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Hirohito And The Making Of Modern Japan

de Herbert P. Bix ...

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize“A startling work — awesomely ambitious, faultlessly researched, daring in its thesis, and profound in its implications." — Business Week"Magnificent. . . . everything a political biography should be." — Richmond Times-DispatchThis rich and powerful political biography is now given fresh relevance with a new introduction by the author that explores how Hirohito’s legacy ... Leer más

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Winner of the Pulitzer Prize“A startling work — awesomely ambitious, faultlessly researched, daring in its thesis, and profound in its implications." — Business Week"Magnificent. . . . everything a political biography should be." — Richmond Times-DispatchThis rich and powerful political biography is now given fresh relevance with a new introduction by the author that explores how Hirohito’s legacy
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Seven Sisters

Captives and Rebels in Revolutionary Europe's First Family

de Veronica Buckley ...

A spirited, poignant history of the seven daughters of the great Empress Maria Theresia—among them, Queen Marie Antoinette of France—tracing their lives as they balanced dynastic duty with personal ambition in a time of revolutionary cataclysm“Others make war; you, happy Austria, marry.”For three centuries, the astute positioning of their many princesses and princes had kept the Habsburgs at the ... Leer más

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A spirited, poignant history of the seven daughters of the great Empress Maria Theresia—among them, Queen Marie Antoinette of France—tracing their lives as they balanced dynastic duty with personal ambition in a time of revolutionary cataclysm“Others make war; you, happy Austria, marry.”For three centuries, the astute positioning of their many princesses and princes had kept the Habsburgs at the
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An Ordinary Man

The Surprising Life and Historic Presidency of Gerald R. Ford

de Richard Norton Smith ...

Wall Street Journal Top 10 Best Books of 2023“Richard Norton Smith had brought a lifetime of wisdom, insight, and storytelling verve to the life of a consequential president—Gerald R. Ford. Ford’s is a very American life, and Smith has charted its vicissitudes and import with great grace and illuminating perspective. A marvelous achievement!” — Jon MeachamFrom the preeminent presidential scholar ... Leer más

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Wall Street Journal Top 10 Best Books of 2023“Richard Norton Smith had brought a lifetime of wisdom, insight, and storytelling verve to the life of a consequential president—Gerald R. Ford. Ford’s is a very American life, and Smith has charted its vicissitudes and import with great grace and illuminating perspective. A marvelous achievement!” — Jon MeachamFrom the preeminent presidential scholar
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Prince Charles

The Passions and Paradoxes of an Improbable Life

de Sally Bedell Smith ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A “masterly account” (The Wall Street Journal) of the life and loves of King Charles III, Britain’s first king since 1952, shedding light on the death of Diana, his marriage to Camilla, and his preparations to take the throneSally Bedell Smith returns once again to the British royal family to give us a new look at the man who was the oldest heir to the throne in more ... Leer más

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A “masterly account” (The Wall Street Journal) of the life and loves of King Charles III, Britain’s first king since 1952, shedding light on the death of Diana, his marriage to Camilla, and his preparations to take the throneSally Bedell Smith returns once again to the British royal family to give us a new look at the man who was the oldest heir to the throne in more
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First Principles

What America’s Founders Learned from the Greeks and Romans and How That Shaped Our Country

de Thomas E. Ricks ...

New York Times BestsellerEditors' Choice —New York Times Book Review"Ricks knocks it out of the park with this jewel of a book. On every page I learned something new. Read it every night if you want to restore your faith in our country." —James Mattis, General, U.S. Marines (ret.) & 26th Secretary of DefenseThe Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and #1 New York Times bestselling auth... ... Leer más

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New York Times BestsellerEditors' Choice —New York Times Book Review"Ricks knocks it out of the park with this jewel of a book. On every page I learned something new. Read it every night if you want to restore your faith in our country." —James Mattis, General, U.S. Marines (ret.) & 26th Secretary of DefenseThe Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and #1 New York Times bestselling auth...
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Blood and Oil

Mohammed bin Salman's Ruthless Quest for Global Power

de Bradley Hope, Justin Scheck ...

From award-winning Wall Street Journal reporters comes a revelatory look at the inner workings of the world's most powerful royal family, and how the struggle for succession produced Saudi Arabia's charismatic but ruthless Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, aka MBS.35-year-old Mohammed bin Salman's sudden rise stunned the world. Political and business leaders such as former UK prime minister Tony ... Leer más

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From award-winning Wall Street Journal reporters comes a revelatory look at the inner workings of the world's most powerful royal family, and how the struggle for succession produced Saudi Arabia's charismatic but ruthless Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, aka MBS.35-year-old Mohammed bin Salman's sudden rise stunned the world. Political and business leaders such as former UK prime minister Tony
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The Romanovs: The Final Chapter

de Robert K. Massie ...

