448 results for 'Winston Rowntree'

Kate Macdougall's life took an unexpected turn when she left her comfortable job at Sotheby's to explore the gig economy. She soon found herself running London's No 1 Dog-Walking Company, navigating...

Agent Twister by Philip Augar and Keely Winstone is a gripping period thriller that reveals the shocking truth behind one of the greatest scandals of the 1970s. In November 1974, John Stonehouse MP...

A historical adventure series set in mid-twentieth century Britain begins with Rule Britannia. Ernest Drabble, a Cambridge historian and mountaineer, travels to rural Devon to inspect a macabre...

The story of Home Rule and the Ulster Volunteer Force is one of pivotal moments in Irish politics and history. In response to the Home Rule crises, the UVF was formed as an armed organization,...

The Spitfire People: A Story of Innovation and Courage The development of the iconic Spitfire aircraft was a collaborative effort involving over 65 individuals, from politicians to pilots. Without...

Christmas, 1940, brings a temporary truce between the German and Allied forces, a welcome respite from the relentless air raids over London. Down Street underground station, in the heart of Mayfair,...

Sir Alan Lascelles' diaries offer an intimate portrait of the British royal household and Downing Street during a pivotal period in history. Spanning from Edward VIII's abdication to George VI's...

Winston Churchill's sojourns in the White House were a defining aspect of his diplomatic career. During the 1940s and 1950s, he spent weeks at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, engaging with President...

The Churches of Kent offers a fascinating glimpse into the county's rich religious heritage. From the oldest church in England to tiny manorial churches hidden away in sequestered churchyards, this...

The Wedding of the Century: A Tale of Love and Independence. In 1895, Consuelo Vanderbilt made headlines as she married into the British aristocracy, but her true story is one of quiet defiance and...

Darkest Hour by Anthony McCarten is a Penguin Readers graded reader for learners of English as a foreign language. This title introduces readers to bestselling authors and compelling content, with...

Alexander the Great's legendary drinking exploits ended in destruction, while W.C. Fields' judgement was put to the test when he urinated over a brass band from a hotel balcony. Dylan Thomas's...

Winston Churchill's account of the Reconquest of the Sudan is a riveting historical work that rivals fiction in its tale of heroism and glory. This instructive treatise recounts the critical episode...

The Blitz Then and Now by Winston G. Ramsey provides a detailed record of the first year of World War II, from September 3rd, 1939 to September 6th, 1940. This period saw a shift from the initial air...

Black and White: The Birth of Modern Boxing is a comprehensive history of the early years of transatlantic boxing. It reveals the dark side of racism that pervaded the sport, as well as the struggles...

A shocking true crime story that exposes police corruption and organised crime. In 1972, four young men were wrongly convicted of theft and assault at Oval Underground Station, but their innocence...

David Anderson's Histories of the Hanged reveals the shocking truth about Britain's role in suppressing the Mau Mau revolt in Kenya. Through thousands of new files and court transcripts, Anderson...

The Churchill Infantry Tank: A Comprehensive History. David Fletcher's in-depth history of the Churchill tank covers all seven Marks produced during World War II, including its development from the...

Citizens of London: The Americans Who Stood with Britain in Its Darkest Hour In 1940, as Nazi Germany threatened to engulf Europe, three American men formed an unlikely alliance with Winston...

Winston Churchill's life has captivated readers for generations with its complex blend of adventure, politics, and personal character. This biography offers a fresh perspective on one of history's...

The Ace Cafe Then and Now by Winston Ramsey This book tells the story of the iconic Ace Cafe in London, from its early days as a hub for bike racing to its rise as a popular gathering place for...

This official picture book adaptation of the Ghostbusters film brings the beloved characters to life in a kid-friendly way. Kid scientists Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz, and Egon Spengler investigate...

The SAS: Rogue Heroes is a gripping history of the SAS, the most celebrated and mysterious military organisation in the world. In the summer of 1941, a young officer named David Stirling had a vision...

Alan Brooke: A Reappraisal of Lord Alanbrooke is a new biography that sheds light on the life and career of Lord Alanbrooke, Churchill's right-hand man during World War II. As Chief of the Imperial...

Clement Attlee and Winston Churchill: A Complex Alliance The partnership between these two British leaders was one for the ages, spanning 35 years and encompassing some of the most pivotal moments in...

