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Lewis Thorpe, Notker the Stammerer, Einhard

Two Lives of Charlemagne

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Two revealingly different accounts of the life of the most important figure of the Roman EmpireCharlemage, known as the father of Europe, was one of the most powerful and dynamic of all medieval rulers. The biographies brought together here provide a rich and varied portrait of the king from two perspectives: that of Einhard, a close friend and adviser, and of Notker, a monastic scholar and musician writing fifty years after Charlemagne's death.

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Lisa Buccieri, Eva Mozes Kor

Surviving the Angel of Death : The True Story of a Mengele Twin in Auschwitz

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A must-read for those interested in Holocaust history, depicting the endurance of the human spirit, and the power of forgiveness. Eva Mozes Kor's memoir inspires readers with her forgiveness of the Nazis and dedication to working towards human rights and peace.

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Loung Ung

First They Killed My Father : A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers

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This book is a gripping and harrowing memoir that takes you on a journey through the terrifying experiences of a young girl during the Cambodian genocide. Loung Ung's story is a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and the enduring power of love and courage in the face of unimaginable brutality. If you are looking for a deeply moving and inspiring read that will stay with you long after you turn the last page, this book is for you.

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Leslie P. Peirce

Empress of the East : How a Slave Girl Became Queen of the Ottoman Empire

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This book is a captivating tale of Roxelana, a slave girl who defied all odds to become the powerful queen of the Ottoman Empire. Leslie Peirce brings to life the remarkable story of Roxelana, shedding light on her intelligence, diplomacy, and influence over Sultan Suleyman. As you read this book, you will be immersed in the fascinating world of the Ottoman harem and witness the transformation of a woman who shattered all expectations. Empress of the East is a must-read for those who love stories of empowerment and triumph against adversity.

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Helen Rappaport

The Romanov Sisters : The Lost Lives of the Daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra

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The Romanov Sisters is a great read for history lovers who want a fresh and intimate perspective into the lives of the four Russian Grand Duchesses. Helen Rappaport's use of their private diaries and letters give readers a glimpse into their personalities and the turmoil that surrounded them during the Russian Revolution. The book challenges the sentimental and idealized view of the sisters and presents a captivating portrayal of their lives and tragic end.

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Leon Leyson, Marilyn J. Harran, Elisabeth B. Leyson

The Boy on the Wooden Box : How the Impossible Became Possible....on Schindler's List

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"The Boy on the Wooden Box" tells the incredible story of Leon Leyson's survival during the Second World War, incredibly written with an exceptional level of grace and honesty that captures the terrible situation without resorting to bitterness. This book is a must-read for those interested in the Holocaust and the fight to survive in one of the most trying times in human history.

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Alison Weir

The Life of Elizabeth I

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Recommendation: "The Life of Elizabeth I" is a must-read for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in the Tudor era. Weir's extensive research and analysis of Elizabeth I's life dispels common misconceptions and provides fresh insights into the enigmatic queen. The book's examination of her contradictory character, such as her supposed love for the Earl of Leicester and her choice to remain single, make it a fascinating and intimate portrait that is both enthralling and stunning.

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John Carlin

Invictus - Nelson Mandela And The Game That Made A Nation

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Beginning in a jail cell and ending in a rugby tournament—the true story of how the most inspiring charm offensive in history brought South Africa together. After being released from prison and winning South Africa’s first free election, Nelson Mandela presided over a country still deeply divided by fifty years of apartheid. His plan was ambitious if not use the national rugby team, the Springboks—long an embodiment of white-supremacist rule—to embody and engage a new South Africa as they prepared to host the 1995 World Cup. The string of wins that followed not only defied the odds, but capped Mandela’s miraculous effort to bring South Africans together again in a hard-won, enduring bond. Watch a Video

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Walter Isaacson

Leonardo da Vinci

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This book is recommended for anyone who is interested in the art and science of Leonardo da Vinci and wants to learn about his life, both the ups and downs. The author highlights how da Vinci's unique perspective and ability to combine different passions resulted in some of the most iconic works of art and science. This biography is not just a retelling of the life of a genius, but also an insight into the creative process and mindset that can inspire readers to tap into their own creativity.

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Tony Langham, Ruud van der Rol, Rian Verhoeven

Anne Frank, Beyond The Diary - A Photographic Remembrance

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Recommendation: This book is a unique memoir of Anne Frank's life with real photographs that make it an emotional and gripping experience. Readers interested in history and personal accounts of World War II would find this book a worthy read. The photographs capture the true essence of Anne's story, making it easier for readers to connect with her life and struggles.

