New paperback edition - How the invention of paper, a material prized by both scholars and kings, allowed information and ideas to shape humanity for 4000 years, from the Nile to the West. 'A wonderful, enlightening book.' (Alexander McCall Smith).
Author Peter Tucker takes us on a lively photographic tour of the transport scene in South and West Yorkshire.
The love affair between the Royal Family and their Land Rovers. This book brings to life an essential part of our motoring and Royal history.
Explore a nostalgic and lavishly illustrated look back at the history of bus and coach travel in the UK.
A celebration of the women who furthered computer technology, from the nineteenth century to the present day.
Explore the Worcestershire town of Evesham in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.
This beautifully photographed selection of fifty of Lincolnshire’s most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.
This book explores the fascinating history of Kent’s remarkable literary heritage as well as being a guide to the locations where that heritage can still be found.
A tale of scheming, power struggles, conflict and the birth of England as we know it today. W. B. Bartlett, author of Vikings, tells the story of Alfred the Great and his descendants, and reasserts their right to be regarded as one of history's great Royal dynasties.
A celebration of the great innovators and titans of industry of North East England.
Discover spine-chilling tales of hauntings, paranormal activity and supernatural phenomena from throughout Kent.
Secret Wokingham explores the lesser-known history of the town of Wokingham in Berkshire through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.