The Holocaust
- the murder of Approx. six million Jews by Nazi Germany & its collaborators in World War Two
- is the gravest

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The prize-winning bestselling historian delivers the first authoritative general account for thirty years This book will answer two fundamental questions about the Holocaust. How, & why, did it happen? Laurence Rees`s answer, based on the latest academic research & twenty-five years of exploring the subject, reveals three themes. First, it was not just about the Jews
- the Nazis would have murdered many more non-Jews
- & it was not just about Germans. Second, there was no single ”decision” to start the Holocaust
- there was a series of escalations, most often when the Nazi leadership interacted with their fanatical grassroots supporters. Third, it took longer than we might think for the world to recognize the importance of what happened
- only in the mid-1970s did the word ” Holocaust” enter the popular consciousness. Through a chronological narrative, featuring the latest historical research & compelling eyewitness testimony, this is the story of the worst crime in history.



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In 1838, painter David Roberts set off on a yearlong journey that resulted in an unprecedented documentation of the Holy L&. The extraordinary wonders he saw on his trip & the lifestyle in this exotic land during the mid-19th century are brought to life in this handsome volume through vibrant colour plates, each of which is accompanied by a lively description that places each locale depicted in its historic context. From the Sinai Desert to the Dead Sea, from Petra to Gaza to Jerusalem, Roberts documented every step of his travels with the meticulous sketches that, upon his return to Engl&, he transformed into the lithographs that earned him worldwide acclaim. He captured on paper such sites of worship as the Rock of Moses, such architectural wonders as the Damascus Gate, & vistas of the major cities & landscapes along the way. Roberts' depictions of pilgrimages, excavations, & then-undeveloped cities that are now major world hubs present us with a unique opportunity to savour the romantic atmosphere of the 19th century & the true virtuosity of David Roberts.A journalist since 1990, Fabio Bourbon has written numerous books for White Star, including Egypt
- Yesterday & Today & The Lost Cities of Mayas.
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THE SUNDAY TIMES & ECONOMIST BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2016 `A definitive study of the amorphous state that lasted a thousand years.. . The Holy Roman Empire deserves to be hailed as a magnum opus` Tom Holl&, Daily Telegraph ` Engrossing.. .staggering.. .a book that is relevant to our own times` The Times ` Masterly.. . If, like most people, you know little more about the Holy Roman Empire other than Voltaire`s bon mot
- ”neither holy, nor Roman, nor an empire”
- then this is the book for you` Daniel Johnson, Sunday Times `A history that helps us understand Europe`s problems today.. .interesting & provocative, makes the complex understandable` Christopher Kissane, Guardian A great, sprawling, ancient & unique entity, the Holy Roman Empire, from its founding by Charlemagne to its destruction by Napoleon a millennium later, formed the heart of Europe. It was a great engine for inventions & ideas, it was the origin of many modern European states, from Germany to the Czech Republic, its relations with Italy, France & Poland dictated the course of countless wars
- indeed European history as a whole makes no sense without it. In this strikingly ambitious book, Peter H. Wilson explains how the Empire worked. It is not a chronological history, but an attempt to convey to readers why it was so important & how it changed over its existence. The result is a tour de force
- a book that raises countless questions about the nature of political & military power, about diplomacy & the nature of European civilization & about the legacy of the Empire, which has continued to haunt its offspring, from Imperial & Nazi Germany to the European Union.



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A great, sprawling, ancient & unique entity, the Holy Roman Empire, from its founding by Charlemagne to its destruction by Napoleon a millennium later, formed the heart of Europe. It was a great engine for inventions & ideas, it was the origin of many modern European states, from Germany to the Czech Republic, its relations with Italy, France & Poland dictated the course of countless wars
- indeed European history as a whole makes no sense without it. In this strikingly ambitious book, Peter H. Wilson explains how the Empire worked. It is not a chronological history, but an attempt to convey to readers why it was so important & how it changed over its existence. The result is a tour de force
- a book that raises countless questions about the nature of political & military power, about diplomacy & the nature of European civilization & about the legacy of the Empire, which has continued to haunt its offspring, from Imperial & Nazi Germany to the European Union.

