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Book Royals and the Reich

    Book Details:
  • Author : Jonathan Petropoulos
  • Publisher : Oxford University Press
  • Release : 2008-08-12
  • ISBN : 0199713197
  • Pages : 545 pages

Download or read book Royals and the Reich written by Jonathan Petropoulos and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2008-08-12 with total page 545 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Princes Philipp and Christoph von Hessen-Kassel, great-grandsons of Queen Victoria of England, had been humiliated by defeat in World War I and, like much of the German aristocracy, feared the social unrest wrought by the ineffectual Weimar Republic. Jonathan Petropoulos shows how the princes, lured by prominent positions in the Nazi regime and highly susceptible to nationalist appeals, became enthusiastic supporters of Hitler. Prince Philipp, son-in-law to the King of Italy, became the highest-ranking prince in the Nazi state and developed a close personal relationship with Hitler and Hermann Göering. Prince Christoph was a prominent SS officer and head of the most important intelligence agency in the Third Reich. In return, the princes made the Nazis socially acceptable to wealthy, high-society patrons. Prince Philipp even introduced Göering to Mussolini at a critical stage in the Nazi Party's development and later served as a liaison between Hitler and the Italian dictator. Permitted access to Hessen family private papers and the Royal Archives at Windsor Castle, Petropoulos follows the story of the House of Hesse through to its tragic denouement--the princes' betrayal and persecution by an increasingly paranoid Hitler and prosecution and denazification by the Allies.

Book The Herd Register of the American Guernsey Cattle Club

Download or read book The Herd Register of the American Guernsey Cattle Club written by and published by . This book was released on 1931 with total page 1190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book English Princesses

Download or read book English Princesses written by Compiled from Wikipedia entries and published by DrGoogelberg and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-06-06 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is completey compiled from Wikipedia pages. Learn about Diana Spencer, Kate Midleton and all the other UK Princesses from then and now.

Book A Family History

Download or read book A Family History written by Loren C. Talbot and published by . This book was released on 1950 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Thompson   a Norwegian Immigrant Family and Its American born Descendants

Download or read book Thompson a Norwegian Immigrant Family and Its American born Descendants written by Susan Thompson Good and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Torger Gundersen Saeboe 1808-1871) married Guri Anfinsdatter Brandvig in 1835, and immigrated with the surviving family to join two sons who had already immigrated from Norway to Clinton County, Iowa. The immigrant sons had already adopted "Thompson" as a surname, and their parents complied. Descendants lived in Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, California and elsewhere. Some descendants immigrated to Canada. Includes many Norwegian ancestors, located chiefly in various parishes in Hordaland County, Norway.

Book The World Almanac and Book of Facts

Download or read book The World Almanac and Book of Facts written by and published by . This book was released on 1942 with total page 1020 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lists news events, population figures, and miscellaneous data of an historic, economic, scientific and social nature.

Book Royal Romances

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  • Author : Leslie Carroll
  • Publisher : Penguin
  • Release : 2012-11-06
  • ISBN : 1101607122
  • Pages : 466 pages

Download or read book Royal Romances written by Leslie Carroll and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-11-06 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More breathtaking than any fairy tale, here are seven scandalous, seductive centuries of all-for-love royal desire . . . Elegant palaces, dazzling power plays, shimmering jewels, and the grandest of all-or-nothing gambles—nothing can top real-life love among the royalty. Louis XIV defied God and law, permitting his married mistress Madame de Montespan to usurp the role of Queen of France, then secretly wed her successor, Madame de Maintenon. Grigory Potemkin was a worthy equal in Catherine the Great’s bed as well as in Russia’s political arena. Dashing Count Axel von Fersen risked everything to save Marie Antoinette’s life more than once—and may have returned her passion. The unshakable devotion of the beloved late “Queen Mum” helped King George VI triumph over his, and England’s, darkest hours. And the unpretentious, timelessly glamorous—even relatable—union of Prince William and the former Kate Middleton continues to enthrall the world. Full of marvelous tales, unforgettable scandals, and bedazzled nobles who refused to rule their hearts, this delightfully insightful book is what the sweetest royal dreams are made of...

