CK - Historical 52

When studying the planning behind the Combined Operations cross-Channel raids that harassed the Germans along the coast of Occupied France during the Second World War, one name appears repeatedly – ……続きを見る

'Puts Cavendish back into the literary history books where she belongs' Kate Mosse 'Scholarly, articulate, and never less than fascinating' Alice Loxton A biography of the remarkable, and in her tim……続きを見る

This edition from Osprey Publishing presents the full story of the American Civil War. The four long years of Civil War saw fighting across America on an unprecedented scale, incurring losses to bot……続きを見る

From escape attempts to camp conditions,Behind the Wire offers first-hand accounts of POWs during World War I. Before World War I the Geneva Convention established 'rules' for the treatment of Priso……続きを見る

The actions of General Patch's Seventh Army are analysed and assessed in this detailed history of their advance across Europe in 1943-45. Of the US Armies fighting in Europe at the end of World War ……続きを見る

The inspiring memoir of the remarkable Jackie Moggridge: ATA girl, Spitfire expert and pioneer. 'We had returned to a different world. We had taken off in peace at nine-thirty and landed in war at n……続きを見る

Patrick Thibeault has served in the US Army in various capacities since the 1990s, originally training as an Airborne soldier before specialising as a combat medic. My Journey as a Combat Medic cove……続きを見る

With the world at her feet and Californian railroad fortunes in her purse, Aimée had a tale or two to tell. Here, she boldly delivers her hilarious memoirs of escaping headhunters in Borneo, avoidin……続きを見る

'We are the Pilgrims, master; we shall go, Always a little further; it may be, Beyond that last blue mountain barred with snow.' If there was ever anyone who went a little further, a little beyond, ……続きを見る

A unique first-hand narrative of the Falklands war. Rick Jolly was the Senior Medical Officer in the Falklands, setting up and running the field hospital at Ajax Bay, where he and his Royal Marine a……続きを見る

A unique compilation of more than one thousand concise biographies of those involved in the campaigns of Alexander the Great, and the struggle for power after his death. From leading commanders in A……続きを見る

X Flight was designated the task of giving close air support to the desert army formed and commanded by Lawrence of Arabia. It flew from advanced desert landing grounds on reconnaissance, liaison, b……続きを見る

Are you planning to visit Qatar in 2024? Do you want to make the most of your trip? Are you worried about making travel arrangements? Are you not sure where to stay or what to see? If you answered y……続きを見る

Silver Star recipient Rick Kaiser shares his leadership lessons from over four decades with the Navy SEAL Teams. A compelling look at US Navy SEALs through a true-to-life lens focused on the triumph……続きを見る

Includes 10 illustrations. Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is a powerful and haunting autobiography that provides an unflinching glimpse into the life of one of the most influential figu……続きを見る

Edward ‘Ned’ Low’s career in piracy began with a single gunshot. While working on a logging ship in the Bay of Honduras the quick-tempered Ned was provoked by the ship’s captain. He responded by gra……続きを見る

Trenchard Brat. Flying Spanner. Left Hand Seat. Nicknames abound in aviation. But not many get to be called them all, especially when theyve started life with an aversion to school and a stammer thr……続きを見る

THE NEW RAINBOW (including audiolink) by craig lock A “moving” tale of the many people in the rainbow nation of New South Africans. SEA AND SAND Sea and sand My love My land, God bless Africa Sea an……続きを見る

From Indiana farm boy to Vietnam fighter pilot and beyond, Fredrick L. Pumroy often seemed to "live on the edge." Stories about his narrow escapes from enemy anti-aircraft fire over the Ho Chi Minh ……続きを見る

On 25 July 1947, India's last Viceroy, Lord Louis Mountbatten, stood before the Chamber of Princes in New Delhi and prepared to deliver the most important speech of his career. He had just three wee……続きを見る

In these seven engaging essays, renowned Lutheran scholar and Christian apologist John Warwick Montgomery presents a firm defense of Martin Luther, the leader of the Reformation. Republished for the……続きを見る

Diese Kollektion stellt bedeutende Memoiren aus unterschiedlichen Zeitepochen vor. Jede der handverlesenen Autobiografien gibt tiefe Einblicke in ihre jeweilige Zeit, beleuchtet sowohl strahlende Mo……続きを見る

Diese Sammlung repräsentiert die einflussreichsten Memoiren der Geschichte. Jede dieser ausgewählten Autobiografien zeigt die jeweilige Epoche in ihrer ganzen Herrlichkeit und haucht den dunklen Sei……続きを見る

Johann Peter Eckermanns Buch 'Gespräche mit Goethe in den letzten Jahren seines Lebens' bietet einen faszinierenden Einblick in die intellektuellen Gespräche zwischen dem Autor und Johann Wolfgang v……続きを見る

In "Marquise von Pompadour: Biografie einer Favoritin" zeigt Dora Duncker ihr Talent für historische Biografien. Das Buch beleuchtet das Leben und die Rolle von Jeanne Antoinette Poisson, der berühm……続きを見る

In 'Marquise von Pompadour' taucht der Leser in das Leben und die Welt der berühmten Mätresse des französischen Königs Ludwig XV. ein. Dora Duncker präsentiert eine faszinierende Darstellung der Mar……続きを見る

Sammy Davis Jr. lived a storied life. Adored by millions over a six-decade-long career, he was considered an entertainment icon and a national treasure. But despite lifetime earnings that topped $50……続きを見る

Dieses eBook wurde mit einem funktionalen Layout erstellt und sorgfältig formatiert. Die Ausgabe ist mit interaktiven Inhalt und Begleitinformationen versehen, einfach zu navigieren und gut gegliede……続きを見る

Frederick Douglass, a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement and a former slave himself, penned a collection of powerful speeches and autobiographical writings that highlight his experiences ……続きを見る

Frederick Douglass' work 'Frederick Douglass: All 3 Memoirs in One Volume' is a groundbreaking collection that combines all three of the author's riveting memoirs into one comprehensive volume. Doug……続きを見る