Against the background of the Civil War, Republic and Restoration, this book explores the lives and ideals of the men behind the execution of Charles I.
Often forgotten in the history of ocean travel is the means of getting to the port. Martyn Pring brings the story of the boat train and how it connects ship to shore to life in this insightful and detailed history." Campbell McCutcheon.
The first full-length study of Elgar's interaction with landscape, both in England and in his extensive travels abroad.
Explores all of Britain's key land and sea campaigns and the dynamic relation among them during the Age of Revolution and Napoleon. Reveals how two military geniuses were the reason why Britain and its allies vanquished France when and how they did.
In this in-depth study of the 737, the renowned aviation historian and author Graham M. Simons explores the whole story of the type's design and introduction.
Details the planning of the RAF's bombing offensive in the Second World War and its contribution to the Allied victory.
Using original letters, diaries and newspapers, the royal family and the insular world of the Georgian court are brought vividly back to life.
Follow the author as they excavate human remains buried inside an ancient Kirk.
First book ever written on the de Montfort family as a whole.
Old cars seen through a new lens, Good factual text, Useful to modelers
Absorbing study of military leadership during the Hundred Years War.
Llfe in the RAF as it was experienced by the air and ground crew who served during the Second World War.