I requested this title as I often read historical fiction and the 17th century is of particular interest to me. I wanted to expand my knowledge regarding the ways death was perceived in that period and reading this book proved to be interesting. Mr Norman presents how people met their deaths, rituals connected with the burials or the ways the dead were commemorated. One chapter is devoted to the royal funerals which took place in the 17th century and includes most fascinating information. The amount of research done into non-fiction is imposing as the author quotes contemporary accounts which are not difficult to follow.
The subject matter of this book is not joyful, however, it is full of facts that both curious and impressive.
NetGalley, Beata B. Reviewer
I requested this title as I often read historical fiction and the 17th century is of particular interest to me. I wanted to expand my knowledge regarding the ways death was perceived in that period and reading this book proved to be interesting. Mr Norman presents how people met their deaths, rituals connected with the burials or the ways the dead were commemorated. One chapter is devoted to the royal funerals which took place in the 17th century and includes most fascinating information. The amount of research done into non-fiction is imposing as the author quotes contemporary accounts which are not difficult to follow.
The subject matter of this book is not joyful, however, it is full of facts that both curious and impressive.
NetGalley, Beata B. Reviewer
Latest volume in Visitors' Historic Britain series sees Mick Davis and David Lassman taking a look at the county of Somerset. Although my home county was Gloucestershire, and Somerset was next door, I don't recall venturing into Somerset except, perhaps, on a school day trip, so this packed volume is a welcome addition to my library, with Somerset steeped in legend, particularly that of King Arthus, one of my favourite possibly real characters from Dark Age Britain.
Books Monthly
Latest volume in Visitors' Historic Britain series sees Mick Davis and David Lassman taking a look at the county of Somerset. Although my home county was Gloucestershire, and Somerset was next door, I don't recall venturing into Somerset except, perhaps, on a school day trip, so this packed volume is a welcome addition to my library, with Somerset steeped in legend, particularly that of King Arthus, one of my favourite possibly real characters from Dark Age Britain.
Books Monthly
This charming book shows the remarkable role Steve Morris and his Quantock Heritage Fleet have played in the restoration and preservation movement. It's a nicely produced book, well laid out and with great pictures.
Classic Bus Magazine
This charming book shows the remarkable role Steve Morris and his Quantock Heritage Fleet have played in the restoration and preservation movement. It's a nicely produced book, well laid out and with great pictures.
Classic Bus Magazine
[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars
Unsolved murders are nothing new in the world. There are some that boggle the imagination, and one wonders how some managed to remain unsolved. In the Unsolved London Murders by Dr. Jonathan Oates, there are twenty cases that have remained unsolved. Although these have happened over 100 years ago, there are some that could be solvable today, if Scotland Yard would reopen the cases.
I was intrigued with this book, as unsolved crimes always peak my interest. I was not disappointed! It was amazing and once I started, I could not put the book down! I read it in one sitting!
Put this book on your watch list, and get ready for a journey through some of the most puzzling and horrific unsolved murders in London!
NetGalley, Rebecca Hill
[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars
Unsolved murders are nothing new in the world. There are some that boggle the imagination, and one wonders how some managed to remain unsolved. In the Unsolved London Murders by Dr. Jonathan Oates, there are twenty cases that have remained unsolved. Although these have happened over 100 years ago, there are some that could be solvable today, if Scotland Yard would reopen the cases.
I was intrigued with this book, as unsolved crimes always peak my interest. I was not disappointed! It was amazing and once I started, I could not put the book down! I read it in one sitting!
Put this book on your watch list, and get ready for a journey through some of the most puzzling and horrific unsolved murders in London!
NetGalley, Rebecca Hill
This book is highly recommended. It was deeply nostalgic and was effortless to read. This book should be viewed as a worthwhile addition to the bookshelf of any self-respecting railway enthusiast or social historian.
Read the full review [link=https://donnasbookblog.wordpress.com/2020/05/01/guestreview-for-main-line-operations-around-manchester-and-the-msw-electrification-by-bob-pixton-penswordbooks-greatcentralrailwayseries/]here[/link]
Donnas Book Blog
This book is highly recommended. It was deeply nostalgic and was effortless to read. This book should be viewed as a worthwhile addition to the bookshelf of any self-respecting railway enthusiast or social historian.
Read the full review [link=https://donnasbookblog.wordpress.com/2020/05/01/guestreview-for-main-line-operations-around-manchester-and-the-msw-electrification-by-bob-pixton-penswordbooks-greatcentralrailwayseries/]here[/link]
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A History of the Peak District Moors
The moors of the Peak District provide some of the finest walking country in England. The pleasure of rambling across them is enhanced by a knowledge of their history, ranging from prehistoric times and the middle ages to their conversion for grouse shooting and the struggle for the 'right to roam' in modern times. This distinctive landscape is not… Read more...
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Tracing Your Welsh Ancestors
Few previous publications have focused on Welsh family history, and none have provided a comprehensive guide to the genealogical information available and where to find it. That is why the publication of Beryl Evans's new Welsh family history handbook is such a significant event in the field. Her detailed, accessible, authoritative guide will be essential… Read more...
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Nottingham in the Great War
The years 1914-1918 cost many lives in the trenches of France and Belgium. Those trenches and the battles that were fought from them are well documented. But back home in towns and cities up and down the United Kingdom death and desperation were also apparent. Those left behind to carry on suffered from harsh winters, lack of food and fuel and flu… Read more...
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Cardiff and the Valleys in the Great War
Looks at the Cardiff Pals and other local regiments who fought in the Great War and how the experience of war impacted on the area, from the initial enthusiasm for sorting out the German Kaiser in time for Christmas 1914, to the gradual realization of the enormity of human sacrifice the families of Cardiff were committed to as the war stretched out… Read more...
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne in the Great War
With the large number of troops stationed in and around the area and its position as a major industrial city, which focused on armaments production, shipbuilding and heavy engineering, the realities of the war were always prominently felt in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The city played a key role in the nation's war effort, as it was a key port and the nation's… Read more...
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Chelmsford in the Great War
By the end of the Great War in 1918, 1,791 Chelmsford men were serving in the army or navy. Three hundred and ninety two of them did not return. Chelmsford in the Great War is the touching story of the people these men left behind: the munitions workers, special constables, VADs, shopkeepers, magistrates, councillors, conscientious objectors, teachers… Read more...
This is a fascinating and highly informative guidebook to the Capital which will be invaluable to those who wish to understand what Londoners went through during the Second World War. By means of five easily manageable walks, the reader is transported back to those dark days of devastating destruction. Using rich anecdotes and first-hand accounts the… Read more...
These are the highly controversial memoirs of Austin Mitchell, local TV star of the 1970s and MP for Great Grimsby. Austin was the poster boy for Calendar TV at a time when local television had a much greater impact than national TV and its stars were the celebrities of the day. Austin charts his career path and reveals how he fell into his role at… Read more...
When people think of a World Cup manager from Barnsley, Mick McCarthy instantly springs to mind for his exploits with Ireland. But did you know one man from the town took a country to the semi-finals long before McCarthy had even kicked a ball. Barnsley's Best pays tribute to the those who have flown the flag on the biggest stage and, not content with… Read more...
