Amazing and Extraordinary Facts
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Winston Churchill is one of the most iconic and influential figures of British history, who served at the forefront of British politics for 50 years. In this absorbing collection of stories and trivia about the greatest of British statesmen, readers will find answers to the most amazing and extraordinary aspects of Churchill’s life, career and legacy. From his courageous leadership during World War II, through intriguing insights into his powerful speeches, sharp wit and tumultuous career, as well as a fascinating exploration of his accomplishments outside the political arena and his personal life, there is something here for every enthusiast to dip into.
Amazing & Extraordinary Facts: Shakespeare is a fascinating collection of surprising revelations, quirky characters and other fascinating pieces of trivia from the world of the great English bard. From the stories behind his well-known plays and poems, through the actors and theatres that have entertained his works, to his legacy in popular culture and beyond, an intriguing and unusual history of his life and times is revealed. Drawing back the curtains on this iconic English character, there is something here for every enthusiast to relish.
This authoritative and absorbing book is published to coincide with the 400th Anniversary of Shakespeare’s death on 23rd April 2016.
The Battle of Britain was the decisive air campaign fought over Southern England in the summer and autumn of 1940. From 10th July until 31st October 1940 Fighter Command aircrews from over 16 nations fought and died repelling the Luftwaffe. Discover tales of courage, bravery and a host of fascinating, and little-known facts about the combatants, leaders and strategies of both sides.
Find out about propaganda employed by both sides to try and influence the battle, the Dowding system relaying information to the pilots in their fighter’s and the classic 1969 film starring Sir Laurence Oliver. This absorbing book is published to coincide with the commemorations surrounding the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain 2020.
"The Amazing and Extraordinary Facts series" presents interesting, surprising and little-known facts and stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform, absorb and entertain in equal measure.