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A short history of one of Ancient Britain's most enigmatic civilisations.
Who were the Celts? Were they a people, a civilisation, an empire, or a fiction of historical imagination? They flit as ghosts through Europe's ancient past, purported ancestors of the Irish, Welsh, Scottish, Cornish and Bretons.
Yet they have never been identified with any one land, or with any one history or language.
Simon Jenkins argues compellingly that the 'Celts' is a misleading concept, bundling together quite distinct peoples. The word keltoi first appears in Greek, applied generally to aliens or 'barbarians' - and theories of Celticism continue to fuel many of the prejudices and misconceptions that divide the British Isles to this day.
Fascinating and increasingly relevant, who the Celts were - or weren't - goes to the heart of the ongoing argument over the future of a dis-United Kingdom.

England's cathedrals are the nation's glory. They tower over its landscape, outranking palaces, castles and mansions. They attract roughly half the nation's population each year. For a millennium they have been objects of pilgrimage for those seeking faith, consolation and beauty. Still at the start of the twenty-first century, they remain unequalled in their size and splendour.
More than any other English institution, cathedrals reflect the vicissitudes of history and should be treasured as such. They are custodians of culture and of the rituals of civic life. They offer welfare and relieve suffering. They uplift spirits with their beauty. In a real sense they are still what they were when first built a millennium ago, a glimpse of the sublime.
Gloriously illustrated throughout, England's Cathedrals not only offers us a companion to England's Thousand Best Churches, it takes us on an enthralling tour of the nation and its history, through some of our most astonishing buildings.

From the great citadels of Caernarvon, Harlech, Powis and Beaumaris in the north, to the Victorian glories of Cardiff in the south, St David's cathedral ('the loveliest church in Wales') in the west to the exquisite little hill church of Patrishow in the east, from Plas Newydd above the Menai Straits to the romantic citadel of Carreg Cennan in the heart of the country, the buildings of Wales embody its history and are the equal of any in the British Isles. Simon Jenkins has travelled, it seems, every mile of the country to celebrate, and in some cases to find the very best of them, and irresistibly conveys in this book his enthusiasm for them. Cumulatively they amount to a cultural history of Wales by one of its most devoted sons. Anyone who is visiting Wales or who loves it will want to own this glorious book.

Europe's cathedrals are magnificent. They outstrip palaces and castles. They are the most sensational group of structures anywhere in the world - which everyone should 'see before they die'. They are also hugely popular, most of them absolutely packed. They are humankind's greatest creations.
In Europe's 1oo Best Cathedrals, Simon Jenkins has travelled the continent - from Chartres to York, Cologne to Florence, Toledo to Moscow and Stockholm to Seville - to illum

В книге видного британского публициста и общественного деятеля, автора бестселлера «Краткая история Англии» Саймона Дженкинса в четком хронологическом порядке изложена история Лондона начиная с основания Лондиниума и первого периода жизни города (43–410 гг.) до настоящего времени. Рассказ, помещенный в широкий культурный контекст и уделяющий особое внимание архитектуре города, сопровождается картами и цветной вкладкой, а также списком главных вех в жизни Лондона.
«Лондон, заложенный римлянами, а потом заново основанный англосаксами, беспрестанно рос. К XVIII веку это была крупнейшая столица Европы, а к XIX – столица мира. После Второй мировой войны рост Лондона, казалось, достиг пределов и начал замедляться. Но на рубеже XXI века город вновь стал расти, притягивая к себе людей, финансы и таланты со всей страны, со всей Европы и со всего мира. Ожидается, что к 2025 году его население превысит 9 миллионов человек. Первый средневековый мегаполис испытал потрясения в XVII веке с его гражданской войной, Великой чумой и Великим пожаром, но вышел из них с успехом, вступив в XVIII век, золотой век обновления и интеллектуальной продуктивности. За этим последовали потрясения, вызванные появлением железных дорог и взрывным ростом пригородов, подобного которому не испытал ни один другой город мира. На рубеже XX века Лондон достиг апофеоза имперского величия, на протяжении столетия пережил бомбардировки двух мировых войн, после которых начался период упадка. В третьем тысячелетии город вновь стал процветать, став мировым финансовым центром.
Мне интересен Лондон всех времен – не вечно одинаковый, но всегда хранящий один и тот же дух. Я стараюсь ответить на вопросы, которые всегда интриговали меня и, надеюсь, заинтригуют читателей». ( Саймон Дженкинс )
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В книге видного британского публициста и общественного деятеля, автора бестселлера «Краткая история Англии» Саймона Дженкинса в четком хронологическом порядке изложена история Лондона начиная с основания Лондиниума и первого периода жизни города (43–410 гг.) до настоящего времени. Рассказ, помещенный в широкий культурный контекст и уделяющий особое внимание архитектуре города, сопровождается картами и цветной вкладкой, а также списком главных вех в жизни Лондона. «Лондон, заложенный римлянами, а потом заново основанный англосаксами, беспрестанно рос. К XVIII веку это была крупнейшая столица Европы, а к XIX — столица мира. После Второй…

