The Heart Healers
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- 15 uur lezen
The compelling story of how scientists and doctors learned to save the human heart by one of the men who made it possible
James Forrester Boeken
Deze auteur, van beroep historicus, duikt in de middeleeuwen en de vroegmoderne tijd. Zijn literaire werk, geïnspireerd door hedendaagse documenten, verkent complexe thema's van loyaliteit en verraad binnen historische contexten. Hij beschouwt geschiedenis als een drama van individuele lotsbestemmingen, waarvan de beslissingen werden gevormd door de druk van religie, staat en persoonlijke relaties. Zijn verhalen trekken de lezer mee in een boeiende wereld vol existentiële risico's.
The brilliant new Elizabethan thriller from the highly acclaimed author of SACRED TREASON
From the author of The Time Traveller's Guide to Elizabethan England, now a major BBC 2 TV series, comes the next enthralling Elizabethan thriller. September 1566. William Harley, Clarenceux King of Arms, lives quietly with his family in London, with a document in his possession that could destroy the state. The aged Lady Percy, Countess of Northumberland, has not given up trying to find it. Nor has she forgotten how he betrayed her and the Catholic cause - she has spent the last two years planning her revenge. But then eloquent and adventurous courtier, John Greystoke suddenly seems most concerned for Clarenceux's safety. And why, on behalf of the government, does Francis Walsingham have spies watching Clarenceux's house day and night? When his wife and his daughter go missing, Clarenceux finds himself on the run with his other young daughter, hunted by Lady Percy's agents. He knows he must finally destroy the document, even if it should cost him his life - but how can he, until he has reunited his family?
Sacred Treason
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- 17 uur lezen
A gripping historical thriller full of compelling detail and narrative twists in the vein of C. J. Sansom that received blanket rave reviews in hardcover
The Polite Philosopher
Or An Essay On That Art Which Makes A Man Happy In Himself, And Agreeable To Others (1736)
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Focusing on the art of politeness, this philosophical treatise delves into how good manners and etiquette contribute to personal happiness and social harmony. James Forrester examines various aspects of polite behavior, offering practical advice on conversation, appearance, and public conduct. Each chapter provides insights and tips to help readers cultivate better manners and enhance their relationships with others. Timeless in its relevance, the work emphasizes the significance of politeness in everyday life, making it a valuable read for those seeking to improve their social interactions.