Books published by Pen & Sword Books Ltd

The various objects chosen by the author tell the story of the conflicts which shaped the nature of the Western World known today, both in spiritual and geographical terms.

The first systematic publication of a famous plans collection. All plans reproduced in their entirety and at large size. Backed with knowledgeable commentary and supporting photography.

Changing Roles looks at some of the women who forged new identities for themselves whilst exploring how their own or their loved ones' wartime experiences influenced the roles they stepped into, sometimes reluctantly, frequently enthusiastically, often successfully.

Richard Taylor gives an overview of the current state of the hoplite debate and sets the hoplite and the Greek phalanx in the context of contemporary military developments outside Greece, asking whether the hoplite was really so unique.

This new book provides a fresh perspective on these well-known rebellions, it examines the causes behind insurrections and how in turn they influenced the development of England from the Normans to the Tudors.

Offers a different perspective of the First World War, from the perspective of the Central Powers.

Letters from the Trenches provides an accessible, unique perspective on the experiences of soldiers and their families for the WW1 centenary. A fascinating social history of life in the trenches during the First World War.

A unique insight into the Great War 1915.

Was this the greatest medical disaster of World War Two? Who caused it? This new book has the answers.

Original work appeared in 1950 but now a rarity. This new edition reproduces the classic original with much new and significant material added, giving greater detail to the events and personalities

Unknown story of a man prepared to stand up to the SS.

In the seventh and final book on the Tiger in this series Dennis Oliver examines the first tanks that left the production line to go into service on the Eastern Front in an effort to break the Russian defences around Leningrad.

Tells the stories of the men who earned the award of the 1939-1945 Star with Battle of Britain Clasp between 10 July and 31 October 1940.

The first comprehensive history of this important class of ship. Contains the fruit of much original research. Highly readable text complimented by a superb collection of rare photos.

Vivid reconstruction of the role of the machine-gun in the Great War.

Gives a no-holds-barred account of SOE operations.

Considered a classic in aviation circles, this re-issue is sure to provoke a positive reaction. With access to new images, this edition will provide an expanded pictorial account of Crosley's famed endeavours. Sure to appeal to aviation and naval enthusiasts.

This serves as an update of the author's successful Collecting Toy Soldiers (Collins, 1987; pbk edition, New Cavendish, 1991). In it James Opie gives the collector the benefit of thirty years' experience as the world's leading authority on traditional toy soldiers (as opposed to model soldiers used in wargaming etc) and a lifetime as a collector himself.

During Second World War was largest single army worldwide, but is often overlooked Book compiled from all divisions of the Fourteenth Army's reports Invaluable source of information for both military and family historians Citations for all medal winners

Tells the controversial story of the RAF Bomber Commands most prolonged campaign. Written by one of the most respected military historians. Superbly researched, used many first hand accounts of crews and civilians who suffered the onslaught.