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Renowned for his engaging writing style, Christopher Hibbert is celebrated as one of the most popular historians of his era. With a prolific output exceeding 50 historical works, he combines thorough research with accessible narratives, making history appealing to a broad audience. His contributions span various topics, reflecting a deep understanding of historical events and figures, establishing him as a significant figure in contemporary historical literature.

A biography of the Borgia family looks at the dynasty's rise to power from its Spanish roots, while profiling its powerful patriarch, Pope Alexander VI; his daughter, Lucrezia; and his ruthless son Cesare, the model for Machiavelli's "The Prince."

Renomovaný britský spisovatel Christopher Hibbert, který je autorem více než padesáti populárně historických knih a životopisů, měl ve zvláštní oblibě Itálii. Jistě i proto se rozhodl vylíčit, jak se španělskému rodu Borgiů podařilo vyšvihnout se v této zemi i v církvi do nejvyšších mocenských pozic. Ústřední postavou dynastie jsou Rodrigo Borgia, tj. papež Alexandr VI., jeho proslulá dcera Lucrezia a syn Cesare, kterému zajistil nesmrtelnost Machiavelliho spis Vladař. Je pověst Borgiů – nemravů, hýřilů, vrahů, kariéristů, úplatkářů, ale i vojenských velitelů a mecenášů umění – zasloužená? Hibbert si klade otázku, zda životní styl rodu vedl po zásluze k tomu, že se jejich jméno stalo synonymem mravní zkaženosti, nepotismu a hrabivosti. V dramatických, čtivě a barvitě vykreslených osudech Borgiů, které autor hojně dokládá i citacemi z dobových pramenů, se zároveň zrcadlí složité poměry renesanční Itálie.

Disraeli is one of the most fascinating men of the 19th century. This masterly biography, written by an outstanding popular historian, concentrates on his intriguing private life.

A Brief History of King Arthur looks at one of the most important medieval romance tales of Western Europe: the legend of King Arthur, who unified the kingdoms of England and pushed back the Anglo-Saxon invaders, even chasing them to mainland Europe. Together with Guinevere, Kind Arthur reigned over the glorious city of Camelot, where he organized the famous Knights of the Round Table with such legendary figures as Sir Gawain, Sir Kay, Sir Percival, Sir Lancelot, and Sir Tristan

Rozsáhlý životopis anglické královny Viktorie mapuje celý její život i dlouhé období vlády na anglickém trůně. Velice rozsáhlý a podrobný životopis nejdéle panující anglické královny - Viktorie. Královna žila v letech 1819 až 1901 a přežila nejen svého manžela, ale i několik svých dětí. Kniha sleduje její život od dětství: zachycuje dospívání budoucí královny, její osudový sňatek s princem Albertem, narození devíti potomků, smrt milovaného manžela, čtyřicetileté období vdovství a konečně i její smrt a pohřeb. Kniha líčí královninu povahu, její soukromý život, vztah k dětem i její zahraniční a domácí politiku. V závěru je jmenný rejstřík a seznam ministerských předsedů z období jejího panování.

As a soldier and an emperor, Napoleon was ruthless and determined; as a lover, he showed the same single-minded ferocity. Hailed by Amanda Foreman, author of Georgiana , as "one of England's greatest living historical writers," Christopher Hibbert introduces us to the many intriguing women behind the legendary soldier―from his strong-willed mother and three sisters to his varied wives and mistresses. This lively historical account reveals Napoleon's often neglected private life and passionate relationships, in which he wildly worshiped certain women as often as he disdained others.Vividly evoking the political and social upheavals of post-Revolutionary France, Hibbert captures the vibrant characters who made history, not only on the battlefield but also in the bedroom, including Josephine, the charming Creole from Martinique; the plain and pliant Marie-Louise of Austria; and Marie Walewska, the sumptuous young Polish countess who, despite initial reluctance, was persuaded by her elderly husband to fall in love with Napoleon. Praised by A. N. Wilson as an "outstanding popular historian," Hibbert dramatically brings to life the most intimate influences on Napoleon's turbulent career and character. Originally published in cloth under the title Napoleon: His Wives and Women . 24 pages of illustrations

Christopher Hibbert's acclaimed biography of Queen Victoria is as impressive and authoritative as the great woman herself.

The most successful British general until the advent of Napoleon, John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, was also a successful, if devious politcian, and a commanding figure both on the continent of Europe and the English court from the time of King James II. King James' mistress was Churchill's sister until he married Queen Anne whose intimate friend, the beautiful, gifted, shrewed and difficult Sarah, was Churchill's wife.