CURRENTLY SOLD OUT

Saint-Omer and the British Connection by Richard Cumpston Jones (Paperback / softback, 2013)

About this product

Product Information

After the horrors of the frontline My spirits were instantly lifted when I saw the glorious Cathedral and felt much happier TNH Smith Pearse from his lecture tes on the town of Saint Omer 1917. Saint-Omer and the British Connection takes you on a rich historical journey spanning eleven centuries, and one that has never been written about before. Saint-Omer, an attractive and once important ville fortifiee in rthern France has an extraordinary British thread that weaves through each century. It was a cache for the fleeing Saint Thomas Becket in 1165. It grew rich and powerful as the first English staple town in 1314. It yielded ermous religious and intellectual clout as home to the English Jesuits, fleeing the repercussions of the Reformation. It fell as a result of the French Revolution. Napoleon based many of his troops here in his invasion plans of England in 1803. In more recent times it was a central hub for the British Expeditionary Force during the first two years of WW1. And if that isn't eugh, it is also the spiritual home of the RAF and was the starting point for Douglas Bader's bid for freedom in 1941. Written in an easily readable, approachable style, Saint-Omer and the British Connection also includes useful information on hotels and recommendations of places to visit in the town and the surrounding area. Packed with information, clearly presented and written in an easily readable style. David Knight, archivist, Stonyhurst College Written with huge enthusiasm and terrific research, it's an essential read for those interested in local history and travel in France. Tim Dovan, consultant editor, property manager and bon viveur 292 pages, including rare black and white photos and illustrations. Please te that there are colour pictures in this book.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN-10
1470046733
ISBN-13
9781470046736
eBay Product ID (ePID)
189444082

Product Key Features

Author
Richard Cumpston Jones
Format
Paperback / Softback, Trade Paperback (US) ,Unsewn / Adhesive Bound
Language
English
Topic
Regional History
Genre
Regional History

Dimensions

Weight
680g
Height
279mm
Width
216mm

Additional Product Features

Photographer(s)
Jonathan Caton
Spine
15mm
Illustrator(s)
Giselle Sellier
Content Note
Black & White Illustrations
Author Biography
Saint-Omer and the British Connection is Richard Cumpston Jones's first book although he has written for The Daily Telegraph, History Magazine and French News. He lives in France with his wife and family.
Date of Publication
27/05/2013
Country of Publication
United States

Best Selling in Books

See all

Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Best Selling in Books

The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery by Brianna Wiest (Paperback, 2020)
5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 product ratings
AU $21.98 New
AU $15.39 Used
Atomic Habits: the life-changing million-copy #1 bestseller by James Clear (Paperback, 2018)
4.8 out of 5 stars based on 25 product ratings
AU $19.85 New
AU $8.95 Used
The Concise 48 Laws Of Power by Robert Greene (Paperback, 2002)
4.5 out of 5 stars based on 21 product ratings
AU $21.51 New
---- Used
Become What You Are: Expanded Edition by Alan W. Watts (Paperback, 2003)
5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 product ratings
AU $29.57 New
---- Used
Geronimo Stilton: #9 Fabumouse Vacation for Geronimo by Geronimo Stilton (Paperback, 2004)
No ratings or reviews yet.
AU $21.81 New
AU $9.00 Used
House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski (Paperback, 2000)
5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 product ratings
AU $59.38 New
---- Used
First Day by Andrew Daddo (Paperback, 2014)
No ratings or reviews yet.
AU $10.00 New
---- Used

Save on Books

Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Save on Books

The Orthodox Study Bible, Hardcover: Ancient Christianity Speaks to Today's Worl
AU $58.19
Trending at AU $65.12
The Book of Enoch Paperback Free Shipping AU
AU $17.97
Trending at AU $18.29
NEW Bluey: My Mum is the Best By Bluey (Hardcover) Picture Book FREE Shipping
AU $11.95
Trending at AU $15.72
The 2023 Ninja Dual Zone Air Fryer Cookbook: 1000 Days Simple, Delicious & Low C
AU $18.48
Trending at AU $19.14
Lonely Planet Vietnam | Paperback Book | NEW AU FREE SHIPPING AU
AU $27.88
Trending at AU $28.29
Animal Farm
AU $12.34
Trending at AU $13.46

Shop by category

Saint-Omer and the British Connection by Richard Cumpston Jones (Paperback / softback, 2013)

About this product

Product Information

Product Identifiers

Product Key Features

Dimensions

Additional Product Features

Best Selling in Books

The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery by Brianna Wiest (Paperback, 2020)

Atomic Habits: the life-changing million-copy #1 bestseller by James Clear (Paperback, 2018)

The Concise 48 Laws Of Power by Robert Greene (Paperback, 2002)

Become What You Are: Expanded Edition by Alan W. Watts (Paperback, 2003)

Geronimo Stilton: #9 Fabumouse Vacation for Geronimo by Geronimo Stilton (Paperback, 2004)

House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski (Paperback, 2000)

First Day by Andrew Daddo (Paperback, 2014)

Save on Books

The Orthodox Study Bible, Hardcover: Ancient Christianity Speaks to Today's Worl

The Book of Enoch Paperback Free Shipping AU

NEW Bluey: My Mum is the Best By Bluey (Hardcover) Picture Book FREE Shipping

The 2023 Ninja Dual Zone Air Fryer Cookbook: 1000 Days Simple, Delicious & Low C

Lonely Planet Vietnam | Paperback Book | NEW AU FREE SHIPPING AU

Animal Farm

You may also like

Richard Scarry Paperback Fiction & Books

Saints Non-Fiction Paperback Fiction & Books

Richard Scarry Fiction Paperback Fiction & Books

Fiction Paperback Richard North Patterson & Fiction Books

Richard Scarry Non-Fiction Paperback Fiction & Books

Paperback Calendars (Current)