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Charles and Camilla: portrait of a love affair
Par Gyles Daubeney Brandreth. 2005
The biographer of the Queen and Prince Philip presents a portrait of their son, Charles, and of Camilla, the great-granddaughter…
of Edward VII's mistress, Alice Keppel. It is the first book that goes behind the headlines and gives a context to the affair that has been making news for thirty years. 2005.Diana: closely guarded secret
Par Ken Wharfe, Robert Jobson. 2002
Reveals the truth about the Princess's relationships, including her infatuation with James Hewitt and Oliver Hoare; accounts of exotic trips…
around the world; an insider's view of the 'War of the Waleses', and Diana's desire to escape the 'gilded cage' of royalty; how Charles and Diana managed their separate love lives with the help of loyal retainers; a searing, expert indictment of the errors in security and protection that led to the Princess's death. 2002.In a gilded cage: American Heiresses Who Married British Aristocrats
Par Marian Fowler. 1993
Between 1870 and 1914, hundreds of America's wealthiest heiresses married into Europe's titled families. Of the 100 who married into…
British nobility, Marian Fowler portrays the lives of five who captured the highest prize -- a duke. 1993.Imperial legend: the disappearance of Tsar Alexander I
Par Alexis S Troubetzkoy. 2002
In 1825, at the age of 48, Tsar Alexander, a sturdy man in excellent health, died under mysterious circumstances. Rumour…
had it that the Tsar had faked his death in order to shed the burdens of the throne, a position he had reluctantly assumed after his father was assassinated, and escaped into self-imposed exile. This book attempts to unravel the mystery surrounding the death of Tsar Alexander I and offers up an explanation of what really happened to the leader of one of the world's most powerful nations. 2002.Chicken Soup for the Gardener's Soul celebrates the magic of gardening - the feeling of satisfaction that comes from creating…
something from nothing; the physical and spiritual renewal gained after a day in the garden; and the special moments spent in nature with friends and family. Written by hobbyists and celebrity gardeners, the stories relate the joys and challenges of gardening, with chapters on Blossoming Friendships, The Family Tree, Love in Bloom, The Seasons of Life, Overcoming Obstacles and Potpourri. 2000.City gardens: Creative Urban Gardens And Expert Design Ideas
Par Liz Primeau, Ed Primeau Liz. 2004
A tour of gardens across Canada, covering: Small Gardens, Classic Gardens, Perennial Gardens, Family Gardens, and Serenity Gardens. Offers landscape…
designers' strategies for making small spaces look bigger, dark spaces look brighter, and condominium buildings less noticeable. There are also step-by-step instructions for family projects and advice on subjects ranging from growing roses to building a bog. 2004.Crazy about gardening: reflections on the sweet seductions of a garden
Par Des Kennedy. 1994
Elizabeth: a biography of Her Majesty the Queen
Par Sarah Bradford. 1996
Published in the year of the Queen's 70th birthday, this biography draws on private archives and interviews with political figures,…
former palace employees, and friends of Elizabeth II, some of whom have not shared their stories before. 1996.Better house and planet: Over 500 Tips For Efficient Housekeeping
Par Marjorie Harris. 1991
Daughters of the Winter Queen: four remarkable sisters, the crown of Bohemia, and the enduring legacy of Mary, Queen of Scots
Par Nancy Bazelon Goldstone. 2018
Elizabeth Stuart's life was transformed when her father, James I, ascended to the illustrious throne of England. Her marriage to…
a German count far below her rank was arranged with the understanding that James would help her husband achieve the crown of Bohemia. Her father's terrible betrayal of this promise would ruin "the Winter Queen," as Elizabeth would forever be known, imperil the lives of those she loved, and launch a war that would last thirty years. 2018.Home sweet maison: the French art of making a home
Par Danielle Postel-Vinay. 2018
This book is a narrative-meets-lifestyle guide that will inspire readers to model their own living spaces in the French style,…
using French concepts and routines to change our homes (and thus our relationships and our lives) for the better. 2018.Francis I: the maker of modern France
Par Leonie Frieda. 2018
King Francis I was the founder of modern France, whose personality shaped his kingdom into the first European superpower. Francis…
was also the prototype Frenchman--a national identity was molded on his character. With access to private archives, Leonie Frieda explores the life of the man who was the most human of the monarchs of the period--and yet, remains the most elusive. 2018.Great Harry: the extravagant life of Henry VIII
Par Carolly Erickson. 2014
In lively, absorbing prose that rivals the finest literary fiction, prize-winning historian Carolly Erickson recreates the life of the notorious…
Tudor king, Henry VIII. In his youth as a charming national hero, his reign as a monstrous king, and his final days as a tottering old man, Erickson draws a thoroughly convincing portrait of one of English history's most notorious characters. 2014.Dee offers a practical solution for organizing one's home, office, and life by eliminating clutter, creating an empowering office space,…
finding peace amidst the chaos of life, and enhancing order and serenity. 2007.George III: a personal history
Par Christopher Hibbert. 2000
George III is portrayed as not only a competent ruler during most of his reign, but also as a patron…
of the arts and sciences, a man of wit and intelligence. Indeed, he was a man who greatly enhanced the reputation of the British monarchy until he was finally stricken with a rare hereditary disease. 2000.Gardening grief & glory: Ed Lawrence answers your gardening questions
Par Ed Lawrence, Liane E Benoit. 2006
For more than two decades Ed Lawrence has shared his encyclopedic knowledge of the horticultural world with callers to his…
radio show. He’s compiled the best of those queries and answers into a practical, hands-on compendium of horticultural peril and redemption. Explores the tragedy of drought, infestation, wilt and other horticultural hazards and offers practical insights and readily-rendered solutions. Whether your dahlias are drooping, your maples are moping or your grass has grubs, Ed Lawrence has all the answers! 2006.Healing the eye the natural way: alternative medicine and macular degeneration
Par Edward Kondrot. 2000
A look at how to heal and care for your eyes with nutrition, vitamin therapy, mineral therapy, homeopathy, microcurrent stimulation,…
and chelation therapy. Includes exercises and tips for everyday living. 2001.Frederick the Great: the magnificent enigma
Par Robert B Asprey. 1986
Biography of the Hohenzollern King of Prussia, military strategist, statesman, and patron of the arts. Part of the enigma of…
the title is that as a young prince he was known for "effeminate, lascivious, and womanly activities", he was later recognized as an active military genius. Some strong language. 1986.Getting started in garden railroading: build the railroad of your dreams-- in your own backyard
Par Allan W Miller. 2001
Simple, easy-to-follow steps for an operating railway designed for year-round enjoyment. Begins with the most frequently asked questions posed by…
beginners, and continues with information on planning, design, foundation preparation, trackwork, power and control systems, landscaping, scenic details, and operation. 2001.Glaucoma: a patient's guide to the disease, fourth edition
Par Graham E Trope. 2011