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Give Up the Dead - C. B. Hanley - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Give Up the Dead - C. B. Hanley - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

''And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them; and they were judged every man according to their works’ Book of Revelation, 20:13 1217: Commoner-turned-earl’s-man Edwin Weaver joins the earl’s army as it marches for the Kent coast to defend the realm against an invading French fleet. But when a series of accidents puts the earl’s life in danger, he soon realises that the enemy is closer at hand. Before he can solve the mystery, however, Edwin finds he must face a double horror: not only a bloody battle, but one that will take place on the high seas. As the bodies pile up, Edwin discovers that it is not just the French who are trying to kill him . . . The fifth book in a thrilling series of mediaeval mysteries by C.B. Hanley.

DKK 112.00
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Making up the Numbers - Dan Boyle - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Making up the Numbers - Dan Boyle - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

At a time when global politics is being reshaped, the accountability of those we put in power has never been more vital. In Making Up the Numbers , Dan Boyle, former chairman of the Green Party, applies his first-hand experience of non-traditional politics in Ireland to assess the role of minor parties in government and in coalition. This book is an essential contribution to our understanding of the ‘others’ vote in Irish politics.

DKK 198.00
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Growing Up in Sussex - Gerry Wells - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Growing Up in Sussex - Gerry Wells - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

This compelling memoir starts with a boy''s journey through the early years of the 1930s: days of the rag and bone man, street lamplighters, Hercule Poirot, and in the background, Hitler. Then life gets real: at school where cane and cricket bat rule and where the mustard sandwich fills a hungry corner, and even more real with army call-up and training. Then, in 1944/45, comes the crunch of combat in Operation Overlord - a boy''s growing-up time. And after all that, with his ears still ringing a bit, comes the blessed call of demob and a taste of new delights: days of farming and finding a woman daft enough to marry him before settling on a farm to start his life as a man. In this nostalgic book evoking recollections of childhood and wartime in Sussex, the memories are the author''s, however the sights and events are those that will be remembered by many others, and readers will warm to the narrator, who has found the perfect balance of humour and sensitivity.

DKK 147.00
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Growing Up in Wartime Uxbridge - James Skinner - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Growing Up in Wartime Uxbridge - James Skinner - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

From a child''s viewpoint, the pre-war years of the 1930s were full of carefree, halcyon days when the sun always used to shine; but for many people the 1930s were, regrettably, quite the opposite. In this book all aspects from pre-war to post-war Uxbridge are covered, including street scenes, schools, buildings, transport, leisure and entertainment, and personalities. The book will also be of interest to younger generations growing up in Uxbridge and to those who wish to learn more about the history of the area.

DKK 147.00
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You Must Stand Up - Amanda Becker - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

You Must Stand Up - Amanda Becker - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

THE INSPIRING, ON-THE-GROUND STORY OF THE RISING GRASSROOTS LEADERS IN THE ABORTION RIGHTS MOVEMENT DURING THE PIVOTAL FIRST YEAR AFTER DOBBS When the Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to abortion care by way of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization , the country was thrown into chaos. Abortion providers and their patients faced sudden closures, new restrictions, and rapidly changing rules as nearly half of the states moved quickly to ban or severely curtail abortion access. Against this backdrop, an army of healthcare providers, lawyers, activists, and everyday people mobilised to protect what a majority of Americans want: legal abortion. In You Must Stand Up , veteran political correspondent and Nieman Fellow Amanda Becker provides a real-time portrait of the creative resistance that unfolded in America’s first year without the protections of Roe v. Wade . Amid daily shifts in healthcare access, new legal battles coming before partisan courts, and up-for-grabs state constitutions, Becker follows the leaders figuring out how to best meet these challenges: doctors and staffers turning to new financial and medical models to remain open and provide abortions; volunteers campaigning against anti-abortion ballot initiatives; and medical students fighting to learn to provide what can be lifesaving care. In depicting the splintered reality of post- Dobbs America, and in revealing the creative strategies Americans have developed at every level to protect their constitutional rights, for oneself and for each other, Becker ultimately shows how outrage can beget hope, and give rise to a new movement.

