Famous tells the Great War stories of twenty of Britains most respected best known & even notorious celebrities. They include politicians actors writers an explorer a sculptor & even a murderer. The generation that grew up in the late 19th Century enlisted enthusiastically in the defence of the country. Many would become household names such as Basil Rathbone the definitive Sherlock Holmes AA Milne creator of Winnie the Pooh & Arnold Ridley who found fame & public affection as the dour Scotsman Fraser & the gentle & genial Godfrey in Dads Army. From politicians such as Harold Macmillan & Winston Churchill to writers includsing JB Priestley & JRR Tolkein from sculptors like Henry Moore to composers such as Ralph Vaughan Williams their fame & influence continue even into the 21st Century. The authors have discovered the exact locations where these celebrities saw action. They tell the story of where CS Lewis was wounded & invalided home & how Basil Rathbone won the Military Cross for a trench raid (while dressed as a tree). Each story is examined in detail with pictures taken of the very spot where the actions took place. There are maps of the area that will guide enterprising readers to walk in the footsteps of their heroes. ...

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Includes:: Heidi" by Johanna Spyri
- A little orphan girl is forced to live with her grumpy grandfather

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To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the first publication of the Famous Five books here are the first three Famous Five adventures in one volume. Book 1: Five On A Treasure Island A shipwreck off Kirrin Island! But where is the treasure? The Famous Five are searching for clues
- but they're not alone.. . Someone else has joined the treasure hunt. Book 2: Five Go Adventuring Again A thief at Kirrin Cottage! Who can it be? The Famous Five think they know
- but they need proof! Then they find an old map & an unusual hiding place... Book 3: Five Run Away Together Who's been on George's Island? & what is locked in the mysterious trunk hidden on Kirrin Island? The Famous Five think they're on the trail of smugglers
- until they hear a child scream... These editions feature the classic texts & Eileen A. Soper's original illustrations.


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A mysterious light on Kirrin Island a stolen safe a bag hidden in the woods a runaway horse dog thieves a Christmas Eve robbery & a whole lot of fun for the Famous Five! Read all about their exciting adventures in this delightful collection of short stories. ...

Have you ever wished you could be one of the Famous Five? Now you can be by using all the information they have collected to solve this mystery of the hidden treasure. Not just the story of a search for the bejeweled dragon this book

Includes:: useful advice on topics such as codebreaking using a compass building an escape raft first aid camping & much more.

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Art-lovers everywhere will enjoy this pack of thirty cards each featuring a well-known painting. Each card features a famous painting with text explaining its themes in a simple & lively way. The reverse side of each card is packed with information such as the story behind the painting fun facts about the artists & their lives & even explains the artists techniques & reveals any hidden meanings behind the picture. It features paintings by Michelangelo Leonardo da Vinci Monet Renoir Picasso Titian Van Gogh Magritte Warhol Dali & more. ...

This book offers a lavish introduction to 35 of the worlds best-known best-loved paintings. It

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The amalgamation of the regiments of the British Army is now complete. This book a companion to volume one is a reminder of past glories. Thirty-six famous regiments are featured
- their battle honours their badges their most famous sons
- & just as in volume one the stories of the actions of Victoria Cross holders. Each regiment's section

Includes:: artworks & photographs illustrating insignia uniforms & soldiers in action down through the centuries. While the tales of courage & loss are in themselves enthralling Dorian Bond has provided a great deal of information about these bodies of men that is also intriguing: who were the so-called Minden regiments for example? & why were the men of the East Surrey Regiment known as the ' Young Buffs'? Covering action wherever the regiments found it from the Ardennes to Tibet Famous Regiments of the British Army Volume Two by its very nature tells the stories of some of the most famous battles in history. All royalties earned from sales of this book as for volume one have been kindly donated by the author to Help for Heroes.



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As the amalgamation of all the famous regiments of the British Army is completed this book is a timely reminder of past glories. Thirty-five of the most famous regiments are featured
- their battle honours their badges their most famous sons
- & the stories of the actions of Victoria Cross holders. Each Regiment's section is accompanied by colour pictures illustrating colours uniforms & soldiers in action. The omission of some regiments will infuriate some but this is the first of two volumes & many of these will be included in Volume 2. Dorian Bond reveals the history of these unique bodies of men how the Glorious Glosters
- the Gloucestershire regiment
- were once known as the Slashers after a Montreal magistrate's ear was cut off in 1764. Why does their badge today feature the Sphinx? Because of service in Egypt in 1801. Covering action wherever the regiments found it from Flanders Ireland America the West Indies the Crimea Burma & Korea Famous Regiments of the British Army" tells the tales of some of the most famous battles in history from Ramillies to Talavera & Waterloo & the role these regiments played."



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Aimed at rugby fans everywhere A Fans Guide to World Rugby" features entries on the worlds greatest & most exciting clubs & home stadia. From Scotland to New Zealand & Argentina to South Africa this is the ultimate guide to the best international rugby clubs & their home nations. Written by fans for fans this book

Includes:: detailed information on the rugby culture & history of each country alongside key statistics about players & results. Stadium guides reveal key facts about the worlds greatest venues including contact details & how to get there. City guides explore the most interesting things to discover outside of the stadium including an at-a-glance guide to top attractions. Vibrantly illustrated to capture the atmosphere "A Fans Guide to World Rugby" will appeal to all rugby fans looking to find out more about international teams & all those travelling to watch thrilling rugby live."

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