Historiske og politiske biografier

The Life of Edward Marsh encompasses the extraordinary events and notable people of the early twentieth century; it is a cornucopia of well-known politicians, writers, poets, painters and actors whose lives were touched by this remarkable man.

A unique portrait of one of the great British statesmen of the twentieth century.

'A concise and distinguished book' Andrew Roberts.

Based upon true events, Blood In Your Boots: Navy SEAL Stories from the Silver Strand (1957-1967) tells the story of young Lieutenant Commander John M. "Maxie" Stephenson Jr., USNR. Maxie served as a member of Underwater Demolition Team Twelve and Navy SEAL Team One from 1957 to 1967. Maxie and his teammates' lives as Frogmen and Navy SEALs were a foil of grit, antics and humor, parties, exploits, and even an escape from a Mexican jail under gunfire.Readers will meet many colorful characters from a little-known period of US Naval history. With their legendary training and history of successful operations, the Navy SEALs have become modern-day American heroes. However, little is known publicly about the early days of the Navy SEAL teams. When were the teams formed? Who were some of the original Navy SEALS? How did they become the formidable fighting unit they are today? This book tells that story.

This LULU Original hardcover book is of interest to anyone that follows the life of Thomas Jefferson, our third president and most controversial of all our founding fathers. Mr. Jefferson had many grandchildren and his favorite was Thomas Jefferson Randolph (born in 1794), and in a very well researched book with original letters and documents is now available for the first time.

Valor is the magnificent story of a genuine American hero who survived the fall of the Philippines and brutal captivity under the Japanese, from New York Times bestselling author Dan Hampton.Lieutenant William Frederick "Bill" Harris was 25 years old when captured by Japanese forces during the Battle of Corregidor in May 1942. This son of a decorated Marine general escaped from hell on earth by swimming eight hours through a shark-infested bay; but his harrowing ordeal had just begun.Shipwrecked on the southern coast of the Philippines, he was sheltered by a Filipino aristocrat, engaged in guerilla fighting, and eventually set off through hostile waters to China. After 29 days of misadventures and violent storms, Harris and his crew limped into a friendly fishing village in the southern Philippines. Evading and fighting for months, he embarked on another agonizing voyage to Australia, but was betrayed by treacherous islanders and handed over to the Japanese. Held for two years in the notorious Ofuna prisoner-of-war camp outside Yokohama, Harris was continuously starved, tortured, and beaten, but he never surrendered. Teaching himself Japanese, he eavesdropped on the guards and created secret codes to communicate with fellow prisoners. After liberation on August 30, 1945, Bill represented American Marine POWs during the Japanese surrender in Tokyo Bay before joining his father and flying to a home he had not seen in four years.Valor is a riveting new look at the Pacific War. Through military documents, personal photos, and an unpublished memoir provided by his daughter, Harris' experiences are dramatically revealed through his own words in the expert hands of bestselling author and retired fighter pilot Dan Hampton. This is the stunning and captivating true story of an American hero.

Through the battles they fought, the cases they argued, the novels they wrote, and the lives they touched, these nine Irish men and women not only became American but helped make our nation what it is today.

This fascinating and richly detailed new biography of Hitler reinterprets the known facts about the Nazi Fuehrer to construct a convincing, realistic portrait of the man. In place of the hollow shell others have made into an icon of evil, the author sees a complex, nuanced personality. Without in any way glorifying its subject, this unique revision of the historical Hitler brings us closer to understanding a pivotal personality of the twentieth century.

Colonel Hunter's account of Old West life takes us through the California Gold Rush and a variety of rip-roaring incidents across the United States' western frontier.Full of beans and bristling with wit, Hunter introduces himself as an eager young apprentice. He accompanied his father, who aspired to strike it rich in the Gold Rush. Although riches eluded the pair, adventure did not: Hunter describes everyday life sifting for nuggets and dust in the rivers, and the towns which sprang up around such endeavors. Snippets of conversation, popular verses, and a variety of dramatic happenings enliven the tales, bringing color and life to scenes which unfolded long ago.Later on, we witness how Hunter became an accomplished enforcer and scout who assisted pioneering settlers hoping to establish themselves in the Pacific Northwest. At the time, hostile outlaws and Native American tribes still roamed these northerly lands, and several dangerous combats are related herein. Yet the harsh wilderness and inclement weather posed their own challenges; often, Hunter and his crew were encamped far from civilization, and had to be resourceful to succeed.In addition to the text, this book contains sixteen hand-drawn illustrations.

