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The 7th Armoured Division's most notable campaign was its dogged fight against Rommel's Afrika Korps in North Africa. This book provides a detailed and contemporary account of early operations,...

The Tragedy of Cambodian History: Politics, War, and Revolution Since 1945 by David P. Chandler This book provides a comprehensive account of Cambodia's tumultuous period between 1945 and 1979,...

The Man Who Broke Napoleon's Codes by Mark Urban is a gripping true-life tale that spans the battlefields of Europe during the Napoleonic Wars. George Scovell, an ordinary man from humble beginnings,...

This collection of essays explores the work and legacy of Colonel John Boyd, a highly influential figure in American military strategy. Originally conceived as an online roundtable discussion at...

The Bury Book of Days by Sean Frain is a unique and engaging guide to the history of Bury. This book takes you through the year day by day, revealing quirky, eccentric, shocking, amusing, and...

The V & W Destroyers: A Developmental History by John Henshaw is a comprehensive account of the evolution of destroyers from 1906 to 1916. This book explores the technological advancements that...

The High Command: British Military Leadership in the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars The involvement of Britain in wars in Iraq and Afghanistan from 2001 raises questions about the nature of military...

The Wolf Children of the Eastern Front by Sonya Winterberg and Kerstin Lieff is a heart-wrenching account of the devastating aftermath of World War II. In 1944, as the Red Army advanced across East...

Infantry Warfare in the Early Fourteenth Century Discipline, Tactics, and Technology by Kelly DeVries provides a detailed analysis of battles fought in England and Europe between 1302 and 1347. This...

The Panzer I and II: A Blueprint for Blitzkrieg 1933-1941 The development of the Panzer I and II was a crucial part of Germany's military strategy in the early years of World War II. Due to the...

Lancaster at War: Life in the City in World War Two by John Fidler offers a unique perspective on one of Britain's most significant wartime experiences. Drawing from first-hand accounts, newspaper...

Tracing Your Potteries Ancestors A Guide for Family and Local Historians by Michael Sharpe provides an in-depth exploration of North Staffordshire's rich history, focusing on the six pottery towns...

The Spanish Civil War has an enduring fascination, driven by its complex web of international involvement. This study of the Connolly Column - Irish volunteers who fought for Republican Spain -...

Trees in England: Management and Disease Since 1600 A comprehensive exploration of the history and management of trees in England, from the impact of disease to the decline of woodland cover. This...

A timely exploration of what it means to be Jewish in today's world. Noah Feldman draws on his lifelong engagement with Judaism to offer a wide-ranging interpretation of the faith, examining how Jews...

The Rise of Nazi Germany: A History of the Events that Brought Adolf Hitler to Power This book explores the pivotal events that led to Adolf Hitler's rise to power in 1930s Germany. From the...

Italian Venice: A History by R. J. B. Bosworth explores the city's complex and often contradictory past from its fall in 1797 to the present day. Bosworth examines the dual nature of modernization,...

The Story of Leicester by Siobhan Begley offers a fresh perspective on the city's rich history. From its origins as Ratae, an administrative capital under Roman rule, to its modern-day identity, this...

The story of the women who fought for Irish freedom is one of courage and leadership. Over 250 women played a crucial role in the Irish Rising, with many risking their lives to support the cause...

The Armies of the Crimean War 1853-1856 is a detailed and illustrated history of the British, French, Turkish, Piedmontese, and Russian forces that clashed in this pivotal conflict. Lavishly...

The capture of U-505 and the Enigma machine was a turning point in World War II. On D-Day eve, US Navy Task Group 22.3 seized a German submarine, its crew, and all its secrets, forever altering the...

Queen Victoria's Wars: British Military Campaigns, 1857-1902This comprehensive history explores Britain's imperial wars during the nineteenth century, from the Indian Rebellion to the South African...

The Western Way of War: Infantry Battle in Classical Greece By Victor Davis Hanson In the fifth century B.C., the Greeks revolutionized warfare with a new style of fighting that would shape Western...

Death in war matters deeply to individuals and communities alike. In Britain during World War II, managing death was a pressing concern for both those directly affected by conflict and the state as a...

The American Revolutionary War: A Global Conflict. This comprehensive history reveals that the American war against British imperial rule was not just a local conflict, but a titanic struggle between...