A “masterful” (The Washington Post Book World) account of the quest to solve one of the great mysteries in Russian history—from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Peter the Great, Nicholas and Alexandra, and Catherine the Great“Riveting . . . unfolds like a detective story.”—Los Angeles Times Book ReviewIn July 1991, nine skeletons were exhumed from a shallow mass grave near Ekaterinburg, ... Leer más

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A “masterful” (The Washington Post Book World) account of the quest to solve one of the great mysteries in Russian history—from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Peter the Great, Nicholas and Alexandra, and Catherine the Great“Riveting . . . unfolds like a detective story.”—Los Angeles Times Book ReviewIn July 1991, nine skeletons were exhumed from a shallow mass grave near Ekaterinburg,
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The Shadow King

The Life and Death of Henry VI

de Lauren Johnson ...

A thrilling new account of the tragic story and troubled times of Henry VI, who inherited the crowns of both England and France and lost both.Firstborn son of a warrior father who defeated the French at Agincourt, Henry VI of the House of Lancaster inherited the crown not only of England but also of France, at a time when Plantagenet dominance over the Valois dynasty was at its glorious height.And ... Leer más

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A thrilling new account of the tragic story and troubled times of Henry VI, who inherited the crowns of both England and France and lost both.Firstborn son of a warrior father who defeated the French at Agincourt, Henry VI of the House of Lancaster inherited the crown not only of England but also of France, at a time when Plantagenet dominance over the Valois dynasty was at its glorious height.And
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Dancing to the Precipice

The Life of Lucie de la Tour du Pin, Eyewitness to an Era

de Caroline Moorehead ...

“[A] remarkable biography….Moorehead deftly wields periods detail…to tell the story of a captivating woman who kept her sense of self amid the vicissitudes of politics.”—VogueFrom acclaimed biographer Caroline Moorhead comes Dancing to the Precipice, a sweeping chronicle of the remarkable life of Lucie de la Tour du Pin—“an astute, thoroughly engaging biography of a formidable woman” (Boston Globe ... Leer más

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“[A] remarkable biography….Moorehead deftly wields periods detail…to tell the story of a captivating woman who kept her sense of self amid the vicissitudes of politics.”—VogueFrom acclaimed biographer Caroline Moorhead comes Dancing to the Precipice, a sweeping chronicle of the remarkable life of Lucie de la Tour du Pin—“an astute, thoroughly engaging biography of a formidable woman” (Boston Globe
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Marie-Therese, Child of Terror

The Fate of Marie Antoinette's Daughter

de Susan Nagel ...

The first major biography of one of France's most mysterious women--Marie Antoinette's only child to survive the French revolution.Susan Nagel, author of the critically acclaimed biography Mistress of the Elgin Marbles, turns her attention to the life of a remarkable woman who both defined and shaped an era, the tumultuous last days of the crumbling ancient régime. Nagel brings the formidable ... Leer más

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The first major biography of one of France's most mysterious women--Marie Antoinette's only child to survive the French revolution.Susan Nagel, author of the critically acclaimed biography Mistress of the Elgin Marbles, turns her attention to the life of a remarkable woman who both defined and shaped an era, the tumultuous last days of the crumbling ancient régime. Nagel brings the formidable
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All's Well That Ends Well

de William Shakespeare ...

Scholars generally agree that "All's Well That Ends Well" is a comedy written by William Shakespeare between 1600 and 1605, although some believe that the play is the lost Shakespearean drama titled "Love's Labour Won", which was written before 1598.Despite its optimistic title, Shakespeare's "All's Well That Ends Well" has often been considered one of his "problem play.s" Ostensibly a comedy, the ... Leer más

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Scholars generally agree that "All's Well That Ends Well" is a comedy written by William Shakespeare between 1600 and 1605, although some believe that the play is the lost Shakespearean drama titled "Love's Labour Won", which was written before 1598.Despite its optimistic title, Shakespeare's "All's Well That Ends Well" has often been considered one of his "problem play.s" Ostensibly a comedy, the
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The Son that Elizabeth I Never Had

The Adventurous Life of Robert Dudley's Illegitimate Son

de Julia A. Hickey ...

