202 results for 'Churchill, Caryl'

Top Girls by Caryl Churchill is a thought-provoking play that brings together five women from different eras and backgrounds. The story revolves around Marlene, who hosts a dinner party to celebrate...

Churchill: A Comprehensive Biography This authoritative biography presents a detailed account of Winston Churchill's life and career. From his early days in politics to his leadership during World...

Churchill's Cookbook offers a unique glimpse into the culinary world of one of history's most iconic leaders. This collection of recipes, created by Georgina Landemare, the personal cook to Winston...

Churchill At The Gallop offers a unique perspective on Winston Churchill's life, revealing an often-overlooked passion for horses. From his childhood escapades with a pony in Blenheim Park to his...

Top Girls is a seminal play of the modern theatre, set against the backdrop of 1980s British politics. Written by Caryl Churchill, the play explores the complexities of women's success and solidarity...

Winston Churchill's life was marked by numerous close calls, and one man played a crucial role in saving him from harm. This is the story of Walter H. Thompson, Churchill's bodyguard from 1921 until...

Discover the remarkable life and legacy of Winston Churchill, one of the most iconic leaders in history. This biography delves into Churchill's early life, his time at war, his tenure as Prime...

Winston Churchill's relationship with Ireland has long been a neglected aspect of his legacy. Historian Paul Bew now sheds new light on this period of Churchill's life, exploring his early years in...

The Churchills: A Family at the Heart of History By Mary S. Lovell This richly layered portrait explores the complex lives of one of Britain's most famous families, from John Churchill, 1st Duke of...

Churchill and the Soviet Union by David Carlton This study offers a fresh perspective on Winston Churchill's complex relationship with the Soviet Union, exploring whether his views on the USSR were...

Winston Churchill: a man of unyielding courage and conviction, who stood firm in the face of overwhelming adversity. This comprehensive biography, written by Andrew Roberts, offers a deeply personal...

Winston Churchill towers over twentieth-century British history as one of its most iconic figures. This biography, written by acclaimed historian Andrew Roberts, offers a fresh and intimate portrayal...

Winston Churchill was a man of many talents and pursuits. As a young officer in the British army, he gained valuable experience in various parts of the world, including India, the Sudan, and South...

Winston Churchill's writings and speeches are a testament to the power of words, revealing his vision for the future and his personal feelings with remarkable style and thoughtfulness. This...

Winston Churchill: A Life in Leadership This comprehensive biography draws on a wealth of archive material from The Times and Imperial War Museums, featuring previously unpublished material,...

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...

Clementine Churchill: A Life of Devotion and Duty. Mary Soames presents a deeply personal portrait of her mother, Clementine Churchill, in this fully updated biography. Written with affection 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...

A century-old conspiracy is reaching its deadly conclusion. In 1920, Winston Churchill warned of a "worldwide conspiracy to overthrow civilisation", a warning echoed by President John F. Kennedy in...

Albie's latest adventure takes him to Ancient Rome in this exciting 10th book in the popular series. When it starts raining while he's feeding the horses, Albie is swept away to the past and finds...

Churchill and Chamberlain: A Study in Contrasts The reputations of Winston Churchill and Neville Chamberlain are among the most contrasting in history. One man is remembered for his leadership during...

Discover the witty words of one of history's most iconic figures, Sir Winston Churchill. This charming collection brings together hundreds of his funniest and most irreverent quotes, showcasing his...

Churchill's D-Day: The Inside StoryRichard Dannatt and Allen Packwood explore the events surrounding D-Day, one of the most pivotal moments of World War II. Drawing on documents and letters from the...

Churchill's Generals by John Keegan is a comprehensive study of the key military leaders who served under Winston Churchill during World War II. The book examines the complex relationships between...

The Churchill Infantry Tank: A Driver's Handbook. Designed to replace the Matilda II and Valentine, the Churchill tank was renowned for its ability to cross rough terrain and defeat obstacles. The...

Winston Churchill's financial life has long been shrouded in mystery, with the popular image of a wealthy statesman at odds with the reality of a life lived on a financial cliff-edge. This book...

Churchill as Warlord, 1940-45 is a vivid biography that offers a moving and dramatic narrative of crisis and fortitude. Max Hastings tells the story of how Churchill led a nation through its darkest...

Churchill's Legionnaire Edmund Murray is a biography that delves into the extraordinary life of Edmund Murray, Winston Churchill's close friend and bodyguard. In 1937, at just nineteen years old,...

Winston Churchill's tenure as First Lord of the Admiralty had a profound impact on the Royal Navy's role in Britain's war efforts. This biography explores how Churchill's leadership and vision helped...

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...

Churchill and Malta's War, 1939-1943 by Douglas Austin is a deeply researched account of the island's heroic struggle during World War II. The book draws on Churchill's official Malta Papers,...

Winston Churchill: A Complex Legacy This comprehensive Companion to Winston Churchill offers a nuanced exploration of the life and legacy of one of the 20th century's most divisive figures. By...

Winston Churchill's Finest Hour: A Reappraisal of Leadership in War. A new and dynamic assessment of Winston Churchill's life and career has been produced, challenging readers to reevaluate the...

