Sons of the Conquerors – Hugh Pope
Hugh Pope (a 73-77)Sons of the Conquerors: The Rise of the Turkic World Publisher: Gerald Duckworth & Co Ltd (May 2005)ISBN: 0715633686 Buy Now
Books by Old Shirburnians
A Garland of Verse – David Payne (a 49)
David Payne, A Garland of Verse. Publisher : Dianthus Publishing; Inscribed by author to the Owner edition (1 October 2006) Language: : English Paperback : 160 pages ISBN-10 : 0946604258 ISBN-13 : 978-0946604258 Buy now
The Mission Song – John le Carré (h 48)
John le Carré, The Mission Song. Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton (September 2006) ISBN: 03409216X Buy Now
Taj Mahal – Giles Tillotson (c 78)
G.H.R. Tillotson, Taj Mahal. ‘Marble enigma, most photographed of structures, the Taj Mahal lends its name to a prime brand of Indian tea bags and stands too as the world’s great, extravagant monument to eternal love. This wry, brisk book is a delightful and fascinating excavation of the Taj Mahal’s many layers of meanings. Giles … Read more
Dunkirk: Retreat to Victory – Julian Thompson (a 52)
Julian Thompson, Dunkirk: Retreat to Victory. In May 1940, the small British Expeditionary Force was sent to help the Belgians and French hold back the German army. Ill-equipped and under-trained, they fought hard for three weeks, from the German invasion of France to the rescue of the last British troops from the beaches at Dunkirk. … Read more
Building the New Jerusalem: Architecture, Housing and Politics 1900-1930 – Mark Swenarton (m 69)
Mark Swenarton, Building the New Jerusalem: Architecture, Housing and Politics 1900-1930. The first 30 years of the twentieth century was the crucible in which modern society and culture were formed. In much of Europe social democracy emerged as a dominant force in politics; the housing of the working class was recognised as a legitimate responsibility … Read more
The Politics of Making – Mark Swenarton (m 69)
Mark Swenarton, The Politics of Making. A unique collection of contemporary writings, this book explores the politics involved in the making and experiencing of architecture and cities from a cross-cultural and global perspective Taking a broad view of the word ‘politics’, the essays address a range of questions, including: What is the relationship between politics and … Read more
Red Die: A Dorset Mystery – Roger Norman
Roger Norman, Red Die: A Dorset Mystery. Publisher : The Sundial Press (11 November 2008) Language: : English Hardcover : 240 pages ISBN-10 : 0955152313 ISBN-13 : 978-0955152313
The French Century – Brian Moynahan (a 59)
Brian Moynahan, The French Century: An Illustrated History of Modern France. Sixteen chapters cover the history of France from the end of the 19th century to the present day, encapsulating everything from political events and scientific discoveries to cultural achievements and sporting triumphs. The five presidents of France’s fifth republic: Charles de Gaulle, Georges Pompidou, … Read more
Forgotten Soldiers – Brian Moynahan (a 59)
Brian Moynahan, Forgotten Soldiers. Forgotten Soldiers is an enthralling work of military history that shows how the courage, intelligence or simple good fortune of the individual can exert a decisive influence on the outcome of a battle or campaign. It tells the stories of fifteen unsung heroes, none of a rank higher than major, whose … Read more