The Recollections of Rifleman Harris constitute one of the few sources which depict the Napoleonic Wars from the viewpoint of an infantry soldier.Benjamin Harris was born in Portsmouth, England around 1781. He saw his first military action at the Battle of Copenhagen in 1807. Victorious, he and his regiment sailed back to English soil upon captured Danish vessels, and spent time recuperating. The following year, Harris and his comrades in arms were sent to Portugal - there they met stiff resistance in a series of battles, taking losses at Roliça and Vimiero. Their expedition was finally trapped in northern Spain with the remaining army of John Moore, their state dire, depleted yet determined.Harris eventually managed to depart from Vigo in Galicia, his constitution severely impacted by harsh conditions. Nevertheless, in summer of 1809 he was again ready for a new expedition: the Walcheren Campaign on the Dutch coast. Conceived as a means of opening a new front in the ongoing War of the Fifth Coalition, this mission proved ill-fated: though the troops swiftly seized the Walcheren marshlands, feverish sickness rapidly spread through the ranks, killing thousands.Transcribed from Harris' dictation in the 1830s and published in 1848, this work remains a classic wartime memoir.

"Sicilia da ricordare vademecum storico" è un libro che documenta, in ordine cronologico, i popoli che si sono insediati nell'isola, le prime colonie e le città greche fondate, le varie civiltà che si sono avvicendate per la conquista di una terra ricca e ambita per la sua posizione geografica, fino alla lotta per l'indipendenza e per l'autonomia ottenuta il 15 maggio 1946.

This illustrated biography of Ulysses S. Grant is designed for younger readers curious to learn about one of the United States' finest generals, who went on to be elected President of the nation.Written in a hyphenated style which emphasizes the individual syllables of words, this memoir aims to summarize the origins, rise and military achievements of U.S. Grant. We are told of how Grant behaved as a youngster born in a modest household, how his talents for soldierly duties developed, and how his victories in the U.S. Civil War made him celebrated as one of the country's greatest heroes. His famous meeting with Confederate General Robert E. Lee at the Appomattox Courthouse, where Lee surrendered his army, is also related.More than 80 vivid sketches accompany this text, and together these help the reader picture the times in which Grant lived. They illustrate his finest moments of heroism, together with the battlegrounds and places in which he honed and proved his talents. Readers will witness how army life and the technology of the time were very different from today. Yet the noblest of human virtues - many expressed by Ulysses S. Grant - remain constant through history.

This historical biography of John Alden, one of the pilgrims who founded Plymouth Colony, was commissioned by his descendant Augustus Alden.We commence with a summary of the period in which John was born; Elizabethan England and its politics are pertinent to how the subject's life ensued. Discontent with religious persecutions they saw as untenable, Alden and the other emigrants to North America planned their voyage to New England. They obtained a ship named the Mayflower for passage, and successfully founded the famous settlement at Plymouth despite shortages of food and adverse conditions. John's role aboard ship was that of cooper; maintaining the barrels which held supplies vital to the passengers' lives.John Alden's life in Plymouth Colony was defined by diligence and active service. He held roles such as treasurer, served on the Council of War amid conflicts with the local Native American tribes, and also oversaw aspects of trade. Stalwart and responsible in each of his assigned roles, Alden was reelected to the Governor's Council for a consecutive forty-seven years between 1640 and 1686. Living a long and successful life, Alden sired many children and perished aged around eighty-nine; at death, he was the last surviving signer of the original Mayflower Compact.