Marriage Matters offers a hopeful resource for understanding the transcendent purposes of God at work in marriages. This book addresses how God works in everyday moments, helping couples consider...

English is often seen as a fortress to be defended, but it's more like a child that needs nurturing. As lexicographer Kory Stamper reveals in Word by Word, dictionary writing involves agonising...

Clement Attlee's autobiography offers a unique perspective on one of Britain's most pivotal periods in history. Born in 1883, Attlee recounts his life, from witnessing the death of Victorian England...

Jennie Jerome Churchill was an American heiress who lived life on her own terms. Born into wealth and scandal, she was raised in Paris by her mother after her parents' separation. There, she caught...

Winston Groom's El Paso is a sweeping American epic that brings to life a much-forgotten period of history. Set against the backdrop of the Mexican Revolution and the border wars of the early...

London, chief city of Airstrip One, is home to Julia Worthing, a mechanic in the Fiction Department at the Ministry of Truth. Under the ideology of IngSoc and the rule of the Party, she navigates her...

Winston Churchill's leadership during World War II is widely regarded as one of the greatest in 20th-century history. In May 1940, he faced an unprecedented level of change as Prime Minister, with...

The Four Swans: A Novel of Cornwall, 1795-1797 In this sixth novel in Winston Graham's beloved series, Ross Poldark faces a new dilemma as his wife Demelza becomes the object of affection for a young...

When life takes an unexpected turn, Jeff Winston finds himself at a crossroads. A sudden heart attack forces him to confront his own mortality, but instead of meeting his end, he wakes up in the body...

Churchill and His Generals offers a fresh perspective on one of history's most pivotal conflicts. Raymond Callahan examines the British army's transformation from an international police force to a...

Quinn Wentworth's life has been one of desperation and survival. Convicted of a crime he didn't commit, his days seem numbered until a surprising turn of events declares him the long-lost heir to a...

Eastern Approaches is a gripping account of the author's experiences as a diplomat and soldier in the Soviet Union and North Africa during World War II. With a new foreword by Simon Sebag Montefiore,...

The Daughters of Yalta: A Story of Love and War In the final days of World War II, three young women accompanied their famous fathers to the Yalta Conference, a pivotal moment in history. Kathleen...

In 1940, London teeters on the brink of war. Winston Churchill has just taken office, and the threat of a Blitz looms large. But Maggie Hope is not one to be deterred. As a brilliant codebreaker with...

George Orwell's Animal Farm and 1984 is a powerful exploration of the dangers of totalitarianism. In this collection of two novellas, Orwell presents a scathing critique of the Russian Revolution and...

Churchill's Secret Messenger is a gripping historical novel that tells the story of Rose Teasdale, a young woman recruited by Winston Churchill's Special Operations Executive to aid the French...

Sir Edward 'Eddie' Marsh was an ornament of early twentieth-century society; a respected civil servant, polymath and scholar who led a remarkable life. He was Winston Churchill's longest serving...

The SAS's Secret Mission The story of the SAS's most secret chapter in history is one of bravery, sacrifice, and the pursuit of justice. In the aftermath of World War II, the world's most elite...

The Sirens of Titan: A Science Fiction Novel by Kurt Vonnegut In this thought-provoking novel, Kurt Vonnegut explores themes of free will and predestination through the story of Winston Niles...

A concise overview of 1984 by George Orwell provides essential insights into this influential novel. Worth Books has crafted a reliable summary and analysis to enhance your reading experience. This...

Maggie Hope, former secretary to Prime Minister Winston Churchill, has completed her training to become a spy for MI-5. Instead of being sent abroad, she is dispatched to Windsor Castle to tutor the...

The Malta Exchange is a pulse-pounding thriller that sets the stage for a heart-stopping adventure. When a rogue cardinal flees to Malta in search of a 4th-century document, former Justice Department...

The Churchill Quiz Book offers an engaging and informative exploration of Winston Churchill's life, covering all aspects of his heroic, colourful and controversial career. With 800 fascinating...

Christmas 1940 brings an uneasy calm to London as Prime Minister Winston Churchill and his cabinet take refuge in a secret underground location. But when a woman's body is discovered, stabbed in the...

