30 results for 'Stevan Alcock'

Alcock of Salisbury: A Life in MusicThis biography tells the story of Sir Walter Galpin Alcock, organist and composer who held the position at Salisbury Cathedral from 1916 to 1947. During his time...

The First Crossing: Alcock and Brown's 1919 Trans-Atlantic Flight In 1919, two Royal Air Force officers, Captain John Alcock and Lieutenant Arthur Whitten Brown, achieved a remarkable feat, crossing...

The Greatest Air Race of them all. In December 1933, a group of young boys found themselves at the centre of history as they supported the competing air crews in the historic Atlantic Ocean crossing...

On 15 July 1919, a historic flight came to an end in Clifden, Ireland. Captain John Alcock and Lieutenant Arthur Whitten-Brown had completed the first non-stop transatlantic crossing, flying for 16...

On 14 June 1919, two British aviators made history by completing the first non-stop crossing of the Atlantic Ocean. This remarkable achievement marked a major milestone in aviation and has been...

Spring in the Sonoran Desert is a vibrant spectacle of life and colour, unfolding over four months. Within its pages, John Alcock reveals the intricate world of plant and animal life that thrives in...

Arthur's Britain explores the historical figure behind the legendary tales of King Arthur. Leslie Alcock examines the evidence from written and archaeological sources to separate fact from fiction,...

The Triumph of Sociobiology by John AlcockThis book provides a clear and objective analysis of the sociobiology debate, exploring how scientists study behavior in all species. Alcock confronts common...

A Brief History of Roman Britain by Joan P. Alcock explores the transformation of the island over 400 years, from Julius Caesar's arrival in BC 55 to the decline of the Roman Empire in AD 410.From...

Fighter Master Folland & the GladiatorsDerek N. James tells the story of Captain John Alcock and Lieutenant Arthur Brown, who made history by flying from England to Canada in 1919.This book explores...

Experience the nostalgic charm of American life in the first half of the 20th century through the lens of iconic illustrations from The Saturday Evening Post.This coloring book features 31...

Dining at Dusk offers a unique culinary journey as Stevan Paul takes you around the world, following the setting sun. You'll discover quickly prepared delicacies perfect for sharing with friends and...

For many people building their family through adoption can be a long and challenging journey. Stevan Whitehead's book tells the story of one couple who, despite facing numerous obstacles, ultimately...

Spot the differences in iconic covers from The Saturday Evening Post. This puzzle book features 25 pairs of colour reproductions, with the left-hand side displaying original art and the right-hand...

Alfred Hitchcock's films are renowned for their blend of familiar themes and stylistic ingenuity. This unique approach became known as 'Hitchcockian'. HITCHOLOGY explores how Hitchcock used narrative...

Tracing History Through Title Deeds: A Guide for Family and Local Historians Nat Alcock's handbook offers a unique insight into property title deeds, revealing their significance as a source of...

Allen Ginsberg's Revolutionary Poetry from Madness A groundbreaking exploration of how poet Allen Ginsberg transformed experiences of mental illness and madness into powerful poetry. This book...

The history of football as we know it today was founded at the end of the nineteenth century. This comprehensive guide explores the evolution of the sport in England, tracing its roots back to at...

Denis Brenan Bullen was a figure of controversy in Cork's medical history during the first two-thirds of the 19th century. His teenage involvement in a dispute with John Woodroffe, surgeon at the...

Rethinking Play as Pedagogy by Sophie Alcock and Nicola Stobbs offers a fresh perspective on play as a purposeful pedagogy. This essential text explores how play can be defined, encouraged, and...

Would You Believe It? Mysterious Tales from People You'd Least Expect by Karen Stollznow. This collection features personal stories and experiences of the mysterious, as told by individuals you might...

The Riddler: Year One Paul Dano brings to life the complex and terrifying villain known as the Riddler, a man whose motivations are both deeply personal and utterly ruthless. This gripping story...

Study as a Mathematics Major: A Practical Guide Lara Alcock's comprehensive guide is essential reading for any mathematics major. Upper-level mathematics requires more than just independent study and...

Sherlock Holmes and the Birth of the Ashes is a gripping tale that weaves together suspense, tension, and villainy with the thrilling world of cricket. In 1882, at The Oval, two cricketing giants...

Evolutionary Quantitative Genetics by Stevan J. Arnold provides a comprehensive framework for understanding how natural selection and genetic variation drive adaptive evolution. This accessible...

Food in Roman Britain explores the diverse range of foods consumed by people living in Roman Britain. Contrary to popular assumptions based on Apicius' cookery book, Dr Alcock draws on archaeological...

In an alternate history of London, Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson investigate a series of gruesome cases involving clockwork automatons, a monstrous beast killed in an opium den, and the mysterious...

Stevan Davies presents a fresh perspective on the origins of Christianity, challenging traditional views that Jesus' teachings initiated the Christian movement. Instead, he argues that the Holy...

The Secret Book of John: Annotated & Explained is an ancient Gnostic text that offers guidance for your own spiritual journey. Part of the Nag Hammadi library, this central myth tells the story of...

Cultural Encounters on China's Ethnic Frontiers by Stevan Harrell provides rich insights into the complex interactions between China's diverse ethnic groups and the Han Chinese majority. This book...