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The Cold War: A New History

The Cold War: A New History

by John Lewis Gaddis Publisher Comments: The dean of Cold War historians (The New York Times) now presents the definitive account of the global confrontation that dominated the last half of the twentieth century. Drawing on newly opened [...]

Posted On : Mar, 26 2008 | Comments : 0

Book Review: Potted History by Catherine Horwood

Book Review: Potted History by Catherine Horwood

A fascinating study of something we usually take for granted. There are lots of books about how to care for house plants - but this is the first time that anyone has looked at how these plants came to be in our homes. Catherine charts the [...]

Posted On : Feb, 06 2008 | Comments : 0

New writers neglecting history Mamoni

Gyanpeeth award winning writer Mamoni Raisom Goswami on Friday stressed the need for reviving interest in the State’s glorious past and popularising the characters of the different eras who had epitomised courage and patriotism. The w [...]

Posted On : Jan, 05 2008 | Comments : 0

Schwarzer Makes Premiership History

The Middlesbrough goalkeeper set the new record in Sunday’s 1-0 victory over Portsmouth, his 316th Premier League match, beating the previous mark of 315 set by Arsenal’s Dutch striker Dennis Bergkamp. Schwarzer made his Boro de [...]

Posted On : Jan, 01 2008 | Comments : 0

At Ellis Island: A History in Many Voices By Louise Peacock

At Ellis Island: A History in Many Voices By Louise Peacock

July 4th means fireworks, apple pie and history. We've found several history books for young readers worth adding to your family's celebration. First up is At Ellis Island: A History in Many Voices written by Louise Peacock and illustrated [...]

Posted On : Aug, 10 2007 | Comments : 0