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What the Rest Think of the West Since 600 AD offers a unique perspective on Western civilization by examining how other cultures have perceived and understood it over the centuries.The book presents...

A North West Picture Gallery by Bellcode Books is a collection of 260 black and white photographs showcasing the region's railway heritage. The images depict steam trains on branch lines, termini in...

The New Cold War: Putin's Threat to Russia and the West by Edward LucasFirst published in 2008, this updated edition provides a comprehensive analysis of Russia under Vladimir Putin's leadership. The...

The Why Squad are curious about music. They're in class, but they don't know any instruments from West Africa! So, they go on an adventure to learn about some amazing instruments from the region...

A New History of the American West: "It's Your Misfortune and None of My Own" The creation of the American West is often seen as a story of vanishing frontiers, but Richard White challenges this...

West Yorkshire Mountain Biking - South Pennine Trails by Benjamin Haworth is a comprehensive guide to 23 of the best mountain bike rides in the region. Spanning distances from 10.5km to 32km, these...

The West Coast Main Line, 1957-1963 is a detailed history of one of Britain's most iconic railway routes. Spanning from London to Glasgow and beyond, this book explores the physical characteristics...

Pussycats Why the Rest Keeps Beating the West is a thought-provoking exploration of why Western countries have struggled to maintain their military superiority in recent decades. Despite spending...

Coal and Tobacco: The Lowthers and the Economic Development of West Cumberland, 1660-1760 by J. V. Beckett The development of Whitehaven from a small fishing village to a thriving industrial centre...

Set in the Canadian West, this heartwarming novel tells the story of a young teacher who leaves her past behind to start a new life in a small community.As she navigates the challenges of her new...

The Scholar A West-Side Story by Courttia Newland is a gripping novel about two young men from different paths. After his father's death, Cory moves in with his cousin Sean, who has chosen education...

The archetype of the "witch" has been deeply ingrained in European culture for centuries. However, is this image merely a product of fantasy? Edward Dutton explores the history of witches and...

West Sussex Pubs offers 27 pubs over ten walks in this guidebook. The routes range from 2.75 miles to 9 miles and are carefully selected for their scenic views, historic landmarks, and convenient...

The world we have is not the one we imagined, but it is the one we have earned. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse ride across the Earth, signaling the end of humanity's time. In the second volume...

Konrad Adenauer's leadership as West Germany's first Chancellor was defined by his alliance with the free West. However, this success story belies a more complex history, in which Adenauer and his...

West Coast Australia is your comprehensive guide to planning the ultimate trip to this incredible region. Explore popular and off the beaten track experiences, from wreck diving in Geographe Bay to...

Masks from West and Central Africa offers a vibrant celebration of colour and form through 266 photographs of traditional polychrome masks. This collection showcases the largest representation of...

Iceland from the West to the South provides an in-depth exploration of Iceland's geological development and current processes. The book examines both geographic and geo-ecological aspects, offering...

The Awakening of the West: A Fresh Perspective on Buddhism and Western Culture Stephen Batchelor's insightful history explores the evolving relationship between Buddhism and Western culture. By...

Images of Fire Into Action with West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service commemorates forty years since the formation of the service. This book showcases the Brigade's modern day work, its proud history...

Oedipus and Job in West African Religion is a significant work that has been selected by scholars for its cultural importance. As it falls within the public domain, you are free to copy and...

Standing at the Sky's Edge (West End Edition) by Chris Bush is a powerful and heartfelt exploration of community and what it means to call home. Originally written as a love letter to Sheffield, this...

Defenders of the West: The Christian Heroes Who Stood Against Islam This book tells the story of eight extraordinary individuals who defended the Christian West against Islamic invasions. From saints...

The Russian Art of War: How the West Led Ukraine to Defeat Jacques Baud's latest analysis of the Ukraine conflict offers a nuanced understanding of the war's complexities. Drawing on official...

Whitland to Pembroke Dock is the latest volume in the West Wales Railways series, continuing the story of the South Wales Main Line from the Severn Tunnel to its end point in West Wales. This book...

