British isles rugby

 Book has some wear to spine but in good condition considering age. First published 1956 - Rare and collectable book !!

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days "I have decided to prepare for, and if necessary to carry out, an invasion against England."--Adolph Hitler, July 16, 1940 Operation Sealion was the codename for the Nazi invasion of Britain that Hitler ordered his generals to plan after France fell in June 1940. Although the plan ultimately never came to fruition, a few sets of the Germans' detailed strategy documents are housed in the rare book rooms of libraries across Europe. But now the Bodleian Library has made documents from their set available for all to peruse in this unprecedented collection of the invasion planning materials. The planned operation would have involved landing 160,000 German soldiers along a forty-mile stretch of coast in southeast England. Packets of reconnaissance materials were put together for the invading forces, and the most intriguing parts are now reproduced here. Each soldier was to be given maps and geographical descriptions of the British Isles that broke down the country by regions, aerial photographs pinpointing strategic targets, an extensive listing of British roads and rivers, strategic plans for launching attacks on each region, an English dictionary and phrase book, and even a brief description of Britain's social composition. Augmenting the fascinating documents is an informative introduction that sets the materials in their historical and political context. A must-have for every military history buff, "German Invasion Plans for the British Isles, 1940" is a remarkable revelation of the inner workings of Hitler's most famous unrealized military campaign. Features Summary In June 1940, Hitler ordered his generals to organize the invasion of Britain under a plan codenamed Operation Sealion, drawing up a complex set of documents... Author Bodleian Library the Publisher The Bodleian Library Release date 20070901 Pages 88 ISBN 1-85124-356-9 ISBN 13 978-1-85124-356-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days "I have decided to prepare for, and if necessary to carry out, an invasion against England."--Adolph Hitler, July 16, 1940 Operation Sealion was the codename for the Nazi invasion of Britain that Hitler ordered his generals to plan after France fell in June 1940. Although the plan ultimately never came to fruition, a few sets of the Germans' detailed strategy documents are housed in the rare book rooms of libraries across Europe. But now the Bodleian Library has made documents from their set available for all to peruse in this unprecedented collection of the invasion planning materials. The planned operation would have involved landing 160,000 German soldiers along a forty-mile stretch of coast in southeast England. Packets of reconnaissance materials were put together for the invading forces, and the most intriguing parts are now reproduced here. Each soldier was to be given maps and geographical descriptions of the British Isles that broke down the country by regions, aerial photographs pinpointing strategic targets, an extensive listing of British roads and rivers, strategic plans for launching attacks on each region, an English dictionary and phrase book, and even a brief description of Britain's social composition. Augmenting the fascinating documents is an informative introduction that sets the materials in their historical and political context. A must-have for every military history buff, "German Invasion Plans for the British Isles, 1940" is a remarkable revelation of the inner workings of Hitler's most famous unrealized military campaign. Features Summary In June 1940, Hitler ordered his generals to organize the invasion of Britain under a plan codenamed Operation Sealion, drawing up a complex set of documents... Author Bodleian Library the Publisher The Bodleian Library Release date 20070901 Pages 88 ISBN 1-85124-356-9 ISBN 13 978-1-85124-356-3

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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Tied into the KS1 science curriculum, this book takes a lively, attractive look at British flowers and plants. Using lots of familiar examples, along with some unfamiliar ones, it's an accesible look at the diverse flora of the UK. Lots of photographs and small pieces of text throughout make the book a fun and engaging read. Features Summary Tied into the KS1 science curriculum, this book takes a lively, attractive look at British flowers and plants. Using lots of familiar examples, along with some unfamiliar ones... Author Lucy Beevor Publisher Raintree Publishing Release date 20180809 Pages 32 ISBN 1-4747-6386-3 ISBN 13 978-1-4747-6386-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days An essential guide to every species of tree found in the British Isles outside of arboretums This easy-to-use guide covers the 360 species of tree that are found in Britain & Ireland. Each species is covered in detail with information on how to identify, whether from a leaf, twig, bark or whole tree, plus extra information on where the tree grows (including a map), how high they grow, what uses the tree is used for and its unique history. Every species is also comprehensively illustrated with photographs of every useful feature - bark, leaf, seed, flower, twig and whole tree. Sample identification section: Silver Birch Betula pendula (Betulaceae) height to 26m A slender, fast-growing deciduous tree with a narrow, tapering crown when young and growing vigorously. Older trees acquire a weeping habit, especially if growing in an open, uncrowded situation. Features Summary An essential guide to every species of tree found in the British Isles outside of arboretums Author Paul Sterry Publisher Collins Release date 20080407 Pages 320 ISBN 0-00-723685-9 ISBN 13 978-0-00-723685-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Features Author Alan Avery Publisher Blackthorn Press Release date 20160401 Pages 158 ISBN 1-906259-45-3 ISBN 13 978-1-906259-45-7

Hard cover with wear on dust wrap but overall in good condition. Shipping charges for SA only.  

