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The Duchess, the second novel in Wendy Holden's trilogy about royal outsiders, fictionalises the unknown London life of Wallis Simpson.

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''Traces Diana''s journey from shy schoolgirl to blushing bride with verve, wit and a dash of foreboding'' Daily Mail''Touching and distinctive'' Rachel Hore''Riveting, revealing, an absolute must-read'' Imogen Edwards-Jones''Perfect for fans of The Crown'' BellaIt was all she ever wanted. Until her dreams came true...The moving new novel about the young Diana.Diana believes in love. Growing up amid the fallout of her parents'' bitter divorce, she takes refuge in romantic novels. She dreams of being rescued by a handsome prince.Prince Charles loves his freedom. He''s in no rush to wed, but his family have other ideas. Charles must marry for the future of the Crown.The right girl needs to be found, and fast. She must be young, aristocratic and free of past liaisons.The teenage Diana Spencer is just about the only candidate. Her desperation to be loved dovetails with royal desperation for a bride.But the route to the altar is full of hidden obstacles and people with their own agendas.When she steps from the golden carriage on her wedding day, has Diana''s romantic dream come true?Or is it already over?Readers love The Princess: ''Diana is depicted as warm, empathetic and mischievous'' Mail on Sunday''Fascinating'''' Woman''s Weekly''Fictionalises Diana''s life in riveting ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The fictionalised story of Marion 'Crawfie' Crawford, the progressive young working-class woman who, as royal governess for seventeen years, lived on the most intimate terms with Princess Margaret and the future Queen Elizabeth II.

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Audiokniha: Zemřel, když zemřela naděje. Jmenoval jsem se Alfred Hirsch, ale přátelé mi říkali Fredy. Bylo mi dvacet osm let. Byl jsem učitel. Byl jsem snílek. Moc prosím, pamatujte si mé jméno. Už nezůstal naživu nikdo, kdo by mohl dosvědčit, jak a proč můj život vyhasl. Fredy (Alfred) Hirsch (1916–1944), nadaný sportovec, učitel a člen židovského skautského hnutí, se narodil v Cáchách a ve 30. letech emigroval do Prahy, kde vedl sportovní klub židovské mládeže. V roce 1941 byl deportován do Terezína a poté do Osvětimi, kde pomohl založit dětský blok, v němž byly děti alespoň částečně chráněné před okolními hrůzami. Zemřel za nejasných okolností v březnu 1944. Stalo se to v předvečer jedné z největších masových poprav československých občanů, kdy bylo v osvětimských plynových komorách. Pomáhal dětem přežít! Wendy Holdenová: Učitel z Osvětimi – Fredy Hirsch | Překlad Lenka Šverčičová | Čte Ondřej Rychlý | Režie Helena Rytířová | Zvuk, střih, mastering a hudba Václav Neckář jr. | Natočeno ve studiu Chevaliere | Grafiku podle knižní obálky upravila Jana Lhotáková | Produkce Helena Rytířová | Supervize Alena Brožová | Vydala Euromedia Group, a.s.– Témbr, v září 2025. NAHRÁVKA VZNIKLA PODLE KNIŽNÍ PŘEDLOHY Wendy Holden THE TEACHER OF AUSCHWITZ Text ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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'A profoundly moving tribute to courage, dignity, and the enduring power of humanity in the face of evil.Elegantly written and deeply affecting, this is storytelling that honours the truth and ensures it is never forgotten.' Rob Rinder, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Trial'Haunting and beautiful. Excruciatingly vivid, The Teacher of Auschwitz is rigorously researched and true to the history, powerfully conveying what a smart, loving and energetic man Fredy was.' Dr Elizabeth Baer, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum'The closest possible narrative a person who did not experience those times herself, could have written... which will do justice to Fredy and all those victims.' Dita Kraus, the real-life inspiration for The Librarian of Auschwitz and one of the last known survivors of the children's blockFredy built a wall against suffering in their hearts...At the dark heart of the Holocaust, there was a wooden hut whose walls were painted with cartoons; a place where children sang, staged plays and wrote poetry. Safely inside, but still in the shadow of the chimneys, they were given better food, kept free of vermin, and were even taught meditation to imagine full stomachs and a day without fear. The man who became their guiding light ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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'A profoundly moving tribute to courage, dignity, and the enduring power of humanity in the face of evil.Elegantly written and deeply affecting, this is storytelling that honours the truth and ensures it is never forgotten.' Rob Rinder, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Trial'Haunting and beautiful. Excruciatingly vivid, The Teacher of Auschwitz is rigorously researched and true to the history, powerfully conveying what a smart, loving and energetic man Fredy was.' Dr Elizabeth Baer, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum'The closest possible narrative a person who did not experience those times herself, could have written... which will do justice to Fredy and all those victims.' Dita Kraus, the real-life inspiration for The Librarian of Auschwitz and one of the last known survivors of the children's blockFredy built a wall against suffering in their hearts...At the dark heart of the Holocaust, there was a wooden hut whose walls were painted with cartoons; a place where children sang, staged plays and wrote poetry. Safely inside, but still in the shadow of the chimneys, they were given better food, kept free of vermin, and were even taught meditation to imagine full stomachs and a day without fear. The man who became their guiding light ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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On se pro ni vzdal trůnu, ona se pro něj vzdala všehoPíše se rok 1928. Do Londýna přijíždí cizinka středního věku a průměrného vzhledu, bez prostředků a bez známostí. První měsíce v Londýně prožívá Wallis v pocitu hlubokého osamění a nudy, a tak prchá do světa bulváru, který ji neúnavně zásobuje zprávami o okouzlující londýnské vyšší společnosti.Když už po nějaké době ztratí veškerou naději, že by se její život mohl zásadním způsobem změnit, začne se karta jejího štěstí obracet a události dostanou rychlý spád. Díky nečekané shodě okolností se ocitne na domácím večírku s princem z Walesu, kterého nesmírně zaujme a její hvězda začne prudce stoupat. Pro prince trpícího svázaností zkostnatělého anglického dvora je její zjevení jako závan čerstvého vzduchu. Přátelství mezi nimi je stále intenzivnější a hlubší, až jednoho dne nevyhnutelně přeroste… v lásku. Wallis se s novým nadšením vrhne do víru světa dříve jen těžko představitelného luxusu a privilegií a užívá si společně se svým princem nádherné víkendy v jeho soukromé pevnosti Belvedere.Když náhle skoná Jiří V., zdá se, že jejich osud je zpečetěn: z prince z Walesu se stává král Eduard VIII. a kola dějinných nevyhnutelností se začala roztáčet. Wallis se ocitá v pasti. Eduard se kvůli ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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"The Duchess of Malfi" is a play written by John Webster in the early 17th century, and it tells the tragic story of a powerful Duchess who falls in love and secretly marries Antonio. The Duchess's two brothers, Ferdinand, and the Cardinal are opposed to her marriage and plot to destroy her happiness. As the play progresses, the Duchess and Antonio are caught and tortured by Ferdinand and the Cardinal's henchmen. The Duchess's children are also murdered, and in the end, the Duchess herself is strangled to death. What will Antonio do without his love? The Duchess's love for Antonio is in direct opposition to the expectations of her brothers and society. This conflict ultimately leads to her downfall. Ferdinand and the Cardinal are portrayed as corrupt and ruthless individuals who abuse their power for personal gain. The Duchess, on the other hand, is shown as a benevolent ruler who genuinely cares for her loved ones! To know the end, completely, readers should read this powerful depiction of the consequences of ambition, greed, and betrayal.

