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Amy Stanley

Stranger in the Shogun's City: A Japanese Woman and Her World

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This book would be a good read for anyone seeking a captivating story of an extraordinary woman who challenges societal norms in 19th-century Japan. Through the life of Tsuneno, readers are transported to a vibrant and bustling Edo, on the cusp of a transformative encounter with the West. With meticulous detail and exquisite sympathy, the author paints a vivid picture of a woman who dares to forge her own path, sacrificing her family and reputation in the process. "Stranger in the Shogun's City" offers a rare insight into Japanese culture and a compelling exploration of individuality and resilience.

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Bela Shayevich, Svetlana Alexievich

Secondhand Time - An Oral History Of The Fall Of The Soviet Union

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The magnum opus and latest work from Svetlana Alexievich, the 2015 winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature—a symphonic oral history about the disintegration of the Soviet Union and the emergence of a new RussiaWhen the Swedish Academy awarded Svetlana Alexievich the Nobel Prize, it cited her for inventing “a new kind of literary genre,” describing her work as “a history of emotions—a history of the soul.” Alexievich’s distinctive documentary style, combining extended individual monologues with a collage of voices, records the stories of ordinary women and men who are rarely given the opportunity to speak, whose experiences are often lost in the official histories of the nation.In Secondhand Time, Alexievich chronicles the demise of communism. Everyday Russian citizens recount the past thirty years, showing us what life was like during the fall of the Soviet Union and what it’s like to live in the new Russia left in its wake. Through interviews spanning 1991 to 2012, Alexievich takes us behind the propaganda and contrived media accounts, giving us a panoramic portrait of contemporary Russia and Russians who still carry memories of oppression, terror, famine, massacres—but also of pride in their country, hope for the future, and a belief that everyone was working and fighting together to bring about a utopia. Here is an account of life in the aftermath of an idea so powerful it once dominated a third of the world.A magnificent tapestry of the sorrows and triumphs of the human spirit woven by a master, Secondhand Time tells the stories that together make up the true history of a nation. “Through the voices of those who confided in her,” The Nation writes, “Alexievich tells us about human nature, about our dreams, our choices, about good and evil—in a word, about ourselves.”

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Ursula Doyle

Love Letters of Great Men

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Love Letters of Great Men is a perfect read for hopeless romantics who want to experience the timeless beauty and power of love. It offers a unique insight into the greatest minds and their heart's deepest desires. Through their letters, readers will be transported to a different time and place, and will be given a glimpse of how love can inspire and move even the greatest of men. This book is a treasure trove of romance and passion, and is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers of all ages.

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Ursula Doyle

Love Letters of Great Men

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Remember the wonderfully romantic book of love letters that Carrie reads aloud to Big in the recent blockbuster film, Sex and the City ? Fans raced to buy copies of their own, only to find out that the beautiful book didn't actually exist. However, since all of the letters referenced in the film did exist, we decided to publish this gorgeous keepsake ourselves.Love Letters of Great Men follows hot on the heels of the film and collects together some of history's most romantic letters from the private papers of Beethoven, Mark Twain, Mozart, and Lord Byron. For some of these great men, love is "a delicious poison" (William Congreve); for others, "a nice soft wife on a sofa with good fire, & books & music" (Charles Darwin). Love can scorch like the heat of the sun (Henry VIII), or penetrate the depths of one's heart like a cooling rain (Flaubert). Every shade of love is here, from the exquisite eloquence of Oscar Wilde and the simple devotion of Robert Browning, to the wonderfully modern misery of the Roman Pliny the Younger, losing himself in work to forget how much he misses his beloved wife, Calpurnia.Taken together, these letters show that perhaps men haven't changed all that much over the last 2,000 years--passion, jealousy, hope and longing still rule their hearts and minds. In an age of e-mail and texted "i luv u"s, this timeless and unique collection reminds us that nothing can compare to the simple joy of sitting down to read a letter from the one you love.

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Rob Broomby, Martin Gllbert, Denis Avey

The Man Who Broke into Auschwitz : The Extraordinary True Story

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The Man Who Broke into Auschwitz is the extraordinary true story of a British soldier who marched willingly into the concentration camp, Buna-Monowitz, known as Auschwitz III. In the summer of 1944, Denis Avey was being held in a British POW labour camp, E715, near Auschwitz III. He had heard of the brutality meted out to the prisoners there and he was determined to witness what he could. He hatched a plan to swap places with a Jewish inmate and smuggled himself into his sector of the camp. He spent the night there on two occasions and experienced at first-hand the cruelty of a place where slave workers, had been sentenced to death through labor. Astonishingly, he survived to witness the aftermath of the Death March where thousands of prisoners were murdered by the Nazis as the Soviet Army advanced.After his own long trek right across central Europe he was repatriated to Britain. For decades he couldn't bring himself to revisit the past that haunted his dreams, but now Denis Avey feels able to tell the full story--a tale as gripping as it is moving--which offers us a unique insight into the mind of an ordinary man whose moral and physical courage are almost beyond belief.

