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Archaeology of the Land of the Bible: 10,000 - 586 B.C.E. By Amihai Mazar Written by a leading Israeli archaeologist, this is a thoroughly comprehensive overview of archaeological research in the land of the Bible. Ideal for students and anyone wishing to expand their knowledge of the background to the Old Testament. ISBN-13: 9780718828905

The Art of the Engineer By Ken Baynes & Francis Pugh Combining detailed research with extensive illustration, this monumental work of pioneering importance portrays the relationship that developed between design and engineering, from the Renaissance to the Industrial Revolution to the present day. ISBN-13: 9780718825065

Artist of Wonderland By Frankie Morris Extensively illustrated, this is an absorbing and insightful study of the life and work of John Tenniel, the Victorian political cartoonist who illustrated Lewis Carroll's Alice books. ISBN-13: 9780718830564

Bareknuckles: A Social History of Prize Fighting By Dennis Brailsford A fascinating investigation into the history of bareknuckle fighting, the illegal entertainment that gave rise to the modern sport of boxing. ISBN-13: 9780718826765

Before the Greeks By M. Chahin A heavily illustrated guide to the main peoples of the pre-Greek civilisations of Europe and Western Asia, from the Sumerians to the Egyptians, the Minoans to the Hebrews, and the Sea Peoples to the Persians. ISBN-13: 9780718829506

The Book of the Toad By Robert DeGraaff A fascinating exploration of the toad's interaction with humans, establishing the scientific facts about the animal and investigating its role in art, literature and folklore. ISBN-13: 9780718828417

Brewing for Victory By Brian Glover A lively and entertaining popular history of breweries and public houses in Britain, showing how brewers and pubs helped the war effort and maintained morale during the Second World War. ISBN-13: 9780718829285

British Sport: A Social History Paperback Edition By Dennis Brailsford A survey of the whole history of British sport, from the Middle Ages to the present. This account places sport within the wider ambit of British life, examining its social, political, financial and international implications. ISBN-13: 9780718829773

Burn, Holy Fire! By Jeremy Goring An account of the religious development of the town of Lewes in East Sussex, revealing in microcosm a social history of religion in England from the Reformation to the present day. ISBN-13: 9780718830403

A Century of Art and Design Education: From Arts and Crafts to Conceptual Art By Stuart MacDonald A ground-breaking study of the development of education in art and design in Britain from the middle of the nineteenth century to the present day. ISBN-13: 9780718830489

Cranmer in Context By Peter Newman Brooks An introduction to the life and writings of Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury, Tudor martyr and creator of The Book of Common Prayer. Incorporates a wide range of extracts from his correspondence, controversies, treatises and prayers. ISBN-13: 9780718827908

Cricket's Biggest Mystery: The Ashes By Ronald Willis A fascinating study of the origin of the Ashes and the early development of Test cricket. ISBN-13: 9780718825881

Dunstan: Saint and Statesman By Douglas Dales A first major biography of the 10th century churchman who was Archbishop of Canterbury for twenty-eight years. Dunstan's achievements are set against the social and religious background of the day. ISBN-13: 9780718827045

Edward Jerman By Helen Collins A study of the work of the architect and craftsman who built some of the most important buildings in the City of London after the Great Fire. ISBN-13: 9780718830380

The English Ideology By George Watson An examination of how the political literature of the 19th century sheds light on English parliamentary thought. ISBN-13: 9780718891565

English Interiors: A Pictorial Guide and Glossary By Doreen Yarwood Combined with a concise historical overview, this is an exhaustive, illustrated glossary of architectural and decorative features of the English interior from the 14th century onwards. ISBN-13: 9780718825430

Eternal Questions: Some Notes from Ancient Greece By Sylvia Moody A lively and concise introduction to the main cultural and philosophical ideas of the Ancient Greek world. ISBN-13: 9780718830786

Excavation in Palestine By Roger Moorey A general introduction to Biblical archaeology, aimed the general reader, the student and the tourist. ISBN-13: 9780718824327

Fiftieth Royal Tank Regiment: The Complete History By Stephen D Hamilton A comprehensive history of one of the most reputed and active tank regiments of the Second World War, from their formation in 1939 through their actions with the Eighth Army in North Africa and Italy, to their disbandment in 1946. ISBN-13: 9780718829384

Foundations of Progressive Education: The History of the National Froebel Society By Joachim Liebschner The story of how a handful of young women radically changed British education by following the philosophy of the German educationalist, Friedrich Froebel. Their efforts also led to the foundation of the Kindergarten Movement in Britain. ISBN-13: 9780718828356

The Four Oaks: A Biography of the Forshaws By Keith Chivers An earthy and often humorous portrayal of the Age of the Horse, focusing on four generations of the Forshaw family, pre-eminent in international Shire Horse breeding from the time of Waterloo until the end of the Second World War. ISBN-13: 9780718829179

