The lamps are going out all over Europe, we shall not see them lit again in our time." -Sir Edward Grey, British Foreign Secretary The First World War, also known as the Great War, involved over thirty nations and resulted in the deaths of millions of young men. This stunning new book brings history to life as we see the war through the eyes of the young conscripted servicemen on all sides of the conflict. Introducing the advent of tanks, airplanes, air raids, submarines and gas attacks, we take a close look at the first modern war of the 20th Century. From the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo to the Treaty of Versailles we see for ourselves what life was like in the trenches, on the home front, at sea and in the air. This is more than just a history book; it is a fully illustrated journey into another age. We follow the fortunes of a group of young conscripts and volunteers to discover what life was really like in the trenches and how they coped with returning home after the horrors of the front line.
Follow the history of the Guardians of the Galaxy from their humble beginnings in 1969 through their transformation into the film and comic powerhouse they are today! Beautifully illustrated history of the fan-favorite Guardians of the Galaxy.
Sex, football, beer and kebabs - Billy Cade is happy, or so he believes. But when single mum Becky Swan arrives on the scene Billy is forced to ask the ultimate question - is it true love or just another hangover? -They say it's grim up north but it's not - especially if you drink enough.- Billy Cade. This Northern lovestory from award winning writer and editor Alan Cowsill, follows two friends in a small northern town as they try to find love and heal their punchdrunk souls.
Spider-Man's early years explored, and his life-changing encounters with key Super Villains, including the Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, and Electro. Gorgeous cutaway art reveals the secrets of the technology that turned a teenager into a Super Hero, including Spidey's costume and web-shooters. A detailed look at the early days of Spider-Man and the people and technology that made him a hero!
The story of the superheroes who joined forces to form one of the greatest crime-fighting, planet-protecting alliances of all time, including profiles of Thor, Ant-Man, Wasp, Iron Man, Hulk, Captain America, Black Panther, Hawkeye, the Scarlet Witch, the Vision, Quicksilver, and Black Widow. The origins of the world's greatest team of superheroes, The Avengers!
Lavishly-illustrated paperback, packaged with a die-cast model of the iconic 1966 Batmobile, which reveals the secrets of the vehicles featured in the 1966 Batman television series. Behind the scenes look at the customized vehicles featured in the Batman television series!
The story of DC Comics, year-by-year, month-by-month A incredibly journey through seven thrilling decades of DC Comics. Packed with original comic-book art and key character profiles, including Batman and Superman, DC Comics Chronicleis vibrant and visually spectacular. Follow this chronological guide to both the characters and the company that created them. With a special presentation slipcase, this is the perfect gift for DC Comic fans.
Long ago, Captain Britain, Dark Angel, Motormouth and the pantheon of Marvel UK heroes believed they had defeated the shadowy Mys-Tech organisation in one Earth-shattering climactic battle. But they were wrong. Mys-Tech has returned, and their presence threatens not only the world - but the entire universe! Now, Marvel UK's greatest heroes must band together for the first time in 20 years to stop a long forgotten enemy. But are they too late?
The lamps are going out all over Europe, we shall not see them lit again in our time." -Sir Edward Grey, British Foreign Secretary The First World War, also known as the Great War, involved over thirty nations and resulted in the deaths of millions of young men. This stunning new book brings history to life as we see the war through the eyes of the young conscripted servicemen on all sides of the conflict. Introducing the advent of tanks, airplanes, air raids, submarines and gas attacks, we take a close look at the first modern war of the 20th Century. From the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo to the Treaty of Versailles we see for ourselves what life was like in the trenches, on the home front, at sea and in the air. This is more than just a history book; it is a fully illustrated journey into another age. We follow the fortunes of a group of young conscripts and volunteers to discover what life was really like in the trenches and how they coped with returning home after the horrors of the front line.
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