amberley publishing jun 2017 (9 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Experience the heart of rural England through stunning photography.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The history of Peebles spans nine centuries, so it is inevitable that there is a wealth of history in which to delve for nuggets of interest. David I of Scotland used to visit Peebles Castle in the late 1100s to hunt, the parish church of St Andrew was founded in 1195, and the town was made into a royal burgh by David II in 1367. The River Tweed did not have a bridge at Peebles until 1467, just a few years after burgh records were started during the reign of James II. In the sixteenth century, the town was surrounded by a wall with defensive bastel houses, remains of which can still be seen. The social history changed dramatically with the arrival of the railways in the nineteenth century as woollen mills took advantage of both the fast flow of the river and easy transportation of goods; the trains also brought flocks of tourists to the picturesque setting, establishing Peebles as a holiday location. Traces of the town's fascinating history are visible to the enquiring eye and local author Liz Hanson endeavours to uncover some of the secrets of Peebles.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Wars of the Roses were quarrels within the Plantagenet family, of which Richard's dynasty, the House of York, was one branch. They were about family trees - the capacity of family relationships both to unite and to divide - and notoriously about the slaughter of cousins, in-laws, brothers, and nephews. The House of York won the first war, with Richard's elder brother becoming king as Edward IV. The 1460s are about the explosion of King Edward IV's family - his brothers (including Richard), his wife and in-laws, and his own offspring - and end in a trial of strength between them. The 1470s are about a second explosion of the House of York, its division into separate nuclear families competing against each other, about the kings' preferences, and in 1483 a sudden violent resolution following Edward IV's death. Richard III claimed to be his brother's heir. The Yorkist establishment refused and shared in Richard's destruction. With the recent discovery of Richard III's skeleton, Professor Michael Hicks, described by BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE as 'the greatest living expert on Richard III', reassesses the family ties and entrails of his wayward and violent family. Many thousands of descendants of Richard's siblings survive, some more interested in their lineage than others, and the book will conclude with an analysis of Richard's DNA and his 'family' as it exists today.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explore Stratford-upon-Avon's secret history through a fascinating selection of stories, facts and photographs.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover the history of Leyland lorries, a cornerstone of British commercial transport.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The story of the groundbreaking Mk 1 Ford Escorts that changed motorsport.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A fascinating tour of Bristol's pub scene, charting the city's taverns, alehouses and watering holes, from past centuries to more recent times.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Appleby, Barrie (illustrator). Neuware - Discover the fascinating story of how spoken English evolved from the Roman conquest to the British Empire.Why do the English speak so many dialects How has history shaped the language we speak today In a Manner of Speaking answers these questions and more, exploring the beginnings of spoken English and how each invading force brought different sounds. From the Romans to the British Empire, uncover the evolution of the English tongue over time.More than just a manual on grammar, this witty and interesting exploration reveals why there are so many variations in spoken English, even in its country of origin. Perfect for language enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this book, superbly illustrated by renowned cartoonist Barrie Appleby, offers an engaging journey through the sounds of English history.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The south coast city of Brighton has long been one of Britain's most famous and influential places, ever since the Prince of Wales, later George IV, began to visit regularly, constructed the Royal Pavilion and thus encouraged its development as a fashionable seaside resort. Brighton continued to grow as a major tourist centre following the arrival of the railways in 1841, becoming a popular destination for day-trippers from London. In this fascinating collection of images from the Victorian and Edwardian eras, author Christopher Horlock shows Brighton at the height of its fame as the 'Queen of watering places', a time when many of her major attractions were built, including the Grand Hotel, the West Pier, and the Brighton Palace Pier. Brighton From Old Photographs provides something for everyone, be they long-time residents or first-time visitors.