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J. Randy Taraborrelli

The Hiltons - The True Story Of An American Dynasty

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This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the history of the Hilton hotel industry and the American culture that surrounded it. It provides a comprehensive insight into the Hilton family - their successes, failures, and excesses. The unique feature of the book is its focus on the family's personal lives, including their messy relationships and lifestyles, which gives readers a relatable glimpse into their humanity. Overall, a fascinating read for those who love business and celebrity gossip.

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Edmund Morris

Theodore Rex

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Theodore Roosevelt and his two-term presidency (1901-9) deserve a king-size, seize-the-man biography - and Edmund Morris has provided one. "TR" typifies the "can do" American; his famous maxim, of course, was "Speak softly but carry a big stick." Morris presents eyewitness history through the voices of the makers and shakers. His exhilarating narrative will captivate readers, providing welcome confirmation that this nation can produce presidents who bring leadership to great issues, hold to their purpose, and shape the destinies of nations. President McKinley's assassination brought the 43-year-old TR a challenging presidency, one to which Morris is a clearsighted guide. At home, TR had to persuade Congress to curb competition-stifling corporate trusts, monopolistic transcontinental railroads, and unhygienic food industries that saw consumers as sheep. He also faced labor and racial strife. Abroad, the American presence in Cuba and the Philippines brought criticism, the Russo-Japanese conflict threatened major power shifts in the Far East and Europe, and a politically and financially fraught decision on the Central American canal route - Panama or Nicaragua? - had to be made. TR rose to every challenge. Despite the demands of family and social life, he read, wrote, and traveled extensively. Not least, TR put national parks and conservation of natural resources on the legislative agenda.All TR's notable contemporaries - including historian Henry Adams, naturalists John Burroughs and John Muir, robber barons E. H. Harriman and James J. Hill, poet Oliver Wendell Holmes, financier J. P. Morgan, fellow politician William Howard Taft, civil rights leader Booker T. Washington, and novelist Owen Wister - appear onstage, their clear voices projecting the excitement of the day.Morris is blessed with the imagination and skills to write gripping popular history. He doesn't dilute but illuminates events in presenting an account that immediately sparks interest and captures the mind. Readers will note that American interventionism abroad (today's major issue) was much debated during TR's presidency, when major interventional imperatives challenged the new superpower's tradition of relative restraint in foreign affairs.Theodore Rex is the long-awaited second volume of the TR saga. Morris delivered the first volume, The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt , in 1979. It won a Pulitzer Prize; Theodore Rex is a solid bet for another. (Peter Skinner)

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Adeline Yen Mah

Chinese Cinderella : The Secret Story of an Unwanted Daughter

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Jung-ling's family considers her bad luck because her mother died giving birth to her. They discriminate against her and make her feel unwanted yet she yearns and continuously strives for her parents' love. Her stepmother is vindictive and cruel and her father dismissive. Jung-ling grows up to be an academic child, with a natural ability for writing. Only her aunt and grandfather offer her any love and kindness. The story is of survival in the light of the mental and physical cruelty of her stepmother and the disloyalty of her siblings. Jung-ling blossoms in spite of everything and the story ends as her father agrees to let her study in England.

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Art Spiegelman

Maus II : A Survivor's Tale - And Here My Troubles Began

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"Maus II" is a poignant retelling of one of history's darkest chapters in a unique graphic novel format. Highly recommended for those interested in exploring the Holocaust and its lasting effects on survivors and their families. The fusion of the author's difficult relationship with his father while detailing his father's experiences during the Holocaust makes "Maus II" a touching and emotional work of art.

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Ibn Battuta, H. A. R. Gibb

Travels in Asia and Africa : 1325-1354

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"Travels in Asia and Africa: 1325-1354 by Ibn Battuta is a remarkable travelogue that takes you on a vivid journey through the Islamic world of the 14th century. Through his observations, he brings to life the diversity of societies and cultures with incredible detail. The book is a must-read for history buffs and travel enthusiasts alike. The extensive notes and historical background added by H.A.R Gibb further enrich the reading experience."

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Walter Isaacson

Benjamin Franklin : An American Life

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Benjamin Franklin: An American Life could be a great read for history buffs who are interested in US political history and the life of one of America's founding fathers. Walter Isaacson portrays Franklin in an intriguing manner that showcases his practical and determined personality, bringing his legacy to life. Readers will gain insights into Franklin's long-lasting impact on America's identity and his instrumental role in the Revolutionary War.

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Henry Louis Gates Jr., Ira Berlin, Solomon Northup

12 Years a Slave (Movie Tie-In)

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"12 Years a Slave" isn't just a recount of a free man's forced descent into the abyss of slavery; it’s a masterful and poignant narrative that offers a rare and educated perspective, bridging the gap between freed people and slaves. Imagine feeling Solomon Northup's piercing struggle against dehumanization while grasping the quintessence of courage in adversity. This book doesn’t just paint a picture of history; it immerses you in the raw truth of human strength and resilience.