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Scott Anderson

Lawrence in Arabia : War, Deceit, Imperial Folly and the Making of the Modern Middle East

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A thrilling and revelatory narrative of one of the most epic and consequential periods in 20th century history – the Arab Revolt and the secret “great game” to control the Middle EastThe Arab Revolt against the Turks in World War One was, in the words of T.E. Lawrence, “a sideshow of a sideshow.” Amidst the slaughter in European trenches, the Western combatants paid scant attention to the Middle Eastern theater. As a result, the conflict was shaped to a remarkable degree by a small handful of adventurers and low-level officers far removed from the corridors of power.Curt Prüfer was an effete academic attached to the German embassy in Cairo, whose clandestine role was to foment Islamic jihad against British rule. Aaron Aaronsohn was a renowned agronomist and committed Zionist who gained the trust of the Ottoman governor of Syria. William Yale was the fallen scion of the American aristocracy, who traveled the Ottoman Empire on behalf of Standard Oil, dissembling to the Turks in order gain valuable oil concessions. At the center of it all was Lawrence. In early 1914 he was an archaeologist excavating ruins in the sands of Syria; by 1917 he was the most romantic figure of World War One, battling both the enemy and his own government to bring about the vision he had for the Arab people.The intertwined paths of these four men – the schemes they put in place, the battles they fought, the betrayals they endured and committed – mirror the grandeur, intrigue and tragedy of the war in the desert. Prüfer became Germany’s grand spymaster in the Middle East. Aaronsohn constructed an elaborate Jewish spy-ring in Palestine, only to have the anti-Semitic and bureaucratically-inept British first ignore and then misuse his organization, at tragic personal cost. Yale would become the only American intelligence agent in the entire Middle East – while still secretly on the payroll of Standard Oil. And the enigmatic Lawrence rode into legend at the head of an Arab army, even as he waged secret war against his own nation’s imperial ambitions.Based on years of intensive primary document research, Lawrence in Arabia definitively overturns received wisdom on how the modern Middle East was formed. Sweeping in its action, keen in its portraiture, acid in its condemnation of the destruction wrought by European colonial plots, this is a book that brilliantly captures the way in which the folly of the past creates the anguish of the present.

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Svetlana Alexievich, Alma Lapinskienė, Keith Gessen

Voices From Chernobyl - The Oral History Of A Nuclear Disaster

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A recommended read for those seeking insights into one of the most catastrophic nuclear disasters in history, in the form of first-hand accounts from residents who survived. The book provides a deeply emotional and harrowing portrayal of the consequences of the Chernobyl disaster, leaving readers with a greater appreciation for the bravery and resilience of the people who lived through it.

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Benjamin Franklin, Peter Conn

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin : Penn Reading Project Edition

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Printer and publisher, author and educator, scientist and inventor, statesman and philanthropist, Benjamin Franklin was the very embodiment of the American type of self-made man. In 1771, at the age of 65, he sat down to write his autobiography, "having emerged from the poverty and obscurity in which I was born and bred to a state of affluence and some degree of reputation in the world, and having gone so far through life with a considerable share of felicity." The result is a classic of American literature.On the eve of the tercentenary of Franklin's birth, the university he founded has selected the Autobiography for the Penn Reading Project. Each year, for the past fifteen years, the University of Pennsylvania has chosen a single work that the entire incoming class, and a large segment of the faculty and staff, read and discuss together. For this occasion the University of Pennsylvania Press will publish a special edition of Franklin's Autobiography , including a new preface by University president Amy Gutmann and an introduction by distinguished scholar Peter Conn. The volume will also include four short essays by noted Penn professors as well as a chronology of Franklin's life and the text of Franklin's Proposals Relating to the Education of Youth in Pennsylvania , a document resulting in the establishment of an institution of higher education that ultimately became the University of Pennsylvania.No area of human endeavor escaped Franklin's keen attentions. His ideas and values, as Amy Gutmann notes in her remarks, have shaped the modern University of Pennsylvania profoundly, "more profoundly than have the founders of any other major university of college in the United States." Franklin believed that he had been born too soon. Readers will recognize that his spirit lives on at Penn today.Essay Richard R. Beeman, Paul Guyer, Michael Weisberg, and Michael Zuckerman.

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Antonia Fraser

Marie Antoinette

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France's iconic queen, Marie Antoinette, wrongly accused of uttering the infamous "Let them eat cake," was alternately revered and reviled during her lifetime. For centuries since, she has been the object of debate, speculation, and the fascination so often accorded illustrious figures in history. Married in mere girlhood, this essentially lighthearted child was thrust onto the royal stage and commanded by circumstance to play a significant role in European history. Antonia Fraser's lavish and engaging portrait excites compassion and regard for all aspects of the queen, immersing the reader not only in the coming-of-age of a graceful woman, but in the culture of an unparalleled time and place.