The History of the Wars, Volume I: Books 1-2 by Procopius provides a detailed account of military operations in late antiquity. Written by Procopius, who served as legal adviser and secretary to...

The Spanish-American War and Philippine Insurrection 1898-1902 by Alejandro de Quesada. In February 1898, tensions between the US and Spain escalated over Cuba, leading to the devastating explosion...

The London Hanged: Crime and Civil Society in Eighteenth-Century London by Peter Linebaugh is a groundbreaking history that explores the darker side of capitalism. In 18th-century London, hangings...

Fifth Generation Fighters by David Baker explores the latest advancements in jet fighter technology. As older combat aircraft become increasingly obsolete, pilots are seeking out cutting-edge systems...

Fighting Napoleon at Home: The Real Story of a Nation at War with Itself The British experience during the Napoleonic Wars is often seen as a unified effort against a common enemy, France. However,...

Dusty Warriors: A Contemporary Soldier's Account of War. This book offers a unique and compelling insight into the daily experience of modern soldiers at war. Drawing on the testimonies of 700...

Hidden Glasgow reveals the lesser-known aspects of Scotland's largest city. Carol Foreman explores the often-overlooked buildings and sites that make up Glasgow's complex history, from the abandoned...

The savage partisan war on the Eastern Front during World War II saw a complex array of forces deployed by both sides. This study focuses upon three examples of German anti-partisan operations that...

Nazi Germany's New Aristocracy: The SS Leadership 1925-1939 by Herbert F. Ziegler offers a comprehensive examination of the social origins and rise to power of the prewar SS leadership. Between 1925...

At the end of 1939, the fate of Europe hung in the balance. As Nazi Germany prepared for war, negotiations between Britain, France, and the Soviet Union became the last chance to halt Hitler's...

The Holocaust by Peter Neville provides a comprehensive survey of the history of anti-Semitism in Europe and its influence on the Nazi Party. This book explores the tensions between the extermination...

The 8th SS Cavalry Division Florian Geyer was formed in 1942 and soon found itself deployed to the Eastern Front, where Hitler's ambitions to conquer Russia were faltering. This unit, like others of...

USN Submarine Vs IJN Antisubmarine Escort The Pacific, 1941-45 by Mark Stille This study examines the contrasting roles of US Navy submarines and Imperial Japanese Navy anti-submarine warfare...

The Book History Reader by David Finkelstein and Alistair McCleery is a comprehensive collection of writings examining different aspects of the history of books and print culture. This updated second...

A major reassessment of leprosy in medieval England has shed new light on this complex and misunderstood disease. Based on previously unpublished manuscript material, Carole Rawcliffe's book offers a...

Dien Bien Phu tells the story of the pivotal battle in French Indochina that led to America's involvement in Vietnam. A firsthand account by defense analyst Howard R. Simpson, who was present at the...

The story of Burma's "forgotten war" is one of fierce battle and ultimate victory. In 1942, Japanese forces invaded Burma, driving British and Indian troops out in swift defeat. However, the Allies...

Egypt of the Pharaohs: An Introduction provides a comprehensive history of Ancient Egypt from its earliest days to the conquest of Alexander the Great in 332 B.C. Alan Gardiner's authoritative and...

Italy's Conquest of Libya: A Turning Point in World History The Italian-Turkish War marked a pivotal moment in North African history, as Italy sought to expand its colonial empire and secure a...

Hot Skies Over Yemen: Aerial Warfare Over the Southern Arabian Peninsula Volume 2 - 1994-2017 by Tom Cooper is a detailed examination of the complex and often misunderstood air campaigns in Yemen...

Agincourt: A Battle that Shaped English Identity By Anne Curry, Oxford University Press, 2015 The Battle of Agincourt is one of the most enduring cultural legacies in history, with a lasting impact...

The Charge of the Light Brigade: A Historical Analysis The Charge of the Light Brigade is one of the most famous British cavalry charges in history. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to...

The Italian Royal Navy's cruiser force played a significant role in World War II. Following the 1922 Washington Naval Treaty, Italy sought to expand its battleship fleet by building seven large heavy...

The Idea of Europe From Antiquity to the European Union by Anthony Pagden explores the concept of Europe as a continent and its evolution over time. This thought-provoking work examines how the idea...

