John Debenham Knihy

John Debenham's book is a groundbreaking work on the fundamental physics of ocean tides. With innovative theories and detailed observations, Debenham provides a new understanding of this important natural phenomenon, shedding light on one of the great mysteries of the universe.

This book offers valuable insights and observations for those navigating the ocean, emphasizing practical knowledge and skills essential for safe and effective maritime travel. It combines firsthand experiences with expert commentary, making it a useful resource for sailors and navigators. The text aims to enhance understanding of oceanic conditions and improve navigational techniques, serving as a guide for both novice and experienced mariners.

This is a book with a difference. It is dedicated to the creativity of two cartoonists, Fred Naughten and Stan Harvey who worked for the Standard Newspaper Group in the 1930s. Cartoons are one of the most popular staples of the printed newspaper. The cartoonists genius lies not just with their drawing skills but also in their ability to bring together both contemporary and historical events in a single image. Such cartoons make us smile, sometimes laugh out loud or just reflect, no matter how grim the news of the days is. The cartoon images in the book were created in the 1930s. Despite high unemployment and war clouds hovering over Europe and the far East, the 1930s were nevertheless a of optimism. The motor car was becoming ever more popular as were all types of consumer goods such as the 'must have' wireless in the home. Before television it was the golden age of cinema, and for good or bad, there was no internet, e-mail or social media. ONCE UPON A TIME IN SOUTHEND (and district) shows a selection of cartoons beginning in January 1936 and spanning four years until December 1939. The foresight of the cartoonists is truly amazing as although the cartoons were created some 90 years ago many would not be out of place today all be it with minor refinements. In the book for each image the original caption is shown but with added extra notes to enhance any historical aspect of the drawing.

Essex is constantly in the news. Yet the county is more than 1000 years old. Its borders remained more or less unchanged until 1965 when the western part of Essex was snatched away and taken into London. Despite this change, much of the media and two generations of residents have grown up believing they are still in Essex all be it in London.

Magna Carta in Essex examines the events and background leading up to the sealing of the Magna Carta by King John in the year 1215. We look particularly at the status of Essex at the time, the role of its powerful nobility and some of the curious connections the county has with this historic event. In a few pages we have tried to summarise the above as concisely and as simply as possible

This book takes a new look at Queen Boudica, war leader, wife and mother and tries as best as possible to disentangle the facts as known from the heritage and mythology that has grown up the around the ill-fated rebellion nearly 2000 years ago.