The Secret Army: Men of the Intelligence Corps in the Special Operations Executive. In July 1940, Britain was at its weakest point after the Dunkirk evacuation. To counter this, Prime Minister...

The SOE Heroines Who Fought to Free Nazi-Occupied France is a fascinating account of the women who played a crucial role in the French Resistance during World War II. In 1941, Winston Churchill...

A new take on a classic dystopian novel is presented in 2+2=5. Jake Chapman's reinterpretation offers a fresh perspective on George Orwell's work, presenting an alternate reality where the...

Andrew Roberts boldly takes up where Winston Churchill's four-volume history left off in 1901, continuing to explore what makes the English-speaking people the preeminent political culture since 1900...

Britain and France controlled the world's two largest colonial empires in 1945, but just twenty years later they had almost completely disappeared. This collapse was cataclysmic, with hundreds of...

Day Dreams and Movie Screens is the second book in the Faithgirlz series Lena in the Spotlight. Alena Pitts, star of The War Room and tween blogger of For Girls Like You, co-writes this fiction story...

Ireland During the Second World War: A Hidden History This book offers a fresh perspective on Ireland's experience during World War II. Bryce Evans examines the social and economic history of Ireland...

Eric Brown's remarkable life story spans from his early experiences with the RAF to his encounters with the Nazis, and beyond. In 1939, he embarked on an exchange course in Germany, only to find...

Dreadnought Britain, Germany, and the Coming of the Great War is a gripping narrative that explores the personal and political rivalries of the decades leading up to the First World War. Pulitzer...

Winston Churchill's Marlborough His Life and Times, Book One is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life of John Churchill, the Duke of Marlborough. A renowned military commander and...

A landmark murder trial in England's history is re-examined in this true story. In 1942, a young girl named Pat was brutally murdered by a troubled individual who had been given an opportunity to...

Lawrence of Arabia: A Life of Objects and Places. The life of Thomas Edward Lawrence is as fascinating as it is enigmatic. For thirteen years, he spent in the region that would become synonymous with...

A 2,000-year history of England in a concise and compelling narrative. From its ancient fault line to its modern-day divisions, this book explores how England's complex past has shaped its present...

The Hidden History of the White House Power Struggles, Scandals, and Defining Moments by Corey Mead presents a unique perspective on the most dramatic events in American history. Set within the walls...

Iron Man: The Art of the Movie brings together exclusive content and fully illustrated behind-the-scenes insights into the creation of the iconic Marvel Studios film. This comprehensive art book...

The year is 1940 and the British are facing an uncertain future. As Winston Churchill warned, the enemy's full force will be turned upon them. For Miss Emily Seeton, a young London art teacher, this...

Gordon Corrigan's Blood, Sweat and Arrogance And the Myths of Churchill's War challenges our assumptions about Britain's role in World War II. He reveals how Winston Churchill's interference in...

Cabinet's Finest Hour: The Hidden Agenda of May 1940 by David Owen explores a pivotal chapter in World War II history. In May 1940, the British government debated whether to continue fighting against...

As the world faces unprecedented challenges, the imperative to reimagine our economies and companies has never been more urgent. Former Unilever CEO Paul Polman and sustainable-business guru Andrew...

George Orwell's 1984 is a chilling vision of a totalitarian future where everything and everyone is slave to a tyrannical regime. In this beautifully reimagined edition, renowned street artist...

The Churchill Factor: How One Man Made History Boris Johnson's leadership has been shaped by one man: Winston Churchill. In this biography, Johnson explores the 'Churchill Factor' - the unique blend...

When a fatal heart attack strikes, Jeff Winston's life is turned upside down. But instead of the expected end, he wakes up in his 18-year-old body, with memories of the next 25 years intact. This...

May 1940 marked a turning point in British history as the country teetered on the brink of defeat. With Nazi forces closing in, Winston Churchill faced an impossible task: rallying a nation and...

Demelza, the second novel in Winston Graham's Poldark series, tells the story of Ross Poldark's marriage to Demelza Carne, a miner's daughter he rescued from a fairground brawl. As their life...

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...

Hazel A Life of Lady Lavery 1880-1935 by Sinéad McCoole is a biography that tells the story of Hazel Lavery, an American woman who reinvented herself as a stylish society hostess in London. Using...

