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Hardback. Condition: Very Good. "A dynamic portrait. . . . Bess of Hardwick emerges from Devices and Desires as a fascinating and influential woman well deserving of many historians' attention." -- BBC History The critically acclaimed author of Serving Victoria brilliantly illuminates the life of the little-known Bess of Hardwick--next to Queen Elizabeth I, the richest and most powerful woman in sixteenth-century England. Aided by a quartet of judicious marriages and a shrewd head for business, Bess of Hardwick rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most respected and feared Countesses in Elizabethan England--an entrepreneur who built a family fortune, created glorious houses--the last and greatest built as a widow in her 70s--and was deeply involved in matters of the court, including the custody of Mary Queen of Scots. While Bess cultivated many influential courtiers, she also collected numerous enemies. Her embittered fourth husband once called her a woman of "devices and desires," while nineteenth-century male historians portrayed her as a monster--"a woman of masculine understanding and conduct, proud, furious, selfish and unfeeling." In the twenty-first century she has been neutered by female historians who recast her as a soft-hearted sort, much maligned, and misunderstood. As Kate Hubbard reveals, the truth of this highly accomplished woman lies somewhere in between: ruthless and scheming, Bess was sentimental and affectionate as well. Hubbard draws on more than 230 of Bess's letters, including correspondence with the Queen and her councilors, fond (and furious) missives between her husbands and children, and notes sharing titillating court gossip. The result is a rich, compelling portrait of a true feminist icon centuries ahead of her time--a complex, formidable, and decidedly modern woman captured in full as never before.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Everything you love about New England, all in one wonderful book! Children and parents alike will be delighted by seeing their favorite landmarks and landscapes, and will be inspired to adventure together in search of new wonders. Includes fun and friendly text to make a great shared reading experience.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. "The narrative unfolds like a high-stakes crime novel."--Kirkus Reviews In 1898, a group of schoolboys in Bridgeport, Connecticut discovered gruesome packages under a bridge holding the dismembered remains of a young woman. Finding that the dead woman had just undergone an abortion, prosecutors raced to establish her identity and fix blame for her death. Suspicion fell on Nancy Guilford, half of a married pair of "doctors" well known to police throughout New England. A fascinated public followed the suspect's flight from justice, as many rooted for the fugitive. The Disquieting Death of Emma Gill takes a close look not only at the Guilfords, but also at the cultural shifts and social compacts that allowed their practice to flourish while abortion was both illegal and unregulated. Focusing on the women at the heart of the story--both victim and perpetrator--Biederman reexamines this slice of history through a feminist lens and reminds us of the very real lives at stake when a woman's body and choices are controlled by others.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The 2019 Cricket World Cup is commemorated in this unique collection of match reports and articles from the pages of The Times.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A guide to more than 40 walks and hikes along the New England coast.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The full inside story of England's remarkable Rugby World Cup campaign.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. * The popular cyclist, Josie Dew, cycles the perimeter of England and Wales and shares her unique and entertaining perspective of the Coast and its people in the perpetual adventure of her life on wheels.

Hardback. Condition: Fair. Everything you love about New England, all in one wonderful book! Children and parents alike will be delighted by seeing their favorite landmarks and landscapes, and will be inspired to adventure together in search of new wonders. Includes fun and friendly text to make a great shared reading experience.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. John Milton's Commonplace Book is the only known political notebook of a radical polemicist writing during the English civil war, and the most extensive manuscript record of reading we have from any major English poet from this period. In this rethinking of a surprisingly neglected body of evidence, Thomas Fulton explores Milton's reading practices and the ways he used this reading in his writing. Fulton's close study of the Commonplace Book suggests that this reading record is far from the haphazard collection of notes that it first appears but is instead a program of research which had its own ideology that responded to the reading habits and practices of Milton's contemporaries. Created mostly in the late 1630s and during the overthrow of the Stuart government in the 1640s, Milton's reading notes yield a number of surprises, the most fundamental being a highly structured commitment to political history. Fulton explores the relationship between the manuscript author and his polemical persona, placing the Commonplace Book, the manuscript Digression to the History of Britain, and some wartime poems in revealing contrast to the printed political texts of this period.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. The Karen Brown Guides have been trusted by travellers for over 20 years for their warm, engaging, and up to date reviews of the finest inns and small hotels in Europe and North America. Only the most charming places to stay make it onto the pages of these guides - no inn can buy its way in, and those not maintaining their standards every year are dropped. These guides are so reliable that travellers have come to plan their whole holidays around Karen Brown's recommendations. Charming Inns & Itineraries includes easy-to-follow itineraries in regions of prime interest and reviews based on the charm of the inn, its setting, cleanliness, and above all, the warmth of welcome.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. This essential and timely guide to all things England and English has all the makings of a Christmas bestseller.

