Gregori Rasputin is probably one of the best known, but least understood of the key figures in the events which ultimately led to the downfall of the Russian Tsars some 90 years ago. His political rol
A unique insight into how Ian Fleming created by inspiration—and sometimes plagiarism—the legend of James BondThe book centers on Ian Fleming the man, his contradictions, and his public and private pe
Prince Albert Victor, King Edward Vll's (r. 1901–10) first son and heir to the throne, popularly known as Eddy, has virtually been airbrushed out of history. Eddy was as popular and charismatic
A compendium of the year's milestone stories and watershed events in popular culture and politics. This year alone saw The Beatles' first No 1, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech, the B
William Melville was one of the most influential counter - espionage figures of the twentieth century. This work presents the true story of the real 'M', William Melville, MI5's founding father and th
If your dream is to be an airline pilot, or you would like to know what it takes, this book reflects the experiences, thoughts, and findings of a trainee pilot throughout the journey that took him in