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Volker Weidermann, Carol Janeway

Ostend : Stefan Zweig, Joseph Roth, and the Summer Before the Dark

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It’s the summer of 1936, and the writer Stefan Zweig is in crisis. His German publisher no longer wants him, his marriage is collapsing, and his house in Austria—searched by the police two years earlier—no longer feels like home. He’s been dreaming of Ostend, the Belgian beach town that is a paradise of promenades, parasols, and old friends. So he journeys there with his lover, Lotte Altmann, and reunites with fellow writer and semi-estranged close friend Joseph Roth, who is himself about to fall in love. For a moment, they create a fragile haven. But as Europe begins to crumble around them, the writers find themselves trapped on vacation, in exile, watching the world burn. In Ostend, Volker Weidermann lyrically recounts “the summer before the dark,” when a coterie of artists, intellectuals, drunks, revolutionaries, and madmen found themselves in limbo while Europe teetered on the edge of fascism and total war. Ostend is the true story of two of the twentieth century’s great writers, written with a novelist’s eye for pacing, chronology, and language—a dazzling work of historical nonfiction. (Translated from the German by Carol Brown Janeway)

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John Carlin

Invictus - Nelson Mandela And The Game That Made A Nation

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Beginning in a jail cell and ending in a rugby tournament—the true story of how the most inspiring charm offensive in history brought South Africa together. After being released from prison and winning South Africa’s first free election, Nelson Mandela presided over a country still deeply divided by fifty years of apartheid. His plan was ambitious if not use the national rugby team, the Springboks—long an embodiment of white-supremacist rule—to embody and engage a new South Africa as they prepared to host the 1995 World Cup. The string of wins that followed not only defied the odds, but capped Mandela’s miraculous effort to bring South Africans together again in a hard-won, enduring bond. Watch a Video

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Edmund de Waal

The Hare with Amber Eyes : A Hidden Inheritance

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"The Hare with Amber Eyes" would be a good read for those interested in historical memoirs that are unique and personal. The book's most distinguishing feature is its use of miniature sculptures to tell the story of a family over the course of a tumultuous century. Users may appreciate its elegantly written prose and the author's ability to trace his family's history against the backdrop of major historical events.

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Rebecca Skloot

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

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Her name was Henrietta Lacks, but scientists know her as HeLa. She was a poor Southern tobacco farmer who worked the same land as her slave ancestors, yet her cells, taken without her knowledge, became one of the most important tools in medicine. The first “immortal” human cells grown in culture, they are still alive today, though she has been dead for more than sixty years. If you could pile all HeLa cells ever grown onto a scale, they’d weigh more than 50 million metric tons, as much as a hundred Empire State Buildings. HeLa cells were vital for developing the polio vaccine; uncovered secrets of cancer, viruses, and the atom bomb’s effects; helped lead to important advances like in vitro fertilization, cloning, and gene mapping; and have been bought and sold by the billions.Yet Henrietta Lacks remains virtually unknown, buried in an unmarked grave.Now Rebecca Skloot takes us on an extraordinary journey, from the “colored” ward of Johns Hopkins Hospital in the 1950s to stark white laboratories with freezers full of HeLa cells; from Henrietta’s small, dying hometown of Clover, Virginia — a land of wooden slave quarters, faith healings, and voodoo, to East Baltimore today, where her children and grandchildren live and struggle with the legacy of her cells.Henrietta’s family did not learn of her “immortality” until more than twenty years after her death, when scientists investigating HeLa began using her husband and children in research without informed consent. And though the cells had launched a multimillion-dollar industry that sells human biological materials, her family never saw any of the profits. As Rebecca Skloot so brilliantly shows, the story of the Lacks family, past and present, is inextricably connected to the dark history of experimentation on African Americans, the birth of bioethics, and the legal battles over whether we control the stuff we are made of.Over the decade it took to uncover this story, Rebecca became enmeshed in the lives of the Lacks family—especially Henrietta’s daughter Deborah, who was devastated to learn about her mother’s cells. She was consumed with questions: Had scientists cloned her mother? Did it hurt her when researchers infected her cells with viruses and shot them into space? What happened to her sister, Elsie, who died in a mental institution at the age of fifteen? And if her mother was so important to medicine, why couldn’t her children afford health insurance?Intimate in feeling, astonishing in scope, and impossible to put down, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks captures the beauty and drama of scientific discovery, as well as its human consequences.

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Laura Hillenbrand

Unbroken

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Product Description The new book from the author of the bestselling and much-loved Seabiscuit. On a May afternoon in 1943, a bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared. It was that of a young lieutenant, who struggled to a life raft and pulled himself aboard. So began one of the most extraordinary odysseys of the Second World War. The lieutenant’s name was Louis Zamperini. In boyhood, he’d been an incorrigible delinquent, breaking into houses, brawling, and fleeing his home to ride the rails. As a teenager, he had channelled his defiance into running, discovering a prodigious talent that had carried him to the Berlin Olympics and within sight of the four-minute mile. But when war had come, the athlete had become an airman, embarking on a journey that led to his doomed flight, a tiny raft, and adrift into the unknown. Ahead of Zamperini lay thousands of miles of open ocean, leaping sharks, a foundering raft, thirst and starvation, enemy aircraft, and, beyond, a trial even greater. Driven to the limits of endurance, Zamperini would answer desperation with ingenuity; suffering with hope, resolve, and humour; brutality with rebellion. His fate, whether triumph or tragedy, would be suspended on the fraying wire of his will. The long-awaited new book from Laura Hillenbrand, ‘Unbroken’ is a gripping account of human endurance and the resilience of one remarkable individual.

