this jack-of-all-trades workhorse that was once promoted as the world’s most versatile vehicle, charting the history of all the Land Rover variants manufactured, starting with the first prototype built in 1947. The smorgasbord of information covered includes conversions, both military and civilian, that have been produced both by Land Rover and by third-party companies, along with many of the prototype and concept vehicles produced over the years. There is a focus on the technical aspects of the vehicles, and the specifications of all the production variants made are detailed. The Land Rover has been used in various expeditions since the early days, and this book also covers some of the Land Rover products used for these, as well as the vehicles used for competitions such as the Camel Trophy and G4 challenges. These include those produced by Bowler, which is now owned by Jaguar Land Rover. Whether you are new to the Land Rover or a seasoned enthusiast, there will be something for you on the pages of this highly illustrated, informative book.

Objev podobné jako Land Rover: The Ultimate Enthusiast's Guide - Ian Garner

''Absolutely stunning... Left me feeling the fresh air of Cornwall and feeling the sea breeze... Heartwarming... made me laugh, cry, smile and fall in love... Every time I came to the end of the chapter, I just HAD to know what was going to happen next... I ended up devouring the whole book in a several hour sitting!!... Gorgeous!'' Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Step into gorgeous Indigo Cove on the stunning Cornish coast and be swept off your feet with this totally gripping summer romance about reuniting with your first crush. Perfect for fans of Nicola May, Sarah Morgan and Cathy Bramley.When Jessie is jilted at the altar, she needs an escape. Running to her grandfather''s house in Indigo Cove, she doesn''t expect to crash straight into her first love. She only needs to take one look at tall, brooding Ashton''s sea-glass eyes to know she needs to stay away, to avoid another heartbreak.Throwing herself into the community around the Cornish café by the sea, Jessie helps her grandfather with his puzzles and feels her confidence build as the quirky locals welcome her. But she can''t stay away from Ashton, exploring the beautiful coastline hand-in-hand and learning to trust again.But when she discovers a secret about Ashton''s past, Jessie is left shaken. Will her summer at the beach café be a huge mistake? Or the fresh start she needs?What readers are saying about Summer at the Cornish Beach Café:''Perfectly gorgeous book!!! I just could not put my kindle down and I was absolutely gutted when I came to the end... Absolutely amazing... Everything you want in a heartwarming romance... I completely fell head over heels in love!!! An uplifting breath of fresh air!!!... Absolutely gorgeous!'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Fabulously warm-hearted and romantic!... A delightful read! Everything about it was perfect!... I could picture myself in Indigo Cover as I read, feeling the sun''s rays and dipping my toes in the sea!'' Star Dust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Gorgeous heart-warming story about friendship, self-discovery and love... wonderful experience... It was easy to get lost in the pages and caught up in the story.'' Once Upon a Time Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Perfect beach read... warm and idyllic... Once I opened the book and began reading I didn''t want to stop... a wonderful summer story. I loved it from beginning to end and I know you will too. Don''t wait another moment, read this one now... Absolutely fabulous.'' Page Turners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Heartwarming... I loved settling into the pages of its setting in Indigo Cove with its pristine waters, endless sand... Throw in cream cakes and lemonade from the Cornish Beach Café and what more could you need... feel-good book, the perfect vacation bring-along... The ending was sofabulous!'' Vegan Book Blogger, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Gorgeous book has it all: romance, nostalgia, humour... totally captures the reader and doesn''t let go ''til the final page... adorable characters, both human and animal, that one can''t help but fall in love with.'' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Gosh... gave you a lovely fuzzy feeling as the story unfolded... Amazing characters... Loved it.'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Heart-warming, cozy and heartfelt story... uplifting... Perfect reading for the summer!'' @shortbookthyme, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Perfect book for a summer afternoon... uplifting and beautifully written.'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Brilliant read... set against the backdrop of the beautiful Cornish coast... heart-warming and uplifting.'' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako Summer at the Cornish Beach Cafe - Donna Ashcroft

These expert-curated pocket guide books shine a spotlight on more unusual British city break, coastal and island holiday destinations, with a wealth of practical information on what to see and do. Each area or neighbourhood in the destination is explored in-depth with detailed coverage of the points of interest, shops, restaurants, cafes and bars on offer. Excursions to surrounding areas give plenty of options for those looking to enjoy a longer stay.The Pocket Rough Guide Edinburgh covers:Â The Old Town, the New Town, the Water of Leith and Greater Edinburgh.Inside this travel guide you will find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERExperiences selection for every kind of trip to Edinburgh, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Dean Village to family activities in child-friendly places, like The Royal Mile, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Arthur''s Seat.INCISIVE AREA-BY-AREA OVERVIEWSCovering the Old Town, Royal Mile, Greater Edinburgh and more, the practical Places section provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop.TIME-SAVING ITINERARIESThe routes suggested by Rough Guides'' expert writers cover top attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse, and hidden gems like the Water of Leithand Holyrood Park.DAY-TRIPSVenture further afield to Hopetoun House or Jupiter Artland. This tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive.HONEST INDEPENDENT REVIEWSWritten with Rough Guides'' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Edinburgh.COMPACT FORMATPacked with pertinent practical information, this is a convenient companion when you''re out and about exploring Edinburgh.ATTRACTIVE USER-FRIENDLY DESIGNFeatures fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout.PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATIONIncludes invaluable background information on how to get to Edinburgh, getting around, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory.FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all the content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

Objev podobné jako Pocket Rough Guide British Breaks Edinburgh: Travel Guide with eBook - Rough Guides

The Royal Navy invented the aircraft carrier and most of the key innovations which have enabled carriers to remain effective, exploiting continuing changes in aircraft technology, from biplanes to supersonic jets. This book tells (and explains) how that happened over more than a century of British carrier development, based largely on declassified official documents, both British and US. Major themes include British domination of the early years of carrier development, and the audacious and highly original plans for their use during World War I, which inspired later naval thinking on the potential of carrier aviation. The introduction of armoured flight decks in the 1930s was only the first of a sequence of British innovations, the most important of which made it possible for carriers to operate jet aircraft (the angled deck, the steam catapult, and the mirror landing sight). These British developments, particularly the steam catapult, were crucial to the survival of the US carrier force in the postwar era, to an extent often forgotten. Later the Royal Navy produced the first commando carriers, and played a crucial role in the VSTOL carrier revolution, and continues to demonstrate originality and innovation as seen in the current pair of large carriers. This book covers all British-built carriers, including those in Commonwealth and foreign service, with the historical context, both operational and technical, explained in detail, as is the connection to larger British national concerns. The book is heavily illustrated with photographs, but also reproduces official plans from the National Maritime Museum, many of which have never previously been published.