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Přišla odnikud… a vychovala královnu.Mladá dívka se silným sociálním cítěním, Marion Crawfordová, která si z celého srdce přála zasvětit svůj život vzdělávání a zlepšování podmínek dětí z bídných edinburských slumů, se po klikatých cestičkách osudu dostala až do královského paláce a stala se vychovatelkou a mateřskou figurou pro královnu Alžbětu II., tehdy malou princeznu Lilibet, a její sestru, princeznu Margaret.Kniha nás provází od dvacátých let 20. století až do Marioniny smrti v roce 1987, a je to dobrodružná, dojemná, radostná, nadějeplná i smutná pouť. Prožíváme s ní dobu, kdy byly princezny malé dívky, které žasly nad těmi nejobyčejnějšími věcmi; vstupujeme s ní do válečných let, do doby strachu a neklidu, v němž se tříbily postoje královské rodiny, která byla sama zmítaná vnitřními problémy. Sledujeme poválečná léta plná trpké chudoby a snahy obnovit vzkvétající ekonomiku. Na stránkách knihy se setkáváme nejen se členy královské rodiny, které poznáváme pohledem ženy, jež s nimi trávila běžné dny, ale i s dalšími velkými jmény britské i světové politiky, módy či kultury.Marion Crawfordová obětovala službě králi a vlasti svá nejlepší léta, své lásky, kariéru, domov. Její příběh patří k těm, které vám po přečtení dlouho nezmizí z hlavy a srdce. Nutí k zamyšlení, dojímá, vzbuzuje ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Forget about Cool Britannia and Gallic Chic. Scotland is having a fashion moment... ''Effing marvellous'' JILLY COOPER. ''Funny and smart'' INDIA KNIGHT. ''Total bliss'' DAILY MAIL. London''s most glamorous glossy magazine is in trouble. Advertising revenues are non existent, and if editor Laura Lake can''t pick them up, she''s out of a job. According to those in the know, Scotland is having a fashion moment. Smart spas are offering porridge facials, and a chain of eco-hotels is offering celebrity bagpipe lessons. So Laura''s off to a baronial estate in the Scottish Highlands to get a slice of this ultra-high-end market. It''s supposed to be gorgeous, glitzy and glamorous. But intrigue follows Laura like night follows day. And at Glenravish Castle – a shooting lodge fit for a billionaire – Laura finds herself hunting for a scoop that won''t just save her job, it could save her life... WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT WENDY HOLDEN: ''A brilliant, funny read... Perfect escapism from the daily grind'' ''Move over Sophie Kinsella – there''s a new Chick Lit queen in town'' ''Escapism in its purest form... A little gem'' ''Pure fun, escapism and self indulgence. Delicious!''