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For those willing to go to the edge, for those who love to run close to the sky, here are some of the world`s most challenging & beautiful running trails & races. Twelve trails are covered in depth, & many more are included. From Norway to South Africa, Hong Kong to Colorado, & Switzerland to Columbia, these profiles are accompanied by travel information, as well as stories from those with experience on these trails, whether talking about the music they run to, or the good will shared among fellow runners. ...

Set in contemporary Pakistan, London & Egypt, Zarrie Bano is a glamorous 28 year-old daughter of a wealthy Muslim landowner, Habib Khan. When his only son is killed in a freak riding accident, Habib decides to make Zarri his heiress, resurrecting an ancient tradition which decrees that an heiress must remain celibate, & forcing his daughter into marriage to the Holy Koran. ...

Are you looking to escape London for a few hours? Do you enjoy a walk in the country or a leisurely afternoon stroll, but don`t want to take your car? Inside Pathfinder (R) Guide to Country Walks near London are 28 fantastic country walks all starting & finishing at railway stations & within easy reach of London mainline railway terminals. Suitable for walkers of all abilities, this selection of rural walks is h&-picked from eight current best-selling Pathfinder (R) Guides covering SE Engl&. Ranging from 2-13 miles in length, each circular walk takes in some of the many delights of the countryside surrounding London
- from meanders between small villages & riverside rambles to hillside hikes & scenic strolls. So if you don`t have a car, or want to reduce your carbon footprint & have a truly environmentally friendly & `green` walk, you can still enjoy the countryside near London with Pathfinder (R) Guide to Country Walks near London. Completely car-free, each walk is graded for difficulty, from family rambles to challenging hikes, & has been collected together by an author who contributes regularly to national & local press on walks in London, Surrey & Essex. From the Chilterns to Essex & Surrey, each walk in Pathfinder (R) Guide to Country Walks near London is accompanied by clear, large-scale Ordnance Survey route maps & GPS waypoints to help you navigate your walk with ease. There is also a wealth of useful information accompanying each walk, including good pubs nearby & places of interest en route. With each walk easily accessible by train, & information on routes & connections provided for each, a car is no longer essential to escape the capital city for a walk in the country. Pathfinder (R) Guides are Britain`s best loved walking guides. Made with durable covers, they are the perfect companion for countryside walks throughout Britain. Each title features circular walks with easy-to-follow route descriptions, tried & tested by seasoned walkers & accompanied by beautiful photography & clear Ordnance Survey mapping. The routes range from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, so there is something for everyone.
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In ” The Home of the Blizzard”, Sir Douglas Mawson records his historic expedition to explore uncharted land in Antarctica. Pitted against formidable natural forces, he & his team faced unrelenting winds with speeds of up to two hundred miles per hour as well as freezing temperatures & day-long blizzards. They traversed the previously unexplored King George V Land directly south of Australia & collected geological samples & magnetic readings. After accident & illness led to the death of his two teammates, a starving & frostbitten Mawson finished one hundred miles of the return journey alone. ...

A renowned novelist once wrote that one `can never go home again`, but as the author demonstrates in this delightful & subtle account, such is not the case: we can & should cherish our past &, from time to time, we must reaffirm our roots. O` Hara`s homecoming to Burma, as he gives us glimpses into a youth that was punctuated by hardship & loss, reveals a character determined to succeed, even at the expense of abandoning his country of birth. In parallel, it points to some of the causes of that nation`s failure to realise its great potential. Randolph O` Hara, MBE, is a retired civil servant residing in Hong Kong. During his career, he played a pivotal role in the development of local cultural facilities in the former British colonial administration. ...