Experience the vibrant cuisines of West Africa with 80 easy, accessible recipes from James Beard Award-winning chef Pierre Thiam. This cookbook offers an entry point into the cooking of a region...

A New Divan brings together twenty-four poets from around the world to respond to Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's 200-year-old West-Eastern Divan. This new collection celebrates cross-cultural exchange...

The Perfect Gentleman: A Muslim Boy Meets the West by Imran Ahmad At just one and-a-half years old, Imran Ahmad made an extraordinary move from Pakistan to London, setting him on a journey torn...

This new edition of Geoffrey Parker's seminal work explores how the West, despite its small size and limited natural resources in 1500, came to dominate over one third of the world by 1800. Parker...

Death in the West End is a mystery that unfolds backstage at a hit musical. When the show's director dies under unexpected circumstances, tensions rise among the American producers and writers who...

Exploring Britain's Disused Railways North-West England takes a detailed look at many of the lost railways of the north-west region. It examines how they have fared since closure and what remains to...

The Lost Railways of Yorkshire's West Riding: Barnsley, Doncaster, Sheffield and the South This book explores the railway network in one of Britain's most industrialised regions. The area was densely...

Explore 20 Sportive Cycling Routes in South West England Discover the best cycling areas of south west England with this comprehensive guidebook. Spanning Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, and more,...

Fred and Rose West: The Full Story of Fred and Rose West and the Gloucester House of HorrorsThis is the definitive account of one of Britain's most infamous true crime cases, now updated with a...

The Golden Trade of the Moors: West African Kingdoms in the Fourteenth Century by E. W. Bovill and Edward W. Bovill is a meticulously researched account of the trans-Saharan trade, spanning over a...

Against Decolonisation: Campus Culture Wars and the Decline of the West by Doug Stokes explores the recent surge in moral panic and the adoption of binary worldviews in universities. Stokes surveys...

West Hill Ward in Wandsworth has undergone significant transformations over time. From its origins as landscaped woodland to its current state as densely populated inner city, this area has seen two...

North West Railways in the 1970s and 1980s is a collection of colour and black-and-white images that capture the region's railways during this period.Featuring almost 180 previously unpublished...

The Boleyn's Farewell: West Ham United's Upton Park Swansong by Danny Lewis is a unique account of one of the most historic nights in West Ham United's history. On 10 May 2016, the club played its...

Duke Valdemar's people have found a temporary haven, but it cannot hold all of them for long. As their numbers grow, trouble could follow at any moment, and there are too many people for Crescent...

Explore Ireland's rugged Wild West Coast on a self-drive roadtrip along the Atlantic Way. This guidebook takes you on a journey through some of Ireland's most stunning landscapes, from windswept...

Kanye West's My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy is a landmark album that captures the essence of its era. Released in 2010, it marked a significant shift in Kanye West's career, as he evolved into a...

The world's balance of power is shifting, and the West's dominance is being challenged. In "Why the West Can't Win: From Bretton Woods to a Multipolar World", Fadi Lama explores the events of the...

Discover what happened to the players who made West Bromwich Albion famous. This book takes a look at the lives of the heroes and villains, the stars and the forgotten, who have all worn the famous...

The Lost Railways of Limerick and the South West is a fascinating look at the diverse railway network in the Irish South Western region. This book explores the unique history of the railways,...

Explore the stunning landscapes of South West England with 26 carefully chosen mountain bike rides. From challenging high moorland excursions to leisurely off-road routes, this guide offers something...

After Defeat: How the East Learned to Live with the West Ayşe Zarakol explores how non-Western states have been perceived and treated throughout history, revealing a pattern of stigmatization that...

In 1740s Cornwall, superstition and danger lurk around every corner. A wrecked ship in Talland Bay sets off a chain reaction of events that will test the bonds of family and community. As long-held...

The world we have is one we deserved, but it's the one that has been set in motion. In "There is no us", Volume 3 of East of West, humanity's best hope for survival lies in DEATH! As the Four...

Discover what everyday life was like in the Wild West from 1840 to 1900. This comprehensive guide is packed with historical accounts, maps and photographs that bring the era to life.From the food...