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''The Duchess does indeed seem a remarkable woman . . . this is an engaging book'' Lynn Barber, Daily TelegraphWhen Emma Watkins, the pony-mad daughter of a Welsh farmer, imagined her future, she imagined following in her mother''s footsteps to marry a farmer of her own. But then she fell in love with David Manners, having no idea that he was heir to one of the most senior hereditary titles in the land. When David succeeded his father, Emma found herself becoming the chatelaine of Belvoir Castle, ancestral home of the Dukes of Rutland.She had to cope with five boisterous children while faced with a vast estate in desperate need of modernisation and staff who wanted nothing to change - it was a daunting responsibility. Yet with sound advice from the doyenne of duchesses, Duchess ‘Debo’ of Devonshire, she met each challenge with optimism and gusto, including scaling the castle roof in a storm to unclog a flooding gutter; being caught in her nightdress by mesmerised Texan tourists and disguising herself as a cleaner to watch filming of The Crown. She even took on the castle ghosts . . .At times the problems she faced seemed insoluble yet, with her ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''The Duchess does indeed seem a remarkable woman . . . this is an engaging book'' – Lynn Barber, Daily TelegraphWhen Emma Watkins, the pony-mad daughter of a Welsh farmer, imagined her future, she imagined following in her mother''s footsteps to marry a farmer of her own. But then she fell in love with David Manners, having no idea that he was heir to one of the most senior hereditary titles in the land. When David succeeded his father, Emma found herself the chatelaine of Belvoir Castle, ancestral home of the Dukes of Rutland.She had to cope with five boisterous children while faced with a vast estate in desperate need of modernization and staff who wanted nothing to change – it was a daunting responsibility.Yet with sound advice from the doyenne of duchesses, Duchess ‘Debo’ of Devonshire, she met each challenge with optimism and gusto, including scaling the castle roof in a storm to unclog a flooding gutter, being caught in her nightdress by mesmerized Texan tourists and disguising herself as a cleaner to watch filming of The Crown. She even took on the castle ghosts . . .At times the problems she faced seemed insoluble yet, with her unstoppable ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex's first children's book, The Bench, beautifully captures the special relationship between father and son, as seen through a mother's eyes. The book's storytelling and illustration give us snapshots of shared moments that evoke a deep sense of warmth, connection, and compassion. This is your bench Where you'll witness great joy. From here you will rest See the growth of our boy. In The Bench, Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, touchingly captures the evolving and expanding relationship between father and son and reminds us of the many ways that love can take shape and be expressed in a modern family. Evoking a deep sense of warmth, connection, and compassion, The Duchess's debut children's book gives us a window into shared and enduring moments between a diverse group of fathers and sons-moments of peace and reflection, trust and belief, discovery and learning, and comfort and nurture. Working in watercolour for the first time, Caldecott-winning, bestselling illustrator Christian Robinson expands on his signature style to bring joy and softness to the pages, reflecting the beauty of a father's love through a mother's eyes. With a universal message, this thoughtful and heart-warming read-aloud is destined to be treasured by ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Despite her illustrious title, Camille, Duchess of Hereford, remains what she has always been - a pariah. Though her title means she''s technically accepted by London Society, the rebellious widow with her burgeoning interest in the suffrage movement and her American ways isn''t exactly high on every hostess''s guest list. But Camille starts to wonder if being an outcast is not without its perks when the tantalizing answer to her secret fear appears in the shape of Jacob Thorne, the illegitimate son of an earl and co-owner of London''s infamous Montague Club. Jacob is used to making deals with his club members - he''s just not accustomed to them being beautiful women. Nor have the terms ever been so sweetly seductive as Camille''s shocking proposition. To finally buy his own club and gain the crucial backing of investors, Camille offers Jacob the respectability of a fake engagement with a duchess. In return, the tempting widow has one condition: she wants Jacob to show her if it''s possible for her to experience pleasure in bed. The lure of such a bargain proves too delicious to resist, drawing the enterprising rogue and the wallflower duchess into a scandalous game and an even ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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These four plays, written during the reigns of James I and Charles I, took revenge tragedy in dark and ambiguous new directions. In The Duchess of Malfi and The White Devil, John Webster explores the role of women and issues of power, sex and corruption in the Italian court, creating two unforgettable anti-heroines. In The Broken Heart, John Ford questions the value of emotional repression as his characters attempt to subdue their desires and hatreds in ancient Greece. Finally, Ford''s masterpiece ''Tis Pity She''s a Whore explores the taboo themes of incest and forbidden lust in a daring reworking of Romeo and Juliet.Jane Kingsley-Smith has edited the plays from the earliest quartos and added invaluable editorial material, including explanatory glosses and a new introduction that discusses how the playwrights used the theatre to explore issues around women, sex, power and violence. Together with the Penguin volume of Five Revenge Tragedies, edited by Emma Smith, this is the essential sourcebook for drama in the period. ''Revenge, hatred, villainy, incest, and murder upon murder are their constant themes ... and they handle these horrors with little or no moral purpose, save that of exciting and amusing the audience ... We should call ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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You should know: I sing at parties, I wear colourful dresses, I am headstrong, I won’t wear my hair up because you say I should, or do this because you prefer it, in fact I might do the other just to be contrary, but I am utterly and always myself.The Duchess is a young widow. And with money, sexual freedom and youth, she''s a threat to the status quo; she could get to determine her own life. Terrified by her sudden power and its implications, her brothers Ferdinand and The Cardinal seek to block The Duchess’s desires and to dismantle her authority and spirit by any means at their disposal. The results are horrifying, with bloody vengeance from the most unexpected of sources.The Duchess (of Malfi), Zinnie Harris''s radical take on Webster''s great revenge tragedy, premiered at the Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh, in May 2019.

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redy built a wall against suffering in their hearts... At the dark heart of the Holocaust, there was a wooden hut whose walls were painted with cartoons; a place where children sang, staged plays and wrote poetry. Safely inside, but still in the shadow of the chimneys, they were given better food, kept free of vermin, and were even taught meditation to imagine full stomachs and a day without fear.The man who became their guiding light was a young Jewish prisoner named Fredy Hirsch. But being a teacher in such a brutal concentration camp was no mean feat. Whether it was begging the SS for better provisions, or hiding his homosexuality from his persecutors, he risked his life every day for one thing: to protect the children from the mortal danger they all faced.But time is running out for Fredy and the hundreds of children in his care. Can he find a way to teach them the one lesson they really need to know: how to survive?

