A Murderous Midsummer
A Murderous Midsummer

Author: Mark Stoyle

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2022-08-23

Total Pages: 396

ISBN-13: 0300269072

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The fascinating story of the so-called “Prayer Book Rebellion” of 1549 which saw the people of Devon and Cornwall rise up against the Crown The Western Rising of 1549 was the most catastrophic event to occur in Devon and Cornwall between the Black Death and the Civil War. Beginning as an argument between two men and their vicar, the rebellion led to a siege of Exeter, savage battles with Crown forces, and the deaths of 4,000 local men and women. It represents the most determined attempt by ordinary English people to halt the religious reformation of the Tudor period. Mark Stoyle tells the story of the so-called “Prayer Book Rebellion” in full. Correcting the accepted narrative in a number of places, Stoyle shows that the government in London saw the rebels as a real threat. He demonstrates the importance of regional identity and emphasizes that religion was at the heart of the uprising. This definitive account brings to life the stories of the thousands of men and women who acted to defend their faith almost five hundred years ago.

Looting in Wartime Britain
Looting in Wartime Britain

Author: Todd Gray

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781903356586

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This new fascinating book will have broad national appeal to anyone with an interest in wartime, social or local history. Scholarly but readable.Looting took Britain by surprise in the summer of 1940 and it continued throughout the war. The shock was replaced by anger and outrage as looting accompanied the German bombing of cities across the country. It intensified as many looters were revealed to be in positions of trust. Todd Gray uncovers diverse reasons for why it took place and with careful research provides evidence to support this uncomfortable aspect of the past. It is part of our history that hurts but to ignore it is to diminish a generation's struggle against fascism.

The Myths of Rome
The Myths of Rome

Author: Timothy Peter Wiseman

Publisher: Liverpool University Press

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13:

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Winner of American Philological Association: C.J. Goodwin Award of Merit 2005. Shortlisted for British Academy Book Prize 2005. Widely reviewed and celebrated in hardback on publication in 2004, "The Myths of Rome" is now available in a paperback edition.This major re-evaluation of Roman history and its afterlife in western culture through the mediums of myth and art is fast becoming the standard popular account of the Roman story-world. It triumphantly redresses the popular perception of classical myth as a predominantly Greek invention; and builds a cohesive narrative from the mass of mythical and historical tales that cluster around the nexus of Rome. It is set to become a sourcebook for students of Roman myth and history in this country and around the world at undergraduate and graduate level.

Blackshirts in Devon
Blackshirts in Devon

Author: Todd Gray

Publisher:

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781903356463

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This eagerly awaited book is the first and only to examine a unique part of Devon's history. It is an innovative study which opens up a surprising aspect of the county's history and also includes references to Somerset, Dorset and Cornwall. Sir Oswald Mosley's Blackshirts arrived in Plymouth in Summer 1933 and quickly became a vibrant political force in the city. Activity spread throughout the county, particularly amongst farmers in North Devon. They became established in many towns in the county and the author has explore these connections, the actions and people involved. After a diastrous meeting in Plymouth in 1934 the Fascists regrouped in Exeter. The book covers events up to June 1940 when leading members were arrested and interned.

The Truth at Last
The Truth at Last

Author: Christine Keeler

Publisher: Picador

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 283

ISBN-13: 9780330481670

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In 1961, a beautiful 19-year-old girl had a short affair with the Minister for War, John Profumo. Within two years, this led to the downfall of Harold Macmillans government, as she had also been having an affair with a Russian diplomat, and Profumo had lied to Parliament. But the social impact was greater than any political legacy: sex was now on everyones lips, and the press had discovered that it could, and would, expose the private lives of public figures. This is the lifes journey of a woman whom history has refused to let go, of her enormous personal sacrifices, and of her unstinting resolve.

Mort Todd's Monsters Attack! Volume One
Mort Todd's Monsters Attack! Volume One

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 2020-08-12

Total Pages: 126

ISBN-13:

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The beloved horror comic magazine series MONSTERS ATTACK! featured some of the world's greatest comic creators. Many of them were veterans of the fabled EC Comics, Atlas Comics (later Marvel Comics), Charlton Comics and Warren Publishing, including John Severin, Steve Ditko, Alex Toth, Gray Morrow, Gene Colan and Pat Boyette. In the late 1980s, Mort Todd was Editor-in-Chief of the infamous Cracked magazine and already working with many of the living legends of the comic industry. A fan of creature culture since a kid, Mort was inspired to put out a horror magazine along the lines of Tales from the Crypt, Creepy and Famous Monsters with the awesome talent he assembled. He had launched an incredibly popular humor magazine called Cracked Monster Party, which indicated a 'serious' monster magazine might be successful as well... and it was! Mort wrote many of the stories and as editor crafted the look of the book, a homage to his misspent youth! Since then, many comic fans have requested that Mort put together a collected edition and now the time is as ripe as a rotted zombie! The series is in two volumes with notes about the creation of these comics by editor/writer/artist Mort Todd. There are also rare behind-the-scenes photos, art and other supplemental fun! Volume 1 includes the following incredible comics: Sex Vampires from Outer Space by Mort Todd & Gray Morrow; A Monster for All Seasons by Pat Boyette; Return of the Golem by Mort Todd & John Severin; Frankenstein 1990 by Mort Todd & Rick Altergott; In Solid by Steve Ditko; Aquacarnivora by Mort Todd & Gray Morrow; All in His Head by Steve Ditko & Mort Todd; The Outsider by H.P. Lovecraft, Bhob Stewart & Steve Harper; A Boy's Life by Mort Todd & John Severin; Bookworm by Nick Cuti & Alex Toth, along with pin-ups and articles George Romero's Dead: Flower Children of the Apocalypse; The Mars Attacks Art of Norman Saunders and Are You Ready for Freddy, The Man of Your Dreams and even more!

Epsom Wells
Epsom Wells

Author: Thomas Shadwell

Publisher: Universidad de Sevilla

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 9788447205905

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