Sir Robert Dudley, the handsome 'base born' son of Elizabeth I's favourite, was born amidst scandal and intrigue. The story of his birth is one of love, royalty and broken bonds of trust. He was at Tilbury with the Earl of Leicester in 1587; four years later he was wealthy, independent and making a mark in Elizabeth's court; he explored Trinidad, searched for the fabled gold of El Dorado and ... Leer más

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Sir Robert Dudley, the handsome 'base born' son of Elizabeth I's favourite, was born amidst scandal and intrigue. The story of his birth is one of love, royalty and broken bonds of trust. He was at Tilbury with the Earl of Leicester in 1587; four years later he was wealthy, independent and making a mark in Elizabeth's court; he explored Trinidad, searched for the fabled gold of El Dorado and
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The Windsor Legacy

A Royal Dynasty of Secrets, Scandal, and Survival

de Robert Jobson ...

From Elizabeth II to future King William, The Windsor Legacy offers a riveting exploration of the British monarchy's resilience and influence over the past century, looking at its key players and conflicts, with a forward-looking examination of its future.In an age where resilience is essential, The Windsor Legacy delivers an enthralling narrative of inspiration and royal intrigue. Penned by ... Leer más

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From Elizabeth II to future King William, The Windsor Legacy offers a riveting exploration of the British monarchy's resilience and influence over the past century, looking at its key players and conflicts, with a forward-looking examination of its future.In an age where resilience is essential, The Windsor Legacy delivers an enthralling narrative of inspiration and royal intrigue. Penned by
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The Plantagenets

The Warrior Kings and Queens Who Made England

de Dan Jones ...

The New York Times bestseller, from the author of Powers and Thrones, that tells the story of Britain’s greatest and worst dynasty—“a real-life Game of Thrones” (The Wall Street Journal)The first Plantagenet kings inherited a blood-soaked realm from the Normans and transformed it into an empire that stretched at its peak from Scotland to Jerusalem. In this epic narrative history of courage, ... Leer más

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The New York Times bestseller, from the author of Powers and Thrones, that tells the story of Britain’s greatest and worst dynasty—“a real-life Game of Thrones” (The Wall Street Journal)The first Plantagenet kings inherited a blood-soaked realm from the Normans and transformed it into an empire that stretched at its peak from Scotland to Jerusalem. In this epic narrative history of courage,
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Catherine de Medici

Renaissance Queen of France

de Leonie Frieda ...

The inspiration for the STARZ original series, The Serpent Queen — second season premiering July 12th!“A beautifully written portrait of a ruthless, subtle and fearless woman fighting for survival and power in a world of gangsterish brutality, routine assassination and religious mania. . . . Frieda has brought a largely forgotten heroine-villainess and a whole sumptuously vicious era back to life. ... Leer más

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The inspiration for the STARZ original series, The Serpent Queen — second season premiering July 12th!“A beautifully written portrait of a ruthless, subtle and fearless woman fighting for survival and power in a world of gangsterish brutality, routine assassination and religious mania. . . . Frieda has brought a largely forgotten heroine-villainess and a whole sumptuously vicious era back to life.
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Spare

de Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex ...

**#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Discover the global phenomenon that tells an unforgettable story of love, loss, courage, and healing.“Compellingly artful . . . [a] blockbuster memoir.”—The New Yorker (Best Books of the Year)**It was one of the most searing images of the twentieth century: two young boys, two princes, walking behind their mother’s coffin as the world watched in sorrow—and horror. ... Leer más

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**#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Discover the global phenomenon that tells an unforgettable story of love, loss, courage, and healing.“Compellingly artful . . . [a] blockbuster memoir.”—The New Yorker (Best Books of the Year)**It was one of the most searing images of the twentieth century: two young boys, two princes, walking behind their mother’s coffin as the world watched in sorrow—and horror.
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To The Scaffold

The Life of Marie Antoinette

de Carolly Erickson ...

"[A] smoothly written biography" of the misunderstood eighteenth-century French queen executed during the revolution ( Publishers Weekly )."An extraordinary life. . . . Ms. Erickson gives us a likable, empathetic women and broadens our understanding of her." — The New York Times Book ReviewOne of history's most misunderstood figures, Marie Antoin... ... Leer más

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"[A] smoothly written biography" of the misunderstood eighteenth-century French queen executed during the revolution ( Publishers Weekly )."An extraordinary life. . . . Ms. Erickson gives us a likable, empathetic women and broadens our understanding of her." — The New York Times Book ReviewOne of history's most misunderstood figures, Marie Antoin...
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The Romanovs

1613-1918

de Simon Sebag Montefiore ...

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the national bestselling author of Stalin: An "epic history on the grandest scale” (Financial Times) about the most successful dynasty of modern times, a family who created the world’s greatest empire—and then lost it all."An essential addition to the library of anyone interested in Russian history.” —The New York Times Book Review**The Romanovs ruled a sixth of ... Leer más

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**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the national bestselling author of Stalin: An "epic history on the grandest scale” (Financial Times) about the most successful dynasty of modern times, a family who created the world’s greatest empire—and then lost it all."An essential addition to the library of anyone interested in Russian history.” —The New York Times Book Review**The Romanovs ruled a sixth of
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Xerxes

de Jacob Abbott ...

