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It is only from studying the past that we can learn about the present and so great history books are essential reading for anyone with an interest in the modern world. From the traditions of the ancient world, expertly recounted by Mary Beard and Tom Holland, to reflections on the twentieth-century by the likes of Andrew Marr and David Kynaston – not to mention pioneering works by David Olusoga on Black British history – here are books that illuminate previous centuries and help us to understand our shared past. And while you’re here do not forget our fantastic range of Christmas cards and festive gift wrap to make your Christmas complete.

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How Westminster Works... and Why It Doesn't
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From the third man on the moon to the oldest known shark attack, this hugely entertaining miscellany is packed with jaw-dropping facts and astonishing trivia to astonish even the most hardened history buff.
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Why Women Grow
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Ancient Magic in Greece and Rome
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Love; A Curious History
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A Short History of the World in 50 Lies
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A History of Britain in Just a Minute
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Charles: The Heart of a King
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A selection of Ukraine's leading writers convey the reality of life within Ukraine during the first year of the invasion.
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The Russia-Ukraine Conflict

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