Amberley publishing okt 2021 (9 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A unique anthology containing over five decades of protest poetry.'i may have been born on 27 April 1994 - but i was never born free.' Mjiele MsimangContemporary poet Mjiele Msimang captures something of today's zeitgeist in his poem 'born(e) to the grave.' But what of the past half-century of protest poetry in South Africa, a rich tradition born in response to colonialism, and fed by apartheid and a faltering democracy In Years of Fire and Ash: South African Poems of Decolonisation, over fifty years of protest poetry are gathered in one single volume, bringing together some of the most remarkable and thought-provoking poems that have emerged from struggle. The animating impulse behind this collection of old and new voices is 'decolonisation', a term which has regained prominence over the last few years. It allows us to perceive how different South African poets have placed their work in the world, and how that work might relate to the struggle for radical social transformation.Compiled by award-winning literary critic Wamuwi Mbao, this collection includes established voices such as HIE Dhlomo, Oswald Mbuyiseni Mtshali, Mongane Wally, Serote, Sipho Sepamla, and Es'kia Mphahlele, as well as prominent contemporary poets such as Vangile Gantsho, Lebohang Masango and Sihle Ntuli.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - On the same day as the Pearl Harbor attack, forces of the Japanese Empire attacked the British Crown Colony of Hong Kong without warning. Philip Cracknell provides a research-driven narrative about the Battle for Hong Kong in 1941, which commenced on December 8 and lasted for three weeks until the surrender on Christmas Day 1941. Hong Kong had become a strategic liability, an isolated outpost. It would be sacrificed, but not without a fight. The main priorities for the British in Asia were Malaya and Singapore. The Crown colony was gallantly defended, but it was a battle against overwhelming odds. Crucially, as a resident of Hong Kong for 30 years, the author knows every inch of the ground. He challenges some assumptions, for example the whereabouts of 'A' Coy, Winnipeg Grenadiers on December 19, when the company was destroyed during a fighting retreat. What exactly happened, and where were the actions fought One can still see so much evidence, in the form of pillboxes, gun batteries, and weapons pits. Bullets and other relics can still be picked up lying on the ground. The defending troops mainly consisted of British, Canadian, Indian, and Hong Kong Chinese. Dozens were massacred, including more than 50 St John's Ambulance personnel--a grim pointer to the hell of the Pacific war that followed. Over the following nearly four years of occupation, an estimated 10,000 Hong Kong civilians were executed. The battle for Hong Kong is a story that deserves to be better known.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - - The latest title in Amberley's popular Paranormal series- Review coverage in local press and media.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Bolton has its roots in Lancashire where it was established as a textile town from the Middle Ages, but it was during the Industrial Revolution that it grew to become one of the major cotton manufacturing centres of the world. Engineering, paper making, bleaching, and dyeing followed, with thousands employed in the manufacture of textile machinery, steam engines, boilers, other heavy machinery, and tools in addition to the thousands employed in the spinning mills. As that heavy industry and textile manufacturing declined during the twentieth century, other more modern activities took their place and alongside the town's surviving historic and industrial buildings a modern town has developed. Colourful stories lie behind the face of today's Bolton, some of which are well known, although other events are well worth investigation. How exactly did the borough obtain a plentiful supply of clean drinking water during the period of its rapid expansion in the nineteenth century What birth pangs accompanied the move towards local democracy after 1792 How is one street linked to two aviation tragedies How did an American geologist come to make his mark and remain in Bolton for ever With tales of remarkable characters, unusual events and surprising locations, Secret Bolton will appeal to all those with an interest in the history of this town in Greater Manchester. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From 1978 onwards, during the period often referred to as BR Blue, Stephen Owens was able to photograph for posterity some of what he saw on the railway. Some might suggest that this was not a pretty sight; certainly nothing special. The period didn't have the interest of the steam era - how could it At the same time, it was an era when the railway appeared neglected and threadbare; it was being run on a shoestring, and it looked and felt like it. Be that as it may, it had its devotees and supporters.People seemed to instinctively recognise that the situation couldn't and wouldn't last. In a way it was similar to the end of steam: the clock was ticking, but this time no-one knew when it would stop, nor what would follow.With a wonderful selection of images, this nostalgic look back at the era of Rail Blue in northern England will delight rail enthusiasts both young and old.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Its farming and fishing industries yield an impressive harvest of ingredients, so it is no surprise to discover that Sussex boasts a rich culinary heritage. It was once said that: 'To venture into the county was to risk being turned into a pudding yourself'. Indeed, local cookery books were filled with recipes for dishes including Chichester Pudding, Sussex Blanket Pudding, and the intriguingly named Pond Pudding, which contains a whole lemon. Other local delicacies included Sussex Plum Heavies cakes and the savoury meat-filled Sussex Churdles.Today, the county's menus feature a tempting array of local dishes to satisfy even the most demanding palate, while looking back at recipe books from past centuries reveals how Sussex's fare has developed and tastes have changed.In 'Pond Puddings and Sussex Smokies' local author Kevin Newman highlights the county's culinary history and specialities, together with its famous food and drink producers, markets and food-themed events. Starting with an exploration of interesting and unusual Sussex dishes and drinks, as well as the people behind them, the book will visit wonderful watering holes and incredible eating places from across the centuries. The author focuses on the county's past and present food-themed customs and traditions, offers motorised and walking food and drink tours and investigates the stories behind many locally brewed beers. He also looks at Sussex cheeses, the variety of freshly caught fish and the locally grown produce.Discover the true flavour of Sussex, both West and East, as you tuck into this fascinating and delicious study of its culinary heritage across the ages. Illustrated throughout, this informative and engaging book will be of immense appeal to local residents and visitors alike. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Glasgow has long been an important settlement on the River Clyde but it grew rapidly in the 18th and 19th centuries to become one of the largest cities in the world in that period. The largest seaport in Scotland, it was a major city in the Scottish enlightenment and the transatlantic trade brought wealth to the city. At the same time Glasgow was becoming an important industrial city, particularly in shipbuilding, engineering, chemicals and textiles, bringing in large numbers of people. Although many were relocated outside the city in the latter decades of the 20th century, Glasgow's dynamic history is reflected in its diverse architecture and the heritage of its church buildings.In this book author Gordon Adams surveys the historic churches of Glasgow, outlining their story through the ages and picking out interesting features of each. The churches range from the elegant 18th century St Vincent Street Church, to the intimate Govan Old Parish Church with its unsurpassed collection of mediaeval monument stones, the unique Queen's Cross, the only church built by Charles Rennie MacIntosh, and many more gems.This fascinating picture of an important part of the history of Glasgow over the centuries will be of interest to all those who live in or are visiting this fascinating city in Scotland.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Newcastle, the largest city in the North East, has a long and proud history stretching back to Roman and Saxon times. Its position defending the mouth of the River Tyne gave it an importance in the medieval border wars with Scotland and by the sixteenth century it controlled the coal trade from Tyneside to the rest of England. The city became an industrial powerhouse in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, and the legacy of civic buildings, industrial heritage and housing can still be seen throughout the city. Today the city is as well known as a cultural and commercial centre as an industrial city, and its distinctive past and present-day identity is a vital part of the city's heritage.Newcastle is steeped in the supernatural and paranormal and many places both grand and everyday have rich and complex stories to tell. In this book author Steve Watson investigates the rich supernatural heritage of this city at places such as the castle keep, the site of infamous local gaols, and the nearby Black Gate, which has seen hundreds of years of the bloody history of Newcastle; the Literary and Philosophical Society, said to be home to sixteen ghosts ranging from a Witchfinder General to a little girl; the Tyneside Theatre and Opera House where a stagehand and a performer died tragically; the City Hall; and many more.Paranormal Newcastle takes the reader into the world of ghosts and spirits in the city. These tales of haunted places, supernatural happenings and weird phenomena will delight the ghost hunters and fascinate and intrigue everybody who knows Newcastle.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Century of Catastrophe is the story of a nation's fall, and the men who brought it about.It is the story of how ÆÞelræd the Unready's calamitous and vicious rule took England to the brink of collapse; of how Canute subsumed the country within a northern empire, which disintegrated under his feckless sons; of how Edward the Confessor's wise and prudent rule held the realm together for a quarter of a century; and of how William of Normandy destroyed its way of life forever. It is a story of conquest and colonisation, of collaboration and of resistance. It is a story of cowardice and of bravery, of loyalty and of treachery. It is a tragic story of lost heroes and lost causes.And it is the story of how Harold Godwinson betrayed his wife and his brother in return for the ultimate prize, and the terrible consequences of that betrayal for his country, for his family, and for himself. …