Автор: Gilmour, David Название: Curzon ISBN: 0141990864 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780141990866 Издательство: Random House - Penguin Рейтинг: Цена: 16710.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: 'A fast-moving, entertaining and finely written story' Simon Schama'Masterly ... a remarkable portrait of a brilliant complex and tragic genius' William Dalrymple, Los Angeles TimesGeorge Nathaniel Curzon's controversial life in public service stretched from the high noon of the British Empire to the traumatized years following the First World War. As Viceroy of India under Queen Victoria and Foreign Secretary under George V, the obsessive Lord Curzon left his unmistakable mark on the era.
David Gilmour's lucid and elegant biography is a brilliant assessment of Curzon's character and achievements, offering a rich and dramatic account of the infamous vendettas, the turbulent friendships, and the passionate, reckless love affairs that complicated and enriched his life. 'A magnificent work ... entirely convincing in its evocation of Curzon's extraordinary character ...
It is, in short, the definitive life' David Cannadine, Observer'Exemplary biography ... meticulously researched and elegantly written' C.A.Bayly, The Times Literary Supplement'A superb new biography ... a tragic story, brilliantly told' Andrew Roberts, Literary Review'An absorbing, witty and intelligent biography ...
David Gilmour's mix of erudition, hard analysis and quizzical amusement will give this volume a unique place on the ever more crowded shelves of political biography' Ben Pimlott, Independent on Sunday
Автор: Curzon, Derek Название: Family sailaway ISBN: 191142551X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781911425519 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 11030.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: "If you want a feel-good factor read, set in an exotic setting, to raise a smile - this book is for you."
Автор: Curzon Catherine Название: Scandal of George III`s Court ISBN: 1526751631 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781526751638 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 13720.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: A romp through some shocking royal scandals from the court of George III.
Автор: Curzon, Catherine Название: Sophia: mother of kings ISBN: 1526755343 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781526755346 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 21110.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: Sophia of Hanover became the mother of one of the most glittering dynasties the world has ever known. From the House of Stuart to the House of Hanover, this is the story of her remarkable life.
Автор: Curzon, Derek Название: Surprise sailaway ISBN: 1910819220 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781910819227 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 17240.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Curzon Susan Carol Название: What Every Library Director Should Know ISBN: 081089310X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780810893108 Издательство: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 137990.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: What Every Library Director Should Know is the insider`s view of vital actions, behaviors and strategies to succeed in every type of library. The content is based both on the author`s direct experience after a long career in several types of libraries but also on the direct ob...
