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The Weymouths of Salcombe Haven (Paperback): Virginia Murch The Weymouths of Salcombe Haven (Paperback)
Virginia Murch
R457 Discovery Miles 4 570 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
The Fishing Fleet - Husband-Hunting in the Raj (Paperback): Anne De Courcy The Fishing Fleet - Husband-Hunting in the Raj (Paperback)
Anne De Courcy
R494 R408 Discovery Miles 4 080 Save R86 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Spitfire - A Very British Love Story (Paperback): John Nichol Spitfire - A Very British Love Story (Paperback)
John Nichol 1
R322 R195 Discovery Miles 1 950 Save R127 (39%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

THE SUNDAY TIMES NON FICTION BESTSELLER WHSmith NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 2018 'The best book you will ever read about Britain's greatest warplane' Patrick Bishop, bestselling author of Fighter Boys 'A rich and heartfelt tribute to this most iconic British machine' Rowland White, bestselling author of Vulcan 607 'As the RAF marks its centenary, Nichol has created a thrilling and often moving tribute to some of its greatest heroes' Mail on Sunday magazine The iconic Spitfire found fame during the darkest early days of World War II. But what happened to the redoubtable fighter and its crews beyond the Battle of Britain, and why is it still so loved today? In late spring 1940, Nazi Germany's domination of Europe had looked unstoppable. With the British Isles in easy reach since the fall of France, Adolf Hitler was convinced that Great Britain would be defeated in the skies over her southern coast, confident his Messerschmitts and Heinkels would outclass anything the Royal Air Force threw at them. What Hitler hadn't planned for was the agility and resilience of a marvel of British engineering that would quickly pass into legend - the Spitfire. Bestselling author John Nichol's passionate portrait of this magnificent fighter aircraft, its many innovations and updates, and the people who flew and loved them, carries the reader beyond the dogfights over Kent and Sussex. Spanning the full global reach of the Spitfire's deployment during WWII, from Malta to North Africa and the Far East, then over the D-Day beaches, it is always accessible, effortlessly entertaining and full of extraordinary spirit. Here are edge-of-the-seat stories and heart-stopping first-hand accounts of battling pilots forced to bail out over occupied territory; of sacrifice and wartime love; of aristocratic female flyers, and of the mechanics who braved the Nazi onslaught to keep the aircraft in battle-ready condition. Nichol takes the reader on a hair-raising, nail-biting and moving wartime history of the iconic Spitfire populated by a cast of redoubtable, heroic characters that make you want to stand up and cheer.

Spare (Hardcover): Prince Harry The Duke Of Sussex Spare (Hardcover)
Prince Harry The Duke Of Sussex
R834 R643 Discovery Miles 6 430 Save R191 (23%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
A Game of Birds and Wolves - The Ingenious Young Women Whose Secret Board Game Helped Win World War II (Paperback): Simon Parkin A Game of Birds and Wolves - The Ingenious Young Women Whose Secret Board Game Helped Win World War II (Paperback)
Simon Parkin
R498 R413 Discovery Miles 4 130 Save R85 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Scotland's History (Paperback): Fiona Watson Scotland's History (Paperback)
Fiona Watson
R317 R289 Discovery Miles 2 890 Save R28 (9%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Who was St Columba? Why was Mary, Queen of Scots executed? When were the Jacobite risings? Where was the new Scottish Parliament built? Scotland's vibrant and bloody past captures the imagination. But there is far more to Scottish history than murder and mayhem, tragedy and betrayal. In Scotland's History, historian Fiona Watson looks back across thousands of years into the lives of the people of Scotland. She captures the critical moments and memorable personalities known throughout the world - from the Picts to Bonnie Prince Charlie, and from Macbeth to the Battle of Bannockburn - revealing the truth behind the myths.

My Scottish Common People (Paperback): George Smith My Scottish Common People (Paperback)
George Smith
R376 Discovery Miles 3 760 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
The Annual Register - A Review of Public Events at Home and Abroad, for the Year 1870 (Classic Reprint) (Paperback):... The Annual Register - A Review of Public Events at Home and Abroad, for the Year 1870 (Classic Reprint) (Paperback)
unknownauthor
R645 Discovery Miles 6 450 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Churchill By Himself - The Definitive Collection of Quotations (Paperback, annotated edition): Richard Langworth Churchill By Himself - The Definitive Collection of Quotations (Paperback, annotated edition)
Richard Langworth; Edited by Richard Langworth
R777 Discovery Miles 7 770 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Winston Churchill (1874-1965) was one of the most inspiring leaders of the twentieth century, and one of its greatest wits. War reporter, Chancellor of the Exchequer, Prime Minister, Nobel Laureate, wordplay enthusiast, he was a powerful man of many words. Throughout his life, he moved, entertained, and sometimes enraged people with his notorious wit and razor-sharp tongue. Consequently, he is one of the most oft-quoted and misquoted leaders in recent history. Now in paperback, "Churchill by Himself" is the first fully annotated and attributed collection of Churchill sayings--edited by longtime Churchill scholar Richard M. Langworth and authorized by the Churchill estate--that captures Churchill's wit in its entirety.

