A compendium of historical facts and figures, perfect for dipping into. Full of information that will make you say, ‘I never knew that’
An informative, illustrated history of a unique area of Hastings
Lusitania was an engineering marvel, at one time the largest, fastest and most opulent vessel in the world. The iconic passenger liner immediately became a... Læs mere
Boudica's last stand
A critically acclaimed life of the infamous Queen of Egypt.
Caroline of Brunswick, wife of George Prince of Wales and Prince Regent, and her daughter, Princess Charlotte, lived out their lives surrounded by a cast of characters who might have been lifted straight from the pages of some Gothic novel.
An entertaining romp through the history of London's brothels and the women who offered their services
The untold story of women at work during the First World War, providing a striking and informative insight into the development of the female workforce during the social and economic upheaval of the war years.
Featuring a range of picturesque vistas, from beautiful beaches and rugged coastlines to mountainous national parks, vibrant cities and medieval castles, each stunning scene is full of intriguing detail sure to fire the imagination and make you reach for your colouring pencils.
Founded in 1673 by the Society of Apothecaries, the Chelsea Physic Garden led the world for over 300 years in the research and classification of new plants. Sue Minter examines its history and many notable achievements.
The true story of how Lord Boothby and Ronnie Kray almost brought down the Establishment … and how the Establishment saved itself
The story of the leading Nazi wives and their experience of the rise and fall of Nazism, from its beginnings to its post-war twilight of denial and delusion.