This is a fascinating collection of stories exploring the less well-trodden byways of Britains long history of conflicts. From the Romans vs Britons to the war on terror, Amazing & Extraordinary Facts: the British at War uncovers the heroic, tragic & often peculiar facts behind some of the best-known battles in British history. Brief, accessible & entertaining pieces on a wide variety of subjects makes it is the perfect book to dip in to. The amazing & extraordinary facts series presents interesting, surprising & little-known facts & stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform, absorb & entertain in equal measure. About the Author Jonathan Bastable is a renowned writer & journalist. He began his career as a feature writer for The Sunday Times & has contributed to the foreign pages of The Sunday Times, The Scotsman & Time Out. He is the author of a number of books including Voices from Samuel Pepys (D&C 2007) & Voices from D-Day (D&C 2004). Jonathan lives in Brighton.