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Jonathan Allen, Amie Parnes

HRC: State Secrets and the Rebirth of Hillary Clinton

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This book offers an in-depth look into the career of acclaimed politician Hillary Clinton, detailing the ups and downs of her political career. Readers will appreciate the behind-the-scenes accounts of the strategies, machinations and decision-making that contributed to one of the greatest political comebacks in history. Recommended for fans of political memoirs and those interested in first-hand insights leading up to a historical moment.

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Jung Chang

Empress Dowager Cixi : The Concubine Who Launched Modern China

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A woman, an Empress of immense wealth who was largely a prisoner within the compound walls of her palaces, a mother, a ruthless enemy, and a brilliant strategist: Chang makes a compelling case that Cixi was one of the most formidable and enlightened rulers of any nation. Cixi led an intense and singular life. Chosen at the age of 12 to be a concubine by the Emperor Xianfeng, she gave birth to his only male heir who at four was designated Emperor when his father died in 1861. In a brilliant move, the young woman enlisted the help of the Emperor's widow and the two women orchestrated a coup that ousted the regents and made Cixi sole Regent. Untrained and untaught, the two studied history and politics together, ruling the huge nation from behind a curtain. When her boy died, Cixi designated a young nephew as Emperor, continuing her reign till her death in 1908. Chang gives us a complex, riveting portrait of Cixi through a reign as long as that of her fellow Empress, Victoria, whom she longed to meet: her ruthlessness in fighting off rivals; her curiosity to learn; her reliance on Westerners who she placed in key positions; and her sensitivity and desire to preserve the distinctiveness of China's past while overturning traditions (she, as Chang reveals--not Mao, as he claimed--banned footbinding) and exposing its culture to western ideas and technology.

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Edmund Blunden

Undertones of War

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“I took my road with no little pride of fear; one morning I feared very sharply, as I saw what looked like a rising shroud over a wooden cross in the clustering mist. Horror! But on a closer study I realized that the apparition was only a flannel gas helmet. . . . What an age since 1914!”In Undertones of War , one of the finest autobiographies to come out of World War I, the acclaimed poet Edmund Blunden records his devastating experiences in combat. After enlisting at the age of twenty, he took part in the disastrous battles at the Somme, Ypres, and Passchendaele, describing them as “murder, not only to the troops but to their singing faiths and hopes.”All the horrors of trench warfare, all the absurdity and feeble attempts to make sense of the fighting, all the strangeness of observing war as a writer—of being simultaneously soldier and poet—pervade Blunden’s memoir. In steely-eyed prose as richly allusive as any poetry, he tells of the endurance and despair found among the men of his battalion, including the harrowing acts of bravery that won him the Military Cross.Now back in print for American readers, the volume includes a selection of Blunden’s war poems that unflinchingly juxtapose death in the trenches with the beauty of Flanders’s fields. Undertones of War deserves a place on anyone’s bookshelf between Siegfried Sassoon’s poetry and Robert Graves’s Goodbye to All That .

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Bret Witter, Robert M. Edsel

The Monuments Men : Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves, and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History

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"The Monuments Men is an engrossing account of the brave efforts of a special force, including museum directors and historians, to prevent the destruction of Europe's heritage during World War II. A must-read for history enthusiasts and art lovers, this book offers a unique perspective on the war and highlights the courage of those who risked their lives to preserve thousands of years of culture."

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Helen Rappaport

The Romanov Sisters : The Lost Lives of the Daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra

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The Romanov Sisters is a great read for history lovers who want a fresh and intimate perspective into the lives of the four Russian Grand Duchesses. Helen Rappaport's use of their private diaries and letters give readers a glimpse into their personalities and the turmoil that surrounded them during the Russian Revolution. The book challenges the sentimental and idealized view of the sisters and presents a captivating portrayal of their lives and tragic end.

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John Vieth, John Wilmot

The Works Of The Earl Of Rochester

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Step into the scandalous world of the Earl of Rochester, where poetry knows no boundaries and rules are meant to be broken. Immerse yourself in the daring, provocative verses that challenge societal norms and capture the essence of a libertine spirit. This collection is a perfect choice for those seeking verse that pushes the boundaries of propriety and seeks to explore the depths of human desire.