Objev podobné jako The British Aircraft Carrier - Norman Friedman

The history of the British Army''s multi-racial forces that supported the empire''s global dominance through economic power, a strong navy, and formidable military presence.What allowed the British to create and hold its empire? In 1914 the British had the largest empire in the world. The sun literally never set on its holdings. The Empire rested on three strong pillars - British economic might, a powerful fleet and its multi race armies. The wealth provided by British industry provided the sinews of British power. The fleet protected the arteries along which British products reached the world and the UK projected its power. But its wealth and strong navy would not allow England to guard the North-West Frontier of India, or march to Peking or Ethiopia or fight foes as varied as the Sikhs, Maori and Zulus. In The British EmpireÂ’s Regulars - 1880-1914 the army and men that won and held the empire are covered in detail. In most books these men are as anonymous as pawns on a chessboard. The book gives a definitive account of the many different ethnic groups that served. Sikhs, Scots, Gurkhas, Ibos and more are all here. The work explains what contribution each made to The EmpireÂ’s polyglot armies. Drawing on sociology, governmental records and history, the book will appeal to readers who are interested in the British Empire, its military forces, and to students and scholars of military sociology and history.

Objev podobné jako The British Empire’s Regulars 1880 - 1914 - Wendell Schollander

A humorous and very personal guide written by Bill Bailey about his favourite British birds, complete with drawings, notes and cartoons by the comedian himself.''When herons are spooked they have a habit of vomiting as a defence. Half-digested pieces of eel and water vole skull on your head is not a good look. Just so you know.''Bill Bailey''s wonderfully charming and informative book on the birds he loves is now available as a handy, easy-to-carry pocket paperback. Packed with the comedian''s observations, illustrations and sketches, this edition is perfect for birdwatching expeditions, with new information for proper twitchers, including:· A ''British Birds'' checklist · A list of the best birdwatching sites in the UK· Suggestions of bird spotting equipment· Information about joining a birdwatching clubBailey takes us on a journey around the British Isles, zooming in on those birds that enthuse him the most. Whether it''s what they eat, where they fly to or how they communicate, these birds are always fascinating, and he introduces us to their weird and wonderful ways in a manner that is always entertaining. If you''re a parent who''d like to appear a bit clever when your child asks you the name of a bird; if you want to find a new and healthy hobby that takes you outdoors; or whether, quite simply, you want to understand a bit more about our natural environment and have a laugh at the same time, this is the companion book to have.Funny and insightful, and positively crackling with energy, knowledge and wit, this beautiful paperback will delight Bailey''s fans, birds as well as those who fancy a bit of armchair escapism.Alongside music and stand-up, one of Bailey''s favourite pastimes is birdwatching, which he has been doing since he was a child in the West Country. His fondest memories are of family outings with parents, grandparents and cousins, ticking the birds off in his little Observer''s Book of Birds. As he has said about those formative years, ''birdwatching gave a purpose to the day and a love of the natural world which has carried on into my adult life''.

Objev podobné jako Bill Bailey's Remarkable Guide to British Birds - Bill Bailey

Can true love win the day?Hetty Affleck is working as a maid at the prestigious Beach Hotel in Littlehampton. Her beau, Lorcan, is away at war and has recently stopped replying to her letters but she is determined to keep her spirits up. When she meets wealthy shipbuilder’s son Victor Perryman, they pass the time of day and they both feel a connection but she can’t allow herself to think anything more of it - not only does she have Lorcan to think of, but she and Victor are divided by wealth and class.Yet they meet again and Hetty is charmed and intrigued by Victor and his openness towards her. It becomes harder to ignore the attachment growing between them.When Lorcan comes back on leave, Hetty is forced to face her true feelings. Who does she really love, and can that love conquer everything in its path?An uplifting, emotional WW1 saga perfect for fans of Ginny Bell and Jean FullertonReaders adore the Beach Hotel series:‘Oh wow this story was…amazing and heartfelt…I hope there will be more in this series’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Had me turning the pages well into the night… A five-star, well-written beach caper. A page turner from beginning to end.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘I have enjoyed all three books in this series but this one was the best! I think that is because it is Helen’s story and Helen is the very heart of the hotel…I really enjoyed it.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘The strong thread that runs through this series is friendship, that’s exactly what Helen Bygrove needs when things get difficult! I know it was third in series but I’m sure there’s room for a follow up! I live in hope.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Another brilliant book by this brilliant author’ Reader Review‘Brilliant storyline, brilliant book. Couldn’t put it down. Family saga at its best’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘I loved this enchanting read…could not put it down…’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Well, what a start to a new series! There are many secrets to be uncovered…I loved this book.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘Charming…this book felt like an escape…The story was heartwarming’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘I thoroughly enjoyed this book…I’m glad there is more to come from the Beach Hotel.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

Objev podobné jako Love and Loss at the Beach Hotel - Francesca Capaldi

''A rare writer with the courage to tell Britain some home truths about itself and where it''s headed. A much needed book''. - Ian Dunt''What Britain needs at the moment is not to be talked up or talked down, but simply a sense of itself that''s underpinned by clarity and honesty... This is exactly what Michael Peel provides in this persuasive, good-humoured book.'' - Jonathan Coe''A wake-up call for those still under the illusion that Great Britain plc punches above its weight''. - Chris Mullin, author of A Very British Coup''Entertaining and smart.'' - Geoff Norcott''Michael Peel is a top class thinker and writer. This is a necessary book as well as an extremely entertaining one.'' - Simon Kuper''Sharp, witty and eye-opening. As Peel convincingly argues, we can do so much better.'' - Matthew Parker, author of One Fine Day: Britain''s Empire On the BrinkUPDATED EDITION FOLLOWING 2024 ELECTIONHow do you see Britain? That might depend on your point of view, and as long time British foreign correspondent, Michael Peel has come to understand, it can look very different from outside.It''s tempting to think of the UK as a fundamentally stable and successful nation. But events of the past few years, from Brexit to exposés of imperial history, have begun to spark fierce public debates about whether that is true. Is Britain, just a marginal northern European island nation, marked by injustices, corruption and with a bloody history of slavery, repression and looting? And yet UK politics, media, and public opinion live constantly in the shadow of old myths, Second World War era nostalgia, and a belief in supposedly core British values of tolerance, decency and fair play. British politicians regularly exploit a damaging complacency that holds that everything will turn out okay, because, in Britain, it always does.In WHAT EVERYONE KNOWS ABOUT BRITAIN, Michael Peel digs into the national consciousness with the perspective of distance to pull apart the ways in which we British have become unmoored from crucial truths about ourselves. He shows us that from many perspectives we are no different from other countries whose own national delusions have seen them succumb to abuses of power, increased poverty and divisive conflict.The battle over Britain''s narrative is the struggle for its future and its place in the world. So, how do we escape the trick mirror - and see ourselves as we really are?

