Epidemics and Society: From the Black Death to the Present (Snowden Frank M.)(Paperback)

Epidemics and Society: From the Black Death to the Present (Snowden Frank M.)(Paperback)

This sweeping, multidisciplinary exploration of the major epidemics since the Black Death reveals the impact of diseases ranging from bubonic plague to Ebola on both medical and social history and examines the contemporary question of our preparedness against the next generation of

France: A Short History - Jeremy Black

A concise history of France from prehistory to the present, recounting the great events and personalities and exploring France's cultural and political influence today. Artists, martyrs, kings, revolutionaries: France’s sense of national identity is inextricably linked to its dramatic history,

Anglo-Saxon England (Stenton Frank M.)(Paperback)

Discussing the development of English society, from the growth of royal power to the establishment of feudalism after the Norman Conquest, this book focuses on the emergence of the earliest English kingdoms and the Anglo-Norman monarchy in 1087. It also describes the chief phases in the history of

Alexander the Great: From His Death to the Present Day (Boardman John)(Paperback)

An elegant, concise, and generously illustrated exploration of Alexander the Great's representations in art and literature through the ages In this book, John Boardman, one of the world's leading authorities on ancient Greece, looks beyond the life of Alexander the Great in order to examine the

Climate and Society in Ireland: From Prehistory to the Present (Kelly James)(Paperback)

Can a long-term perspective on human adaptations to climate change inform Ireland's response to the crisis we face today?Climate and Society in Ireland is a collection of essays, commissioned by the Royal Irish Academy, that provides a multi-period, interdisciplinary perspective on one of the most

Rendezvous with Oblivion: Reports from a Sinking Society (Frank Thomas)(Paperback)

From the acclaimed author of Listen, Liberal and What's the Matter with Kansas, a scathing collection of his incisive commentary on our cruel times--perfect for this political momentWhat does a middle-class democracy look like when it comes apart? When, after forty years of economic triumph,

Perfect Heresy - The Life and Death of the Cathars (O'Shea Stephen)(Paperback / softback)

The Cathars, a group of heretical Christians from all walks of society, high and low, flourished in what is now the Languedoc in Southern France. Their subversive beliefs brought down on them the wrath of Popes and monarchs and provoked a brutal 'Crusade' against

Virusphere - Ebola, AIDS, Influenza and the Hidden World of the Virus (Ryan Frank)(Paperback / softback)

A virologist's insight into how viruses evolve and why global epidemics are

Finding Resilience: Change and Uncertainty in Nature and Society (Walker Brian)(Paperback)

Floods, fires, famines, epidemics and disasters of all kinds are on the increase, and as their frequency rises so does the call for greater resilience. But what does that mean? The word is used differently in psychology, ecology, economics and engineering and runs the risk of becoming meaningless

Black and British: A short, essential history (Olusoga David)(Paperback / softback)

From Roman times to the present day this is the story of Black British

Mirror Image (Steel Danielle)(Paperback / softback)

From Manhattan high-society to warn-torn France, Mirror Image is a compelling story about the mysterious bond between twin sisters. For twins Olivia and Victoria, their bond was mysterious, marvellous, and often playful - a secret realm only they inhabited. Shy, serious Olivia, born eleven minutes

Fashion Victims: The Dangers of Dress Past and Present (Matthews David Alison)(Paperback)

From insidious murder weapons to blaze-igniting crinolines, clothing has been the cause of death, disease and madness throughout history, by accident and design. Clothing is designed to protect, shield and comfort us, yet lurking amongst seemingly innocuous garments we find hats laced with mercury,

Literary Criticism Plato Prese (Habib M. A. R.)(Paperback)

Literary Criticism from Plato to the Present provides a concise and authoritative overview of the development of Western literary criticism and theory from the Classical period to the present day An indispensable and intellectually stimulating introduction to the history of literary criticism and

French Politics and Society (Cole Alistair)(Paperback)

French Politics and Society is the ideal companion for all students of France and French politics with a strong reputation for its lucidity and lively exposition of the French polity. This third edition remains a highly readable text and offers a broad, critical and comprehensive understanding of

Present Future (Perelmuter Guy)(Paperback)

Learn from the past. Understand the present. Explore the future.' . . . Present Future is a fascinating, expert look at the history of the key technological advances affecting life today, and preparation for the exponential leaps yet to come. . . . '-BILL MARIS, Founder and First CEO of Google

The University and the Global Knowledge Society (Frank David John)(Paperback)

How the university went global and became the heart of the information ageThe university is experiencing an unprecedented level of success today, as more universities in more countries educate more students in more fields. At the same time, the university has become central to a knowledge society

Permanent Record (Snowden Edward)(Paperback)

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Edward Snowden, the man who risked everything to expose the US government's system of mass surveillance, reveals for the first time the story of his life, including how he helped to build that system and what motivated him to try to bring it down. In 2013,

Permanent Record (Snowden Edward)(Paperback / softback)

Edward Snowden, the man who risked everything to expose the US government's system of mass surveillance, reveals for the first time the story of his life, including how he helped to build that system and what motivated him to try to bring it down.In 2013, twenty-nine-year-old Edward Snowden shocked

Bellman & Black (Setterfield Diane)(Paperback / softback)

A haunting Victorian ghost story of love, loss and the mystery of death from the bestselling author of THE THIRTEENTH

Postcards to Europe (Various)(Paperback)

From Paris to Prague, from the past to the present, authors and artists explore what Europe means to them - and us - in this unique collection. In these pages you'll find personal letters, reminiscences, poetry, art and brand new fiction from some of the most talented and important voices at work

How the World Works: The Universe - From the Big Bang to the present day... and beyond (Rooney Anne)(Paperback / softback)

History Smashers: Plagues and Pandemics (Messner Kate)(Paperback)

Myths Lies Secrets Uncover the hidden truth about history's pandemics, from the Black Death to COVID-19. Perfect for fans of I Survived and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales. During the Black Death in the 14th century, plague doctors wore creepy beaked masks filled with herbs. RIGHT?WRONG Those

Hiding From the Light (Erskine Barbara)(Paperback / softback)

A gripping tale of witchcraft and romance, past and present, from the Sunday Times bestselling

Death in the Clouds (Christie Agatha)(Paperback)

Hercule Poirot is travelling from France to England by plane. During the journey one of his fellow passengers is murdered - but which of the 12 people on the plane is guilty of the crime? What motive could they have for murdering an elderly lady? And, most curiously of all, why did nobody see a