Book Q

    Q

    Book Details:
  • Author : Craig Brown
  • Publisher : Farrar, Straus and Giroux
  • Release : 2024-10-01
  • ISBN : 0374610932
  • Pages : 509 pages

Download or read book Q written by Craig Brown and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. This book was released on 2024-10-01 with total page 509 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With equal measures of wit and wisdom, the author of 99 Glimpses of Princess Margaret draws a deeply original, hilarious, and telling portrait of the Queen herself. She was the most famous person on earth; she first appeared on the cover of Time magazine at the age of three. When she died, few people were old enough to recall a time when she was not alive. Her likeness has been reproduced—in photographs, on stamps, on the notes and coins of thirty different currencies—more than any since Jesus. It is probable that, over the course of her ninety-six years, she was introduced to a greater number of different people than anyone else who has ever lived—likely well over half a million. Yet this most closely observed of all women rarely left any real impression on those she encountered beyond vague notions of her "radiance" and "sense of duty." A high proportion of those she met can remember what they said to her, but not a word of what she said to them. Up until now, the curious tactic employed by biographers of the Queen has been to ignore what is interesting and to concentrate on what is not. Craig Brown, the author of 150 Glimpses of the Beatles and Hello Goodbye Hello, rejects this formula, bringing his kaleidoscopic approach to the most famous—and most guarded— woman on earth, examining the Queen through a succession of interlocking prisms. With Q, this fantastically funny, marvelously insightful journalist gives us an unforgettable portrait of the omnipresent, elusive Queen Elizabeth II.

Book The Graphic

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  • Author :
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1930
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 538 pages

Download or read book The Graphic written by and published by . This book was released on 1930 with total page 538 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book THE BOOK OF PRINCES AND PRINCESSES   14 illustrated true stories

Download or read book THE BOOK OF PRINCES AND PRINCESSES 14 illustrated true stories written by Anon E. Mouse and published by Abela Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2018-08-30 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Herein are 14 famous, illustrated, stories about Princes, Princesses and other famous rulers from history compiled and retold by Mrs Leonora "Nora" Lang, wife to the great Andrew Lang. The stories gathered here have appealed and will continue to appeal to every age. Nowhere in the realm of fiction are there stories to compare with those which actually happened and which had such a significant effect on the course of the human race. These stories are so intimately connected with the life, history and religion of the great peoples of history, both recent and ancient, that they have become an integral part of our own civilization. These are now the heritage of wealth to every child that is born into the world. Here you will find stories of: Napoleon His Majesty The King Of Rome The Princess Jeanne Hacon The King Mi Reina! Mi Reina! Henriette The Siege Baby The Red Rose The White Rose Richard The Fearless Frederick And Wilhelmine Une Reine Malheureuse The 'Little Queen' Two Little Girls And Their Mother The Troubles Of The Princess Elizabeth This volume is sure to keep you and your young ones enchanted for hours, if only not because of the content, but because of their quality. They will have you and your young wards coming back for more time-and-again. ============ KEYWORDS/TAGS: folklore, fairy tales, myths, legend, land, , children’s stories, bedtime, fables, wonder tales, All nations, Napoleon, His Majesty, King of Rome, Princess Jeanne, Hacon the King, Mi Reina, Henriette, Siege Baby, Red Rose, White Rose, Richard the Fearless, Frederick, Wilhelmine, Wilhelmina, Une Reine Malheureuse, Little Queen, Two Little Girls, Mother, Troubles, Princess Elizabeth

Book THE ENGLISH WHEATS

Download or read book THE ENGLISH WHEATS written by KEN WHEAT and published by Author House. This book was released on 2012 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is perhaps the most comprehensive ever written about the English Wheats. The author has researched ancient records including manorial rolls, heraldic visitations, the earliest wills and church records to find as many references as possible to the Wheat name. The result is a fascinating story about the evolution of the Wheats from peasants in 14th century England to merchants, lawyers, landowners, baronets, other professionals, as well as to agricultural labourers and industrial workers, through to the end of the 19th century. The links to Shakespeare, the Churchills, the Titanic and royalty amongst others, and the origins of the Wheat name and coat of arms will be of interest to anyone who bears the Wheat name. The comprehensive family charts by town and county, some reaching as far back as the 16th century, will be useful to those who are researching their own English Wheat roots.

