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This title accompanies a ten-part Discovery Channel series from October to December 2003 in which professional and amateur archaeologists construct a Roman villa from scratch using Roman methods and materials.

Covering the period from the Spanish Armada in 1588 to publication of the First Folio in 1623, this book presents over 700 biographies of the leading figures of the Shakespearean era, not only in theatre and the arts, but also in politics, the Church, the Court and the secret service.

The transformation of one of the world's major financial capitals is discussed in this study. The old system of mutual trust is contrasted with the demanding struggle with today's unstable global markets. The book contains interviews that capture the essence of the City's past and present.

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Reissue of Douglas Jardine's own book on the controversial Ashes series of 1932-33. *Also appeared in April Buyer's Notes*

The diaries of Joe Orton, written between 1966 and his untimely death in 1967, paint a vivid picture of Britain during a period when anything seemed possible. Edited and with an introduction by John Lahr.

Revised edition of this analysis of Blair and Bush, in particular looking at their hubristic incompetence in handling the Iraq War. Owen is the former Foreign Secretary and statesman, and he brings many personal insights to his account.

Another great actor explores himself and his profession in this terrifically scathing parody of the theatrical memoir. Hilarious, vindictive and very accurate.

A revealing early novel by a writer whose controversial works reflect his own often scandalous life.

A novel of extraordinary surrealism written by the famously iconoclastic playwright.

A full colour, re-originated edition of a forgotten classic by the author of "Gormenghast", to mark the centenary of his birth. It is illustrated on every page with Peake's eerie and original drawings.

Contains slapstick comedy, "The Wit To Woo, "The Cave" and "Noah's Ark", a play written for children. Celebrates the centenary of Mervyn Peake's birth.

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A collection of essays and columns written by Orwell for the left-wing weekly, and collected here in a single volume for the first time.

An updated edition of the book which looks at the mysterious death of England's greatest medieval writer, Geoffrey Chaucer. Jones hypothesises that he may have been murdered. 'A meaty, hugely enjoyable read...' "The Independent

4th edition of the groundbreaking study of Geoffrey Chaucer's Knight, which argues that the character is not a paragon of Christian chivalry but a professional mercenary in the service of tyrants and despots. First published in 1980, it now includes new evidence.

A minor cult classic by a major comic talent.

Provincetown, Cape Cod: the last outpost of civilisation, the end of the earth. In the confused aftermath of a failed suicide attempt, Leonard English - pursuing a vague vision of redemption and an even vaguer offer of employment - finds himself in a Cape resort populated by religious zealots and promiscuous transvestites.

Investigative travel writing exploring some of the world's most extreme cultures. Wide review coverage. *Also appeared in June 2003 Buyer's Notes*