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"Masterful . . . The collaboration completes the Churchill portrait
in a seamless manner, combining the detailed research, sharp
analysis and sparkling prose that readers of the first two volumes
have come to expect." - Associated Press Spanning the years 1940 to
1965, The Last Lion: Defender of the Realm, 1940-1965 begins
shortly after Winston Churchill became prime minister-when Great
Britain stood alone against the overwhelming might of Nazi Germany.
In brilliant prose and informed by decades of research, William
Manchester and Paul Reid recount how Churchill organized his
nation's military response and defence, convinced FDR to support
the cause, and personified the "never surrender" ethos that helped
win the war. We witness Churchill, driven from office, warning the
world of the coming Soviet menace. And after his triumphant return
to 10 Downing Street, we follow him as he pursues his final policy
goal: a summit with President Dwight Eisenhower and Soviet leaders.
In conclusion, we experience Churchill's last years, when he faces
the end of his life with the same courage he brought to every
battle he ever fought.
Goddess as Nature makes a significant contribution to elucidating
the meaning of a female and feminist deity at the beginning of the
twenty-first century. Bridging the gap between the emergent
religious discourse of thealogy - discourse about the Goddess - and
a range of analytical concerns in the philosophy of religion, the
author argues that thealogy is not as incoherent as many of its
critics claim. By developing a close reading of the reality-claims
embedded within a range of thealogical texts, one can discern an
ecological and pantheistic concept of deity and reality that is
metaphysically novel and in need of constructive philosophical,
thealogical and scholarly engagement. Philosophical thealogy is, in
an age concerned with re-conceiving nature in terms of agency,
chaos, complexity, ecological networks and organicism, both an
active possibility and a remarkably valuable academic, feminist and
religious endeavour.
This is the first full-length, published study of Beethoven's
songs. All the composer's songs with piano are included, with full
German texts and translations, together with comprehensive notes on
the poetry and the music. The inclusion of unfinished songs gives a
fascinating insight into Beethoven's compositional methods. An
introductory essay considers reasons for the relative neglect of
the songs, the significance of Beethoven's choice of texts, his
crucial role in the development of German art-song and specific
aspects such as choice of key. Throughout the book, poetic and
musical texts are discussed in their historical context, and in the
overall context of Beethoven's life and music. It is anticipated
that this book, like its predecessor The Schubert Song Companion,
will encourage the performance and study of an important but
comparatively neglected aspect of the work of the world's most
celebrated composer. -- .
This book is the latest in a series of respected volumes that
provides an up-to-date review of some of the major chemistry topics
related to the oil and gas industry. Divided into four sections, it
looks in turn at the latest developments in environmental issues,
new technology, applications and flow assurance. This reflects the
increasingly important role for chemical technologies in offshore,
deep water and challenging environments, allied to developments of
low environmental impact chemistry. Regulatory strategies are also
discussed, from both the governmental and operational perspective.
Overall, Chemistry in the Oil Industry VII presents the latest
information on developments in the modern oil industry, which will
have an impact on future cost-effectiveness and efficiency. It will
be a valuable resource for professionals and consultants within the
industry, as well as government agencies and laboratory staff.
Goddess as Nature makes a significant contribution to elucidating
the meaning of a female and feminist deity at the beginning of the
twenty-first century. Bridging the gap between the emergent
religious discourse of thealogy - discourse about the Goddess - and
a range of analytical concerns in the philosophy of religion, the
author argues that thealogy is not as incoherent as many of its
critics claim. By developing a close reading of the reality-claims
embedded within a range of thealogical texts, one can discern an
ecological and pantheistic concept of deity and reality that is
metaphysically novel and in need of constructive philosophical,
thealogical and scholarly engagement. Philosophical thealogy is, in
an age concerned with re-conceiving nature in terms of agency,
chaos, complexity, ecological networks and organicism, both an
active possibility and a remarkably valuable academic, feminist and
religious endeavour.
Universally acclaimed for their compelling narrative, their fresh
insights, and their objective renderings of Winston Churchill's
life, THE LAST LION trilogy presents a revelatory and unparalleled
portrait of this brilliant, flawed, and dynamic adventurer,
aristocrat, soldier, and statesman.
Born at the end of the 19th century when Imperial Britain still
stood at the splendid pinnacle of her power, Churchill would
witness the shift a few years later as the Empire hovered on the
brink of a catastrophic new era. One of the greatest wartime
leaders of our time, he would go on to stand alone, politically
isolated in Parliament, as he took the lead in warning of the
growing Nazi threat, and would lead Britain to victory against Nazi
Germany and the Axis powers in World War II.
Now, celebrated historian William Manchester's landmark biographies
are collected together for the first time, along with the eagerly
anticipated final installment Churchill's last years in power. More
than thirty years in the making, THE LAST LION is the definitive
work on this remarkable man whose courageous vision guided the
destiny of a nation during darkly troubled times-and who looms as
one of the greatest figures of our century.
Spanning the years 1940 to 1965, "The Last Lion: Defender of the
Realm" begins shortly after Winston Churchill became prime
minister--when Great Britain stood alone against the overwhelming
might of Nazi Germany. In brilliant prose and informed by decades
of research, William Manchester and Paul Reid recount how Churchill
organized his nation's military response and defense, convinced FDR
to support the cause, and personified the "never surrender" ethos
that helped win the war. We witness Churchill, driven from office,
warning the world of the coming Soviet menace. And after his
triumphant return to 10 Downing Street, we follow him as he pursues
his final policy goal: a summit with President Dwight Eisenhower
and Soviet leaders. And in the end, we experience Churchill's last
years, when he faces the end of his life with the same courage he
brought to every battle he ever fought.
NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY
"The Wall Street Journal - "The Daily Beast" - St. Louis
Post-Dispatch - The Daytona Beach News-Journal - Kirkus Reviews -
Booklist"
"Majestic . . . This book is superb. It has tremendous pace, rich
detail and immense drama."--"The Washington Post"
" "
"Masterful . . . The collaboration completes the Churchill portrait
in a seamless manner, combining the detailed research, sharp
analysis and sparkling prose that readers of the first two volumes
have come to expect."--Associated Press
"Matches the outstanding quality of biographers such as Robert Caro
and Edmund Morris, joining this elite bank of writers who devote
their lives to one subject.""--Publishers Weekly "(starred review)
"Breathtaking . . . brilliant and beautiful, evocative.""--The
Boston Globe"
"A must-read finale for those who loved Manchester's first two
books.""--USA Today"
"The final volume is . . . majestic and inspiring."--"People"
"One of the most thorough treatments of Churchill so far
produced."--"Library Journal" (starred review)
World of Sports is your guide to one of the world's great
obsessions, covering the teams, the games, the venues, the
histories and the personalities that all come together to form
something amazing. Matches that freeze economies. Races that stop
nations. Rivalries that stretch back through centuries. This is the
world of sport, electrifying and fascinating, thrilling and
endlessly revealing. You can't hope to understand a nation without
understanding its pastimes and its passions, and that, so often, is
sport. Organised into sections by world region, World of Sports
features a line-up of sports, events and sporting venues that are
both familiar and obscure, from world-famous match-ups to
little-known quirks. There's also a focus on the world's best
stadiums, and a calendar of sporting events so you can easily plan
your next vacation to tie in with these. This is the ideal book for
sports lovers who want to understand the full gamut of sports
around the world, watch them all on TV and perhaps even travel to
join the locals in their genuine objects of passion. Illustrations
by UK artist Paul Reid.
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