Objev podobné jako What Everyone Knows About Britain* (*Except The British) - Michael Peel

From the eighteenth century until the 1950s the British Empire was the biggest political entity in the world. The territories forming this empire ranged from tiny islands to vast segments of the world''s major continental land masses. The British Empire left its mark on the world in a multitude of ways, many of them permanent. In this Very Short Introduction, Ashley Jackson introduces and defines the British Empire, reviewing its historiography by answering a series of key questions: What was the British Empire, and what were its main constituent parts? What were the phases of imperial expansion and contraction and the general causes of expansion and contraction? How was the Empire ruled? What were its economic effects? What were the cultural implications of empire, in Britain and its colonies? What was life like for people living under imperial rule? What are the legacies of the British Empire and how should we view its place in world history?ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Objev podobné jako The British Empire - Ashley Jackson

In 1837, Queen Victoria inherited an army that had not changed greatly from that which defeated Napoleon in 1815, although reform was already under way. The process of reorganization and modernization, however, continued throughout her reign. As the British army protected and extended the Empire, it strove to adapt to rapidly advancing technology and an incredible array of enemies and environments. This was the period in which many of the of its most famous battle honours were won, such as Balaklava, Rorke’s Drift and Omdurman. Gabriele Esposito gives a comprehensive overview of the history, organization, weapons and uniforms of the various components of the British army. All branches of the service are included: Foot Guards, line infantry, Highland infantry, light infantry, rifle corps (the King’s Royal Rifle Corps and the Rifle Brigade), Life Guards and Horse Guards, Dragoon Guards, Dragoons, Light Dragoons, Hussars, Lancers, Royal Artillery, Royal Engineers and Royal Army Service Corps. The Royal Marines and Royal Marine Artillery, while technically part of the Royal Navy, are also covered as they often fought with the land forces. The ‘legions’ of British volunteers who fought abroad and the foreign military units in British service are also considered. He traces the great changes that happened across the period in both military dress (the famous red coats giving way to khaki) and equipment (notably, muskets being replaced by breech-loading rifles and machine guns). Dozens of beautiful colour artworks illustrate this glorious period of British military history.

Objev podobné jako The British Army of Queen Victoria, 1837–1901 - Gabriele Esposito

An artist investigates strange goings on at the British museum - and uncovers a maelstrom of disquiet within its corridors, galleries and vaults“An absorbingly creepy travelogue through the corridors, tunnels and basements of our most famous cultural repository. With Noah Angell as our guide, the British Museum becomes a haunted prison filled with imperial plunder and restless spirits clamouring for attention.” - Malcolm Gaskill, author of The Ruin Of All Witches“Fascinating and illuminating” - Peter Ackroyd“Brilliantly delicate, pointed, shivery... You could read it as a guide to which galleries to avoid - or to where the push for repatriation should be most urgent.” - Erin L. Thompson, professor of art crime at the City University of New York“Achieves a near-impossible marriage between paranormal pop-culture, folklore and hauntology” - Roger Clarke, author of A Natural History of Ghosts“A heady cocktail of history and folklore that leaves a haunting aftertaste... Spine-tingling” - Lindsey Fitzharris, New York Times bestselling author of The FacemakerWhat if the British Museum isn't a carefully ordered cross section of history but is in instead a palatial trophy cabinet of colonial loot - swarming with volatile and errant spirits? When artist and writer Noah Angell first heard murmurs of ghostly sightings at the British Museum he had to find out more. What started as a trickle soon became a deluge as staff old and new - from overnight security to respected curators - brought him testimonies of their supernatural encounters. It became clear that the source of the disturbances was related to the Museum's contents - unquiet objects, holy plunder, and restless human remains protesting their enforced stay within the colonial collection's cabinets and deep underground vaults. According to those who have worked there, the institution is heaving with profound spectral disorder.Ghosts of the British Museum fuses storytelling, folklore and history, digs deep into our imperial past and unmasks the world's oldest national museum as a site of ongoing conflict, where restless objects are held against their will.

Objev podobné jako Ghosts of the British Museum - Noah Angell

''An absorbingly creepy travelogue through the corridors, tunnels and basements of our most famous cultural repository. With Noah Angell as our guide, the British Museum becomes a haunted prison filled with imperial plunder and restless spirits clamouring for attention.'' - Malcolm Gaskill, author of The Ruin Of All Witches''Fascinating and illuminating'' - Peter Ackroyd''Brilliantly delicate, pointed, shivery... You could read it as a guide to which galleries to avoid - or to where the push for repatriation should be most urgent.'' - Erin L. Thompson, professor of art crime at the City University of New York''Achieves a near-impossible marriage between paranormal pop-culture, folklore and hauntology'' - Roger Clarke, author of A Natural History of Ghosts''A heady cocktail of history and folklore that leaves a haunting aftertaste... Spine-tingling'' - Lindsey Fitzharris, New York Times bestselling author of The Facemaker''A reader might well do as Angell did himself: come for the delicious ghost stories but stay for a complete takedown of the British Museum project.'' The New StatesmanWhat if the British Museum isn''t a carefully ordered cross section of history but is in instead a palatial trophy cabinet of colonial loot - swarming with volatile and errant spirits?When artist and writer Noah Angell first heard murmurs of ghostly sightings at the British Museum he had to find out more. What started as a trickle soon became a deluge as staff old and new - from overnight security to respected curators - brought him testimonies of their supernatural encounters.It became clear that the source of the disturbances was related to the Museum''s contents - unquiet objects, holy plunder, and restless human remains protesting their enforced stay within the colonial collection''s cabinets and deep underground vaults. According to those who have worked there, the institution is heaving with profound spectral disorder.Ghosts of the British Museum fuses storytelling, folklore and history, digs deep into our imperial past and unmasks the world''s oldest national museum as a site of ongoing conflict, where restless objects are held against their will.It now appears that the objects are fighting back.

Objev podobné jako Ghosts of the British Museum - Noah Angell

The Penguin Historical Atlas of the British Empire traces the emergence of the world''s greatest empire from its earliest beginnings in the British Isles, through its ascendancy in Victorian times, to its ultimate collapse in the mid-20th century. It examines the impact of British dominance in America, India and Africa, and the enormous changes brought by Britain''s settlement of Australasia. Coverage of major events - the colonization of Ireland, the American Revolution, the South African wars - is complemented by discussion of themes such as Imperial exploitation and trade, hunting for plants and animals, the Imperial exhibitions and the importance of British naval power. Also assessed are the impact of the Empire on different areas of the world and the legacy it has bestowed. Richly illustrated with photographs and full-colour maps, this is an illuminating and multi-faceted one-volume introduction to the rise and fall of the British Empire.