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Zuzana Ruzickova grew up in 1930s Czechoslovakia dreaming of two things: Johann Sebastian Bach and the piano. But her peaceful, melodic childhood was torn apart when, in 1939, the Nazis invaded. Uprooted from her home, transported from Auschwitz to Hamburg to Bergen-Belsen, bereaved, starved, and afflicted with crippling injuries to her musician's hands, the teenage Zuzana faced a series of devastating losses. Yet with every truck and train ride, a small slip of paper printed with her favourite piece of Bach's music became her talisman.Armed with this 'proof that beauty still existed', Zuzana's fierce bravery and passion ensured her survival of the greatest human atrocities of all time, and would continue to sustain her through the brutalities of post-war Communist rule. Harnessing her talent and dedication, and fortified by the love of her husband, the Czech composer Viktor Kalabis, Zuzana went on to become one of the twentieth century's most renowned musicians and the first harpsichordist to record the entirety of Bach's keyboard works.Zuzana's story, told here in her own words before her death in 2017, is a profound and powerful testimony of the horrors of the Holocaust, and a testament in itself to the importance of amplifying the voices ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''This is a remarkable book . . . Read it and use it: you may find you are doing nothing less than giving back to your children their childhood, while they still have the chance to live it'' Mark Williams, Director, University of Oxford Mindfulness Centre and author of Mindfulness: Finding peace in a frantic world''10 Mindful Minutes can help any adult - parent, grandparent, teacher - make double use of their moments with the children they love and have a terrific time while helping shape that child''s brain for a lifetime of resilience and happiness'' Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional IntelligenceBestselling author Goldie Hawn offers parents a practical guide for helping their children to learn better and live more happily. Based on the MindUP programme, supported by the Hawn Foundation, 10 Mindful Minutes outlines short, practical exercises for parents and children - taking less than 10 minutes - to help young children and teenagers reduce stress and anxiety, improve concentration and academic performance, effectively manage emotions and behaviour, develop greater empathy for others and the world, and be more optimistic and happy. Representing the culmination of years of research and programmes developed by the Hawn Foundation currently being used ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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This volume offers John Webster''s two great Jacobean tragedies, The White Devil and The Duchess of Malfi, together with his brilliant tragicomedy, The Devil''s Law-Case, and the comedy written with William Rowley, A Cure for a Cuckold. Webster is a radically and creatively experimental dramatist. His tragedies deploy shifting dramatic perspectives which counteract and challenge conventional moral judgements, while the predominantly gentler tone of his comedies and tragicomedies responds inventively to contemporary changes in dramatic taste and fashion. All four plays display the provocative intelligence of a profoundly original playwright. Under the General Editorship of Michael Cordner of the University of York, the texts of the plays have been newly edited and are presented with modernized spelling and punctuation. In addition, there is detailed annotation, a glossary, and a critical introduction which traces Webster''s artistic development, defends him against charges of over-indulgence in violence, and explores his sophisticated staging and scenic forms. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World''s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford''s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A SPECTATOR BOOK OF THE YEARA TIMES BOOK OF THE YEARA TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR A VOGUE BOOK OF THE YEAR'A rollicking read... [Ostler] tells Elizabeth's story with admirable style and gusto' Sunday Times'Terrifically entertaining: if you liked Bridgerton, you’ll love this. . . and her research is impeccable' Evening StandardWhen the glamorous Elizabeth Chudleigh, Duchess of Kingston, Countess of Bristol, went on trial at Westminster Hall for bigamy in April 1776, the story drew more attention in society than the American War of Independence. A clandestine, candlelit wedding to the young heir to an earldom, a second marriage to a Duke, a lust for diamonds and an electrifying appearance at a masquerade ball in a diaphanous dress: no wonder the trial was a sensation. However, Elizabeth refused to submit to public humiliation and retire quietly. Rather than backing gracefully out of the limelight, she embarked on a Grand Tour of Europe, being welcomed by the Pope and Catherine the Great among others. As maid of honour to Augusta, Princess of Wales, Elizabeth led her life in the inner circle of the Hanoverian court and her exploits delighted and scandalised the press and the people. She made headlines, and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A SPECTATOR BOOK OF THE YEARA TIMES BOOK OF THE YEARA TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR A VOGUE BOOK OF THE YEAR'A rollicking read... [Ostler] tells Elizabeth's story with admirable style and gusto' Sunday Times'Terrifically entertaining: if you liked Bridgerton, you’ll love this. . . and her research is impeccable' Evening StandardWhen the glamorous Elizabeth Chudleigh, Duchess of Kingston, Countess of Bristol, went on trial at Westminster Hall for bigamy in April 1776, the story drew more attention in society than the American War of Independence. A clandestine, candlelit wedding to the young heir to an earldom, a second marriage to a Duke, a lust for diamonds and an electrifying appearance at a masquerade ball in a diaphanous dress: no wonder the trial was a sensation. However, Elizabeth refused to submit to public humiliation and retire quietly. Rather than backing gracefully out of the limelight, she embarked on a Grand Tour of Europe, being welcomed by the Pope and Catherine the Great among others. As maid of honour to Augusta, Princess of Wales, Elizabeth led her life in the inner circle of the Hanoverian court and her exploits delighted and scandalised the press and the people. She made headlines, and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Easy to use in the classroom or as a tool for revision, Oxford Literature Companions provide student-friendly analysis of a range of popular A Level set texts. Each book offers a lively, engaging approach to the text, covering characterisation and role, genre, context, language, themes, structure, performance and critical views, whilst also providing a range of varied and in-depth activities to deepen understanding and encourage close work with the text. Each book also includes a comprehensive Skills and Practice section, which provides detailed advice on assessment and a bank of exam-style questions and annotated sample student answers. This guide covers The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster and is suitable for the most recent AS/A level specifications.