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Frank McCourt

'Tis

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Frank McCourt's glorious childhood memoir, Angela's Ashes , has been loved and celebrated by readers everywhere for its spirit, its wit and its profound humanity. A tale of redemption, in which storytelling itself is the source of salvation, it won the National Book Critics Circle Award, the Los Angeles Times Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize. Rarely has a book so swiftly found its place on the literary landscape.And now we have 'Tis , the story of Frank's American journey from impoverished immigrant to brilliant teacher and raconteur. Frank lands in New York at age nineteen, in the company of a priest he meets on the boat. He gets a job at the Biltmore Hotel, where he immediately encounters the vivid hierarchies of this "classless country," and then is drafted into the army and is sent to Germany to train dogs and type reports. It is Frank's incomparable voice -- his uncanny humor and his astonishing ear for dialogue -- that renders these experiences spellbinding.When Frank returns to America in 1953, he works on the docks, always resisting what everyone tells him, that men and women who have dreamed and toiled for years to get to America should "stick to their own kind" once they arrive. Somehow, Frank knows that he should be getting an education, and though he left school at fourteen, he talks his way into New York University. There, he falls in love with the quintessential Yankee, long-legged and blonde, and tries to live his dream. But it is not until he starts to teach -- and to write -- that Frank finds his place in the world. The boy in Angela's Ashes comes of age.As Malcolm Jones said in his Newsweek review of Angela's Ashes, "It is only the best storyteller who can so beguile his readers that he leaves them wanting more when he is done...and McCourt proves himself one of the very best." Frank McCourt's 'Tis is one of the most eagerly awaited books of our time, and it is a masterpiece.

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Paula Byrne

The Real Jane Austen : A Life in Small Things

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The Real Jane Austen delves into the personal life of Jane Austen that goes beyond her famous novels. Through the use of primary sources and historic events, Paula Byrne shows the intellectual and independent woman Jane Austen was, and how her experiences in life and as a writer shaped her famous works. This book is for lovers of Jane Austen's works who want to gain a more profound insight into the person behind the stories.

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Walter Isaacson

Benjamin Franklin : An American Life

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In this authoritative and engrossing full-scale biography, Walter Isaacson, bestselling author of Einstein and Steve Jobs, shows how the most fascinating of America's founders helped define our national character.Benjamin Franklin is the founding father who winks at us, the one who seems made of flesh rather than marble. In a sweeping narrative that follows Franklin’s life from Boston to Philadelphia to London and Paris and back, Walter Isaacson chronicles the adventures of the runaway apprentice who became, over the course of his eighty-four-year life, America’s best writer, inventor, media baron, scientist, diplomat, and business strategist, as well as one of its most practical and ingenious political leaders. He explores the wit behind Poor Richard’s Almanac and the wisdom behind the Declaration of Independence, the new nation’s alliance with France, the treaty that ended the Revolution, and the compromises that created a near-perfect Constitution. In this colorful and intimate narrative, Isaacson provides the full sweep of Franklin’s amazing life, showing how he helped to forge the American national identity and why he has a particular resonance in the twenty-first century.

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Julian Barnes

The Man in the Red Coat

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The Man Booker Prize-winning author of The Sense of an Ending takes us on a rich, witty tour of Belle Epoque Paris, via the life story of the pioneering surgeon Samuel PozziIn the summer of 1885, three Frenchmen arrived in London for a few days’ shopping. One was a Prince, one was a Count, and the third was a commoner with an Italian name, who four years earlier had been the subject of one of John Singer Sargent’s greatest portraits.The three men's lives play out against the backdrop of the Belle Epoque in Paris. The beautiful age of glamour and pleasure more often showed its ugly side: hysterical, narcissistic, decadent and violent, a time of rampant prejudice and blood-and-soil nativism, with more parallels to our own age than we might imagine.Our guide through this world is Samuel Pozzi, society doctor, pioneer gynaecologist and free-thinker, a rational and scientific man with a famously complicated private life.The Man in the Red Coat is at once a fresh and original portrait of the French Belle Epoque – its heroes and villains, its writers, artists and thinkers – and a life of a man ahead of his time. Witty, surprising and deeply researched, the new book from Julian Barnes illuminates the fruitful and longstanding exchange of ideas between Britain and France, and makes a compelling case for keeping that exchange alive.

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Thomas Keneally

Schindler's List

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Schindler's List recreates the true story of Oskar Schindler, the Czech-born southern German industrialist who risked his life to save over 1,100 of his Jewish factory workers from the death camps in Nazi-occupied Poland. Thomas Keneally's "documentary novel," based on the recollections of the Schindlerjuden (Schindler's Jews), Schindler himself, and other witnesses, is told in a series of snapshot stories. It recounts the lives of the flamboyant profiteer and womanizer Schindler; Schindler's long-suffering wife, Emilie; the brutal SS (Nazi secret service) commandant Amon Goeth; Schindler's quietly courageous factory manager, Itzhak Stern; and dozens of other Jews who underwent the horrors of the Nazi machinery. At the center of the story, though, are the actions and ambitions of Schindler, who comes to Kraków, Poland, seeking his fortune and ends up outwitting the SS to protect his Jewish employees. It is the story of Schindler's unlikely heroism and of one man's attempt to do good in the midst of outrageous evil. The book explores the complex nature of virtue, the importance of individual human life, the role of witnesses to the Holocaust and the attention to rules and details that sustained the Nazi system of terror.

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Mineko Iwasaki, Rande Brown

Geisha of Gion : The True Story of Japan's Foremost Geisha

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This book is a captivating and poignant memoir that offers a rare glimpse into the exotic and mysterious world of geishas. Mineko Iwasaki, Japan's foremost geisha, recounts her journey from a young girl with black hair and black eyes to becoming the best geisha in Gion. The book explores the grueling demands and bitter rivalries she faced, ultimately leading to her decision to leave the profession. This is an eloquent and innovative memoir that sheds light on the centuries-old tradition of geishas, making it a must-read for anyone fascinated by their captivating and secretive world.

