During the English Civil Wars the streets and fields of Yorkshire were fought over for the control of the county. In the bitter confrontation between king and Parliament, Yorkshire was the key to control of the North. This historical guide tells the story of this Yorkshire war, using contemporary accounts, early and modern maps and a wealth of other illustrations. It also provides detailed tours of the battlegrounds and other sites.
Corgi Toys proved an immediate success in the 1950s and over the next 30 years hundreds of miniatures would be modelled on contemporary vehicles. This book explores the history of Corgi Toys, describing the various models and illustrating how these simple children's toys became valuable collectables.
Dinky Toys were introduced in 1931 and these diecast metal toys became bestsellers. More than 1000 different subjects were modelled, mostly transport related.
Kampfgruppe Peiper formed the spearhead of the German drive on the Meuse during the Ardennes Offensive in December 1944 and fought one of the most famous actions of the Second World War.Its story is told, day-by-day, using contemporary accounts. A wealth of maps and contemporary and modern photographs allow the reader to follow the course of the action, and a full battlefield tour is provided.
Throughout recorded history Yorkshire has been a setting for warfare of all kinds - marches, skirmishes and raids, pitched battles and sieges. And it is the sieges of the Civil War period - which often receive less attention than other forms of combat - that are the focus of David Cooke's new history. Hull, York, Pontefract, Knaresborough, Sandal, Scarborough, Helmsley, Bolton, Skipton - all witnessed notable sieges during the bloody uncertain years of the Civil Wars. His vivid reconstructions allow the reader to visit the castles and towns where sieges took place and stand on the ground where blood was spilt for the cause - for king or Parliament. Using contemporary accounts and a wealth of maps and illustrations, his book allows the reader to follow the course of each siege and sets each operation in the context of the Civil Wars in the North.
The book offers a detailed day-by-day account of a Waffen SS battle group during a crucial World War II engagement, employing a unique you-are-there narrative style. It combines eyewitness testimonies, maps, and both historical and contemporary photographs to immerse readers in the experience. Additionally, it includes orders of battle and brief profiles of the soldiers and tanks involved, providing a comprehensive perspective that invites a reevaluation of the Malmedy Massacre.
From the earliest times armies have marched across the Yorkshire countryside and have fought for control of the land, the towns and the cities. Roman, Viking, Norman and the Scottish invaders have all contributed ruthless episodes to the story. This book presents an account of Yorkshire warfare from the Dark Ages to the English Civil Wars.
This work examines the main causes of the moral dilemmas in which Christians find themselves. The author provides an introduction to moral philosophy and examines the sources of Christian principles. He concludes that Christian values still offer an authoritative alternative.
Liam Jordan was a rising star at his law fi rm until he decided to give it all up to be a stay at home father for his two children. Everything was running smoothly when he gets a phone call from a stranger asking him a series of questions: if he answers right, people live. But if he answers wrong, people die. Welcome to a psychotic and heart-pounding game where time is everything and wrong answers are fatal.
Exploring themes of exile and identity, David Cooke's collection features poems that reflect on his West of Ireland heritage while navigating his upbringing in England. The work includes pieces from previous collections and a new sequence, A Virtual Tour. Critics note the unique perspective Cooke brings to his poetry, avoiding familiar tropes and instead offering fresh insights into the ghosts of his familial past. This collection marks a significant return for Cooke, showcasing his talent and depth after a period of silence.