The military heritage of Cornwall from medieval times to the present day. This book will be of interest to all those who would like to know more about Cornwall’s remarkable military history.
A stunning collection of rare photographs documenting the last years of industrial steam around the world.
A pocket-sized, illustrated history tour of Whitstable showing how the town has changed across the decades.
An accessible illustrated introduction to the history of sites located across the iconic location of Hadrian's Wall.
The former dean of the Yale School of Management and Undersecretary of Commerce in the Clinton administration... Læs mere
A fascinating exploration of the history and numerous architectural treasures of the famous university city of Cambridge.
New in paperback - This is the untold story of the Second French invasion of England - 300 years after Hastings - an episode that time forgot.
New in paperback - How British soldiers took Sword and Gold beaches on D-Day. This is the story of the British soldiers’ experience of the beach landings on that fateful morning - the spearhead of Operation Overlord.
Richard the second son of King John was a crusader and one of the wealthiest men in Europe. He was also a constant threat to his brother, Henry III.
Published with the blessing and full cooperation of the Ironbridge Gorge Museums Trust, this book explores the archaeology of the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution.
A haunting collection of images from photographer Simon Sugden revealing the beauty to be found in abandoned buildings and structures around Britain.
Four years of fear: escapes, resistance, internment, occupation and finally - liberation. Philip Cracknell brings his unrivalled knowledge of Hong Kong during this time.