Examines life in fifteenth-century Spain under the rulership of King Ferdinand V and Queen Isabella, and includes a selection of contemporary writings.
A biography of Alexander the Great that discusses his family, education, military campaigns, character, work to spread the Greek language in Asia, death, and other related topics.
an American secretary, her royal destiny, and the inspiring story of how she changed an African village
Bartels, Peggielene
2012
Chronicles the adventures of King Peggy, Peggielene Bartels, a Washington, D.C. secretary who suddenly found that she was king of a town of seven thousand in Ghana, and once there found many challenges to be faced and difficulties to be overcome.
A study of the marriage of the last Russian tsar and tsarina offers psychological insights into their relationship and covers the Empress's ill health, their relationship with confidante Ania Vyrubova, and their reliance on the infamous Rasputin.
Recounts the true story of how speech therapist Lionel Logue helped the Duke of York overcome his lifelong stammer and explores how their unlikely friendship influenced both their lives.
A biography of Great Britain's King George III, discussing the lengths he went to in his efforts to keep the American colonies from gaining independence.
A comprehensive biography of Alexander the Great that includes a timeline, glossary, and a number of photographs and illustrations documenting his life, conquests, allies, and enemies.