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Orphaned. Betrayed. Determined. Angélique Latham grew up at the magnificent Belgrave Castle with her father, the Duke of Westerfield, after the death of her mother. But when he dies, her half-brothers brutally deny her very existence and send her out into the world alone. At eighteen, Angélique has a keen mind, remarkable beauty and an envelope of money her late father pressed upon her. Unable to secure employment, Angélique desperately makes her way to Paris. To survive, she will need all her resources – and one bold stroke of fortune. Angélique takes an unfamiliar and unimaginable path in setting up what becomes a highly successful business. But she lives on the edge of scandal; can she ever make a life for herself? From England to Paris and New York, Danielle Steel paints a captivating portrait of a woman of unquenchable spirit in The Duchess.

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Orphaned. Betrayed. Determined.England, 1820. Angélique Latham grew up in her magnificent country house, Belgrave Castle with her father, the Duke of Westerfield, after the death of her mother. But when he dies, her half-brothers brutally deny her very existence and send her out into the world alone. At eighteen, Angélique has a keen mind, remarkable beauty and an envelope of money her late father pressed upon her. Unable to secure employment, Angélique desperately makes her way to Paris. To survive, she will need all her resources – and one bold stroke of fortune. Angélique takes an unfamiliar and unimaginable path in setting up what becomes a highly successful business. But she lives on the edge of scandal; can she ever make a life for herself? From England to Paris and New York, cosy up with this fan-favourite from Danielle Steel, as she weaves an enchanting story of a woman of unquenchable spirit in The Duchess.

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A compelling new biography of Camilla, Queen Consort, that reveals how she transformed her role and established herself as one of the key members of the royal family.For many years, Camilla was portrayed in a poor light, blamed by the public for the break-up of the marriage between Prince Charles and Lady Diana. Initially, the Queen refused to see or speak to her, but, after the death of Prince Philip, the Duchess became one of the Queen's closest companions. Her confidence in Camilla and the transformation she saw in Prince Charles since their wedding resulted in her choosing the first day of her Platinum Jubilee year to tell the world that she wanted Camilla to be Queen Consort not the demeaning Princess Consort suggested in 2005Angela Levin uncovers Camilla's rocky journey to be accepted by the royal family and how she coped with the brutal portrayal of her in Netflix's The Crown. The public have witnessed her tremendous contribution to help those in need, especially during Covid. Levin has talked to many of the Duchess's long-term friends, her staff and executives from the numerous charities of which Camilla is patron. She reveals why Camilla concentrates on previously taboo subjects, such ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Ferdinand forbids his widowed sister to marry again. When he discovers that she is not only married but had a child he is driven mad with fury. The Duchess of Malfi is a study in strong characters, dark deeds and dreadful revenge. This edition includes close textual analysis, notes on different interpretations, interviews with actors and directors and a selection of critical scenes.

Objev podobné jako The Duchess of Malfi A Level Edition - John Webster, Monica Kendall

Reimagine Your Future and Activate Your DreamsWe all want to do something that matters, and there are moments when we ask, "Is my life really making a difference?" Could there be more, and what if now is the perfect time to get started?Writing for those who have a dream but feel too old, too young, too invisible, too unqualified or as if they missed their opportunity somewhere along the way, Wendy Peter provides both the inspiration and the blueprint to· move past your false finish line and reimagine the next season of your life· identify and awaken your true purpose and step with courage into your calling· create a road map to get your dreams off the groundThe culmination of your life experiences--the reason you are uniquely you--is exactly what God will use for such a time as this. No matter your age or circumstances, you can reimagine your future, activate your dormant dreams and glorify God by pursuing what He is calling you to right now!"Wendy Peter''s book is designed to encourage, build and establish you in your potential. You will be amazed as you watch the life-transforming fruit grow."--PATRICIA KING, author, minister, television host

Objev podobné jako Just Getting Started – Stepping with Courage into God`s Call for the Next Stage of Life - Patricia King, Wendy Peter

A fast-paced thriller set along the Wild Atlantic Way in which smart-mouthed sleuth Jesse O''Hara investigates a missing girl case – with deadly consequences!Jesse, the ever fiery ex-financial investigator with a penchant for Guinness, is still unemployed. So when her brother-in-law begs her to fly to Ireland and help his family find his missing niece Cait, Jesse seizes the opportunity to visit her own ancestral home. She isn’t sure where the investigation will lead – ideally to the nearest whiskey distillery – but first things first: find Cait.Upon landing in the Emerald Isle, Jesse’s skills are immediately put to the test. Cait has vanished without a trace, and those who know her are harbouring secrets that could save her life. But as Jesse investigates further, she risks antagonizing local drug lords, the Gardaí and the formidable IRA, putting herself in perilous danger. With time running out, Jesse must trust her razor-sharp instincts if she wants to make it out of Ireland alive . . .The second novel in the riveting Jesse O''Hara series is perfect for readers of Ruth Ware, Darynda Jones and Janet Evanovich. Thriller fans who love a strong female protagonist, unexpected twists and wry humor are in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder Beyond the Pale - Wendy Church