Европа — скромных размеров полуостров, с северо-запада прилепившийся к Азии. Тем не менее своеобразие Европы и ее военное превосходство, энергия и экономическая мощь, научный талант и культурный потенциал отводят ей особое место в истории человечества. В своей книге Саймон Дженкинс уделит внимание личностям, чьи поступки вошли в историю — Карлу Великому и Екатерине Великой, Наполеону и Горбачеву; экстраординарной роли насилия и технологий насилия, какую они играли до самого последнего времени; дару Европы современному миру — идею социально-рыночной экономики в демократическом государстве и многим другим явлениям. Дженкинс попробует…

Discover the architectural gems that are Britain's 100 Best Railway Stations in this Sunday Times top 10 bestseller
'This is a cracker . . . a beautiful book' Chris Evans
It is the scene for our hopeful beginnings and our intended ends, and the timeless experiences of coming and going, meeting, greeting and parting. It is an institution with its own rituals and priests, and a long-neglected aspect of Britain's architecture. And yet so little do we look

Характерною особливістю цієї книги є надзвичайно цікавий, часом не-сподіваний і свіжий погляд на історію Європи, жвава й дотепна манера викладу. Перед читачем постає частина світу, яка, з одного боку, характеризується жорстокими кризами та безперервним зіткненням самобутніх культур, а з іншого - невтомним прагненням до побудови суспільства, заснованого на одностайності громадян. Імперські амбіції багатьох європейських держав, внутрішні конфлікти та екзистенційні з

LONDON: a settlement founded by the Romans, occupied by the Saxons, conquered by the Danes and ruled by the Normans. This changeful place became a medieval maze of alleys and courtyards, later to be chequered with grand estates of Georgian splendour. It swelled with industry and became the centre of the largest empire in history. And having risen from the rubble of the Blitz, it is now one of the greatest cities in the world.
From the prehistoric occupants of the Thames Valley to the preoccupied commuters of today, Simon Jenkins brings together the key events, individuals and trends in London's history to create a matchless portrait of the capital. He masterfully explains the battles that determined how London was conceived and built - and especially the perennial conflict between money and power.
Based in part on his experiences of and involvement in the events that shaped the post-war city, and with his trademark colour and authority, Jenkins shows above all how London has taken shape over more than two thousand years. Fascinating for locals and visitors alike, this is narrative history at its finest, from the most ardent protector of our heritage.
'A handsome book ... full of the good judgements one might hope for from such a sensible and readable commentator, and they alone are worth perusing for pleasure and food for thought' Michael Wood, New Statesman on A Short History of England
'Any passably cultured inhabitant of the British Isles should ask for, say, three or four copies of this book for Christmas...I can imagine no better companion on a voyage across England' Max Hastings, Daily Telegraph on England's Thousand Best Houses

By the former editor of the London Times, a vivid, evocative, and deeply knowledgeable history of this unique world capital.

London: a settlement founded by the Romans, occupied by the Saxons, conquered by the Danes, and ruled by the Normans. This transformative place became a medieval maze of alleys and courtyards, later to be checkered with grand estates of Georgian splendor. It swelled with industry and became the center of the largest empire in history. And having risen from the rubble of the Blitz, it is now one of the greatest cities in the world.

From the prehistoric occupants of the Thames Valley to the preoccupied commuters of today, Simon Jenkins brings together the key events, individuals and trends in London's history to create a matchless portrait of the capital. He masterfully explains the battles that determined how London was conceived and built—and especially the perennial conflict between money and power.

Based in part on his experiences of and involvement in the events that shaped the post-war city, and with his trademark color and authority, Simon Jenkins shows above all how London has taken shape over more than two thousand years. Fascinating for locals and visitors alike, this is narrative history at its finest, from the most ardent protector of British heritage.

The first short narrative history of the continent, from the author of the bestselling A Short History of England
Europe is an astonishingly successful place. In this dazzling new history, bestselling author Simon Jenkins grippingly tells the story of its evolution from warring peoples to peace, wealth and freedom - a story that twists and turns from Greece and Rome, through the Dark Ages, the Reformation and the French Revolution, to the Second World War and up to the pre

LONDON: a settlement founded by the Romans, occupied by the Saxons, conquered by the Danes and ruled by the Normans. This changeful place became a medieval maze of alleys and courtyards, later to be chequered with grand estates of Georgian splendour. It swelled with industry and became the centre of the largest empire in history. And having risen from the rubble of the Blitz, it is now one of the greatest cities in the world.
From the prehistoric occupants of the Thames Valley to the pr

Europe is an astonishingly successful place. In this dazzling new history, bestselling author Simon Jenkins grippingly tells the story of its evolution from warring peoples to peace, wealth and freedom - a story that twists and turns from Greece and Rome, through the Dark Ages, the Reformation and the French Revolution, to the Second World War and up to the present day.

