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Martin King

    Tento britský vojenský historik se specializuje na evropská bojiště, zejména na druhou světovou válku. Jeho práce se vyznačuje hlubokým zájmem o individuální příběhy vojáků, které s láskou a po téměř třicet let zkoumá. S plynulou znalostí několika evropských jazyků je vyhledávaným přednášejícím na univerzitách a vojenských akademiích po celém světě. Jeho odbornost, zvláště v oblasti bitvy v Ardenách, je široce uznávána předními historiky a vojenskými osobnostmi. Autorovy dokumentární filmy a publikace, které často získávají ocenění, poskytují čtenářům a divákům poutavý pohled na klíčové okamžiky vojenské historie.

    The robin
    The Fighting 30th Division
    I Have a Dream
    Hoolifan - třicet let násilí
    Chelsea Skin - Divoké časy mladého skinheada
    Hoolifan
    • Na konci 60. let rodiče v Británii s údivem sledovali, jak se jejich dlouhovlasé děti vracejí domů s vyholenými hlavami, v džínách Levi's a vojenských botách, žádající o peníze na bundy Harrington. Zrodili se skinheadi a vznikla kultura mládeže, která neměla obdobu. Marting King, jeden z nich, popisuje, jak chlapci a dívky přijali novou dělnickou módu a hudbu, zejména západoindické reggae Blue Beat, a jak v nich tato kultura vyvolávala silný pocit identity. Média často psala o tom, jak Anglii zaplavili mladí skinheadi, kteří se promenádovali po plážích a navštěvovali fotbalové zápasy. King, fanoušek FC Chelsea, vtipně a živě zachycuje radosti života teenagera v dělnickém jižním Londýně. Jeho příběh je fascinující pohled na britské teenagery z dělnické třídy, kteří se zapletli do kultu skinheadů. King detailně popisuje hudbu, módu a teenagerské eskapády, což činí jeho vyprávění autentickým a poutavým. Pokud vás zajímá skutečný život dělnické mládeže té doby, tato kniha je pro vás.

      Chelsea Skin - Divoké časy mladého skinheada2024
      3,0
    • Through Reverend Martin Luther King Jr.'s words and Bible verses, kids will discover that Dr. King's Christian faith was the foundation for his activism and that God calls us to stand up for justice and love. This illustrated children's devotional will inspire the next generation with Dr. King's passion and equip them to make a difference for God.

      Only Light Can Do That2024
    • The Eagles of Bastogne

      • 272 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení

      It is a story of sacrifice, dedication to duty and honor in the face of terrible adversity, but more importantly it’s a human story, one that encapsulates the finest attributes of humankind in the absolute direst of circumstances.

      The Eagles of Bastogne2024
      4,2
    • Lost Voices

      The Untold Stories of America's World War I Veterans and Their Families

      • 376 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      The book explores the significant yet often overlooked impact of America's entry into World War I, marking the centennial of its declaration of war against Germany. It highlights the experiences of those who lived through the conflict, from soldiers in the trenches to families on the home front, bringing to light the unheard voices of the past. With a renewed global interest in the war, the narrative emphasizes the lasting legacy of those who suffered and contributed, ensuring their stories are remembered and acknowledged.

      Lost Voices2022
      3,4
    • From the author of Triage and Searching for Augusta, comes a history of love, hate, jealousy, and revenge between brothers and sisters during times of war through the ages.

      Blood Is Thicker than War2022
      4,0
    • Battlefield Medics

      How Warfare Changed the History of Medicine

      • 256 stránek
      • 9 hodin čtení

      "This eye-opening journey through centuries of medical care on the battlefield is a fascinating read. The research is impressive, the writing style relaxed but what makes this book stand out is the personal stories of women and men who risked their lives to save others." - ANNE MACMILLAN, HISTORIAN, JOURNALIST AND AUTHOR OF WAR STORIESDouble Emmy award-winning author Martin King takes you on an enthralling journey through the history of medicine on the battlefield, covering the battles of Ancient Rome, both World Wars, Vietnam and many more. Hear true stories of the brave men and women who risked their lives to save others in the chaos of conflict, • Tillie Pierce, the 16-year-old girl who tended soldiers from both sides during the Civil War• Mary Seacole a black nurse who ran her own medical center during the Crimean War• Nellie Spindler, a staff nurse in World War I who was tragically killed in the Battle of Passchendaele• John Bradmore, the man who saved Prince Henry in the War of the RosesBattlefield Medics includes first-hand accounts from veterans of various wars and conflicts, as well as a foreword by Colonel Robert Campbell of the 101st Airborne Division of the US Army.Told with King's usual flair for engaging narrative and eye for historical detail, this illustrated account provides a testament to these remarkable medics and the vital part they played in history.

      Battlefield Medics2021
      3,6
    • The Fighting 30th Division

      • 360 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      Incredible stories epitomise what it was to be a GI in one of the toughest divisions in WWII.

