This author delves into the inner lives of his characters through an engaging writing style. His works often explore themes of growing up and finding one's voice amidst a complex world. Through vivid storytelling, he captures the nuances of human relationships and the challenges faced by young people.
Provides the broad base of knowledge that is now required by all those working in the gold extraction and gold processing industries. The book bridges the gap between research and industry by emphasizing the practical applications of chemical principles and techniques.
Investigates Somerled of Argyll's emergence in the forefront of the Gaelic- Norse aristocracy of the western seaboard, his part in Gaeldom's challenge to the Canmore kings of Scots, his war on the Manx king of the Isles, his importance for the church on Iona, and his invasion of the Clyde which was cut short by his death at Renfrew in 1164.
Exploring Manchester's city centre reveals a stark contrast to the nineteenth century when graveyards were prevalent and easily accessible. The book delves into the historical significance of these burial grounds, highlighting how they have been largely erased from the urban landscape, prompting reflection on the city's past and the changes over time.
The narrative follows Joseph Marsden's journey from a Liverpool dockworker to a Royal Navy sailor during World War II. After surviving a devastating air raid and losing family members, he volunteers for service on his eighteenth birthday. Marsden experiences intense action aboard HMS Woodpecker, which is eventually sunk. After a period of rest, he returns to sea on HMS Empress, participating in significant operations in the Far East and witnessing Kamikaze attacks. His story culminates with his transfer to HMS Zealous in post-war Germany, reflecting on the war's destruction.
After the war ends, Ellie must care for her troublesome ward, Gavin, while fending off raiding parties and wishing to return to normal life.
This is the story of how, in 1808, the Royal Navy used its dominance in the Baltic to rescue the Spanish Army of the Marques de La Romana.
Between the end of Roman Britain and the earliest onslaught of the Viking age, a warrior dynasty claiming descent from Woden forged the first military superpower of the Anglo-Saxon world. For 200 years the kings of Northumbria reigned supreme. This history of Northumbria, from the "Battles of Kites and Crows" in the shadow of the Roman wall to the "golden age" of the Lindisfarne Gospels, draws on the earliest surviving sources. John Marsden is the author of "The Illustrated Bede", "The Illustrated Border Ballads" and "The Illustrated Columcille".
Just three months after Napoleon had expelled the British from Spain in January 1809, a second expeditionary force, under the command of Sir Arthur Wellesley, set sail for Lisbon to re-establish a British presence on the Iberian Peninsula.
The war is at a turning point. The enemy is growing weaker, and more desperate. And so is Ellie. As the conflict intensifies around her, she is captured and separated from her friends. Overwhelmed by all she has lost, Ellie wonders if she has the strength to survive the final conflict - and if she can live with the consequences of everything she has done.
'If only our country hadn't been invaded. If only we could have carried on the way we used to, watching other people's wars on television.' Ellie and her friends are more determined than ever to make an impact on the enemy. But the constant fighting is beginning to take its toll on the group. Kevin is suffering an emotional breakdown, and the friendship that has kept the gang together for so long is under strain. And while there is no time for love in a time of war, Ellie can't forget her feelings for Lee...
