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Underground Writing
The purpose of this book is to explore the ways in which the London Underground/ Tube was "mapped" by a number of writers from George Gissing to Virginia Woolf. From late Victorian London to the end of the World War II, "underground writing" created an imaginative world beneath the streets ofLondon. The real subterranean railway was therefore re-enacted in number of ways in writing, including as Dantean Underworld or hell, as gateway to a utopian future, as psychological looking- glass or as place of safety and security. The book is a chronological study from the opening of the first underground in the 1860s to its role in WW2. Each chapter explores perspectives on the underground in a numbe...
Royal Heirs
Illuminates the role played by the heirs to the throne in the survival of monarchy in nineteenth-century Europe.
A Prince of Our Disorder
First published in 1976, John Mack's Pulitzer Prize-winning biography humanely and objectively explores the relationship between T.E. Lawrence's inner life and his historically significant actions. Extensive research provides the basis for Mack's sensitive investigation of the psychological dimensions of Lawrence's personality and with the history, sociology, and politics of his time. 27 photos.
The House of Waterlow
The House Of Waterlow – A Printer’s Tale is the true story of the rise and fall of one of the printing industry’s greatest family dynasties. Starting from humble beginnings as descendants of immigrant Huguenot silk weavers, members of the Waterlow family went on to establish a stationery and printing business which quickly expanded to become one of the biggest and most famous printing dynasties of the last 200 years. The book follows the life of the family firm, which starts out providing printing and stationery for the legal profession and the expansion of the railways in the 1850s, to numerous prestigious security jobs for governments at home and abroad, and half a century of printin...
The Scaremongers (RLE The First World War)
This revealing book illustrates how the passion for war was fostered and promoted. The author provides detailed evidence of how and why an image of Germany as a nation determined upon world hegemony was deliberately promoted by a group of British newspaper editors, proprietors and journalists. This book examines the role of these ‘scaremongers’. Were they as influential as their critics claimed? Did they influence the minds of their readers and shape events? Were they guilty of creating a climate of opinion that ensured that their prophecies of inevitable Anglo-German war became fact in 1914?
The Collected Works of T. E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia)
The Collected Works of T.E. Lawrence, known famously as Lawrence of Arabia, offers readers a comprehensive insight into the life and writings of this esteemed figure. The collection includes Lawrence's renowned autobiography 'Seven Pillars of Wisdom,' providing a firsthand account of his experiences in the Arabian Peninsula during World War I, as well as other essays, letters, and poems showcasing his literary prowess. Lawrence's poetic and evocative style transports readers to the vast deserts of the Middle East, intertwining personal reflections with historical events. His contributions to English literature and history are evident throughout the collection, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. T.E. Lawrence's unique perspective and captivating storytelling ensure that his works remain influential and relevant to this day.
Lawrence of Arabia: The Man Behind the Myth (Complete Autobiographical Works, Memoirs & Letters)
T. E. Lawrence's 'Lawrence of Arabia: The Man Behind the Myth' delves into the extraordinary life of the author himself, a British army officer who played a key role in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. This comprehensive collection includes Lawrence's complete autobiographical works, memoirs, and letters, providing readers with a deep insight into his thoughts, experiences, and the historical events he was a part of. The book is written in a captivating and introspective style, offering a blend of personal reflections and detailed accounts of his adventures in the Middle East. Lawrence's literary talent shines through his vivid descriptions of the landscape, peo...
Writers, Readers, and Reputations
Philip Waller explores the literary world in which the modern best-seller first emerged, with writers promoted as stars and celebrities, advertising both products and themselves.
The History of Broadcasting in the United Kingdom: Volume IV: Sound and Vision
Part of a five-volume history of the rise and development of broadcasting in the United Kingdom.