The Royal Stuarts - A History of the Family That Shaped Britain (Paperback): Allan Massie The Royal Stuarts - A History of the Family That Shaped Britain (Paperback)
Allan Massie
R573 R474 Discovery Miles 4 740 Save R99 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"Compelling...A masterly feat...A magnificent, sweeping, authoritative, warm yet wry history."

--"The Wall Street Journal"

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In this fascinating and intimate portrait of the Stuarts, author Allan Massie takes us deep into one of history's bloodiest and most tumultuous reigns. Exploring the family's lineage from the first Stuart king to the last, The Royal Stuarts is a panoramic history of the family that acted as a major player in the Scottish Wars of Independence, the Union of the Crowns, the English Civil War, the Restoration, and more.

Drawing on the accounts of historians past and present, novels, and plays, this is the complete story of the Stuart family, documenting their path from the salt marshes of Brittany to the thrones of Scotland and England and eventually to exile. The Royal Stuarts brings to life figures like Mary, Queens of Scots, Charles I, and Bonnie Prince Charlie, uncovering a family of strong affections and fierce rivalries. Told with panache, Allan Massie's "The Royal Stuarts "is the gripping true story of backstabbing, betrayal, and ambition gone awry.

Via Ypres - Story of the 39th Divisional Field Ambulances (Paperback): Allan Jobson Via Ypres - Story of the 39th Divisional Field Ambulances (Paperback)
Allan Jobson
R427 R402 Discovery Miles 4 020 Save R25 (6%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The story of the 39th Divisional Field Ambulances beings in the year of 1915 at various recruiting offices, and continues in a thin, uncertain stream of variable humanity, finding its way to the Sussex Downs, facing the sea, at Cow Gap, Eastbourne, Here the lines of white tents, the whitewashed stones, the martial sounds and atmosphere welcomed the embryo soldier to the service of his country, and to fellowship unique and abiding. These embryo soldiers were to become the men that would be responsible for the mobile frontline medical units and had special responsibility for the care of casualties of the Brigades in their Division. Via Ypres tells of these young men - mostly mere boys and non-militaristic in their education - faced with the task of preparing to go to war to take part in the great struggle. These happy, cheerful and perhaps a bit casual soon-to-be soldiers remained just so once training was over but also became the gallant and efficient men who were to be faced with the danger and misery that war cannot help but bring; in doing so potentially risk their lives to save those of their comrades.

1215 - The Year of Magna Carta (Paperback): Danny Danziger, John Gillingham 1215 - The Year of Magna Carta (Paperback)
Danny Danziger, John Gillingham
R530 R434 Discovery Miles 4 340 Save R96 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Surveying a broad landscape through a narrow lens, "1215" sweeps readers back eight centuries in an absorbing portrait of life during a time of global upheaval, the ripples of which can still be felt today. At the center of this fascinating period is the document that has become the root of modern freedom: the Magna Carta. It was a time of political revolution and domestic change that saw the Crusades, Richard the Lionheart, King John, and -- in legend -- Robin Hood all make their marks on history.

The events leading up to King John's setting his seal to the famous document at Runnymede in June 1215 form this rich and riveting narrative that vividly describes everyday life from castle to countryside, from school to church, and from hunting in the forest to trial by ordeal. For instance, women wore no underwear (though men did), the average temperatures were actually higher than they are now, and the austere kitchen at Westminster Abbey allowed each monk two pounds of meat and a gallon of ale "per day." Broad in scope and rich in detail, "1215" ingeniously illuminates what may have been the most important year of our history.

