News, events and new titles from Bristol Books this April
Luke Jerram book now available
Luke Jerram: Of Earth And Sky is now in stock and available to buy from the Bristol Books website. Featuring 30 projects by international artist Luke Jerram, including popular artworks like the 'Museum of the Moon' and 'Gaia', plus the new 'Helios'. A specialist in creating visual artwork which often attracts large audiences and publicity, Jerram gives an insight into how he works in collaboration with other artists, performers, scientists, anthropologists and members of the public, right around the world, to create these astonishing projects.
Dementia book touching lives
We’re pleased to have just reprinted A Bucketful of Patience – Living with Dementia by Tony Hall, Founder and Chair of Bristol Dementia Action Alliance (BDAA). Tony and his wife, Barbara’s, dementia journey has resonated with many readers whose lives have been touched by dementia. The book offers both practical advice alongside support and comfort for others on a similar journey. All profits from sales of the book go towards supporting BDAA.
April author talks
Martin J. Powell
Tuesday, April 1st, 7.30pm
Maid of the Haystack
An 18th Century conspiracy mystery based on true events near Bristol.
Yatton Local History Society, Yatton Methodist Church, 89 High Street, Yatton, BS49 4DW
Clive Burlton
Monday, April 7th, 2.30pm
Harry Dolman
The millionaire inventor who became “Mr Bristol City”
Memories of Bedminster History Group, South Bristol Christian Centre, Churchlands Road, Bedminster, BS3 3PW
Bristol Books mini-van delivering in Bristol
The 1967 Bristol Books mini-van has been out and about in the sunshine delivering books across the city. Thanks to Barbara Lord and Clare Hayward at Bristol and Avon Family History Society (pictured) who have supported us and stock our books.
Western Front Footsteps tour
Saturday 20th to Tuesday 23rd September 2025
Join two local First World War historians, Jeremy Banning and Clive Burlton, for a four-day trip to the battlefields of France and Flanders and follow in the footsteps of West Country soldiers. Visit iconic battlefield sites such as the trenches and tunnels of Vimy Ridge, the Cambrai battlefield and Ypres Salient, and discover life behind the lines with visits to Poperinge and Talbot House, the town’s ‘Every Man’s Club’. To book call Clive Burlton on 07918 071008 or 01934 832113 or email cburlton@aol.com.
