Stephen Cooper Livres

The narrative explores the profound connection between rugby and the First World War, highlighting how players were among the first to volunteer for battle and faced significant sacrifices. In 1919, a groundbreaking rugby tournament marked the first international competition, uniting teams from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, Britain, and France. This event celebrated military victory and the enduring values of teamwork, respect, and discipline forged in wartime. The story reflects on rugby's evolution and the lasting impact of these values in contemporary sport.

A graphic reconstruction of this decisive battle of the Hundred Years War. It includes a thorough going analysis of the battle's place in history. It tells of what really happened on the battlefield in October 1415 and how the battle has been represented - and misrepresented - over the last 600 years?

Published here for the first time, this text presents a collection of recently-discovered stories by John Fante.

The narrative explores the remarkable posthumous recognition of a writer whose brilliance was overlooked during his lifetime. John Fante, celebrated for his unique voice and impactful storytelling, emerges as a significant figure for a new generation of readers two decades after his death. The book delves into his enduring influence and the reasons behind his resurgence in literary acclaim, highlighting the qualities that define his genius.

Exploring the life of Sir John Fastolf, a renowned English knight from the Hundred Years' War, this book delves into his historical significance and the intriguing connections to Shakespeare's Sir John Falstaff. It offers a thorough analysis of Fastolf's character and achievements, shedding light on how he may have inspired one of literature's most beloved figures. The narrative intertwines history and literature, revealing the lasting impact of Fastolf's legacy on storytelling.

" At Work With Norman is a story about a team of people that undertake a big construction job by the sea.  There are many aspects to the job involving a lot of interesting machines.  It's not all work and no play, though, as Norman organises a team building exercise but he has a different kind of ""building"" in mind.   Norman's family get a new addition that not everyone I happy about.   Norman, Sara, Craig and Scruffy head to the school fair for a fun day out and are surprised by Nigel, one of Norman's workers who joins the family for some fun events.  Scruffy gets himself into a spot of trouble.   A surprise party is organised for Norman on his birthday and one of his gifts is a small key that turns out to be a very big surprise.   Norman organises a fishing trip for everyone unfortunately Nigel's lucky hat proves to be not so lucky after all. "

The journey of Sarah transforms her from a sweet, innocent girl into a powerful woman who captivates Ben Dawson. Set against an epic adventure involving ninety-six people fighting for survival, the narrative unfolds as a compelling mystery, revealing secrets about Sarah's past and her people's identity. Each page deepens the intrigue, with unexpected events that challenge the characters and keep readers guessing. Themes of love, self-sacrifice, and compassion drive the story, highlighting Sarah's innate bravery in the face of danger.