John Barbour Boeken

A high school dropout at 15, and deported from Canada at 17, John Barbour is recognized as "the godfather of reality TV" for his role as the creator, producer, co-host, and writer of the trendsetting hit Real People . He won the first of his five Emmys as the original host of AM LA in 1970, where he interviewed controversial anti-war guests like Mohammed Ali, Cesar Chavez, and Jane Fonda. He was the first in America to do film reviews on the news, winning three more consecutive Emmys as KNBC’s Critic-At-Large. He spent ten years as Los Angeles Magazine’s most widely read and quoted critic and early in his career, he made stand-up comedy appearances on The Dean Martin Show, The Tonight Show , and others. In 1992 he wrote and directed the award-winning The Garrison Tapes , which Director Oliver Stone heralded as "the perfect companion piece to my movie, JFK ." In 2017 he wrote and directed part The American Media and the Second Assassination of President John F. Kennedy , which was applauded as "the definitive film on JFK and the rise of Fake News." In this highly entertaining, deeply informative autobiography, readers will discover what a multifaceted storyteller Barbour is. 

This epic poem tells the story of the Scottish king Robert the Bruce and his fight for independence against the English. The poem is a masterpiece of medieval literature, featuring vivid descriptions of battles and political intrigue. With its powerful narrative and poetic language, this book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and Scottish culture.

This epic poem, written by the 14th-century Scottish poet John Barbour, tells the story of the life and deeds of the legendary Scottish king Robert the Bruce. Filled with battle scenes, political intrigue, and colorful characters, this work is a masterpiece of medieval Scottish literature and a fitting tribute to one of Scotland's greatest heroes.

This edition of Barbour's epic poem, The Bruce, includes additional material by John Lydgate. The added section tells the story of how the good wife of Inverness taught her daughter the principles of healthy living. This charming addition enhances the reading experience of a classic work of Scottish literature.

This epic poem tells the tale of Scotland's struggle for independence during the 14th century, weaving together mythology, history, and romance to create a rich and vivid tapestry of Scottish culture and identity. Written by celebrated poet John Barbour and later revised by John Lydgate, The Bruce remains a beloved classic of Scottish literature to this day.

This collection of early Scottish poetry provides readers with a rich and varied introduction to the literary traditions of this fascinating and complex culture. With contributions from some of the most celebrated poets of the era, including Thomas the Rhymer, John Barbour, and Henry the Minstrel, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and literature of Scotland.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1881. The Antigonos publishing house specialises in the publication of reprints of historical books. We make sure that these works are made available to the public in good condition in order to preserve their cultural heritage.