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David McCullough

Truman

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An alternate cover edition of this ISBN can be found here.The Pulitzer Prize–winning biography of Harry S. Truman, whose presidency included momentous events from the atomic bombing of Japan to the outbreak of the Cold War and the Korean War, told by America’s beloved and distinguished historian.The life of Harry S. Truman is one of the greatest of American stories, filled with vivid characters—Roosevelt, Churchill, Stalin, Eleanor Roosevelt, Bess Wallace Truman, George Marshall, Joe McCarthy, and Dean Acheson—and dramatic events. In this riveting biography, acclaimed historian David McCullough not only captures the man—a more complex, informed, and determined man than ever before imagined—but also the turbulent times in which he rose, boldly, to meet unprecedented challenges. The last president to serve as a living link between the nineteenth and the twentieth centuries, Truman’s story spans the raw world of the Missouri frontier, World War I, the powerful Pendergast machine of Kansas City, the legendary Whistle-Stop Campaign of 1948, and the decisions to drop the atomic bomb, confront Stalin at Potsdam, send troops to Korea, and fire General MacArthur. Drawing on newly discovered archival material and extensive interviews with Truman’s own family, friends, and Washington colleagues, McCullough tells the deeply moving story of the seemingly ordinary “man from Missouri” who was perhaps the most courageous president in our history.

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Bill Bryson

Shakespeare

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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to delve deeper into the life of one of history's greatest playwrights. Bill Bryson takes readers on a captivating journey through the streets of Shakespeare's time, unraveling the myths and shedding light on the man behind the famous plays. With Bryson's signature wit and attention to detail, this biography brings Shakespeare's genius and the vibrant world of Elizabethan England to life. Prepare to be enthralled by the fascinating tales of fall-outs, folios, and the enduring legacy of Shakespeare's language.

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Walter Isaacson

Benjamin Franklin : An American Life

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In this authoritative and engrossing full-scale biography, Walter Isaacson, bestselling author of Einstein and Steve Jobs, shows how the most fascinating of America's founders helped define our national character.Benjamin Franklin is the founding father who winks at us, the one who seems made of flesh rather than marble. In a sweeping narrative that follows Franklin’s life from Boston to Philadelphia to London and Paris and back, Walter Isaacson chronicles the adventures of the runaway apprentice who became, over the course of his eighty-four-year life, America’s best writer, inventor, media baron, scientist, diplomat, and business strategist, as well as one of its most practical and ingenious political leaders. He explores the wit behind Poor Richard’s Almanac and the wisdom behind the Declaration of Independence, the new nation’s alliance with France, the treaty that ended the Revolution, and the compromises that created a near-perfect Constitution. In this colorful and intimate narrative, Isaacson provides the full sweep of Franklin’s amazing life, showing how he helped to forge the American national identity and why he has a particular resonance in the twenty-first century.

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Walter Isaacson

Leonardo da Vinci

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This book is recommended for anyone who is interested in the art and science of Leonardo da Vinci and wants to learn about his life, both the ups and downs. The author highlights how da Vinci's unique perspective and ability to combine different passions resulted in some of the most iconic works of art and science. This biography is not just a retelling of the life of a genius, but also an insight into the creative process and mindset that can inspire readers to tap into their own creativity.

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Barbara Demick

Nothing to Envy : Ordinary Lives in North Korea

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An eye-opening account of life inside North Korea--a closed world of increasing global importance--hailed as a "tour de force of meticulous reporting" (The New York Review of Books)NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST - NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST In this landmark addition to the literature of totalitarianism, award-winning journalist Barbara Demick follows the lives of six North Korean citizens over fifteen years--a chaotic period that saw the death of Kim Il-sung, the rise to power of his son Kim Jong-il (the father of Kim Jong-un), and a devastating famine that killed one-fifth of the population.Demick brings to life what it means to be living under the most repressive regime today--an Orwellian world that is by choice not connected to the Internet, where displays of affection are punished, informants are rewarded, and an offhand remark can send a person to the gulag for life. She takes us deep inside the country, beyond the reach of government censors, and through meticulous and sensitive reporting we see her subjects fall in love, raise families, nurture ambitions, and struggle for survival. One by one, we witness their profound, life-altering disillusionment with the government and their realization that, rather than providing them with lives of abundance, their country has betrayed them.Praise for Nothing to Envy"Provocative . . . offers extensive evidence of the author's deep knowledge of this country while keeping its sights firmly on individual stories and human details."--The New York Times"Deeply moving . . . The personal stories are related with novelistic detail."--The Wall Street Journal"A tour de force of meticulous reporting."--The New York Review of Books"Excellent . . . humanizes a downtrodden, long-suffering people whose individual lives, hopes and dreams are so little known abroad."--San Francisco Chronicle"The narrow boundaries of our knowledge have expanded radically with the publication of Nothing to Envy. . . . Elegantly structured and written, [it] is a groundbreaking work of literary nonfiction."--John Delury, Slate"At times a page-turner, at others an intimate study in totalitarian psychology."--The Philadelphia Inquirer

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Svetlana Alexievich, Alma Lapinskienė, Keith Gessen

Voices From Chernobyl - The Oral History Of A Nuclear Disaster

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A recommended read for those seeking insights into one of the most catastrophic nuclear disasters in history, in the form of first-hand accounts from residents who survived. The book provides a deeply emotional and harrowing portrayal of the consequences of the Chernobyl disaster, leaving readers with a greater appreciation for the bravery and resilience of the people who lived through it.