The West Has Won: Carnage and Culture from Salamis to Vietnam by Victor Davis Hanson explores the military superiority and global dominance of Western powers. Hanson argues that democracy and...

The Phoenicians and the West: Politics, Colonies and Trade By Maria Eugenia Aubet In the Mediterranean basin, from around 800 to 500 BC, the Phoenicians established a vast trading network that...

The epic intelligence war between East and West is a story that spans a century, with lessons for our current global conflicts. Calder Walton's Spies delves into the hitherto secret archives and...

The North-West Passage and the Fate of Sir John Franklin by James Alexander Browne In 1845, Sir John Franklin embarked on an ill-fated expedition to find the elusive North-West Passage. His ships,...

Frontier Teachers: Stories of Heroic Women of the Old West by Chris Enss brings to light the often-overlooked stories of twelve courageous women who braved the untamed frontier to provide education...

Walking the northern stretch of the South West Coast Path, Sasha Swire embarks on an immersive journey along Britain's windswept western fringes. Spanning over a decade, her walks take her from...

The South West Coast Path 3 guidebook provides detailed information for walkers and drivers exploring the scenic routes along England's south west coast.Featuring extensive coverage of the region,...

Water Histories and Spatial Archaeology: Ancient Yemen and the American West By Michael J. Harrower Cambridge University Press, 2019 This book offers a new perspective on the complex relationships...

Wandering Lonely in a Crowd: Reflections on the Muslim Condition in the West by Atif Imtiaz is a timely collection of essays that reflect on the years between 9/11 and Barack Obama. It explores...

The OS Landranger Map: Iona & West Mull, Ulva Get to know the beautiful islands of Iona and West Mull with this detailed map from the Ordnance Survey. The OS Landranger Map series provides...

The American conquest of the West was a story full of authority and color, truth and prophecy. In 1846, the Army of the West marched through Santa Fe, en route to invade and occupy the Western...

The Invention of Power: Popes, Kings, and the Birth of the WestBy Bruce Bueno de Mesquita, PublicAffairs, 2024This groundbreaking book tackles one of history's greatest puzzles: why did Western...

Neil Peart's travel memoir of his extraordinary cycling journey through West Africa is a thought-provoking exploration of the human experience. Through his descriptions of the challenges he faced,...

The marriage of Ultron brings an unlikely union - but will it be a match made in heaven? Or will the android's plans for world domination prevail? As the West Coast Avengers navigate this unexpected...

Railways of South and West Scotland by Ian Lothian explores the development of railways in southern and western Scotland. Built to connect Scotland with England and facilitate trade, these lines...

Tony Carr's autobiography offers an unparalleled insight into his remarkable life and career in football. From training alongside Bobby Moore to becoming one of the most influential coaches in the...

Putin Confronts the West: The Logic of Russian Foreign Relations, 1999-2020This book explores how Russia regained its former global prominence under President Vladimir Putin's leadership. From the...

The Branch Lines of Devon Plymouth, West and North Devon A comprehensive history of the branch lines in Devon's west and north regions. This second volume covers the Turnchapel and Yealmpton commuter...

The Gunpowder Age: China, Military Innovation, and the Rise of the West in World History by Tonio Andrade. A new perspective on a key question of world history is offered in this book. In 900s, China...

The Decline of the West by Oswald Spengler is a seminal work that explores the cyclical nature of historical change. First published in 1918, this two-volume set presents a profound vision of Western...

Wild About Hammersmith and Brook Green: The Tale of Two West London VillagesThis book explores the history and character of two distinct villages in west London, Hammersmith and Brook Green. Through...

That Hideous Strength: A Deeper Look at How the West Was Lost In 2018, Evangelical Press published the original "That Hideous Strength: How the West Was Lost", a book that originated as lecture notes...

Follow The Acorn: A Very Unofficial Guide to the South West Coast Path by John Haughton is a personal account of walking the entire 630-mile English South West Coast Path. Written over an eight-week...

The Old West has had a profound impact on the concept of gentlemanly masculinity in America. To behave like a gentleman is to conduct oneself with integrity and respect, regardless of financial means...