Objev podobné jako The Penguin Historical Atlas of the British Empire - Nigel Dalziel

WRITER IAN EDGINTONARTIST D''ISRAELILETTERER D''ISRAELITHE CHANCES OF ANYTHING COMING FROM MARS ARE A MILLION TO ONE, HE SAID.But still they came. In the last years of the Nineteenth Century England fell to the Martians. The population was devastated, but the Martians were wiped out and Britain survived. A decade later, the British Empire has rebuilt and expanded its influence using the alien technology that brought it to its knees. Captain Robert Autumn and his manservant, Archie Currie, investigate the disappearance of Archie’s niece and uncover the sinister conspiracy behind the empire’s power!This volume collects Ian Edginton’s and D’Israeli’s critically acclaimed comic book adaption of H.G. Wells’ War of the Worlds and the sequel, Scarlet Traces.Stories include:War of the WorldsScarlet Traces

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''Masterfully opens up a little explored realm: how the quest for religion and spirituality drives hundreds of millions of Chinese'' Pankaj Mishra''A fascinating odyssey ... a nuanced group portrait of Chinese citizens striving for non-material answers in an era of frenetic materialism'' Julia Lovell, Guardian ''The reappearance and flourishing of religion is perhaps the most surprising aspect of the dramatic changes in China in recent decades...this is a beautiful, moving and insightful book'' Michael SzonyiIn no society on Earth was there such a ferocious attempt to eradicate all trace of religion as in modern China. But now, following a century of violent antireligious campaigns, China is awash with new temples, churches, and mosques - as well as cults, sects, and politicians trying to harness religion for their own ends. Driving this explosion of faith is uncertainty - over what it means to be Chinese, and how to live an ethical life in a country that discarded traditional morality and is still searching for new guideposts.The Souls of China is the result of some fifteen years of studying and travelling around China. The message of Ian Johnson''s extraordinary book is that China is now experiencing a ''Great Awakening'' on a vast scale. Everywhere long-suppressed religions are rebuilding, often in new forms, and reshaping the values and behaviours of entire communities.Ian Johnson is as happy explaining the wonders of the lunar calendar as talking to the yinyang man who ensures proper burials. He visits meditation masters and the charismatic head of a Chengdu church. The result is a rich and funny work that challenges conventional wisdom about China. Xi Jinping, China''s current leader, has put a return to morality and Chinese tradition at the heart of his ideas for his country - but, Johnson asks, at what point will the rapid spread of belief form an unmanageable challenge to the Party''s monopoly on power?

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''Dreamy and irresistible!'' JILL MANSELL''A summery tale. I loved it!'' SARAH MORGAN''What an amazing book!'' MILLY JOHNSONNikki has kept her secret safe for twenty years.Now the tide''s about to turn...Nikki finally owns the little coastguard cottage of her dreams - and it''s a few steps away from the hidden beach that means so much to her.But when a handwritten note lands on her doorstep, she realises it''s only a matter of time before the heartbreaking truth of her past is uncovered.Twenty years ago, her whole world was turned upside-down when a terrible storm rolled into the small seaside town of Speedwell.Ever since that night, Nikki has been keeping a secret. One she knows has the potential to destroy the lives of those she loves most.Because as sure as the tide turns, there are no secrets in a small town...Your favourite authors love The Secret Beach:''What an amazing book! Veronica always delivers a cracking read, but this is exceptional'' MILLY JOHNSON''Summer, sisters, and secrets, mixed with an impossible love story. I absolutely adored it!'' CATHY BRAMLEY''Captivating and romantic. I completely fell in love with Speedwell'' HEIDI SWAIN''Family secrets, a beautiful Cornish setting and a beach like no other... I was swept away!'' LUCY DIAMOND''A wonderful treat of a read!'' SUE MOORCROFT''A story filled with so much heart. Simply gorgeous!'' LIZ FENWICK''Warm, wise, and completely wonderful. I now want to move to Speedwell immediately'' ALEX BROWN

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From the acclaimed author of The German Genius and The French Mind, a masterful journey through 500 years of British history The reign of Queen Elizabeth I ushered in an unprecedented age of exploration and discovery. It saw an island nation, hitherto a cultural backwater, begin for the first time to occupy a realm of innovation and imagination that had for centuries been the domain of China, India and the Arab nations of the Middle East. With England’s ‘gathering greatness’ asserted by a swashbuckling generation of merchant warriors and adventurers, and with the epic voyages of Magellan, Columbus, Vasco da Gama and Francis Drake charting the ‘great beyond’, it became clear that a fortuitous position on the edges of Europe and the Atlantic offered ever-wider imaginative horizons. Indeed, what came next is described by historian Peter Watson as ‘the greatest expansion of ideas and knowledge the world has ever seen.’ The British Imagination is a lively and deeply researched history that encompasses the five centuries that formed the contemporary mindset, from Francis Bacon and the first Spectator to Mary Wollstonecraft, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, James Clerk Maxwell and Maynard Keynes; from the Royal Society to the industrial revolution; and from the first New World landings to the eventual colonization of a quarter of the world by the reign of Elizabeth II. Are we still, Watson asks, even now, living in a British 'metaphysical empire'? Breathtaking in scope, embracing literature, science, art, religion, philosophy and politics, The British Imagination offers a captivating and stimulating insight into the most influential personalities and ideas that have made a small island what it is today.

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Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring The British constitution is regarded as unique among the constitutions of the world. What are the main characteristics of Britain''s peculiar constitutional arrangements? How has the British constitution altered in response to the changing nature of its state - from England, to Britain, to the United Kingdom? What impact has the UK''s developing relations with the European Union caused?These are some of the questions that Martin Loughlin addresses in this Very Short Introduction. As a constitution, it is one that has grown organically in response to changes in the economic, political, and social environment, and which is not contained in a single authoritative text.By considering the nature and authority of the current British constitution, and placing it in the context of others, Loughlin considers how the traditional idea of a constitution came to be retained, what problems have been generated as a result of adapting a traditional approach in a modern political world, looking at what the future prospects for the British constitution are.In this new edition of the Very Short Introduction, Loughlin includes a disucssion of the impact of developments over the decade since its first publication, examining Brexit, the Scottish independence referendum of 2014, and the settlement in Northern Ireland.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Someone knows where the bodies are buried...''Taut, dark and expertly crafted tale'' [GUARDIAN] from the No.1 bestselling author of A SONG FOR THE DARK TIMES''No one in Britain writes better crime novels today'' Evening StandardRetirement doesn''t suit John Rebus. He wasn''t made for hobbies, holidays or home improvements. Being a cop is in his blood.So when DI Siobhan Clarke asks for his help on a case, Rebus doesn''t need long to consider his options.Clarke''s been investigating the death of a senior lawyer whose body was found along with a threatening note. On the other side of Edinburgh, Big Ger Cafferty - Rebus''s long-time nemesis - has received an identical note and a bullet through his window.Now it''s up to Clarke and Rebus to connect the dots and stop a killer.Even Dogs in the Wild brings back Ian Rankin''s greatest characters in a story exploring the darkest corners of our instincts and desires.**** Ian Rankin''s EVEN DOGS IN THE WILD was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2nd November 2015

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Explores the British Army''s transformation since 2010 and details policy-driven changes and initiatives.The Modern British Army: The Path to Future Soldier, 2010s and Beyond details the Army’s efforts to match ongoing reductions in strength with the organisation and equipment to meet the country’s defence challenges in today’s world. Emphasis is on the period from 2010 onwards: ‘Army 2020’ to ‘Future Soldier.’Drawing on a wide range of official and other contemporary sources, The Modern British Army examines the policy decisions driving these changes as well as providing complete details on command structure, organisation, units, basing, and equipment. This allows the reader to follow the changes to the Army as it adapted to these often modified or even altered policies. The Royal Marine commando force and the RAF’s ground protection forces are included as well as the Army itself.The Modern British Army: The Path to Future Soldier, 2010s and Beyond is extensively illustrated throughout with color photographs and includes a range of specially commissioned color artworks.

