Cricket A Very Peculiar History

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Cricket

Jim Pipe
Cricket Book PDF

Author : Jim Pipe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Cricket
ISBN : 190817790X

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Cricket by Jim Pipe Pdf

In Cricket, A Very Peculiar History Jim Pipe uniquely explores one of this nation's greatest and the second biggest spectator sport on the planet. From the hazy bat-and-ball origins of the game to the biggest celebrity players of today, this book is a fascinating insight into the popular sport. Filled to the brim with quirky quotes, fantastic facts and surprising statistics, this is the perfect gift book for any fan of the game. Bizarre cricket lingo, politics and rivalries and even how to make the perfect cricket tea are all included in Cricket, A Very Peculiar History. Fact boxes, a full glossary and index make the book both fun and informative to use. The text is enlivened with black-and-white line drawings and full-colour endpapers.

Cricket, A Very Peculiar History

Jim Pipe
Cricket A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : Jim Pipe
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2012-02-29
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781908759740

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Cricket, A Very Peculiar History by Jim Pipe Pdf

In 'Cricket, A Very Peculiar History' Jim Pipe uniquely explores one of the second biggest spectator sport on the planet. From the hazy bat-and-ball origins of the game to the biggest celebrity players of today, this book is a fascinating insight into the popular sport. Filled to the brim with quirky quotes, fantastic facts and surprising statistics, 'Cricket, A Very Peculiar History' is the perfect book for any fan of the game. You'll discover bizarre cricket lingo, politics and rivalries and even how to make the perfect cricket tea, along with some bizarre but classic tales, without which the game would not be the same.

Yorkshire, A Very Peculiar History

John Malam
Yorkshire A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : John Malam
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2012-02-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9781908759511

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Yorkshire, A Very Peculiar History by John Malam Pdf

Yorkshire is well known for its miners, pudding and cricket, but 'Yorkshire, A Very Peculiar History' scrapes beyond the surface and past the cliches. Featuring a host of characters from Yorkshire past and present, it's not all grit and grime! Tracing Yorkshire's history back through Roman and Viking rule, to the various tribes which populated the area in prehistoric times, this book covers the largest county in England from all angles. Featuring quirky tales of Yorkshire's crucial role in the industrial revolution, and detailed stories about the famed Wars of the Roses, it tells the astonishing tale of this large and historic county and its people and culture.

Great Britons, A Very Peculiar History

Ian Graham
Great Britons A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : Ian Graham
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781908759092

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Great Britons, A Very Peculiar History by Ian Graham Pdf

Great Britain can be accused of many things; a proliferation of queuing, a fondness of the demon drink; but it's not without more than its fair share of important historical and modern people. 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' looks at a myriad brillliant Britons and their influence on the world. The book features a short potted history of each person, detailing their acheivements, personalities and lifestyles in a quirky and memorable way. From kings and queens, pirates and politicians, actors and directors to sportsmen, explorers, scientists and inventors, 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' celebrates the men and women who have shaped Great Britain and made it what it is today.

Ireland, A Very Peculiar History

Jim Pipe
Ireland A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : Jim Pipe
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2011-12-19
Category : History
ISBN : 9781908759313

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Ireland, A Very Peculiar History by Jim Pipe Pdf

Great Britain can be accused of many things; a proliferation of queuing, a fondness of the demon drink; but it's not without more than its fair share of important historical and modern people. 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' looks at a myriad brillliant Britons and their influence on the world. The book features a short potted history of each person, detailing their acheivements, personalities and lifestyles in a quirky and memorable way. From kings and queens, pirates and politicians, actors and directors to sportsmen, explorers, scientists and inventors, 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' celebrates the men and women who have shaped Great Britain and made it what it is today.

Charles Dickens, A Very Peculiar History

Fiona Macdonald
Charles Dickens A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : Fiona Macdonald
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2011-12-20
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781908759009

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Charles Dickens, A Very Peculiar History by Fiona Macdonald Pdf

Taking a unique look at one of the most acclaimed and best-loved English writers of the nineteenth century, 'Charles Dickens, A Very Peculiar History' asks why, what, where, how and who the Dickens was Charles Dickens? Why did he keep a pet raven that pecked at his children's shins? Why did he have a tunnel built under the road in front of his country house? Was his dying corpse really carried from his mistress's house where he collapsed to his family home, so that he could die 'respectably'? Find out the answers to these questions and even more bizarre ones throughout the book, which features quirky stories and fascinating trivia about this singularly complex man and consummate artist.

Brighton, A Very Peculiar History

David Arscott
Brighton A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : David Arscott
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-27
Category : History
ISBN : 9781908759290

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Brighton, A Very Peculiar History by David Arscott Pdf

Brighton: that curious master of reinvention - whether it's considered 'London-by-the-Sea' or 'England's San Francisco', it's certainly a city with a reputation for being on the edge. Delve deep into the weird and wonderful history of 'Brighthelmstone', and find out how this dreary fishing village became a dazzling playground for the louche and wealthy: from the fashionable Regency period to the age of DJs, Brighton has always been home to the proudly quirky. But it's not all sun, sea and a fish supper! Be sure to avoid the sleazy world of gang fights and murders as portrayed in Graham Greene's 'Brighton Rock', whilst ducking to miss the bottles hurled between the mods and the rockers during the famous beach battles. Fully exploring the ups and downs of a seaside town, it's 'Brighton - A Very Peculiar History'...with a bit of Hove on the side.

