Peter Barton is a historian, archaeologist, and filmmaker whose work centers on uncovering and interpreting forgotten visual materials from the First World War. After eight years of research in the Imperial War Museum's panorama archive, widely regarded as key to a full understanding of the conflict, Barton has become a recognized authority. His in-depth research and excavations on the Western Front contribute to preserving and making valuable historical insights accessible. Barton's activities encompass not only writing but also producing acclaimed documentary films and leading projects to recover and publish battlefield panoramas.
This guidebook contains 52 day walks in Torridon, a remote and much-loved area of the Scottish Highlands. Based around Shieldaig and Slioch, the routes are split into 3 sections: easy walks, long and high level walks and mountain ascents over 2000ft including 9 Munros, and 5 outline suggestions for major ridge walks.
Travel Guide and Art Guide in one. Each volume of the Art & Architecture series is opulently illustrated.
A diversionary tactic from the Somme, the Battle of Fromelles was the worst-ever military disaster in Australian history, and is recognised as one of the bloodiest and most useless battles of the First World War. With the recent discovery of a mass grave and the disinterment of many diggers, it has now entered national consciousness in the same way as Gallipoli. Peter Barton's access to forgotten archives in Germany reveal that the Australian frontline troops gave away critical Allied secrets to the Germans. which not only led directly to the Fromelles massacre - but contributed to the failure of the Somme offensive as a whole.
Peter Barton's life exemplifies leadership and the courage to confront mortality with honesty. His journey serves as an inspiring testament to living fully and teaching others through his experiences. The narrative highlights his unique qualities and the impact he had on those around him, showcasing how his approach to life and death offers valuable lessons for readers.
The poetry of Peter Barton resonates with universal themes of longing and sorrow, capturing emotions that are both simple and profound. His work invites readers to engage deeply, encouraging multiple readings to fully appreciate the depth and beauty of his expressions. With a style that elicits approval from notable figures like William Carlos Williams, Barton's poems reflect shared human experiences that linger in the heart and mind.
Studien und Texte zur Kirchengeschichte und Geschichte/Dritte Reihe/Bd. 4/4 - Vom Hochmittelalter zur Reformation
