So I gave up History at school when I was 13 but lately have found a real enjoyment in history books. I have recently read and enjoyed:
Anthony Beevor - Stalingrad and A Battle For Spain
Dee Brown - Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee
Thomas Pakenham - The Scramble For Africa
I have Peter Ackroyd's Foundation on my to-read shelf as well, but would really like some more recommendations. I don't mind long books as long as they are pacey and don't assume prior knowledge, any era/country (not too UK-focused as the Ackroyd series should cover that!).
Thanks in advance!
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MegBusset · 16/11/2012 22:15
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