Anna was the ‘last woman standing’ of Henry VIII’s wives ‒ and the only one buried in Westminster Abbey. How did she manage it?Anna, Duchess of Cleves: The King’s ‘Beloved Sister’ looks at Anna from a new perspective, as a woman from the Holy Roman Empire and not as a woman living almost by accident in England. Starting with what Anna’s life as a child and young woman was like, the author describes the climate of the Cleves court, and the achievements of Anna’s siblings. It looks at the political issues on the Continent that transformed Anna’s native land of Cleves ‒ notably the court of Anna’s brother-in-law, and its influence on Lutheranism ‒ and Anna’s blighted marriage. Finally, Heather Darsie explores ways in which Anna influenced her step-daughters Elizabeth and Mary, and the evidence of their good relationships with her.Was the Duchess Anna in fact a political refugee, supported by Henry VIII? Was she a role model for Elizabeth I? Why was the marriage doomed from the outset? By returning to the primary sources and visiting archives and museums all over Europe (the author is fluent in German, and proficient in French and Spanish) a very different figure emerges ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Anna, Duchess of Cleves - Heather R. Darsie

This spine-tingling collection of spooky stories features over 20 eerie tales from across the globe. Discover bewitching retellings of ghost- and monster-filled myths regaled with ghoulish relish and journey continent-by-continent through this haunting book. With shocks and twists like you wouldn’t believe - are you brave enough to read them all?Packed with mind-boggling mysteries, real unexplained enigmas and traditional stories that are sure to send shivers down your spine, Spooky Stories of the World is the ultimate feast for Halloween-loving kids and readers in search of a fright. Meet vampires, werewolves and fearsome monsters that hide in the shadows in this one-of-a-kind round-the-world collection of hair-raising tales.Inside Spooky Stories of the World:- More than 20 fang-tastic stories from around the world featuring both traditional tales and unexplained mysteries from modern times- Arranged continent by continent with spooky illustrations, original artwork and additional creepy characters for readers to look out for on their travels- Chilling tales include: The Vampire Skeleton (Canada and USA), The Luz Mala (Argentina), The Basilisk of Vilnius (Lithuania), The Bite of the Queen Rat (UK), The Fox Sister (South Korea), The Ghost on Pinjarra Bridge (Australia), The Devouring Gourd (East Africa)Spooky Stories of the World is the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Lonely Planet Kids Spooky Stories of the World - Wendy Shearer, Lonely Planet Kids

font size="+1">''Nothing gets me to a bookstore faster than Eloisa James'' Julia Quinn, bestselling author of Bridgertons The third book in the New York Times bestselling Desperate Duchesses series, perfect for fans of Julia Quinn''s Bridgertons and Eloisa''s Wildes of Lindow Castle''Choc-full of romantic heroes romantic heroes that would give Darcy a run for his money.'' Carole MatthewsDisguise is a dangerous game . . . After a lifetime as a wallflower Harriet, the Duchess of Berrow, is finally seeking a little pleasure of her own. And where better to begin than at the house of one of the most disreputable men in the country, Lord Strange? The high-stakes games of lust and chance that rule Strange''s household, however, mean that even being seen crossing his threshold could ruin her reputation forever. So Harriet swaps her hoops and corsets for a pair of breeches and transforms herself into a young male relative of the Duke of Villiers. Before she knows it, Harriet is writing bawdy missives on behalf of a young actress, not to mention winning card games played by the most powerful men in England. But when she starts attracting male attention, Harriet must decide whether to stay in her ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Duchess by Night - Eloisa James

Harry is definitely the wriggliest otter on the riverbank. He always needs to be on the go. That''s how he bumps into Ray-who is definitely the stillest heron on the riverbank. Harry''s playmates, Elsie and Clive, aren''t completely sure about welcoming Ray into their group, so it''s up to Harry to prove how brilliant a new friend can be!Harry and the Heron is perfect for fans of Wendy Meddour''s other bestselling titles including Peggy the Always Sorry Pigeon.

Objev podobné jako Harry and the Heron - Wendy Meddourová

Get hungry for God''s WordMany Bible believers aren''t Bible readers, while others devour God''s Word and are hungry for more. Whether you''ve read your Bible multiple times, only tasted bits and pieces, or are ready to finally whet your appetite for the first time ever, these forty daily devotionals will help you to taste and see how good and applicable God''s Word is to your daily life. The 40-Day Feast invites you to the table to · learn how to ingest and digest whole passages for yourself· discover the transforming power bound up in your Bible· apply its truths to your daily life· awaken a deep hunger for more of God and less of the things that don''t satisfyNow is the time to seek and find what God has to say and how we are to live as a result. Pull up a chair! Welcome to the feast!"Wendy''s writing always makes me hungry for the Word of God and eager to grow in my love for its Author. The 40-Day Feast is such a gift! It will whet your appetite for God Himself as you grow to understand His Word."--Monica Swanson, author of Boy Mom and Raising Amazing

Objev podobné jako The 40–Day Feast – Taste and See the Goodness of God`s Word - Wendy Speake

This new edition of Webster’s macabre masterpiece is accompanied by insightful commentary notes and a detailed introductory analysis of the play written by Karen Britland, making this the perfect edition for students.As well as the complete text of the play, this revised New Mermaid edition includes:· A detailed plot summary and annotations throughout the text· An annotated bibliography and suggestions for further reading· A comprehensive introduction exploring the historical and literary contexts· An analysis of the play in performance including recent productions inspired by the #MeToo movement as well as contemporary adaptations such as Allan Palileo''s Ang Dukesa ng Malfi (set in the Philippines) and Debo Oluwatuminu''s Iyalode of Eti (set in pre-colonial Yorubaland).Webster’s heroine stands out as one of the most compelling female characters on the early modern stage and, along with its exploration of familial bonds, ensures the play is as relevant today as when it was written.

