MasterMind of Dunkirk and D-Day: The Vision of Admiral Sir Bertram Ramsay (Izzard Brian)(Pevná vazba)

MasterMind of Dunkirk and D-Day: The Vision of Admiral Sir Bertram Ramsay (Izzard Brian)(Pevná vazba)

The first modern biography of Bertam Ramsey, the man who masterminded the Dunkirk evacuation and the D-Day landings.This is the first major biography of Admiral Sir Bertram Ramsay in fifty years. Ramsay masterminded the evacuation of the British Expeditionary Force from Dunkirk in 1940. Initially,

Dunkirk to D-Day: The Men and Women of the Raoc and Re-Arming the British Army (Hamlyn Williams Philip)(Pevná vazba)

At Dunkirk, the withdrawing army left behind most of its equipment, yet only four years later, on D-Day, troops would wonder at the efficiency of supply. This book looks at the lives of some of the men who led the monumental effort which led to this result.The story begins in Victorian south

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay: A Story of Excellence - Gordon Ramsay

Arguably the best chef of his generation, Gordon Ramsay has had an illustrious career and built a global restaurant empire from London to Bordeaux and from Seoul to Singapore. But alongside these bustling locations, tucked away in a quiet Chelsea street in London, is the jewel in Gordon's crown -

Matilda & the Ramsay Bunch: Tilly's Kitchen Takeover (Ramsay Matilda)(Pevná vazba)

Inspired by the third series of hit CBBC cookery show Matilda & The Ramsay Bunch and the family's adventures around California, comes the first cookbook from Tilly Ramsay, including 60 simple, delicious recipes and nourishing recipes to make at home for family and friends - plus tips and tricks

George Jellicoe: SAS and SBS Commander (Jellicoe Nicholas C.)(Pevná vazba)

George Jellicoe, son of Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, commander of the British Grand Fleet at Jutland, was never compromised by his privileged upbringing. In this insightful biography, his son describes a life of action, drama, public service and controversy.George's exploits with the newly formed

Walking Your Octopus: A Guidebook to the Domesticated Cephalopod (Kesinger Brian)(Pevná vazba)

A beautifully produced and richly illustrated book that showcases the day-to-day adventures of independent girl-about-town Victoria Psismall and her pet land octopus Otto. Thirty panoramic, full-page illustrations humorously chronicle the duo's home and social activities that include (among other

Polar World - The Unique Vision of Sir Wally Herbert (Herbert Wally)(Pevná vazba)

A collection of Sir Wally's paintings, together with personal anecdotes of his experiences in the Polar World and his connection with the polar pioneers of the past, as well as his descriptions of the inspiration behind his

Countdown bin Laden: The Untold Story of the 247-Day Hunt to Bring the MasterMind of 9/11 to Justice (Wallace Chris)(Pevná vazba)

Following Chris Wallace's 'riveting' (The New York Times) and 'propulsive' (Time) #1 national bestseller Countdown 1945 comes a deeply reported, revelatory, and thrillingly told account of the final months of the hunt for Osama bin Laden. On August 27, 2010, three CIA officers ask for a private

The Silent Conversation (Ramsay Caro)(Pevná vazba)

When DNA evidence links a present-day murder to the disappearance of a young boy four years earlier, detectives Anderson & Costello are plunged into a baffling mystery. It's been four years since four-year-old Johnny Clearwater disappeared without trace one hot summer afternoon. Now, a new TV

The Life and Letters of Emma Hamilton: The Story of Admiral Nelson and the Most Famous Woman of the Georgian Age (Tours Hugh)(Pevná vazba)

Emma, Lady Hamilton, rose from poverty to become a media celebrity, and her relationship with Admiral Nelson, and her renowned beauty, made her the most instantly recognizable woman of her era, with the press following her every move. She was a friend of Queen Maria Carolina of Naples, longed-after

Soldier's Story - Neville 'Timber' Wood's War, from Dunkirk to D-Day (Wood Mike)(Pevná vazba)

