Bøger om Midlands

"This Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon & Oxford guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon & Oxford travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC's strict environmental and social standards. This Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon & Oxford guidebook covers: Cheltenham, South Cotswolds, Central Cotswolds, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Banbury, North Oxfordshire, Oxford."--Amazon.com.

Eigentlich sollten Clifford Walker, Laurentius Newcombe und Adriana Shilling nur im Fall einer gestohlenen Uhr ermitteln. Doch als sie auf dem düsteren Landhaus Lonemoor Estate eintreffen, wendet sich das Blatt: Ein Schneesturm zieht herauf und zwingt die Detektive dazu, fünf rätselhaften Fremden, die durch das Wetter ihre Reise unterbrechen müssen, im Haus Unterschlupf zu gewähren. Kaum wird es Nacht, wird einer der ungebetenen Gäste in der verschlossenen Bibliothek kaltblütig ermordet.Durch den Schnee im Haus gefangen, machen sich Clifford, Laurentius und Adriana daran, den Mord aufzuklären. Aber es scheint, als wären sie alle nur Marionetten in den Händen eines Mörders, der unter ihnen heimlich die Fäden zieht.

A thirteen-year-old girl with a dark obsession is on the hunt for a serial killer in this mesmerising British crime debut.

'Gripping... irresistible... brilliant' The Times'Perfectly judged and intimately alive' GuardianNayan Olak hasn't risked love since his young son died.Instead he has ploughed his grief and energy into his work at the union, trying to create the world he would have wanted for his boy. Now he's running for the leadership: a huge moment for Nayan, the culmination of everything he believes.As he grows closer to the mysterious Helen Fletcher, and to the possibility that their pasts may have been connected, much more is suddenly threatened than his chances of winning. And when Megha Sharma, a new candidate with new politics, bursts into the picture, the race of a lifetime is on.'A plot-packed, propulsive story' New York Times'Restless, inquiring, utterly topical. The Spoiled Heart may be his finest yet, with a tumultuous but perfectly sustained ending that proves both moving and revelatory' Financial Times'Executed with rare literary intelligence. . . a page-turner' The Critic Books of the Year 2024Readers are obsessed with The Spoiled Heart:**'A deft and artful novel when it comes to speaking around the philosophical questions that define our current 'culture wars''**'A compelling story that looks at a number of social and cultural issues but is basically a very absorbing narrative'**'A masterful novel which asks important topical state-of-the-nation questions'**'My favourite of Sahota's novels'

During the second half of the nineteenth century, Moseley, a small hamlet just south of Birmingham, developed into a flourishing middleclass suburb. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, Janet Berry's ambitious research asks why and how this particular suburb grew and who was instrumental in its development.

"Discover the Enchanting World of Sea, Beach, and Mountain Beauty in the Latest Collection from Renowned English Poet Harry Matthews"Embark on a poetic journey with the 8th volume of Harry Matthews' extraordinary work, where every verse is an awakening, a reminder of the beauty that surrounds us - from the vast expanse of the sea to the tranquil serenity of the beach, and the majestic allure of the mountains. This collection, featuring a selection of his most important and spirit-stirring poems, celebrates the essence of wild swimming and the natural world.In these pages, Matthews' verses paint a vivid tapestry of the diverse seascapes, encapsulating the beauty and raw power of nature. Building on the profound legacy of his previous volume, "Idylls" (2021), this collection offers a fresh and invigorating perspective, blending forthright honesty with visionary inspiration. Each poem is a gust of fresh sea breeze, revitalizing the soul of the reader.Handpicked by the publisher, these insightful and lesser-known poems showcase Matthews' unique style and imaginative prowess. This collection is not just a set of verses; it's an imaginative casting of experiences, a testament to the poet's continuous elevation of the craft. Harry Matthews distills the very essence of poetry, creating verses that resonate with the heart and linger in the mind.Step into a world where poetic beauty and nature's grandeur meet, in this must-read collection from one of the finest voices in contemporary English poetry.

Love before Covid is the story of writer and English teacher Joe Pastorious. Joe is a jazz fan, a Leicester based poet, and a victim of horrendous sexual and emotional abuse at the hands of his mother.

The 20 circular walks in this book showcase Shropshire at its very best - from rolling farmland and quaint villages to hilltop panoramas, sleepy woodlands and tranquil waters. The walks range between 31/2 and 6 miles in length. At the heart of every route is a top-rated local pub.