London, 1921. A high-profile murder sets off a chain reaction of events in this gripping mystery novel. Lord Amersham, a prominent Cabinet minister, is shot dead outside his home, with two bullets to...

The Chickens of Atlantis and Other Foul and Filthy Fiends by Robert Rankin is a comic fiction novel that tells the life story of Darwin, an Educated Ape. This book features a unique writing style...

The Cold War: An Illustrated History Coloring Book For Everyone! is an in-depth exploration of one of the most significant conflicts of the 20th century. This unique coloring book features...

The Secret Jewish Commandos Who Helped Defeat the Nazis The shadow of the Third Reich fell across Europe, prompting Winston Churchill and his chief of staff to form a top-secret unit of Jewish...

June 1941, Britain is at war, but Katharina Valentine feels sidelined. Employed as a shorthand-typist in the War Office, she is transferred to the basement below - having had no idea that this dark,...

The Science Squad is a fun and engaging book that introduces kids to the key subjects of science, technology, engineering, art, and maths. Robert M. L. Winston's book breaks down complex ideas into...

Dane Winston's life has been a carefully constructed illusion, but when she lands a job as valet to Lord Stratford, the mask begins to slip. As she navigates the complexities of her new role, she...

The Eagle Has Flown by Jack Higgins is a gripping sequel to the iconic novel The Eagle Has Landed. Set against the backdrop of World War II, this thrilling tale follows the aftermath of a failed...

Winston Churchill's association with India spans nearly five decades, from his arrival in Bombay in 1896 to the country's eventual independence in 1947. This period saw Churchill exert significant...

The origins of Britain's first Special Service troops are revealed in this fascinating account of the Commandos' formation and development during World War II. In the summer of 1940, Prime Minister...

Understanding the British Empire by Ronald Hyam provides a comprehensive exploration of the history of the British Empire. Drawing on a lifetime's research and reflection, this book examines six key...

In "The Most Dangerous Book Ever Published: Deadly Deception Exposed!", seventy-eight essays by seven prominent social critics challenge everything from government authority to COVID-19, questioning...

The Devils Will Get No Rest: FDR, Churchill, and the Plan That Won the War In January 1943, a secret ten-day parlay in Morocco brought together two of history's most iconic leaders, Franklin...

The Power in the Land by Fred Harrison Fred Harrison's thesis is that land speculation has a profound impact on economic stability. He argues that the land market acts as a regulatory mechanism,...

Newhaven Court: A History of Love, Tragedy and Intrigue Built in 1884 as the grand summer home for the Locker-Lampson family, Newhaven Court was a majestic red-brick mansion perched atop a windswept...

In "The Most Dangerous Book Ever Published: Deadly Deception Exposed!", seventy-eight essays by prominent social critics challenge everything from government authority to COVID-19, questioning the...

The second volume of the remarkable diaries of Henry 'Chips' Channon takes us from the aftermath of the Munich agreement to the early years of the Second World War. This period of British history is...

Ice Me Out by Lexie Winston is a heartwarming and uplifting novel about a young woman's journey to reclaim her life after being forced into hiding. After a traumatic event, she was sent to live with...

Nurse Kitty's Secret War: A Novel Inspired by the Brave Nurses and Doctors from the First NHS Hospital It's May 1945, and the war is finally over. Nurse Kitty Longthorne listens to Winston...

The six children of King George V and Queen Mary all lived to maturity except for Prince John. Their lives were marked by both personal struggles and significant contributions to society. Prince...

Churchill's Shadow: A Radical Biography for Our Times. In this stimulating and incisive biography, Geoffrey Wheatcroft challenges the conventional narrative of Winston Churchill's life and legacy. By...

R Graphics Cookbook: Practical Recipes for Visualizing Data Winston Chang's comprehensive cookbook provides over 150 recipes to help you generate high-quality graphs in R, without needing to delve...

Bletchley Park was the top-secret workplace of the remarkable people who cracked Germany's vaunted Enigma Code. Nearly 4,000 German transmissions were deciphered daily by 1942, providing valuable...

Philip Sassoon: A Life at the Heart of Society At the height of British global power and influence, one man connected some of the most fascinating minds of his time. Philip Sassoon was a polymath -...