Xerxes I of Persia also known as Xerxes the Great was the fourth king of the kings of Achaemenid Empire. Xerxes was crowned and succeeded his father in October–December 486 BC when he was about 36 years old. The transition of power to Xerxes was smooth due again in part to the great authority of Atossa and his accession of royal power was not challenged by any person at court or in the Achaemenian ... Leer más

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Xerxes I of Persia also known as Xerxes the Great was the fourth king of the kings of Achaemenid Empire. Xerxes was crowned and succeeded his father in October–December 486 BC when he was about 36 years old. The transition of power to Xerxes was smooth due again in part to the great authority of Atossa and his accession of royal power was not challenged by any person at court or in the Achaemenian
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A Royal Life

de HRH The Duke of Kent, Hugo Vickers ...

'A pleasure to read... a timely reminder of the need for service' -- The Daily Telegraph'The voices and reminiscence of family and friends merge seamlessly, giving the impression of gathering round the fire on a winter evening' -- The Oldie'A remarkable memoir penned by the Duke of Kent, whose entire life has been dedicated to Queen and country... an insider's account of what it is like to be a ... Leer más

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'A pleasure to read... a timely reminder of the need for service' -- The Daily Telegraph'The voices and reminiscence of family and friends merge seamlessly, giving the impression of gathering round the fire on a winter evening' -- The Oldie'A remarkable memoir penned by the Duke of Kent, whose entire life has been dedicated to Queen and country... an insider's account of what it is like to be a
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Lilibet

An Intimate Portrait of Elizabeth II

de Carolly Erickson ...

In Lilibet, master biographer Carolly Erickson turns her skill at writing un-put-downable narrative to telling the remarkable story of Elizabeth II, Queen of England.With her customary psychological insight, historian Erickson traces the queen's gilded but often thorny path from her overprotected girlhood to her ascension to the throne at twenty-five to her personal and national difficulties as ... Leer más

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In Lilibet, master biographer Carolly Erickson turns her skill at writing un-put-downable narrative to telling the remarkable story of Elizabeth II, Queen of England.With her customary psychological insight, historian Erickson traces the queen's gilded but often thorny path from her overprotected girlhood to her ascension to the throne at twenty-five to her personal and national difficulties as
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The Life of Elizabeth I

de Alison Weir ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An intimate, captivating biography of Queen Elizabeth I that brings the enigmatic ruler to vivid life, from “the finest historian of English monarchical succession writing” (The Boston Globe)“An extraordinary piece of historical scholarship.”—The Cleveland Plain DealerPerhaps the most influential sovereign England has ever known, Queen Elizabeth I remained an extremely ... Leer más

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An intimate, captivating biography of Queen Elizabeth I that brings the enigmatic ruler to vivid life, from “the finest historian of English monarchical succession writing” (The Boston Globe)“An extraordinary piece of historical scholarship.”—The Cleveland Plain DealerPerhaps the most influential sovereign England has ever known, Queen Elizabeth I remained an extremely
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The Wars of the Roses

The Fall of the Plantagenets and the Rise of the Tudors

de Dan Jones ...

The author of the New York Times bestseller The Plantagenets and The Templars chronicles the next chapter in British history—the historical backdrop for Game of ThronesThe inspiration for the Channel 5 series Britain's Bloody CrownThe crown of England changed hands five times over the course of the fifteenth century, as two branches of the Plantagenet dynasty fought to the death ... ... Leer más

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The author of the New York Times bestseller The Plantagenets and The Templars chronicles the next chapter in British history—the historical backdrop for Game of ThronesThe inspiration for the Channel 5 series Britain's Bloody CrownThe crown of England changed hands five times over the course of the fifteenth century, as two branches of the Plantagenet dynasty fought to the death ...
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Nicholas and Alexandra

The Classic Account of the Fall of the Romanov Dynasty

de Robert K. Massie ...

**A “magnificent and intimate” (Harper’s) modern classic of Russian history, the spellbinding story of the love that ended an empire—from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Peter the Great, The Romanovs, and Catherine the Great“A moving, rich book . . . [This] revealing, densely documented account of the last Romanovs focuses not on the great events . . . but on the royal family and their evil ... Leer más

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**A “magnificent and intimate” (Harper’s) modern classic of Russian history, the spellbinding story of the love that ended an empire—from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Peter the Great, The Romanovs, and Catherine the Great“A moving, rich book . . . [This] revealing, densely documented account of the last Romanovs focuses not on the great events . . . but on the royal family and their evil
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