Alfred Oliver Pollard's memoirs offer a unique perspective on World War I, written in a style that reflects his enthusiasm for the conflict. His vivid descriptions of fighting and his own experiences...

The Edwardian Crisis: Britain 1901-14 This book examines the tumultuous period known as the Edwardian age, a time of significant social and political upheaval in British history. David Powell...

A History of Irish Thought by Thomas Duddy presents a comprehensive survey of Irish thought and ideas against the backdrop of Ireland's current social and political landscape. This engaging...

Experience 1940 through the pages of Mirror On 1940, featuring 120 original Daily Mirror newspaper front pages from that year. This unique archive captures all the major news events of 1940,...

The Flame and the Candle War in Mayo 1919-1924 by Dominic Price is a previously untold story of the Irish War of Independence and the Civil War, focusing on the lives of ordinary people in Mayo...

Wilsnack, a small town in northeastern Germany, was once a renowned European pilgrimage site. In 1383, its church was set ablaze by a marauding knight, yet miraculously, three hosts were found intact...

A collection of photographs showcasing the history and culture of Aberdeen, taken from the late 19th century to the present day. This book brings together over 350 images of the city's people and...

The Oxford Handbook of the Phoenician and Punic Mediterranean provides a comprehensive overview of this enigmatic ancient civilization. After decades without a current guide, this handbook brings...

A New Comprehensive History of Mauritius Volume 2 From British Mauritius to the 21st Century by Sydney Selvon provides a detailed account of the island nation's history from the British period to the...

The 'Lower Branch' of the Legal Profession in Early Modern England By C. W. Brooks Historians have long recognised the importance of the lower branch of the legal profession, the ancestors of modern...

Rome, 105 B.C. Quintus Sertorius is one of the few survivors of Rome's most crushing military defeat. Now, he finds himself back in the midst of war against the barbarians who caused it. The Roman...

Bygone Clydebank A history of Clydebank's development from its early days as an industrial centre to the mid-twentieth century. This volume features over 50 period photographs and explores the town's...

General A.P. Hill: The Story of a Confederate WarriorThis biography sheds new light on one of the most overlooked figures of the American Civil War, General A.P. Hill. Drawing on newly discovered...

Derbyshire's High Peak Air Crash Sites - Southern Region guides walkers to seventy-eight air-crash sites in the southern region of the High Peak. Research has identified over 300 air crashes in this...

A Halifax bomber crew's secret war with 148 (SD) Squadron is revealed in this true story. In 1944, the crew was forced to bail out during a supply drop in southern Poland, but they were sheltered and...

The Desert Air Force in World War II provides a comprehensive overview of this pivotal air force, formed in North Africa to support the 8th Army. The book delves into its structure, operation,...

Rathgar A History by Maurice Curtis offers a unique insight into one of Dublin's most fascinating areas. This book explores the red-brick Georgian and Victorian terraces that are home to some of...

The Loyal North Lancashire Regiment Volume III 1919-1970 by Lancashire Infantry Museum This volume tells the story of the Loyal North Lancashire Regiment from 1919 to its amalgamation in 1970. The...

Pytheas of Massalia: A Pioneering Voyage into the Unknown. In 325 BC, Pytheas made history by becoming the first person to provide factual information on northern Europe, a region known little to...

Pham Xuan An was a man with two lives. As a Time reporter in Saigon during the Vietnam War, he befriended many influential people, including American journalists and high-ranking government officials...

The United States has a long and troubled history of taking children for political ends. For four hundred years, black children, Native children, Latinx children, and those from poor families have...

The Journey to the Mayflower: God's Outlaws and the Invention of Freedom by Stephen Tomkins In 2020, the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for America aboard the Mayflower, an event that shaped American...

Scunthorpe and District (IOP) by David J Taylor is a fascinating collection of 180 archive photographs that reveal the town's rich and varied past. Spanning over a century, these images showcase...

The 2003 war against Iraq was a pivotal moment in modern democracy, marked by a significant shift in how politics and entertainment intersect. In "Weapons of Mass Persuasion", Paul Rutherford...

The Psychopathic God: Adolph HitlerThis comprehensive psychological portrait sheds new light on one of history's most complex figures. By examining accounts of Hitler's behavior, beliefs, tastes,...

The Emergence of the Russian Army 1462-1689 This book explores the development of the early modern Russian army, from its origins in the East to its emergence as a distinct military force. The author...