Rosie Raja: Churchill's Spy by Sufiya Ahmed is a gripping WWII adventure about a young girl who becomes embroiled in the French resistance. When Rosie discovers her father's secret life as a spy, she...

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...

Winston Churchill followed his own star, driven by an insatiable desire to leave a lasting legacy. His path to greatness was shaped by the leaders he encountered along the way - friends and foes...

Ernest Bevin Labour's Churchill by Andrew Adonis is a major new biography that sheds light on one of Britain's greatest statesmen. Born into poverty, Bevin rose to become founder of the largest trade...

Winston Churchill is a comprehensive biography that offers a fresh perspective on the life of one of history's most iconic figures. Peter Caddick-Adams, a veteran historian, provides an in-depth...

Sarah Churchill had the Churchill Factor - a unique blend of determination and courage that defined her life. A woman with a career in show business and a rebellious personal life, Sarah joined the...

Winston Churchill followed his own star, driven by a desire for greatness and historical immortality. His actions as a soldier and politician were tempered by his writings as a journalist and...

Caryl Churchill's Plays is a comprehensive collection of her work, spanning over ten years and showcasing an impressive range of topics and techniques. This fourth volume solidifies her position as a...

Winston Churchill's first day as prime minister marked the beginning of a tumultuous year in London, as Hitler's relentless bombing campaign killed 45,000 Britons. Against this backdrop, Churchill's...

Winston Churchill: His Times, His Crimes by Tariq Ali is a critical biography that challenges the traditional narrative of Britain's greatest leader. This powerful corrective sheds light on the real...

Letters for the Ages: A collection of Winston Churchill's most intimate and personal letters, offering a unique glimpse into the life of one of history's most iconic figures.Spanning 90 years, these...

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...

Victory in the Kitchen: A Culinary Biography The life of Georgina Landemare is often overlooked as ordinary, yet her accomplishments and experiences were anything but. Born into the working class,...

Churchill in Quotes brings together archive photography and inspiring speeches, wry remarks, and cutting comments from one of Britain's most iconic figures.This collection celebrates Sir Winston...

Winston Churchill's most powerful weapon was his language, and this collection of thirty-three orations showcases his remarkable ability to craft compelling speeches.Spanning over fifty years, these...

Winston Churchill's experiences in the Islamic world began in the North West borderlands of British India, where he served as a junior officer and war correspondent. This early encounter set the...

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...

Clementine Churchill's life was marked by moments of great challenge and personal sacrifice. This biography presents an inspiring story of one of the most important women in modern history, whose...

Churchill's Wizards: The British Genius for Deception, 1914-1945The story of how Britain outwitted its enemies and won two world wars is one of cunning and creativity. By the summer of 1940, Europe...

Christmas at the Vicarage takes an unexpected turn when a festive party turns deadly. A murder is committed in the parlour, and with everyone detained at the scene, elderly sleuths find themselves...

Winston Churchill's words offer a powerful antidote to the stresses and strains of our times. This collection of famous and inspiring quotes showcases the wit, wisdom, and leadership that made him...

The Last Lion: Defender of the Realm, 1940-1965 This comprehensive biography spans the pivotal years of Winston Churchill's premiership, from 1940 to 1965. The book chronicles Churchill's leadership...

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...

Churchill and the Avoidable War: Could World War II Have Been Prevented?Richard M. Langworth presents a transformative view of Churchill's prescriptions for preventing the outbreak of World War II,...

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...

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 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...

Winston Churchill's Toyshop: The Inside Story of Military Intelligence The secret weapons developed by Department M.D.1., Winston Churchill's 'back room' operation, played a significant role in the...

Winston Churchill and the Conservative Party had bold visions for Britain's post-war future. This radical re-interpretation of British history reveals the imaginative and courageous plans they drew...

Pamela Churchill Harriman's life was one of glamour and intrigue, with a front-row seat to some of the most pivotal moments of the 20th century. This extensively researched biography, drawing on...

Winston of Churchill One Bear's Battle Against Global WarmingA timely and humorous story about a polar bear's fight to save his Arctic home. When Winston notices that the ice is melting, he rallies...

Churchill's Secret Warriors is a gripping true story of the top-secret military units tasked with stopping the German war machine during WWII. In 1940, Prime Minister Winston Churchill authorized the...

Exploring the inner workings of the human mind has long fascinated Anthony Storr, one of England's most distinguished psychiatrists. In this thought-provoking collection of essays, he delves into the...

Eight Days at Yalta: A pivotal moment in history. In December 1945, three world leaders - Churchill, Roosevelt and Stalin - gathered in the Crimean resort town of Yalta. Over eight days, they...

Churchill, Hitler, and "The Unnecessary War" How Britain Lost Its Empire and the West Lost the World by Patrick J. BuchananThis book offers a provocative history of the two world wars and the...

Jennie Jerome and Sara Delano: two remarkable women who shaped the lives of their sons, Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt. Born into upper-class America in 1854, they defied convention to...