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Escape to The Little Beach Café with bestselling author Sarah HopeLove, friendship and new beginnings… It’s all waiting for Pippa Jenkins at The Little Beach Café…When Pippa’s aunt leaves her a cafe by the beach, it doesn’t take her long to jump at the chance of a new start. Waving goodbye to mounting debt, threatening bailiffs and never-ending shifts at a job she hates, she and her young son, Joshua, prepare for their new life. But as Pippa strives to make her new business a success, the arrival of her ex makes her question everything. Will she succumb to his charms, or will Joe, the local plumber, be able to repair Pippa’s heart?Praise for Sarah Hope:'A gorgeous story and one I would definitely recommend. It is light-hearted but with some serious things as well.' ????? Reader Review'A nice easy read that had me hooked. Loved all the characters.' ????? Reader Review'A perfect feel good read that left a smile on my face.' ????? Reader Review'All Sarah's characters are well constructed and three dimensional, the kind you'd want as your own friends.' ????? Reader Review'Love, LOVE, LOVED this absolutely gorgeous page turner!! An absolute must read!!!' ????? Reader Review

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A SUNDAY TIMES, THE TIMES, SPECTATOR, NEW STATESMAN, TLS BOOK OF THE YEAR''A richly panoramic exploration of the British experience of India ... hugely researched and elegantly written, sensitive to the ironies of the past and brimming with colourful details'' Dominic Sandbrook, Sunday TimesThe British in this book lived in India from shortly after the reign of Elizabeth I until well into the reign of Elizabeth II. Who were they? What drove these men and women to risk their lives on long voyages down the Atlantic and across the Indian Ocean or later via the Suez Canal? And when they got to India, what did they do and how did they live?This book explores the lives of the many different sorts of Briton who went to India: viceroys and offcials, soldiers and missionaries, planters and foresters, merchants, engineers, teachers and doctors. It evokes the three and a half centuries of their ambitions and experiences, together with the lives of their families, recording the diversity of their work and their leisure, and the complexity of their relationships with the peoples of India. It also describes the lives of many who did not fit in with the usual image of the Raj: the tramps and rascals, the men who ''went native'', the women who scorned the role of the traditional memsahib.David Gilmour has spent decades researching in archives, studying the papers of many people whohave never been written about before, to create a magnificent tapestry of British life in India. It isexceptional work of scholarly recovery portrays individuals with understanding and humour, and makes an original and engaging contribution to a long and important period of British and Indian history.

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Meet James Bond, the world's most famous spy, in these landmark 70th anniversary reissues of Ian Fleming's classic series. Set apart from the other books in Ian Fleming's James Bond series, The Spy Who Loved Me is told from the perspective of a femme fatale in the making - a victim of circumstance with a wounded heart.

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The Penguin Book of Modern British Short Stories, edited by novelist and critic Malcolm Bradbury, is a collection of the finest short stories from our best loved authors, including Samuel Beckett, Graham Greene, William Golding, Kingsley Amis, Doris Lessing, Muriel Spark, J. G. Ballard, William Trevor, Ian McEwan, Martin Amis, Rose Tremain, Salman Rushdie, Graham Swift and Kazuo Ishiguro.'The short story has become one of the major forms of modern literary expression - in some ways the most modern of them all.'The story of the British short story since the Second World War is one of change and revolution and this powerful and moving collection brilliantly demonstrates the evolution of the form. Containing thirty-four of the most widely regarded postwar British writers, it features tales of love and crime, comedy and the supernatural, the traditional as well as the experimental. This many-storied, many-splendored collection is a brilliant portrait of the generation of writers who have immediately influenced the brightest, sharpest and most intriguing writers who continue to emerge today.Malcolm Bradbury was a novelist, critic, television dramatist and professor of American studies and creative writing. He was awarded the CBE in 1991 for his services to Literature and was knighted in the 2000 New Year's Honours List. He died in 2000.

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A pocket-friendly photographic field guide to 290 birds of the British Isles.RSPB Birds of the British Isles features all regularly occurring birds in Britain, Ireland and the Isle of Man, covering familiar year-round species such as Wren and Sparrowhawk, winter and summer visitors including Purple Sandpiper and Arctic Tern, and a selection of rarer birds.Featuring concise identification text and expert photography, this photographic reference guide is suitable for both beginner and experienced birdwatchers alike. Species accounts include succinct descriptions of each bird’s appearance, behaviour, calls and songs, and seasonal movements. The guide also identifies where to see each species and showcases this clearly through up-to-date distribution maps of the British Isles. Author and photographer Rebecca Nason has carefully chosen over 500 colour photographs to illuminate key identification points, including photos of male and female birds for sexually dimorphic species.Whether you are birdwatching in your garden or exploring wetlands, woodlands, mountains or coastlines, RSPB Birds of the British Isles is an ideal companion.

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The British Takeover of Assam follows the huge British expansion into the Indian territory of Assam during the nineteenth century and the impact of colonial policymaking upon the population of both the hill areas and the Brahmaputra plain. British industrial activity in the region, based on the highly lucrative tea trade and the identification of rich mineral resources, inexorably moved capital, labour, enterprise, trade and transportation into the hands of outsiders and made a dramatic change to Assam’s demographic profile.Caroline Keen paints a vivid picture of the lives of both Indians and Europeans in the remote northeast of the subcontinent, drawing on contemporary journals and other narratives.