      The Fighting 30th Division2021
      5,0
    • Battlefield Medics provides an enthralling and informative account of the history of the men and women who risked their lives to save others on the frontline. Featuring a diverse cast of characters, such as John Bradmore, the man who saved Prince Henry in the War of the Roses, the 16-year-old Tillie Pierce, a young woman who tended soldiers from both sides during the American Civil War, and Mary Seacole, the first black nurse, Battlefield Medics demonstrates the courage and compassion of the healers who worked on the battlefield. Ranging from the battles of ancient Rome to the Vietnam War, Martin King takes you on a journey through the history of medicine as seen through the lens of warfare. Told with his usual flair and penchant for engaging narrative, it provides a testament to these remarkable men and women

      Battlefield Medics2021
      3,0
    • Triage

      • 304 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      An articulate, compelling history of American battlefield medics.

      Triage2021
    • Driving Back the Nazis

      • 256 stránek
      • 9 hodin čtení

      A gripping account of the Allied liberation of Western Europe, masterfully told by Emmy-award winning writer and historian Martin King. Through the autumn of 1944, Allied troops made their way across Nazi-occupied Europe, liberating towns and villages as they went. Driving Back the Nazis explores this process of liberation, from the arrival of Allied forces in Paris through the emancipation of Belgium to the closing down of Nazi prison camps. But there was a darker side to liberation too - collaborators were harshly punished, and in some cases the liberating forces brought their own troubles with them.Martin King tells the story of liberation from all sides - we hear the voices of Allied high command, ordinary American and British soldiers, local civilians, and even the defeated German forces.

      Driving Back the Nazis2021
      3,8
    • The Magic Scepter

      • 162 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení

      The Magic Scepter showcases Martin's belief in its superiority over his previous works, reflecting his deep passion for writing. The novel is infused with personal experiences, allowing him to create relatable characters that navigate through life's challenges.

      The Magic Scepter2020
    • As the Black Lives Matter movement gains momentum, and books like Ta-Nehisi Coates's Between the World and Me and Claudia Rankine's Citizen swing national attention toward the racism and violence that continue to poison our communities, it's as urgent now as ever to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr., whose insistence on equality and peace defined the Civil Rights Movement and forever changed the course of American history. This collection ranges from an early 1961 interview in which King describes his reasons for joining the ministry (after considering medicine), to a 1964 conversation with Robert Penn Warren, to his last interview, which was conducted on stage at the convention of the Rabbinical Assembly, just ten days before King's assassination. Timely, poignant, and inspiring, Martin Luther King, Jr.: The Last Interview is an essential addition to the Last Interview series.

      Martin Luther King, Jr.: The Last Interview2017
      4,2
    • Hoolifan je příběhem jednoho muže,Martina Kinga, který líčí zážitky nabité za tři desetiletí strávená v nejznámějším fotbalovém gangu Anglie. Chelsea vždycky byla spojována s fotbalovým násilím a King sám byl přes 30 let v srdci vyvíjející se party jejich fanoušků. Popisuje svůj vývoj od první návštěvy fotbalového utkání na začátku šedesátých let. Čtenář sleduje,jak se z dítěte točícího řehtačkou stává plnohodnotný člen nechvalně známé Boudy Chelsea sedmdesátých let a nakonec klíčová postava nejobávanějšího fotbalového gangu osmdesátých let - tzv. Chelsea Headhunters (Lovci Lebek). King popisuje hlavní postavy jednotlivých období nejen z Chelsea,ale z celé Anglie. Každou výtržnost,rvačku i pomstu do nejmenšího detailu stejně jako přátelství a módní trendy, kterými členové tohoto nejslavnějšího fotbalového gangu žili. Není to jen další kniha na oblíbené téma fotbalového výtržnictví. Martin King se narozdíl od ostatních autorů nesnaží distancovat od násilí a nechává čtenáře, aby si udělal vlastní závěr. Někdy provokativní, často humorný, ale vždy pravdivý. Hoolifan je předurčen k tomu,aby více než ostatní knihy zasadil fenomén fotbalového výtržnictví do pravdivého společenského kontextu.

      Hoolifan2003
      4,6
    • A Boy's Story

      • 208 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení

      As the 1960s drew to a close, the skinhead was born and a youth culture took Britain by storm. Boys and girls alike embraced this new working-class fashion and music—the West Indian reggae sounds of Blue Beat. King describes the heady mix of pleasures which were all part of life as a teenager.

      A Boy's Story2000
      3,3
    • Hoolifan. 30 Years Of Hurt

      • 224 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení

      This is the story of Martin King and his 30 years of involvement with football hooliganism, particularly as a member of the notorious Chelsea Headhunters. He describes the leading characters, famous fights, and planned ambushes, and sets hooliganism in its social context.

      Hoolifan. 30 Years Of Hurt2000
      3,8
    • The robin

      • 128 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení
      The robin1995
      5,0
    • On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. stood in front of the Lincoln Memorial looking out over thousands of troubled Americans who had gathered in the name of civil rights and uttered his now famous words, "I have a dream . . ." It was a speech that changed the course of history.This fortieth-anniversary edition honors Martin Luther King Jr.'s courageous dream and his immeasurable contribution by presenting his most memorable words in a concise and convenient edition. As Coretta Scott King says in her foreword, "This collection includes many of what I consider to be my husband's most important writings and orations." In addition to the famed keynote address of the 1963 march on Washington, the renowned civil rights leader's most influential words included here are the "Letter from a Birmingham Jail," the essay "Pilgrimage to Nonviolence," and his last sermon, "I See the Promised Land," preached the day before he was assassinated.

      I Have a Dream1991
      4,5