Fighting the Slave Trade: West African Strategies is a groundbreaking study that challenges prevailing views on African involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. This comprehensive exploration...

A dream to fulfil led two friends to embark on an adventure across America in 2010. They traded corporate jobs for rail-tracking, following old railroad routes through the vast American West during a...

A new perspective on early and medieval West African history is offered by Michael Gomez in this groundbreaking study. Gomez challenges prevailing views by tracing the development of categories such...

Thinking About Tomorrow: Excerpts from the Life of Keith West is a memoir that delves into the life and career of a rock and roll survivor. From his early days inspired by Elvis in the 1950s to his...

The threat of terrorism in the West has never been greater. Thousands of young people from Europe have travelled to join ISIS, returning home with military training and international contacts that...

Covering every Italian Spaghetti Western, this comprehensive guide explores the films through the biographies and filmographies of key personnel, stories of each production, locations and sets,...

Billy the Kid and Jesse James: Outlaws of the Legendary WestAuthor Bill Markley explores the lives of two infamous figures from the American frontier, examining their impact on the region's history...

The Late Night Writers Club A Graphic Novel by Annie West is a richly illustrated graphic novel that brings the Irish Literary Canon to life. A struggling debut author, haunted by writer's block and...

Anthony C. Yu's translation of The Journey to the West brings this 16th-century Chinese novel to English-speaking audiences for the first time.The story follows Xuanzang, a famous Buddhist monk, and...

Why the West Rules - for Now: The Patterns of History, and what They Reveal about the FutureFrom the emergence of steam and coal in the 18th century to the advent of computers and nuclear weapons in...

West Heart Kill by Dann McDorman is an experimental novel that plays with the very nature of storytelling. Set in the 1970s, it follows a private detective who becomes embroiled in a mysterious case...

The Decline of the West: Perspectives of World-HistoryBy Oswald Spengler, Windham Press, 2013, 554 pages, paperback.This second volume of Spengler's magnum opus explores the relationships between...

A beautifully illustrated collection of fairy tales from Norway's rich cultural heritage. East of the Sun and West of the Moon features 46 stunning illustrations by Kay Nielsen, one of the most...

The Four Legendary KingdomsJack West Jr's memories are hazy, but one thing is clear: he's trapped in a deadly game. With his daughter's life hanging in the balance, Jack must navigate treacherous...

The American West was forged in blood and thunder between 1846 and 1865. The United States invaded and conquered this vast territory, creating a nation that stretched from the Atlantic to the Pacific...

A radical new account of how the idea of the West has shaped our history is presented in this book. It challenges the traditional narrative by exploring the lives of fourteen historical figures,...

West Point Rugby's War Story: A Bonding Experience In the aftermath of 9/11, US troops were deployed to Afghanistan and later Iraq. For West Point's rugby team, this marked a turning point in their...

The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam by Peter Oborne A masterful analysis of the complex and often misunderstood relationship between Islam and the West. Peter Oborne challenges the...

West Ham United: From East End Family to Globalised Fandom is a story of transformation and evolution. The club's journey from humble beginnings as a works football team to its current status as a...

South West Climbs: Selected climbs in Gloucestershire, Somerset, Dorset. Volume one is a comprehensive guide to the region's most notable climbing routes. First published in 1979, this book has...

The Ukrainian crisis that unfolded in 2013 was decades in the making. A deep-seated divide within Ukraine, driven by cultural and political differences between its western and southeastern regions,...

West Winds: A Celebration of Caribbean Flavours This beautifully crafted cookbook celebrates the diverse flavours of Caribbean cooking, with over 100 recipes to try. Jamaican cuisine takes centre...

John Wesley Powell: A Life of Exploration and Conservation. Donald Worster's biography is a compelling account of John Wesley Powell's life, from his early days as an immigrant in the United States...

Birding Hotspots in the Algarve Sagres and the West Coast by Gonçalo Elias is your guide to the best places for watching birds in this region. With detailed information on locations such as Cape St...

This comprehensive guide to non-league football tables in the West Midlands region of England spans over 130 years. From 1889 to 2019, Michael Robinson presents a detailed and meticulously researched...