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"In January 1973, Richard Nixon had just been inaugurated after winning re-election in a historic landslide. But by April 1973, his presidency had fallen apart as the Watergate scandal metastasized into what White House counsel John Dean called "a full-blown cancer." King Richard is the intimate, utterly absorbing narrative of the tension-packed hundred days when the Watergate burglars and their handlers in the administration turned on one another, revealing their direct connection ties to the White House. Drawing on thousands of hours of newly-released taped recordings, Michael Dobbs takes us into the very heart of the conspiracy, recreating these dramatic events in unprecedentedly vivid detail. He captures the growing paranoia of the principal players and their desperate attempts to deflect blame as the noose tightened around them and the daily pressures became increasingly unbearable. At the center of this spellbinding drama is Nixon himself, a man whose strengths, particularly his determination to win at all costs, were also his fatal flaws. Structured like a classical tragedy with a uniquely American twist, this is an epic and deeply human story of ambition, power, and betrayal"--

Michael Dodds recreates the 'most dangerous moment in human history' and brings the Cuban Missile Crisis to a new generation

This book offers an engaging and anecdotal history that captures a significant drama of our time. Through compelling storytelling, it weaves together key moments and insights, providing readers with a deep understanding of the events and their impact. The narrative highlights the emotional and historical significance of the story, making it a remarkable account that resonates with contemporary themes.

Focusing on the pivotal moments of the Watergate scandal, this account provides an insider's perspective from the White House during the crisis that led to a president's downfall. The narrative captures the tension and urgency of the events, detailing the conspiracy's unfolding and its impact on American politics. With sharp insights and riveting storytelling, it reveals the high stakes and the dramatic consequences of this historical episode.

From an acclaimed British author, a sharply focused, riveting account -- told from inside the White House -- of the crucial days, hours, and moments when the Watergate conspiracy consumed, and ultimately toppled, a president. In January 1973, Richard Nixon was inaugurated after winning re-election in a historic landslide. But by April his presidency had fallen apart as the Watergate scandal metastasised into what White House counsel John Dean called 'a full-blown cancer'. King Richardis the intimate, utterly absorbing narrative of the tension-packed hundred days when the Watergate burglars and their handlers in the administration turned on one another, revealing their direct connection to the White House. Drawing on thousands of hours of newly released taped recordings, Michael Dobbs takes us into the very heart of the conspiracy, recreating these dramatic events in unprecedentedly vivid detail. He captures the growing paranoia of the principal players, and their desperate attempts to deflect blame, as the noose tightened around them and the daily pressures became increasingly unbearable. At the centre of this spellbinding drama is Nixon himself, a man whose strengths -- particularly his determination to win at all costs -- were also his fatal flaws. Structured like a classical tragedy with a uniquely American twist, this is an epic and deeply human story of ambition, power, and betrayal.

Published in association with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, a riveting story of Jewish families seeking to escape Nazi Germany. In 1938, on the eve of World War II, the American journalist Dorothy Thompson wrote that "a piece of paper with a stamp on it" was "the difference between life and death." The Unwanted is the intimate account of a small village on the edge of the Black Forest whose Jewish families desperately pursued American visas to flee the Nazis. Battling formidable bureaucratic obstacles, some make it to the United States while others are unable to obtain the necessary documents. Some are murdered in Auschwitz, their applications for American visas still "pending." Drawing on previously unpublished letters, diaries, interviews, and visa records, Michael Dobbs provides an illuminating account of America's response to the refugee crisis of the 1930s and 1940s. He describes the deportation of German Jews to France in October 1940, along with their continuing quest for American visas. And he re-creates the heated debates among U.S. officials over whether or not to admit refugees amid growing concerns about "fifth columnists," at a time when the American public was deeply isolationist, xenophobic, and antisemitic. A Holocaust story that is both German and American, The Unwanted vividly captures the experiences of a small community struggling to survive amid tumultuous world events.

From the author of the best-selling One Minute to Midnight, a riveting account of the pivotal six month period spanning the end of World War II, the dawn of the atomic age, and the beginning of the Cold War. When Roosevelt, Churchill, and Stalin met in Yalta in February 1945, Hitler's armies were on the run, and victory was imminent. The Big Three wanted to draft a blueprint for a lasting peace—but instead they set the stage for a forty-four year division of Europe into Soviet and Western spheres of influence. After fighting side by side for nearly four years, their political alliance was beginning to fracture. Although the most dramatic Cold War confrontations such as the Berlin airlift were still to come, a new struggle for global hegemony had got underway by August 1945 when Truman used the atomic bomb against Hiroshima. Six Months in 1945 brilliantly captures this momentous historical turning point, chronicling the geopolitical twists behind the fall of the Iron Curtain, while illuminating the aims and personalities of larger-than-life political giants. It is a vividly rendered story of individual and national interests in fierce competition at a seminal moment in history.

