For millions of people, the great soprano Maria Callas (1923-1977) remains the focus of such unparalleled fascination that there is still no higher praise for singers than "...the best since Callas." In this biography, Callas' career is brought brilliantly to life, from her transformation from a chubby, painfully shy girl into a magnificent, celebrated soprano, to her conflict with her larger-than-life image. Huffington makes this struggle, which was at the center of her life, also the center of the biography. Using a wealth of previously unpublished material and numerous first-hand interviews, Huffington documents Callas' interminable conflict with her mother, her deeply emotional relationship with her voice, the gradual unraveling of her first marriage, her passionate love affair with of Aristotle Onassis, her agony and humiliation at his leaving her, and her secret abortion. Views: 34
The classic tale of adventure and the dark secrets of a lost city in the Brazilian jungle, from the acclaimed master of action and suspense. Views: 34
The war-weary veterans of SS Wotan have never had it worse. Left to die in sub-zero temperatures on the Russian Front, encircled by murderous Soviet forces, they face the superior firepower of Josef Stalin's tanks and the merciless Cossack sabres. It seems that Wotan's grim day of reckoning has dawned at last. But defeat is a dirty word to the hardest fighting unit in Europe. Soon the snow is streaked withe crimson as Schulze, Matz and the rest of the unit determine to go down fighting ... ‘Cauldron of Blood' is a spectacular and gripping wartime adventure story. It is perfect for fans of Chris Ryan, Andy McNab, Sven Hassel and Matt Lynn. Praise for Leo Kessler: "A classic wartime adventure from a master of the genre." - Tom Kasey, best-selling author of 'Trade Off'. "A plot worthy of Alistair MacLean, written with the flair of James Patterson. A storming read for fans of World War II action." - Jack Hayes, author of Overtime. Leo Kessler was a prolific author of World War Two adventure stories, who based his stories on his active service during the war in France, Belgium and Germany. Endeavour Press is the UK's leading independent publisher of digital books. Views: 33
Continuing Jean Plaidy's popular Plantagenet series, here is the dramatic story of King Henry the Fifth's rise from wayward youngster to warrior king. Richard the Second is losing his hold on the crown and Henry of Bolingbroke, previously exiled by the king, returns to England to claim it. Richard is deposed and dies mysteriously, murdered some say on the orders of Bolingbroke, now King Henry the Fourth. But Henry finds the crown harder to hold onto than it was to win. He is beset by enemies, hampered by disease, and concerned about the rebellious behaviour of his son. Dominating the court and with his eye on the crown is Harry of Monmouth, whose reckless conduct in low-class taverns with his crony Sir John Oldcastle causes scandal. When the king dies, Harry became King Henry the Fifth, and the change is dramatic for both him and Oldcastle. The licentious youth becomes a great king, and Oldcastle, the rake, turns into a religious reformer. Oldcastle dies a martyr and Harry becomes the conquering hero of Agincourt. The Star of Lancaster is in the ascendant. Harry has brought France to her knees and married her princess. It seems that the long war was at an end. But a greater enemy than the French awaits Harry ... Views: 32
Milo Talon knew the territory and the good men from the bad. He had ridden the Outlaw Trail and could find out things others couldn’t. That was why a rich man named Jefferson Henry hired Milo to hunt down a missing girl. But from the moment Milo began his search, he knew something wasn’t right. Three people had already died, an innocent woman was on the run, and a once sleepy town was getting crowded with hired guns. Suddenly, Milo Talon realized that there were still things he had to learn—about the woman he was trying to find, the man who had hired him, and the murderer who wanted him dead. But most of all, Milo had a few things to learn about himself. And he would have to work fast, because one mistake could cost him his life.…
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Harry Norville’s cousin Frederick vanished in France as a child. So Harry cannot prove he is the rightful heir to Rowanlea until they discover whether Frederick is alive. Until they do, the beautiful Elizabeth refuses to marry him. This infuriates Charlotte, Harry's adoring cousin. When Frederick appears in London and captures Elizabeth's attention, Charlotte determines to help Harry win her. But the best laid plans... Regency Romance by Sally James; previously published by Fawcett Views: 32
Some thing flashed and a great roar deafened the audience. When the smoke and green-tinged vapor cleared, a lamviin alien - what was left of it, anyway - lay dead before the horrified gaze of several hundred eyewitnesses. Responsibility for solving the crime lay squarely on the three shoulders of Bucketeer-Inquirer Mav. But the windowless rokm had been locked, no one saw the killer, and the murder weapon itself was a mystery. Views: 31
Erin had a profound distrust of all men Nothing in her life had persuaded her to think otherwise--from her father to the men she met in her daily routine. Was Josh Hawke any different? His proposition indicated not, but he had recognized her need for human warmth and had responded with kindness and comfort. Her situation was desperate and left her with little choice but to accept it. Then why was he so angry when she did, accusing her of a lack of self-respect? Views: 31
From kidnapped collegian to a woman’s slave, from landless fugitive to warrior-captain, the life of Jason Marshall on Earth’s orbital twin was a constant struggle against the naked power and barbaric traditions of glorious Gor. Now, in the heat of a desperate naval battle against overwhelming odds, Jason faced the pivotal hours of his Gorean career. For him victory would mean a homeland, a warrior’s honors, and the lovely Earthgirl who was the prize he had long sought. Defeat would mean degradation worse than the chains he had once escaped. GUARDSMAN OF GOR is the blazing climax of this saga of one man against an entire world. Views: 30
'I ain't never come across two colder, one-track-minded men in all my life. And if I had to choose between the two of them, I'd have to say Barnaby Gold has the makin's of bein' the coldest.' The storekeeper who had spat before, did it again. And brought the group discussion to an end when he growled: 'As cold as all them graves he's dug.' Views: 29
Morag Fleming, the Countess of Murr, had been bride to the most lecherous lord in Scotland - yet the ravishingly lovely girl had never been touched. So it was that Morag had never borne a child - yet as a young widow, she arrived in London with a fine son in tow. Her background had left her ignorant of the follies and fopperies of fashion - yet soon all of society was at her feet. Most incredible of all, she knew so little about the ways and wiles of love - yet set her heart upon none other than the devastatingly handsome, charming, and wealthy Lord Toby Freemantle, who could have any woman he wanted, and was clearly not interested in her. Views: 29
Back Cover:Star Trek II: Distress CallThe U.S.S. Enterprise has just received a fractic call for help from the vicinity of the unknown planet of Varda III. An archeological team from Luna University has disappeared without a trace. Lost? Trapped? Hurt? Their fading call offers no clues.Join Admiral Kirk and Mr. Spock, along with your other favorite STAR TREK II characters, on a fantastic rescue mission to an alien planet. Plot your own journey through eerie passages, incredible dangers and bizarre happenings.This is an adventure with as many twists and turns as your imagination allows. And it's up to you to determine how the story ends. YOU are in command!A Wanderer BookPublished by Simon & Schuster Views: 28
FOR “DIRTY HARRY” CALLAHAN, IT’S A LABOR OF HATE WHEN HE BUSTS A LABOR RACKETEER!
There are some guys in this world even dirtier than Harry Callahan. Like union czar Matt Braxton, the biggest deal on the docks. He’s corrupt enough to be cozy with the Mob, rich enough to afford friends in the highest places, and ruthless enough to kill anything that stands in his way. Dirty Harry’s standing there all right—and he doesn’t intend to give an inch. Views: 28
