A gripping, extraordinary account of England in an era of revolutionary turmoil. Within the English revolution of the mid-seventeenth century, which resulted in the triumph of the Protestant ethic—the ideology of the propertied class—there threatened another, quite different, revolution. Its success might have established communal property, a far wider democracy in political and legal institutions, might have disestablished the state...

The classic life of Cromwell by one of Britain's great radical historians. A nuanced biography of Oliver Cromwell, breaking down Cromwell's life into different parts: fenland farmer and humble backbencher; stalwart of the good old cause and the New Model Army; key figure of the Commonwealth; and finally, Lord Protector. Hill leads the reader unsentimentally through Cromwell's life, from his...

John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress is one of the most important works of English literature. Translated into more than 200 languages, it once rivalled the Bible in popularity in the English-speaking world. In A Turbulent, Seditious and Factious People, Christopher Hill reassesses the well-known author to recover Bunyan's significance as a preacher—a man whose nonconformist religion led him into conflict with...

Since 1945, Britain has had to cope with a slow descent from international primacy. The decline in global influence was intended to be offset by the United Kingdom’s entry into Europe in 1975, with the result that national foreign policy came to rest on the two pillars of the Atlantic alliance and the Common Foreign and Security Policy of the...

Create beautifully intricate designs with this Spirograph Neon Set. The distinctive wheels and rings of Spirograph have inspired and delighted generations of budding designers. This bright, fun Neon set includes: 7 precision Spiro wheels in varying sizes and dazzling colours 5 Neon art markers 10 sheets of design paper A storage tray A 10-page design guidebook Suitable for ages 8+...

Window Designer - Bring amazing spiral Spirograph designs to your windows and mirrors! New Window Designer Tool - Press and hold the Window Designer tool firmly against a surface, and the Cyclex wheel makes it simple to draw intricate spiral designs! Can be compatible with other wet-erase markers. Fun for Kids - This Spirograph set is perfect for kids ages...

Spirograph Scratch & Shimmer Drawing Design Set allows you to create amazing Spirograph art with this scratch design set. Use the stylus tool with glitter wheel and gears to scratch designs on the special sparkle or rainbow scratch paper. You can also use your own pens to draw Spirograph designs on regular paper. The set includes: Drawing stylus Deluxe non-slip...

For real life - Bluey and her family have landed! This Bluey Tonie Set includes Bluey, Bingo, and Muffin, each packed with their very best adventures. From Grannies and Duck Cake disasters to Bin Night, Takeaway trouble, and full-on Muffin mayhem, there’s something for every kind of little listener. Expect big laughs, big feelings, and a few “trifficult” moments along...

Join rock-legend, former Shihad frontman and lead singer of The Adults, Jon Toogood in this unflinching and no-holds-barred memoir Home Again.This is more than a rock story. Toogood looks back on a 37-year career that helped define New Zealand rock music, and the personal cost that came with it. From a music-obsessed childhood in Wellington to the deafening roar of international stages, this...

Honour his legacy with the greatest gift of all—his story. The Official Hear Your Story Collection Your dad's story is more than just memories—it's a journey filled with wisdom, experiences, and defining moments that shaped his life. Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story is a guided journal that gives him the chance to share those stories in his own...

Make amazing Spirograph designs that appear to jump off the page with Spirograph 3D! Create endless dimensional designs thanks to the special design pads, blue and red coloured pens, and two sets of 3D glasses! Spirograph 3D is the classic way to make amazing 3D designs! Contents: 9 Spirograph Pieces, 0.17 oz (5g) Putty, 2 Pairs of 3D Glasses, 3...

Get ready for an incredible thrill-packed journey across the world with the second edition of Lonely Planet Kids The Travel Book. Continent by continent, this exciting hardcover book takes children through every country on Earth. Did you know that: Canada is home to around 2 million lakes? The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is so big that it can be...