Innocence

The tree has always been a source of attraction to men: mystery, protection and veneration. From the trees of good and evil in manuscripts dating back to the Middle Ages, up to the symbolist vision of nineteenth-century artists, the tree has intrigued and fascinated. This book presents an investigation of the tree since the ancient times in art.

[Previously published as 'Went The Day Well']
'Of all the books marking the bicentenary Waterloo, this has to be the best' Spectator
'A book to die for' Evening Standard
From Samuel Johnson Prize shortlisted author David Crane, this is a breathtaking portrait of the Britain that fought the battle of Waterloo.

Barnaby might be quieter than the other pirates, but is he smarter? He shows us that sometimes it is better to watch and listen and think than it is to shout and stomp and swagger.