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''I laughed a lot and now understand blokes a lot more than I ever wanted to'' - KATHERINE RYAN''Geoff is one of the funniest intelligent thinkers in comedy and this book reflects that perfectly'' -ROMESH RANGANATHAN''Geoff''s examination of blokeness is Geoff all over - funny and insightful, making serious points without committing the cardinal sin of taking itself too seriously. Top bloke.'' - ADRIAN CHILES ''Highly informative. Geoff will make a proper bloke out of me yet.'' - HUGO RIFKIND''A brilliant and hilarious book which defends blokes without denigrating women'' - KONSTANTIN KISIN If you see a man drinking a pint in an airport pub alone, that''s a bloke. If you see a man driving to the tip on a Saturday morning with a smile on his face, that''s a bloke. And if you see a man heading back from the tip and on the way to the pub, that''s a very happy bloke.The British Bloke appears simple and straightforward. He loves football, cricket, beer, sheds, wearing socks and books about the SAS.But beneath that simple exterior lies a mysterious and complex being.In The British Bloke Decoded, writer, comedian and regular bloke, Geoff Norcott peels back the layers of blokedom, revealing the truth behind the sometimes inexplicable behaviour of Britain''s husbands, dads and brothers.Based on 46 years of field research and almost scientific insights, Geoff digs deep into subjects as wide as: the value of Banter, the surprising roots of Mansplaining, the near impossibility of getting blokes to send birthday cards, and whether there could be a medal system for Hoovering.And ultimately, he concludes that whilst the toxic men have been grabbing all the publicity - perhaps now''s the time to celebrate the simple British bloke in all his eccentric splendour.

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''I laughed a lot and now understand blokes a lot more than I ever wanted to'' - KATHERINE RYAN''Geoff is one of the funniest intelligent thinkers in comedy and this book reflects that perfectly'' -ROMESH RANGANATHAN''Geoff''s examination of blokeness is Geoff all over - funny and insightful, making serious points without committing the cardinal sin of taking itself too seriously. Top bloke.'' - ADRIAN CHILES ''Highly informative. Geoff will make a proper bloke out of me yet.'' - HUGO RIFKIND''A brilliant and hilarious book which defends blokes without denigrating women'' - KONSTANTIN KISIN If you see a man drinking a pint in an airport pub alone, that''s a bloke. If you see a man driving to the tip on a Saturday morning with a smile on his face, that''s a bloke. And if you see a man heading back from the tip and on the way to the pub, that''s a very happy bloke.The British Bloke appears simple and straightforward. He loves football, cricket, beer and sheds. But beneath that simple exterior lies a mysterious and complex being...In The British Bloke Decoded, writer, comedian and regular bloke, Geoff Norcott, peels back the layers of blokedom, revealing the truth behind the behaviour of Britain''s husbands, dads, brothers and friends. He dives into the value of banter, the roots of mansplaining, the near impossibility of getting blokes to send birthday cards, and whether there could be a medal system for vacuuming.Based on 46 years of intensive field research and semi-scientific insights, this book is a celebration of. the simple British bloke in all his splendour.

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It''s time to tell the story of the Empire from the perspectives of peoples who were colonised.Understand the nuances of the British Empire in different periods and places as you examine this complex, controversial history with respect and rigour.> Explore differing experiences around the world. This book has more breadth and depth than any other, helping pupils to consider what the Empire meant for people in Ireland, America, the Caribbean, India, China, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Iraq, Palestine and Britain, across a period of over 500 years.> Look at the Empire like a real historian. Influenced by recent historical scholarship, we give agency to the indigenous people of the colonies and tell their stories for the first time in a school textbook. By focusing on consequences or experiences and asking better questions, we move far away from the traditional balance sheet approach.> Diversify your KS3 curriculum. Designed to be used flexibly, the book contains short enquiries that can be slotted into any schemes of work that you follow. Structured into three key periods, it empowers you to teach the Empire in a way that suits you and your pupils, whether that''s chronologically, geographically or thematically.> Benefit from the insight of 11 authors. Our diverse author team comes from across the UK, bringing a richness of perspectives and lived experiences to the narrative. Together, they have a shared commitment to changing and improving what pupils learn about the Empire.> Trust the academic seal of approval. The authors have worked with 25 historians from the very start of the project, who have reviewed the content to ensure that the historiography is accurate and up to date.---A NEW FOCUS ON...The textbooks that belong in your classroom.The people and stories that belong in your curriculum.Look at topics through a different lens, see the past from many perspectives and question traditional narratives.This exciting series comprises three titles:> The British Empire, c.1500-present> Black Lives in Britain, c.1500-present> British Social History, c.1920-2000

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Solve intriguing and challenging puzzles based on the world-renowned British Museum collection. The Rosetta Stone, Egyptian hieroglyphs, Assyrian reliefs, the Lewis Chessmen: many mysteries of the past are found within the walls of the British Museum, home to some of the most magnificent treasures in the world. Now you can learn more about its famous artefacts as you work your way through this beautifully designed, generously illustrated puzzle book. Created by the internationally renowned puzzle expert Dr Gareth Moore, this enticing mix of general knowledge, brainteasers, word games, crosswords and decipherment challenges offers a wealth of insight into the Museum’s widely varied collection. The puzzles are arranged in six thematic sections: the British Museum, Everyday Living, Bestiary, Myth and Magic, the Written Word, and Treasure. Additional facts about the Museum and its objects are provided throughout the book, affording readers a wider understanding of the role of the Museum today. Making history accessible to all, and with new insights for general readers, this richly entertaining book is perfect for puzzlers and armchair historians everywhere.

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The projecting of military force to a distant shore has come to be seen as a uniquely British way of waging war. To be sure, many of these operations would now be classed as administrative landings with battle, if occurring at all, only following sometimes afterward. Others, of course, merit the label of opposed landings. To contemporaries of the period covered by this study, the evolutions went by the appellation of conjoint or combined operations. Less important than how they were styled remains the thought and the purpose giving rise to these ventures. In the decades before the First World War, professionals appreciated the myriad difficulties and dangers associated with amphibious operations. The laity, including statesmen, thought rather less of these matters but could recount numerous examples of their occurrence before 1914. Indeed, whatever operational failings Britain demonstrated during the World War a corpus of relevant experience was the least of these. What is now styled joint amphibious operations were difficult because they were never of a single type. Naval support to a military force standing on the defensive, raids, feints, blocking operations, riverine operations, and, yes, an opposed landing, spoke to a series of joint operations of ever-increasing complexity. Meanwhile, as every operation must at some point end, even the manner of evacuation came to be viewed as a special type of combined operation to be understood and learned. Finally, it remained that in a campaign of the grandest scale, examples of each might feature at differing moments along the way. Landings before 1914 were difficult and what military and naval authorities thought feasible before the onset of the World War in the realm of joint operations is a neglected field of study—a surprising omission given the ink that has been spilt retelling the debacles experienced at Gallipoli, Mesopotamia, and East Africa. Every campaign has its context—operational and strategic to be sure—but also political, doctrinal, and bureaucratic. How Britain elected to wage war in 1914 proved a product of these variables just as surely as the military and naval capabilities it could muster. Tying the strands of pre-war military experience and thought in the realm of joint operations is the chief purpose of this study which takes as its starting point 1882 and the British assault against Egypt. The choice is far from arbitrary as the moment saw several earning their spurs who would later play a central role in the amphibious operations executed during the Great War. To the extent learning is more than the product of self-experience, this work pays special attention to the Russo-Japanese War. Thinking officers appreciated that fundamental changes were occurring in the nature and style of war. A learned public also appreciated this courtesy of works such as Ivan Bloch’s Is War Now Possible? Notwithstanding what British officers understood on the eve of the World War, the problem of time and scale remained. This alone should give one pause before chiding others over past mistakes. This study looks at what was thought, what was taught, what was expected, and what occurred in the thirty years before Britain found herself facing a scale of conflict not witnessed in a century.

