This edition offers a comprehensive translation and analysis of the royal charters granted to Jersey, enhanced with an insightful introduction and extensive commentary. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the historical significance and legal implications of these documents, shedding light on Jersey's governance and heritage.
The book explores the phenomenon of autistic burnout, a profound state of exhaustion affecting autistic individuals due to the pressures of navigating a predominantly non-autistic society. It delves into the various stressors, such as sensory overload, social communication challenges, and inadequate accommodations, leading to significant consequences like diminished sensory tolerance, self-care difficulties, and social withdrawal. The impact spans across the lifespan, influencing mental health and quality of life for many autistic people, with estimates suggesting over a million may be affected globally.
The largest collection of primary Isandlwana accounts, from British officers and men, colonial forces, civilians, and Zulu warriors who attacked the camp to deliver what was deemed a humiliating defeat for the British invading column.
The very idea of mental illness is contested. Given its differences from physical illnesses, is it right to count it, and particular mental illnesses, as genuinely medical as opposed to moral matters? This Element serves as a guide to these contested debates.
Even by Victoria Cross standards the exploits of Thomas Jones, V.C., D.C.M., known as 'Todger', are exceptional. In his mid-30s, and vastly experienced, he never rose above the rank of private despite showing exceptional leadership. This book explores his life in detail, including the single-handed capture of over 100 enemy soldiers on the Somme.
When introduced in 1914, the Military Cross filled a large void in medallic recognition for junior officers--the first men over-the-top when going into action. Here the author covers a diverse range of heroic Military Cross actions in exciting detail.
The Afterlife's biggest rock festival is interrupted when headliner John Lennon vanishes; now promoter Felix Romsey has to get him back
A compelling, fresh account of the battle of Rorke's Drift, featuring an array of previously unpublished material including defender accounts and artwork. The author questions what is widely believed to be historical fact and instead offers up his own interpretation of one of the most established actions of the hospital fight.
The book explores the historical significance of Jersey and Guernsey, highlighting their strategic roles for England during key periods. It delves into the islands' unique political, social, and economic developments, illustrating how they influenced broader historical events. Through detailed analysis, it reveals the islands' contributions to England's maritime security and their interactions with neighboring regions.
The narrative follows Clive Beresford, a disillusioned music fanzine writer in his thirties, whose life takes a turn after witnessing the dramatic downfall of his idol, Lance Webster, the lead singer of Thieving Magpies. Years later, when Lance becomes his neighbor, Clive's desire to connect leads him to devise a reckless plan fueled by alcohol, aiming for a life-reviving interview. Tim Thornton explores themes of friendship, idolization, and the transformative influence of music, blending humor with poignant moments as Clive navigates his chaotic life.