A memoir that combines political commentary with personal and national history.
An entertaining introduction to the history of the city, its landmarks and its people, from its foundation in the 13th century to the present day.
A man who shares his name with a famous singer must grapple with his identity, purpose, and love.
Britain's preeminent constitutional historian asks how well protected is our democracy from the threat of authoritarianism.
In Franco, Michael Streeter explores the Generalissimo’s legacy as the subject of a cult of personality in one of Europe’s longest-lasting modern dictatorships and considers his genesis, his... Læs mere
A poetic and historical travelogue of Syracuse, Sicily.
This short book takes up a vast, complex, and well-worn subject – the future. It revisits a half-dozen familiar and not-so-familiar incidents of prophecy – from the warnings given... Læs mere
A revised biography of Irish nationalist and a pioneering human rights activist Roger Casement, one of the most complex and controversial figures of the past century.
This book explores the life of Patrice Lumumba (1926-61), the iconic leader of the Congo’s independence movement and a symbol of anti-imperialist struggle. Revised with new... Læs mere
A short, accessible biography of Benjamin Britten, one of Britain’s most outstanding 20th-century composers.
Filippo Grandi reflects on a decade as UN High Commissioner for Refugees, exploring the right to asylum in a divided world. Alongside Catherine Ashton, he advocates for international cooperation and a pragmatic, principled approach to displacement.
Based on new archival information and startling revelations from his inner circle Clements offer a clear and accessible portrait of a leader whose persistent influence reminds us why Mao’s story remains essential to understanding the global power dynamics of today.