A story of one man's rise from poverty to wealth and back again.
Stephen Basdeo Books
The Secret History of the Court of England
- 360 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The Scandalous History that the Georgians didn't want you to see.
The Bestselling Author of Victorian England
- 232 pages
- 9 hours of reading
This book provides a biography of Reynolds and reproduces his editorials from Reynolds's Political Instructor as well as excerpts from his fiction.
Heroes and Villains of the British Empire
- 232 pages
- 9 hours of reading
A cultural history of heroes, adventurers, and explorers from the age when Britannia ruled the waves. A history of Victorian literature and the nineteenth-century publishing industry.
This book offers a witty examination of the contemporary tendency to transform serious issues into comedic material. Through sharp observations and clever anecdotes, it explores the implications of this trend on society and culture, questioning the balance between humor and sensitivity. The author challenges readers to consider the impact of laughing at serious topics and invites reflection on the boundaries of comedy, making it both an entertaining and thought-provoking read.
Pandemic Obsession
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
The perfect resource for students of medical history and anyone with a general interest in the history of pandemics.
English Rebels and Revolutionaries
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Biographies of famous English rebels and revolutionaries from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.