How did Brittany get its name and its British-Celtic language in the centuries after the collapse of the Western Roman Empire? Beginning in the ninth century, scholars have proposed a succession of theories about Breton origins, influenced by the changing relationships between Brittany, its Continental neighbours, and the 'Atlantic Archipelago' during and after the Viking age and the Norman Conquest. However, due to limited records, the history of medieval Brittany remains a relatively neg...

Leadership is being redefined. The question is — are you evolving with it?Connect Lead Succeed – Book 2 brings together global leadership thinkers, business strategists, and AI practitioners in a powerful Conference in a Book™ experience designed for modern executives, entrepreneurs, and professional speakers.In a world shaped by artificial intelligence, rapid technological change, and rising workplace complexity, leadership can no...

What if you could attend a global business conference without the flights, fees, or time away from the office?Connect, Lead, Succeed is a groundbreaking CONFERENCE IN A BOOK™ — a carefully curated collection of written keynotes from 16 international experts across five vital areas of business: Leadership, Teams, Artificial Intelligence & Technology, Networking, and Marketing & Business Growth. Each contributor is an accomplished sp...

From the author of Louis XIV, an unprecedented history of the entire Huguenot experience in France, from hopeful beginnings to tragic diaspora.Following the Reformation, a growing number of radical Protestants came together to live and worship in Catholic France. These Huguenots survived persecution and armed conflict to win—however briefly—freedom of worship, civil rights, and unique status as a protected minority. But in 1685, the Revoca...

Do you crave the power to unlock your full leadership potential? Do you want to master the art of persuasion to lead and inspire others?In the world of Persuasive Leadership, we dive deep into the wisdom of top business visionaries who've harnessed the magic of persuasion to elevate their collaborative prowess and achieve unparalleled success. This book isn't just for the corporate elite – it's a goldmine of actionable insights for anyone hungry to amplify their influence ...

"Pomp, pageantry and epic showing-off: a vivid re-creation of the 1520 peace-promoting rally between the kings of England and France."— The Sunday TimesGlenn Richardson provides the first history in more than four decades of a major Tudor event: an extraordinary international gathering of Renaissance rulers unparalleled in its opulence, pageantry, controversy, and mystery.Throughout most of the late medieval period, from 1300 to 1500, England and F...

Leadership DNA: Shaping a Thriving Business Culture showcases the real stories, insights, and strategies of successful leaders across industries. Whether you’re a seasoned executive, a growing entrepreneur, or an aspiring business professional, this essential anthology offers actionable guidance to help you thrive in today’s fast-paced world.In Leadership DNA, you will discover:• How a tech entrepreneur saved her business by focusing on me...

One of the most charismatic and enigmatic personalities of the High Middle Ages, Edward the ' Black Prince' commanded an English division at the battle of Crecy when just sixteen years old. But despite his battlefield exploits, romantic reputation and popularity among the people, Edward has become notorious as a proponent of 'scorched earth' campaigns, or chevauchee. These expeditions amounted to little more than the licensed plunder of undefended towns and the mu...

Join the Movement of Leaders Who Turn Adversity Into Advantage-Your Guidebook AwaitsWhat if your next breakdown could become your biggest breakthrough? The leaders in Unshakable Leadership prove it's possible-and they'll show you exactly how they did it.This anthology gathers wisdom from the trenches: entrepreneurs who lost everything and rebuilt stronger, executives who led through impossible odds, visionaries who chose purpose ov...

This compelling new biography provides the most authoritative picture yet of King Stephen, whose reign (1135–1154), with its “nineteen long winters” of civil war, made his name synonymous with failed leadership. After years of work on the sources, Edmund King shows with rare clarity the strengths and weaknesses of the monarch. Keeping Stephen at the forefront of his account, the author also chronicles the activities of key family members and associates whose loyal support sustained Stephen...

AI and automation are reshaping our world at an unprecedented speed, making traditional skills obsolete and opening new doors of opportunity. Those who adapt and develop unique, irreplaceable abilities will thrive. What is your plan to remain indispensable, protect your business, and safeguard your humanity in this AI-driven world?Pascal Bornet—award-winning AI expert, former McKinsey executive, and Top Voice in Technology with over 1 million LinkedIn followers—dra...

Transform your life and your career with the four steps to adapt effectively to change: Engage, Accept, Activate, Release.Winner of the 2025 Australian Career Book Award‘A powerful playbook to lead and master change.’ Dominic Price, AtlassianAfter the global pause in 2020, we returned to a world that feels faster, looser, and less structured – our professional boundaries have been erased, social and cultural norms a...