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Agincourt 1415: The Archers' Story

The Archers' Story

by Anne Curry ...

'Attempts to see the conflict from the perspectives of those who fought.' – History TodayThe Battle of Agincourt still rings down through the centuries as a quite incredible victory by the outnumbered, happy few of England, enfeebled by disease and exhaustion, against the might of French chivalry. For many commentators then and now, it was the English archers who won the day for Henry V. This ... Read more

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'Attempts to see the conflict from the perspectives of those who fought.' – History TodayThe Battle of Agincourt still rings down through the centuries as a quite incredible victory by the outnumbered, happy few of England, enfeebled by disease and exhaustion, against the might of French chivalry. For many commentators then and now, it was the English archers who won the day for Henry V. This
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The Men of the Mary Rose

Raising the Dead

by A J Stirland ...

The Mary Rose was one of King Henry VIII's favourite warships until she sank during an engagement with the French fleet on 19 July 1545. Her rediscovery and raising were seminal events in the history of nautical archaeology. Apart from the Captain and the Vice Admiral, nothing is known about the crew of the Mary Rose - the only evidence about her complement of 415 men rests with their skeletal ... Read more

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The Mary Rose was one of King Henry VIII's favourite warships until she sank during an engagement with the French fleet on 19 July 1545. Her rediscovery and raising were seminal events in the history of nautical archaeology. Apart from the Captain and the Vice Admiral, nothing is known about the crew of the Mary Rose - the only evidence about her complement of 415 men rests with their skeletal
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Towton 1461

The Anatomy of a Battle

by A.W. Boardman ...

'Towton, the bloodbath that changed the course of our history . . . an invaluable book.' - A.A. Gill, The Sunday Times Magazine.'Boardman has unrivalled knowledge of the ground and the record, such as it is, of the battle fought there.' - Times Higher Education Supplement.'an admirably comprehensive account' - Yorkshire Post.' ***a marvel of evocation.***' - Robe... ... Read more

$14.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

'Towton, the bloodbath that changed the course of our history . . . an invaluable book.' - A.A. Gill, The Sunday Times Magazine.'Boardman has unrivalled knowledge of the ground and the record, such as it is, of the battle fought there.' - Times Higher Education Supplement.'an admirably comprehensive account' - Yorkshire Post.' ***a marvel of evocation.***' - Robe...
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Raven's Apprentice

by D Robert Hardy ...

Raven's Apprentice is a compelling true story from the west coast of B.C. that launches you into the world of Raven and our interconnectedness with all living things."Suddenly, without warning, they spun on a fin and started charging the boat. My thrill turned to real panic. Killer whales attacking a boat. Had there ever been such a thing? A paralysis gripped me. Now, within striking distance, ... Read more

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Raven's Apprentice is a compelling true story from the west coast of B.C. that launches you into the world of Raven and our interconnectedness with all living things."Suddenly, without warning, they spun on a fin and started charging the boat. My thrill turned to real panic. Killer whales attacking a boat. Had there ever been such a thing? A paralysis gripped me. Now, within striking distance,
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Dictionary of Property and Construction Law

by J. Rostron, Robert Hardy-Pickering, Laura Tatham, Linda Wright ...

This is a new dictionary which provides a clear and concise explanation of terms used in land, property and construction law and management. The four key areas of coverage are: planning/construction law, land law, equity/trusts and finance and administration. It will be a useful reference for property and building professionals and a personal purchase for students of property and construction law ... Read more

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This is a new dictionary which provides a clear and concise explanation of terms used in land, property and construction law and management. The four key areas of coverage are: planning/construction law, land law, equity/trusts and finance and administration. It will be a useful reference for property and building professionals and a personal purchase for students of property and construction law
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Under the Greenwood Tree

by Thomas Hardy ...

Narrated by Robert Hardy ...

