The Battle of Tsushima
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
The Battle of Tsushima is one of the forgotten actions of the twentieth century but it has a significance that is immense in world history.
Phil Carradice Books
Fresh perspective of Henry VIII, focusing on the turbulence of his reign.
A Hundred Years of Spying
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
The true story behind the secret agents who have captivated and enthralled generations of readers.
A history of the women in Hitler's life, a fascinating account of his relationships with them.
Cold War nadir: January 1968 and in Czechoslovakia the new Communist Party leader Alexander Dubcek has made it clear that this is the opportunity to loosen the Soviet stranglehold on the country. As the Prague winter slowly eases into a Prague spring, it really does seem as if Dubcek has judged it right.
The Cuban Missile Crisis
- 138 pages
- 5 hours of reading
How the world came to a within a hairbreadth of a nuclear conflagration. číst celé
Bay of Pigs
- 136 pages
- 5 hours of reading
A detailed explanation of the landings, relying heavily on first-hand accounts from the men who were there, on the invasion beaches. číst celé
Who are the greatest spy writers of the twentieth century? This book narrows the field down to Buchan, Fleming and Le Carre, including accounts of their lives alongside their books. Agree or disagree? Carradice makes his case!
The story of Owain Glyndwr is one of magnificent courage and sacrifice, of military and political success and failure.
Covers a much-ignored aspect of the First World War - how both troops and the general public were kept bolstered and entertained during the war.