Mark Bryant Boeken

The narrative delves into the fascinating life of Françoise d'Aubigné, the secret wife of the Sun King, exploring her rise from humble beginnings to a significant figure in the royal court. It highlights her influence and the complexities of her relationship with Louis XIV, set against the backdrop of the opulent yet tumultuous world of 17th-century France. Through her story, the book reveals themes of power, identity, and the often-hidden roles women played in shaping history.

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A wonderful selection of writing on cats, from Aesop to Oscar Wilde, and from ancient Egypt to twentieth-century New York

Focusing on Sir Francis Carruthers Gould, Britain’s first staff political cartoonist and a pioneering figure in graphic satire, this study delves into his influential career from the Pall Mall Gazette to his later works. Media historian Colin Seymour-Ure offers a personal miscellany rather than a strict biography, highlighting Gould's unique style and his ability to critique politicians like Gladstone and Chamberlain without malice. The book also includes a reprint of Seymour-Ure's seminal essay on cartoonists, marking a significant contribution to the understanding of British cartooning.

Focusing on British cartoonists and caricaturists, this handbook serves as a comprehensive reference to nearly 500 key artists from the twentieth century. It highlights their contributions and significance in the field, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the evolution of British satire and visual humor. Originally published in 2000, it provides a detailed overview of the major figures who shaped the landscape of British cartooning.

A nostalgic look back over fifty years of British life in the form of 120 cartoons from one of the UK's best-loved, award-winning editorial cartoonists.

Featuring nearly 1500 riddles, this collection showcases the rich history of riddles and their evolution over time. It delves into various strands of the riddling art, offering readers a comprehensive exploration of this intriguing form of wordplay. Originally published in 1990, it serves as both a reference and a source of entertainment for those interested in the cleverness and creativity of riddles throughout history.

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Kniha je rozdělena do kapitol podle jednotlivých válečných let a ke každé kapitole patří stručný úvod, poskytující historický rámec ke kresbám v onom roce. Celkem kniha obsahuje asi 300 kreseb, barevných a černobílých, které byly záměrně rozmístěny tak, aby poskytly jedinečný přehled o druhé světové válce a apelovaly na širokou škálu čtenářů.

Un livre pour l'Histoire. Propagande éhontée, humour ravageur, violence du trait... rien n'échappe au crayon acéré des dessinateurs. Et c'est toute l'histoire de la Seconde Guerre mondiale qui défile, depuis l'ascension du nazisme jusqu'aux liesses de la Libération. Une vision unique 350 caricatures des années 1939-1945, en noir et blanc et en couleurs, sélectionnées parmi plus de 5 000 dessins ! Issues des journaux, des affiches ou des camps de prisonniers, elles nous font autant partager le point de vue des Alliés que celui des forces de l'Axe (Allemagne, Italie, Japon...).