Pamela Churchill Harriman's life was marked by glamour, intrigue, and power. Yet, for years, her achievements were overshadowed by gossip and speculation about her past. Now, for the first time, her...

Churchill's Desert Rats in North Africa, Burma, Sicily and Italy 7th Armoured Division's Campaigns, 1940-1943This meticulously researched book explores the early campaigns and battles that earned the...

Astonishing new history of the disastrous years leading up to the Second World War. On a wet afternoon in September 1938, Neville Chamberlain stepped off an aeroplane and announced that his visit to...

A powerful and evocative story of a young man's search for home in 1960s London, Another Man in the Street is a moving portrayal of loss, displacement, and belonging. Caryl Phillips weaves a striking...

If Lee Had Not Won Gettysburg A thought-provoking exploration of an alternate history, written by Sir Winston Churchill in 1930. In this fictional tale, the Confederate States of America emerges...

For the first time, the story of over 1,000 Spanish Republicans who joined the British Army during World War II is told in full. These men, who were continuing the fight against fascism from 1939 to...

Albie's room is a mess, but when a comic-book baddie steals one of his toys, he has to act fast. Join him on a thrilling adventure as he chases after the thief through a world of flying superheroes...

At ninety years old, Mary Soames reflects on her remarkable life, born into a world of politics and war. This memoir, A Daughter's Tale, takes readers on a journey through her idyllic childhood at...

Girls Can Do Anything! is a vibrant picture book that celebrates the unique qualities of every girl. With bold illustrations and lyrical prose, Caryl Hart empowers young readers to believe in their...

This collection of wit and wisdom features a unique faux leather binding with embossed type and illustration. It is filled with inspirational quotes, excerpts from famous speeches, and a brief...

A remarkable story of sabotage and espionage during World War II. In the spring of 1939, a top secret organisation was founded in London, tasked with plotting the destruction of Hitler's war machine...

Christine Granville's remarkable story is one of bravery and sacrifice. As a British secret agent in Poland, Hungary, and France during World War II, she risked her life to undertake daring missions...

The stories of those who died in action for the Special Operations Executive during World War II remain shrouded in mystery and intrigue. For many years, their fate was only known through the bare...

Colin Anson's life is a testament to resilience and determination. Born in Germany in 1922, he survived the trials of Nazism and went on to become an elite British commando.From his childhood as a...

Winston Churchill's six-volume history of the Second World War remains a seminal work on the subject. This first volume, The Gathering Storm, vividly describes the events that led to the outbreak of...

Far AwayA powerful exploration of humanity's capacity for cruelty and compassion in a world torn apart by conflict. Caryl Churchill, one of the most acclaimed playwrights of her generation, delivers...

Caryl Churchill's play Love and Information is a complex and dynamic exploration of human connection and communication. The story unfolds in a series of fragmented and interconnected scenes, as a...

The Skriker by Caryl Churchill is an extraordinary new play that combines English folk tales with modern urban life. Premiered at the Royal National Theater, it follows the Skriker, a shapeshifter...

Caryl Churchill's Plays Three brings together four distinct works that explore the complexities of human experience. Icecream offers an unsettling look at British attitudes to America and vice versa,...

This collection of contemporary monologues for women offers a diverse range of challenges for actors, from serious to comic pieces. Featuring works by award-winning playwrights, including Caryl...

Caryl Churchill's What If If Only is a powerful exploration of grief and mortality. A character, left alone, addresses an absent loved one who appears to have taken their own life, sparking an...

The Methuen Drama Book of Duologues for Young Actors is a comprehensive collection of scenes for solo performances, carefully selected by Anne Harvey. These duologues range from Renaissance to...

Yamaha TY50, 80, 125 & 175, '74-'84 Service and Repair Manual This comprehensive manual provides detailed instructions for servicing and repairing Yamaha motorcycles from 1974 to 1984, covering all...

Get ready for an exciting adventure in the world of weather! This fun picture book takes you on a journey to meet all the different kinds of weather that make up our world.Join in with the rhymes and...

Zoooom! Join us on an exciting journey into the past to meet the amazing dinosaurs that once roamed the earth. This fun and fact-packed picture book is filled with all your favourite dinos, from the...

Join a rocket on an exciting space adventure to meet all the planets of the solar system. This striking picture book combines STEM learning with a rhyming twist, making it perfect for all would-be...

Albie's trip to the supermarket is about to become the most exciting shopping experience of his life. With a trolley full of animals on his list, he's about to discover that this isn't just any...

Explore the wonders of our oceans and seas in this engaging picture book. Join the rhyming adventure as you discover the smiley-faced oceans, from the Atlantic to the Pacific and Mediterranean, and...

Peter Pan takes to the air on a dusky evening, inviting Wendy and her brothers to join him in a world where childhood never ends. This story of adventure and imagination follows the Darling children...

The Girl Who Planted TreesA small girl's determination inspires her village to plant a forest on a mountain, bringing hope to the community. Despite the challenges of growing trees, she perseveres,...

The Contemporary Political Play: Rethinking Dramaturgical Structure by Sarah Grochala explores the politics of contemporary 'political' drama. Grochala examines the origins of the contemporary...