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Pembrokeshire's Past' vividly and unforgettably brings to life the boisterous and turbulent history of this little-known Welsh peninsula jutting out into the Irish Sea. The book is a fascinating and unforgettable read. A great glacier overrode the mountains in the north and produced the blue stones of Stonehenge. Upper Palaeolithic mammoth hunters sheltered in limestone caves. As the climate warmed, Mesolithic people were followed by Neolithic people...
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Do you know: Which Caribbean Island is nicknamed the Emerald Isle? Who was the last black person to earn a UK Christmas number 1? Which African country was the first to appoint a woman as president? The first quizbook of its kind, The Black British Quizbook brings everything from and important to the culture to centre stage. Less WIII and King Henry VIII, more Channel U trivia, geography of ends, The Black Jacobins and a dash of Nollywood. Whether...
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Much more history than fiction, this is a factually accurate tale of Scotland and of her strange, northernmost region: Caledonia. But it is told from the perspective of one of the Wee Folk. So it reveals connections that have eluded or been ignored by many human historians. Here are the dramas and tragedies that have soured Scottish history. But here also is chivalry and hope to inspire us all.
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The history of the Boer identity is an epic saga. The Boer identity emerged in the isolation of an expansive landscape and evolved as a unique cultural entity deeply rooted in the principles of individualism, localism, independence, and freedom. The development of the Boer identity is an action-packed tale of sacrifice, suffering, loss, victory, and resilience that shaped the Boer identity.
"What sets 'The Creation of the Boer Identity' apart is...
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Part biography, part forensic jigsaw puzzle, part cold-case detective investigation, The Eagle in the Mirror is the astonishing untold story of Charles Howard "Dick" Ellis, the Australian-born British intelligence officer and master spy accused by some espionage experts of being the traitor of the century.
The longest serving spy for the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), Ellis came to New York at the beginning of World War II as deputy to William...
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Born in Prague in 1619, Prince Rupert was set for a life of enormous privilege but when his father, Frederick V, lost his crown Rupert's family were left with just eight years to flee Prague – they hastened to safety, but left the infant Rupert behind. He was discovered in a final sweep of the deserted palace. This is the adventurous story of Rupert, from his decision at the age of twelve to become a soldier, through the Thirty Years War and his...
7) Windswept
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A beautiful memoir of what it means to live in the rugged, awe-inspiring Scotland Highlands. Annie Worsley is a Professor of Environmental Change. A few years ago, she took the plunge and moved to the remote North West Highlands of Scotland. It is a land of unquenchable spirit and severe wildness. In the Highlands, life is ruled by the great elemental forces — light, wind and water hold sway over how landforms, where the sea sits, and what grows....
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"Leviathan," a seminal work by Thomas Hobbes, delves into the essence of political philosophy and the social contract. Written during a time of political upheaval, Hobbes presents a pioneering argument for a strong, centralized government as a solution to human nature's inherent brutishness. This treatise explores the dynamics between liberty and authority, and the necessity of societal structures for peace and protection. 'Leviathan' remains a cornerstone...
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English Gypsies and Their Language by Charles Godfrey Leland is an enlightening journey into the heart of the Romani culture and language in England. Leland, with his deep fascination and respect for the Gypsy people, provides an in-depth study of their language, customs, and way of life. This seminal work stands as one of the first serious attempts to document the rich linguistic heritage of the English Gypsies, offering valuable insights into their...
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