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12 BOOKS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD
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| By: |
Melvyn Bragg |
| Format: |
CD-Audio |
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£16.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
1844560872 |
| ISBN 13: |
9781844560875 |
| Publisher: |
HODDER & STOUGHTON GENERAL DIVISION |
| Pub. date: |
10 April, 2006 |
| Description: |
Published to tie in with the major ITV series, this book explores a selection of British books and their impact on history. |
| Synopsis: |
In this digitised age of shared information it is easy to take for granted the power of the printed word. Here, Melvyn Bragg presents a vivid reminder of the book as agent of social, political and personal revolution. In the fascinating book accompanying the "ITV" series, Melvyn Bragg takes a look at the most important British books in history, and their long-lasting effects which can still be felt throughout the world today. Far from being a study of dry texts, "Twelve British Books that Changed the World" presents a rich variety of human endeavour and a great diversity of characters. From scientific breakthroughs to seminal human rights treatises; from dramatic works of staggering emotional depth to what were at the time seemingly innocuous documents - all these works have shaped the history of Britain and beyond. Definitive, always illuminating and sometimes controversial, the hidden story of these twelve books is a journey through the colourful history of our island and its people. |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Hodder & Stoughton Audio Books |
| Returns: |
Non-returnable |