The great Lions team that surprised and entertained the South African crowds. d/w fair Edition: 2nd, UK edition Publisher: Cassell Binding: Hardcover ISBN: -

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Ian Robertson joined the BBC during the golden age of radio broadcasting and was given a crash course in the art of sports commentary from some of the greatest names ever to sit behind a microphone: Cliff Morgan and Peter Bromley, Bryon Butler and John Arlott. Almost half a century after being introduced to the rugby airwaves by his inspiring mentor Bill McLaren, the former Scotland fly-half looks back on the most eventful of careers, during which he covered nine British and Irish Lions tours and eight World Cups, including the 2003 tournament that saw England life the Webb Ellis Trophy and "Robbo" pick up awards for his spine-tingling description of Jonny Wilkinson's decisive drop goal. He reflects on his playing days, his role in guiding Cambridge University to a long spell of Varsity Match supremacy and his relationships with some of the union code's most celebrated figures, including Sir Clive Woodward and Jonah Lomu. He also writes vividly and hilariously of his experiences as a horse racing enthusiast, his meetings with some of the world's legendary golfers and his dealings with a stellar cast of sporting outsiders, from Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor to Nelson Mandela. It is a hugely entertaining story that begins in a bygone rugby age, yet has much to say about the game in the here and now. Features Summary The autobiography of legendary rugby commentator Ian Robertson Author Ian Robertson Publisher Hodder & Stoughton Release date 20181115 Pages 336 ISBN 1-4736-9464-7 ISBN 13 978-1-4736-9464-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days The North British Railway's West Highland Line, stretching from the banks of the Firth of Clyde to Fort William, opened in 1894, and was subsequently extended to the fishing port of Mallaig on the Atlantic coast in 1901. It is this latter part of the `Iron Road to the Isles' that forms the major part of this book, hailed as one of the most scenic railway routes in the British Isles. Steam trains returned to the Mallaig line in 1984, eventually becoming the celebrated `Jacobite' service. Now an integral and indispensible part of the Scottish tourist scene, the trains run from Easter to Christmas and the New Year, twice daily during the peak season. In this superbly illustrated portrait of the line, 35 of the UK's top railway photographers have contributed pictures to create a quite stunning pictorial record. The great variety of photographic styles, using the route's many glorious vantage points, provides a mesmerising mix of unforgettable images, not just of the steam trains themselves but also the majestic Scottish landscape through which they run. Features Summary The West Highland line, from the banks of the Firth of Clyde to Fort William and along the Road to the Isles to the Atlantic fishing port of Mallaig, is one of the most scenic in the UK and... Author John Hunt (Author), James Shuttleworth (Author) Publisher Silver Link Publishing Ltd Release date 20181019 Pages 208 ISBN 1-85794-536-0 ISBN 13 978-1-85794-536-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days The Big British Quiz Book is the ultimate trivia challenge for anyone who believes they have the best British quiz brain. The questions cover all your favourite pub quiz topics, focusing especially on the British Isles, its history and culture. Test your friends and family with more than 120 quizzes to be enjoyed. All of the trivia questions come with multiple-choice answers, and topics cover everything from movies and TV shows to politics and history. Use this book to crib up for your next pub quiz or set your own! Features Summary The Big British Quiz Book is the ultimate trivia challenge for anyone who believes they have the best British quiz brain. The questions cover all your favourite pub quiz topics... Publisher Carlton Books Ltd Release date 20180712 Pages 256 ISBN 1-78739-144-2 ISBN 13 978-1-78739-144-4

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) South Africa¿s rugby legends celebrates those players who have become truly immortal in the eyes of their fans ¿ the greatest South African rugby players of the amateur years. This beautifully illustrated book covers the immense achievements of those players ¿ not necessarily all of them Springboks ¿ who ran out against the mighty All Blacks, the cunning Aussies and the wily English, among others, and played their way into rugby folklore. These are the best of the best. From Fairy Heatlie, who played for South Africa against the British in 1891, to the genius Danie Craven in the 1930s, the inspirational Hennie Muller of the 1940s and 50s, and the charismatic Morne du Plessis of the 1980s, the author explores in fascinating detail what made these men the unforgettable names they are today. Beautifully illustrated from the author¿s personal collection of archival rugby photos, some of which have never been seen before, this is the book every true rugby fan will want for his or her collection of rugby memorabilia. Format:paperback Pages:256

 Slight repair to base of spine, otherwise conditiion: very good. The early 1970s in South Africa were a time of economic boom, political repression, growing isolation and an unshakeable confidence that the Springboks were the best rugby team in the world – until the infamous 1974 British Lions tour.   It was a tour in which a group of talented and long-haired rugby players from the British Isles played, sang and drank their way across the country, beating the Springboks 3-0 in the four Tests, with the last one a dubious draw. Until then the Lions hadn’t beaten South Africa at home in 78 years.   Based on original research and interviews with players on both sides, When the Lions Came to Town vividly recreates a tumultuous rugby tour that sent shockwaves through South Africa. It captures a bygone era, a time before television, a golden age of amateurism, pranks and setting hotel rooms alight – as the Lions did after winning the series in PE.   Insightful, provocative and frequently amusing, When the Lions Came to Town casts a fresh eye on a divisive but undeniably colourful period in South African political, social and sporting history.