Michael Dobbs skillfully intertwines his historical passion with the legendary figure of Winston Churchill, creating a compelling narrative in two acclaimed works. The books explore Churchill's resilience and leadership during pivotal moments in history, showcasing his unwavering spirit in the face of adversity. Through rich storytelling, Dobbs captures the essence of Churchill's character and the challenges he confronted, offering readers an engaging and insightful look at one of history's most influential leaders.

The boundaries of parental love and child/parent devotion are explored to their breaking point in this unique and breathtaking thriller. Once a year, the Queen, the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the judges, the bishops, leaders spiritual and temporal, assemble in the House of Lords for the State Opening of Parliament. On this day, the Lords' Day, the gathering is still more impressive, for sitting beside his mother is the heir to the throne and up in the galleries are the sons of both the US President and the British Prime Minister. But they are all about to be taken hostage. The siege will lead some to selfless sacrifice, others to lose the respect of those they love most dearly

The story of one man's defiance and a nation's courage.Friday 10th May 1940. Hitler launches a devastating attack that in days will overrun France, Holland and Belgium, and bring Britain to its knees at Dunkirk. It is also the day Winston Churchill becomes Prime Minister. He is the one man capable of standing in Hitler's way - yet Churchill is still deeply mistrusted within his own Cabinet and haunted by the memory of his haunted father.Never Surrender is a novel about the courage and defiance that were displayed in abundance - not just by Churchill, but by ordinary men and women over three of the most momentous weeks in British history.

The protege of Nazi Propaganda Minister Josef Goebbels, former POW Peter Hencke witnesses firsthand the Germans' capacity for evil, and, armed with information that could destroy Hitler, he makes his way into Hitler's bunker. NB: Complete & Unabridged.

"The story that inspired the hit Netflix series"--Cover.

WINSTON'S WAR is a masterful blending of imagination and compelling fact that places the reader at the right hand of the most momentous events in our history.Saturday 1 October 1938. Two men meet. One is elderly, the other in his twenties. One will become the most revered man of his time, and the other known as the greatest of traitors.Winston Churchill met Guy Burgess at a moment when the world was about to explode. Now in his astonishing new novel, Michael Dobbs throws brilliant fresh light upon Churchill's relationship with the Soviet spy and the twenty months of conspiracy, chance and outright treachery that were to propel Churchill from outcast to messiah and change the course of history.

From Michael Dobbs, author of the book that inspired the hit Netflix series *House of Cards*, this work transports readers to the end of WWII during the pivotal Yalta Conference, where Winston Churchill, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Joseph Stalin convene to discuss global peace. Despite their common goals, these leaders engage in deception to secure their historical legacies. Dobbs delves into the psyche of these powerful figures: the dominating Stalin, intent on expanding the Soviet Empire; the fragile Roosevelt, willing to compromise to gain Stalin's support against Japan; and Churchill, the least powerful yet most visionary, struggling against both his allies and the aggressive Soviet ambitions. The narrative offers a fly-on-the-wall perspective of monumental negotiations that ultimately betray the sacrifices made during the Great War. Acclaimed for his masterful portrayal of Churchill's complex character, Dobbs weaves a tale filled with historical truth and emotional depth, capturing the horrors faced by nations like Poland during this tumultuous time. His meticulous attention to detail and dramatic storytelling bring to life the intricate dynamics among the three leaders, making this a compelling exploration of history's impact on the modern world.

A brilliantly incisive and witty novel of power and ambition in Westminster, from the author of the No. 1 bestseller that inspired the hit Netflix series House of Cards.

When Harry Jones discovers that former friend Zac Kravitz's life is in danger, a debt of honour sends him on a perilous rescue mission to Ta'argistan, a mountainous and landlocked former Soviet republic bordering Russia, China and Afghanistan. Muscling his way onto a delegation of MPs who happen to be paying the state a visit, Harry finds an unlikely ally in the stubbornly independent Martha, and together they devise a plan to break Zac out of the grim prison Bodima. But when the attempt backfires and he finds himself stuck in prison in Zac's place, little by little Harry realises that all is not as it seemed and that he has been lured into a web of international conspiracy.

A missile tears a passenger plane from the skies over London. Everyone on board is killed, including thirty-seven children. As terror turns to international chaos, can the government survive...? Who would have killed them? And why? When Harry Jones starts searching for answers, he stumbles into the middle of a plot that stretches from Russia to the Islamic revolution in Egypt, from the shores of the Caspian Sea to an ancient church in rural Wiltshire. Yet every lead he pursues finds its way back to the secret corners of Brussels and a British woman named Patricia Vaine. She and Harry are doomed to fight their battle to the death. Their own lives, and the future of an entire continent, are at stake in what develops into the greatest political power game since the end of the Second World War. For this is a plot not just to take over one country but the whole of Europe. And in this deadly game, the victors will claim total victory - unless Harry Jones can stop them...