From the Dairyman's Daughter to Worrals of the WAAF By Dennis Butts & Pat Garrett (editors) A collection of essays analysing and celebrating the development of children's literature from the 18th to 20th centuries, with emphasis on the role played by the Religious Tract Society and the Lutterworth Press. ISBN-13: 9780718830557

George Cruikshank's Life, Times and Art Volume I: 1792-1835 By Robert L. Patten Written in two volumes, this is the first documentary biography of one of the most influential British graphic artists of any period who, as a political and social caricaturist, was also a great commentator on his times. ISBN-13: 9780718828721

George Cruikshank's Life, Times and Art Volume II: 1835-1878 By Robert L. Patten Written in two volumes, this is the first documentary biography of one of the most influential British graphic artists of any period who, as a political and social caricaturist, was also a great commentator on his times. ISBN-13: 9780718828745

The Germans We Trusted: Stories Which Had To Be Told By Pamela Howe Taylor An inspiring collection of thirty six true accounts of friendships formed between German prisoners of war and their 'enemies' during the Second World War. ISBN-13: 9780718830342

Gilbeys, Wine and Horses: A Biography By J. Kidd The fascinating story of two generations of the innovative Gilbey family, well known for their affordable wines and spirits, and for their love of horses. ISBN-13: 9780718829407

Great-Grandmama's Weekly: A Celebration of the 'Girl's Own Paper' 1880-1901 By Wendy Forrester A delightful dip into the pages of the popular Victorian magazine for girls, including articles and illustrations, stories and verse, capturing the opinions and preoccupations of an endlessly fascinating era. ISBN-13: 9780718827175

New Title Hanging a Rebel: The Life of C.R.W. Nevinson By Michael J.K. Walsh This extensive study of the artist and writer C.R.W. Nevinson makes an important contribution to the understanding of intellectual thought and culture in 20th Century Britain. ISBN-13: 9780718830908

The History and Philosophy of Art Education By Stuart MacDonald An investigation of the development of art and design education in Italy, France, Britain, Germany, and the United States. ISBN-13: 9780718891534

A History of Celibacy By Elizabeth Abbott Written from a feminist perspective, this book is a provocative and entertaining exploration of both male and female celibacy from the ancient world through to modern times. ISBN-13: 9780718830069

Hogarth VoIume I: The Modern Moral Subject 1697-1732 By Ronald Paulson The authoritative treatment in three volumes of the life, work and times of England's greatest eighteenth-century artist. This first volume covers Hogarth's childhood and early career up to the painting of 'The Harlot's Progress'. ISBN-13: 9780718828547

Hogarth Volume II: High Art and Low 1732-1750 By Ronald Paulson The authoritative treatment in three volumes of the life, work and times of England's greatest 18th century artist. This second volume follows Hogarth at the height of his fame, up to the painting of 'The March to Finchley'. ISBN-13: 9780718828554

Hogarth Volume III: Art and Politics 1750-1764 By Ronald Paulson The authoritative treatment in three volumes of the life, work and times of England's greatest 18th century artist. This final volume focuses on Hogarth's later years and his growing isolation from his audience and a newer generation of artists. ISBN-13: 9780718828752

How Surnames Began By C.M. Matthews An exploration of the origins and development of the surname in Britain, and the historical events and social changes that influenced its evolution over the centuries. ISBN-13: 9780718891541

Inventing the Middle Ages: The Lives, Works and Ideas of the Great Medievalists of the Twentieth Century By Norman F. Cantor A collection of portraits of the leading authorities on the history of the Middle Ages, revealing how their varied outlooks and personalities shaped our modern conception of medieval times. ISBN-13: 9780718828738

The Language of Science: From the Vernacular to the Technical By Maurice Crosland A fascinating and highly accessible account of the development of scientific terminology, with particular emphasis on the systematic approach to classification and measurement that emerged during the 18th Century. ISBN-13: 9780718830601

Loss of the English Trader: RNLI Coxwain Henry Blogg's Toughest Mission By Cyril Jolly The true story of how the World War Two merchantman the 'English Trader' met her end at the hands of the sea, and how her crew were rescued against the odds by the Cromer lifeboat. ISBN-13: 9780906554067

Lost Literature of Socialism Hardback Edition By George Watson This controversial study of socialist literature, the most significant since 1945, considers the forgotten texts of socialism of the 19th and early 20th centuries, and reveals how socialism was often linked to conservative, racist and genocidal ideas. ISBN-13: 9780718829834

Lost Literature of Socialism Paperback Edition By George Watson This controversial study of socialist literature, the most significant since 1945, considers the forgotten texts of socialism of the 19th and early 20th centuries, and reveals how socialism was often linked to conservative, racist and genocidal ideas. ISBN-13: 9780718829865

