A journey around England that takes us to each county, to see where history happened, where people and ideas were born, where dreams took flight and where men and women now rest from their labours. It celebrates the places and people that make the... Zobraziť viac
Take the ultimate trip around Ireland Bestselling author Christopher Winn takes us on a fascinating journey around Ireland, to discover the tales buried deep in Irish history. Packed full of myths and legends, firsts, birthplaces, inventions and... Zobraziť viac
Takes us on a journey around London to discover the tales of the capital's history. This work aims to unearth the hidden gems of legends, firsts, inventions, adventures and birthplaces that shape the city's past. It contains stories and snippets... Zobraziť viac
In I Never Knew That About New York Christopher Winn digs beneath the gleaming towers and mean streets of New York and discovers its secrets and its hidden treasures. Learn about the extraordinary people who built New York into one... Zobraziť viac
Covering various subjects including history, cathedrals, sports, records, modern Britain, royalty, people, places, deeds, discoveries and disasters, this work features a range of questions from multiple choice and odd ones out to picture quizzes... Zobraziť viac
This wonderful book takes an affectionate, entertaining and perceptive look at the English people. Here are their traditions, foibles, quirks, customs, humour and achievements, triumphs and failures, peccadilloes and passions. Travel through England... Zobraziť viac