Geoffrey Moorhouse Bücher

The narrative captures the essence of cricket in 1978, showcasing a variety of matches from prestigious schools to local leagues. It highlights memorable encounters such as Eton vs. Harrow and features significant players like Zaheer Abbas and Ian Botham, emphasizing their impact on the game. Through these experiences, the author provides a rich and diverse perspective on cricket culture, celebrating its history and the excitement surrounding different levels of play.

The title refers to the belief that the sun dances for joy at dawn on Easter Sunday. This is a part-fictional, part-factual account describing medieval monastic life on Skellig Michael, beginning with the monks' arrival on the Great Skellig. The second part is a collection of short essays setting out the evidence for the detail in the first part.

Protesting the king's betrayal of the "old" religion, his new taxes, and his threat to the rights of landowners,  the poor and the powerful united against Henry VIII, raising an army of 40,000. Under the influence of the charismatic, heroic figure of Robert Aske, most of the Northern nobility joined the rebellion and gathered for battle at Doncaster where they would have outnumbered the king's soldiers by 4 to 1. But Aske was persuaded by the king's men to abandon military force and negotiate terms in London. Once there he was arrested, charged with treason and hanged in chains.

Set against the backdrop of the Skellig Islands, this exploration delves into the intense monastic life that thrived there during the Middle Ages. Geoffrey Moorhouse presents a vivid narrative that captures the monks' spiritual struggles, triumphs, and the severe physical challenges they faced. The book also contextualizes Irish monasticism's historical significance, highlighting its influence on Western civilization and connections to other cultures. Rich with insights into Celtic spirituality and pagan mythology, it offers an engaging glimpse into medieval Ireland's enduring legacy.

Focusing on the impact of the English Reformation, the narrative delves into the life of a major monastery prior to the 1536 Dissolution. Utilizing previously overlooked sources from a prominent cathedral, the author vividly depicts the daily routines and spiritual practices of monastic life, contrasting it with the profound changes imposed by King Henry VIII's orders. The book captures the turmoil and transformation experienced by the monks and the institution itself during this pivotal historical moment.