'This captivating account . . . is the story of an ordinary soldier, but an extraordinary man. I commend this book most warmly.' Richard Dannatt, General The Lord Dannatt GCB CBE MC DL, Chief of the General Staff 2006-9 'The amazing account of a young man, Neville 'Timber' Wood, who, despite

D-Day: Before and After (Mirrorpix)(Pevná vazba)

D-Day was the pivotal turning point of the Second World War.The assault on the beaches of Normandy was an astounding feat of logistical prowess, technological innovation and heroism. Allied Command secretly planned an invasion of unprecedented scale by sea and air, which saw the tide of the war

Brian Froud's Faeries' Tales (Froud Brian)(Pevná vazba)

Following in the footsteps of Trolls, Brian and Wendy Froud lead readers deep into the world of faeries. Humans throughout history have always had special relationships and bonds with faeries, whether loving and helpful or at times destructive. This new book explores that complex relationship and

Aston Villa on This Day - History, Facts & Figures from Every Day of the Year (Beard Brian)(Pevná vazba)

Aston Villa On This Day revisits all the most magical and memorable moments from the club's distinguished past, mixing in a maelstrom of quirky anecdotes and legendary characters to produce an irresistibly dippable Villa diary. From the club's foundation by a chapel congregation to the Premier

Making of Dunkirk (Mottram James)(Pevná vazba)

A behind-the-scenes look at director Christopher Nolan's gripping action-thriller Dunkirk, which brings to life one of World War II's most pivotal

D-Day Then and Now(Pevná vazba)

This is the first of a two volume set exploring the inception, planning and preparation of the offensive to liberate Europe, Operation 'Overlord', culminating in its launch on

Tigers at Dunkirk: The Leicestershire Regiment and the Fall of France (Richardson Matthew)(Pevná vazba)

In this compelling new study of the disastrous 1940 campaign in France and Flanders, Matthew Richardson reconstructs in vivid detail the British army s defeat as it was experienced by the soldiers of a single battalion, the 2nd/5th Leicesters. These men typified the ill-equipped, under-trained

Even the Defeats: How Sir Alex Ferguson Drew Inspiration from Manchester United's Losses to MasterMind Some of Their Greatest Triumphs (Silk John)(Pevná vazba)

Even the Defeats is the story of how painful moments in Sir Alex Ferguson's early reign inspired him to lead Manchester United to some of their greatest successes. A heavy 5-1 loss at Manchester City in Ferguson's early tenure led pundits and supporters to question the Scot's position, but by the

Rosey (Rose Brian)(Pevná vazba)

The autobiography of the Somerset and England cricketer Brian Rose, the most successful captain in Somerset's

Churchill's Admiral in Two World Wars: Admiral of the Fleet Lord Keyes of Zeebrugge and Dover Gcb Kcvo Cmg Dso (Crossley Jim)(Pevná vazba)

Roger Keyes was the archetype of 19th to 20th century Royal Navy officers. A superb seaman, inspiring leader and fearless fighter he immediately caught the eye of senior figures in the naval establishment as well as the up and coming politician, Winston Churchill. The relationship between these two

Dune: The Lady of Caladan (Herbert Brian)(Pevná vazba)

From Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, Dune: The Lady of Caladan is a brand new novel in the internationally bestselling Dune series. Lady Jessica, mother of Paul, and consort to Leto Atreides. The choices she made shaped an empire, but first the Lady of Caladan must reckon with her own betrayal

D-Day (Brook Henry)(Pevná vazba)

The story of D-Day - the Normandy beach landings which saw the start of the Allies' major offensive against German forces - specially written for young readers. Includes photographs, maps and full-colour illustrations, as well as internet links to recommended websites for further information

The History of Torture (Innes Brian)(Pevná vazba)

Brian Clarke: The Art of Light (Clarke Brian)(Pevná vazba)

Gorgeous masterpieces of stained glass by Brian Clarke, the medium's leading exponent todayOver the past five decades, British artist Brian Clarke (born 1953) has consistently pushed the boundaries of stained glass as a medium, both in terms of technology and visual vocabulary. With major