‘Takes the reader inside the heads of some of the towering politicians of our age. Compelling stuff.’ Robert Peston ‘The art of the interview is to caress, coax and cajole…
‘Although this happened quite some time ago, there is value in exploring these specific events in detail, and until Crewe and Walker’s book, this had not happened. There is still…
‘Henig provides greater depth, and much more authority, than the textbooks. She is a sure, and also an entertaining, guide.’ History Review Almost a century ago, in the aftermath of…
‘reveals wider lessons about the enduring nature of autocracy — and its ability to endure and adapt, as well as implode’ Financial Times ‘The book helps us scrutinise and better…
‘For Stephen Green, Germany’s greatest achievement has been in coming to terms with its history ‘‘The process of confrontation has been neither easy nor quick,’’ he says. ‘‘There are many…
‘Somerville adores Crete . . . The Golden Step is the culmination of that loveaffair. We cross the magnificent Cretan mountains at Somerville s side, meet the real Cretans and…
‘When you next go to Crete, take Moorey’s book for its broad sweep’ Times Literary Supplement ‘A fascinating journey through Cretan history, from its mythological past to its tourist-crowded present.’…