Noel Botham Knihy

Podtitul: skutečný příběh hrůzy, nenávisti a násilí Vzpomínky františkánského mnicha a zároveň důležitého činitele katolické církve ve Velké Británii se vztahují k jeho vlastnímu dětství prožitém v nelásce, hrůze a násilí. Autor vzpomíná na svoji rodinu, kde žil s matkou alkoholičkou a mimořárně agresivním otcem, který svoji ženu a syna neustále bil a nelidsky týral. Ani v prarodičích z matčiny strany (tím méně z otcovy) nenašel ze začátku lásku; až mnohem později, po smrti dědečka, se chlapec sblížil se svojí babičkou. Dítě vyrůstalo uprostřed ďábelsky vymyšlených muk, nikdo mu nepomohl, viditelné stopy po krutém zacházení nechaly chladnými i nejbližší sousedy v domě, jeho učitele i sociální pracovníky. Po matčině sebevraždě žil s prarodiči a otcem, který jej začal (vedle pravidelného týrání) i sexuálně zneužívat. Konečně si hocha všiml ředitel školy (chlapec byl týrán a napadán i svými spolužáky) a po otcově smrti mu zařídil umístění do zvláštní školy pro zaostalou mládež. I zde chlapec poznal ústrky. Změna k lepšímu nastala, když do školy přišel nový učitel, který situaci rozpoznal a postupně chlapci zajistil lepší život; hoch na prahu dospělosti strávil několik let jako novic ve františkánském řádu. Postupně se sebevzdělával a stal se později jako člen a významný činitel katolické církve váženou a všeobecně uznávanou osobností. V r. 2004 mu jednu z nejvyšších cen udělil sám papež Jan Pavel II.

Peter Ratcliffe se v roce 1970 stal příslušníkem 1. praporu výsadkového pluku. V roce 1972 si podal žádost do SAS. Tam pak působil 25 let a se svým plukem se podílel na operacích v Ománu, Severním Irsku, na Falklandech, na Středním východě i v Británii. Byly mu uděleny medaile za vedení mobilní hlídky SAS za nepřátelskými liniemi v Iráku během války v Zálivu v roce 1991.

The death of Princess Diana, Princess of Wales, sent shockwaves around the world. A nation was left in mourning, but soon feelings of suspicion surfaced: was her death all that the Establishment might wish us to believe? Now, after an exhaustive two-year probe, investigative writer and former journalist Noel Botham has dared to reveal what the people of Britain have always believed - that Diana's death was murder. Using his unique contacts in the secretive worlds of intelligence and royalty, the author has uncovered the facts that prove Diana was - as she herself predicted she would be - the victim of a professional hit squad. He presents a clear account of what really happened on that fateful day of 31 August 1997. Why was the killing sanctioned? How was it executed? Was there really another car in the tunnel at the time of the crash? All of these questions and more, including how the truth was covered up by an official whitewash, are answered. This astounding book is what all enquiring minds have been waiting for, blowing the lid off the secrets the Establishment does not want us to know.The Murder of Princess Diana firmly lays to rest the theory that Diana's death was a tragic accident, and finally gives the people of Britain the explanation they deserve.

Exploring the quirky and often surprising aspects of Britain's Royal Family, this book offers a treasure trove of unusual facts and anecdotes. From King Richard the Lionheart's sexuality to Elizabeth I's infrequent bathing habits, readers will discover a blend of shocking and humorous tidbits. The authors, Noel Botham and Bruce Montague, present an irreverent take on royal history, ensuring readers are entertained while learning about the eccentricities of the monarchy. Perfect for trivia lovers and history buffs alike, it promises a delightful read.

A fast-paced and dramatic account of Peter Ratcliffe's 25-year career in the SAS, blending humor with earthy and occasionally disturbing elements.

Bobby Temple is young, he is charismatic, and a landslide election victoryas made him the new British Prime Minister. Ivan Brekov, his ex-Cambridgeoommate is a hard drinking, womanising mastermind who has just led Russia'sommunist Party to a stunning triumph in Russia.;Together they are poised tohange the world in terrifying style, but the dramatic kidnap of the Primeinister's stunning celebrity wife and the chaos that ensues brings theolitical animal to its knees in this sensational thriller from Noel Botham... novel for our times, The Downing Street Wife is a white-knuckle ridehrough a labyrinth of international politics, where the line betweenerrorism and government is increasingly blurred. Combined with the wildorce of sexual depravity and celebrity excess, this utterly unpredictableook scintillates with sex, scandal and humour.

From the bestselling author of The Big Book of Useless Information comes the essential compendium of everything you could ever possibly want to know about the royal family and a little bit more Did you know that the Queen learned to drive in 1945 when she joined the wartime army but has never held a driving license? Or that Queen Mary refused to acknowledge the existence of the telephone? Bestselling authors Noel Botham and Bruce Montague irreverently present everything you never needed but always wanted to know about all things royal. So raise the Union Jack, feed the corgis, make yourself a nice cup of tea, and enjoy this truly mind-boggling collection of totally useless information.

Hot on the heels of the first Book of Useless Information, the Official Useless Information Society brings you another compendium of everything you never needed to know. Were you aware, for example, that dynamite contains monkey nuts as an ingredient? Or what percentage of the world's population is drunk at any one time? The vital statistics of a groundhog? Or the odds of being killed by a tornado? If the irredeemably pointless interests you, then this book is for you.