Selvbiografier

A memoir

From one of our leading biographers and critics comes an exhilarating, landmark new look at Muriel Spark.

Uncovering the fascinating and moving story of a famously unconventional family.

In this detailed biography, Rüdiger Görner masterfully depicts Kokoschka's multifaceted life and long career.

Generals Auchinleck, Slim and Savory and their role in the campaigns in Northeast India and Burma (Myanmar) have been largely forgotten in the historiography of the Second World War. Prime Minister Winston Churchill sacked General Claude Auchinleck as Commander-in-Chief (C-in-C) in the Mediterranean and Middle East theatre after the First Battle of Alamein. However, Auchinleck became C-in-C India for the remainder of the Second World War. In this role, he was essential in making sure the Indian Army was geared towards jungle warfare, but also improved the lot of both Indian officers and men not least by improving pay and conditions.General William Slim is perhaps better known as the successful commander of the 14th Army who also wrote one of the best books on the war: Defeat into Victory, an apt description of the campaign in Burma. He was a popular commander and referred to as General 'Bill' Slim by the British and Indian soldiers who served under him. Auchinleck and Slim both became Field Marshals after the war. Major General Reginald Savory played an essential role as the Director of Infantry from 1943 until the end of the war. He made sure that all infantry battalions and training establishments across India were trained for jungle warfare. His was a forgotten role that until now has not been documented. He retired as a Lieutenant General having been Adjutant General until the Independence of India and Pakistan in 1947.The appointments of Auchinleck, Slim and Savory in 1943 were an important factor in the eventual defeat of the Imperial Japanese Army in Burma. It helped that the key figures in Indian military affairs were, for the first time in the war, all drawn from the Indian Army and thus understood the traditions and ways of the Indian Army.

P!nk's journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. Discover the career of Alecia Moore that has captivated millions around the world. This biography chronicles her meteoric rise to fame, from her early struggles to her fearless live performances. A celebration of P!nk's remarkable career and her lasting impact on the music industry.

Kate Bush has been an innovator throughout her career. Her music has always been ethereal and her endearing image has often been regarded as one of mystique. The creativity and the conviction with which she has made her music continue to be an inspiration. This visual biography is packed with photos- many of which haven't been published before.

Born to Play Loud is the first biography of Irish guitarist Vivian Campbell. Campbell's full career is chronicled, from his first semi-professional band, Sweet Savage, through to Dio, Whitesnake and of course Def Leppard. Campbell's work with Shadow King, Riverdogs and Last In Line is also covered.