Nicholas Best brengt een rijke schakering aan ervaringen mee in zijn schrijfwerk, gevormd door zijn opvoeding in Kenia en zijn opleiding in Engeland en Dublin, naast zijn dienst bij de Grenadier Guards en zijn journalistieke carrière. Zijn romans bieden vaak scherpe satire op militaire bekrompenheid en bureaucratische inefficiëntie, wat hem vergelijkingen met meesters van het genre oplevert. Best heeft een scherp oog voor cruciale historische momenten, waarbij hij de impact ervan op individuen en samenlevingen verkent in zowel zijn fictie als non-fictie werken. Zijn decennium als fictiecriticus voor de Financial Times onderstreept zijn diepgaande begrip van de vertelkunst, wat blijkt uit zijn boeiende en inzichtelijke verhalen.
Eyewitness Accounts from Europe at the End of World War II
From April 28 to May 2, 1945, Fascism lost it death grip on the people as the Allies marched into Germany and Italy and the world learned just how grim things had gotten in Europe. Best shows readers the faces of war by skillfully synthesizing scores of firsthand accounts from notable figures, including Walter Cronkite and Audrey Hepburn.
An ancient mystery explored by an expert using archeology, geology, history and astronomy.
An illustrated miniature book focusing on Celtic Britain's bountiful rural, architectural and horticultural heritage. Illustrations and explanatory captions capture the best of traditional Britain.
One was stabbed to death in an attempted coup. Another was portrayed as a villain in one of Shakespeare's plays. They are among the kings and queens who ruled Scotland over the last nine hundred years. This engaging book reveals the personalities of the Scottish monarchy and notes the landmark events of each reign. Meet Alexander III, who launched a successful bid to recover the Western Isles from the King of Norway, and later married his daughter to the king's son; James V, who often moved among the peasants disguised as a farmer, listening to their opinions and seducing their daughters; and the rest of the royal line. Portraits of the monarchs let you put faces to the stories. 96 pages, 30 color illus., 10 b/w illus., 3 3/4 x 5 1/2.
A striking bird's-eye journey through the most cherished historic landmarks
Spanning ten great dynasties of England's monarchs, from the NOrmans to the House of Windsor, this exquisite little book captures the personalities beneath the crowns and records the landmarks of each reign. From William I to Elizabeth II, a pageant of royalty in miniature. The portraits are courtesy of the National Portrait Gallery, London.
Set against the backdrop of World War II, the story revolves around three American soldiers who uncover a hidden tunnel beneath a towering cathedral after a bombing raid. As they delve into the mystery, they embark on an unexpected journey that reveals secrets from the past, intertwining history and adventure. The looming presence of the cathedral's impressive tower adds to the tension and intrigue of their exploration.
The narrative explores the tumultuous conclusion of World War I, highlighting the chaotic collapse of the German Imperial regime amid intense negotiations and military actions. It details the flight of the Kaiser to Holland and the eventual armistice granted to a new German government, marking the cessation of hostilities on November 11. The account emphasizes the staggering human cost of the conflict, noting that 11,000 casualties occurred before the official end of fighting, surpassing the losses of D-Day.
Set during the final days of World War II, this book delivers a thrilling narrative that intertwines suspense with scholarly insights. It captures the intense atmosphere of the era, providing a detailed and engaging exploration of the events that shaped the conclusion of the war. With a blend of gripping storytelling and academic rigor, it offers readers a compelling look at a pivotal moment in history that is both informative and captivating.
From George Washington to George W. Bush, a Portrait of American Presidents
From the obscure to the legendary, from the rabble-rousers to the peacemakers, this marvelous mini-book takes a sharp-eyed look at the achievements and foibles of all 42 of our nation's elected chiefs of state. Beautifully illustrated with color pictures from Washington's National Portrait Gallery, this book is a must for students and history buffs. 43 color illustrations.
