European History

Combining in-depth research with access to documents only recently made available Tsar tells the real story of the last days of the Romanovs, Russia's doomed royal family. Lavishly illustrated, Tsar...

Paris and London have long held a mutual fascination, and never more so than in the period 1750-1914, when they vied to be the world's greatest city. Each city has...

An astonishing true story of mountaineering survival On 5 January 2003, former Special Forces soldier Ken Jones was caught in a devastating avalanche as he climbed in the frozen wilderness...

Never Say Never is an enthralling and surprising testament to new beginnings from billion-copy bestselling author Danielle Steel. Oona Kelly Webster is an editor at a New York publishing house....

Part love-story, part wine-splattered family cookbook, a delicious memoir for any woman who has ever suspected that lunch in Paris could change her life. Part love story, part wine-splattered cookbook,...

This is a description of England by the novelist Peter Vansittart, beginning with the mythical land of Albion, of Jack the Giant Killer, Arthur and Merlin. This idealized view of...

On 1 May 1915, a luxury ocean liner as richly appointed as an English country house sailed out of New York, bound for Liverpool. The passengers - including a record...

Every year over 5000 royal engagements take place around the world, from the Queen's famous summer garden parties to the mysterious world of the Privy Council and high-profile overseas tours....

Michelin's France paperback A4 atlas offers, in addition of Michelin's clear and accurate mapping, an enhanced view of your journey thanks to its scale 1/200,000. The route planner as well...

A culturally diverse, fact-filled, and gorgeously illustrated introduction to over 80 gods and goddesses from around the world-a perfect introduction to mythology for young readers. With heroic deeds, family drama,...

The MICHELIN Guide Spain & Portugal is carefully researched, with objective recommendations to numerous restaurants and hotels. Anonymous inspectors use the famed Michelin star rating system to create an extensive...

The Camping Car Europe will help you find all the best spots for your camping car holiday in 25 European countries. Camping Car Europe is your perfect travel companion to...

Updated annually, MICHELIN National Map Spain & Portugal (map 734) will give you an overall picture of your journey thanks to its clear and accurate mapping scale 1/1,000,000. Our National...

Fiable et pratique, l'atlas France 2022 Multiflex au 1/200 000 (1cm = 2km) vous accompagne dans tous vos deplacements. Avec sa reliure exclusive, cet atlas maniable et ultra-solide peut se...

(Edition updated in 2023), MICHELIN National Map Croatia will give you an overall picture of your journey thanks to its clear and accurate mapping scale 1/750,000. Our National Map Series...

(Edition revised in 2023) MICHELIN Germany Midwest Regional Map scale 1/350,000 will provide you with an extensive coverage of primary, secondary and scenic routes for this region. In addition to...

Michelin's Germany, Benelux, Austria, Switzerland, Czech Republic Tourist and Motoring atlas is the perfect companion for an enjoyable and safe drive in Germany and North East Europe. Convenient and easy...

Green Guide Italy, regularly updated with increased coverage and more photos, features the country's rich culture, heritage and history. Michelin's celebrated star-rating system pinpoints Italy's highlights, from the stunning coastlines...

Green Guide Italy, regularly updated with increased coverage and more photos, features the country's rich culture, heritage and history. Michelin's celebrated star-rating system pinpoints Italy's highlights, from the stunning coastlines...

Discover Paris by foot, car or bike using the updated Michelin Paris by Arrondissements Pocket Atlas #62 (scale 1:10,000). In addition to Michelin's clear and accurate mapping, this detailed, indexed...

(Edition revised in 2023) The MICHELIN Indre-et-Loire, Maine-et-Loire local map, scale 1/150,000 is the ideal companion to fully explore the doorstep of the Loire Valley and provides star-rated Michelin tourist...

Michelin local maps provide detailed coverage of Italy, perfect for fully exploring the country.

Covering the region associated with the Battle of Normandy, at a scale of 1:200,000, this is a reprint of the 1947 map. It shows the beaches where the historic landings...

What does it mean to be French? Is it pausing to enjoy a glass of good wine or a spread of cheese? A flaneur down laneways steeped in history? Knowing...

Peinao translates to 'I'm hungry' in Greek, which is how you'll feel flipping through this book. Whether you're cooking for a dinner party, breakfast for family, or mezze for friends,...

Discover Rome's incredible food through the city's stories and its people. The Eternal City is a maze of winding cobblestone streets, where ancient history waits at every turn. Within these...

Flemish painter Jan Van Eyck is one of Belgium's most significant artists, famous for his early contributions to the Northern Renaissance movement of the 15th century. His polyptych classic, the...

Genius, eccentric, exhibitionist: There is no shortage of adjectives to describe the great surrealist painter Salvador Dal\u00ed (1904-1989). Yet this iconic artist and controversial thinker remains a figure shrouded in...

This lavishly illustrated book contains a collection of eye-witness accounts by key figures of the period, with authoritative essays by leading historians to provide a fascinating glimpse into this dramatic...

William Marshal, born about 1147, was the son of a minor lord who held the hereditary title of 'Marshal', or head of the king's security. He became a knight loyal...

The Victorians gave us many of the Christmas traditions we enjoy today, from putting up Christmas trees to pulling crackers. This handy, pocket-sized colouring book embodies these customs in 45...

French Lessons is a beautifully illustrated guide to mastering French cooking from one of Australia's most popular and innovative chefs. Drawing on his training and experience in the kitchens of...

An accessible summary of current knowledge and approaches to English local history.

Winner of the 1999 Edgar Award for Best Biographical Work, this is "an excellent biography of the man who created Sherlock Holmes" (David Walton, The New York Times Book Review)...

Women's Holocaust Writing extends Holocaust and literary studies by examining women's artistic representations of female Holocaust experiences, as given voice by Cynthia Ozick, Ilona Karmel, Elzbieta Ettinger, Hana Demetz, Susan...

In the last year of the 20th century the celebrated foreign correspondent Fergal Keane set out for the BBC on a journey through Britain. After years covering the world's conflict...

New York Times Bestseller "Dolnick brilliantly re-creates the circumstances that made possible one of the most audacious frauds of the 20th century. And in doing so Dolnick plumbs the nature...

Where are the 5 best places to eat like a Portuguese? Which are the 5 best restaurants for Petiscos? Where can you find the nicest salons and barber shops? Which...

Marco Polo Pocket Guide Tuscany: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Explore Tuscany with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the region's...

For over 700 years, the title 'Prince of Wales' has been awarded to royal heirs waiting to accede to the throne of England. They did not always achieve it even...

This newly designed collection of adventures in Italy takes the reader to a land of magical extremes - of ancient verities and modern vitality. Sculptors, olive harvesters, art historians, and...

All over the world people associate the bagpipes with Scotland. In this informative and entertaining book Stuart McHardy introduces Scotland's national instrument - its history, development and repertoire - and...

'Adam Plowright's excellent book captures the strangeness of Macron's life' Evening Standard THE FIRST BIOGRAPHY OF EMMANUEL MACRON IN ENGLISH From total unknown to one of Europe's most powerful men...

In 1742, when the legendary dome atop St. Peter's Basilica-designed by Michelangelo-cracks and threatens to collapse, Pope Benedict XIV summons three mathematicians whose groundbreaking ideas spark a revolution in the...

Until his untimely death in 1991, David Herlihy, Professor of History at Brown University, was one of the most prolific and best-known American historians of the European Middle Ages. Author...

Society has never known what to do with its rebellious women. Those who defied expectations about feminine behaviour have long been considered dangerous and unnatural, and ever since the Victorian...