(Paperback, 3rd edition)

Fully revised and updated, the third edition of this deservedly popular history book incorporates new currents in historical writing on matters such as the language of class, the position of women, and the revolution worked by the Internet and mobile technologies.

(Paperback)

Where is China going

(Paperback, Second Edition)

Now in a fully updated edition, this accessible text provides a balanced history of modern China in a global context. The authorsfocus especially on Chinas culture, warfare, and immediate neighbors and provide a uniquecomparative approach to bridge the cultural divide separating Chinese history from Western readers trying to understand it.

(Hardback, Second Edition)

Now in a fully updated edition, this accessible text provides a balanced history of modern China in a global context. The authorsfocus especially on Chinas culture, warfare, and immediate neighbors and provide a uniquecomparative approach to bridge the cultural divide separating Chinese history from Western readers trying to understand it.

(Paperback, Main)

Acclaimed for its penetration, balance and insight, Modern Greece tells the story of Greece and the Greek people from the founding of Constantinople to the late twentieth century. 'Very readable, very informative.' Sunday Times

(Paperback)

Looks at how key events in Irish history contributed to the creation of the 'Irish Nation'. This book supersedes all other accounts of modern Irish history".

(Paperback)

All That Matters about modern Japan.

(Paperback)

(Paperback, Main)

A luminous, original and unforgettable exploration of a country and its literature, viewed through the eyes of Vyacheslav Molotov, one of Stalin's fiercest henchmen.

(Hardback)

(Paperback)

A narrative of early capitalism's most famous scandal, a speculative frenzy that nearly bankrupted the British state during the hot summer of 1720 and paradoxically led to the birth of modern finance.

(Hardback)

(Paperback)

Featuring specially commissioned artwork and maps, carefully chosen illustrations and insightful analysis, this book examines the legendary Mongol warriors and their vastly different European opponents.

(Paperback)

An enthralling account of day-to-day life in a medieval French village. Using records gathered by the Catholic Church in its pursuit of heretics, the book recreates the lives of a rich cast of village characters.

(Paperback)

The compelling account of one of the most ferocious and costly battles of World War Two, including interviews with hundreds of veterans who have never spoken publicly before

(Paperback)

The five-month Monte Cassino campaign in central Italy is one of the best-known European land battles of World War Two, alongside D-Day and Stalingrad. It has a particular resonance now, because Cassino, with its multitude of participating armies - most notably the American 5th Army under the controversial General Mark Clark.

(Paperback)

Two men came to personify British and German generalship in the Second World War: Bernard Montgomery and Erwin Rommel. They fought a series of extraordinary duels across several theatres of war which established them as two of the greatest captains of their age. This title tracks and compares their military talents and personalities in battle.

(Hardback, Revised and expanded edition)

Presents a photographic and narrative survey of the major sites of the Inca empire, including the famed city of Machu Picchu, the Inca town and sun temple of Ollantaytambo, the mighty temple-fortress of Sacsahuaman, and the steeply terraced ruins of Pisac. This book also includes chapters about Choquequirao, Chinchero, and Vitcos.

(Paperback)

A clear, intelligently-written guide to a crucial period of Spanish history

(Hardback)

This deeply-reported narrative illuminates the battle for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Boy Scouts of America, a decades-long struggle led by teenagers, parents, activists, and everyday Americans.

(Hardback)

In the sequel to his sleeper hit Bad Days in History, acclaimed journalist Michael Farquhar brings us another 365 wickedly entertaining days of historical bad luck, epic misfortune, and unadulterated mayhem.

(Paperback)

The former Prime Minister examines the history of one of the great loves of his life.

(Hardback)

This incisive book introduces post-apartheid South Africa to an international audience. Despite calls to undermine the 1994 political settlement characterized by human rights guarantees and the rule of law, diplomat John Campbell argues that the country's future is bright and that its democratic institutions will weather its current governance.

(Paperback)

Paperback edition of the follow on to the successful Rising Sun, Falling Skies. This is a comprehensive and dramatic retelling of the Guadalcanal and Solomons naval campaign--the daring Allied offensive to protect Australia and the South Pacific from Japanese invasion.