Product Description

"The Pocket Book of Patriotism" proved that George Courtauld had a real gift for making history simple. The book became a word-of-mouth bestseller which dominated bookseller lists for many weeks. Now in this book he brings his talents to bear on great British figures. From King Arthur and The Venerable Bede, Isambard Kingdom Brunel and Oliver Cromwell, to St. Patrick and William Wilberforce, here are 100 patriots of whom, in the author's view, we should be unashamedly proud. Presenting these beacon figures in the form of CVs, the author (himself a headhunter) casts their careers in a new light, highlighting key historical events, milestones in their careers, all reinforced by quotes from the figures themselves, capped by their personal hobbies and interests. Alongside the familiar names like William Caxton, Nelson and Elizabeth I, come those which are perhaps less familiar but no less important - Edward Longshanks, the Hammer of the Scots, and Warwick the Kingmaker; Pelagius and Dr. Harvey. The result is a fascinating slice of history which brings key British figures to life in a simple and most accessible way. Anyone who enjoyed "The Pocket Book of Patriotism" will savour this book.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #245711 in Books
• Published on: 2005-10-06
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 280 pages

Review
"- 'The patriotism that Courtauld's book embodies is distinctly low-key, unshowy, indeed quintessentially British.' - Michael Gove, The Times - 'As George Courtauld proves, it's never too late to learn a bit of history.' - The Daily Telegraph - The Pocket Book of Patriotism is a curiously moving little work, full of quotes that stop you in your tracks... I found myself reading it with tears in my eyes. - Tony Parsons, Daily Mirror"

From the Publisher
Bestselling author of The Pocket Book of Patriotism presents 100 great British heroes in easy and accessible format

About the Author
George Courtauld read Philosophy at Cambridge. The son of the Vice Lord Lieutenant of Essex, he has been a headhunter for 12 years. He lives in Pebmarsh, near Colchester, Essex, and is married with three boys. His first book was The Pocket Book of Patriotism.

Customer Reviews

Brilliant and concise.
This really should be on every shelf in Britain. It is almost a Who's Who of top names from history almost to the modern day, complete with a memorable quote or two and a sumary of their achievements. It works as a reference guide, but also something you can thumb through and surprise yourself. My son is only five, but I'm keeping a copy for him to read when he's older. These are men and women he really should know.