DKK 211.00
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Voices of Chalford, Bisley and Bussage - Tamsin Treverton Jones - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Voices of Chalford, Bisley and Bussage - Tamsin Treverton Jones - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

This fascinating book brings together the personal memories of people who lived and grew up in Chalford, Chalford Hill, France Lynch, Eastcombe, Bussage, Brownshill and Bisley during the last century. Reminiscences range from childhood games, working days and memories of the war years, to shops, transport and some of the local characters. Some contributors recall the donkeys that used to pull the barges along the Thames & Severn Canal, while others recount working life in the mills around Chalford . The stories are complemented by over 100 photographs drawn from the private collections of the contributors. This is community history at its best.

DKK 159.00
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Signal Box Coming Up, Sir! - Geoff Body - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Signal Box Coming Up, Sir! - Geoff Body - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

There’s never a dull moment in this entertaining collection of experiences as Geoff Body and Bill Parker present often hilarious highlights from the careers of railwaymen around Britain over the last fifty years. Featuring daring robberies, royal visits, lost passengers, bomb scares, coffins, circus trains and ladies of the night, it chronicles both successes and disasters, with accounts of moving a farm and a circus, 245 miles of marooned railway, footplate adventures, animal capers and many equally fascinating subjects. Geoff Body and Bill Parker both enjoyed long careers on the railways and they have brought together this assortment of memories from all parts of the country. Signal Box Coming Up, Sir! is an entertaining and instructive journey for anyone with an interest in life on the railways.

DKK 155.00
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Suffolk Ghost Tales - Cherry Wilkinson - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Suffolk Ghost Tales - Cherry Wilkinson - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Suffolk – a peaceful, rural county with big skies, rolling fi elds, unspoilt beaches, quaint towns and villages. But all is not as quiet as it seems. Could that be the eerie clanking of gibbet chains at the crossroads? Did you see a desolate face at an upper window or a spectral white form lurking in the hedgerow? Cats are not always lucky – and beware a north Suffolk Broad in the still, small hours of Midsummer Night . . . Kirsty Hartsiotis and Cherry Wilkinson retell, with spine-chilling freshness, thirty fabulous ghost tales from all corners of this beguiling county. So pull up a chair, stoke the fire and prepare to see its gentle landscape in a new light.

DKK 139.00
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The Official Warrington Wolves Miscellany - Gary Slater - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

The Official Warrington Wolves Miscellany - Gary Slater - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

The Warrington Wolves Miscellany is the definitive set text for every fan of the world famous Wire. Packed with facts, fun, gossip, nostalgia and conjecture, it looks back over 135 years of glorious history to celebrate the personalities, victories and controversies of the sport’s biggest name. Handily pocket-sized to pull out in the middle of those pub arguments over who was the fastest, dirtiest or biggest, this book will not only tell you who scored the most tries, kicked the most goals or won the most trophies, but also who earned the most red cards, which former player still haunts the town and who was sent off twice in one match. Put down your pie and pick up a copy.

DKK 125.00
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Mayo Folk Tales - Tony Locke - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Mayo Folk Tales - Tony Locke - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Those magic words ‘Once upon a time’ have been spoken around the flickering flame of the turf fire by storytellers for thousands of years. In this book, author Tony Locke has gathered together the rich tapestry of stories that make up the folklore, myth and legend of County Mayo. This book will take you on a journey through the rugged landscape of the west coast of Ireland, to its holy mountain, Croagh Patrick, and across the foaming waters of Clew Bay. Here you will read of Gráinne Ní Mháille, the Pirate Queen, the spectre known as the Fír Gorta who roamed the famine villages of west Mayo, the monsters that inhabit the deep waters of Lough Mask and the Matchstick Man of Straide. You will also read of the Love Flower and two young lovers, the land of eternal youth that is Tír na nÓg and the night of the Big Wind. So why not pull up a chair and sit awhile? You know you’re never too old for a story.

