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The book offers 50 profiles of diverse figures from mythology and legend, highlighting gay gods and goddesses, sapphic saints, mermen, legendary lesbians, and transgender pioneers. Accompanied by select black-and-white illustrated portraits, it celebrates the rich tapestry of queer identities throughout history, showcasing their significance and impact within their respective narratives.

Set during the early years of the Hundred Years' War, this gripping sequel delves into the lives of ordinary soldiers as they navigate the chaos and challenges of battle. Dan Jones, a bestselling historian, masterfully intertwines historical events with personal stories, highlighting the courage and struggles faced by those on the front lines. The narrative promises to be both thrilling and insightful, offering readers a vivid portrayal of this tumultuous period in history.

The biography delves into the complex character of Henry V, who, despite his brief reign and early death, significantly shaped medieval England. He was both a fierce warrior and a cultured leader, navigating the challenges of his time while achieving notable victories. The narrative explores his early life, his role in restoring England's economy, and his impact on foreign diplomacy. However, his conquests also led to long-term strife, setting the stage for the Wars of the Roses. This work offers fresh insights into a pivotal figure in English history.

Every good hero needs a villain! Explore the hidden world of magnetic and mysterious villains, often cast aside and misunderstood in tales of mythology and folklore. Through the pages of Queer Villains of Myth and Legend, discover a diverse community of fascinating characters, ranging from seductive and cunning to powerful and awe-inspiring.Experience the dark allure of Circe and Medusa through to David Bowie's Jareth in Labyrinth and delve into their complex and multifaceted personalities and motivations. Take a deep dive into the intersection of queerness and villainy, re-examine some of our favourite characters, and discover why so many 'bad' characters are queer-coded. From ancient mythology to contemporary pop culture, Queer Villains of Myth and Legend celebrates the fascinating stories of these often-overlooked characters. Join Dan Jones on a journey of discovery, as he explores the hidden depths of queer villainy and sheds light on the queer identities of these compelling figures. It's a powerful celebration of queerness through the ages in all its legendary complexity.

Christian Dior's era-defining designs and enduring legacy are captured here in more than 50 of the fashion house's most iconic pieces. Dior redefined what fashion looked like in the post-war age and demanded glamour, femininity and excess to be the order of the day. His vision for seriously structured corsets tapering to dramatically full skirts with pleats for days earned the title 'The New Look', and it really was. His garments spoke of hope and beauty and were crafted with the utmost attention to detail. This beautifully illustrated book charts not only the work of the great man himself, but also those who stood at the helm after him, including the inimitable Yves Saint Laurent and John Galliano. The House of Dior has dressed everyone from Old Hollywood icons like Grace Kelly and Marlene Dietrich through to fictional fashion icon Carrie Bradshaw and music royalty Rihanna. Style Icon: Dior is a wonderful tribute to the romantic, lavish and elaborate designs of a beloved brand.

The cat-tastic companion to Dogs Who Changed the World.50 awe-inspiring stories of cats who have altered history, inspired art and literature, reunited lost lovers, saved lives, or just ruined everything. These inspiring, humorous, heart-breaking, or just plain weird stories reveal why cats have earned their place as our weirdest, most endearing companions, and how our fascination with them is age-old. Along the way you'll meet Felicette, the first moggy in space; Unsinkable Sam, a sea-faring feline; Tama, the railway cat who saved a community; and Snowball, the crime-solving cat.Cats Who Changed the World celebrates the unique relationship we have with our feline best friends, from contemporary times to all throughout history.

Featuring 50 profiles and select B&W; illustrated portraits, Queer Heroes of Myth & Legend is a celebration of gay gods and goddesses, sapphic saints, misunderstood mermen, lesbians of legend and transgender trailblazers.

Shake, Muddle, Stir is a beginner’s guide to whisky and bourbon.Dan Jones teaches you how to stock your home bar, pick some of the world’s best whiskies and pull together your own infusions and syrups. Try your hand at classics like an Old Fashioned or The Sazerac, or modern hits like Bourbon Smash or The Rattlesnake.With over 40 whisky recipes, Shake, Muddle, Stir shows you just how versatile whisky is.

A whistlestop tour of 10 of the world's best dive bars, featuring a guide to how to create your own dive bar at home, complete with the ultimate karaoke playlist and 'dirty snacks', and recipes for 50 classic cocktails.

'A convincing picture of hard men in a hard time, Dan Jones' fiction rings with the authority of his scholarly history.' PHILIPPA GREGORY 'Absolutely fabulous. A raucous, swaggering charge through the medieval underworld. I had such a good time reading it that I never wanted it to stop.' ANTONIA FRASER 'Superb historical fiction as fresh, vivid and vital as this morning's h[Bokinfo].