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John R. Bolton

The Room Where It Happened : A White House Memoir

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As President Trump’s National Security Advisor, John Bolton spent many of his 453 days in the room where it happened, and the facts speak for themselves.The result is a White House memoir that is the most comprehensive and substantial account of the Trump Administration, and one of the few to date by a top-level official. With almost daily access to the President, John Bolton has produced a precise rendering of his days in and around the Oval Office. What Bolton saw astonished him: a President for whom getting re-elected was the only thing that mattered, even if it meant endangering or weakening the nation. “I am hard-pressed to identify any significant Trump decision during my tenure that wasn’t driven by re-election calculations,” he writes. In fact, he argues that the House committed impeachment malpractice by keeping their prosecution focused narrowly on Ukraine when Trump’s Ukraine-like transgressions existed across the full range of his foreign policy - and Bolton documents exactly what those were, and attempts by him and others in the Administration to raise alarms about them.He shows a President addicted to chaos, who embraced our enemies and spurned our friends, and was deeply suspicious of his own government. In Bolton’s telling, all this helped put Trump on the bizarre road to impeachment. “The differences between this presidency and previous ones I had served were stunning,” writes Bolton, who worked for Reagan, Bush 41, and Bush 43. He discovered a President who thought foreign policy is like closing a real estate deal - about personal relationships, made-for-TV showmanship, and advancing his own interests. As a result, the US lost an opportunity to confront its deepening threats, and in cases like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea ended up in a more vulnerable place.Bolton’s account starts with his long march to the West Wing as Trump and others woo him for the National Security job. The minute he lands, he has to deal with Syria’s chemical attack on the city of Douma, and the crises after that never stop. As he writes in the opening pages, “If you don’t like turmoil, uncertainty, and risk - all the while being constantly overwhelmed with information, decisions to be made, and sheer amount of work - and enlivened by international and domestic personality and ego conflicts beyond description, try something else.”The turmoil, conflicts, and egos are all there - from the upheaval in Venezuela, to the erratic and manipulative moves of North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, to the showdowns at the G7 summits, the calculated warmongering by Iran, the crazy plan to bring the Taliban to Camp David, and the placating of an authoritarian China that ultimately exposed the world to its lethal lies. But this seasoned public servant also has a great eye for the Washington inside game, and his story is full of wit and wry humor about how he saw it played.

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Ben Macintyre

The Spy and the Traitor : The Greatest Espionage Story of the Cold War

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A thrilling Cold War story about a KGB double agent, by one of Britain's greatest historians - now with a new afterwordOn a warm July evening in 1985, a middle-aged man stood on the pavement of a busy avenue in the heart of Moscow, holding a plastic carrier bag. In his grey suit and tie, he looked like any other Soviet citizen. The bag alone was mildly conspicuous, printed with the red logo of Safeway, the British supermarket.The man was a spy. A senior KGB officer, for more than a decade he had supplied his British spymasters with a stream of priceless secrets from deep within the Soviet intelligence machine. No spy had done more to damage the KGB. The Safeway bag was a signal: to activate his escape plan to be smuggled out of Soviet Russia. So began one of the boldest and most extraordinary episodes in the history of spying. Ben Macintyre reveals a tale of espionage, betrayal and raw courage that changed the course of the Cold War forever...

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Laurence Bergreen

Over the Edge of the World : Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe

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Recommended for history buffs and adventure-seekers, this book provides an in-depth account of Magellan's iconic journey, including his ambitions, conflicts, and discovery of the Spice Islands. The author's use of first-person accounts and vivid descriptions gives readers a personal insight into the dangers faced by Magellan and his crew.

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Suketu Mehta

This Land Is Our Land : An Immigrant's Manifesto

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"This Land Is Our Land" might intrigue you if you're interested in understanding immigration beyond the headlines. Suketu Mehta offers an in-depth exploration of the subject, infusing his own family's journey with global perspectives. He unpacks complex issues with personal stories that could shift the way you think about the world's moving populations and their impact. It's a potent read for anyone keen on socio-political narratives or those looking to deepen their empathy towards the immigrant experience.

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Emma Claire Sweeney, Emily Midorikawa, Margaret Atwood

A Secret Sisterhood : The Literary Friendships of Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte, George Eliot, and Virginia Woolf

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A Secret Sisterhood offers a refreshing re-examination of literary friendships between female authors. Midorikawa and Sweeney explore the often-overlooked partnerships between Jane Austen and Anne Sharp, Charlotte Bronte and Mary Taylor, George Eliot and Harriet Beecher Stowe, and Virginia Woolf and Katherine Mansfield. Using unpublished letters and diaries, the book offers an intimate glimpse into the complex, but often-understated relationships between these trailblazing writers. A must-read for any enthusiast of literature, biography, or female empowerment.

