Acclaimed British historian Anthony Everitt delivers a compelling account of the former orphan who became Roman emperor in A.D. 117 after the death of his guardian Trajan. Hadrian strengthened Rome by ending territorial expansion and fortifying existing borders. And - except for the uprising he triggered in Judea - his strength-based diplomacy brought peace to the realm after a century of warfare.
In the spring of 1884 Ulysses S. Grant heeded the advice of MarkTwain and finally agreed to write his memoirs. Little did Grant orTwain realize that this seemingly straightforward decision wouldprofoundly alter not only both their lives but the course ofAmerican literature. Over the next fifteen months, as the two menbecame close friends and intimate collaborators, Grant racedagainst the spread of cancer to compose a triumphant account of hislife and times—while Twain struggled to complete and publish hisgreatest novel, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn . Inthis deeply moving and meticulously researched book, veteran writerMark Perry reconstructs the heady months when Grant and Twaininspired and cajoled each other to create two quintessentiallyAmerican masterpieces. In a bold and colorful narrative, Perry recounts the early careersof these two giants, traces their quest for fame and elusivefortunes, and then follows the series of events that brought themtogether as friends. The reason Grant let Twain talk
Jack is both the first comprehensive one-volume biography of JFKand the first account of his life based on the extensivedocumentary record that has finally become available, includingpersonal diaries, taped conversations from the White House,recently declassified government documents, extensive familycorrespondence, and crucial interviews sealed for nearly fortyyears. Jack provides a much-needed perspective on Kennedy’s bewilderinglycomplex personality, presents a compelling account of the volatilerelationship between Jack and Jackie (including her attempt todivorce him, move to Hollywood, and become a film star), andreveals how JFK forged the modern political campaign and, once inthe White House, modernized the presidency. Jack: A Life Like No Other is a book like no other. Here, at last,John F. Kennedy seems to step off the page in all his vitality,charm, and originality.
Einstein believed in humanity, in a peaceful world of mutualhelpfulness, and in the high mission of science. Intended as a pleafor these beliefs, this book, like no other provides a complete keyto the understanding of this distinguished man's personality.
