Almost a century on, interest in The Great War could be expected to have faded & died; after all, the last who fought in it have passed on. Yet indisputably interest is increasing, not falling. Families seek their own connection both with ancestors who fought & all too often died & with those at home who had to live & cope with unimaginable losses. This book, which sets out to fill a gap, is written for the layman, who may have some knowledge about the Great War of 1914-18 but who wants to know more. It is a story, not a history. It is a guide, but not a guidebook. It is a story about people, but not a biography. It is well nigh impossible to visualise 20, 000 men dying in a day on the Somme, but it is possible to look at the individual stories that come together to make up such a tragedy. Covering vital background information, graphic explanations of the conduct of the War & vivid personal testimonies, The Great War Explained offers a highly readable way of gaining a better understanding of this most dramatic period of World history. ...

Robert Fisk’s bestselling eyewitness account of the events that have shaped the Middle East is alive with vivid reporting & incisive historical analysis.

The history of the Middle East is an epic story of tragedy, betrayal & world-shaking events. It is a story that Robert Fisk has been reporting for over thirty years. His masterful narrative spans the most volatile regions of the Middle East, chronicling with both rage & compassion the death by deceit of tens of thousands of Muslims, Christians & Jews.

Robert Fisk’s remarkable history is also the tale of a journalist at war – learning of the 9/11 attacks while aboard a passenger jet, reporting from a bombed-out Baghdad, interviewing Osama bin Laden – & of the courage & frustration of a life spent writing the first draft of history.





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Celebrate the phenomenon that is Music & take a trip into all albums history in The Greatest 100 Albums To Own on Vinyl!



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Enjoy piecing together this colourful The Greatest Funfair 300 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle. With 300 high quality pieces & 150 things to search & find, this puzzle is sure to be a hit with curious youngsters. A brilliant challenge perfect to complete on your own or with friends & family. Product Information: • The Greatest Funfair • Jigsaw Puzzle • Pieces: 300 • Brand: Corner Piece  • Measures: 60 x 45 cm when complete • 1:1 Scale   ...

A dazzling tale, told with mordant wit, of the last seconds of a man's life as he leaps from a nine-storey building. Matthew Viss just wants to help. That's all he ever wanted. So it's lucky he works at The Greatest Gift
- the city's premier concierge service. Whether you need a limo to the airport, a name for your dog, or someone to wait in your flat for the repairman, Matthew can help. He'll run your whole life
- & he'll do it with a smile. This is the story of his downfall. A blackly comic & frequently moving account of a life going haywire in the service industry, Danny Leigh's debut is set in a world we often encounter but seldom notice. Written in prose that is at once hugely imaginative & brilliantly precise, The Greatest Gift marks the arrival of a remarkable new talent.

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Are you a craftoholic? Do you spend your life crafting? Do you want to improve the finish of your projects? Would you like to be inspired & save money at the same time? Then this is the book for you! Lynne Garner has pooled together the knowledge of the crafting community to bring you the greatest crafting guide around. This book covers seven of the most popular crafts: paper crafts, sewing, wool crafts, cross stitch & embroidery, candle making, jewellery making & glass painting. A must have book for anyone who is creative! ...

Everyone who plays golf longs to improve their game. This book, written by renowned PGA coach, John Cook, is packed with great tips to help you do just that. His fabulous tips & tricks are from a lifetime of playing & coaching, making the book fun & informative. From solving the slice to perfecting the putt, this delightful addition to the golf bag has it all! ...

hotography tips & advice to help you. add wow to your images with simple, little-known techniques that change a good shot into a great shot get pin-sharp, perfectly composed & correctly exposed images, time & time again choose the best camera & identify only those essential accessories take stunning portraits of your family & friends earn cash from the sale of your images to pay for your hobby This guide, with its mix of non-technical language & humour, is unique. Award-winning photographer Alistair Scott presents a selection of his best tips that will help you take better photographs... & profit from them. Covering everything from buying your equipment, through operating the camera's controls effectively, to techniques for portrait, landscape & family photography. These tips will have you shooting like a pro. ...

Great tips & advice, from gentle rambles to serious fell-walking.. . understand maps, use a compass & be a skilful navigator choose comfortable clothing & safe equipment plan routes & prepare for back-packing trips avoid outdoor hazards & handle difficult situations maximise your enjoyment of the outdoors help protect the environment This book is packed with useful advice & information for walkers of all levels. If you want to know how to choose walking boots, take a compass bearing or know the environmentally-friendly way to 'poo' in the woods, then this book is for you. The Greatest Guide to Walking & Mountain Hiking is essential reading for all new walkers but experienced walkers will also pick up many new tips by reading it. ...

Details: A penniless young knight with few prospects, William Marshal is plucked from obscurity when he saves the life
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