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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... Pope Adrian IV , ( Nicholas Breakspear , the only English Pope , ) grants Ireland to Henry II of England 1163 Work starts on Notre Dame 1174 Work starts on Wells Cathedral 1174 Leaning Tower of Pisa built 1187 Saladin captures Jerusalem ...
... Pope Adrian IV , ( Nicholas Breakspear , the only English Pope , ) grants Ireland to Henry II of England 1163 Work starts on Notre Dame 1174 Work starts on Wells Cathedral 1174 Leaning Tower of Pisa built 1187 Saladin captures Jerusalem ...
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... Pope imposes an Interdict on England 1209 The Pope excommunicates King John 1200 The University of Paris founded 1201 The Fourth Crusade 1204 Constantinople sacked by the Crusaders 1208-1214 The Albigensian Crusade 1214 The Battle of ...
... Pope imposes an Interdict on England 1209 The Pope excommunicates King John 1200 The University of Paris founded 1201 The Fourth Crusade 1204 Constantinople sacked by the Crusaders 1208-1214 The Albigensian Crusade 1214 The Battle of ...
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... Pope , monks and friars , attracting followers to the Lollard movement 1377 The Pope returns to Rome 1381 The Peasants Revolt : Popes at Avignon and Rome 1423/4 The English victories at Cravant and Verneuil 1428 The 15 BRITAIN ABROAD.
... Pope , monks and friars , attracting followers to the Lollard movement 1377 The Pope returns to Rome 1381 The Peasants Revolt : Popes at Avignon and Rome 1423/4 The English victories at Cravant and Verneuil 1428 The 15 BRITAIN ABROAD.
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