A dazzling history of the Tower of London, one of the world's busiest tourist attractions, and the people who populated it.

Castle, royal palace, prison, torture chamber, execution site, zoo, mint, home to the crown jewels, armory, record office, observatory, and the most visited tourist attraction in the UK: The Tower of London has been all these things and more. No building in Britain has been more intimately involved in the island's story than this mighty, brooding stronghold in the very heart of the capital, a place which has stood at the epicenter of dramatic, bloody and frequently cruel events for almost a thousand years.

Now historian Nigel Jones sets this dramatic story firmly in the context of national--and international--events. In a gripping account drawn from primary sources and lavishly illustrated with sixteen pages of stunning photographs, he captures the Tower in its many changing moods and its many diverse functions.

Here, for the first time, is a thematic portrayal of the Tower of london not just as an ancient structure, but as a living symbol of the nation of Great Britain.

Although there were more than forty plots to assassinate Adolf Hitler, none came closer to success than the 20 July Plot of 1944. As part of Operation Valkyrie this was masterminded by a group of acting and retired Army officers and some civilians who wanted to remove Hitler in order to establish a new government in Germany. It was to be carried out by one of the key organizers, Count von Stauffenberg, a member of the German General Staff, who had been returned from Africa after losing his left eye and right hand. For his injuries, he had been decorated as a war hero.

Stauffenberg had become increasingly attracted by the approaches of the German resistance movement. After an attempt to assassinate Hitler in November 1943 failed, Stauffenberg developed a new plot to kill him at the Wolfsschanze, or Wolf's Lair, the F hrerhauptquartiere, or F hrer's headquarters, on the Eastern Front. Besides the Fuhrer's assassination, Stauffenberg organized plans to take over command of the Germany forces and sue for peace with the Allies.

Though Stauffenberg's bomb exploded as planned, in a conference room at the Wolf's Lair on 20 July 1944, Hitler survived. His life was probably saved because the bomb, hidden in Stauffenberg's suitcase, had been placed behind a heavy table leg which reduced the impact of the blast.

In remarkable detail, with photographs, explanatory maps and diagrams, author Nigel Jones dissects the lead up to the attempt, the events of the day in minute-by-minute detail, and the aftermath in which the conspirators were hunted down. This is the full story of just how close the plan to assassinate Hitler came to success - and how the course of the Second World War might have been dramatically altered.

Aimed at millions of drinkers around the world who are interested in taking a break from alcohol, WALKING BACK TO HAPPINESS reveals the secret of how drinkers can free themselves from alcohol's control.

Where the standard willpower method fails, this unique and easy-to-follow approach is proven to succeed. It shows how by quitting drinking you can transform your body, mind, life and find true happiness.

It's the story of how a 50-something-year-old, who had been locked into the habit of drinking alcohol for over 35 years, finally woke up and said, I want a different life; how he found his purpose and in doing so transformed his mind and body; how he lost 30% of his body weight and made anxiety and sleepless nights a thing of the past.

You don't have to be an alcoholic to stop drinking. You just need to recognise that your relationship with alcohol can lead to life-changing issues - not just for you but for your loved ones, your work colleagues, in fact, everyone you are connected to.

In WALKING BACK TO HAPPINESS, the author shares ALL the obstacles he faced, the wisdom he gained and the challenges he overcame during the first year of going alcohol-free.

Set out in six sections: Time To Act - Day 1; The Journey Begins - The First Few Days; Discovering The New You - The First Few Weeks; Understanding The New You - The First Few Months; The New You - Beyond 90 Days; A New Life - One Year & Beyond.

The book will help you: Identify your values; Cement your beliefs; Find your purpose; Reduce your anxiety; Lose weight; Improve your well-being; Discover the power of mindfulness & meditation; Be more present; Unleash your alcohol-free superpower; and Transform your mind & body.

Each chapter covers: The Author's Story; What He Learnt; Steps You Can Take; and Key Learning Summaries.

Nigel's story is a brilliant example of how you can transform your health and happiness starting with one simple change - taking a break from alcohol. Absolute must read, this is not only a wonderful story of transformation, it is a fantastic self-help, health and happiness book rolled into one. THIS BOOK WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE! Andy Ramage, World's No. 1 Alcohol-free Self Development Coach

Nigel spells out chapter by chapter how to navigate the pathway of alcohol-free living. He shows how by changing your story you truly can change your life. Buy this book.' Ruari Fairbairns, Co-Founder & CEO One Year No Beer

Walking Back To Happiness is a fab read with great insights to going alcohol-free. Suzanne Shaw, Singer, Actress, Wellness Coach &Founder of the Happy Health Club

PACKED WITH CONTENT...

THE ALCHOLOMETER

According to medical experts, if you drank around half a pint of 100% undiluted alcohol you would almost certainly die. Armed with that information, would you do that? Of course you wouldn't... or would you? The Alcoholometer is a definitive guide to calculate how much neat or pure alcohol you are drinking.

THE HOW SAUCY ARE YOU? TEST

The How Saucy Are You Test? measures how potentially 'out of control' your relationship is with alcohol and gives you a score between 0 and 100%.

HOW TO CHANGE YOUR BELIEFS

On the surface, this book is about stopping drinking. But it's much bigger than that. It's about how you can change your beliefs, learn to believe in yourself, and achieve anything you want to do through a few simple changes. The answer is already in your mind. You just need to discover where to find it.

Aimed at millions of drinkers around the world who are interested in taking a break from alcohol, WALKING BACK TO HAPPINESS reveals the secret of how drinkers can free themselves from alcohol's control.

Where the standard willpower method fails, this unique and easy-to-follow approach is proven to succeed. It shows how by quitting drinking you can transform your body, mind, life and find true happiness.