Unabridged

5 hours 38 min

Under the Greenwood Tree is Hardy’s most charming novel using, as it does, the four seasons of the Wessex year as a backdrop for the delightful romance of the young Dick Dewy and Fancy Day, the local school mistress. The story of the ups and downs of their courtship is set alongside the story of the rustics who form the Mellstock church choir and their struggle against the introduction of a church ... Read more

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Under the Greenwood Tree is Hardy’s most charming novel using, as it does, the four seasons of the Wessex year as a backdrop for the delightful romance of the young Dick Dewy and Fancy Day, the local school mistress. The story of the ups and downs of their courtship is set alongside the story of the rustics who form the Mellstock church choir and their struggle against the introduction of a church
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The Great Poets Rudyard Kipling

by Rudyard Kipling ...

Narrated by Robert Glenister, Michael Maloney, Robert Hardy ...

Series series The Great Poets
Abridged

1 hour 12 min

This anthology contains many of Kipling’s most famous poems, If, Mandalay, Gunga Din. Though sometimes still regarded as a product of the colonial era, Kipling touches a very popular nerve in Britain’s literary tradition, and is regarded more generously now as a master of popular verse. It is often forgotten that he won the Nobel Prize for literature in 1907. ... Read more

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This anthology contains many of Kipling’s most famous poems, If, Mandalay, Gunga Din. Though sometimes still regarded as a product of the colonial era, Kipling touches a very popular nerve in Britain’s literary tradition, and is regarded more generously now as a master of popular verse. It is often forgotten that he won the Nobel Prize for literature in 1907.
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The Adventure of the Three Garridebs

A Sherlock Holmes Adventure

by Arthur Conan Doyle ...

Narrated by Robert Hardy ...

Series series Argo Classics
Unabridged

41 min

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.When the elderly Nathaniel Garridebs asks for the assistance of Holmes and Watson in tracking down a man with the ... Read more

$11.99 USD

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.When the elderly Nathaniel Garridebs asks for the assistance of Holmes and Watson in tracking down a man with the
... Read more
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The Adventure of the Lion’s Mane

A Sherlock Holmes Adventure

by Arthur Conan Doyle ...

Narrated by Robert Hardy ...

Series series Argo Classics
Unabridged

46 min

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.Is the world’s most famous detective on his deathbed? When Dr Watson finds Sherlock Holmes wasting away from a ... Read more

$11.99 USD

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.Is the world’s most famous detective on his deathbed? When Dr Watson finds Sherlock Holmes wasting away from a
... Read more
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The Adventure Of Charles Augustus Milverton

A Sherlock Holmes Adventure

by Arthur Conan Doyle ...

Narrated by Robert Hardy ...

Series series Argo Classics
Unabridged

42 min

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.Dark secrets, blackmail and murder: it’s another classic case for the world’s most famous detective. When a young ... Read more

$11.99 USD

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.Dark secrets, blackmail and murder: it’s another classic case for the world’s most famous detective. When a young
... Read more
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The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter

A Sherlock Holmes Adventure

by Arthur Conan Doyle ...

Narrated by Robert Hardy ...

Series series Argo Classics
Unabridged

44 min

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.This story is perhaps best known as the first time we meet Mycroft, Inspector Holmes’ older brother. Mycroft’s ... Read more

$11.99 USD

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.This story is perhaps best known as the first time we meet Mycroft, Inspector Holmes’ older brother. Mycroft’s
... Read more
Audiobook

Colette: Gigi, Cheri and more

A BBC Radio Drama Collection

by Colette ...

Narrated by Melvyn Bragg, Lindsay Duncan, Joseph Millson, Frances Barber, Brigit Forsyth, Full Cast, Paul Ritter, Clare Higgins, Robert Hardy ...

Unabridged

8 hours 33 min

Writer Colette’s classic works brought to life in a unique audio collectionListen for the first time to this stunning collection of five of Colette’s most celebrated works, compiled and created by BBC Radio. French author and woman of letters, Colette is best known for her 1944 novella Gigi, which became the stage musical launching the career of Audrey Hepburn. Known for her frank, direct and ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Writer Colette’s classic works brought to life in a unique audio collectionListen for the first time to this stunning collection of five of Colette’s most celebrated works, compiled and created by BBC Radio. French author and woman of letters, Colette is best known for her 1944 novella Gigi, which became the stage musical launching the career of Audrey Hepburn. Known for her frank, direct and
... Read more