DKK 139.00
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Irish Ghost Tales - Tony Locke - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Irish Ghost Tales - Tony Locke - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Do ghosts exist, do supernatural beings walk the land and do creatures linger in the shadows. Are legends of blood-sucking creatures based on some truth found on the edges of reality? Within these pages Tony Locke will take you on a journey through the magical land of Erin. You will explore castles and graveyards, and be introduced to banshees, warlocks, spectres, poltergeists and the Undead. You will read about the spirit of a child that possesses a doll, the vengeful druid who guards a tomb and the ghost of a cannibal woman who enjoyed eating children. Based on the myths and legends of Ireland, these tales have been collected and retold by professional storyteller Tony Locke. So why not pull up a chair and sit awhile? You know you’re never too old for a story.

DKK 155.00
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From a Gin Palace to a King's Palace - David John Hindle - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

From a Gin Palace to a King's Palace - David John Hindle - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

This witty, warm and altogether delightful look at the history of music hall in Preston will fascinate lovers of musical history everywhere. Travelling from back-street alehouses to palatial theatres and featuring internationally recognised stars of the genre and some unusual local acts - including a very well received lecture on ''the joy of oysters'' - this is a must for anyone who has ever felt the pull of the stage.

DKK 141.00
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Digging Up the Past - John Collis - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Digging Up the Past - John Collis - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

This concise and fully illustrated introduction to methods of excavation describes a technique that is essential for all kinds of archaeology. It presents new ideas on excavation techniques and challenges traditional approaches to site organisation and recording. John Collis uses his 40 years of excavation experience to recommend practical solutions to problems, and considers the impact of computerisation and other technical innovations. He also describes the history and development of archaeological excavation which provides a background to the methods employed today. This practical common sense guide should find a place on the bookshelf of everyone who practices archaeology on a professional or amateur basis, and is illuminating reading for anyone who wants to understand how archaeologists can recover the past by digging in the soil.

DKK 161.00
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Growing Up in Cambridge - Alec Forshaw - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Growing Up in Cambridge - Alec Forshaw - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

It is said that, however long you live, and however far you travel, the streets and fields where you played as a child will always be home to you. So Cambridge is for Alec Forshaw. This is a story of a childhood in Cambridge in the 1950s and ''60s, followed by three undergraduate years and three decades of frequent and regular visits until the ties of the parental home were broken. These are memories set down before they too disappear and they recall a Cambridge which for many will have faded. Those who have read Gwen Raverat''s Period Piece: A Cambridge Childhood will have seen in her description of the town and its society a different world. The reminiscences herein may rekindle more recent recollections, or simply entertain and amuse.

DKK 139.00
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Lancashire's Historic Pubs - Peter Thomas - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Lancashire's Historic Pubs - Peter Thomas - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

If you enjoy the occasional pub meal, a drink at the bar, or if you''re interested in Lancashire''s social history, you''re sure to find something entertaining in Peter Thomas''s introduction to the county''s pubs. It opens with a round-up of the history of brewing, pubs and ale-selling, and a section on Lancashire''s pub signs, though most of the book is dedicated to an A-Z of over fifty of the most interesting inns. Their history, architecture, ghosts and associated legends are all featured, as well as the exploits of their famous and infamous landlords and landladies. Peter''s exhaustive research has resulted in a gem of a book which brings together the proud history, traditions and customs associated with Lancashire hostelries; from ale tasting at the Plough at Eaves to the Britannia Coconut Dancers at the Crown Inn at Bacup. A fascinating journey, with plenty of refreshment stops along the way, this will appeal to anyone with an interest in local history, and those who''d like to know more about the convival surroundings in which they might enjoy a pint.

DKK 169.00
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The Little Book of Antrim - Barry Flynn - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

The Little Book of Antrim - Barry Flynn - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Did You Know? - - Overlooking Ballymena, Slemish Mountain was believed to be the first home of St Patrick in Ireland. His footprint is said to be indented in a stone close to Skerry churchyard. - - The ‘sport’ of rat racing thrived on the shores of Lough Neagh in the 1960s, with the annual championships taking place in Norman Wilson’s bar in the main street of Crumlin. - - In January 1998, a 16-year-old Glengormley schoolgirl became one of the youngest National Lottery millionaires when she picked up £1,055,101 for choosing the six winning numbers. - The Little Book of Antrim is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about County Antrim. Here you will find out about Antrim’s people and places, its business and industry, its spectacular coasts and glens and its proud sporting heritage. Across quaint villages and bustling towns, this book takes the reader on a journey through County Antrim and its vibrant past. A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of this ancient county.

