A beautifully illustrated alternative history book, tracing the history of the British Isles through its landmark pubs with recreations of their pub signs in stunning colour. The perfect combination of Britain's two favourite past-times - talking about history and going to the pub! Be transported around the British Isles with this plotted history of the most interesting, and sometimes surprising facts about the history of Britain. Radicals, Rebels and Royals is packed with trivia, stories, and practical 'Out and About' segments for each location which will leave any pub-goer satiated. Learn how pub history has memorialised the Celts, World War II, football teams and much more as well as reading about their most famous patrons. With tales of pirates, highwaymen and secret affairs Radicals, Rebels and Royals features over 70 pubs from England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Brush up on your local history, or discover your next watering hole all from the comfort of your own home. Pubs include: The Shakespeare's Head in London, The Robert the Bruce in Dumfries, Scotland, The King's Head in Galway, Republic of Ireland, The Star and Garter in Manchester, the Blue Boar in Essex and many more! Come for the history and leave drunk on the fun, with Radicals, Rebels and Royals!

Radicals, Rebels and Royals: A pub crawl through British history for lovers of trivia, general knowledge, and humour

Arts & Photography

Routledge, Martyn

Wills, Elspeth

History & Criticism

Pavilion Books

The Beautiful Badge is the first book to explore the history of football club badges. From the original Red Devil to the £10 canary, it looks at what inspired them, who crafted them and how fans reacted. Extensive illustrations show how badges followed fashion, negotiated copyright, and expressed the aspirations of owners, managers, and fans.

The Beautiful Badge: The Stories Behind the Football Club Badge

Graphic Design

Pitch Publishing Ltd

The Beautiful History charts the fascinating history of Britain through its football badges. From Premier League giants to non-league sides, the book covers over 100 clubs, revealing the story behind each badge motif and linking it to an historical event. Delving deep into our nation's past, from early times to the present day, each badge is celebrated with a beautiful illustration to help bring the story to life. Why did a Viking standing on a thistle give the game away and end their occupation of mainland Scotland? What is the connection between canaries and 16th-century refugees? Which team celebrates the Battle of Britain on its badge and why? Ever wonder who Blackbeard was or why some badges incorporate a rose or bee? The Beautiful History holds all the answers and links football to key dates like 1066 and 1588, with tales that are often surprising, quirky or laugh-out-loud funny. An engaging, informative and fun book for fans of all ages, it includes activities, places to visit, a football timeline and quiz.

The Beautiful History: Football Club Badges Tell the Story of Britain

Sports & Outdoors

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