Stephen Games Knihy

This unique collection brings together a series of BBC Radio talks John Betjeman gave towards the end of his life. Previously unpublished, and brought together for the first time by the editor of the bestselling Trains and Buttered Toast, Stephen Games, these talks concerning hymns and hymn writers were Betjeman's swan song as a broadcaster. 'Hymns are the poems of the people', Betjeman observed in his first talk, and went on to show how variously this insight has been borne out over generations. Rich in anecdote and packed with information, these timeless talks will appeal to fans of Betjeman and newcomers alike, and will inspire everyone who has a fondness for hymns, and delights in Betjeman's unique voice.

The story follows Princess Brr-Rainy, who doubts the existence of magic threatening her land, yet remains oblivious to the reasons behind her unpopularity. As events unfold, she encounters an unusual occurrence that challenges her perceptions and forces her to confront the truth about herself and her kingdom. This whimsical tale blends cleverness with self-discovery, exploring themes of belief and acceptance.

Nikolaus Pevsner was the best known and most important architectural historian of the twentieth century, admired for dedicating his career to areas of English architecture that had never been considered before. This biography of Nikolaus Pevsner explains one of England's first celebrity scholars.