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Paperback. Condition: Good. An illustrated collection of chilling ghost stories covering each county in England including the Haunting of the Theatre Royal in Bath and Poltergeists in Lincolnshire. The perfect read for anyone interested in ghosts and the supernatural.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. On February 24, 1838, Maine Congressman Jonathan Cilley was killed in Maryland by another Congressman from Kentucky in one of the last duels to take place in the United States. At the time, dueling was not illegal, but still Cilley's death was a shock to the nation. Before the duel, fought with rifles at less than one hundred paces, Cilley is believed to have said, New England must not be trampled on. He fought for the honor of his name, the honor of his home state, and the stout patriotism he held all his life. This revealing biography considers Cilley's short life: his early years in New Hampshire, his time at Bowdoin College and his friendship with Nathaniel Hawthorn, his marriage and political life, the events that caused him to accept the duel challenge, and the duel itself, with its tragic aftermath. It also provides an intriguing look into the politics of nineteenth century America. …

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Everything you love about New England, all in one wonderful book! Children and parents alike will be delighted by seeing their favorite landmarks and landscapes, and will be inspired to adventure together in search of new wonders. Includes fun and friendly text to make a great shared reading experience.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. A compelling account of scandal and betrayal in Regency England.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Hidden New England Features a virtual bed-and-breakfast guide with over 200 country inns, coastal hotels, and mountain lodges. The region's landmarks are brought to life with interesting historical facts and stories. Carefully mapped out driving tours are included for the best of fall foliage viewing.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. This England Annual is packed with informative articles, beautiful colour photographs, puzzles, quizzes and uplifting pieces of poetry celebrating all that is best about England and the English way of life. It's the perfect gift for anyone who loves English history, heritage and culture. …

Hardback. Condition: Good. A PASSIONATE, PERSONAL AND CRITICAL ACCOUNT OF HOW FOOTBALL LOST ITS SOUL AND WHAT WE CAN DO TO GET IT BACK, BY THE UK'S LEADING VOICE IN FOOTBALL.

Paperback. Condition: Good. 'For me, he is England's greatest ever player' - Gary Lineker'Sir Bobby was a hero to millions, not just in Manchester or the United Kingdom, but wherever football is played around the world' - Manchester United FCSir Bobby Charlton is widely acknowledged as the greatest player ever to wear an England shirt. He won a record number of caps and scored a record number of goals. Here, in the second volume of his bestselling autobiography, Sir Bobby talks in detail about his phenomenal career with England. During the 12 years he played for his country, he was involved in some of the greatest England games of all time: the 9-3 thrashing of Scotland, the 1962 and 1970 World Cup games against the Brazilians, the classic 1970 World Cup quarter-final against West Germany and, of course, the triumph of the 1966 World Cup. His story encompasses drama, passion, goals, controversies, classic matches, world-class players, and moments of footballing genius. A truly inspirational story from a true football legend.RIP Sir Bobby Charlton 1937-2023.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. A poignant letter to the country, from the Archbishop of York, on why the Christian narrative still makes sense.

Paperback. Condition: Good. The Road to Wigan Pier for the 21st Century.

Paperback. Condition: Good. A travel guide to New England, packed with comprehensive coverage of various attractions. It lets you discover New England's highlights with coverage ranging from apple picking and beachcombing to Yankee cooking and zip lines.

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Paperback. Condition: Good. A miscellany from one of the nation's favourite Englishmen of everything an Englishman should know. Like Schott's Miscellany and The Little Book of Patriotism, here is everything to celebrate our Englishness.

Paperback. Condition: Good. In each story in this series, a fictional character's personal account allows the reader to view dramatic events at close range. This title tells the dramatic events of the Spanish Armada.

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