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Something really unbelievable.

All this was consistent with Comyns Beaumont’s lifelong belief in the innate superiority of all things British. His career as a journalist had been dogged by his frustration with newspaper owners and editors who, he believed, failed to represent British interests adequately. His new theory of history restored the balance, to his satisfaction at least – and to the amazement and entertainment of all those who read his books.

A small mix of biographies of Sir Conan Doyle.

A guide to the palace of Holyroodhouse.

In early 18th century Britain medical schools were in crisis. Only able to use the corpses of criminals there was a lack of legitimate cadavers for students to study. Two men spotting a gap in the market decided to go into business.

Writer Alexander McCall Smith is best known for his Number one Ladies Detective Agency series, which are immensely readable and full of delightful stories. However, one of his other series, based around flats at 44 Scotland St, is full to overflowing with stories, the goodness of life, and hilarity.