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  • av Michael Kerrigan
    300,-

    From imperial residences and aristocratic estates to hotels and urban mansions, Abandoned Palaces uses stunning photographs to tell the stories behind dilapidated structures from all around the world.

  • - A Guide
    av Michael Kerrigan
    296,-

    With one symbol per page, accompanied by a detailed explanation and history, and printed on high quality paper with a special binding, Classic Symbols is a unique and attractive book that explores the world of classic symbols and signs, revealing the deep meaning and often quirky history behind each one

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    296,-

    While we know that Bletchley was the centre of Britain's World War II code-breaking, how did its efforts actually change the course of the war? Enigma tells the story of Bletchley's role in assisting the Allied commanders to victory on the battlefield.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    300,-

    With 150 outstanding colour photographs, World War II Abandoned Places is a brilliant pictorial examination of both the military and non-military legacy of the greatest global conflict.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    200,-

    Paris is celebrated for its effortless elegance, romance and style. Shown here in all its arresting beauty, from the magnificent Notre-Dame and the unmissable Louvre, to the artistic backstreets of Montmartre and food shops on the Place de Madeleine, the grace of Paris is revealed through its iconic landmarks and hidden treasures.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    180,-

    New edition of William Blake in the popular Masterpieces of Art series.Rich and delicate, ethereal and muscular, the art of William Blake is as fascinating as the philosophies threading through his poetry and prophetic works. Presented here in this magnificent new collection, his vivid paintings and gently weaving illustrations are imprinted in the consciousness of Romantic art, but their impact on Gothic literature remains as strong and quixotic as the artist himself.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    296,-

    On September 11, 2001, Islamic terrorists hijacked four airliners, crashing them into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon and near the White House, killing nearly 3,000 people. Osama bin Laden and the al-Qaeda network quickly claimed responsibility for the outrage. The aftermath still reverberates around the world today. Afghanistan provides a photographic exploration of the 20-year war in Afghanistan, from the first deployment of US special forces in October 2001 to the final withdrawal of US forces in August 2021.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    296,-

    The Cold War provides a pictorial examination of this crucial era in history, offering the reader an instant understanding of the key events and figures in this 45-year period through 150 dramatic and memorable photographs.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    286,-

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    286,-

    Ranging from medieval Kievan Rus' to Vladimir Putin, The History of Russia explores the murder, brutality, genocide, insanity and skulduggery in the efforts to seize, and then maintain, power in the Slav heartland. Highly illustrated throughout, the book is a fascinating story from the Mongol invasions to the present day.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    296,-

    The mythology and folklore of England is as old as the land itself, rich in symbolism and full of tales of quests, ghosts and witches, romantic heroines, and noble outlaws. Who hasn't heard of the master sorcerer Merlin, Robin Hood and his merry men, or the legendary monster Grendel? Beginning with the great Anglo-Saxon epic Beowulf, English Myths explores the early legends of post-Roman England, many of which blend history and fantasy. The book goes on to examine the rich seam of Arthurian and romantic legends first told in the medieval era, before looking at English folk heroes and the beasts, witches, and ghosts that have haunted the land.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    296,-

    On 26 April 1986, the unthinkable happened - the worst nuclear accident in history. Chernobyl provides a photographic exploration of the catastrophe and its aftermath in 180 authentic photos. See the wreckage of No. 4 Reactor, the historic photos of the clean-up operation, and today's decaying apartments and deserted streets.

  • - From Catholic Crusaders to Conspiring Criminals
    av Michael Kerrigan
    330,-

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    300,-

    Temples have been places of worship and a focus for communities to gather since the earliest days of human civilisation. Illustrated with more than 180 photographs, Amazing Temples of the World includes more than 150 places of worship, from Ancient Greece and Rome, through traditional synagogues to modern Buddhist, Taoist and Sikh temples.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    300,-

    Illustrated with more than 200 colour photographs, Amazing Churches of the World includes more than 100 chapels, basilicas and cathedrals dating from the Middle Ages to the present-day.

