Books published by Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Explores ten alternate outcomes of the First World War, covering all theatres of war not just the Western Front. Based on actual wartime plans, genuine possibilities and credible decisions.

Thought-provoking new account of Operation Market Garden in 1944.

A first-hand account of the author's experiences serving as a military lawyer during times of war.

It is a unique book -there has been no comparable synthesis published for a hundred years. It offers a coherent and accessible read, with introductions and summaries for each chapter.

The graphic experience of British soldiers fighting in the Peninsular War told in their own words.

Unique overview of the origins, development and significance of Military Intelligence.

Tells the history of this pivotal region, the doorway between Europe and Asia.

Good Photographic CoverageInteresting New FactsUseful to ModellersCoverage of Industrial History

A British tank commanders classic eyewitness account of the Second World War.

Using the original police reports, state of the art photographs, unseen images and diagrams, they present the truth about what actually happened in the autumn of 1888.

Possibly the most powerful man in the world during a crucial period of history and a highly successful general Examines Seleucid military strength and organization at this time

Modern crochet patterns from a popular designer. Showcases a wide variety of different yarns, from Raffia to t-shirt yarn. Includes tips on how to be more sustainable and use eco-friendly materials. Features a beginner's section detailing stitches, yarn info, and advice.

An authentic account of this famous unit written by its wartime Intelligence Officer. Reconnaissance operations deep within enemy-held territory. The capture of the key desert oasis of Kufra. Combined raids with the SAS.

A first-hand account written by Erich Warsitz who first flew a jet powered aircraft before WWII. Many unique unseen photographs from the ReichAn intriguing insight into the German wartime aviation industry

Covers the many operational roles that the Mosquito flewDramatic first-hand accountsThe only rebuilt wartime Mosquito is likely to be flying at the time of publication

First-hand account of Operation Barbarossa by a German general.

Pits the two most renowned generals of their time, Caesar and Pompey, against each other.

Photographic history of the conflict between the Allies and the Germans in Norway in 1940.

Delves into our evolutionary history to explain why sugar is so loved, yet is the root cause of so many bad things.

Military and political history of the conflict between the Anglo-Saxons and Danes up to the death of Alfred, king of Wessex and king of the Anglo-Saxons.

How English cricket coped with the cessation of first-class cricket for four summers and the worldwide game responded to a European conflict that became a world war.

New and original contribution to the long-running debate over whether Rome had a coherent grand strategy.

Many brave men gave it their all during the action at St Nazaire, to such an extent that 89 of those who took part in the raid were awarded decorations for bravery, including 5 who were awarded the Victoria Cross.

Enter into the wonderful world of garden pollinators and learn more about these fascinating and essential creatures.

Information-packed guide to burials and headstones, cemeteries and crematoria, memorials, funerals and undertakers, as well as locating your ancestor's resting place.

The chapters have been carefully structured by the editors so that this wide array of scholarship combines to give a coherent, comprehensive study of the role of religion in the wars of the Roman Empire.