The Churchill Myths (Fielding Steven)(Pevná vazba)

The Churchill Myths (Fielding Steven)(Pevná vazba)

This is not a book about Winston Churchill. It is not principally about his politics, nor his rhetorical imagination, nor even about the man himself. Instead, it addresses the varied afterlives of the man and the persistent, deeply located compulsion to bring him back from the dead, capturing and

Fenella Fielding: Do You Mind If I Smoke? (Fielding Fenella)(Pevná vazba)

Myths & Legends(Pevná vazba)

Creation myths, quests, the eternal battle between good and evil, these are some of the classic tales that feed the ravenous beast of modern culture. For many the classical traditions of the Greeks and the Romans occupy the imagination but the ancient world was a lively and fertile source of

Wayward Daughter: Sarah Churchill and Her World (Brooke Miranda)(Pevná vazba)

Sarah had the Churchill Factor. Guts. Determination. The same willingness to go against the grain shown by her father, arguably Britain's greatest wartime prime minister. An intelligent woman who enjoyed a career in show business and a rebellious personal life before supporting the Second World War

The Woman Who Censored Churchill (Ive Ruth)(Pevná vazba)

During the Second World War, the only way Winston Churchill and his American counterpart Franklin D. Roosevelt could communicate was via a top secret transatlantic telephone link. All other Atlantic telephone cables had been disconnected to prevent the Germans intercepting information. Ruth Ive,

Churchill & Son (Ireland Josh)(Pevná vazba)

A moving and revealing new portrait of Winston Churchill through the most important relationship in his life - that with his son,

The Wicked Wit of Winston Churchill (Enright Dominique)(Pevná vazba)

Sir Winston Churchill remains a British hero, lauded for his oratorical skill. Hewrote histories, biographies, memoirs, and even a novel, while his journalism, speeches and broadcasts run to millions of words. Perfect for fans of the film Darkest Hour. From 1940 he inspired and united the British

Mermaids: The Myths, Legends, & Lore (Alexander Skye)(Pevná vazba)

Discover the myths, legends, and lore behind everyone's favorite sea creature--mermaids. The allure and mystery of mermaids has taken hold of our psyche for ages. From the Irish merrows who come on land to search for human husbands to the fake Fiji Mermaid made popular by P.T Barnum, these sea

Churchill: Military Genius or Menace? (Napier Stephen)(Pevná vazba)

Churchill has gone down in history as one of the greatest leaders the world has ever known. From the day the Second World War was declared he stood out as the only man wanting to take offensive action. But is this accolade deserved?The first few years of the war were nothing short of disastrous,

Winston Churchill: A Life in the News (Toye Richard)(Pevná vazba)

Before Winston Churchill made history, he made news. To a great extent, the news made him too. If it was his own efforts that made him a hero, it was the media that made him a celebrity - and it has been considerably responsible for perpetuating his memory and shaping his reputation in the years

Churchill: An Extraordinary Life (Gristwood Sarah)(Pevná vazba)

Winston Churchill is one of the best-known and most revered figures of our time, the man who led Britain through its 'darkest hour'. The last year alone has seen two feature films of his life. Many books have been published about his life and work, but very few have looked at his life through the

Greek Myths for Young Children (Milbourne Anna)(Pevná vazba)

This collection of the best-known of the Greek myths has been carefully written to appeal to young children who will find these stories of gods, mortals and monsters irresistible. Beautiful illustrations by Linda Edwards bring the myths to life for children of all

Norse Myths (Ralphs Matt)(Pevná vazba)

Greek Myths - Meet the heroes, gods, and monsters of ancient Greece (DK)(Pevná vazba)

Winston Churchill Reporting: Adventures of a Young War Correspondent (Read Simon)(Pevná vazba)

Long before his finest hour as Britain's wartime leader, Winston Churchill emerged on the world stage as a brazen foreign correspondent, covering wars of empire in Cuba, India, the Sudan, and South Africa. In those far-flung corners of the world, reporting from the front lines between 1895 and

Illustrated Norse Myths (Frith Alex)(Pevná vazba)

A brand-new collection of Viking myths that tell the story of the Norse gods from creation to the story of how the world will end, including Odin's quest for wisdom, the battles of Thor the thunder god, and the tale of Sigurd the Dragonslayer and the curs. Beautifully bound with head and tail bands

Orchard Book of First Greek Myths (Pirotta Saviour)(Pevná vazba)

The perfect introduction to Greek myths, illustrated with bright pictures by Jan Lewis. Here are ten of the best loved Greek legends retold with warmth and humour to make them easily accessible to young children. Ages

Moon: An Illustrated History: From Ancient Myths to the Colonies of Tomorrow (Warmflash David)(Pevná vazba)

Illustrated Stories from the Greek Myths (Sims Lesley)(Pevná vazba)

A fantastic compendium, this wonderful collection of Greek myths taken from 'Usborne Young Reading' titles is a thrilling and informative read. Featuring the best-known of all the Greek heroes and monsters, with six stories starring Perseus and Medusa, Pegasus, Heracles, Odysseus, the Wooden Horse

Churchill's Cookbook (Landemare Georgina)(Pevná vazba)

'It is well to remember that the stomach governs the world.'--Winston Churchill 'Mrs. Landemare's food is distinguished. She is an inspired intuitive cook.'--Clementine Churchill Churchill's Cookbook provides fascinating insight into what the legendary prime minister ate during World War II,

Biographic Churchill (Wiles Richard)(Pevná vazba)

Many people know that Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) was a British statesman and prime minister, a speechmaker who led his country through World War II. What, perhaps, they don't know is that he came under enemy fire over 50 times; that he took 36 bottles of wine, 18 of scotch and 6 of brandy to

Rooms: Steven Volpe (Volpe Steven)(Pevná vazba)

The first book on the work of Steven Volpe, a designer acclaimed for his grand-scale, bespoke interiors and his impeccable craftsmanship that blurs the line between art and furnishings. Steven Volpe combines a minimalist approach with a classical sensibility and a connoisseur's appreciation for

Churchill Girls - The Story of Winston's Daughters (Trethewey Rachel)(Pevná vazba)

The fascinating untold stories of three women from England's most famous

Marvel Myths and Legends - The epic origins of Thor, the Eternals, Black Panther, and the Marvel Universe (Hill James)(Pevná vazba)

Explore the fabled myths and epic legends of the vast and vibrant Marvel Universe.Visit the dawn of time to witness the birth of the Celestials and their warring creations, the Eternals and Deviants. Discover the pantheons of Thor, the Asgardians, and their Olympian rivals. Wonder at the arcane