We think we know all about the Romans, dont we? They gave us sophisticated road systems, chariots and the modern-day calendar, not to mention civilized society. And of course, they had to contend with barbarian hordes who continually threatened the peace, safety and prosperity of their Empire. But is this really true?Terry Jones Barbarians, now in paperback, takes a completely fresh approach to Roman history.

Not only does it offer us the chance to see the Romans from a non-Roman perspective, it also reveals that most of those written off by the Romans as uncivilized, savage and barbaric were in fact organized, motivated and intelligent groups of people, with no intentions of overthrowing Rome and plundering its Empire.This original and fascinating study does away with the propaganda and...

Was medieval England full of knights on horseback rescuing fainting damsels in distress? Were the Middle Ages mired in superstition and ignorance? Why does nobody ever mention King Louis the First and Last? And, of couse, those key questions: which monks were forbidden the delights of donning underpants... and did outlaws never wear trousers? Terry Jones and Alan Ereira are your guides to this most misrepresented and misunderstood period, and they point you to things that will surprise and provoke. Did you know, for example, that medieval people didn't think the world was flat? That was a total fabrication by an American journalist in the 19th century.

Did you know that they didn't burn witches in the Middle Ages? That was a refinement of the so-called Renaissance. In fact...

Terry Wogan is one of Britain's best-loved radio and television celebrities - witty, charming and relaxed - and has undoubtedly captured the nation's heart. Here, Terry tells his life story from his beginnings as a young Limerick boy to his incredible success as an enduring celebrity with shows such as Wogan and The Eurovision Song Contest. Is It Me? is written in Terry's own inimitable style, with self-deprecating humour and a wry take on everyday life.

The story is a delightfully observed, light-hearted journey through Terry's personal and professional lives. After reluctantly starting his career in banking, Terry escaped to make a sucessful break into broadcasting with RTE. Fronting Children in Need, Wogan and The Eurovision Song Contest and collecting millions of...

Sir Alan Sugar is back with a new set of hopeful candidates battling it out to become his next apprentice. The Apprentice Revisited is a fully updated version of the original Apprentice book With a brand new section, the book will catch up with the apprentices from the first series, assessing - with the benefit of hindsight - what they learnt from their experiences, as well as filling us in on Tim's progress working with Sir Alan. We will also be introduced to the new candidates from the second series.

Packed with case studies, Sir Alan's own business tips and user-friendly practical advice to becoming an entrepreneur, this book is an essential for budding-entrepreneurs and fans of the hit series.

The Now Show is a topical comedy show recorded in front of a live audience and scripted up to the last minute. It stars Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis in a collection of sketches and routines based around recent news items and issues. Comedians Marcus Brigstock and Midge Benn provide additional support.

Confidence is a much sought after, but often elusive, quality. Most of us are confident in some aspects of our lives and in these areas we generally take it for granted but when we feel self doubt we start to question ourselves. In concise steps this book offers the complete guide to enjoying a confident life through easy to-use techniques and the most up-to-date strategies.

Through quizzes and case studies readers begin by developing their understanding both of what confidence really means and how they perceive themselves within their professional and personal lives. The plan gives readers a clear framework in which to work through exercises as they develop techniques to build their confidence and plan strategies to suit their own needs. Since setbacks are inevitable, readers also learn...

In 1086, Domesday Book, perhaps the most remarkable historical document in existence, was compiled. This tremendous story of England and its people was made at the behest of the Norman king William the Conqueror. It was called Domesday, the day of judgement, because 'like the day of judgement, its decisions are unalterable'.

In Search of the Roots of England is not only a study of the ancient manuscript but an attempt to analyse the world that Domesday Book so vividly portrayed. By skilful use of the Domesday record historian Michael Wood examines Norman society and the Anglo-Saxon, Roman, and even the Iron Age cultures that preceded it.

Do you want to be rich? To become a millionaire, you have to learn to think like one. In this title, the secrets are revealed to show you how to do it. Some of us want to be rich, but for many of us we'd be happy just to improve our money-making ability.

But this isn't down to luck: it's about developing skills, values and - most importantly - adopting the mindset of the wealthy. It's not about how well you did at school or whether you had a happy childhood. It's about attitude.

Based on the most comprehensive information ever assembled on UK millionaires for the television series "Mind of a Millionaire", this book exposes the (sometimes peculiar!) traits of the wealthy, includes insights into how they made their riches, and provides practical advice to help you...

This is a fantastic autobiographical piece, with universal appeal, told along the timeline of Doctor Who history, using smart comedic observations and excerpts from his teenage diaries. These include how he coped with being bullied, why he never got the girl, and later how being such a fan helped to actually get the girl and end up with two children that are now the envy of every kid in the playground, all thanks to a geeky obsession.'Moths Ate My Doctor Who Scarf' is a two-part non audience version of Toby's successful 2006 Edinburgh show. His show is touring Arts Centres in 2007, as well as a Doctor Who convention in late 2006.

Would you like to: Double your current memory capacity? Be able to remember perfectly a list of 100 objects in under two hours? Expand your memory and knowledge of the world's greatest artists, composers and writers? Raise your IQ and achieve greater success in all aspects of life? Remember telephone and other vital numbers? Remember anything you wanted to? 'Master Your Memory', part of Tony Buzan's revolutionary 'Mind Set' series, is designed to help you do just that. This edition of 'Master Your Memory' introduces you to the last great memory invention of the last millennium - the Self-Enhancing Master memory matrix (SEM). This technique will allow you to memorise anything from ten to fifty thousand items with comparative ease, while at the same...