The Pocket Book of PatriotismHalstead Books, 2004 - 64 Seiten The Pocket Book of Patriotism proved that George Courtauld had a real gift for making history simple. The book became a word-of-mouth bestseller which dominated bookseller lists for many weeks. Now in this book he brings his talents to bear on great British figures. From King Arthur and The Venerable Bede, Isambard Kingdom Brunel and Oliver Cromwell, to St Patrick and William Wilberforce, here are 100 patriots of which, in the author's view, we should be unashamedly proud. Presenting these beacon figures in the form of CVs, the author (himself a headhunter) casts their careers in a new light, highlighting key historical events, milestones in their careers, all reinforced by quotes from the figures themselves, capped by their personal hobbies and interests. Alongside the familiar names like William Caxton, Nelson and Elizabeth I, come those which are perhaps less familiar but no less important - Edward Longshanks, the Hammer of the Scots, and Warwick the Kingmaker; Pelagius and Dr Harvey. The result is a fascinating slice of history which brings key British figures to life in a simple and most accessible way. Anyone who enjoyed The Pocket Book of Patriotism will savour this book. |
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... Fall of Rouen to the English 1420 The Treaty of Troyes recognises King Henry as heir to the French crown 1420 The Portuguese under Prince Henry the Navigator start exploring West Africa Reign of Henry VI 1422-61 THE HOUSE OF YORK The 16 ...
... Fall of Rouen to the English 1420 The Treaty of Troyes recognises King Henry as heir to the French crown 1420 The Portuguese under Prince Henry the Navigator start exploring West Africa Reign of Henry VI 1422-61 THE HOUSE OF YORK The 16 ...
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... enemies , And make them fall : Confound their politics , Frustrate their knavish tricks , On Thee our hopes we fix ; God save us all ! Thy choicest gifts in store On him be pleased to pour ; Long may he reign : May he defend our laws 56 56.
... enemies , And make them fall : Confound their politics , Frustrate their knavish tricks , On Thee our hopes we fix ; God save us all ! Thy choicest gifts in store On him be pleased to pour ; Long may he reign : May he defend our laws 56 56.
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... fall , Whilst thou shalt flourish great and free , The dread and envy of them all . Rule , Britannia ! etc. Still more majestic shalt thou rise , More dreadful from each foreign stroke , As the loud blast that tears the skies , Serves ...
... fall , Whilst thou shalt flourish great and free , The dread and envy of them all . Rule , Britannia ! etc. Still more majestic shalt thou rise , More dreadful from each foreign stroke , As the loud blast that tears the skies , Serves ...
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