Objev podobné jako The Duchess of Malfi - John Webster

Náhradní náplň obsahuje 3 bloky granulí po 1 kg s levandulovou vůní pro odvlhčovače Wenko. Každý blok účinně snižuje vlhkost až 3 měsíce v prostorách do 80 m³ a chrání před plísní a zápachem. Funguje bez elektřiny na bázi chloridu vápenatého.

• 3 bloky po 1 kg s levandulovou vůní
• Účinné až 3 měsíce v místnostech do 80 m³
• Funguje bez elektřiny, chrání před vlhkostí a plísní
• Vhodné pro odvlhčovače Wenko (např. Cube, Drop)

Objev podobné jako Wenko Náhradní náplň do odvlhčovače s vůní levandule, 3 x 1 kg

The evils of greed and ambition overwhelm love, innocence, and the bonds of kinship in this dark tragedy concerning the secret marriage of a noblewoman and a commoner. John Webster''s great Jacobean drama detailing the fiendish schemes of two brothers who desire their wealthy sister''s title and estates ends with a bloody and horrifying climax.

Objev podobné jako The Duchess of Malfi - John Webster

For fans of Educated and The Glass Castle, a former music industry insider’s journey of healing—from childhood trauma through spiritual practices and self-discovery to a place of peace—with some incredible celebrity encounters along the way.Wendy Correa’s childhood is characterized by various traumas: the death of her father, emotionally distant siblings, a frequently neglectful mother, and a violent, alcoholic stepfather. After escaping that turbulent life, Wendy’s path of self-discovery takes her through Buddhism, meditation, plant medicine, yoga, Native American spirituality, 12-Step programs, and psychotherapy. Native American sweat lodge and vision quest ceremonies further strengthen her sobriety and mental well-being. As her inner world begins to open up, so does her outer world. Wendy finds herself regularly encountering extraordinary circumstances: singing on stage with rock ’n’ roll royalty at the 1982 inaugural Peace Sunday concert, attending AA meetings with legendary musicians, working at A&M and Geffen Records, and spending time with her musical hero, Joni Mitchell. Wendy’s life takes a new turn when she moves to Aspen and becomes a radio DJ and assistant to gonzo writer Hunter S. Thompson. There, she meets her future husband and begins to build the family she’s always longed for—but despite her newfound peace, she is ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako My Pretty Baby - Wendy B. Correa

Odpadkový koš Wenko Brasil s výkyvným víkem má objem 6,5 litru a je vyroben z odolného nerozbitného plastu. Elegantní design v barvě taupe s pochromovaným víkem se hodí do koupelny nebo na toaletu. Hladký povrch usnadňuje čištění a zajišťuje hygienické používání.

• Elegantní design v barvě taupe s kontrastním pochromovaným víkem
• Nerozbitný a lehký plast s dlouhou životností a snadnou údržbou
• Výkyvné víko pro pohodlné vhazování a diskrétní skrytí obsahu
• Objem 6,5 litru ideální pro každodenní drobný odpad do koupelny nebo na toaletu

Objev podobné jako Wenko Odpadkový koš s výkyvným víkem Brasil 6,5 l, taupe

Kuchyňský vozík Wenko Landhaus kombinuje venkovský styl s praktickými funkcemi, včetně tří úložných úrovní, posuvných dveří a čtyř koleček. Je vhodný pro servírování, ukládání kuchyňského vybavení nebo jako domácí bar. Díky brzdicím kolečkům a bočnímu držáku na utěrku zajišťuje stabilitu a snadnou manipulaci.

• Tři úložné úrovně a posuvná dvířka pro organizaci kuchyňských potřeb.
• Čtyři kolečka s hladkým chodem, z toho dvě s brzdou pro snadný pohyb a stabilitu.
• Boční držák na utěrku slouží zároveň jako madlo pro manipulaci.
• Robustní konstrukce v útulném venkovském designu s bílým rámem a deskou v dekoru jasanu.

Objev podobné jako Wenko Kuchyňský vozík Landhaus, 80 × 40 × 88,5 cm

Závěsný sušák na prádlo Wenko nabízí až 8 metrů sušící plochy při montáži na dveře nebo stěnu. Konstrukce z kovu s ABS plastem zahrnuje tři nastavitelná ramena a šest háčků. Je kompatibilní s dveřmi o tloušťce 2 cm nebo 4 cm a balení obsahuje i hardware pro pevnou montáž.

• Závěsné řešení šetří podlahový prostor
• Poskytuje až 8 metrů sušící plochy
• 3 nastavitelná sklopná ramena a 6 háčků
• Možnost montáže na dveře nebo napevno na zeď

Objev podobné jako Wenko Sušák prádla závěsný na dveře, 8 m

Nástěnný kuchyňský organizér Wenko Magna v černé barvě kombinuje kov a bambus. Nabízí poličku na koření, držáky na papírové a látkové utěrky a šest háčků na náčiní. Upevňuje se magnetem na kovové povrchy nebo pomocí přiložené oboustranné lepicí pásky.

• Magnetické uchycení pro snadnou instalaci na kovové povrchy
• Multifunkční design s poličkou na koření, držáky na utěrky a háčky na náčiní
• Kvalitní kovová konstrukce doplněná bambusovými tyčemi
• Černý design s přírodním dřevem vhodný pro moderní i venkovské kuchyně

Objev podobné jako Wenko Nástěnný kuchyňský organizér Magna, černá

Skříň Wenko Air o rozměrech 160 x 50 x 75 cm je vyrobena z recyklované prodyšné textilie na kovové konstrukci. Nabízí šatní tyč, horní polici a spodní úložný prostor, přičemž přední zip umožňuje pohodlný přístup. Díky skládacímu provedení je vhodná jako mobilní úložné řešení do různých prostor.

