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Berwick Coates

    Berwick Coates schafft Werke, die sich mit der Schnittstelle von Kunst und Geschichte auseinandersetzen. Seine umfangreichen Lebenserfahrungen als Offizier, Schriftsteller, Künstler und Pädagoge prägen sein Schreiben mit einer einzigartigen Perspektive. Er befasst sich mit der Verbindung zwischen Vergangenheit und Gegenwart, oft durch akribische Archivforschung. Seine Prosa wird für ihre Tiefe und ihren interdisziplinären Ansatz geschätzt.

    Teach to learn, learn to teach
    The Trojan Brotherhood
    The Perjured Crown
    National Service - Earning the Pips
    The Last Conquest
    The Last Viking
    • 2024

      The Perjured Crown

      • 318 Seiten
      • 12 Lesestunden

      The story delves into the pivotal encounter between Earl Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy, which occurred two years before the Battle of Hastings. After being shipwrecked, Harold spends a summer with William, during which he allegedly swears an oath concerning the English throne. However, the reliability of this oath is questioned, as the Bayeux Tapestry is considered Norman propaganda. The narrative explores the truth behind the events leading up to the conflict, challenging the established historical narrative.

      The Perjured Crown
    • 2022

      Teach to learn, learn to teach

      • 214 Seiten
      • 8 Lesestunden

      Teaching is an accessible skill that can be mastered by anyone willing to embrace determination, decency, and a bit of humor. The process is not shrouded in complexity or reserved for the exceptionally talented; rather, it requires ongoing learning and adaptation. The text encourages beginners to overcome their fears of jargon and theories, emphasizing that valuable insights can be found in everyday experiences. It highlights the importance of staying observant and open to new ideas throughout the teaching journey.

      Teach to learn, learn to teach
    • 2022

      Deus Le Volt

      • 296 Seiten
      • 11 Lesestunden

      Set during the First Crusade, the narrative follows a diverse group of characters, including knights, peasants, and religious leaders, as they embark on a perilous journey to reclaim the Holy Land. Tensions rise amid personal ambitions, political intrigue, and the clash of cultures. The novel delves into themes of faith, sacrifice, and the moral complexities of war, painting a vivid picture of the historical context and the human experience during this tumultuous time. Richly detailed, it brings to life the challenges and motivations that drove individuals to seek glory and redemption.

      Deus Le Volt
    • 2021

      National Service - Earning the Pips

      Reflections on Officer Selection - 1947-1963

      • 234 Seiten
      • 9 Lesestunden

      Set against the backdrop of post-war Britain, the book explores the mandatory two years of military service imposed on all able-bodied seventeen-year-old males from 1947 to 1963. It delves into the experiences and challenges faced by these young men as they navigate the complexities of duty, identity, and the impact of conscription on their lives and society. Through personal stories and historical context, it examines the broader implications of military service during a transformative period in British history.

      National Service - Earning the Pips
    • 2020

      The Trojan Brotherhood

      • 320 Seiten
      • 12 Lesestunden

      Hector Bliss, a man with a troubled past, finds himself in a seemingly perfect job in the south of France during summer. However, the situation is complicated by his colleague, Dr. Constance Marshall, who harbors concerns about the position but remains tight-lipped. As the story unfolds, the tension between their circumstances and unspoken issues hints at deeper conflicts and mysteries that may disrupt their idyllic setting.

      The Trojan Brotherhood
    • 2014

      The Last Viking

      • 432 Seiten
      • 16 Lesestunden
      3,5(6)Abgeben

      Stamford Bridge. Two armies. One kingdom. Only one will win the greatest prize - the jewel of England.

      The Last Viking
    • 2013

      The Last Conquest

      • 560 Seiten
      • 20 Lesestunden
      3,4(10)Abgeben

      Hastings. Two armies. One kingdom. Only one will win the greatest prize - the jewel of England

      The Last Conquest