  • - 1945-91
    av Michael Kerrigan
    286,-

    From building an electric fence between North and South Vietnam to building a US base on the moon, many hare-brained schemes were seriously considered by both sides in the Cold War. Cold War Plans That Never Happened tells the stories of some of the most secret and outrageous ideas, many of which would have changed the course of history.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    200,-

    From the arctic north, with its glittering sea ice and ethereal aurora borealis, to the lush forests and breathtaking fjordlands of the south, from the wind-battered coastlines of the Aleutian Islands to the sheltered bays of the Kodiak Archipelago, this book takes you on a pictorial journey through Alaska's most magnificent landscapes.

  • - Ancient Writing from Tomb Hieroglyphs to Roman Graffiti
    av Michael Kerrigan
    300,-

    From the Egyptians to the late Roman Empire, Ancient Peoples In Their Own Words celebrates historical primary sources in a way that will appeal to general readers. Using ancient inscriptions from tombs, ceramics and buildings, accompanied by translations and explanatory text, the book opens up the ancient world for today's readers.

  • - Man of Steel or Mass Murderer?
    av Michael Kerrigan
    296,-

    Stalin looks behind the dictator's image and explores his childhood, political awakening, criminal life, rise, and time in power, including his political ideology, secret police, gulags, purges and international relations. This is the fully-illustrated inside story behind one of the most significant figures of the 20th century.

  • - Crime, Corruption and Murder in the Motherland
    av Michael Kerrigan
    296,-

    Ranging from medieval Kievan Rus' to Vladimir Putin, Dark History of Russia explores the murder, brutality, genocide, insanity and skulduggery in the efforts to seize, and then maintain, power in the Slav heartland. Highly illustrated, Dark History of Russia is a fascinating story from the Mongol invasions to the present day.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    180,-

    Paul Nash, the British landscape and Surrealist painter, lived through both the First and Second World Wars. His depictions of these human catastrophes, with their damaged landscapes and broken machinery are much remembered today. This new book offers 100 powerful images, with an introduction to his life and art.

  • - Landmarks, Landscapes & Hidden Treasures
    av Michael Kerrigan & Kevin Eyres
    140,-

    Shows Ireland in all its beauty. From well-loved spots to seldom-seen vistas, this little book covers the whole of the Emerald Isle from Ulster North to Munster South, from Giant's Causeway to the Cliffs of Moher.

  • - Landmarks, Landscapes & Hidden Treasures
    av Michael Kerrigan
    131,-

    Scotland's landscape is wildly diverse, ranging from towering mountains reflected in mirror-like lochs to ancient castles and bustling city streets. This wonderful book provides captivating text and images of everywhere from the Borders in the south to Orkney in the north.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    200,-

  • - Artists from the Floating World
    av Michael Kerrigan
    350,-

    This gorgeous new book discusses the ever-present inspiration of Fuji in Japanese culture, its continued presence in 19th-century Ukiyo-e woodblock art and its influence on Western art. It reproduces numerous examples of the stunning artworks, some in complete series. Featuring prints by artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige, as well as others.

  • - Art Nouveau and the Vienna Secessionists
    av Michael Kerrigan
    300,-

    Gustav Klimt is renowned as a quintessential artist of the art nouveau movement, but he was one of a number of Viennese artists who strove to break free of the constraints of the academic art establishment. This new illustrated book focuses on the rich diversity of the movement and offers a sumptuous gift of colour and glamour for every art lover.

  • av Michael Kerrigan
    176,-

    Prior to the invention of the printing press, all books had to be written by hand. Illuminated manuscripts are the beautiful manifestation of this craft. Beginning with a thoughtful introduction, Illuminated Manuscripts Masterpieces of Art goes on to showcase key works in this stunning artistic genre.

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