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Peter Ackroyd
[Paperback 1999]
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Peter Ackroyd's The Life of Thomas More is a magnificent reconstruction of the life and imagination of one of the most remarkable figures of history. Thomas More was a renowned statesman, the author of a political fantasy that gave a name to a genre and a worldview (Utopia) , and,... more
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Zachary Leader
[Ebook, Adobe epub 2013]
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The authorised biography of the esteemed writer, from the editor of Kingsley Amis's }Letters{. Drawing on interviews with Amis's friends, relatives, fellow writers, students, and colleagues, as well as hundreds of unpublished letters, this is the perfect literary biography. 'It's a pleasure to read, and the accumulation of detail gives... more
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Sebastian Faulks
[Paperback 1997]
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Paperback edition of this bestselling title that looks at the lives of three exceptionally talented men, each of whom died at an early age. The first is Christopher Wood, who went to Paris in 1921 and secured himself a place in the history of English painting. Next is Richard Hilary,... more
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Peter Ackroyd
[Paperback 2006]
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In a magnificent feat of re-creating sixteenth-century London and Stratford, bestselling biographer and novelist Peter Ackroyd brings William Shakespeare to life in the manner of a contemporary rather than a biographer. Following his magisterial and ingenious re-creations of the lives of Chaucer, Dickens, T. S. Eliot, William Blake, and Sir... more
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C Tomalin
[Paperback 1999]
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From her study of the Austen family papers, Claire Tomalin paints a rich, tragi-comic picture of the Austen clan and their neighbours, reaching the conclusion that the facts of Jane Austen's life were even more extravagant and romantic than her fiction. From her study of the Austen family papers, Claire... more
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Ian Crofton
[Hardcover 2007]
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About the Book : In the 9th century Alfred the Great declared himself the first "king of England" and established a monarchy that has survived the shock of Norman invasion in the 11th century, the brutal vicissitudes of medieval kingship, civil war, and a transition into today's constitutional monarchy. This... more
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David Gilmour
[Paperback 2003]
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Rudyard Kipling was a unique figure in British history, a great writer and at the same time a great imperial icon. He won the Nobel Prize for Literature and added more phrases to the language than any man since Shakespeare, whilst his poems incarnated an era for millions of people... more
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Geoff Dyer
[Paperback 2012]
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Geoff Dyer had always wanted to write a book about D. H. Lawrence. He wanted, in fact, to write his "Lawrence book." The problem was, he had no idea what his "Lawrence book" would be though he was determined to write a "sober academic study." Luckily for the reader, he... more
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Alfred Lansing
[Paperback 1999]
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In 1914, an expedition headed by Sir Ernest Shackleton set out to be the first to cross the continent of Antarctica. Shipwrecked and marooned for months on end, their ill-fated voyage became a triumphant story of indomitable courage and faith in the face of astounding obstacles. A bestseller since it... more
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Nick Hornby
[Paperback 1998]
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Nick Hornby has been a soccer fan since the moment he was conceived. Fever Pitch is his tribute to a lifelong obsession. Part autobiography, part comedy, part incisive analysis of insanity, Hornby's award-winning memoir captures the fever pitch of fandom--its agony and ecstasy, its community, its defining role in thousands... more
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Bill Bryson
[Paperback 2008]
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New York Times" bestselling author Bryson explores the life and works of Shakespeare in an entertaining and erudite biography. Crafted as a travelogue of sorts, the book includes Brysons conversations with those who know the Bard best--Shakespearean actors and academics. William Shakespeare, the most celebrated poet in the English language,... more
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Andrew Lycett
[Ebook, Adobe epub 2012]
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Ian Fleming's life was just as dramatic as that of his fictional creation, James Bond. Andrew Lycett's direct access to Fleming's family, friends and contemporaries has enabled him to reveal the truth behind the complicated facade of this enigmatic and remarkable man. With an extraordinary cast of characters, this is... more
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Adam Ardrey
[Paperback 2012]
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Subtitled, }The Truth Behind The Legend{. A new account of the life and times of Merlin, which reveals he was a historical figure who came from Scotland. Will appeal to fans of }The Da Vinci Code{, conspiracy theories and detective stories.... more
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John Miller
[Paperback 2000]
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James II (1633-1701) lacked the charisma of his father, Charles I, but shared his tendency to dismiss the views of others when they differed from his own. Failing to understand his subjects, James was also misunderstood by them. In this highly-regarded biography, John Miller reassesses James II and his reign,... more
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A W H Phillips ,
Robert Leeson ,
Leeson Robert
[Hardcover 2000]
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E A Smith
[Paperback 2001]
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Patrick Delaforce
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This celebration of the man, his life, and his monumental achievements is presented as an attractive gift book and written by an expert on the subject. Sir Winston Churchill was undoubtedly the greatest leader of the Second World War, and unarguably the greatest Briton of his age. Born at the... more
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Gordon Campbell ,
Thomas N Corns
[Paperback 2010]
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Drawing on insightful new findings in the study of seventeenth-century history and in a more nuanced exploration of notions like Puritanism, republicanism, radicalism, and dissent, this book sheds fresh light on the writings, the thought, and the life of poet John Milton, whose career spanned one of the most turbulent... more
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Donald Hawes
[Paperback 2007]
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Charles Dickens is without doubt a literary giant. The most widely read author of his own generation, his works remain incredibly popular and important today. Often seen as the quintessential Victorian novelist, his texts convey perhaps better than any ot Part of a series, which provides concise introductions to major... more
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Ros Coward
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Comprehensive portrait of the life and humanitarian work of Diana, Princess of Wales authorized by the late Princess' Estate and her Memorial Fund. With gatefolds, acetate overlays, 100 exclusive images and 400 others chosen for their style or memorable qualities, this lavishly produced hardback is the ultimate keepsake to remember... more
