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Tom Cruise begon zijn glansrijke carrière als jonge, succesvolle acteur met de wereld aan zijn voeten. Na blockbusters als Top Gun, Rain Man en Jerry Maguire leek zijn sterrenstatus grenzeloos, maar inmiddels kennen we ook andere kanten van Cruise' charmante Hollywoodverschijning. Als fanatiek aanhanger van de spraakmakende Scientology Church raakte hij regematig in opspraak, of hij de moderne psychiatrie nu fel veroordeelt als nazi-leer, actrice Brooke Shields aanvalt over het gebruik van antidepressiva tijdens haar postnatale depressie of een bizar wervingsfilmpje maakt voor de Church. Biograaf Andrew Morton vroeg zich net als zovelen af hoe het mogelijk is dat Cruise, en vele rijke, geslaagde en beroemde mensen mét hem, veranderd is in een fanatiek sektelid. Hij schreef een spraakmakend boek over zijn theorieën en bevindingen waarin hij een kritisch beeld geeft van de echte Tom Cruise - zijn privéleven, zijn huwelijk met onder andere Nicole Kidman en Katie Holmes en zijn rol in het mysterieuze wereldje van de Scientology Church.

The publication in 1992 of Andrew Morton's number-one national bestseller, Diana: Her True Story, shook the British royal family to its very foundations. The book's many revelations - that Prince Charles had been having a long-term affair, that the marriage of the Prince and Princess of Wales had been a sham, that the Princess had been suffering from an eating disorder and had made several halfhearted suicide attempts - were initially greeted with disbelief. But as time passed, it became clear that the book was, as its title claimed, Diana's true story, especially when the couple announced their separation in December 1992. When Prince Charles eventually admitted his adultery on television, he put the final seal of confirmation on Andrew Morton's claims. Diana's friends were hopeful that the separation from Charles, which ended years of a torturous existence, would bring Diana the freedom to find happiness in a new role. But has she? With her marriage in limbo and her children only occasionally by her side, Diana's position in the royal family is one of increasing isolation. Diana: Her New Life chronicles the secret battles that have raged behind closed doors, and Diana's constant frustration as she endeavors to break free from the restrictions of her semi-detached royal life. Again with unprecedented access to some of Diana's closest friends and advisers, Andrew Morton is able to strip away the royal propaganda and reveal how Diana, who became a princess before she had reached maturity, is at last learning to become a woman in her own right rather than a puppet of the palace. Andrew Morton exposes the infighting and intrigue behind this most sensational royal crisis, as well as Diana'sprivate thoughts on her retirement from public life, remarriage, the men in her life, and the grooming of Prince William for his future role. Illustrated with 32 pages of remarkable color photographs, Diana: Her New Life is a revealing, explosive look at the struggle of one of t

A captivating and unique biography of Queen Elizabeth II and her sister Margaret, told by the internationally renowned royal biographer Andrew Morton.

The definitive biography of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, written by the world's best-known royal biographer, Andrew Morton.

#1 New York Times bestselling biographer Andrew Morton provides a comprehensive account of Queen Elizabeth II's legendary reign. Elizabeth Windsor, painfully shy, initially dreamed of a quiet life in the countryside, but her uncle's abdication thrust her into the role of heir to the throne. Ascending at just 25, she faced numerous challenges, including family conflicts and public scrutiny, throughout her 70 years as Queen of England. Despite her self-effacing nature, she worked tirelessly to keep the monarchy relevant in a changing world, often encountering resistance from within the institution. The greatest trials came from her own family, including rumors of her husband’s infidelity, her sister’s marital issues, and the tragic death of Princess Diana, as well as the recent departure of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. In this in-depth exploration, Morton highlights Queen Elizabeth's influence on Britain and the world over the past century. From leading a nation recovering from World War II to navigating today's political landscape, she emerged as a reluctant yet resolute monarch. This narrative showcases a woman of unwavering self-discipline, remembered as a mother and grandmother to Great Britain and one of the greatest sovereigns of the modern era.

"The marriage of Prince William to Catherine Middleton is one of the most significant royal events of recent times. As second in line to the throne, the elder son of the much mourned Diana, Princess of Wales carries the hopes and expectations of millions of people around the world. As a"commoner" who will become a princess, Catherine brings beauty and freshness to a very traditional union. William and Catherine: their lives, their wedding portrays the histories and characters of the couple, examining their intriguing romance, their engagement and the build-up to the big day itself, as well as covering the wedding in detail. Kate's emergence as a style queen, royal weddings past and present, what the future holds for the royal couple and every fascinating detail about the wedding of the year is explored in this handsome record of an event that will define the British royal family for a century"--Jacket.

Two of the biggest names in the fantasy field have put together a unique collection of fantastical cat tales for friends of furry felines. Cats work a special magic in these stories from the future, from the past, and from dimensions people never dream of.

A biography of Queen Elizabeth II and her sister Margaret examines their early idyllic youth as the closest of sisters as well as their often fraught relationship after their father's death and Elizabeth's ascension to the throne

A reissue of this classic title with a new introduction by Andrew Morton reflecting on the extraordinary circumstances surrounding the original publication, and on the long term legacy of Diana.

In his new book, Andrew Morton reveals new information and sources that totally transforms our perception of Wallis Simpson. From the day she was born in a ramshackle cottage in the hills to revealing what really happened the night her husband died, Morton paints a fresh and enticing portrait of the Duchess of Windsor.