In questo affascinante viaggio storico, ti invito a immergerti nelle vite e nell'eredità dei 50 Personaggi Storici che hanno Trasformato il Mondo. Preparati ad essere affascinato, ispirato e meravigliato dalle figure più influenti di tutti i tempi. Dai visionari rivoluzionari ai leader instancabili, dalle brillanti menti scientifiche agli artisti innovativi, questa collezione ti condurrà attraverso i secoli e i continenti, svelando le affascinanti storie di coloro che hanno sfidato le convenzioni e lasciato un'impronta indelebile nella storia dell'umanità. Esplorando le loro vite, scoprirai le passioni e i sacrifici che li hanno spinti avanti, superando avversità apparentemente insormontabili nella loro ricerca di un mondo migliore.I loro successi trascendono il tempo e le culture, abbracciando campi così diversi come la scienza, l'arte, la politica, la filosofia e molto altro. Ogni pagina ti farà testimone di come questi uomini e donne straordinari abbiano sfidato le norme stabilite, affrontato le avversità e scatenato una cascata di trasformazioni nei loro rispettivi campi. Il loro lascito ci ispira tutti a guardare oltre il possibile, perseguire i nostri sogni con passione e lottare per un mondo più giusto ed equo.

In this captivating historical journey, I invite you to immerse yourself in the lives and legacies of the 50 Historical Figures Who Transformed the World. Get ready to be captivated, inspired, and amazed by the most influential figures of all time. From revolutionary visionaries to tireless leaders, brilliant scientific minds to innovative artists, this collection will take you across centuries and continents, revealing the fascinating stories of those who defied conventions and left an indelible mark on the history of humanity. As you explore their lives, you will discover the passions and sacrifices that propelled them forward, overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles in their quest for a better world.Their achievements transcend time and cultures, encompassing diverse fields such as science, art, politics, philosophy, and much more. Throughout each page, you will witness how these extraordinary men and women challenged established norms, faced adversity, and unleashed a cascade of transformation in their respective fields. Their legacy inspires us all to look beyond what is possible, to pursue our dreams with passion, and to strive for a fairer and more equitable world.

" Ce livre était principalement destiné à des lecteurs anglais et améri- cains. L'auteur a insisté sur les points qui, à son avis, intéressent un tel public. Il peut donc être utile, au début d'une traduction française, d'indi- quer nettement et brièvement quelques aspects de la situation, qui touchent particulièrement la France.Les chapitres qui suivent tendent à montrer entre autres choses que les délégués à la Conférence de Paris commirent deux graves erreurs à l'encontre de l'intérêt des alliés. En demandant l'impossible, ils abandonnèrent la proie pour l'ombre et perdront par la suite tout ce qu'ils croiront avoir obtenu. En concentrant leur attention sur des sujets poli- tiques, ils négligèrent l'unité économique de l'Europe, et la sécurité qu'ils crurent obtenir n'est qu'illusoire, - illusoire, parce qu'elle ne peut pas résulter de l'occupation de plus vastes frontières et parce que les artifices politiques actuels ne conviendront plus aux problèmes des années prochaines."

" Il est une vaste contrée, grasse, souriante, abondante en richesses de toute sorte, en grains comme en troupeaux, assise au bord de la Sarayoû et nommée Kauçala. Là, était une ville, célèbre dans tout l¿univers et fondée jadis par Manou, le chef du genre humain. Elle avait nom Ayaudhyâ. Heureuse et belle cité, large de trois yaudjanas, elle étendait sur douze yaudjanas de longueur son enceinte resplendissante de constructions nouvelles. Munie de portes à des intervalles bien distribués, elle était percée de grandes rues, largement développées, entre lesquelles brillait aux yeux la rue Royale, où des arrosements d¿eau abattaient le vol de la poussière. De nombreux marchands fréquentaient ses bazars, et de nombreux joyaux paraient ses boutiques. Imprenable, de grandes mai- sons en couvraient le sol, embelli par des bocages et des jardins publics. Des fossés profonds, impossibles à franchir, l¿environnaient ; ses arsenaux étaient pleins d¿armes variées ; et des arcades ornementées couronnaient ses portes, où veillaient continuellement des archers."

Eugène Onéguine , regardé comme le chef-d¿¿uvre de Pouchkine, n¿avait pas encore été traduit en notre langue. Il n¿est pas écrit dans le goût du jour : on n¿y trouve ni banqueroute, ni suicide, ni prostituées, ni adultères, mais une galerie de tableaux pris çà et là dans l¿existence russe et servant de fond à une action très simple. Du reste, ce petit poème ou ce petit roman, comme on voudra, ne manque ni d¿originalité, ni de verve satirique, ni de douce poésie, sans parler des faits et gestes d¿Oné- guine « le mauvais sujet. »Je n¿ajoute plus un mot, et je confie à ceux qui savent encore goûter les choses simples et vraies le soin de statuer sur le sort d¿Onéguine.

