non-fiction

A gripping, real-life account of the brave pilots who flew over the deserts of North Africa and the Mediterranean between 1940 and 1943. Perfect for readers of Patrick Bishop, John Nichol, and Paul Brickhill.

An eye-opening account of a forgotten branch of the Royal Air Force, who kept Britain’s ships safe from the ever-present danger of U-boats and the Luftwaffe.

The epic, untold story of the bomber crews who helped turn the tide of World War Two. This work should be essential reading for fans of Max Hastings, Stephen E. Ambrose and Donald L. Miller.

The definitive biography of a brilliant, yet often-overlooked naval commander who shaped the course of World War Two.

A fascinating biography chronicling the life of one of England’s greatest sea commanders, best known for his role in the American Wars of Independence — Admiral Rodney, 1718–1792.

The seminal history of an oft-overlooked but pivotal campaign that had the potential to shorten the American Civil War by a year. This brilliantly researched account is essential reading for fans of D. Scott Hartwig, S. C. Gwynne, and Phillip Thomas Tucker.

A gripping account of the Allied disaster at Kasserine Pass, where inexperienced American troops clashed with Rommel’s battle-hardened Afrika Korps in North Africa. Perfect for readers of Martin Blumenson, Major Vincent M. Carr, Jr. (USAF), and Norman Gelb.

A bloody history of the rich and famous. Perfect for fans of true crime, revolutionary history, and biographies of world leaders.

A love story and true account of the Second World War. Perfect for fans of personal memoirs, military history and historical biographies.

One couple's love affair with their mischievous pets! For cat lovers old and new – particularly those whose lives are ruled by feline fancy!

Beaton’s fourth volume covers 1948-55. The carefree days are over and as Beaton moves into middle age with doubts and anxiety his first venture into playwriting brings unexpected difficulty.

Beaton’s third volume covers 1944-48. In 1944 Beaton, as official photographer for the Ministry of Information, was sent to Paris to arrange an exhibition of war photographs. While there he renewed his acquaintance with Picasso and encountered many other famous faces, including Gide, Cocteau and Gertrude Stein.

Sir Cecil Beaton (1904 –1980) was an English fashion, portrait and war photographer, painter, diarist and Academy Award–winning stage and costume designer.

A classic memoir of the twentieth century, spanning through the Second World War, the Golden Age of Hollywood and the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.