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A new study of a critical period in the history of the British Army.The last half century has seen society, technology, the character of conflict and the British Army itself all change greatly. From a low point in the 1970s, the Army’s war fighting capability increased in the 1980s in the face of a prospective war with the Soviet Union. This capability was then tested on operations from Kuwait in 1991 through to Afghanistan in 2001 and the 2003 invasion of Iraq.There followed two decades of descent from this high plateau of military achievement. Mistakes made in Iraq and Afghanistan led to a decline in support for military deployments. Cuts to defence funding and botched equipment procurements also meant the British Army of 2021 was only half the size of that of 1970, and with much key fighting equipment either obsolete or approaching obsolescence.Ben Barry served in the Army from 1975 to 2010, often in key staff appointments, and has worked closely with the Army in the following decade. This new study draws not only on his personal experience, but also on a very wide range of written sources complemented by interviews to provide a new interpretation of this period that challenges the existing narratives.

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THE RISE AND FALL OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE covers the history of British expansion overseas from the sixteenth to the twentieth centuries. Narrative and analysis are interwoven with revealing eyewitness quotation to provide keen insight into the minds of those involved in conquering, settling and ruling the greatest Empire the world has seen. Throughout, there are consistant themes; the search for profit and the moral misgivings it generated; domestic developments which made imperial expansion desirable; and the sense of national and personal destiny felt by the empire-builders. Spanning four centuries and six continents, James'' magnificent survey examines the imperial experience and its legacy with tremendous verve. Informed, comprehensive and perceptive, it is the essential summary of the era. ''James'' epic is not only a first-rate narrative, but also a penetrating portrait of the British...Having largely, if often inadvertently, selfishly or ham-fistedly, engineered the world we live in, we need the courage now to face up to our record as coolly and intelligently as Lawrence James has done'' - John Spurling, TLS

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King George''s Army: British Regiments and the Men who Led Them 1793-1815 will contain five volumes, with coverage given to army administration and cavalry regiments (Volume 1), infantry regiments (Volumes 2, 3 and 4), and ordnance (Volume 5). It is the natural extension to the web series of the same name by the same author which existed on the Napoleon Series from 2009 until 2019, but greatly expanded to include substantially more biographical information as well as biographies of leading political figures concerned with the administration of the army as well as commanders in chief of all major commands.Volume 4 covers in great detail the 61st to 104th Regiments of Foot within the army of King George the Third for the period of the Great War with France; and the men who commanded them. Regimental data provided includes shortform regimental lineages, service locations and dispositions for the era, battle honours won, tables of authorised establishments, demographics of the field officer cohorts and of the men, even sources of recruits from the militia. But the book is essentially concerned with the field officers, the lieutenant colonels and majors who commanded the regiments, and Volume 4 alone contains around 1,000 mini-biographies of men who exercised such command, including their dates of birth and death, parentage, education, career (including political), awards and honours, and places of residence. Volume 5 will extend the coverage to ultimately record over 4,500 biographies across more than 200 regiments.These biographies will show the regimental system in action, officers routinely transferring between regiments for advancement or opportunity, captains who were also (brevet) colonels, many who retired early, some who stayed the distance to become major generals and beyond. Where it has been possible to accurately ascertain, advancement by purchase, exchange or promotion has also been noted.Readers with military ancestors will no doubt find much of interest within, and the author hopes that the work will allow readers to break down a few ‘brick walls’; either through connecting to the officers recorded, or through an understanding of the movements of the regiments around the world, or from the volunteering patterns of the militia regiments into the regular army.Encyclopaedic in scope, and aimed to be a lasting source of reference material for the British army that fought the French Revolution and Napoleon between 1793 and 1815, King George’s Army: British Regiments and the Men who Led Them will hopefully be a necessary addition to every military and family history library for years to come.

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What if the British Museum isn't a carefully ordered cross section of history but is in instead a palatial trophy cabinet of colonial loot - swarming with volatile and errant spirits?When artist and writer Noah Angell first heard murmurs of ghostly sightings at the British Museum he had to find out more. What started as a trickle soon became a deluge as staff old and new - from overnight security to respected curators - brought him testimonies of their supernatural encounters.It became clear that the source of the disturbances was related to the Museum's contents - unquiet objects, holy plunder, and restless human remains protesting their enforced stay within the colonial collection's cabinets and deep underground vaults.According to those who have worked there, the institution is heaving with profound spectral disorder.Ghosts of the British Museum fuses storytelling, folklore and history, digs deep into our imperial past and unmasks the world's oldest national museum as a site of ongoing conflict, where restless objects are held against their will.It now appears that the objects are fighting back.

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An unforgettable and illuminating exploration of the legends of the British Isles.From the misty centuries of British and Irish prehistory to the height of the dark age, comes tales of giants and fairy-folk, druids and saints. From King Lear and King Arthur, to Fingal, Beowulf, Gwendolen and Guinevere these are the legendary characters who shaped the nation.But who were they?In Mythology of the British Isles, Geoffrey Ashe explores these compelling and ancient stories, seeing how they have taken on fresh significance as historical and archaeological research has uncovered the truth behind each legend.

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A sweeping anthology of classical Japanese poetry, including poems about love, war, trees and mountains, everyday life, and so much more. One of the most important works of Japanese literature of all time, available here in an accessible translation.Winner of the 1982 American Book Award for TranslationThe first and greatest anthology of classical Japanese poetry, the Man''yoshu is considered, along with The Tale of Genji, to be one the most important works in classical Japanese literature. In Japanese the title means “Anthology of Ten Thousand Leaves,” the “anthology of anthologies” from the first flowering of an artistic and literary sensibility in Japan during the Asuka and Nara periods—the seventh and eighth centuries. Exhibiting an astonishing variety, the poems range from the grand animistic rhetoric of the laments for the imperial family to the stark and curiously modern “Dialogue of the Destitute,” from the elegant banquet verse of aristocrats to the “poems of the frontier guardsmen.” As its name suggests, The Ten Thousand Leaves represents a culling of what was considered the best from an epoch of cultural and literary innovation perhaps unparalleled in Japanese history.This edition incorporates books one through five of the twenty that make up the original Man''yoshu and includes an introduction by the translator, Ian Hideo Levy, that provides a general historical and cultural background for this monumental work.