Nesta cativante viagem histórica, convido-te a mergulhar nas vidas e legados dos 50 Personagens Históricos que Transformaram o Mundo. Prepara-te para ser cativado, inspirado e maravilhado pelas figuras mais influentes de todos os tempos.Desde visionários revolucionários a líderes incansáveis, de brilhantes mentes científicas a artistas inovadores, esta coleção levar-te-á através dos séculos e continentes, revelando as histórias fascinantes daqueles que desafiaram convenções e deixaram uma marca indelével na história da humanidade. À medida que explorares as suas vidas, descobrirás as paixões e os sacrifícios que os impulsionaram para a frente, superando adversidades aparentemente insuperáveis na busca de um mundo melhor.As suas conquistas transcendem o tempo e as culturas, abrangendo campos tão diversos como ciência, arte, política, filosofia e muito mais.Ao longo de cada página, serás testemunha de como estes homens e mulheres extraordinários desafiaram as normas estabelecidas, enfrentaram adversidades e desencadearam uma cascata de transformação nos seus respetivos campos. O seu legado inspira-nos a todos a olhar para além do possível, a perseguir os nossos sonhos com paixão e a lutar por um mundo mais justo e equitativo.

En este cautivador viaje histórico, te invito a sumergirte en las vidas y legados de los 50 Personajes Históricos que Transformaron el Mundo. Prepárate para ser cautivado, inspirado y maravillado por las figuras más influyentes de todos los tiempos. Desde visionarios revolucionarios hasta líderes incansables, desde mentes científicas brillantes hasta artistas innovadores, esta colección te llevará a través de los siglos y continentes, revelando las historias fascinantes de aquellos que desafiaron las convenciones y dejaron una huella indeleble en la historia de la humanidad. A medida que explores sus vidas, descubrirás las pasiones y los sacrificios que los impulsaron hacia adelante, superando adversidades aparentemente insuperables en su búsqueda de un mundo mejor.Sus logros trascienden el tiempo y las culturas, abarcando campos tan diversos como la ciencia, el arte, la política, la filosofía y mucho más.A lo largo de cada página, serás testigo de cómo estos hombres y mujeres extraordinarios desafiaron las normas establecidas, enfrentaron las adversidades y desencadenaron una cascada de transformación en sus respectivos campos. Su legado nos inspira a todos a mirar más allá de lo posible, a perseguir nuestros sueños con pasión y a luchar por un mundo más justo y equitativo.

Dans ce voyage captivant à travers l'histoire, je t'invite à plonger dans la vie et l'héritage des 50 Personnalités Historiques qui ont Transformé le Monde. Prépare-toi à être captivé, inspiré et impressionné par les figures les plus influentes de tous les temps. Des visionnaires révolutionnaires aux leaders infatigables, des esprits scientifiques brillants aux artistes novateurs, cette collection te transportera à travers les siècles et les continents, révélant les histoires fascinantes de ceux qui ont défié les conventions et laissé une empreinte indélébile dans l'histoire de l'humanité. En explorant leur vie, tu découvriras les passions et les sacrifices qui les ont poussés à avancer, surmontant des obstacles apparemment insurmontables dans leur quête d'un monde meilleur.Leurs réalisations transcendent les époques et les cultures, couvrant des domaines aussi divers que la science, l'art, la politique, la philosophie et bien d'autres encore. Au fil des pages, tu découvriras comment ces hommes et ces femmes extraordinaires ont remis en question les normes établies, affronté l'adversité et déclenché une cascade de transformations dans leurs domaines respectifs. Leur héritage nous inspire tous à regarder au-delà du possible, à poursuivre nos rêves avec passion et à lutter pour un monde plus juste et équitable.

Destroyer Squadron 23, first published in 1959, is the epic account of Commodore Arleigh Burke and the men and ships under his command in the South Pacific in World War II. Burke's leadership skills and innovative tactics, described in detail in the book, proved crucial to the U.S. defeat of the Japanese navy in the Pacific. This Uncommon Valor Reprint Edition is fully indexed and includes 10 pages of maps.