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Michael Korda

    8 oktober 1933

    Deze in Engeland geboren schrijver en romanschrijver wordt geprezen om zijn scherpe inzichten in de menselijke conditie. Zijn werken duiken in de complexiteit van relaties en de morele dilemma's die zijn personages navigeren. Met een nauwgezet oog voor detail en een krachtig taalgebruik trekt hij lezers mee in werelden die zowel vertrouwd als vreemd aanvoelen. Zijn schrijven dient als een diepe reflectie op de waarheden van het leven en de samenleving.

    Michael Korda
    Muse of Fire
    Catnip
    Ike
    The Immortals
    Worldly Goods
    Clouds of Glory
    • Clouds of Glory

      • 848bladzijden
      • 30 uur lezen
      4,5(44)Tarief

      In Clouds of Glory: The Life and Legend of Robert E. Lee, Michael Korda, the New York Times bestselling biographer of Dwight D. Eisenhower, Ulysses S. Grant, and T. E. Lawrence, has written the first major biography of Lee in nearly twenty years, bringing to life one of America's greatest, most iconic heroes. Korda paints a vivid and admiring portrait of Lee as a general and a devoted family man who, though he disliked slavery and was not in favor of secession, turned down command of the Union army in 1861 because he could not "draw his sword" against his own children, his neighbors, and his beloved Virginia. He was surely America's preeminent military leader, as calm, dignified, and commanding a presence in defeat as he was in victory. Lee's reputation has only grown in the 150 years since the Civil War, and Korda covers in groundbreaking detail all of Lee's battles and traces the making of a great man's undeniable reputation on both sides of the Mason-Dixon Line, positioning him finally as the symbolic martyr-hero of the Southern Cause. Clouds of Glory features dozens of stunning illustrations, some never before seen, including eight pages of color, sixteen pages of black-and-white, and nearly fifty battle maps.

      Clouds of Glory
    • The Immortals

      • 559bladzijden
      • 20 uur lezen

      Novel centering on the lives and passions of Marilyn Monroe, Bobby and John F. Kennedy.

      The Immortals
    • Ike

      An American Hero

      • 800bladzijden
      • 28 uur lezen
      4,3(50)Tarief

      This engaging biography offers an in-depth look at a towering figure of the twentieth century, capturing the essence of their life and achievements. With vibrant storytelling and compelling insights, the book presents a comprehensive narrative that highlights the individual's impact on history and culture. Readers will find it both informative and captivating, making it a must-read for those interested in influential personalities and their legacies.

      Ike
    • Catnip

      • 187bladzijden
      • 7 uur lezen

      From silly to sweet, 365 cat sketches by Michael Korda, drawn with love for his wife.

      Catnip
    • The First World War comes to harrowing life through the intertwined lives of the soldier poets in Michael Korda’s epic Muse of Fire.

      Muse of Fire
    • Hero

      The Life and Legend of Lawrence of Arabia

      • 699bladzijden
      • 25 uur lezen
      4,2(88)Tarief

      T.E. Lawrence (1888-1935) first won fame for his writings and his participation in the British-sponsored Arab Revolt of WWI, but the adventurer known even in his day as "Lawrence of Arabia" is remembered today mostly as the subject of the 1962 film masterpiece based on his life. This splendid page-turner revitalizes this protean, enigmatic adventurer. That this colorful British scholar/Middle East warrior deserves a better fate is demonstrated amply in Michael Kordas' authoritative 784-page biography. Exciting, well-written, and relevant.699 pages of text, 762 with notes

      Hero
    • With Wings Like Eagles

      The Untold Story of the Battle of Britain

      • 384bladzijden
      • 14 uur lezen
      4,1(52)Tarief

      The book showcases a unique narrative style characterized by elegance and flair, offering a bold and refreshing perspective. The author's writing captivates readers with its sophistication, making it a standout work. Through engaging prose, it promises to deliver an intriguing exploration of its themes, leaving a lasting impression on its audience.

      With Wings Like Eagles
    • Alone

      • 544bladzijden
      • 20 uur lezen
      4,1(698)Tarief

      Combining epic history with rich family stories, Michael Korda chronicles the outbreak of the Second World War and the great events that led to Dunkirk.

      Alone