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Hadley Freeman

House of Glass : The Story and Secrets of a Twentieth-Century Jewish Family

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A writer investigates her family’s secret history, uncovering a story that spans a century, two World Wars, and three generations.Hadley Freeman knew her grandmother Sara lived in France just as Hitler started to gain power, but rarely did anyone in her family talk about it. Long after her grandmother’s death, she found a shoebox tucked in the closet containing photographs of her grandmother with a mysterious stranger, a cryptic telegram from the Red Cross, and a drawing signed by Picasso. This discovery sent Freeman on a decade-long quest to uncover the significance of these keepsakes, taking her from Picasso’s archives in Paris to a secret room in a farmhouse in Auvergne to Long Island to Auschwitz. Freeman pieces together the puzzle of her family’s past, discovering more about the lives of her grandmother and her three brothers, Jacques, Henri, and Alex. Their stories sometimes typical, sometimes astonishing—reveal the broad range of experiences of Eastern European Jews during Holocaust. This thrilling family saga is filled with extraordinary twists, vivid characters, and famous cameos, illuminating the Jewish and immigrant experience in the World War II era. Addressing themes of assimilation, identity, and home, this powerful story about the past echoes issues that remain relevant today.

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Edmund Morris

Theodore Rex

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Theodore Roosevelt and his two-term presidency (1901-9) deserve a king-size, seize-the-man biography - and Edmund Morris has provided one. "TR" typifies the "can do" American; his famous maxim, of course, was "Speak softly but carry a big stick." Morris presents eyewitness history through the voices of the makers and shakers. His exhilarating narrative will captivate readers, providing welcome confirmation that this nation can produce presidents who bring leadership to great issues, hold to their purpose, and shape the destinies of nations. President McKinley's assassination brought the 43-year-old TR a challenging presidency, one to which Morris is a clearsighted guide. At home, TR had to persuade Congress to curb competition-stifling corporate trusts, monopolistic transcontinental railroads, and unhygienic food industries that saw consumers as sheep. He also faced labor and racial strife. Abroad, the American presence in Cuba and the Philippines brought criticism, the Russo-Japanese conflict threatened major power shifts in the Far East and Europe, and a politically and financially fraught decision on the Central American canal route - Panama or Nicaragua? - had to be made. TR rose to every challenge. Despite the demands of family and social life, he read, wrote, and traveled extensively. Not least, TR put national parks and conservation of natural resources on the legislative agenda.All TR's notable contemporaries - including historian Henry Adams, naturalists John Burroughs and John Muir, robber barons E. H. Harriman and James J. Hill, poet Oliver Wendell Holmes, financier J. P. Morgan, fellow politician William Howard Taft, civil rights leader Booker T. Washington, and novelist Owen Wister - appear onstage, their clear voices projecting the excitement of the day.Morris is blessed with the imagination and skills to write gripping popular history. He doesn't dilute but illuminates events in presenting an account that immediately sparks interest and captures the mind. Readers will note that American interventionism abroad (today's major issue) was much debated during TR's presidency, when major interventional imperatives challenged the new superpower's tradition of relative restraint in foreign affairs.Theodore Rex is the long-awaited second volume of the TR saga. Morris delivered the first volume, The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt , in 1979. It won a Pulitzer Prize; Theodore Rex is a solid bet for another. (Peter Skinner)

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Kenan Trebincevic, Susan Shapiro

The Bosnia List : A Memoir of War, Exile, and Return

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A young survivor of the Bosnian War returns to his homeland to confront the people who betrayed his familyAt age eleven, Kenan Trebincevic was a happy, karate-loving kid living with his family in the quiet Eastern European town of Brcko. Then, in the spring of 1992, war broke out and his friends, neighbors and teammates all turned on him. Pero - Kenan's beloved karate coach - showed up at his door with an AK-47 - screaming: You have one hour to leave or be killed! Kenan's only crime: he was Muslim. This poignant, searing memoir chronicles Kenan's miraculous escape from the brutal ethnic cleansing campaign that swept the former Yugoslavia. After two decades in the United States, Kenan honors his father's wish to visit their homeland, making a list of what he wants to do there. Kenan decides to confront the former next door neighbor who stole from his mother, see the concentration camp where his Dad and brother were imprisoned, and stand on the grave of his first betrayer to make sure he's really dead. Back in the land of his birth, Kenan finds something more powerful--and shocking--than revenge.

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Edith Hahn Beer, Susan Dworkin

The Nazi Officer's Wife : How One Jewish Woman Survived the Holocaust

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The Nazi Officer's Wife is an incredible memoir that captures the heart-wrenching story of a Jewish woman's survival during the Holocaust. With every page, the reader is drawn into Edith's world of fear, courage, and love. The most unique feature of this book is the author's ability to convey the complex emotions that come with surviving such a traumatic event. A must-read for anyone interested in Holocaust literature.

