D'autres livres qui pourraient vous intéresser

• 

  The Hours of Richard III

  Anne F. Sutton, Livia Visser-Fuchs

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  As a person's religious convictions, especially in times past, can be considered fundamental to their character and behaviour, the nature of King Richard III's piety has been the subject of considerable debate. Much of this controversy has focused on the Book of Hours adopted by the king for his own private use following his coronation, and to which certain prayers, including that known as the 'Prayer of Richard III', were added.
  In The Hours of Richard III Ricardian experts Anne F. Sutton and Livia Visser-Fuchs explore the manuscript and the prayer's text. The manuscript (now preserved in Lambeth Palace Library) was originally produced in London around 1420 and the text shows the preoccupations of a devout man of the fifteenth century, while its decoration showcases the development of London manuscript illumination during that period. Moreover, in this analysis of the manuscript, the authors offer an insight into the personality of Richard III, one of the most controversial figures in medieval history.

  Voir livre

• 

  Downfall - Andrew Epstein and...

  Nigel Cawthorne

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  'Excruciating.' Sunday Times
  On 19 February 2026, the British monarchy was rocked to its core by the arrest of Andrew - Charles III's brother who once was 2nd in line to the throne - on his 66th birthday. He was released without charges, but all of a sudden Andrew (no longer a prince but plain Mountbatten-Windsor) had put the monarchy and its extensive privileges on trial. Downfall unravels his dramatic entanglement with Jeffrey Epstein and how it exposed palace privilege as being synonymous with hypocrisy. Drawing on FBI files, leaked emails, and Andrew's "Siberian" exile, it reveals what Andrew's disgrace means for the monarchy as a result of its co-responsibility. What price will the monarchy pay?

  Voir livre

• 

  From Where I Sit - Anything and...

  Zully JF Alvarado

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  What if the very place life placed you…
was the exact place from which you were meant to see the world differently? 
  Born in a small village in Ecuador and brought to the United States as a child for life-changing medical care, Zully JF Alvarado grew up navigating two cultures, physical challenges, and a future that many assumed would be limited. 
  But Zully never accepted that story. 
  From designing award-winning footwear for people with hard-to-fit feet, to leading international humanitarian missions, to mentoring others in building independent lives through entrepreneurship and technology, her life became proof of a simple truth: 
  Possibility does not come from perfect circumstances.
It comes from perspective. 
  In From Where I Sit: Anything and Everything Is Possible, Zully shares the experiences, lessons, and quiet moments that shaped her understanding of resilience, purpose, and courage. 
  Through personal stories and reflections, readers will discover: 
  • How perspective can transform obstacles into opportunities 
  • Why the way we see ourselves shapes what we believe is possible 
  • How adversity can become a powerful teacher 
  • Why independence begins with a decision to think differently 
  This book is an invitation. 
  An invitation to pause.
To reconsider the limits you have accepted.
And to see your life through a new lens. 
  Because sometimes the greatest change begins with a simple shift in perspective. 
  From where you sit… what becomes possible?

  Voir livre

• 

  Charles de Gaulle - A Life from...

  Hourly History

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Charles de Gaulle stands among the greatest statesmen in history. Even after the official French government collapsed under the weight of Nazi Germany, de Gaulle refused to accept defeat. He and his followers were pushed into exile, but still they fought on, never losing sight of an eventual victory over their oppressors.
   
  This book delves into Charles de Gaulle’s extraordinary journey—from leading the Free French forces during World War II to playing a key role in the rebuilding of postwar France. It also follows his tenure as president, where he shaped the nation’s modern identity. He lived his life for France, and his own personal history is very much intertwined with the history of his nation. This book explores them both.

  Voir livre

• 

  Think And Grow Rich

  Napoleon Hill

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Think and Grow Rich is a groundbreaking personal development classic that explores the mindset and habits required to achieve success and financial prosperity. Based on years of research and interviews with some of the most successful individuals of his time, Napoleon Hill outlines powerful principles for turning ideas into reality.The book highlights the importance of desire, persistence, self-discipline, and a clear vision in achieving one's goals. It also emphasizes the role of belief, positive thinking, and the influence of the subconscious mind in shaping success.More than just a guide to wealth, this timeless work teaches readers how to develop a success-oriented mindset, overcome obstacles, and unlock their full potential in both personal and professional life.

  Voir livre

• 

  Designing in the Dark - A Memoir...

  George Sully

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Award-winning designer George Sully takes readers behind the polished façade of the fashion world to reveal a story of persistence, purpose, and creative revolution.
  		 
  From his beginnings in public housing in Ottawa to building acclaimed brands like Sully & Son Co., House of Hayla, and Black Designers of Canada, George Sully’s journey defies the odds and the gatekeepers of an industry slow to embrace diversity.
  		 
  Through unflinching honesty and hard-won insight, Sully reflects on his triumphs and setbacks, navigating systemic exclusion, building his own platforms, and reimagining what it means to succeed on one’s own terms. His story extends beyond fashion to entrepreneurship, identity, and the quiet courage it takes to keep building when no one is watching.
  		 
  From creating the iconic Starfleet Boot for Star Trek: Discovery to mentoring the next generation of designers, Sully has left an indelible mark on Canadian culture. But Designing in the Dark is not just a memoir of success, it is a blueprint for creative survival and self-determination.
  		 
  Poignant, inspiring, and deeply human, Sully’s narrative illuminates the tension between legacy and reinvention, urging readers to rise above the darkness and design a life that endures beyond it.

  Voir livre