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Leon Leyson, Marilyn J. Harran, Elisabeth B. Leyson

The Boy on the Wooden Box : How the Impossible Became Possible....on Schindler's List

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"The Boy on the Wooden Box" tells the incredible story of Leon Leyson's survival during the Second World War, incredibly written with an exceptional level of grace and honesty that captures the terrible situation without resorting to bitterness. This book is a must-read for those interested in the Holocaust and the fight to survive in one of the most trying times in human history.

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Władysław Szpilman

The Pianist

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The powerful and bestselling memoir of a young Jewish pianist who survived the war in Warsaw against all odds. Made into a Bafta and Oscar-winning film.

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John C. Kirkland

Love Letters Of Great Men

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When words of love do not come to you on their own, then read these letters. Complete, actual love letters of great men like Lord Byron, John Keats and Voltaire. Leaders like Henry VIII, George Washington, and Napoleon, who wrote to his beloved Josephine, "I awake consumed with thoughts of you..." Artists like van Gogh, Mozart, and Beethoven, who famously penned, "Though still in bed, my thoughts go out to you, my Immortal Beloved..." Dozens of intimate letters, coupled with over a score of period illustrations. Plus fascinating biographies, and insights into the couples' relationships-how they got there, the obstacles they faced, and what happened next. Poet warriors, from the first through the twentieth century, Ovid, Sir Walter Raleigh, Goethe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Leo Tolstoy, Victor Hugo, Shelley, Robert Browning, Edgar Allen Poe, Mark Twain, Lewis Carroll, Pierre Curie, George Bernard Shaw, Jack London, Admiral Peary, Woodrow Wilson, and many more.

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Marion Crawford

The Little Princesses : The extraordinary story of the Queen's childhood by her Nanny

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This book offers a personal insight into the childhoods of the Queen and Princess Margaret. Marion Crawford was their governess, and the story reveals her relationship with the royal family. The book offers a fresh take on royal life, and shows how the princesses were brought up with both regal and everyday experiences, making it a must-read for those interested in the British monarchy and its history.

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Isabel Sun Chao, Claire Chao

Remembering Shanghai : A Memoir of Socialites, Scholars and Scoundrels

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Winner of over 20 awards including Rubery Award BOOK OF THE YEAR and Writer’s Digest GRAND PRIZE ... An Extraordinary Multigenerational Saga.A high position bestowed by China's empress dowager grants power and wealth to the Sun family. For Isabel, growing up in glamorous 1930s and '40s Shanghai, it is a life of utmost privilege. But while her scholar father and fashionable mother shelter her from civil war and Japanese occupation, they cannot shield the family forever.When Mao comes to power, eighteen-year-old Isabel journeys to Hong Kong, not realizing that she will make it her home--and that she will never see her father again. Meanwhile, the family she has left behind struggles to survive, only to have their world shattered by the Cultural Revolution. Isabel returns to Shanghai fifty years later with her daughter, Claire, to confront their family's past--one they discover is filled with love and betrayal, kidnappers and concubines, glittering pleasure palaces and underworld crime bosses.Lavishly illustrated and meticulously researched, Remembering Shanghai follows five generations from a hardscrabble village to vibrant Shanghai to the bright lights of Hong Kong. By turns harrowing and heartwarming, this vivid memoir explores identity, loss and the unpredictable nature of life against the epic backdrop of a nation and a people in turmoil.

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Robert Kurson

Rocket Men : the daring odyssey of Apollo 8 and the astronauts who made man's first journey to the moon

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Fifty years ago, Christmas 1968, Man first orbited the Moon. This book tells the inside story of that epic journey.In early 1968, the Apollo programme was on shaky footing. President Kennedy’s end-of-decade deadline to put a man on the Moon was in jeopardy, and the Soviets were threatening to pull ahead in the space race.By August 1968, with its back against the wall, NASA decided to scrap its usual methodical approach and shoot for the heavens. With just four months to prepare, the agency would send the first men in history to the Moon.Focusing on three heroic astronauts and their families, this vivid, gripping narrative shows anew the epic danger and singular bravery it took for Man to leave Earth for the first time — and to arrive at a new world.

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Władysław Szpilman

The Pianist

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Recommendation: The Pianist is a poignant reminder of the atrocities that occurred during the Holocaust. Through Szpilman's firsthand account, readers are taken on a gripping journey of survival and resilience in the face of unimaginable horrors. The book's power lies in its simplicity and rawness, with Szpilman's understated writing style allowing the events to speak for themselves. Highly recommended for anyone interested in history or personal memoirs.

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Antonia Fraser

Love And Louis XIV - The Women In The Life Of The Sun King

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This book would be a great read for history enthusiasts who are particularly interested in Louis XIV, but want a different take on the subject matter. Fraser does an incredible job of shining a light on the world of politics and power through Louis XIV's personal relationships. The book is notable for its depth, detail, and incredible research.