Prime Minister Francis Urquhart faces a crisis that could end his term in office before it's even begun. To save his future, Urquhart must take drastic measures. There is just one man standing in his way - the new King. Urquhart will stop at nothing to stay in power, even if it means threatening the monarchy itself. But can he withstand the consequences of challenging England's oldest institution? - Publishers description.

REVISED AND UPDATED EDITION Francis Urquhart's eventful career as Prime Minister comes to a spectacular end in the final volume in the Francis Urquhart trilogy - now with brand new material. He schemed his way to power in House of Cards and had a memorable battle of wills with the new king in 'To Play the King'. Now Francis Urquhart is about to take his place in the record books as the longest-serving Prime Minister this century. Yet it seems the public is tiring of him at last, and the movement to force him from power is growing. But Urquhart is not yet ready to be driven from office. If the public demand new blood, that is precisely what he will give them... Francis Urquhart goes out in a blaze of glory in this final volume in the irresistible story of the most memorable politician of the decade.

Treachery unfolds as backbench MP Tom Goodfellowe finds himself in the midst of a national crisis when a single angry man takes the capital hostage. The story delves into political intrigue and the complexities of power dynamics, showcasing the lengths individuals will go to in pursuit of their goals. As tensions rise, Goodfellowe must navigate a web of deception and moral dilemmas, highlighting the fragility of trust in high-stakes environments.

In the Swiss Alps a teenage girl is thrown from a helicopter and her boyfriend is brutally abducted to Trieste, a city filled with undercurrents of past hatreds. Ruari, son of Irish media owner J J Breslin, is in desperate danger, at the mercy of ruthless kidnappers making impossible demands. His terrified mother contacts the only person she knows can help her son: Harry Jones, her former lover, who she walked out on many years ago. Now memories of their passionate affair, the guilt, hurt, anger and humiliation, come flooding back. Time is running out for Ruari and Harry, torn between his loyalties, is quickly drawn into a political game played for high stakes. Far higher than he realizes...

It is always the innocent who suffer to make the powerful rich. A gripping thriller from the author of the Goodfellowe Series.

Berlínská zeď by mohla padnout okamžitě, kdyby tomu pár mocných nebránilo v zájmu udržení iluzorní stability a za cenu prodlužovaného utrpení Němců i celé střední Evropy. Agent CIA Harry Benjamin si to uvědomí, zjistí, že se stal pěšákem v nečisté mocenské hře a odmítne hrát dál, i kdyby měl obětovat politické špičky Východu i Západu.

Westminsterský střelec s nevinnou tváří“ a také „muž, jehož by v jižní Americe zastřelili“, tak charakterizují britská média autora této knihy. Nikoli však za ni ani za jiné, které již napsal, ale za jeho politickou činnost. Ve špičkové kondici však Dobbs bývá, když obě svá poslání spojí v jedno, jako právě i v tomto románu. Jeho hrdinou je Thomas Godfellowe, britský poslanec, kterého se jeho protivníci rozhodnou nemilosrdně zničit. Nepohodlný politik se však v civilizované demokracii likviduje zákeřnějšími metodami než obyčejnou kulkou do týla. Šikují se média, policie a nakonec i ministerský předseda a nevinný muž se stává nepřítelem státu.

“Къща от карти” е политическа драма за властта и задкулисието, за амбициите и тръпката от играта за надмощие, за слабостите на човешката природа. Майкъл Добс - с детайл и дълбочина, присъщи на автор, преживял това, което разказва - ни въвежда зад кулисите на безскрупулни политически машинации и корумпирани медии във Великобритания в края на 80-те. Главният герой - Франсис Ъркарт, използва връзките си и огромното количество вътрешна информация, с която разполага, за да излезе от сянката на анонимния партиен пост, който заема, да свали премиера и да заеме мястото му. Задейства грандиозна подмолна машина за скандали и шантаж, която ще разклати всички в Уестминстър. Амбициозната млада журналистка Мати Сторин се натъква на историята на живота си, но тя ще й струва твърде скъпо. Мати успява умело да комбинира острия си ум и политически си нюх със съветите и подхвърлената информация от Ъркарт. Същите тези качества й помагат да усети заговора, който е предизвикал падането на премиера. Тя има всички факти, но не забелязва, че човекът, от когото иска помощ, е всъщност злодеят, когото търси...

Zkompromitovaný ministerský předseda musel odstoupit a na jeho místo přichází jiný ambiciózní politik. Do hry mezi vládou a opozicí je proti své vůli zatažen i sám král. Tisk nešetří ani nejintimnější soukromí politiků a královské rodiny a předhání se v odhalování skandálů. Provokace, léčky, korupce - to vše se zdá běžnou zbraní při ničení politického odpůrce.