• Šatní tyč, horní police a spodní úložný prostor pro organizované ukládání.
• Prodyšný potah z recyklované netkané textilie udržuje obsah svěží.
• Stabilní kovová konstrukce s rychlou montáží a možností složení pro uskladnění.
• Přední zip zajišťuje snadný přístup a ochranu před prachem.

Objev podobné jako Wenko Skládací skříň z recyklované textilie s policí Air, 160 x 50 x 75 cm

Rohová police Wenko Louisa s dvěma patry z akáciového dřeva a bílého kovového rámu má rozměry 30 × 30 × 33 cm a hloubku polic 11 cm. Díky protiskluzovým nožkám je stabilní a vhodná do kuchyně, koupelny nebo pracovny. Lze ji kombinovat s dalšími policemi řady Louisa.

• Kompaktní rohová police se dvěma patry šetří místo.
• Kvalitní kombinace akáciového dřeva a bílého kovového rámu.
• Protiskluzové nožky zajišťují stabilitu a chrání povrch.
• Univerzální využití v kuchyni i dalších místnostech.

Objev podobné jako Wenko Kuchyňská rohová police z akácie Louisa, 2 patra, 30 × 30 × 33 cm

Rohová police Wenko Louisa s rozměry 30 × 30 × 15 cm je vyrobena z akáciového dřeva a bílého kovu. Nabízí praktický úložný prostor pro kořenky, dózy nebo dekorace. Díky protiskluzovým nožkám je stabilní a šetrná k povrchům.

• Kompaktní rohová police optimalizuje využití prostoru na pracovní desce.
• Elegantní kombinace akáciového dřeva a bílého kovového rámu.
• Protiskluzové nožky zajišťují stabilitu a chrání povrch.
• Univerzální využití v kuchyni, koupelně nebo obývacím pokoji.

Objev podobné jako Wenko Kuchyňská rohová police z akácie Louisa, 1 patro, 30 × 30 × 15 cm

Koš na čisté prádlo Wenko Bahari má pevný bambusový rám a šedý vak z netkané textilie s objemem 50 litrů. Je stabilní, skládací a má postranní otvory pro přenášení. Hodí se do koupelny, ložnice nebo prádelny jako ekologický doplněk.

• Pevný bambusový rám zajišťuje stabilitu a dlouhou životnost.
• Vak z odolné netkané textilie s objemem 50 l je praktický pro ukládání prádla.
• Skládací konstrukce a postranní madla usnadňují přenášení a skladování.
• Elegantní šedý design s přírodním bambusem se hodí do různých interiérů.

Objev podobné jako Wenko Koš na čisté prádlo z netkané textilie Bahari 50 l

Rohová police Wenko Lou s rozměry 30 × 30 × 33 cm efektivně využívá volné rohy kuchyňské linky. Skládá se z černého kovového rámu a dvou bambusových polic s rozestupem 20 cm. Díky kompaktním rozměrům a přírodnímu vzhledu je vhodná i do dalších místností.

• Kompaktní rozměry 30 × 30 × 33 cm vhodné i do menších prostor
• Dvě police z odolného bambusu s rozestupem 20 cm
• Stabilní černá kovová konstrukce s moderním designem
• Univerzální využití v kuchyni, koupelně nebo obývacím pokoji

Objev podobné jako Wenko Kuchyňská rohová police Lou, 2 patra, 30 × 30 × 33 cm

Skládací skříň Wenko Deep Black o rozměrech 160 × 50 × 75 cm nabízí úložný prostor s policí a šatní tyčí. Je vyrobena z pevné kovové konstrukce s omyvatelným potahem a umožňuje snadnou montáž bez nářadí. Po složení šetří místo, což ji činí vhodnou pro menší byty nebo dočasné využití.

• Snadná montáž bez nářadí a možnost složení pro úsporu místa.
• Stabilní kovová konstrukce s omyvatelným potahem PEVA chránícím před prachem.
• Univerzální využití díky šatní tyči a horní polici v elegantním černém designu.

Objev podobné jako Wenko Skládací skříň z folie PEVA s policí Deep Black, 160 x 50 x 75 cm

Regál Wenko Bahari kombinuje bambusovou konstrukci se dvěma textilními koši a otevřenou policí. Je vhodný pro ukládání v koupelně, ložnici nebo obývacím pokoji. Materiál bambus je odolný a obnovitelný.

• Stabilní konstrukce z přírodního a ekologického bambusu
• Dva odnímatelné textilní koše z odolného polyesteru
• Praktická horní otevřená police pro odkládání

Objev podobné jako Wenko Bambusový regál s 1 policí a 2 koši Bahari, 91 x 34 x 44 cm

Odpadkový koš Wenko Atri s výkyvným víkem má objem 6 litrů a je vyroben z kvalitního plastu. Díky vnitřní nádobě zůstává odpadkový sáček skrytý. Koš je vhodný do koupelny, kuchyně nebo kanceláře.

• Skrytý odpadkový sáček pro čistý vzhled
• Výkyvné víko pro pohodlné vhazování odpadu
• Odolný plast v matné černé barvě
• Objem 6 litrů ideální pro každodenní drobný odpad

Objev podobné jako Wenko Odpadkový koš s výkyvným víkem Atri 6 l, černá