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The infamous Bounty mutiny of 1790 culminated in nine mutineers taking up residence on the small Pitcairn Island in the South Pacific.... Læs mere
The Irishman who became the 'Hero of Delhi'
Although by twentieth-century standards the number of victims was small, the Victorian public saw 'the Indian Mutiny' of 1857-59 as an epochal event.... Læs mere
Whilst sailing between Hawaii and Tahiti in January 1824, the captain and officers of the Nantucket whaling ship 'the Globe' were attacked with... Læs mere
The true story of the mad heretic who led history's bloodiest mutiny - 'An adult version of LORD OF THE FLIES that is, moreover, entirely true' Evening Standard
In 1857 the native troops of the Bengal army rose against their colonial masters. The ensuing insurrection was to become the bloodiest in the history of the British Empire. This title explores one of Britain's most harrowing colonial battles.
Based on a true story of the Irish Connaught Rangers in India 1920, and a story of forbidden love in the Anglo-Indian community.
An epic true story of treachery, revenge and courage
The bestselling author of The Endurance reveals the startling truth behind the legend of the Mutiny on the Bounty – the most famous sea story of all time.
First published in 1831, this account makes extensive use of letters, papers and testimony. The notorious mutiny, Bligh's voyage in an open boat, the... Læs mere
The establishment in British India produced an impressive number of scholars and scholarly amateurs who pursued historical and other studies. Mr Palmer has produced... Læs mere