Zulu - The Heroism and Tragedy of the Zulu War of 1879 (David Saul)(Paperback / softback)

Zulu - The Heroism and Tragedy of the Zulu War of 1879 (David Saul)(Paperback / softback)

The Anglo-Zulu war was one of deception, dishonour, incompetence and dereliction of duty by Lord Chelmsford who invaded Zululand without the knowledge of the British Government. This title looks at the most controversial and brutal British imperial conflict of the nineteenth

Washing Of The Spears - The Rise and Fall of the Zulu Nation Under Shaka and its Fall in the Zulu War of 1879 (Morris Donald R)(Paperback / softback)

In 1879, armed only with their spears, their rawhide shields, and their incredible courage, the Zulus challenged the might of Victorian England and, initially, inflicted on the British the worst defeat a modern army has ever suffered at the hands of men without

Crucible of Hell: The Heroism and Tragedy of Okinawa, 1945 (David Saul)(Paperback)

From the award-winning historian, Saul David, the riveting narrative of the heroic US troops, bonded by the brotherhood and sacrifice of war, who overcame enormous casualties to pull off the toughest invasion of WWII's Pacific Theater -- and the Japanese forces who fought with tragic desperation to

Zulu Hart - (Zulu Hart 1) (David Saul)(Paperback / softback)

For fans of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell's Sharpe series, thismasterful Victorian adventure set in the Zulu wars in South Africa introducesGeorge Hartpart British, part Zulu, all warriorGeorge Hart wasalways an outsider. Bullied at school for his suspiciously dark skin and lack of a father,

Forgotten Battles of the Zulu War (Greaves Adrian)(Paperback)

Sister Janet: Nurse & Heroine of the Anglo-Zulu War, 1879 (Best Brian)(Paperback)

Janet Wells achievements make for fascinating reading. She was only 18 when decorated for her nursing service to the Russians in the 1878 Balkan War. The following year she became the only nurse to serve at the Front in the Anglo-Zulu War. After a period in Northern Zululand, she was sent to the

Chaka (Mofolo Thomas)(Paperback / softback)

Tells the classic story of the Zulu hero

Movie Lover's Go-To Guide to War Films, Vol. 3 - The Anglo-Zulu War, Bosnian War, Anglo-Saxon Invasion of Land, and More (Rasmussen Dana)(Paperback / softback)

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. War films bring to life some of the most epic battles of all time. They provide an inside look at some of the most storied wars in history. In this series, read about the

Companion to the Anglo-Zulu War (Knight Ian)(Paperback)

Comprehensive historical companion to the Anglo-Zulu War, making this an essential reference work covering an extraordinary campaign.The Anglo-Zulu War was a defining episode in British imperial history, and it is still a subject of intense interest. The Zulu victory at Isandlwana, the heroic

A Frozen Hell: The Russo-Finnish Winter War of 1939-1940 (Trotter William)(Paperback)

'Masterfully recreates all the heroism, tragedy and drama of a campaign whose lessons deserve far more attention.' --General James R. Galvin, former Supreme Allied Commander, Europe In 1939, tiny Finland waged war-the kind of war that spawns legends-against the mighty Soviet Union, and yet their

Zulu Shaman: Dreams, Prophecies, and Mysteries (Mutwa Vusamazulu Credo)(Paperback)

Offers a rare view into the world of a Zulu shaman - Includes 14 Zulu myths as told by a traditional Zulu story keeper - Reveals Zulu shamanic practices, including healing techniques, dreamwork, oracles, prophecy, and interactions with star beings In this rare window into Zulu mysticism, Vusamazulu

Swallowing the Sun (Park David)(Paperback / softback)

The stunning new look for David Park Heartbreaking story of tragedy and of the past catching up with a father in modern-day Northern

Birds of KwaZulu-Natal and Their Zulu Names (Koopman Adrian)(Paperback / softback)

Cry, The Beloved Country (Paton Alan)(Paperback / softback)

Cry the Beloved Country is the deeply moving story of the Zulu pastor Stephen Kumalo and his son Absalom, set against the background of a land and a people riven by racial

Zulu War - Then and Now (Knight Ian)(Pevná vazba)

This work is one of the most widley known military campaigns of the Victorian era. It contains graphic eyewitness accounts from both sides and additional chapters cover what remains to be seen today, in museums, the battlefields, and the lonely graves of the

Colloquial Zulu: The Complete Course for Beginners (Sanneh Sandra)(Paperback)

Colloquial Zulu is an easy-to-use and up-to-date guide to the Zulu language. Specially written for self-study or class use, the course offers you a step-by-step approach to written and spoken Zulu. No prior knowledge of the language is required.What makes Colloquial Zulu your best choice in

The Best and the Brightest (Halberstam David)(Paperback)

David Halberstam's masterpiece, the defining history of the making of the Vietnam tragedy, with a new Foreword by Senator John McCain. 'A rich, entertaining, and profound reading experience.'--The New York Times Using portraits of America's flawed policy makers and accounts of the forces that

Wages of Destruction - The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy (Tooze Adam)(Paperback / softback)

Was the tragedy of the Second World War determined by Nazi Germany's terrifying power, or by its fatal weakness? This title provides an account of how Hitler established himself in power, mobilized for war - and led his country to

Zulu Rising: The Epic Story of iSandlwana and Rorke's Drift (Knight Ian)(Paperback)

The battle of Isandlwana was the single most destructive incident in the 150-year history of the British colonization of South Africa. In one bloody daymore than800 British troops, 500 of their allies, and at least 2,000 Zulus were killed in a staggering defeat for the British empire. The

World's War - Forgotten Soldiers of Empire (Olusoga David)(Paperback / softback)

A unique account of the millions of colonial troops who fought in the First World War, and why they were later air-brushed out of

All the King's Men: The British Redcoat in the Era of Sword and Musket (David Saul)(Paperback)

Saul David's All The King's Men is a thrilling history of the British Redcoat from the English Civil War to Waterloo. Between 1660 and 1815 British supremacy on foreign soil was near total. Central to this success was the humble redcoat soldier who showed heroism in battle and stoicism in peace,

Long Shadow - The Great War and the Twentieth Century (Reynolds David)(Paperback / softback)

A controversial and sweeping re-examination of the First World War and its enduring

The Anglo Zulu War - Isandlwana: The Revelation of a Disaster (Lock Ron)(Pevná vazba)

In 1878, H.M. High Commissioner for Southern Africa and the Lieut. General Commanding H.M. Forces, clandestinely conspired to invade the Zulu Kingdom. Drastically underestimating their foe, within days of entering the Zulu Kingdom the invaders had been vanquished in one of the greatest disasters

Beekeeper of Aleppo (Lefteri Christy)(Paperback / softback)

In the midst of war, he found loveIn the midst of darkness, he found courageIn the midst of tragedy, he found hopeThe Beekeeper of AleppoWhat will you find from his story?Nuri is a