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In the early years of the twentieth century, the most famous Americans on the national stage were Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and Jane Addams: two presidents and a social worker. Each took a different path to prominence, yet the three progressives believed the United States must assume a more dynamic role in confronting the growing domestic and international problems of an exciting new age.

Captain Robert Falcon Scott didn't start out life as a hero. In fact, as a boy he was considered small, frail and shy. So what was it that turned this ordinary man into a legend? Through his gripping account of how this modest naval officer became Scott of the Antarctic, Neil Oliver vividly relates the awe-inspiring tales of brave men that inspired Britain's greatest hero, including Nelson, Sir John Moore and the Demons of Camerone.

No other outlaw in history or literature is as famous as Robin Hood. People everywhere love this colourful hero who robs the rich to give to the poor and know by name his band of merry men. Tales of his daring exploits have passed from generation to generation. Neil Philip's telling of the Robin Hood tales is based on the medieval ballads that first described this hero's classic adventures. Robin's brave deeds and their fascinating context are brought together to inspire a new generation.

As soon as Pollyanna arrives in Beldingsville to live with her strict and dutiful maiden aunt, she begins to brighten up everybody's life. The 'glad game' she plays, of finding a silver lining in every cloud, transforms the sick, the lonely and the plain miserable - until one day something so terrible happens that even Pollyanna doesn't know how to feel glad about it.

Lady Lavinias jährlicher Maskenball auf Mydworth Manor ist einer der gesellschaftlichen Höhepunkte in dem kleinen Städtchen. Aber als einer der Gäste am See des Anwesens tot aufgefunden wird, ist die Party schlagartig vorbei. Zunächst sieht es aus wie ein Herzinfarkt. Aber Harry und Kat vermuten, dass der Tote mit der Maske tatsächlich das Opfer eines cleveren Mörders geworden ist, und beginnen zu ermitteln... Ein glamouröses Ermittlerduo, ungewöhnliche Verbrechen, schnelle Autos, schicke Kleider und rauchende Revolver.

Tom Novak is back. When a spate of deadly terrorist attacks hit the streets of London, Tom finds himself thrust into the middle of a fight for the survival of all he holds dear. When the attackers hit closer to home than he could ever imagine, Tom is forced to make a choice between his duty or his conscience. In doing so, he enters a series of increasingly dangerous worlds, in the darkest corners of humanity. Can Tom and his colleagues get to the bottom of a plot which threatens the very fabric of society? Will they stop the terrorists before it’s too late?

Hochzeit in Cherringham! Grace, Sarahs Partnerin in der Agentur, heiratet endlich ihren langjährigen Verlobten Nick, und das ganze Dorf freut sich auf das bevorstehende Fest. Doch kurz vor der Trauung wird der Vater der Braut plötzlich wegen Mordverdachts verhaftet - ein Mord, der über dreißig Jahre zurückliegt. Hat er das Verbrechen tatsächlich begangen? Jack und Sarah wollen herausfinden, was damals geschehen ist, damit Grace hoffentlich doch noch den schönsten Tag ihres Lebens feiern kann.

Arch-Brutalist Sir Lucien founded his architectural practice on a commitment to brutalist concrete in all its forms. But fashion has been a cruel mistress, and four decades later things are not going well for Sir Lucien and his loyal(ish) employees. With no money and no commissions, times are tough – but it’s onwards and upwards (and upwards again) for the staff, as they go all out to win new contracts, deal with nightmare clients and fight to get their ambitious projects past the planners.

When Cherringham's Council debates selling the historic village hall for development as a luxury restaurant and hotel, all of Cherringham is up in arms; some seeing the sale as needed, others deeply opposed. For many, the centuries-old hall is the very heart of the community! But when the leader of the protestors is attacked after a raucous meeting and death threats are made, Jack and Sarah are asked to investigate. Can they find a possible killer before the crucial Council vote? And maybe stop a murder?

When a hiker falls from a cliff edge while walking the Cotswolds Way, it seems like no accident. The more Jack and Sarah investigate the walkers on the trail that day, the more likely it seems that danger is still afoot. Is there a potential killer in this Cherringham tour group? And when will he or she strike again? Set in the sleepy English village of Cherringham, the detective series brings together an unlikely sleuthing duo: English web designer Sarah and American ex-cop Jack. Thrilling and deadly - but with a spot of tea - it's like Rosamunde Pilcher meets Inspector Barnaby.

