The unbelievable true story of a boy who went to sea at 13, became a war hero in both world wars, and survived four shipwrecks, including Titanic
Scale the historic heights of a sport revolution
Paints a vivid portrait of a Bohemian legend
An inspiration to some, a warning to others, this humorous tale of a classic car restoration follows one man's attempt to make others feel better about their lives
Ten transport pioneers who changed the world forever, from the 16th century to the present day
Mother Nature’s more aesthetically challenged children have been neglected for too long. It is time to celebrate the Ugly Animals.
At age 25, Elizabeth II became Britain’s 40th monarch and vowed to dedicate her life to service and duty on behalf of her country.
One of the bloodiest conflicts in military history, the Battle of the Somme raged from 1 July to 18 November 1916
Everything you need to know to understand the most bitter and consequential conflict of the modern world
A richly illustrated and comprehensive guide, this volume explores over 1,450 cathedrals and abbeys across Britain, detailing their architecture, history, liturgy, and monastic life while highlighting their enduring religious and cultural significance.
Michael Calvey is a pioneering US-born financier, who made his fortune in post-Communist Russia. This is the story of how his life was turned upside down in 2019, when he was unjustly incarcerated in the country’s most notorious prison, awaiting trial for fraud.
The most definitive book ever written on the history of Pink Floyd and their music