Rations, A Very Peculiar History

David Arscott
Rations A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : David Arscott
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-19
Category : History
ISBN : 9781908759351

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Rations, A Very Peculiar History by David Arscott Pdf

When war broke out in 1939, few knew that they would soon be fighting to survive, let alone how or when it would end. 'Rations: A Very Peculiar History' looks at the measures the British government took to ensure the wellbeing of its people during wartime, and how the British public dealt with it. With some stealing, some hoarding, but most just trying to get by, it was one of the bleakest periods in British history. But there's a reason they called it 'the Blitz spirit' - this title features amazing tales of camaraderie and good humour in the face of bombs and hunger. Featuring incredible food-and-energy-saving recipes used at the time, along with quotes from survivors, 'Rations: A Very Peculiar History' will transport you back to a time when even Buckingham Palace and the Ritz hotel weren't above swapping a bit of venison for a bit of lobster.

Gardening A Very Peculiar History

Jacqueline Morley
Gardening A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : Jacqueline Morley
Publisher : The Salariya Book Company
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781909645196

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Gardening A Very Peculiar History by Jacqueline Morley Pdf

Jacqueline Morley explores the history of one of Britain's favourite pastimes – gardening. Telling the story of gardens from paradise gardens of the ancient world to classically-influenced Renaissance gardens, and from wartime Digging for Victory to contemporary decking, barbecues and architect's designs, this pocket-sized book takes a thorough look at the development of gardening. Featuring black and white illustrations, witty anecdotes and incredible trivia, readers will be entertained and educated, discovering everything from medieval gardening to the garden's significance today.

Fishing, A Very Peculiar History

Rob Beattie
Fishing A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : Rob Beattie
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2012-03-22
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781908759863

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Fishing, A Very Peculiar History by Rob Beattie Pdf

Fishing, A Very Peculiar History' explores one of the most ancient and popular pastimes in the world in the unique Peculiar History style, packed full of fascinating facts, quirky trivia and mind-boggling statistics. Rob Beattie tackles everything from the history of fish and chips to fish that look like celebrities and from what the well-dressed angler is wearing this season to brave fishing adventures and different fishing techniques from around the world. Whether you read a page, a chapter or a whole book, you won't be able to help but be intrigued and amazed at how much information is packed into a Peculiar History title.

Wine A Very Peculiar History

David Arscott,David Salariya
Wine A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : David Arscott,David Salariya
Publisher : The Salariya Book Company
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781910184882

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Wine A Very Peculiar History by David Arscott,David Salariya Pdf

Wine, A Very Peculiar History takes a sideways look at one of the oldest and most widely consumed beverages in the world. You'll learn about the origins of the fermenting process, the drink's place in mythology and culture, and the ways in which tastes – and wine itself – have developed over the centuries.

Great Scots A Very Peculiar History

Fiona Macdonald,David Salariya
Great Scots A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : Fiona Macdonald,David Salariya
Publisher : The Salariya Book Company
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781909645202

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Great Scots A Very Peculiar History by Fiona Macdonald,David Salariya Pdf

Great Scots, A Very Peculiar History looks at a whole host of great (and not so great) Scots and their influence on the world. The book features a short history of each person, detailing their achievements, personalities and lifestyles in a quirky and memorable way. Including chapters about Scots in power, scientific Scots, scandalous Scots and many, many more, Great Scots, A Very Peculiar History celebrates the men and women who have helped to shape Scottish history.

British Prime Ministers A Very Peculiar History

David Arscott,David Salariya
British Prime Ministers A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : David Arscott,David Salariya
Publisher : The Salariya Book Company
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781912904686

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British Prime Ministers A Very Peculiar History by David Arscott,David Salariya Pdf

British Prime Ministers, A Very Peculiar History explores the lives, triumphs, tragedies and disasters of Great Britain’s prime ministers. Covering everything from the early wheeling and dealing of Robert Walpole and the dodgy building work at Number 10 Downing Street to the bloody killing of Spencer Perceval, the heroism of Winston Churchill and the controversies surrounding the influence of Thatcher and Blair. Featuring black and white illustrations, witty anecdotes, incredible information, a timeline and glossary, readers of all ages will be entertained and educated.

The Olympics, A Very Peculiar History

David Arscott
The Olympics A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : David Arscott
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2011-12-13
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781908759146

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The Olympics, A Very Peculiar History by David Arscott Pdf

From its beginnings in Ancient Greek antiquity, right up to its arrival in Great Britain, the home of so many modern sports and favoured pastimes, the Olympic Games have always been a grand and exciting spectacle, whether you're watching a no-holds-barred wrestling match or a mesmerising, freewheeling gymnast. 'The Olympics, A Very Peculiar History' gives an overview of the strange, the unbelievable and the downright bizarre events that have occurred over the many years that this esteemed competition has seen. This ebook features amazing athlete statistics, biographies and records, and well as quirky stories and fascinating facts from the world of the Olympiad.

The 60s, A Very Peculiar History

David Arscott
The 60s A Very Peculiar History Book PDF

Author : David Arscott
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 117 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-23
Category : History
ISBN : 9781908759870

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The 60s, A Very Peculiar History by David Arscott Pdf

The 60s, A Very Peculiar History' is a nostalgic celebration of those gloriously giddy years. Filled with fascinating trivia and quirky facts about the Swinging Sixties, David Arscott uniquely explores what made the sixties so different and how the decade has influenced the world today. From a timeline of pivotal historical world events to examining London, 'a city steeped in tradition, seized by change and liberated by affluence', as well as memorable fashions, food, film and music of the decade. Written by an author who was there and does remember it, 'The 60s, A Very Peculiar History' will delight readers young and old.