Discover the Unexpected Stories Behind World War IIDive into Histories of the Unexpected: World War II and explore the war through a new lens. Sam Willis and James Daybell reveal the surprising stories behind everyday objects and cultural icons, connecting seemingly unrelated topics to the major events of the era.From the role of carrots in wartime propaganda to the symbolism of Mozart, uncover the fascinating social...

Discover the Unexpected Side of Roman History!Dive into the world of ancient Rome like never before with Histories of the Unexpected: The Romans. This isn't your typical textbook; explore the fascinating stories behind everyday aspects of Roman life, from tattoos and recycling to poison and even wicked stepmothers. Uncover the surprising connections that link these seemingly ordinary subjects to the grand narrative of the Roman Empire.Perfect for h...

Discover the Tudor era like never before with unexpected tales of everyday life!Dive into the intriguing world of the Tudors through a unique lens, exploring not just monarchs and battles, but also the surprising histories behind cannibalism, shrinking, bells, and hats. Uncover the fascinating connections between these seemingly ordinary subjects and the grand narratives of the Tudor dynasty.Is this for you? Absolutely, if you're a history enthusiast seekin...

Uncover the Unexpected Stories Behind the Viking AgeDelve into the fascinating world of the Vikings with Histories of the Unexpected. This isn't your typical Viking history; explore the era through unexpected themes like hair grooming, break-ins, toys, and even teeth! Discover how these seemingly ordinary subjects reveal the vibrant, complex culture of the Norsemen.Sam Willis and James Daybell offer a fresh perspective, connecting seemingly unrelat...

'History as you've never seen it before.' Dan Snow 'A wonderful, eclectic and entertaining history of everything, full of fascinating, surprising stories.' Suzannah Lipscomb Did you know that the history of the beard is connected to the Crimean War; that the history of paperclips is all about the Stasi; and that the history of bubbles is all about the French Revolution? And who knew that Heinrich Himmler, Tutankhamun and the history of needlework are linked to napalm and Victorian orphans?...

Shipwrecks have captured our imagination for centuries. Here acclaimed historian Sam Willis traces the astonishing tales of ships that have met with disastrous ends, along with the ensuing acts of courage, moments of sacrifice and episodes of villainy that inevitably occurred in the extreme conditions. Many were freak accidents, and their circumstances so extraordinary that they inspired literature: the ramming of the Essex by a sperm whale was immortalized in Herman Melville's

France, early summer 1794. The French Revolution has been hijacked by the extreme Jacobins and is in the grip of The Terror. While the guillotine relentlessly takes the heads of innocents, two vast French and British fleets meet in mid-Atlantic after a week of skirmishing.The French, in ships painted blood-red and bearing banners proclaiming 'la République ou la mort!' are escorting an American grain convoy to Brest to feed a starving population. Their ships are manned by a mutinou...

Clinical Cases in Paramedicine provides students, educators, and early career paramedics with a diverse range of detailed case studies that realistically represent the conditions, scenarios, and challenges encountered in practice. Integrating evidence-based cases and expert insights from leading academics and practitioners, this engaging resource helps readers develop appropriate decision-making skills and apply theoretical concepts to practical situations. Organised by medical pr...

A fascinating naval perspective on one of the greatest of all historical conundrums: How did thirteen isolated colonies, which in 1775 began a war with Britain without a navy or an army, win their independence from the greatest naval and military power on earth?The American Revolution involved a naval war of immense scope and variety, including no fewer than twenty-two navies fighting on five oceans—to say nothing of rivers and lakes. In no other war were so many l...

Admiral John Benbow was an English naval hero, a fighting sailor of ruthless methods but indomitable courage. Benbow was a man to be reckoned with.In 1702, however, when Benbow engaged a French squadron off the Spanish main, other ships in his squadron failed to support him. His leg shattered by a cannon-ball, Benbow fought on - but to no avail: the French escaped and the stricken Benbow succumbed to his wounds. When the story of his 'Last Fight' reached England, there was an outcr...

Driven by changes to clinical practice, new evidence-based research, and shifts in global economics and politics, the field of paramedic science is rapidly evolving. This new edition of Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice offers students and recently qualified practitioners an accessible and comprehensive introduction to paramedic science and pre-hospital care, providing expert and up-to-date guidance on the essential theories and real-world practice of this dynamic area of emergen...

Fundamentals of Paramedic PracticeAn indispensable guide for aspiring paramedics and emergency medical professionalsParamedic practice is swiftly evolving, driven by changes in the paramedic curriculum. To meet the growing demands of the community, student paramedics and clinicians working in out-of-hospital care must stay abreast of this rapid evolution.Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice, Third Edition contributes to drivi...