DKK 141.00
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Growing Up in Wartime Somerset - Syd Durston - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

Growing Up in Wartime Somerset - Syd Durston - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

This nostalgic, humorous and richly illustrated volume celebrates the Somerset of years gone by. Syd Durston was seven when the Second World War broke out. As well as causing panic in Britain’s cities, the war transformed life in the countryside in all sorts of ways. This is how one boy remembers life in rural Somerset during that time, where from ‘the age of ten you were at school between 9 a.m. and noon, and then you could work on the land until 8 p.m.’. It is an elegy to the levels and the moors, and the rich diversity of wildlife that could once be found in the fields – ‘thousands of grasshoppers, large and small, hopping everywhere, butterflies of all kinds feeding on the red clovers that were now in flower; the smell of the honeysuckle and the dog roses in the hedges’ – and a lament for the landscapes and ways of life that we have now lost. From the outbreak of war to the drama of D-Day, Syd – whose watercolour paintings, many of which illustrate this collection, aim to show the reality of farming life as it was then – captures a moment in history as it really was. Containing more than 120 paintings, sketches and drawings, it will delight residents and visitors alike.

DKK 155.00
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The Prince and the Plunder - Andrew Heavens - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

The Prince and the Plunder - Andrew Heavens - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

''Extraordinary and thrilling ... This story should be known to every man, woman and child'' - Lemn Sissay In 1868, British troops charged into the mountain empire of Ethiopia, stormed the citadel of its monarch Tewodros II and grabbed piles of his treasures and sacred manuscripts. They also took his son – six-year-old Prince Alamayu – and brought the boy back with them to the cold shores of England. For the first time, Andrew Heavens tells the whole story of Alamayu, from his early days in his father’s fortress on the roof of Africa to his new home across the seas, where he charmed Queen Victoria, chatted with Lord Tennyson and travelled with his towering red-headed guardian Captain Speedy. The orphan prince was celebrated but stereotyped and never allowed to go home. The book also follows the loot – Ethiopia’s ‘Elgin Marbles’ – and tracks it down to its current hiding places in bank vaults, museum store cupboards and a boarded-up cavity in Westminster Abbey. A story of adventure, trauma and tragedy, The Prince and the Plunder is also a tale for our times, as we re-examine Britain’s past, pull down statues of imperial grandees and look for other figures to commemorate and celebrate in their place.

DKK 175.00
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The Prince and the Plunder - Andrew Heavens - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

The Prince and the Plunder - Andrew Heavens - Bog - The History Press Ltd - Plusbog.dk

''Extraordinary and thrilling ... This story should be known to every man, woman and child'' - Lemn Sissay In 1868, British troops charged into the mountain empire of Ethiopia, stormed the citadel of its monarch Tewodros II and grabbed piles of his treasures and sacred manuscripts. They also took his son – six-year-old Prince Alamayu – and brought the boy back with them to the cold shores of England. For the first time, Andrew Heavens tells the whole story of Alamayu, from his early days in his father’s fortress on the roof of Africa to his new home across the seas, where he charmed Queen Victoria, chatted with Lord Tennyson and travelled with his towering red-headed guardian Captain Speedy. The orphan prince was celebrated but stereotyped and never allowed to go home. The book also follows the loot – Ethiopia’s ‘Elgin Marbles’ – and tracks it down to its current hiding places in bank vaults, museum store cupboards and a boarded-up cavity in Westminster Abbey. A story of adventure, trauma and tragedy, The Prince and the Plunder is also a tale for our times, as we re-examine Britain’s past, pull down statues of imperial grandees and look for other figures to commemorate and celebrate in their place.

DKK 221.00
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