Book Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family

Download or read book Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-06-08 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal family through rare, restricted, and exclusive photos. A stunning pictorial biography of Queen Elizabeth, recounting her childhood, succession to the throne, and her dutiful service as the reigning monarch of Britain. This biography of the Queen also includes the history of the royal family and the house of Windsor, giving fascinating insights into their goings ons. Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family 3rd Edition features accounts of most of the royal household including the Queen and Prince Philip’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren! Inside the pages of her biography you’ll find: • The complete history of the Kings and Queens of Scotland and England, explaining the story of succession to the throne over more than 1,000 years • Special features profile royal residences, including Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle • Dazzling photographic galleries showcase royal regalia and artifacts • Visual timelines at the start of each chapter highlight the key milestones in the history of the monarchy For almost 70 years the Queen has been beloved and admired by the British public, the Commonwealth, heads of states, and many others. Following her ascent to the throne at the age of 27, she’s spent her entire life in service of the public and state. This biography celebrates her life through photographs and profiles and provides the reader with insight into this remarkable woman. Teaming with dazzling galleries of royal artefacts, photographic tours, royal residences, and the Royals up close makes this the perfect book for fans of the royal family or anyone interested in the history of the British monarchy. Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family 3rd Edition follows the success of Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family 1st Edition and the 2nd Edition in celebration of her 90th birthday

Book The Japan Year Book

Download or read book The Japan Year Book written by Katsuji Inahara and published by . This book was released on 1943 with total page 1180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Born to Rule

Download or read book Born to Rule written by Julia P. Gelardi and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2006-02-07 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book weaves together the powerful and moving stories of the five royal granddaughters of Queen Victoria. These five women were all married to reigning European monarchs during the early part of the twentieth century, and it was their reaction to the First World War that shaped the fate of a continent and the future of the modern world." "Here are the stories of Alexandra, whose enduring love story, controversial faith in Rasputin, and tragic end have become the stuff of legend; Marie, the flamboyant and eccentric queen who battled her way through a life of intrigues and was also the mother of two Balkan queens and of the scandalous Carol II of Romania; Victoria Eugenie, Spain's very English queen who, like Alexandra, introduced hemophilia into her husband's family - with devastating consequences for her marriage; Maud, King Edward VII's daughter, who was independent Norway's reluctant queen; and Sophie, Kaiser Wilhelm II's much-maligned sister, daughter of an emperor, and herself the mother of no fewer than three kings and a queen, who ended her days in bitter exile."--Jacket.

Book History of Biblical Israel

Download or read book History of Biblical Israel written by Abraham Malamat and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2021-11-15 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book holds 26 chapters encompassing the history of Israel from its very beginnings up to the destruction of the First Temple of Jerusalem (586 BC). The successive parts are (1) The Dawn of Israel, dealing with the Israelite proto-history, Mari and early Israel as well as the tribal societies and genealogies. (2) Forming a Nation, The Exodus and Conquest of Canaan, the period of the Judges and the charismatic nature of the Judges, the Danite migration. (3) The Rise of the Davidic Dynasty, a political view of the kingdom of David and Solomon, the diplomatic, international marriages of the latter, organs of statecraft in the Israelite monarchy. (4) King Amon and Josiah and their final fate, twilight of Judah and the destruction of Jerusalem. (5) This part is dedicated to historical episodes in the Former Prophets and in the Prophetical Books. Several excursi follow. This publication has also been published in paperback, please click here for details.

Book List of Ruling Princes  Chiefs and Leading Personages

Download or read book List of Ruling Princes Chiefs and Leading Personages written by Rajputana (Agency) and published by . This book was released on 1938 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: