Download or read book Elizabeth written by Gyles Brandreth and published by Random House. This book was released on 2022-12-08 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE NO 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER A personal account of the life and character of Britain's longest-reigning monarch, from the writer who knew her family best 'Compelling . . . Fascinating' DAILY MAIL 'The writer who got closest to the human truth about our long-serving senior royals' THE TIMES 'The book overflows with nuggets of insider knowledge' TELEGRAPH Paints a unique picture of the remarkable woman who reigned for seven decades. Fascinating insights' HELLO! __________ Gyles Brandreth first met the Queen in 1968, when he was twenty. Over the next fifty years he met her many times, both at public and at private events. Through his friendship with the Duke of Edinburgh, he was given privileged access to Elizabeth II. He kept a record of all those encounters, and his conversations with the Queen over the years, his meetings with her family and friends, and his observations of her at close quarters are what make this very personal account of her extraordinary life uniquely fascinating. From her childhood in the 1920s to the era of Harry and Meghan in the 2020s, from her war years at Windsor Castle to her death at Balmoral, this is both a record of a tumultuous century of royal history and a truly intimate portrait of a remarkable woman. __________ Praise for Gyles Brandreth's bestselling royal writing: 'Beautifully written book. I have read many other books about Philip but this is the best' DAILY EXPRESS 'Brilliant, totally inspiring . . . It's a joy to read a book that comes from a perspective of fondness' KIRSTIE ALLSOPP, THE TIMES 'As a sparkling celebration of Prince Philip, the book will be hard to beat' TELEGRAPH 'So readable and refreshing even after the millions of words that have been written about Prince Philip in the past couple of weeks' THE TIMES 'Brilliant . . . There is so much in this book you won't find anywhere else' LORRAINE

Download or read book In Stockmen s Footsteps written by Jane Grieve and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2013-03-25 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Peopled by many of the legends of the Australian outback, this is the extraordinary true story of how one ordinary woman grew up to champion Australia's outback heritage. Jane Grieve was born and raised on a farm on the Darling Downs in Queensland. She grew up with the wind in her hair and the rich black Darling Downs soil between her barefoot toes, her vivid imagination captivated by the tales of her Colonial forebears and the romantic notion of Australia's outback. From the outset she was determined that her life was not going to run along conventional lines; and nor did it. While working for architect Bill Durack, brother of legendary Australian identities Mary and Elizabeth Durack, she met R.M. Williams. R.M. exhorted her to work with him, Hugh Sawrey, Mary Durack, Bob Katter Snr, Ranald Chandler, Sir James Walker and other prominent Australians to build a very special monument. This is the previously untold story of the establishment of one of Australia's foremost Bicentennial projects - the Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre - at Longreach in Queensland. Told through the eyes of a person whose role in the inner sanctum was pivotal to its success, it is an extraordinary true story of the legendary identities, selfless determination and sheer hard work involved in the creation of what was intended as a Mecca for all Australians.

Download or read book You Never Know written by W. D. Foster-Graham and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2018-09-28 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Christopher Saga Continues This sequel to “Mark My Words” tells the story of Elijah Edwards, current patriarch of the Edwards branch of the Christopher family and first cousin to Allan Beckley Christopher. Eli bears the legacy of a wealthy, powerful African-American family with generations of old money. He has also inherited a “gift”—one that can bring happiness, joy, pain or tragedy randomly. From his power couple parents, Eli learned the values of family, service, commitment, integrity, work ethics and the responsibility that came with wealth. His is a family that sets standards rather than follows them, and the Edwards family has put their stamp prominently on the community. He knows well the family motto: “You never know what hand in life you’ll be dealt.” Will Eli’s “gift”, however, help him or hurt him when he needs it most? Through his wife of fifty-seven years, his sister, his children, nephews and niece, we will learn of the influence he and his “gift” have had on their lives. The time is 2007; the place, Minneapolis. BOOK ENDORSEMENT: From the profound, prolific pen of W. Foster-Graham—a longtime brother, classmate, bandmate, bass singer and friend—comes a must-read classic gem, You Never Know. The scope, depth, and breadth of his work comes as no surprise to me! I have shared the stage with W. Foster-Graham since elementary school with Twin Cities Talented Youth at Orchestra Hall, with the Minnesota Orchestra. Even at that early age, he exhibited brilliance and exceptional insight. Those qualities are magnificently manifested in the outstanding craftsmanship of You Never Know. W. Foster-Graham takes the reader on an intricate, intimate, and intriguing journey through the individual and interactive life experiences of the Edwards branch of the Christopher family. Their story is told through the focus of patriarch Elijah Edwards and yet, W. Foster-Graham’s uniquely engaging style makes the reader feel as though they are experiencing this amazing journey firsthand! You will be thoroughly fascinated by You Never Know. Do not deprive yourself of this life-changing masterpiece! Gary D. Hines Music Director and Producer 3-Time Grammy Award-Winning Sounds of Blackness

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Download or read book Crowning Glory written by Charles Neilson Gattey and published by Shepheard Walwyn (Publishers) Limited. This book was released on 2022-10-03 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II and our new King Charles III coming to the throne, what better time than now to probe into the merits of the monarchy? Charles Neilson Gattey provides the reader with an insight into the concept of the constitutional monarch, whose role, he states, is to look after the long-term interests of the nation above the changing spectrum of party political strife. "While monarchy is mainly a conservative force, helping to maintain stability, this very fundamental stability", Gattey argues, "enables the country to absorb more radical changes in its political and social structure than would otherwise be possible without the risk of disorder". Whilst 12 countries in Europe still continue to retain their monarchs, the death of Queen Elizabeth II has revived the debate about the future of the British Commonwealth and the transitioning to a republic state, with the removal of King Charles III as head of state. Crowning Glory offers the reader a perspective to this ongoing and highly relevant debate.

Download or read book The Adventures Of Augie March written by Saul Bellow and published by Odyssey Editions. This book was released on 2010-07-21 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The great novel of the American dream, of “the universal eligibility to be noble,” Saul Bellow’s third book charts the picaresque journey of one schemer, chancer, romantic, and holy fool: Augie March. Awarded the National Book Award in 1953, The Adventures of Augie March remains one of the classics of American literature. An impulsively active, irresistibly charming and resolutely free-spirited man, Augie March leaves his family of poor Jewish immigrants behind and sets off in search of reality, fulfillment, and most importantly, love. During his exultant quest, he latches on to a series of dubious schemes – from stealing books and smuggling immigrants to training a temperamental eagle to hunt lizards – and strong-minded women – from the fiery, eagle-owning Thea Fenchel, to the sneaky and alluring Stella. As Augie travels from the depths of poverty to the peaks of worldly success, he stands as an irresistible, poignant incarnation of the American idea of freedom. Written in the cascades of brilliant, biting, ravishing prose that would come to be known as “Bellovian,” The Adventures of Augie March re-wrote the language of Saul Bellow’s generation.

Download or read book The George Riat and Frances Hoferer Family and the Michael Hoferer and 1 Mary Derosier and 2 Barbara Schroepfer Families written by Sylvester C. Ekart and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: George Riat was born on June 21, 1832 in Roppentzwiller, France. His father was Joseph Riat and his mother was Catherine Schmitt. He emigrated in 1854 and settled in Hamilton, Ohio. He married Catherine Frances Hofferer of Ribeauville, Alsace, France on February 4, 1856 in Butler County, Ohio. They later settled in Pot- tawatomie County, Kansas where they raised their family. George died in 1894 and Frances died in 1897. Descendants and relatives lived in Kansas, Missouri, Utah, Colorado, California and elsewhere.

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Download or read book Ester and Ruzya written by Masha Gessen and published by Dial Press. This book was released on 2008-12-30 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this “extraordinary family memoir,”* the National Book Award–winning author of The Future Is History reveals the story of her two grandmothers, who defied Fascism and Communism during a time when tyranny reigned. *The New York Times Book Review In the 1930s, as waves of war and persecution were crashing over Europe, two young Jewish women began separate journeys of survival. Ester Goldberg was a rebel from Bialystok, Poland, where virtually the entire Jewish community would be sent to Hitler’s concentration camps. Ruzya Solodovnik was a Russian-born intellectual who would become a high-level censor under Stalin’s regime. At war’s end, both women found themselves in Moscow. Over the years each woman had to find her way in a country that aimed to make every citizen a cog in the wheel of murder and repression. One became a hero in her children’s and grandchildren’s eyes; the other became a collaborator. With grace, candor, and meticulous research, Masha Gessen, one of the most trenchant observers of Russia and its history today, peels back the layers of time to reveal her grandmothers’ lives—and to show that neither story is quite what it seems. Praise for Masha Gessen “One of the most important activists and journalists Russia has known in a generation.”—David Remnick, The New Yorker “Masha Gessen is humbly erudite, deftly unconventional, and courageously honest.”—Timothy Snyder, author of On Tyranny

Download or read book Geet Gawai Bhojpuri Folk Songs in Mauritius written by Dr. Sarita Boodhoo and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2023-01-19 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geet Gawai (Bhojpuri Folk Songs in Mauritius) by Dr. Sarita Boodhoo: This book by Dr. Sarita Boodhoo presents a collection of Bhojpuri folk songs from Mauritius, offering readers insights into the rich cultural heritage of the Bhojpuri-speaking community on the island. The book celebrates the musical traditions and expressions of the community. Key Aspects of the Book "Geet Gawai (Bhojpuri Folk Songs in Mauritius)": Cultural Heritage: The book showcases the cultural heritage and folk music traditions of the Bhojpuri-speaking community in Mauritius. Preservation of Folk Songs: "Geet Gawai" highlights the importance of preserving and promoting folk songs as an integral part of a community's identity. Music and Identity: The book explores the role of folk songs in shaping the cultural identity and collective memory of the Bhojpuri community. Dr. Sarita Boodhoo is the author of "Geet Gawai (Bhojpuri Folk Songs in Mauritius)," a book that celebrates the musical traditions of the Bhojpuri-speaking community in Mauritius. Dr. Boodhoo's work reflects her dedication to preserving and sharing the cultural heritage of the community through music.

Download or read book The Jolley Family Book written by Bryant Manning Jolley and published by . This book was released on 1966 with total page 1008 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Henry Jolley, son of John and Louisa Bryan Jolley, was born 26 August 1789 in Pitt County, North Carolina. He married Frances Manning (1789-1844), daughter of Reuben Manning and Diana McCoy, 23 January 1806. In 1825, the Jolleys moved to Tennessee. They became members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and moved to Nauvoo, Illinois where Frances died 29 September 1844. After Frances' death, Henry married his second wife, Barbara. They journeyed to the Salt Lake Valley in 1848 with the Amasa Lyman Company, settling first in Salt Lake City then later south in Grove Creek, which is now known as Pleasant Grove, Utah County. He died 20 December 1850. Descendants lived in Utah, Nevada, California, Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Washington and elsewhere.

Download or read book My Reid and Harrison Families in North America from Their Arrival to Present written by Larry E. Reid and published by Larry Reid. This book was released on 2006 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jewel Corney Reid married Dolly Mae Harrison. Ancestors, descendants and relatives lived mainly in Scotland, England, Indiana, Illinois, North Carolina, Tennessee and Missouri.

Download or read book Sentiment written by Cheryl Krkoc and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2015-10-23 with total page 826 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book traces the roots of our family coming to America. Most of my grandparents came from Slovenia but immigrated to Argentina after American immigration standards became more restrictive.A few relatives found their way to America over the years. And this is their story... Sentiment is a memoir about the author's life growing up with her immigrant grandparents, an eccentric and passionate father,a fragile mother, and other extended family in the Chicago area in the 1950's. The author's sensual childhood experiences helped form a framework for understanding hr world and navigating through life which leads to her search for knowledge about her cultural heritage and family history. Her impressions and experiences lead to obsessions and a wild ride through life. Each decade of the author's life has a distinctive character and the end of each decade marks the beginning of a shift in her focus and outlook.

Download or read book American Cookery written by Laura Kalpakian and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-11-27 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Animated as a family reunion, intimate as a lovers' picnic, this tale serves up tradition and innovation in a saga based on the joy of cooking, complete with 27 recipes.

Download or read book Lawrence Co AR written by and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2001 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A history of the community and people of Lawrence County, Arkansas.