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Linda Rodríguez McRobbie

Princesses Behaving Badly

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"Princesses Behaving Badly" offers a fresh take on the lives of real princesses, highlighting their ruthless quest for power and the skeletons in their closets. It's a must-read for history buffs and feminists who want to gain a new perspective on the lives of these unconventional princesses. The book provides minibiographies of all these princesses, making it a unique and fascinating read.

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Reza Aslan

Zealot : The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth

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Recommendation: Zealot offers a gripping account of Jesus' life, challenging conventional beliefs and shedding new light on the enigmatic figure. Reza Aslan delves into the tumultuous era in which Jesus lived, presenting a politically conscious revolutionary rather than a peaceful spiritual teacher. This thought-provoking book will compel believers and skeptics alike, offering a fresh perspective on one of history's greatest stories.

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Edmund de Waal

Letters to Camondo

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Recommendation: - Letters to Camondo is a deeply moving and poignant book that delves into the tragic history of the Camondo family. Through the unique format of imagined letters to a renowned art collector, Edmund de Waal creates a narrative that explores themes of assimilation, family, art, and the enduring power of memory. This book is a must-read for those who appreciate historical accounts that immerse you in the lives of unforgettable characters and make you question the impact of history on our present.

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Edmund Blunden

Undertones of War

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“I took my road with no little pride of fear; one morning I feared very sharply, as I saw what looked like a rising shroud over a wooden cross in the clustering mist. Horror! But on a closer study I realized that the apparition was only a flannel gas helmet. . . . What an age since 1914!”In Undertones of War , one of the finest autobiographies to come out of World War I, the acclaimed poet Edmund Blunden records his devastating experiences in combat. After enlisting at the age of twenty, he took part in the disastrous battles at the Somme, Ypres, and Passchendaele, describing them as “murder, not only to the troops but to their singing faiths and hopes.”All the horrors of trench warfare, all the absurdity and feeble attempts to make sense of the fighting, all the strangeness of observing war as a writer—of being simultaneously soldier and poet—pervade Blunden’s memoir. In steely-eyed prose as richly allusive as any poetry, he tells of the endurance and despair found among the men of his battalion, including the harrowing acts of bravery that won him the Military Cross.Now back in print for American readers, the volume includes a selection of Blunden’s war poems that unflinchingly juxtapose death in the trenches with the beauty of Flanders’s fields. Undertones of War deserves a place on anyone’s bookshelf between Siegfried Sassoon’s poetry and Robert Graves’s Goodbye to All That .

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Sonny Liew

The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye

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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich and vibrant history of comics in Singapore. Through stunning artwork and an engaging narrative, it showcases the life of pioneering artist Chan Hock Chye, providing a unique and intimate glimpse into the changing political and economic landscape of the country. Winner of multiple prestigious awards, this groundbreaking work is a testament to the deep passion and talent of both the subject and the author. Get ready to be captivated by this captivating biography.

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Stephen E. Ambrose

Band of Brothers Us Tie in : E Company, 506th Regiment, 101st Airborne : from Normandy to Hitler's Eagle's Nest

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This book is a gripping account of the remarkable men of Easy Company, who demonstrated unparalleled bravery and loyalty in the face of adversity during World War II. From the intense training in Georgia to the climactic capture of Hitler's Eagle's Nest, readers will be captivated by the unbreakable bond and sacrifice exhibited by these ordinary men turned extraordinary soldiers. Ambrose's vivid storytelling transports readers into the heart of the action, making it a must-read for anyone interested in history, war, and the power of camaraderie.

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Laura Shapiro

What She Ate - Six Remarkable Women And The Food That Tells Their Stories

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What She Ate would be a good read for someone interested in food and history. The author examines the relationship six remarkable women had with food. Through their plates, recipe books, and shopping trolleys she reveals their love, rage, desire, denial, need, and pleasure. The book offers a unique exploration into the women's lives and relationships with food, providing insight into their experiences beyond what is commonly known.

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Li Cunxin

Mao's Last Dancer

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Raised in a desperately poor village during the height of China's Cultural Revolution, Li Cunxin's childhood revolved around the commune, his family and Chairman Mao's Little Red Book. Until, that is, Madame Mao's cultural delegates came in search of young peasants to study ballet at the academy in Beijing and he was thrust into a completely unfamiliar world. When a trip to Texas as part of a rare cultural exchange opened his eyes to life and love beyond China's borders, he defected to the United States in an extraordinary and dramatic tale of Cold War intrigue. Told in his own distinctive voice, this is Li's inspirational story of how he came to be Mao's last dancer, and one of the world's greatest ballet dancers.

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Lawrence Wright

Thirteen Days In September - Carter, Begin, And Sadat At Camp David

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Thirteen Days In September could be a good read for history buffs and those interested in real-life diplomacy. The book takes you through the intense negotiations and behind-the-scenes moments of the historic Camp David summit, where President Jimmy Carter played a crucial role in brokering peace between Israel and Egypt. Lawrence Wright's day-by-day account brings to life the challenges, compromises, and triumphs of the summit, making it a captivating and informative read.

