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Sarah Bradford

    Sarah Bradford je historička a biografía, jejíž rozsáhlé cestovatelské zkušenosti a znalost čtyř jazyků jí umožnily hluboce se ponořit do výzkumu pro své knihy. Její práce se vyznačuje pečlivým studiem a schopností oživit minulé události a postavy s velkým detailem. Bradfordová se zaměřuje na méně prozkoumaná témata a přístupy, což čtenářům přináší nové pohledy na historii.

    Sarah Bradford
    Harriet Tubman - The Moses of Her People
    Elizabeth
    George VI
    Harriet Tubman
    Elizabeth. A Biography of Her Majesty the Queen
    Diana
    • Shrnující práce o životě a smrti britské princezny Diany, která tragicky zemřela před deseti lety (1997). Rozsáhlá kniha britské historičky vychází při příležitosti desátého výročí tragické smrti britské princezny Diany, která zahynula 31. 8. 1997. Téměř čtyři sta stránek popisuje podrobně celý princeznin život od útlého dětství až po tragickou smrt. Velmi podrobně jsou zachyceny i Dianini příbuzní a později přátelé ženského i mužského pohlaví. Hlavní pozornost je samozřejmě soustředěna na Dianino nešťastné manželství a vyvíjející se vztah s princem Charlesem. Kniha má souhrnný charakter, není zaměřena bulvárně a snaží se uvádět všechna známá a dostupná fakta. O souhrnném charakteru práce svědčí i v závěru uváděný seznam zdrojů, z nichž autorka čerpala, a také rozsáhlý seznam použité literatury.

      Diana
    • Explores Queen Elizabeth's family secrets, including her father's influence, her strained relationships with her children, her challenging marriage, and her experiences balancing motherhood with her role as the world's most famous woman.

      Elizabeth. A Biography of Her Majesty the Queen
    • Harriet Tubman

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení
      4,3(25)Ohodnotit

      A brief biography of Harriet Tubman who led many of her fellow slaves to freedom following the Underground Railroad.

      Harriet Tubman
    • George VI

      • 704 stránek
      • 25 hodin čtení
      4,3(59)Ohodnotit

      King George VI reigned through taxing times. Acceding to the throne upon his brother's abdication, he was immediately confronted with the turmoil in European politics leading up to the Second World War, then the War itself, followed by a period of austerity, social transformation and loss of Empire. This book tells his story.

      George VI
    • Elizabeth

      • 606 stránek
      • 22 hodin čtení
      4,0(4)Ohodnotit

      The book delves into the personal and public life of Queen Elizabeth II, exploring her character and the complexities of balancing her roles as a monarch, mother, and executive. It addresses her wealth and resilience in the face of royal scandals, providing insights that have intrigued royal watchers for years. Through a decade of research, the author reveals the nuances of her life behind the palace walls, offering a comprehensive look at the woman behind the crown.

      Elizabeth
    • Harriet Tubman - The Moses of Her People

      • 156 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení
      3,5(4)Ohodnotit

      The biography highlights Harriet Tubman's extraordinary life as a former slave and her pivotal role in the fight against slavery during the Civil War. Often compared to Joan of Arc, Tubman is celebrated for her unparalleled success in leading African-Americans to freedom. Originally published in 1886, the book draws from Sarah Bradford's earlier essays and was privately funded, with profits supporting Tubman's humanitarian efforts. This work underscores Tubman's significance as one of America's most influential women in history.

      Harriet Tubman - The Moses of Her People
    • America's Queen

      The Life of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

      • 544 stránek
      • 20 hodin čtení
      4,0(1859)Ohodnotit

      Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis is portrayed as a figure of grace and resilience, embodying America's sense of royalty from her debut in 1947 until her death in 1994. The biography offers an intimate yet candid exploration of her life, detailing her public persona and personal struggles. Through the lens of her experiences, the author sheds light on the complexities of her character, supported by 32 photographs that enhance the narrative.

      America's Queen
    • Jackie Bouvier's privileged upbringing instilled rigid self-control, while her expedient marriage into the Kennedy clan consolidated her determination. This book deals with private Jackie - neglected wife, vigilant mother, obsessive shopper and working widow.

      America's Queen
    • Lucrezia Borgia

      Lucrezia Borgia: Life, Love, and Death in Renaissance Italy

      • 464 stránek
      • 17 hodin čtení
      3,8(4328)Ohodnotit

      The book vividly explores the Renaissance era through contemporary documents and firsthand accounts, highlighting the art, pageantry, and perilous politics that shaped the time. It focuses on Lucrezia Borgia's influential role in this vibrant yet treacherous world, revealing the complexities and intrigues of her life and the broader cultural landscape of the Renaissance.

      Lucrezia Borgia
    • Queen Elizabeth II

      • 320 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení
      3,4(18)Ohodnotit

      From the best-selling author of 'George VI', 'Elizabeth' and 'Diana', a biography of Queen Elizabeth II which offers a vivid window into the key moments of British and world history during the Queen's 60 year reign.

      Queen Elizabeth II