Never the Same Again: A History of VSO Hardback Edition By Dick Bird The first complete history of Voluntary Service Overseas, Europe's largest volunteer agency. Entertaining and accessible, the story is brought to life through personal accounts by young people who have been transformed by overseas service. ISBN-13: 9780718829759

Never the Same Again: A History of VSO Paperback Edition By Dick Bird The first complete history of Voluntary Service Overseas, Europe's largest volunteer agency. Entertaining and accessible, the story is brought to life through personal accounts by young people who have been transformed by overseas service. ISBN-13: 9780718829766

The New Testament World in Pictures By William H. Stephens A major reference work that provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the Graeco-Roman world that formed the backdrop for the New Testament. Lavishly illustrated. ISBN-13: 9780718827014

Not Mentioned in Despatches Paperback Edition By Spencer Fitz-Gibbon A controversial, detailed examination of the decisive events of the Falklands war, focusing on the Battle of Goose Green and questioning the media's presentation of the heroic victory for the British. ISBN-13: 9780718830168

Pedal for Your Life By Christopher Portway A remarkable true story that weaves together the author's recollections of capture and escape in Nazi-occupied Europe with an account of a cycle journey undertaken with his son through the same countries fifty years later. ISBN-13: 9780718829469

The Penny Post By Frank Staff An authoritative account of the growth of the Penny Post from its local beginnings to national and international agreements. A fascinating subject of interest to the social historian as well as the philatelist. ISBN-13: 9780718828783

Peoples of the Old Testament World By A.J. Hoerth, G.L. Mattingly & E.M. Yamauchi (editors) A detailed introduction to the countries surrounding ancient Israel and the peoples with whom the Israelites came into contact. Winner of the Biblical Archaeology Society's 1995 Publication Award. ISBN-13: 9780718829537

The Plain Style: Protestant Theology in the History of Design By David Brett A short study of the effects upon design, principally architecture, of the Reformation and the associated rejection of imagery in worship. ISBN-13: 9780718830328

Playing Cards of the World: A Collector's Guide By Kathleen Wowk A scholarly but lightly written history of the playing card for the collector, emphasising the diversity of design and usage in different countries. Includes tips on presenting and preserving collections, and a chapter devoted to the Tarot. ISBN-13: 9780718824082

Shining Sands: Artists in Newlyn and St. Ives 1880-1930 Paperback Edition By Tom Cross The remarkable story of the colony of artists whose bold, vibrant style was inspired by the landscape and people of West Cornwall, and who gave rise to one of the most significant art movements of modern times. ISBN-13: 9780718829261

The Story of Quakerism in Scotland 1650-1850 By G.B. Burnet The fascinating and troubled history behind Scottish Quakerism is charted in impressive detail in this pioneering study. ISBN-13: 9780718891763

Such Silver Currents: the Story of William and Lucy Clifford 1845-1929 By M. Chisholm A lively and insightful biography of the Victorian mathematician and philosopher William Clifford and his wife Lucy, the influential journalist and novelist. With a personal reflection on Clifford's contribution to mathematics by Sir Roger Penrose. ISBN-13: 9780718830175

Take a Cold Tub, Sir!: The Story of the 'Boy's Own Paper' By Jack Cox Full of extracts and illustrations from the original issues, this is the definitive history of one of the world's great children's papers from 1879 to 1966, as written by its final editor. ISBN-13: 9780718825058

Tartans of Scotland By Ian Scarlett An illustrated guide to the Scottish tartan, including a brief history of the costume and a comprehensive listing of the major clans and their tartans. ISBN-13: 9780718819309

A Taste for Diversions: English Sport 1775-1815 By Dennis Brailsford An essential text for academics and general readers alike, exploring some of the most important years in the formation of our sporting heritage. ISBN-13: 9780718829810

Their Glory Shall Not Be Blotted Out: The Last Full Dress Uniform of the British Army By Olaf MacLeod A beautiful and permanent record of the ceremony, grace and dignity of the last of the British Army's full dress uniforms. ISBN-13: 9780718826734

Ugarit By Adrian Curtis An account of recent archaeological developments at the biblical site of Ugarit, aimed the general reader, the student and the tourist. ISBN-13: 9780718824570

Victorian Horses and Carriages: A Personal Sketch Book By William Francis Freelove From the Hansom cab to the brewer's dray, these twenty-seven sketches provide a delightful portrait of Victorian life and transport. ISBN-13: 9780718824488

We Etruscans: Old and New in a Forgotten Landscape By Anna Rist A fascinating personal account of rural Tuscany over the past 30 years, providing wealth of information on the art, history, politics and religion of the region. ISBN-13: 9780718830533

Women on the Land By Carol Twinch The remarkable story of how and why the Land Army was formed, and how women from all kinds of backgrounds helped with food production during the two World Wars. ISBN-13: 9780718828141