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Reza Aslan

Zealot : The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth

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From the internationally bestselling author of No god but God comes a fascinating, provocative, and meticulously researched biography that challenges long-held assumptions about the man we know as Jesus of Nazareth. Two thousand years ago, an itinerant Jewish preacher and miracle worker walked across the Galilee, gathering followers to establish what he called the “Kingdom of God.” The revolutionary movement he launched was so threatening to the established order that he was captured, tortured, and executed as a state criminal. Within decades after his shameful death, his followers would call him God. Sifting through centuries of mythmaking, Reza Aslan sheds new light on one of history’s most influential and enigmatic characters by examining Jesus through the lens of the tumultuous era in which he lived: first-century Palestine, an age awash in apocalyptic fervor. Scores of Jewish prophets, preachers, and would-be messiahs wandered through the Holy Land, bearing messages from God. This was the age of zealotry—a fervent nationalism that made resistance to the Roman occupation a sacred duty incumbent on all Jews. And few figures better exemplified this principle than the charismatic Galilean who defied both the imperial authorities and their allies in the Jewish religious hierarchy. Balancing the Jesus of the Gospels against the historical sources, Aslan describes a man full of conviction and passion, yet rife with contradiction; a man of peace who exhorted his followers to arm themselves with swords; an exorcist and faith healer who urged his disciples to keep his identity a secret; and ultimately the seditious “King of the Jews” whose promise of liberation from Rome went unfulfilled in his brief lifetime. Aslan explores the reasons why the early Christian church preferred to promulgate an image of Jesus as a peaceful spiritual teacher rather than a politically conscious revolutionary. And he grapples with the riddle of how Jesus understood himself, the mystery that is at the heart of all subsequent claims about his divinity. Zealot yields a fresh perspective on one of the greatest stories ever told even as it affirms the radical and transformative nature of Jesus of Nazareth’s life and mission. The result is a thought-provoking, elegantly written biography with the pulse of a fast-paced novel: a singularly brilliant portrait of a man, a time, and the birth of a religion.Reza Aslan is an internationally acclaimed writer and scholar of religions. His first book, No god but God: The Origins, Evolution, and Future of Islam, has been translated into thirteen languages and was cited by Blackwell’s as one of the 100 most important books of the decade. He is also the author of How to Win a Cosmic War: God, Globalization and the End of the War on Terror, as well as the editor of Tablet & Pen: Literary Landscapes from the Modern Middle East. Born in Iran, he lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two sons.

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Sam Taylor, Lan Yan

The House of Yan : A Family at the Heart of a Century in Chinese History

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Through the sweeping cultural and historical transformations of China, entrepreneur Lan Yan traces her family’s history through early 20th Century to present day.The history of the Yan family is inseparable from the history of China over the last century. One of the most influential businesswomen of China today, Lan Yan grew up in the company of the country's powerful elite, including Zhou Enlai, Deng Xiaoping, and other top leaders. Her grandfather, Yan Baohang, originally a nationalist and close to Chiang Kai-shek and his wife, Soong May-ling, later joined the communists and worked as a secret agent for Zhou Enlai during World War II. Lan's parents were diplomats, and her father, Yan Mingfu, was Mao's personal Russian translator.Inspite of their elevated status, the Yan's family life was turned upside down by the Cultural Revolution. One night in 1967, in front of a terrified ten-year-old Lan, Red Guards burst into the family home and arrested her grandfather. Days later, her father was arrested, accused of spying for the Soviet Union. Her mother, Wu Keliang, was branded a counter-revolutionary and forced to go with her daughter to a re-education camp for more than seven years, where Lan came of age as a high school student.In recounting her family history, Lan Yan brings to life a century of Chinese history from the last emperor to present day, including the Cultural Revolution which tore her childhood apart. The little girl who was crushed by the Cultural Revolution has become one of the most active businesswomen in her country. In telling her and her family's story, she serves up an intimate account of the history of contemporary China.

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Shaun Usher

Letters Of Note - Correspondence Deserving Of A Wider Audience

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Letters of Note is a collection of one hundred and twenty five of the world's most entertaining, inspiring and unusual letters, based on the seismically popular website of the same name - an online museum of correspondence visited by over 70 million people.From Virginia Woolf's heart-breaking suicide letter, to Queen Elizabeth II's recipe for drop scones sent to President Eisenhower; from the first recorded use of the expression 'OMG' in a letter to Winston Churchill, to Gandhi's appeal for calm to Hitler; and from Iggy Pop's beautiful letter of advice to a troubled young fan, to Leonardo da Vinci's remarkable job application letter, Letters of Note is a celebration of the power of written correspondence which captures the humour, seriousness, sadness and brilliance that make up all of our lives.Including letters from:Queen Elizabeth II, Elvis Presley, Charles Schulz, Leonardo da Vinci, Iggy Pop, Fidel Castro, Anaïs Nin, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Amelia Earhart, Charles Darwin, Roald Dahl, Albert Einstein, Dorothy Parker, John F. Kennedy, Groucho Marx, Charles Dickens, Katharine Hepburn, Mick Jagger, Steve Martin, Clementine Churchill, Ray Bradbury, Kurt Vonnegut and many more.

