History

This book is a biographical narrative of King George V, the British monarch who reigned from 1910 to 1936. Written by the popular historian Sir Arthur Bryant, this specific volume was published in 1936 as part of a series of concise historical biographies.

Author: Arthur Bryant

**Good vintage copy

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While historical focus has long centered on the West, this internationally acclaimed bestseller masterfully shifts our perspective toward the true spine of global history: the vibrant region stretching across Central Asia deep into China and India. The Silk Roads offers a dazzling reassessment of the past, exploring the powerful forces that drove the rise and fall of empires, shaped international trade, and continue to dominate modern global politics. Highly praised by The Times as an ambitious, detailed, and immensely entertaining masterpiece, this non-fiction book is essential for any history lover.

Author: Peter Frankopan

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An epic quest for survival, education, and hope that spans multiple African nations. Shifting from a refugee camp in Ethiopia to a grueling journey through Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe, young Aher Arop Bol refuses to remain lost after being separated from his parents in war-torn Sudan. Praised by celebrated local author Antjie Krog as a story that stays with you!

Author: Aher Arop Bol

**Water stains on the corners of roughly the last 30 pages of the book. Most visible on the last few pages. Other than that the book is still in a great overall condition. 

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This biography chronicles the nineteenth-century expeditions of Jed Smith, a pivotal figure in the expansion of the American frontier. Operating as a courageous trapper and explorer, Smith successfully navigated treacherous territories west of the Rocky Mountains, charting vital paths for future pioneers. Driven by his deep Christian faith, he pursued his ambitions with honor while surviving extreme wilderness dangers that few others could endure. Ideal for students, this inspiring volume highlights an extraordinary life defined by unwavering testimony, resilience, and true adventure.

Author: Frank Latham (Christian Liberty Press)

Ex-Library but very good condition.

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Step into a vibrant cultural history with Polish Customs, Traditions, & Folklore by Sophie Hodorowicz Knab. This unique reference volume provides a fascinating, month-by-month accounting of the major feasts, holidays, religious occasions, and cultural milestones observed across the centuries. Perfect for families wanting to pass down their heritage or readers exploring Slavic roots, this specialized guide details historical rituals, superstitious beliefs, farming customs, and wedding ceremonies. This beautiful Gift Edition features an introduction by Rev. Czesław M. Krysa and includes traditional Polish games and pastimes for children.

Author: Sophie Hodorowicz Knab

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This highly collectible 1964 Folio Society edition of Scott's Last Expedition compiles the poignant journals of Captain Robert Falcon Scott during the ill-fated 1910–1913 Terra Nova Expedition. Bound in striking blue linen cloth with a gold-gilt polar coordinate motif, it includes an introduction by famed explorer Sir Vivian Fuchs, bridging two eras of polar exploration. The text is enriched by historical black-and-white photographs and detailed route maps on the endpapers. Featuring a blue top stain, this volume is essential for collectors of maritime history and fine press books.

Author: Captain Robert Falcon Scott

**Very good vintage condition

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Relive a daring polar expedition in this definitive account by Sir Vivian Fuchs and Sir Edmund Hillary. The Crossing of Antarctica details the historic 1955–1958 Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition. Echoing Shackleton, Fuchs’s advance ship was trapped by ice in the Weddell Sea, forcing two years of grueling preparation. Together with Hillary’s New Zealand support party, twelve men tackled a treacherous two-thousand-mile overland march across uncharted snow, colossal ice walls, and hidden crevasses. From mechanical trials and a daring single-engine flight to blinding "white-out" fogs, this classic narrative captures a legendary feat of endurance across a lonely, unknown continent no human had ever traversed before. First Edition 1958

Author: Sir Vivian Fuchs & Sir Edmund Hillary

**Very good vintage condition

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Anastasia's Album brings history to life by compiling the actual personal letters, diaries, and photographs of Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov. Fondly remembered by her tutor as the "imp of the house," Anastasia's lively personality shines through her cozy family tradition of scrapbooking and hand-coloring black-and-white snapshots. Compiled by Canadian historian Hugh Brewster from long-hidden Moscow state archives, this book traces her journey from a happy childhood in glittering palaces to her family's final exile. Filled with original photographs and her own childhood artwork, it offers an authentic portrait of her remarkable life.

Author: Hugh Brewster

**Note: Small patch of old price-sticker residue on the front cloth board under the jacket. Otherwise in excellent condition.

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The Looting of the Iraq Museum, Baghdad: The Lost Legacy of Ancient Mesopotamia documents the April 2003 destruction and theft of priceless antiquities spanning 10,000 years of human history. Published in 2005 by Harry N. Abrams, Inc., this volume traces the history of ancient Mesopotamia from prehistory to the advent of Islam through chapters written by international archaeologists. Lavishly illustrated with 190 color photographs, the book reconstructs the museum's lost collection—including famous artifacts like the Warka Vase, the Akkadian Victory Stela, and the Nimrud Gold. A vital record of archaeology, history, and cultural preservation.

Author: Edited By: Milbry Polk & Angela M. H. Schuster

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Unearth the hidden lore of the UK's dynamic capital with I Never Knew That About London by Christopher Winn. Published by Ebury Press, this enthralling miscellany guides readers through 2,000 years of urban history. Discover fascinating, lesser-known stories behind architectural milestones, from ancient Roman walls and Tudor palaces to the world's first underwater tunnels, the biggest dome, and the loftiest church. This gorgeous hardcover edition is richly illustrated, beautifully pairing vivid color photographs with delicate pen and ink drawings. Packed with historical snippets and witty trivia, it is the ultimate companion guide for travel enthusiasts, history buffs, and Anglophiles alike.

Author: Christopher Winn

**Note: There are two tears on the dustjacket at the back, however, the book is in excellent condition, thus the overall very good rating. 

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Discover the extraordinary life of Jeannette Rankin, the pioneer who broke political barriers as the first woman ever elected to the United States Congress. Raised in Missoula, Montana, Jeannette grew into a fierce advocate for women’s suffrage, social work, and world peace, playing a pivotal role in securing women's right to vote. Written by Mary Barmeyer O'Brien, this inspiring young adult biography traces Rankin's courageous journey from her Montana girlhood to her historic presence in the House of Representatives. 

Author: Mary Barmeyer O'Brien

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Die Tweede Vryheidsoorlog vir jongmense - Hierdie handboek oor die Tweede Vryheidsoorlog is gebore uit 'n prysvraag van die Suid-Afrikaanse Akademie vir Wetenskap en Kuns, spesifiek saamgestel met skoolgebruik in gedagte. Dr. G. D. Scholtz probeer nie om ál die klein detail in een dik boek te prop nie; eerder bied hy 'n duidelike, toeganklike en goed gestruktureerde oorsig van die belangrikste feite en gebeurtenisse. Hy fokus veral op die redes waarom dinge gebeur het soos dit het, sodat lesers die groter prentjie van die konflik maklik kan verstaan. Dit is die perfekte wegspringplek vir skoliere en geskiedenis-liefhebbers wat 'n stewige fondament wil bou en wat dalk geïnspireer wil word om self dieper in ons land se geskiedenis te gaan delf!

Author: G. D. Scholtz

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Step aboard the world's most famous ocean liner with this official guide. Chapter by chapter, brief historical overviews give way to visual galleries. Retrace the construction, passanger life, the iceberg collision, rescue operations, and deep-sea expeditions that recovered seabed artifacts. Included is a bonus fold-out poster detailing ship compartments and explaining how the wreckage occurred after impact. A visual keepsake preserving maritime history.

Author: Unknown

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