London. May, 1878. Private enquiry agents Matthew Grand and James Batchelor have been hired by the artist James Whistler to dig into the past of outspoken critic John Ruskin. But the... Læs mere
The first detailed book by a military historian on the Heavy Cavalry Brigade in the Crimea.
A celebration of the horse and its role in warfare.
June, 1381. A horde of angry peasants marching to London forces Geoffrey Chaucer and his fellow travellers to abandon their annual pilgrimage and hole up at the Tabard Inn. That night,... Læs mere
When infamous mediums of Edwardian London are found dead, Dr Margaret Murray, archaeologist, and occasional sleuth, calls upon her police connections to investigate. She also... Læs mere
New killer, with back storyCase written from the point of view of a police investigation. Wide range of other suspects discussed. Comparisons made with similar killings from different periods. Psychological profile of the murderer.
First non-privately printed book solely on this case in eighty years.
First full book devoted to the Wigwam murder. Uses hitherto unseen Canadian files for the first time. Includes eye-witness testimony of those... Læs mere
The first stand alone book on the Meon Hill murder. Detailed factual analysis debunking the irrelevant (and later) witchcraft angle. A study of how 'the madness of crowds' subverts justice.
Written in a light, easy to read style, the book also raises issues and creates debate about both film and history.