Dr Leander Starr Jameson: A Life of Adventure and Politics This biography tells the story of Dr Leander Starr Jameson, the man who inspired Rudyard Kipling to write his famous poem 'If'. Born in...

This comprehensive sourcebook explores the diverse and complex world of ancient Roman religion. From its earliest cults to the Christian capital, Volume 2 of Religions of Rome presents a wide range...

Pat Cavendish O'Neil was born into a world of enormous riches, eccentricity and intrigue. Her mother's life was marked by four marriages to men who were either millionaires or held titles, but none...

Discover the fascinating history of Chinese arms and armour in this comprehensive guide from the Royal Armouries Museum.Spanning thousands of years, from the late Bronze Age to the early twentieth...

The Ormesby Psalter: A Masterpiece of Medieval Illumination The Ormesby Psalter is one of the most magnificent and enigmatic Gothic psalters produced in East Anglia during the first half of the...

The Moral Economy of the Countryside: Anglo-Saxon to Anglo-Norman England by Rosamond Faith. In medieval England, the relationship between lords and peasants was shaped by a complex web of values...

Charles Norris-Newman's eyewitness account of the Anglo-Zulu War is a unique and valuable perspective on one of history's most pivotal conflicts. As a special correspondent accompanying Lord...

Infinite City: A San Francisco Atlas explores the many layers of meaning in one place. Rebecca Solnit examines the city and its surroundings through the eyes of different inhabitants, revealing the...

A visual history of the German soldier on the Eastern Front of World War II is presented in this collection of rare and previously unpublished photographs. Hundreds of images showcase army and Waffen...

History, Memory and Public Life explores how historical expertise shapes our understanding of the past and its relevance to contemporary public discourse.The book examines two key aspects of...

Norfolk and Suffolk Churches: A Domesday Record provides a unique research tool for those interested in the existence of churches during the Anglo-Saxon period. By carefully arranging data from...

The Modern Times Revised Edition takes you on a comprehensive journey through the 20th century, from the Twenties to the Nineties. Paul Johnson's engaging narrative explores the pivotal events,...

The German Flak Defences Vs Allied Heavy Bombers 1942-45 offers a detailed examination of the crucial role played by German heavy flak guns in defending against Allied heavy bombers during World War...

The A30 Challenger Tank: A Technical History In 1942, a novel solution was devised to mount the powerful 17 pounder anti-tank gun on the chassis of what would have been Britain's next Cruiser tank...

The Unbound Prometheus: Technological Change and Industrial Development in Western Europe from 1750 to the Present by David S. Landes This updated edition reframes and reasserts the author's original...

Discover the often-overlooked history of female Japanese warriors from 1184 to 1877. This book presents a previously untold story, shedding light on the roles and experiences of women within Japan's...

The Conquistadors: A Very Short Introduction By Matthew Restall and Felipe Fernandez-Armesto This book shatters the traditional narrative of the Spanish conquistadors, revealing their real...

On an Irish Island tells the remarkable story of a remote outpost nearly untouched by time in the first half of the twentieth century. Robert Kanigel brings to life this wildly beautiful island,...

The Road to Gondwana: An Immersive Journey into Deep TimeThis book takes you on a fascinating journey through 1 billion years of Earth's history, tracing the steps science took to uncover the lost...

Ghenko: The Mongol Invasion of Japan by Nakaba Yamada is a significant contribution to historical literature, offering valuable insights for future generations.First published in 2019, this book...

This 2022 study explores the pivotal role played by a group of merchants in shaping England's trade and government finances during the mid-seventeenth century. Known as the 'Adventurers for Irish...

Clovis: The First King of FranceDiscover the fascinating story behind the baptism that changed history. In 496 AD, Clovis, a Gaulish chief, was baptized and went on to unite various tribes under his...

This seminal work of scholarship explores the development of literacy in medieval England. Now updated in its third edition, it provides an introduction to medieval books and documents for graduate...

The colossal statue of Ramesses II, now housed in Egypt's Grand Egyptian Museum, is one of the most impressive works of ancient art. Created during the reign of King Ramesses II, who ruled Egypt for...

The Two Sources of Morality and Religion by Henri Bergson explores the nature of moral obligation and the role of religion in human society. Since primitive times, religion has played a significant...