David Stafford Knihy

V tomto skvělém vyprávění renomovaný historik David Stafford popisuje dny před vyloděním v Normandii z různých perspektiv, včetně Churchilla, Eisenhowera a obyčejných hrdinů, jejichž odvaha umožnila invazi. Napsáno se svěžestí thrilleru, vyprávění se pohybuje mezi zeměmi a klíčovými postavami: dešifrantkou kódovaných signálů, členem francouzského odboje, norským odbojářem uvězněným v gestapu, americkým parašutistou, Židem skrývajícím se v Paříži, německým vojákem přesvědčeným o vzdálenosti invaze a kanadským vojákem připravujícím se na přistání. Stafford s přesností sleduje hodinu od hodiny činnosti Churchilla, Hitlera, Rommela, Eisenhowera a de Gaulla, přičemž zdůrazňuje klíčovou roli dvojitého agenta, který dodával klamné informace nacistům. Kniha je výsledkem důkladného výzkumu soudobých materiálů, korespondence, deníků a oficiálních záznamů, přičemž přináší autentický pohled na tehdejší události. Je příběhem mnoha národů a důležitým záznamem jednoho zásadního úseku v životě mužů a žen, kteří se navždy zapsali do historie.

Halfway To Paradise tells the full story of Billy Fury with the compassion and affection due to an artist who, decades after his death, still has the power to command admiration and adoration.

In World War II the British created the Special Operations Executive to co-ordinate subversion and sabotage against the enemy, using disguise, deception, bribery, explosives, guerrilla warfare and assassination. This book tells the story of the men and women through their personal reminiscences

The book explores the evolution of spy fiction, highlighting influential writers from the Edwardian era to the Cold War. It examines the interplay between real-life espionage and literary creation, featuring authors like John Buchan, Somerset Maugham, Ian Fleming, and Graham Greene, who drew on their intelligence experiences to shape their narratives. Through this lens, the text reveals how historical events and personal backgrounds have influenced the genre's development over time.

Exploring the concept of "apostolic grace," David Stafford provides insights into the heritage, ancestry, and culture that define the apostolic identity within the body of Christ. The book offers a comprehensive understanding of what it truly means to embody apostolic principles, emphasizing their significance in contemporary faith practices.

The narrative chronicles a man's life from age eight in 1948 to his retirement in 2004, reflecting on the ordinary yet profound experiences of growing up in a small Midwestern town. It captures the essence of a childhood marked by biological routines and a lack of direction, emphasizing the sense of predestination that defined his formative years. The memoir resonates with readers by highlighting the universal themes of life's unpredictability and the quest for purpose amidst societal expectations.

The book presents a captivating narrative intertwined with scholarly analysis, exploring complex themes and ideas. It offers readers a deep dive into its subject matter, blending engaging storytelling with rigorous examination, making it both informative and enjoyable. The combination of narrative and exegesis invites readers to reflect on the broader implications of the topics discussed, appealing to those interested in a thorough understanding of the subject.

Obraz ostatnich dni wojny i pierwszych dni pokoju w zachodniej Europie. Trwa rozbrajanie niedobitków armii niemieckiej, uciekający naziści rozstrzeliwują zakładników, pędzą jeńców i więźniów obozów koncentracyjnych w tzw. marszach śmierci, alianci organizują nową administrację... Wiele jest też w tej książce wydarzeń i epizodów mało znanych, autor sięgnął bowiem do relacji ludzi, którzy je przeżyli, obserwowali, zapisali. Powstała przejmująca panorama tamtego czasu, kiedy tworzyła się nowa Europa.

Most pop stars' fame used to end with their 25th birthday, but Adam Faith just kept on being interesting until the day he died aged 62. Born Terry Nelhams in working-class Acton, he defined post-war aspiration. Though his vocal talents were limited, he enjoyed an unprecedented run of seven top five hits. His chiselled features were a gift to TV (then a new medium), fans swooned each time he smiled, heavyweight journalists saw him as the 'Spokesman for British Youth' and his sexual adventures were the stuff of legend. When The Beatles rendered his style of pop obsolete, Adam turned TV actor. As Budgie, the hapless Soho chancer, he played the character he might have become in life had it not been for his steely ambition and boundless energy. Then he reinvented himself again as a manager, famously guiding Leo Sayer to international stardom, before becoming a financial guru who made and lost several fortunes - not always his own. Terry Nelhams never quite got used to being Adam and saw his alter ego as having something of an independent existence: "Being Adam is like playing a part in a film," he said. "On the whole I prefer being Adam." David and Caroline Stafford's witty and insightful biography, charts the glorious triumphs and often cataclysmic failures of a 'child man' who spent his life getting away with it,

A biography on Ronnie Lane, noted guitarist for both the Small Faces and the Faces.