When London journalist Mark Roberts is found battered to death, the police quickly arrest petty thief Nick Connor. Criminal defense lawyer Dan Grant along with investigator Jayne Brett are called to represent him - but with bloody footprints and a stolen wallet linking him to the scene, this is one case they're unlikely to win. But then help comes from an unlikely source: the murder victim's mother says that Connor is innocent, begging Dan and Jayne to find the real perpetrator.

Last year at Cherringham High, and for three girls that means facing the School Summer Challenge, a grueling fifty-mile hike across the Cotswolds, through thick woods, over steep hills, camping each night under the stars. But when one of them disappears in the middle of the night and is found dead in the morning, most believe a terrible accident has taken place. Was it really an accident? Jack and Sarah aren't convinced - and soon discover that secrets and lies can have terrible consequences... and always leave a trail.

Kaum haben sich Lord und Lady Mortimer in Mydworth eingelebt, da gibt es schon einen neuen Fall: Der junge Syd Buckman wird erschossen im Wald aufgefunden. Neben ihm liegt seine Schrotflinte, offenbar wollte er nachts heimlich auf die Jagd gehen. War es ein Unfall? Oder hat jemand dem Wilderer absichtlich das Handwerk gelegt? Die Mutter des Jungen ist überzeugt, dass es sich um ein Verbrechen handelt. Kat und Harry beginnen zu ermitteln und stellen fest, dass Syd eine Menge Geheimnisse hatte.

One freezing December night, the body of young, vulnerable Lizzie Barnsley is found on the side of an isolated canal. When blood from her stiletto heel matches that on a wound on the head of Peter Box, police swiftly declare him the prime suspect in her murder. Criminal lawyer Dan Grant is called in to provide Peter Box’s legal defense, along with investigator Jayne Brett. They need answers from Box - but he’s not talking.

When Edward Townes - famed writer of novels about knights and maids, and castles and conquering - attends a medieval launch party for his latest book, he arrives ready to do more than celebrate. But party night brings a blizzard, a once-in-a-century storm that sees Townes staggering home, alone ... only to be found dead the next day. With Cherringham cut-off and the blizzard still raging, Jack and Sarah start investigating. Their questions reveal that many of those still stranded in the dark village have secrets. And Townes' killer is still in the village.

England, 1929: Mydworth - ein kleiner verschlafener Ort im ländlichen Sussex. Hier geschieht selten etwas Aufregendes ... Aber das ändert sich, als der junge Adlige Sir Harry Mortimer zusammen mit seiner amerikanischen Frau Kat in seinen Heimatort zurückkehrt. Kaum sind die beiden in Mydworth angekommen, werden bei einer Party im Herrenhaus Mydworth Manor kostbare Juwelen gestohlen. Die beiden Täter kann man auf frischer Tat ertappen: einer wird erschossen, aber der andere kann fliehen.

One of SA’s premier cricketing journalist, Neil Manthorp, presents 20 of the Proteas’ landmark cricket matches from the last 20 years to mark the 20th anniversary of our return to international competition (on 10 November 1991 at Eden Gardens, Calcutta). Including new interviews with many of the players involved, this unique and exciting book is a celebration, analysis, and ultimately history of the Proteas since that pioneering series.

Twenty-four-year-old Mary Kendricks is a vivacious young teacher living in the quiet Northern town of Highford, her beauty turning heads wherever she goes. But when she catches the eye of Robert Carter, initial flattery quickly turns dangerous. Wherever she goes, Carter is not far behind, and Mary soon becomes stifled by his attention, telling friends of her fears that he’s getting too close. And then Mary’s body is discovered, stabbed to death in her own bedroom. The case quickly garners the attention of the press, all baying for Carter’s blood.

Tom Novak is a troubled soul with a dark and bloody past. A former refugee, Royal Marine and member of the elite Special Reconnaissance Regiment, he now finds himself struggling with the deadening routine of day-to-day policing. When he is deployed undercover to infiltrate a gang of people traffickers, things go badly wrong. Faced with an impossible choice, his cover is blown, and he finds himself on the run from the Serbian mafia and even his fellow police colleagues.

All 10 episodes of BBC Radio 4’s ambitious global series, presented by Neil MacGregor. With the United Kingdom on the brink of potentially momentous change, historian and broadcaster Neil MacGregor embarks on a worldwide voyage to discover how Britain is perceived from abroad. Visiting Germany, Egypt, Nigeria, Canada, India, Singapore, the United States, Spain, Australia and Poland - all countries with significant historical links to the UK - he talks to leading opinion formers to find out how they, as individuals and members of their wider communities, see Britain.