Peter Grant Boeken

Charitable activities during the First World War, often overlooked in historical accounts, involved significant contributions exceeding £100 million and engaged over a million volunteers, primarily from working-class backgrounds. This book highlights the scale and impact of non-uniformed voluntary action, shedding light on the crucial role these efforts played in supporting the war effort and addressing the needs of those affected by the conflict, ultimately enriching our understanding of social dynamics during this tumultuous period.

The investigation into the murder of former astronaut Eloise Birch, discovered hanged at Smithfield Market, reveals a connection to the death of feminist artist Tilly Webster. Detective Inspector Nikki McDonald suspects a killer with an obsession for witchcraft and enlists the help of historian Anna Carr. Nikki's team, which includes the cynical Sergeant Dave Finch and enthusiastic DC Chloe Wong, navigates personal dynamics and professional challenges as they unravel the mystery behind the crimes.

Set against the backdrop of the Bodleian Library, this historical thriller follows a historian who uncovers a web of mystery after an academic is murdered and valuable manuscript pages vanish. As the protagonist delves into the intertwining themes of religious writings and pagan magic, a gripping trail of intrigue unfolds across England and Europe, revealing secrets that could change history.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1863.

What is Merseyside all about? Well, it is the capital of pub quizzes, the crossword was invented here - and the place is populated by people ready with answers for absolutely everything. This book includes questions on Merseyside its fact and its fiction.