Routledge Library Editions: Colonialism and Imperialism (Hardcover): Various Routledge Library Editions: Colonialism and Imperialism (Hardcover)
Various
R135,557 Discovery Miles 1 355 570 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Routledge Library Editions: Colonialism and Imperialism is a 51-volume collection of previously out-of-print titles that examine the history, practice and implications of Western colonialism around the globe. From the earliest contact by European explorers to the legacies that remain today, these books look at various aspects of the topic that, taken together, form an essential reference collection. Two of the titles study colonialism in Southeast Asia by non-Western states, and provide a counterpoint in the European-focused study of worldwide colonialism.

Twilight of the Special Relationship - Americans who Fought and Died in the British Armed Forces 1914-1921 (Paperback): Michael... Twilight of the Special Relationship - Americans who Fought and Died in the British Armed Forces 1914-1921 (Paperback)
Michael O'Brien
R456 R429 Discovery Miles 4 290 Save R27 (6%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Battle for the East End: Jewish Responses to Fascism in the 1930s (Paperback, 1st): David Rosenberg Battle for the East End: Jewish Responses to Fascism in the 1930s (Paperback, 1st)
David Rosenberg
R403 R361 Discovery Miles 3 610 Save R42 (10%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Aberdeen European Nights - Stories from Aberdeen's Greatest European Games (Hardcover): Ally Begg Aberdeen European Nights - Stories from Aberdeen's Greatest European Games (Hardcover)
Ally Begg
R556 R504 Discovery Miles 5 040 Save R52 (9%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Aberdeen have competed on the European stage since season 1967/68 and have enjoyed some epic encounters along the way, culminating in the club's greatest ever victory - beating Real Madrid 2-1 in the 1983 Cup Winner's Cup final. Ally Begg charts a path through Aberdeen's storied history in Europe, vividly brining to life the most interesting, exciting, and unforgettable games by interviewing players from Aberdeen and their rivals and augmenting them with his own richly rendered memories. Aberdeen European Nights takes the reader on a nostalgic romp around the continent, crossing beyond the Iron Curtain and building a fortress at home at Pittodrie. Humorous, quirky and insightful, it is the perfect book for Aberdeen fans, young and old.

Great Britain (Hardcover, Revised edition): Stephen Halliday Great Britain (Hardcover, Revised edition)
Stephen Halliday
R307 R207 Discovery Miles 2 070 Save R100 (33%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Great Britain unearths the hidden legends, laws, landscapes, discoveries, adventures and locations that have shaped Britain's compelling, and at times, tumultuous past. Explore how Britain was formed - its geology and climate, the quirky characters and events of its history and the origin of British institutions, such as public schools, fish and chips and driving on the left hand side. Brief, accessible and entertaining pieces on a wide variety of subjects makes it the perfect book to dip in to. The amazing and extraordinary facts series presents interesting, surprising and little-known facts and stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform, absorb and entertain in equal measure.

Beyond the Memorial (Paperback): Amanda Laws Beyond the Memorial (Paperback)
Amanda Laws
R326 Discovery Miles 3 260 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Hidden Histories: A Spotter's Guide to the British Landscape (Paperback): Mary-Ann Ochota Hidden Histories: A Spotter's Guide to the British Landscape (Paperback)
Mary-Ann Ochota 1
R637 R471 Discovery Miles 4 710 Save R166 (26%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

'A definitive classic field guide [...] Its scope is as magnificent as our countryside itself.' BBC Countryfile Magazine 'This book is perfect for anyone who's travelled through the countryside, scratched their head, and thought, 'what on earth is that thing?''' Tony Robinson Have you ever driven past a lumpy, bumpy field and wondered what made the lumps and bumps? Or walked between two lines of grand trees and wondered when and why they were planted? Entertaining and factually rigorous, Hidden Histories has the answers and will help you decipher the story of Britain's landscape through the features you can see around you. In this spotter's guide, Mary-Ann Ochota arms amateur explorers with the crucial information needed to understand the landscape and spot the human activities that have shaped our green and pleasant land. Photographs and diagrams point out specific details and typical examples to help the curious spotter understand what they're looking at, or looking for. Specially commissioned illustrations bring to life the processes that shaped the landscape (from medieval ploughing to Roman road building). Stand-alone capsules explore interesting aspects of history (like the Highland Clearances or the coming of Christianity). Feature boxes provide definitions of jargon or handy references as required (like a glossary of what different field names mean). Each chapter culminates in a checklist of key details to look for, other things it might be, and gives details of where to find some of the best examples in Britain. From lumps and bumps to stones, lines and villages, Hidden Histories is the must-have spotter's guide to the British landscape.