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‘Sparkling, laugh-out-loud, romantic’ Sunday Times Bestseller Phillipa AshleyA fresh start among old friends…Florence May never expected to trade the high life of London for the cosy comfort of a beach hut in her Cornish hometown, but the moment she steps inside she knows it was the best choice she ever made. The fact that it comes with a requirement that she sets up a business on site? A minor setback that’s easily fixed by opening up a surfside outpost of her friend Clemmie’s Little Cornish Kitchen … where Floss finds herself unexpectedly flourishing.And when the hotel owner next door sets out to buy the land out from under her? Floss calls on her loyal friends to help her save her little slice of heaven. Because if there’s one thing the community of St Aidan does well, it’s banding together to make the most of every second, whatever life throws at you.Readers are loving The Cornish Beach Hut Café:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''An ideal read for that cosy feel’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was really carefully and beautifully done, with a balance of positivity and realism''⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''This is a classic summertime romance set in Cornwall with friendship, support, family and cake at its heart. Perfect holiday read.''⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''What an absolutely delightful, cozy book!''⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An idyllic journey of hope, second chances, tantalising cakes and desserts, stargazing, love, friendship and hope! A perfect wholesome read for the summer!''⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''A real page turner full of love and friendship.''

Objev podobné jako The Cornish Beach Hut Cafe - Jane Linfoot

A powerful, timely memoir of a young Air Force linguist coming-of-age in a war that is lost.When Ian Fritz joined the Air Force at eighteen, he did so out of necessity. He hadn’t been accepted into college thanks to an indifferent high school career. He’d too often slept through his classes as he worked long hours at a Chinese restaurant to help pay the bills for his trailer-dwelling family in Lake City, Florida. But the Air Force recognizes his potential and sends him to the elite Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California, to learn Dari and Pashto, the main languages of Afghanistan. By 2011, Fritz was an airborne cryptologic linguist and one of only a tiny number of people in the world trained to do this job on low-flying gunships. He monitors communications on the ground and determines in real time which Afghans are Taliban and which are innocent civilians. This eavesdropping is critical to supporting Special Forces units on the ground, but there is no training to counter the emotional complexity that develops as you listen to people’s most intimate conversations. Over the course of two tours, Fritz listens to the Taliban for hundreds of hours, all over the country night and day, in moments of peace and in the middle of battle. What he hears teaches him about the people of Afghanistan—Taliban and otherwise—the war, and himself. Fritz’s fluency is his greatest asset to the military, yet it becomes the greatest liability to his own commitment to the cause. Both proud of his service and in despair that he is instrumental in destroying the voices that he hears, What the Taliban Told Me is a brilliant, intimate coming-of-age memoir and a reckoning with our twenty years of war in Afghanistan.

Objev podobné jako What the Taliban Told Me - Ian Fritz

OVER 100 APPROVED BRITISH ARMY CHALLENGESPacked full of puzzles and challenges, this book will help you develop the vital mind-training skills needed for any team player or budding recruit – get ready to tackle logic puzzles, explore mazes and wrestle with problem-solving tests. You’ll learn to:Crack codes essential to survival situationsComplete complex navigation challengesPut leadership and teamwork skills to the test with essential lateral thinking techniquesStrengthen crucial cognitive skills through quizzes and word gamesProblem-solve under pressureAnalyse ‘real-life’ scenarios, and ask yourself: ‘What would I do in this situation?’Teamwork is at the heart of the British Army, and this is the perfect challenge book to enjoy with family and friends – work together or invite some friendly competition!

Objev podobné jako The British Army Challenge Book - Dr Gareth Moore, The British Army

One summer’s night in 1946, over 1,000 European Jews waited silently on an Italian beach to board a secret ship. They had survived Auschwitz, hidden and fought in forests and endured death marches—now they were taking on the Royal Navy, running the British blockade of Palestine.From Eastern Europe to Israel via Germany and Italy, Rosie Whitehouse follows in the footsteps of those secret passengers, uncovering their extraordinary stories—some told for the first time. Who were those people on the beach? Where and what had they come from, and how had they survived? Why, after being liberated, did so many Jews still feel unsafe in Europe? How do we—and don’t we—remember the Holocaust today? This remarkable, important book digs deep and travels far in search of answers.

Objev podobné jako The People on the Beach - Rosie Whitehouse

The launch in 1906 of HMS Dreadnought, the worlds first all-big-gun battleship, rendered all existing battle fleets obsolete, but at the same time it wiped out the Royal Navy's numerical advantage, so expensively maintained for decades. Already locked in an arms race with Germany, Britain urgently needed to build an entirely new battle fleet of these larger, more complex and more costly vessels. In this she succeeded spectacularly: in little over a decade fifty such ships were completed, almost exactly double what Germany achieved. It was only made possible by the country's vast industrial nexus of shipbuilders, engine manufacturers, armament firms and specialist armor producers, whose contribution to the creation of the Grand Fleet is too often ignored. This heroic achievement, and how it was done, is the central theme of this book.It charts the rise of the large industrial conglomerates that were key to this success, looks at their reaction to fast-moving technical changes, and analyses the politics of funding this vast national effort, both before and during the Great War. It also attempts to assess the true cost and value of the Grand Fleet in terms of the resources consumed. And finally, it describes the effects of the post-war recession, industrial contraction, and the very different conditions that influenced the last generation of British battleships built before and during the Second World War.

Objev podobné jako The Battleship Builders - Buxton Ian, Ian Johnston

A stunningly illustrated book of extraordinary city maps, telling the story of human civilisation throughout history. A gorgeous, large-format gift hardback with a stunning neon cover, A History of the World in 25 Cities features 25 beautifully illustrated city maps from all over the world, from ancient history to the present day. Co-authored by award-winning children's authors Tracey Turner and Andrew Donkin in consultation with specialist curators at the British Museum, readers can visit cities from every continent on Earth, from the walled city of Jericho built over 10,000 years ago, to the modern-day metropolis of Tokyo, the most-densely populated city in the world today. Featuring vibrant, beautifully detailed artwork from Libby VanderPloeg, each carefully researched map takes readers on a city tour at a unique moment in time - from exploring Athens in ancient Greece during the birth of democracy, to walking the beautiful lamplit streets of medieval Benin, deep in the West African rainforest. Readers can even visit China's long-lost capital city of Xianyang - a city for which no original map exists, which was painstakingly recreated with support from the British Museum's team fantastic team of experts. Each map is followed by two gorgeously illustrated pages of fascinating information about what life was (or is like) like for the inhabitants of each city at the time, including a bite-sized look at each city in numbers. Packed with countless facts for curious readers to return to again and again, this is a perfect gift for children who want to explore history from around the world. Cities featured include Jericho, Memphis, Athens, Xianyang, Rome, Constantinople, Baghdad, Jórvík, Benin City, Tenochtitlán, Granada, Beijing, Venice, Delhi, Cuzco, Amsterdam, Sydney, Paris, London, Bangkok, Saint Petersburg, New York City, Berlin, San Francisco and Tokyo, plus an exploration of Cities of Today and Cities of Tomorrow.

Objev podobné jako British Museum: A History of the World in 25 Cities - Andrew Donkin, Turner Tracey