European History

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Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodAt the crossroads of an era defined by conquest, diplomacy, and the relentless march of empire, Milestones of History 9: Nations and Empires chronicles...

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Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodFrom the bustling medieval marketplace to the grand Haussmann boulevards of Paris, Cities & People: A Social and Architectural History chronicles the extraordinary evolution...

Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodIn the age when monarchs commanded empires and dynasties shaped the destiny of nations, Milestones of History 7: Twilight of Princes chronicles the turbulent...

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Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: N/APages: GoodThe skies over Europe became one of the most brutal and decisive theatres of the Second World War, and Air Battle Europe 1939-1945 chronicles the full...

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Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodBeneath the glittering gaslit boulevards of nineteenth-century Paris, a shadowy world of glamour, scandal, and calculated seduction thrived — the world of the grandes...

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These elaborate CAD-reconstructions, developed by Darmstadt Technical University, provide a representative survey of the architecture of synagogues in Germany before their destruction. What is more, they convey visual impressions of...

From the ancient world of Stonehenge and Had rian''s Wall to the glory of Blenheim Palace and the Tower of London, John Hedgecoe takes a photographic journey to some of...

The Battle of Britain presents in photographs the many aspects of the momentous campaign, from tactics, personalities, and aircraft to its effect on the lives of civilians. Lavishly illustrated, it...

The essential introduction to this powerful and captivating civilisation, examining the art and mythical creations that have long enthralled our imaginations. Ancient Greece celebrates the diverse, innovative nature of Hellenic...

Rome Precincts is your guide to the coolest places to shop, eat and drink in the city's 18 hottest precincts. From authentic trattorias and gelaterias to hip wine bars and...

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In the summer of 1944 Nazi Germany launched its terrifying Vergeltungswaffen (reprisal weapon) attack against the population of south-east England. Under direct attack the Allies responded. The Supreme Allied Commander...

This new edition of 'The Wartime Scrapbook' revives memories of this evocative time in Britain's history. Life on the home front revolved around rationing, blackouts, and air raid precautions, bringing...

This is an annotated translation of al-Tahtawi's "Takhlis al-Ibriz fi Talkhis Bariz", an Arabic account of a visit to Paris by a Muslim from the Near East. Its author, a...

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This book also provides insights into changes such as the dramatic global warming of 12,000-8,000 BC, and the way societies coped with their altered environment.

Simple recipes from tv chef, Aldo Zilli, allow the reader to produce wonderful, contemporary Italian food, without complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients. Aldo Zilli's food is full of robust flavours...

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There was a time when I thought eating sweets, meant gluttony. Until 1998, on the first of many journeys to what I wish was my motherland; Italy. Things were done...

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Richard Osman's globe-trotting series 'We Solve Murders' returns this September with the thrilling new mystery, We Chase Shadows. In the Italian hills, a body is found on the steps of...

From 1939 to 1945, the fighting troops' own daily newspaper Union Jack, and others such as Parade and Crusader, told the story of the war in words and pictures to...

The definitive biography of one of the darkest times in modern history; the twelve years when Adolf Hitler and his Nazi army ruled over Germany. This is an eyewitness account...

Follow the development, decline and later revival of Britain's iconic railways with bestselling railway author Julian Holland. Discover the fascinating history of our remarkable railway heritage through expert commentary, stunning...

The celebrated American food writer M.F.K. Fisher pays tribute to that most delicate and enigmatic of foods: the oyster. She tells of oysters found in stews and soups, roasted, baked,...

IN 1937, Charles Madge and Tom Harrisson created the social survey organisation Mass Observation to capture the thoughts, feelings and minutiae of individuals across the British Isles. At its height...

Berlin, 1920s: a beacon of culture and hedonism, but a political mess. The streets are crowded with war veterans, beggars, prostitutes and madmen, desperately chasing any means to secure a...

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A feel-good escapist novel about friendship, love and new beginnings. Perfect for fans of Jo Thomas, Cathy Bramley and Veronica Henry. Nicola and her friends are living the dream. No...

'In her debut novel, a historian of Vichy France tackles her family's real-life collaboration during the Second World War' - New Yorker Best Books of the Year In a grand...

'Compelling' Guardian 'Eloquent and comprehensive' Financial Times 'Excellent' The Telegraph 'Astonishing' The Times 'An eye-opener' Gavin Esler Until recently, Germany appeared to be a paragon of economic and political success....

Two women. An extraordinary power. An explosive bond. In a time of revolution, their fates will lie in the turn of a card . . . It is the early...

Tramontana is a culinary journey through Italy's northwestern frontier - from the sunlit coastlines of Liguria to the snow-capped peaks of Aosta. Following the ancient salt trading routes that wind...

'[An] excellent account.' - Richard Overy, The Telegraph Shortlisted for the Military History Matters Book of the Year Award 2024 A ground-breaking history of one of the greatest ever sieges....

A compendium of fascinating and evocative new writing on railway travel and history. Telling of little known journeys and uncovered histories on railway routes around the world - from the...