The Wobbly Kings of England (Paperback): Tony Maclachlan The Wobbly Kings of England (Paperback)
Tony Maclachlan
R326 Discovery Miles 3 260 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Britain & Europe - The Untold History: A millenium of conquest, revolution and leadership - and what it can teach us... Britain & Europe - The Untold History: A millenium of conquest, revolution and leadership - and what it can teach us (Paperback)
Richard Ellis
R238 Discovery Miles 2 380 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Britain and Europe: The Untold History takes a radical new look at Britain's relationship with her continental neighbours. Starting with King John and finishing with David Cameron, this book tells the story of a fragile sovereignty that has been lost, regained and bargained much more frequently than is generally realised. It also explains how, far from adopting a policy of splendid isolation, Britain has often played a positive and determinative role in European statecraft. These stories involve some of the most pivotal moments in British history (such as Magna Carta and the Glorious Revolution) and include some of its richest characters (such as Bloody Mary and Charles II). They are therefore worth telling in their own right. They are particularly interesting, however, in light of the debate about Britain's role in the European Union. Britain and Europe: The Untold History explains how lessons from history can help us chart a course for the future. This book was written in association with Tomorrow's Britain (www.tomorrowsbritain.org.uk).

Kings & Queens - The Concise Guide (Hardcover): Cavendish Richard Kings & Queens - The Concise Guide (Hardcover)
Cavendish Richard 2
R365 R323 Discovery Miles 3 230 Save R42 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This best-selling title is a handy-format, fully comprehensive guide to the rulers of the British nations and their chequered histories, from pre-Roman times to the present day. From King Kenneth I and Henry VIII through to Princess Diana, the Queen Mother and Queen Elizabeth II, Kings and Queens: The Concise Guide reveals the lives and personalities of each monarch - the good, bad, lazy, greedy, downright wicked, sometimes mad and occasionally brilliant - and examines the ways in which they have shaped history. Including family trees, key facts and further details, as well as timelines to help place each monarch in their historical context, the book covers the major social, political and commercial events of each monarch's reign. The author also provides additional information on the spirit, traditions and innovations of the nation at the time, including politics, arts, architecture and fashions. It is a magnificent visual feast in an appealing format, which guarantees to bring history alive for readers of all ages, through exciting narrative, famous paintings and rare archive photographs.

The Women Who Lived for Danger - Behind Enemy Lines During Wwii (Paperback): Marcus Binney The Women Who Lived for Danger - Behind Enemy Lines During Wwii (Paperback)
Marcus Binney
R642 R529 Discovery Miles 5 290 Save R113 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"They flirted with men, and with death." In The Women Who Lived for Danger, acclaimed historian Marcus Binney recounts the story of ten remarkable women -- some famous, some virtually unknown -- recruited to work behind enemy lines as secret agents during WWII. Part of Winston Churchill's Special Operations Executive, formed in 1940 to "set Europe ablaze," the women of the SOE were trained to handle guns and explosives, work undercover, endure interrogation by the Gestapo, and use complex codes. Once in enemy territory, theirs was the most dangerous war of all, leading an apparently normal civilian life but in constant danger of arrest and execution. Passing themselves off as country wenches by afternoon and chic Parisiennes by night, these women put service to Britain and the Allied forces above all concerns for personal safety -- they organized dropping grounds for arms and explosives destined for the Resistance, helped operate escape lines for airmen who had been shot down over Europe, and provided Allied Command with vital intelligence.

The exploits of those chronicled in The Women Who Lived for Danger form a new chapter of heroism in the history of warfare matched only by their legacy of daring, determination, resourcefulness, and ability to stay cool in the face of extreme danger.

Boy Chap to Ol' Chap - A story & history of Tiddington, Oxon (Paperback): Ian Morris Boy Chap to Ol' Chap - A story & history of Tiddington, Oxon (Paperback)
Ian Morris
R257 Discovery Miles 2 570 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This is a story about a young Oxfordshire lad's passage through life as told by history, starting with the Iron Age and finishing with the Great War, as an Ol' Chap. It is also about the small hamlet of Tiddington - about eight miles from Oxford - where the author was born and has lived all of his life.

Eagle Day - The Battle of Britain August 6th - September 15th 1940 (Paperback): Richard Collier Eagle Day - The Battle of Britain August 6th - September 15th 1940 (Paperback)
Richard Collier
R535 Discovery Miles 5 350 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Key title in the new Uniform Legends series. Up close and personal accounts of pilots who were there, first written in the 1960's when many of the surviving British and German airmen were in or entering their middle years

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