It's the story of how a 50-something-year-old, who had been locked into the habit of drinking alcohol for over 35 years, finally woke up and said, I want a different life; how he found his purpose and in doing so transformed his mind and body; how he lost 30% of his body weight and made anxiety and sleepless nights a thing of the past.

You don't have to be an alcoholic to stop drinking. You just need to recognise that your relationship with alcohol can lead to life-changing issues - not just for you but for your loved ones, your work colleagues, in fact, everyone you are connected to.

In WALKING BACK TO HAPPINESS, the author shares ALL the obstacles he faced, the wisdom he gained and the challenges he overcame during the first year of going alcohol-free.

Set out in six sections: Time To Act - Day 1; The Journey Begins - The First Few Days; Discovering The New You - The First Few Weeks; Understanding The New You - The First Few Months; The New You - Beyond 90 Days; A New Life - One Year & Beyond.

The book will help you: Identify your values; Cement your beliefs; Find your purpose; Reduce your anxiety; Lose weight; Improve your well-being; Discover the power of mindfulness & meditation; Be more present; Unleash your alcohol-free superpower; and Transform your mind & body.

Each chapter covers: The Author's Story; What He Learnt; Steps You Can Take; and Key Learning Summaries.

Nigel's story is a brilliant example of how you can transform your health and happiness starting with one simple change - taking a break from alcohol. Absolute must read, this is not only a wonderful story of transformation, it is a fantastic self-help, health and happiness book rolled into one. THIS BOOK WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE! Andy Ramage, World's No. 1 Alcohol-free Self Development Coach

Nigel spells out chapter by chapter how to navigate the pathway of alcohol-free living. He shows how by changing your story you truly can change your life. Buy this book.' Ruari Fairbairns, Co-Founder & CEO One Year No Beer

Walking Back To Happiness is a fab read with great insights to going alcohol-free. Suzanne Shaw, Singer, Actress, Wellness Coach & Founder of the Happy Health Club

PACKED WITH CONTENT...

THE ALCHOLOMETER

According to medical experts, if you drank around half a pint of 100% undiluted alcohol you would almost certainly die. Armed with that information, would you do that? Of course you wouldn't... or would you? The Alcoholometer is a definitive guide to calculate how much neat or pure alcohol you are drinking.

THE HOW SAUCY ARE YOU? TEST

The How Saucy Are You Test? measures how potentially 'out of control' your relationship is with alcohol and gives you a score between 0 and 100%.

HOW TO CHANGE YOUR BELIEFS

On the surface, this book is about stopping drinking. But it's much bigger than that.

The British terrain is a gold mine for the student of architecture. Ranging in era from ancient times to the present day--from Stonehenge to the Millennium Dome--this volume's 76 entries include palaces, castles, bridges, churches, country houses, and various public buildings and monuments, as well as such well-known features of British architecture and design as terraced houses, suburban semi-detached houses, and public telephone kiosks. Detailed yet accessible to nonspecialist readers, the alphabetical entries also provide cross-references and lists of additional information sources in both print and electronic formats. Appendixes list the entries by location, architectural style, and architect/designer; explain the defining characteristics of major British architectural styles; and discuss the importance of the Crown, peerage, and Parliament in British architectural history. Besides a detailed subject index, the volume includes a timeline, a general bibliography, a glossary of architectural terms, and an introduction that traces the development of British architecture from prehistoric and Roman times to the 21st century.

Written by an associate professor of architecture at Oklahoma State University, Architecture of England, Scotland, and Wales, part of Greenwood's Reference Guides to National Architecture series, presents architectural biographies of these countries' most famous and significant structures.

The small town of Buckley, in Flintshire, was the focus for a regional pottery industry for at least 600 years, from the medieval period to the mid-20th century. However, despite Buckley's impressive industrial past, a visit to the town today reveals little evidence to suggest the extent and importance of what was once a major industry supplying traditional earthenware. This book is based on the results of recent research and excavation which has enhanced our understanding of the Buckley potteries, identifying over 30 individual production sites from documentary and cartographic sources. It considers the factors which influenced the siting and development of the industry, how it changed through time and the reasons for its eventual demise. Few of the potteries have been the subject of archaeological excavation, and of those none have previously been published in detail. The book presents the results from excavations on the sites of four potteries, and includes a review of the evidence for others, including a gazetteer detailing the evidence for all of the potteries currently known. This volume contains contributions from Peter Davey, Leigh Dodd, Richard Hankinson, Bob Silvester and Sophie Watson.

Echoes of Forgotten Time is a captivating story that follows the journey of Rya, a strong and determined woman who finds herself transported back in time by a mysterious artifact. As she navigates this new world, Rya is forced to confront the challenges and obstacles that come with living in a time so vastly different from her own.

As Rya travels through time, she begins to unravel the mysteries surrounding the artifact and discovers that her fate is intertwined with the fate of the people she encounters. Along the way, Rya must use her strength, intelligence, and bravery to overcome the dangers and obstacles that threaten to undo everything she has fought for.

As Rya's journey progresses, she learns more about herself and her place in the world. She discovers hidden strengths and abilities that she never knew she possessed and forges deep bonds with the people she meets along the way. Through it all, she faces tough choices, difficult sacrifices, and uncertain outcomes, as she works to unravel the secrets of the artifact and prevent a looming catastrophe that could alter the course of history.

Echoes of Forgotten Time is a thrilling and engaging tale that combines action, adventure, and mystery, offering readers a captivating and unforgettable reading experience. With vivid descriptions, compelling characters, and a riveting plot, this story will transport readers on an epic journey through time and space.