The acclaimed political thriller that first introduced the unforgettable Francis Urquhart MP and launched Michael Dobbs' No 1 bestselling career - now reissued in a new cover.Michael Dobbs' entertaining tale of skulduggery and intrigue within the Palace of Westminster has been a huge hit with the public. Its scheming hero, Chief Whip Francis Urquhart, who uses fair means and foul to become Prime Minister, is one of the best-known characters of the last decade - the politician we all love to hate.Acclaimed for its authenticity and insights into a secret world - the result of many years working behind the scenes for the Conservative Party - it became a highly popular, award-winning BBC TV series, with Francis Urquhart memorably portrayed by Ian Richardson, and was followed by two further sequels, 'To Play the King' and 'The Final Cut', which also became top-rating TV series.
Francis Urquhart Reeks
Deze serie duikt in de schaduwrijke diepten van politieke machinaties, waar ambitie en persoonlijk gewin vaak de moraliteit tenietdoen. Volg de berekende opkomst van een meedogenloze protagonist die slinkse tactieken en achterkamertjes gebruikt om het hoogste ambt te bereiken. Het is een aangrijpende verkenning van machtsstrijd binnen de gangen van Westminster, vol verraad en het onophoudelijke streven naar controle. Lezers zullen geboeid raken door de authentieke weergave van politiek achter de schermen en de moreel complexe personages.
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To Play the King
- 315bladzijden
- 12 uur lezen
After scheming his way to power, newly elected Prime Minister Francis Urquhart faces a crisis that could destroy his Government. But as he plots the drastic measures needed to save his political future he finds one determined man standing in the way - the idealistic new King. Urquhart will stop at nothing to cling to power. As he prepares to expose the scandalous activities of certain members of the royal household, he threatens to bring down not only his Royal opponent, but also the Monarchy itself.
The Final Cut
- 377bladzijden
- 14 uur lezen
In the final instalment of the saga about scheming politician Francis Urquhart, Michael Dobbs presents rich controversy. Having used his inside knowledge as Chief Whip to seize power, Urquhart now faces his most formidable challenge as Prime Minister. After a decade of dominance in the parliamentary scene, he is on the brink of becoming the longest-serving Prime Minister of the century. However, the public sentiment is shifting; there’s a growing call for change, echoed by his ambitious colleagues. The movement to oust him gains momentum, but Urquhart is unwilling to retire or be forced from office. Determined to provide the new blood the public demands, he is prepared to eliminate his Cabinet critics and even engage in international maneuvering, including the fate of Cyprus. This iteration of Urquhart is more vulnerable, loving, and ruthless than ever. He will risk everything to secure his place in history, and regardless of the outcome of this high-stakes gamble, Francis Urquhart's name will remain unforgettable.