The Geographical Pivot of History (Mackinder Halford John)(Paperback)

The Geographical Pivot of History (Mackinder Halford John)(Paperback)

'The ideas which go to form a nation, as opposed to a mere crowd of human animals have usually been accepted under the pressure of a common tribulation, and under a common necessity of resistance to external force.' --Sir Halford Mackinder at the Royal Geographical Society, 1904The Geographical

Northmen - The Viking Saga 793-1241 (Haywood John)(Paperback / softback)

A history of the Vikings that fully reflects the extraordinary geographical range of their activities, from Newfoundland in the west to Baghdad in the

The Pandemic Pivot (Feffer John)(Paperback)

Experts from the frontlines of global policy tackle the implications of Covid-19 Transformative change can come out of the COVID-19 crisis, which has exposed everything that's wrong with decades of the world's governments betting on militarism, competition and wealth creation. A return to sanity

Unlocked: An Oral History of Haden's Syndrome (Scalzi John)(Paperback)

Discover the history of Haden's Syndrome, the virus that created the world of John Scalzi's inventive near-future thrillers Lock In and Head On, in the prequel novella Unlocked.Not long from now, a virus will sweep the globe. Most will suffer no worse than flu-like symptoms, but an unlucky one

Daughters of Darkness (Ellinger Kat)(Paperback / softback)

The implications of Brexit for Northern Ireland are profound, given its history and geographical position as a land border with the European Union. Four decades of sectarian violence have been replaced by a period of sustained peace, economic growth, and development, yet the trenchant political

Stan Lee: How Marvel Changed the World (Mackinder Adrian)(Pevná vazba)

Discover the astonishing history of modern American entertainment, seen through the yes of a pop-culture icon who lived for nearly 100 years.Stan Lee: How Marvel Changed the World is not just another biography. It is a journey through twentieth century American history, seen through the life of a

A History of Florence, 1200 - 1575 (Najemy John M.)(Paperback)

In this history of Florence, distinguished historian John Najemy discusses all the major developments in Florentine history from 1200 to 1575. Captures Florence's transformation from a medieval commune into an aristocratic republic, territorial state, and monarchy Weaves together intellectual,

The Oxford Illustrated History of Theatre (Brown John Russell)(Paperback)

The Oxford Illustrated History of Theatre, an authoritative and lavishly illustrated new history, celebrates the stage's greatest achievements over 4,500 years, from festival performances in ancient Egypt to international, multicultural drama in the late twentieth century, and from Sophocles and

A Concise History of Hong Kong (Carroll John M.)(Paperback)

John M. Carroll's engrossing and accessible narrative explores the remarkable history of Hong Kong from the early 1800s through the post-1997 handover, when this former colony became a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China. The book explores Hong Kong as a place with a

Naming of the Shrew - A Curious History of Latin Names (Wright John)(Paperback / softback)

Concise History of the Arabs (McHugo John)(Paperback / softback)

New and updated edition covering fourteen centuries of Arab history, from the rise of Islam to the aftermath of the Arab uprisings. Well received this is an accessible introduction to the history of the Arab world for the general reader. Contains nine maps, glossary, notes, bibliography,

A History of African-American Leadership (White John)(Paperback)

The story of black emancipation is one of the most dramatic themes of American history, covering racism, murder, poverty and extreme heroism. Figures such as Malcolm X and Martin Luther King are the demigods of the freedom movements, both film and household figures. This major text explores the

Northanhymbre Saga - History of the Anglo-Saxon Kings of Northumbria (Marsden John)(Paperback / softback)

A History of Malawi: 1859-1966 (McCracken John)(Paperback)

This is the first comprehensive history of Malawi during the colonial period. Using a wide range of primary and secondary sources, John McCracken places this history within the context of the pre-colonial past. Central themes are the shaping of the colonial economy, the influence of Christianity,

Ethiopia and the Origin of Civilization (Jackson John G.)(Paperback)

The history of Ethiopia could also be called the history of humanity. The question is not if this history is well documented, but why it is not thought widely in schools. The time necessary to study the tomes that refer to the Nubians as the forbearers of our civilization is enormous. The world

A Short History of Ireland, 1500-2000 (Gibney John)(Paperback)

A brisk, concise, and readable overview of Irish history from the Protestant Reformation to the dawn of the twenty-first century Five centuries of Irish history are explored in this informative and accessible volume. John Gibney proceeds from the beginning of Ireland's modern period and continues

John Grundy's History of Newcastle (Grundy John)(Pevná vazba)

John Grundy, the North East's favourite TV historian turns his attention to the history of Newcastle upon

The Devil's Milk: A Social History of Rubber (Tully John)(Paperback)

A history of the modern world told through the multiple lives of rubber Capital, as Marx once wrote, comes into the world 'dripping from head to foot, from every pore, with blood and dirt.' He might well have been describing the long, grim history of rubber. From the early stages of primitive

Syria - A Recent History (McHugo John)(Paperback / softback)

An enlightening and authoritative history, explaining both the creation and unravelling of the current Syrian regime and the roots of the broader Middle East conflict. A rare and accessible guide to a complex nation. Fully updated edition with 5

Obliquity - Why our goals are best achieved indirectly (Kay John)(Paperback / softback)

Whether overcoming geographical obstacles, winning decisive battles or meeting sales targets, history shows that oblique approaches are the most successful, especially in difficult terrain. This title applies the author's universal theory to topics ranging from international business to town

Great Influenza - The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History (Barry John M)(Paperback / softback)

Churches of the Marches (Kinross John)(Paperback)

In this stunning, full-colour book, John Kinross explores the fascinating history behind the smaller, lesser-known churches of Herefordshire, Shropshire, Cheshire and the Welsh borders. Areas characterised by their rural beauty and agricultural charm, it is no surprise that they are home to such

Blood Never Dried - A People's History of the British Empire (Newsinger John)(Paperback / softback)

Lectures on the History of Moral Philosophy (Rawls John)(Paperback)

The premier political philosopher of his day, John Rawls, in three decades of teaching at Harvard, has had a profound influence on the way philosophical ethics is approached and understood today. This book brings together the lectures that inspired a generation of students--and a regeneration of