Ellen Constance "Connie" Nightingale was a prominent figure in the movement for women's rights and girls' education during the early to mid-20th century. She held significant leadership roles as headmistress at Dr. Williams' School in Dolgellau from 1924 to 1940 and at The Mount School in York from 1940 to 1948. Her contributions to education and advocacy for women's issues have left a lasting impact on the field.
Where were you when the lights went out on 16th March 2020? And what were you doing? I was about to step out on stage at the Waterside, Aylesbury, as Major Metcalf in The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie. But then, with less than an hour to curtain up, the curtain fell. Who dunnit? Why, Covid, of course. The Write Escape takes up the story from there...
All the fun of Portico's bestselling Strangest series, now in quiz form!
English Rugby 101 is a compendium of fascinating facts, stats, stories, personalities and trivia - perfect for all fans of English rugby.From the very first Test match against Scotland in 1871 all the way through to the present day, England's rugby's rich history is distilled into 101 facts, stats and stories.
Welsh Rugby 101 is a compendium of fascinating facts, stats, stories, personalities and trivia - perfect for all fans of Welsh rugby.From the very first Test match against England in 1881 all the way through to the present day, Welsh rugby's rich history is distilled into 101 facts, stats and stories.
A curious collection of true stories from the stranger side of rugby, featuring the the Irish international who arranged his marriage so he could play against England, the team of football players who beat their rugby counterparts at their own game, and the day the entire Wales team was sent off.
The book explores ancient literary references to Sardis, an important city in historical Asia Minor. It delves into various texts and sources that highlight the cultural, political, and social significance of Sardis throughout different eras. By examining these literary works, the author sheds light on the city's influence and legacy in the ancient world, providing insights into its history and the perspectives of contemporary writers.
Delves into the history, culture, social fabric, internal politics and economy of Afghanistan. This title provides an insightful and informative account of this intriguing and backward country trapped between the middle ages and the twentieth-first century.
Situated less than five miles from the border with England, Kelso has had a lively history since the Scottish King David established a monastery there in 1128. It survived damage during the `rough wooing' of 1545 when it was stormed by English troops and suffered two major fires during the seventeenth century. The abbey was dissolved in 1559 and much of its land, including the town of Kelso, was acquired by the Ker family, under whose patronage the region has prospered. Today it is a pleasant, thriving tourist area. This collection of photographs from the late 19th and early 20th centuries provide a glimpse of the architectural riches to be found amongst the rolling agricultural countryside, such as Floors Castle, Springwood Park, the art deco Kelso High School, built in 1936, Makerstoun House and Kelso Town Hall.