Dubray Books

A Little History of the World
E.H. Gombrich

Paperback · 19 Aug 2008 · €9.99

In 1935, with a doctorate in art history and no prospect of a job, the 26-year-old Ernst Gombrich was invited to attempt a history of the world for younger readers. Amazingly, he completed the task in six weeks, and "Eine kurze Weltgeschichte fur junge Leser" was published in Vienna. This book presents his history to English-language readers.

At Home
Bill Bryson

Hardback · 27 May 2010 · €26.70
Our Price: €19.99

Presents the history of the way we live.

A Pocket History of Ireland
Joseph McCullough

Hardback · 01 Apr 2010 · €5.00

From prehistoric times to the present day this comprehensive history presents the story of Ireland in bite-size chunks. With illustrations throughout this is an attractive and practical guide to Ireland's colourful history.

Marcus Aurelius
Frank McLynn

Paperback · 04 Mar 2010 · €13.35

Marcus Aurelius is the one great figure of antiquity who still speaks to us today, nearly 2,000 years after his death. A philosopher as well as an emperor, his was an extraordinary reign. He proved himself a great leader. This is his biography.

D-Day
Antony Beevor

Paperback · 27 May 2010 · €22.70

The Normandy Landings that took place on D-Day involved by far the largest invasion fleet ever known. The scale of the undertaking was simply awesome. Making use of material from over thirty archives in half a dozen countries, This book offers a well-researched account of the battle of Normandy.

The Bombing of Dublin's North Strand
Kevin Kearns

Paperback · 01 May 2010 · €15.00

On the Whit bank holiday weekend of 1941, the neutral Irish capital was suddenly and inexplicably bombed by the German Luftwaffe.

Helmet for My Pillow
Robert Leckie

Paperback · 06 May 2010 · €17.35

Robert Leckie was 21 when he enlisted in the US Marine Corps in January 1942. This title helps us to follow his journey, from boot camp on Parris Island, South Carolina, all the way to the raging battles in the Pacific, where some of the war's fiercest fighting took place.

Road of Bones
Fergal Keane

Hardback · 15 Apr 2010 · €33.35
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The epic story of one of the most savage battles of the Second World War.

The Battle of Britain
James Holland

Paperback · 13 May 2010 · €18.70

The definitive account of the Battle of Britain from this highly acclaimed historian.

Images of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown
Pat Walsh

Paperback · 01 Jun 2005 · €22.70

Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown sweeps from the Dublin Mountains down to the sea, and this collection of over 200 archive images shows the area's heritage, history, and people. It features pictures recalling the transport, leisure, and entertainment history of the county, alongside the everyday aspects of life.

Speeches That Changed the World
Simon Sebag Montefiore

Hardback · 01 Apr 2010 · €13.35

Over 50 momentous and thought-provoking speeches from throughout history.

Irish Railways
Tom Ferris

Paperback · 01 Sep 2009 · €13.00

Irish Railways, written by one of the leading historians of Ireland's railways, provides many insights into the social and economic effects of the railways.

The Greatest Lies in History
Alexander Canduci

Paperback · 01 Oct 2009 · €22.70
Our Price: €18.99

Many great pinnacles of human achievement are inextricably linked to shameless untruths. Lies have been used to justify wars, to acquire weapons, livestock, and industrial secrets. This book examines specific episodes in history to identify the reasons why politicians, religious leaders and others have supported some of the most outrageous lies.

Voodoo Histories
David Aaronovitch

Paperback · 06 May 2010 · €12.00

Our age is obsessed by the idea of conspiracy. We see it everywhere - from Pearl Harbour to 9/11, from the assassination of Kennedy to the death of Diana. This title intends to demolish the absurd and sinister conspiracy theories over the years. It reveals why people are so ready to believe in them and the dangers of this credulity.