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Nina Willner

Forty Autumns : A Family's Story of Courage and Survival on Both Sides of the Berlin Wall

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"Forty Autumns" is a captivating memoir set in East Germany during the Cold War. It tells the story of five women separated by the Berlin Wall and their eventual reunion after years of longing. The book offers a personal and emotional account of life under Communist rule, as well as insights into the work of an intelligence officer. With vivid descriptions and a strong sense of familial love, "Forty Autumns" is a compelling read for anyone interested in history, espionage, and the human experience.

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Ursula Doyle

Love Letters of Great Men

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Remember the wonderfully romantic book of love letters that Carrie reads aloud to Big in the recent blockbuster film, Sex and the City ? Fans raced to buy copies of their own, only to find out that the beautiful book didn't actually exist. However, since all of the letters referenced in the film did exist, we decided to publish this gorgeous keepsake ourselves.Love Letters of Great Men follows hot on the heels of the film and collects together some of history's most romantic letters from the private papers of Beethoven, Mark Twain, Mozart, and Lord Byron. For some of these great men, love is "a delicious poison" (William Congreve); for others, "a nice soft wife on a sofa with good fire, & books & music" (Charles Darwin). Love can scorch like the heat of the sun (Henry VIII), or penetrate the depths of one's heart like a cooling rain (Flaubert). Every shade of love is here, from the exquisite eloquence of Oscar Wilde and the simple devotion of Robert Browning, to the wonderfully modern misery of the Roman Pliny the Younger, losing himself in work to forget how much he misses his beloved wife, Calpurnia.Taken together, these letters show that perhaps men haven't changed all that much over the last 2,000 years--passion, jealousy, hope and longing still rule their hearts and minds. In an age of e-mail and texted "i luv u"s, this timeless and unique collection reminds us that nothing can compare to the simple joy of sitting down to read a letter from the one you love.

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J. Randy Taraborrelli

The Hiltons - The True Story Of An American Dynasty

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This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the history of the Hilton hotel industry and the American culture that surrounded it. It provides a comprehensive insight into the Hilton family - their successes, failures, and excesses. The unique feature of the book is its focus on the family's personal lives, including their messy relationships and lifestyles, which gives readers a relatable glimpse into their humanity. Overall, a fascinating read for those who love business and celebrity gossip.

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Erik Larson

The Splendid and the Vile : Churchill, Family and Defiance During the Bombing of London

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The Splendid and the Vile is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, leadership, and overcoming adversity. This book provides a deeply moving and cinematic portrayal of Winston Churchill's leadership during one of Britain's most challenging periods. Larson's careful research and analysis, using once-secret intelligence reports and diaries, bring to life the shelled streets of London and Churchill's own chambers. The book provides a fresh perspective on Churchill's leadership and shows how his eloquence, strategic brilliance, and perseverance helped to bind a country and a family together. Overall, this book is highly recommended for anyone interested in history, leadership, or simply a riveting narrative of courage and resilience.

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Bret Witter, Robert M. Edsel

The Monuments Men : Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves, and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History

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"The Monuments Men is an engrossing account of the brave efforts of a special force, including museum directors and historians, to prevent the destruction of Europe's heritage during World War II. A must-read for history enthusiasts and art lovers, this book offers a unique perspective on the war and highlights the courage of those who risked their lives to preserve thousands of years of culture."

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Dan Mills

Sniper One : 'The Best I've Ever Read' - Andy McNab

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Sniper One is the gritty, awe-inspiring true story that takes you right into the heart of the Iraq war from Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Sgt. Dan Mills. 'One of the best first-hand accounts of combat that I've ever read' Andy McNab We all saw it at once. Half a dozen voices screamed 'Grenade!' simultaneously. Then everything went into slow motion. The grenade took an age to travel through its 20 metre arc. A dark, small oval-shaped package of misery the size of a peach ... April 2004: Dan Mills and his platoon of snipers fly into southern Iraq, part of an infantry battalion sent to win hearts and minds. They were soon fighting for their lives. Back home we were told they were peacekeeping. But there was no peace to keep. Because within days of arriving in theatre, Mills and his men were caught up in the longest, most sustained fire fight British troops had faced for over fifty years. This awe-inspiring account tells of total war in throat-burning winds and fifty-degree heat, blasted by mortars and surrounded by heavily armed militias. For six months, they fought isolated, besieged and under constant enemy fire. Their heroic stand a modern-day Rorke's Drift. ************** Dan Mills served for 24 years as an Infantry Soldier reaching the rank of Warrant Officer Class 2. During his long military career he served on operations in Northern Ireland, Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq and Afghanistan. Dan was awarded a 'Mention In Despatches' for Gallantry for his services during The Iraq War. Since leaving the Army in 2010, he has forged a career as a writer and security consultant, amongst other things. Sniper One is his first book.

