Book 1
Culture, Politics and Sport
Discover cultural milestones, political events, and sporting triumphs that shaped a nation.
About Paul A Leverell
Paul A Leverell was born in 1964 in Essex, England and grew up in a supportive family with a younger sister. Encouraged by his parents, he developed a love for visual arts, storytelling and British history, often sketching and imagining scenes from the past. He attended grammar school in Barkingside in the late 1970s, excelling in English and Art, before studying design at the London College of Printing Art School, where he mastered typography, layout and emerging digital tools.
Entering the graphic design industry in the mid-1980s, Paul adapted quickly to the shift from traditional to computer-aided design. In 1998, he founded his own design business, producing branding, marketing and editorial work for diverse clients. His attention to detail and innovative approach earned him a strong reputation and he expanded his firm in 2015.
After more than 30 years in design, Paul transitioned to authorship in 2018, pursuing his passion for British social history. Since then, he has published numerous works covering politics, war, royalty and culture. His journey from designer to historian–author reflects his belief in lifelong creativity, adaptability and the power of reinvention.
Britain in the 20th Century
The concept of this series is to offer bite sized, and digestible chunks of social history that delve into Britain in the 20th century. Each edition contains approximately 100,000 words, and covers subjects such as Politics, Sport, Culture, Royalty, War, News Headlines, Science, Engineering, Art & Design, and more. It is, of course, not possible to include every important event and character of the 20th century; I have included, in each book, the events and characters that I have found interesting during my research.
Britain in the 20th Century — Books
Book 2
Royal Family, News Headlines and True Crime
From royal milestones to headline-making crimes, this volume surveys defining moments across the century.
Book 3
UK Music Legends: 1960s & 1970s
A celebration of the era when British pop soundtracked the nation.
Book 4
Science, Art & Design and Engineering
Explore the innovations, creativity, and technological advances that transformed the modern world.
Britain in the 20th Century — More Books
Book 5
The Olympic Games: A British Sporting History
A century of British Olympic history told as journalism, not nostalgia.
Book 6
UK Music Legends: 1980s & 1990s
A celebration of two decades when British pop learned how to be modern, global and endlessly reinventable.
Book 7
FA Cuo Finals: 1970 to 1989
Relive the FA Cup’s last truly wild age, when muddy pitches, packed terraces and a single live match on Saturday afternoon could make a season.
Book 8
General Elections, Politicians and Acts of Parliament
An insightful journey through Britain’s political history, and key legislative changes.
Reader Reviews
The Cooper Family Saga: A Century in East London
An epic series chronicling a century of love, loss, and resilience through the eyes of an East London family. Step into the world of the Cooper family as they navigate the sweeping tides of the 20th century, from the cobblestone streets of Edwardian London to the transformative events that reshape the modern world. This historical fiction series spans four generations, weaving together intimate family drama with the monumental events of history.
Cooper Family Saga — Books
Book 1
Through the Changing Tides: Edwardian London 1900–1912
Step into Edwardian London, and witness the dawn of a new century through the lives of the Cooper family.
Book 2
Beneath the Changing Tides: The Spectre of War 1913–1918
The Coopers face the upheaval of the First World War, as lives are changed forever.
Book 3
Towards the Changing Tides: The Euphoria of Victory 1919–1936
In the aftermath of war, the Coopers navigate hope, joy, and a rapidly changing society.
Book 4
Memoirs and Diaries: Elizabeth Cooper 1900 to 1933
Elizabeth Cooper’s personal reflections bring a vivid and heartfelt perspective to three decades of East End life.