Brenda Ralph Lewis is a writer whose fascination with Scottish history and culture permeates her extensive body of work. With a deep understanding of her chosen subject, she returns to it at every opportunity, with each exploration being a labor of love. Her writings offer an insightful glimpse into the richness of Scotland's heritage.
Using hundreds of extracts from his speeches and writings, this engrossing biography brings Churchill the man into focus. Honest and accurate--even about his misjudgments--it encompasses everything from his childhood, military service, and work as war correspondent, to his political activity, leadership during World War II, and role in the Cold War. His personal life is covered, too, including his marriage, children, and struggle with "Black Dog" depressions.
"When the men went off to the front in World War II, a huge vacuum was left behind in the family, in the workplace, and in society at large. Women soon stepped into the breach in the factories, on the farms, in transport and public services, as well as in auxiliary military services, intelligence and espionage. Women endured the hardships of separation and rationing, as well as aerial bombardment, arrest, interrogation and perhaps imprisonment in a labour camp. Socially, women gained new skills and acquired a new sense of freedom, independence and equality, which they would take with them into the post-war world. From a German pin-up to American photographers, from Japanese women's police to all women British orchestras, from Soviet women typists in the field to German pilots, from prisoners of war to secret agents, Women at War in World War II is a testament to these courageous and capable women and their experience, in both Allied and Axis countries. Included are first-person accounts, from the London air-raid warden to nurses caught in the raids on Pearl Harbor to flight technicians in Toronto." -- Goodreads.com
A military and social history of the Hitler Youth and Nazi Germany between the years 1933 to 1945.The author describes the corruption and training of Germany's youth in order to fuel and serve National Socialism.
Featuring more than 250 setts, Tartans is a comprehensive guide to the ancient tartans of Scotland and Ireland, along with many other tartans adopted by organizations and regions around the world. For anyone interested in tracing their Celtic roots or investigating Scottish clan tartans, this is the perfect pocket reference guide.
This book discusses the rise and fall, victories and defeats, leaders and subjects, of many diverse cultures, from the cultures of Greece and Rome to the cultures of Egypt and Mesopotamia.
Oliver Twist; or, the Parish Boy's Progress is author Charles Dickens's second novel, and was first published as a serial 1837–39. The story centres on orphan Oliver Twist, born in a workhouse and sold into apprenticeship with an undertaker. After escaping, Twist travels to London, where he meets "The Artful Dodger", a member of a gang of juvenile pickpockets led by the elderly criminal, Fagin.
Diana : An Extroadinary Life tells Diana's complete story from birth to her tragic death. With over 2000 colour pictures, newspaper cuttings, and even the original designer's sketches of the dresses they made for her, this is the Diana bible. Divided into four sections Chronicle, In Fashion, The People's Princess and the Princess of Charities the book covers every aspect of her life. Chronicle charts the childhood of a shy girl who became a princess, saw her fairytale marriage turn sour, then cast herself a new role before her final brief happiness, ended in tragedy. In Fashion reveals the secrets and inspiration behind the unique and widely mimicked style of Diana. It looks at the work of her designers and her instinct for style as well as her evening gowns, day wear, casual wear, hairstyles, jewellery and much more. The People's Princess shows the public face of Diana at state occasions, with the Royal Family, on tour at home and abroad and in her generous and courageous work with the sick and needy. Diana was also patron, president or active volunteer with over 100 charities. Princess of charities provides a guide to the many charitable organisations to which Diana gave her tireless and heartfelt support.
A highly-illustrated, entertaining account of English royal history from 1066 to the present that explores the scandals behind each royal dynasty, from the 'accidental' murder of William II to American divorcee Meghan Markle, highlighting the individuals honoured with the crown of England-and those unfortunate enough to cross their paths.