Stunning previously unpublished photographs documenting the end of steam railways in the West Coast and Midlands area.

Fully illustrated description of Wolverhampton's well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over the years.

A lavishly illustrated celebration of 150 years of one of Britain's favourite independent breweries.

A photographic survey of the railway scene in and around Birmingham in the last decade. Will appeal to all those with an interest in the history of the railways in this region.

Learn more about the historic Melbourne Hall Garden in Derbyshire, with striking photography of its beautiful green spaces, elegant monuments and delicate natural features.

The history of the Black Country has a dark side, episodes of violent death and villainy run through it. This work contains a selection of 20 of the shocking and disturbing cases. The cases take the reader on a sinister journey from medieval to modern times, following a trail left by traitors, rapists, thieves, murderous husbands, and others.

Discover Jane Austen's real-life inspiration for Darcy's Pemberley. Follow Alan into Chatsworth's irresistible world of visionaries, pioneers, heroes, villains and English eccentrics, and celebrate the men and women who have shaped the history of the estate over five centuries. With his passionate knowledge of both the house and gardens, as well as his long-established relationship with the Cavendish family, Alan is the perfect guide with whom to explore the Palace of the Peaks. Featuring stunning, specially commissioned photography of the gardens and parkland, alongside long-forgotten images and memorabilia newly unearthed in the estate archives, this vivid companion, crowded with character and colour, is a book to treasure and revisit over and over again.

Call of the Kingfisher - an enchanting nature-writing debut. This love letter to River Nene and the wild things that live there, especially kingfishers, celebrates a year's worth of Northamptonshire riverbank walks. Written with a musician's ear, the book includes access to a number of high-quality birdsong recordings made where the book is set.

Med sin kølige attitude og overklassebaggrund virker Chloe Brown som alt det, Red Morgan afskyr. Men hendes hverdag er slet ikke så fancy, som den ser ud på overfladen. Hun lever et stille liv som webdesigner, katteelsker og cardiganentusiast. Da Chloe en dag er dramatisk tæt på at blive kørt ned, beslutter hun sig for, at hun vil have mere ud af tilværelsen. Red har brug for hendes hjælp til sin kunsthjemmeside, og han kan til gengæld hjælpe Chloe med at få et liv. For når man er utrænet i at leve livet, er det godt med en wingman, og måske er det i virkeligheden på tide, at de begge kommer ind i kampen?Ind i kampen, Chloe Brown er første bog i serien The Brown Sisters, der handler om de tre Brown-søstres vej til at finde sig selv – og kærligheden.„Totalt charmerende … humor, intensitet, sødme og dybde balancerer lydefrit, og jeg elskede hver en side.“Helen Hoang„Forfriskende ægte.“The Washington Post„Talia Hibbert er en rockstjerne!“Meg Cabot, New York Timesbestsellerforfatter„Kærlighedshistorien er dampende hot.“Publishers Weekly„Sjov, dyb og fandens romantisk.“Library Journal

In words and pictures, this book describes the Birmingham to Worcester line''s development, and the services it supported before the modern railway took shape.

A fascinating tour of Loughborough's pub scene, charting the town's taverns, alehouses and watering holes, from past centuries to more recent times.

With rare and previously unpublished photographs exploring the final years of Midlands half-cab buses.

When the Sky Was Blue celebrates Coventry City¿s nine-season adventure in the Premier League, from founder members to relegation, through a compelling array of brand-new interviews with managers, players and other key figures from the time.While not the most glamorous club to have played in the division, few can match the Sky Blues for madcap tales. This book tells those stories through the memories of those who were there.Hear how Bobby Gould¿s decision to hold pre-season in an army barracks led to near-death experiences and career-ending injury. Savour the glitz and glamour of Ron Atkinson¿s whirlwind spell at Highfield Road. Relive Gordon Strachan making Robbie Keane Britain¿s most expensive teenager. Oh, and there¿s also those heart-stopping relegation battles, FA Cup heartbreak and the time Coventry City became `The Entertainers¿.

El Ceramico is an in-depth look at England's most underrated rivalry - the Potteries derby between Stoke City and Port Vale. Stoke-on-Trent is a small city, made up of six towns, hosting two professional Football League clubs. The two don't meet often, but when they do, there is always drama, tension and excitement, on and off the pitch.

More outrageous and high-intensity action from teen rebel and social-media star Robin Hood and friends as they continue their campaign against the brutal and corrupt powers that be.