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Ben Macintyre

Agent Zigzag - The True Wartime Story Of Eddie Chapman: The Most Notorious Double Agent Of World War II (Reissued)

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Agent Zigzag is an incredible true story of Eddie Chapman, the infamous double-agent, and his numerous adventures during World War II. With twists and turns at every corner, readers will be hooked by his daring missions and unexpected loyalty. Chapman's captivating story of espionage and treachery will appeal to anyone interested in history or thrilling tales of adventure.

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Mineko Iwasaki, Rande Brown

Geisha of Gion : The True Story of Japan's Foremost Geisha

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This book is a captivating and poignant memoir that offers a rare glimpse into the exotic and mysterious world of geishas. Mineko Iwasaki, Japan's foremost geisha, recounts her journey from a young girl with black hair and black eyes to becoming the best geisha in Gion. The book explores the grueling demands and bitter rivalries she faced, ultimately leading to her decision to leave the profession. This is an eloquent and innovative memoir that sheds light on the centuries-old tradition of geishas, making it a must-read for anyone fascinated by their captivating and secretive world.

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Sunil Khilnani

Incarnations : India in 50 Lives

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This book is recommended for anyone interested in knowing about India's rich past and continuous evolution. Incarnations takes the reader on a journey through time and space, exploring the lives of 50 individuals who played pivotal roles in shaping India's society, culture, and politics. Khilnani's detailed and insightful portraits, coupled with stunning illustrations, provide a unique perspective on India's history, making this book a must-read for anyone seeking to understand this complex and fascinating country.

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Alison Weir

Queens Of The Conquest

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Queens Of The Conquest gives readers an insight into the remarkable lives of five Medieval queens in England. Alison Weir's thorough research and engaging storytelling bring the history of the Norman period to life, providing readers with fresh perspectives. If you're interested in history or enjoy reading about women's lives, Queens Of The Conquest is a must-read.

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Kenan Trebincevic, Susan Shapiro

The Bosnia List : A Memoir of War, Exile, and Return

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A young survivor of the Bosnian War returns to his homeland to confront the people who betrayed his familyAt age eleven, Kenan Trebincevic was a happy, karate-loving kid living with his family in the quiet Eastern European town of Brcko. Then, in the spring of 1992, war broke out and his friends, neighbors and teammates all turned on him. Pero - Kenan's beloved karate coach - showed up at his door with an AK-47 - screaming: You have one hour to leave or be killed! Kenan's only crime: he was Muslim. This poignant, searing memoir chronicles Kenan's miraculous escape from the brutal ethnic cleansing campaign that swept the former Yugoslavia. After two decades in the United States, Kenan honors his father's wish to visit their homeland, making a list of what he wants to do there. Kenan decides to confront the former next door neighbor who stole from his mother, see the concentration camp where his Dad and brother were imprisoned, and stand on the grave of his first betrayer to make sure he's really dead. Back in the land of his birth, Kenan finds something more powerful--and shocking--than revenge.

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Paul Brickhill

The Great Escape

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Recommended for history buffs interested in WWII. The book gives a detailed account of the ingenious planning and execution of the escape plan. It also sheds light on the experiences of PoWs during the war. The most unique feature of the book is the intricate details of the various skills utilized by the prisoners for the successful execution of their escape.

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Benjamin Franklin, Peter Conn

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin : Penn Reading Project Edition

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Printer and publisher, author and educator, scientist and inventor, statesman and philanthropist, Benjamin Franklin was the very embodiment of the American type of self-made man. In 1771, at the age of 65, he sat down to write his autobiography, "having emerged from the poverty and obscurity in which I was born and bred to a state of affluence and some degree of reputation in the world, and having gone so far through life with a considerable share of felicity." The result is a classic of American literature.On the eve of the tercentenary of Franklin's birth, the university he founded has selected the Autobiography for the Penn Reading Project. Each year, for the past fifteen years, the University of Pennsylvania has chosen a single work that the entire incoming class, and a large segment of the faculty and staff, read and discuss together. For this occasion the University of Pennsylvania Press will publish a special edition of Franklin's Autobiography , including a new preface by University president Amy Gutmann and an introduction by distinguished scholar Peter Conn. The volume will also include four short essays by noted Penn professors as well as a chronology of Franklin's life and the text of Franklin's Proposals Relating to the Education of Youth in Pennsylvania , a document resulting in the establishment of an institution of higher education that ultimately became the University of Pennsylvania.No area of human endeavor escaped Franklin's keen attentions. His ideas and values, as Amy Gutmann notes in her remarks, have shaped the modern University of Pennsylvania profoundly, "more profoundly than have the founders of any other major university of college in the United States." Franklin believed that he had been born too soon. Readers will recognize that his spirit lives on at Penn today.Essay Richard R. Beeman, Paul Guyer, Michael Weisberg, and Michael Zuckerman.

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Bill Bryson

One Summer : America 1927

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UK/European English Version. Clean cover, no frayed edges or creased spine. No writing or highlighting, No creased pages. Pages firmly attached to spine.

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