Hawthorne Peter (124 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Sixty-three animals have won the Dicken Medal, the highest award for animal bravery. Their inspiring stories are told, for the first time in one book, The Animal Victoria Cross. Four types of animal have been honoured, dogs, horses, pigeons and one cat. Simon, the feline, is credited with saving an entire ships crew. Canine breeds include Alsatians, Terriers, Collies and Spaniels. The majority of awards were related to war service and the conflicts include the Second World War, Korea, Iraq, Yugoslavia and Afghanistan. The Al-Qaeda attack on the Twin Towers as well as the Blitz saw great courage exhibited by animals such as Rip, the dog who saved many lives. In addition to British animals, there are American, Canadian, Australian and Egyptian winners of this unique award. This delightful book will be treasured by animal lovers everywhere. It is ideal to dip into or read from cover to cover. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. 6.5 x 9.5 inches. 221 pages. Inscribed by the author in ink across from the dedication page. Some wiritng in ink on the back endpapers. Very good condition. Inscribed By Author.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

hardcover. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Foxing to the pages.…

Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.…

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. For the first time, this book chronicles all the daring escapes from Oflag IV-C Colditz Castle. By late 1939, the German Blitzkrieg offensive had swept up a number of prisoners of war who were housed in forts and purpose-built camps. To the committed escape artist this was an initiation test, and many officers made light work of regaining their freedom, however finding passage to safety was difficult and recapture was often the outcome. Gradually Allied officers became such persistent planners of escape that the German High Command required an escape-proof prison, deep in Eastern Germany. Colditz Castle, with it's rich history and imposing walls, provided such a place. The Polish were amongst the first prisoners to be incarcerated at Colditz. On 7 November 1940 the first British contingent arrived to join the men who were already stationed at the camp known as Oflag IV-C, including the Laufen Six with Major Pat Reid. Gradually more Allied officers arrived, including Belgians, French and Dutch, all of whom were all branded as 'troublesome or persistent escape artists'. They made up a community of committed officers hell-bent on escape with a wide variety of skills to exchange and hone, and there was also an escape by the Indian national, Dr Biren Mazumdar. The inmates also included Prominente who were political prisoners such as Giles Romilly, the nephew of Winston Churchill. These men were amongst the bravest to serve in the Second World War and risked everything to ensure maximum disruption to the German war machine. Over the next four years there were 183 recorded escape attempts. The security officer at Colditz, Reinhold Eggers, established a museum in the Castle with exhibits, disguises and forged identity papers to educate his guards and prevent further escapes. Vital resources were diverted to guarding these men and the effort, time and money required to track down the men who escaped harmed the war effort of Nazi Germany. AUTHOR: Peter Hawthorne is an author of history books. His first, The Animal Victoria Cross, was also published by Pen and Sword. Peter lives in Shropshire with his wife and two daughters. 16 b/w illustrations Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: New. Brand New.

Condition: New.

Hardback. Condition: New. For the first time, this book chronicles all the daring escapes from Oflag IV-C Colditz Castle.By late 1939, the German Blitzkrieg offensive had swept up a number of prisoners of war who were housed in forts and purpose-built camps. To the committed escape artist this was an initiation test, and many officers made light work of regaining their freedom, however finding passage to safety was difficult and recapture was often the outcome. Gradually Allied officers became such persistent planners of escape that the German High Command required an escape-proof prison, deep in Eastern Germany. Colditz Castle, with it's rich history and imposing walls, provided such a place.The Polish were amongst the first prisoners to be incarcerated at Colditz. On 7 November 1940 the first British contingent arrived to join the men who were already stationed at the camp known as Oflag IV-C, including the Laufen Six with Major Pat Reid. Gradually more Allied officers arrived, including Belgians, French and Dutch, all of whom were all branded as 'troublesome or persistent escape artists'. They made up a community of committed officers hell-bent on escape with a wide variety of skills to exchange and hone, and there was also an escape by the Indian national, Dr Biren Mazumdar. The inmates also included Prominente who were political prisoners such as Giles Romilly, the nephew of Winston Churchill. These men were amongst the bravest to serve in the Second World War and risked everything to ensure maximum disruption to the German war machine.Over the next four years there were 183 recorded escape attempts. The security officer at Colditz, Reinhold Eggers, established a museum in the Castle with exhibits, disguises and forged identity papers to educate his guards and prevent further escapes. Vital resources were diverted to guarding these men and the effort, time and money required to track down the men who escaped harmed the war effort of Nazi Germany.…

Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. Colditz: The Escapes. Book.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 44 pages. Bruce Ackermann on the Supreme Court "The Art of Stealth" / Andrew O'Hagan "In His Hot Head" / Tony Harrison "Florida Frost" (poem) / Joseph Frank "Why Sakhalin?" / Catherine Merridale "Die Tschechowa" / Mary Hawthorne "Disconnected Realities" / Marina Warner "Pick the small ones" / Sarah Manguso - 2 poems "The Black Garden" and "Wickedest Man" / David Simpson "Are we there yet?" / Peter Campbell at the Saatchi Gallery / J Hoberman "Subject, Spectator, Phantom" / Ferdinand Mount "Masses and Classes".…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. The jacket is a little shelf rubbed. It is protected in cellophane. The boards show little wear. Internally, clean. Tightly bound. r*20/05/2026. [ak]. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. A tight, bright, and clean copy with no inscriptions, no creases to spine, and no foxing to contents. 158pp. (15.5x23.5cm). Please contact us for any more information.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. 80th anniversary in 2023. Updated to cover all 74 winners of this most coveted award for animal bravery (15 extra entries). Stirring stories of courage and combat. The only book on the market so unique and original. Sixty-three animals have won the Dicken Medal, the highest award for animal bravery. Their inspiring stories are told, for the first time in one book, The Animal Victoria Cross. Four types of animal have been honoured, dogs, horses, pigeons and one cat. Simon, the feline, is credited with saving an entire ships crew. Canine breeds include Alsatians, Terriers, Collies and Spaniels. The majority of awards were related to war service and the conflicts include the Second World War, Korea, Iraq, Yugoslavia and Afghanistan. The Al-Qaeda attack on the Twin Towers as well as the Blitz saw great courage exhibited by animals such as Rip, the dog who saved many lives. In addition to British animals, there are American, Canadian, Australian and Egyptian winners of this unique award. This delightful book will be treasured by animal lovers everywhere. It is ideal to dip into or read from cover to cover. AUTHOR: Peter Hawthorne is Head of History and Lecturer in Law at Stafford College. He lives near Telford, Shropshire. 16 b/w illustrations 80th anniversary in 2023. Updated to cover all 74 winners of this most coveted award for animal bravery (15 extra entries). Stirring stories of courage and combat. The only book on the market so unique and original. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

hardcover. Condition: New. *Brand new* Ships from USA.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Encuadernación de tapa dura. Condition: Bien. Dust Jacket Condition: Bien. 1ª Edición. Traducción de Roser Berdagué. Col. Naturaleza y Ciencia. Con fotos en b/n. El servicio contrareembolso tiene un coste adicional de 3 euros. Narrativa (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. Dust jacket has some soiling, rubbing and one tear. Good condition. Book slightly bent with soiling around edge of pages. Clean otherwise; Very Good condition.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee.

Tapa dura. Condition: Bueno.

Condition: Good. 1968. First Edition. 189 pages. Signed by the author. Cream dust jacket with lettering over blue cloth. Contains black and white photographs. Presumed signed by the author with dedication to reverse side of front endpaper. Pages remain bright and clear with mild tanning and foxing to edges. Slightly more pronounced to endpapers and pastedowns. Binding remains firm. Boards have slight edge wear with corner bumping. Mild sunning to spine and edges with some crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Unclipped jacket has noticeable edge-wear with tears and chipping. Small hole to spine. Water staining with mild foxing to insides.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. Small stamp mark of the previous owner. Publication of 189 pages. The dust jacket is a little shelf rubbed. The boards are in good condition. There are old tap residue marks on the end pages, the remainder of the pages are clean and complete. The text is legible. Tightly bound and presented in cellophane. The binding is excellent. GK. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.…

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. The wraps are slightly shelf rubbed and a little edge worn. It is internally clean and tightly bound. Complete with 221 pages. [B.K.]. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.

Condition: New. 2026. hardcover. . . . . .

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 200 pages. 9.49x0.91x6.42 inches. In Stock.

Encuadernación de tapa dura. Condition: Aceptable. Sin Sobrecubierta. 1ª Edición. Titulo original: The transplanted heart. Traducción de Roser Berdagué. Dos primeras páginas sucias. Cubierta en tela editorial. Deslucido en ñps laterales. Los gastos de envío son calculados para un peso inferior a 1kg, superándose este peso le informaremos de los gastos de envío adicionales.…