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The Oxford Companion to British History

2015 History
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Book Synopsis The Oxford Companion to British History by : John Cannon

Download or read book The Oxford Companion to British History written by John Cannon. This book was released on 2015. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In over 4,500 entries, this Companion covers all aspects of the history of Britain from 55 BC to the present day. Completely revised and updated, this is the go-to reference work for students and teachers of British history, as well as for anyone with an interest in the subject.

The Companion to British History

2015-07-30 History
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Book Synopsis The Companion to British History by : Charles Arnold-Baker

Download or read book The Companion to British History written by Charles Arnold-Baker. This book was released on 2015-07-30. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1996, this comprehensive guide to the history of Britain and its peoples will be indispensable reading for the general enthusiast, as well as students. It is packed full of fascinating detail on everything from Hadrian’s Wall to the Black Death to Tony Blair. The book was assembled over more than thirty years and has seen updates in three editions. "He has done for historical encyclopaedias what Samuel Johnson did for dictionaries." Andrew Roberts, The Daily Telegraph "An astonishing synthesis of information." Roger Scruton, The Times "An astonishing achievement, a compelling book for dipping into, a splendid work." Simon Hoggart, The Guardian "This marvellous book, which contains tens of thousands of historical facts will enlighten, amuse, and inform. Every home should have one." Simon Heffer, The Daily Mail "If you were marooned on that mythical desert island with only one history book, this would be the one to take. Buy three copies – one for the children, one for the grandchildren- and one for yourself." John Charmley, The Daily Telegraph

The Oxford Companion to Black British History

2010-04-22 History
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Release : 2010-04-22
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Book Synopsis The Oxford Companion to Black British History by : David Dabydeen

Download or read book The Oxford Companion to Black British History written by David Dabydeen. This book was released on 2010-04-22. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique A-Z guide to the history of black people in the British Isles from classical times to the present day. With entries for landmark figures (e.g. Mary Seacole, Crimean nurse), key events (the Brixton Riots), concepts (Emancipation), and historical accounts. Wide-ranging coverage from medicine and warfare to art, music, sport, and education.

A Dictionary of British History

2004 Great Britain
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Release : 2004
Genre : Great Britain
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Book Synopsis A Dictionary of British History by : John Ashton Cannon

Download or read book A Dictionary of British History written by John Ashton Cannon. This book was released on 2004. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When was the first motorway opened? What did the Levellers believe in? What was the book of sports? Where did the Rebecca riots take place? What prompted the Cat and Mouse Act? How long did the Hundred Years War last? When was the treaty of Worms for?Drawing on from the highly acclaimed Oxford Companion to British History, published in 1997, The Dictionary of British History published in the very popular OPR series first in 2001 and now reissued for 2003 is a handy and invaluable reference work essential for anyone with an interest in British history and in need for a compact reference source.

The Oxford Companion to Family and Local History

2010-02-25 Reference
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Release : 2010-02-25
Genre : Reference
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Book Synopsis The Oxford Companion to Family and Local History by : David Hey

Download or read book The Oxford Companion to Family and Local History written by David Hey. This book was released on 2010-02-25. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Oxford Companion to Family and Local History is the most authoritative guide available to all things associated with the family and local history of the British Isles. It provides practical and contextual information for anyone enquiring into their English, Irish, Scottish, or Welsh origins and for anyone working in genealogical research, or the social history of the British Isles. This fully revised and updated edition contains over 2,000 entries from adoption to World War records. Recommended web links for many entries are accessed and updated via the Family and Local History companion website. This edition provides guidance on how to research your family tree using the internet and details the full range of online resources available. Newly structured for ease of use, thematic articles are followed by the A-Z dictionary and detailed appendices, which includefurther reading. New articles for this edition are: A Guide for Beginners, Links between British and American Families, Black and Asian Family History, and an extended feature on Names. With handy research tips, a full background to the social history of communities and individuals, and an updated appendix listing all national and local record offices with their contact details, this is an essential reference work for anyone wanting advice on how to approach genealogical research, as well as a fascinating read for anyone interested in the past.

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