Ten Cities That Led the World by Paul Strathern

Ten Cities That Led the World by Paul StrathernGreat cities are complex, chaotic and colossal. These are cities that dominate the world stage and define eras; where ideas flourish, revolutions are born and history is made. Through ten unique cities, from the founding of ancient capitals to buzzing modern megacities, Paul Strathern explores how urban centres lead civilisation forward, enjoying a moment of glory before passing on the baton. We journey back to discover Babylonian mathematics,

1924 seem to contain all the succeeding decades' Times Literary Supplement 'A dazzling read: sexy

The Wings of the Dove (1902)

with postcards from decades on the road and incredible examination of the power of fiction and the art of storytelling

as told by her daughter Norah

Ribeiro arrives at startling and revolutionary conclusions about the role of dreams in human existence and evolution

Keeping with her ethos of 'minimum effort

but that means confronting the truth about why Archie never came back

providing a new perspective on the last 200

social and maritime history

Travel the globe in this inspiring journey through the animal kingdom

Longlisted for the Booker Prize 2020

Jack Lynch