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  • Black History for Every Day of the Year

    Illustrated by Kemi Olusoga ...
    A unique celebration of well-known figures and unsung heroes, famous cultural moments and hidden histories, from ancient times to today“Inspiring, accessible and meticulously researched . . . invaluable, fascinating, often heartbreaking resource for anyone, teen or adult, with an interest in history.”—The GuardianDid you know that Aretha Franklin was the first woman to be inducted into the Rock & ... Read more

    $12.39 USD

  • Cult of Progress

    As seen on TV

    by David Olusoga ...
    Series series Civilisations
    Companion to the major new BBC documentary series CIVILISATIONS, presented by Mary Beard, David Olusoga and Simon SchamaOscar Wilde said 'Life imitates Art far more than Art imitates Life.' Was he right? In Civilisations, David Olusoga travels the world to piece together the shared histories that link nations.In Part One, First Contact, we discover what happened to art in the great Age of ... Read more

    $13.99 USD

  • Black and British

    A Forgotten History

    by David Olusoga ...
    **Winner of the 2017 PEN Hessell-Tiltman PrizeWinner of the Longman History Today Trustees’ AwardA Waterstones History Book of the YearLonglisted for the Orwell PrizeShortlisted for the inaugural Jhalak Prize'Groundbreaking' - ObserverIn this vital re-examination of a shared history, historian and broadcaster David Olusoga tells the rich and revealing story of the long relationship between the ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • A House Through Time

    ‘A very readable history of the British way of life viewed through its homes’ Choice MagazineIn recent years house histories have become the new frontier of popular, participatory history. People, many of whom have already embarked upon that great adventure of genealogical research, and who have encountered their ancestors in the archives and uncovered family secrets, are now turning to the ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Audiobook

    The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano

    Unabridged

    7 hours 29 min

    WITH A FOREWORD BY DAVID OLUSOGAThis is the extraordinary story of Olaudah Equiano: Child slave. Soldier. Free man. Traveller. Abolitionist. Celebrity.Kidnapped as a child into slavery, Equiano spent the rest of his life fighting for his freedom. After years of slavery, working on ships that carried him across empire and into battle during the Seven Years War, he eventually managed to purchase his ... Read more

    $31.99 USD

  • Audiobook

    Black History for Every Day of the Year

    Narrated by Diana Blue ...

    Unabridged

    13 hours 38 min

    "Inspiring, accessible and meticulously researched . . . invaluable, fascinating, often heartbreaking resource for anyone, teen or adult, with an interest in history." ―The GuardianDid you know that Aretha Franklin was the first woman to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? Or that the first accounts of a Black samurai in Japan date back almost 500 years ago? Written by historian and ... Read more

    $25.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Audiobook

    Black and British

    A Forgotten History, from the acclaimed historian and star of 'Celebrity Traitors'

    by David Olusoga ...
    Narrated by Kobna Holdbrook-Smith ...
    Series series Picador Collection

    Unabridged

    24 hours 27 min

    Winner of the PEN Hessell-Tiltman PrizeWinner of the Longman History Today Trustees’ AwardLonglisted for the Orwell PrizeUnflinching and revealing, Black and British is a vital history that reveals how black British lives have been woven into the fabric of the nation for centuries – from Roman Britain to the Black Lives Matter protests.'Groundbreaking' – The Obser... ... Read more

    $25.49 USD

  • Migration

    Series Book 32 - Darwin College Lectures
    Migration is in the news every day. Whether it be the plight of refugees fleeing Syria, or the outbreak of the Zika virus across Latin America, the modern world is fundamentally shaped by movement across borders. Migration, arising from the 2018 Darwin College Lectures, brings together eight leading scholars across the arts, humanities, and sciences to help tackle one of the most important topics ... Read more

    $19.99 USD

  • Audiobook

    Africa

    The Definitive History of a Continent

    by DK ...
    Narrated by Itoya Osagiede ...

    Unabridged

    9 hours 43 min

    Immerse yourself in the intricate story of Africa and discover Africa's true place in world history.Spanning more than 200,000 years, from the emergence of the first humans to the rise of megacities, Africa explores the history and cultures of the world's second-largest continent in vivid detail. It brings to life the stories that shaped Africa and the world around it, from powerful empires and ... Read more

    $20.99 USD

  • The Black History Book

    Big Ideas Simply Explained

    by DK ...
    Series series DK Big Ideas
    Learn about the most important milestones in Black history in The Black History Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Black History in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Black History Book brings ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Audiobook

    A House Through Time

    Unabridged

    10 hours 34 min

    In recent years house histories have become the new frontier of popular, participatory history. People, many of whom have already embarked upon that great adventure of genealogical research, and who have encountered their ancestors in the archives and uncovered family secrets, are now turning to the secrets contained within the four walls of their homes and in doing so finding a direct link to ... Read more

    $16.99 USD

  • In the Scene: Steve McQueen

    Series series In the Scene
    Part of our new series of accessible introductory guides to significant contemporary filmmakers, this guide is a must for film fans and students of contemporary cinema alike. An introductory chapter highlights thematic and visual devices, followed by an exploration of British director Steve McQueen’s work, from his short films and video art through his critically acclaimed feature films, including ... Read more

    $8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus