Collection: Adult Non Fiction - History

A uniquely illustrated guide to the Second World War. Trace the epic history of World War 2 across the globe with more than 70 detailed maps. Includes a foreword by Peter Snow, broadcaster and historian. In this stunning visual history book, purpose-made maps tell the story of the Second World Wa...

"World War Two at Sea retells the naval history of the Second World War, covering everything from submarine warfare in the Atlantic to major operations in the Pacific. It features dozens of eye-catching naval photographs drawn from archives compiled by all the major fighting powers"--Page 4 of co...

This book provides inspiration for anti-colonial movements ever since, analysing the role of class, race, national culture and violence in the struggle for freedom. In this book, the author makes clear the economic and psychological degradation inflicted by imperialism.

What did English archaeologist Howard Carter say and how did he feel when opening the door to Tutankhamun's tomb for the first time? Which of Homer's footsteps did the German Heinrich Schliemann follow when making the dreams of every scholar come true by identifying the ruins of Troy? This book r...