Biography

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This hugely entertaining biography of the founding editor of "The New Yorker" tells the diverting story of how Ross and the brilliant group of people he gathered around him--including James...

All subjects related to the world of espionage are covered in this encyclopedia, from personalities to jargon, and from operations to organizations. 8 pages of photos.

The vivid and masterful story of Isabella Stewart Gardner-creator of one of America's most stunning museums-an American original whose own life was remade by art. Includes archival photos of Isabella's...

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Filled with fresh new research and never-before-seen photos, this updated edition of the definitive biography of Coco Chanel deepens our understanding of the history and legacy of the incredible woman...

'The finest book ever written about England and the English' Stuart Maconie 'J. B. Priestley is one of our literary icons of the 20th Century and it is time that...

Shortlisted for the Edward Stanford Travel Book of the Year 2025 A Financial Times best summer travel book of 2024Travel Book of the Year at the Inspire Global Media Awards...

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