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Gayle Tzemach Lemmon

The Daughters Of Kobani - A Story Of Rebellion, Courage, And Justice

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The Daughters Of Kobani is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the power of women in war and who would like to know more about the women's rights movement in the Middle East. This book offers a unique perspective on the bravery and determination of a group of Kurdish women, and how they went from being a local militia in a small town in Syria to playing a crucial role in the fight against ISIS. Gayle Tzemach Lemmon's brilliant writing and in-depth research make this a fascinating and informative read that will leave you feeling inspired and empowered.

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Frank McCourt

Tis - A Memoir

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Recommended for readers who enjoy memoirs with a humorous and captivating narrative style. The book follows the story of Frank McCourt, an Irish immigrant, as he navigates the hierarchies of classless America, serves in the army, and ultimately finds his place in the world through teaching and writing. McCourt's remarkable ability to tell a story with humor and sensitivity makes this memoir a must-read for anyone interested in the immigrant experience.

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Ralph Manheim, Adolf Hitler

Mein Kampf

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Alternate cover edition of this book.Madman, tyrant, animal—history has given Adolf Hitler many names. In Mein Kampf (My Struggle), often called the Nazi bible, Hitler describes his life, frustrations, ideals, and dreams. Born to an impoverished couple in a small town in Austria, the young Adolf grew up with the fervent desire to become a painter. The death of his parents and outright rejection from art schools in Vienna forced him into underpaid work as a laborer. During the First World War, Hitler served in the infantry and was decorated for bravery. After the war, he became actively involved with socialist political groups and quickly rose to power, establishing himself as Chairman of the National Socialist German Worker's party. In 1924, Hitler led a coalition of nationalist groups in a bid to overthrow the Bavarian government in Munich. The infamous Munich "Beer-hall putsch" was unsuccessful, and Hitler was arrested. During the nine months he was in prison, an embittered and frustrated Hitler dictated a personal manifesto to his loyal follower Rudolph Hess. He vented his sentiments against communism and the Jewish people in this document, which was to become Mein Kampf, the controversial book that is seen as the blue-print for Hitler's political and military campaign. In Mein Kampf, Hitler describes his strategy for rebuilding Germany and conquering Europe. It is a glimpse into the mind of a man who destabilized world peace and pursued the genocide now known as the Holocaust.

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Ruud van der Rol

Anne Frank

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Recommended for young readers to understand the harsh realities of the Holocaust through Anne Frank's perspective presented in an easy-to-understand manner with vivid illustrations. The book can leave readers with a profound realization of the atrocities of war and their impact on innocent lives.

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Antonia Fraser

Love And Louis XIV - The Women In The Life Of The Sun King

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This book would be a great read for history enthusiasts who are particularly interested in Louis XIV, but want a different take on the subject matter. Fraser does an incredible job of shining a light on the world of politics and power through Louis XIV's personal relationships. The book is notable for its depth, detail, and incredible research.

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Hugh Ambrose

The Pacific

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This book offers a vivid portrayal of the brave soldiers and pilots who fought in the Pacific theater during WWII. Through personal stories, readers gain a deeper appreciation for the sacrifices made during this historic time. The intertwined odysseys of the characters make for a compelling read that will keep you engaged from start to finish.

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Lisa Napoli

Ray & Joan : The Man Who Made the McDonald's Fortune and the Woman Who Gave It All Away

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The dramatic relationship between Ray Kroc, the man who amassed a fortune as chairman of one of America’s most controversial and iconic companies—McDonald’s—and the passionate woman, his wife, Joan, who then gave that fortune away.Ray & Joan is a quintessentially American tale of corporate intrigue and private passion: a struggling Mad Men–era salesman with a vision for a fast-food franchise that would become one of the world’s most enduring brands, and a beautiful woman willing to risk her marriage and her reputation to promote controversial causes that touched her deeply.Ray Kroc was peddling franchises around the country for a fledgling hamburger stand in the 1950s—McDonald’s, it was called—when he entered a St. Paul supper club and encountered a beautiful young piano player who would change his life forever. The attraction between Ray and Joan was instantaneous and instantly problematic. Yet even the fact that both were married to other people couldn’t derail their roller coaster of a romance.To the outside world, Ray and Joan were happy, enormously rich, and giving. But privately, Joan was growing troubled over Ray’s temper and dark secret, something she was reluctant to publicly reveal. Those close to them compared their relationship to that of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. And yet, this volatility paved the way for Joan’s transformation into one of the greatest philanthropists of our time. A force in the peace movement, she produced activist films, books, and music and ultimately gave away billions of dollars, including landmark gifts to the Salvation Army and NPR.Together, the two stories form a compelling portrait of the twentieth century: a story of big business, big love, and big giving.

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Simon Sebag Montefiore

Jerusalem : The Biography

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Recommendation: You won't find a more comprehensive and gripping account of the historical and cultural significance of Jerusalem than "Jerusalem: The Biography". Montefiore takes you on a journey through time, unveiling the secrets and stories that have shaped this city into the legendary place it is today. Whether you're a history buff, a religious scholar, or simply curious about the captivating history of the Middle East, this book is an essential read. Prepare to be enthralled by the tales of kings, empresses, prophets, poets, saints, conquerors, and everyday people who have made Jerusalem the "centre of the world". A timeless masterpiece that will leave you in awe.

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