General & world history

A uniquely accessible military history of one of the world's most devastating conflicts. Now revised and updated, this title takes you from the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand to the Treaty of Versailles. Experience some of the most prominent battles, such as the Somme and Verdun, throu...

Ancient human footprints, stunning shipwrecks, mythical princesses and astonishing rituals. In 'X Marks the Spot' Professor Michael Scott traces the thrilling story of archaeology, from colonial expeditions to today's cutting-edge digs, unearthing traps, curses and buried treasure along the way. ...