Jenkins takes in leaders from Julius Caesar and Joan of Arc, to Wellington and Angela Merkel, as well as cultural figures from Aristotle to Shakespeare and Picasso. He brings together the transformative forces and dominant eras into one chronological tale - all with his usual insight, colour and authority.

Despite the importance of Europe's politics, economy and culture, there has not been - until now - a concise book to tell this story. Covering the key events, themes and individuals, Jenkins' portrait of the continent could not be more timely - or masterful.

Europe is an astonishingly successful place. In this dazzling new history, bestselling author Simon Jenkins grippingly tells the story of its evolution from warring peoples to peace, wealth and freedom - a story that twists and turns from Greece and Rome, through the Dark Ages, the Reformation and the French Revolution, to the Second World War and up to the present day. Jenkins takes in leaders from Julius Caesar and Joan of Arc, to Wellington and Angela Merkel, as well as cultural figures from Aristotle to Shakespeare and Picasso.

He brings together the transformative forces and dominant eras into one chronological tale - all with his usual insight, colour and authority. Despite the importance of Europe's politics, economy and culture, there has not been - until now - a concise book to tell this story.

Covering the key events, themes and individuals, Jenkins' portrait of the continent could not be more timely - or masterful.

История Англии окутана для нас дымкой приключенческих романов и исторических фильмов. И эта книга, повествующая об основных вехах в истории державы, некогда владевшей огромными территориями, пережившей множество потрясений, религиозный раскол, революции, две мировые войны, читается как захватывающий роман. Сэр Саймон Дженкинс, член Королевского литературного общества, журналист и автор нашумевших книг по истории и архитектуре, написал ее с любовью и знанием дела, основываясь на богатом документальном материале. Исторически точное повествование не стало от этого менее увлекательным. «Краткая история Англии» вместила удивительно много бурных…

28 000 британских солдат отправились воевать за реликтовый обломок Империи в забытом Богом уголке мира в 15 000 км от дома. Иные погибли, другие навсегда остались калеками, а Фолклендские (Мальвинские) острова остались в составе Великобритании. Таков был итог короткой англо-аргентинской войны в апреле 1982 г. Тем не менее, этот конфликт имел важнейшее значение для эпохи Холодной войны. Столкновение интересов Британии и Аргентины было видимой стороной компании, а за кулисами просматривалась вовлеченность и иных стран- США, Франции, СССР, стран Латинской Америки… У всех были свои интересы и, кто знает, во что вылилась бы борьба за несколько малонаселенных островков, если бы война затянулась. Однако этого не произошло, и победа британцев была решительной и быстрой. В нашей стране до сих пор не было издано ни одной книги, посвященной этой войне, и настало время заполнить этот пробел. Книга Макса Хастингса и Саймона Дженкинса, непосредственных участников битвы за Фолкленды - это своего рода репортаж о войне и политике, прямо с мест событий. Написанная ярко и живо, эта, ставшая классической, книга несомненно будет интересной читателям, интересующимся историей войн и конфликтов второй половины XX века, а также тем, кто только начинает свой путь в изучении военной истории.

Which battle was fought 'For England, Harry and St George'? Who demanded to be painted 'warts and all'? What - and when - was the Battle of the Bulge?In A Short History of England, bestselling author Simon Jenkins answers all these questions - and many more - as he tells the tumultuous story of a fascinating nation. From the invaders of the dark ages to today's coalition, via the Tudors, the Stuarts and two world wars, Jenkins weaves together a gripping narrative with all the most important and interesting dates in his own inimitable style. Until now there has been no short history of England covering all significant events, themes and individuals: this bestselling book, published in association with the National Trust, will be the standard work for years to come.

The history of Britain in the last thirty years, under both Conservative and Labour governments, has been dominated by one figure – Margaret Thatcher. Her election marked a decisive break with the past and her premiership transformed not just her country, but the nature of democratic leadership. Simon Jenkins analyses this revolution from its beginnings in the turmoil of the 1970s through the social and economic changes of the 1980s. Was Thatcherism a mere medicine for an ailing economy or a complete political philosophy? And did it eventually fall victim to the dogmatism and control which made it possible? This is the story of the events, personalities, defeats and victories which will be familiar to all those who lived through them, but seen through a new lens. It is also an argument about how Thatcher’s legacy has continued down to the present. Not just John Major, but Tony Blair and Gordon Brown are her heirs and acolytes. And as the Conservative party reinvents itself as a viable political force once again, is the age of Thatcher finally over?

'A hymn to good architecture, an ode to authentic domestic interiors ... buy, beg, borrow or steal a copy to keep in the car. No other book (apart from his 1,000 Churches) will prompt so many joyous detours' Christopher Hudson, Daily Mail

England's houses are a treasure trove of riches and a unique, living record of the nation's history. Simon Jenkins's magnificent guide selects the finest palaces, mansions, halls, castles and cottages throughout the land, from the stately to the humble, in a glorious celebration of English life.