Gillian Bradshaw Knihy

She is a woman in conflict with her time. Gillian Bradshaw's acclaimed novel portrays the last days of the Roman Empire through the eyes of Charis of Ephesus, a young noblewoman struggling to escape the narrow domestic straitjacket of convention. Spurred on by her family's attempts to marry her off to the cruel governor Festinus, Charis disguises herself as a eunuch and runs away to Alexandria. It is her dream - a seemingly impossible dream for a woman in AD 371 - to study the arts of Hippocratic medicine and to become a physician...

Set in ancient Greece, this historical narrative reimagines the life of a brilliant mathematician and philosopher, exploring his intellectual journey and the challenges he faces. The story delves into his groundbreaking ideas and the societal context of his time, highlighting his struggles against the backdrop of political turmoil and personal relationships. Through vivid storytelling, it brings to life the complexities of genius and the impact of his work on future generations.

Děj tototo historického románu se odehrává v roce 16. př.n.l. a je barvitým příběhem mladého alexandrijského kupce, který touží uplatnit se v Římě. Hlavní hrdina, mladý řecký obchodník Hermogenes, přijíždí z rodné Alexandrie do Říma. Na každém kroku se setkává s opovržením a nedůvěrou vůči Řekům. Přijíždí za nepříjemnou záležitostí, chce vymoci dvanáct let starý dluh. Dostává se do těžké situace, jeho dlužník je sám konzul Rufus, který bezostyšně využívá svého postavení a Hermogenovi ostře vyhrožuje. Ten však trvá na svých nárocích a dožaduje se spravedlnosti i za cenu, že se sám ocitá v nebezpečí života.

London, 1647. Lucy Wentor, attacked by soldiers during the civil war and then rejected by her sweetheart, finds a job in publishingNand excitement, love, and independence soon follow.

When the warship Atalanta encounters a pirate vessel off the Lycian coast, her crew find themselves caught up in affairs of state more deadly than the naval battles they're accustomed to. Among the pirates' victims is a beautiful woman who is fleeing to her lover's enemy with news that will start a war to engulf the whole of the east.

Focusing on the extraordinary life of Julius Caesar, this book explores his military genius, political acumen, and the vast empire he built. It delves into his conquests, strategies, and the impact of his leadership on the Roman world. The narrative also examines the complexities of his character and the historical context that shaped his rise to power, highlighting the legacy he left behind as one of history's most formidable figures.

Set against the backdrop of ancient Alexandria, the story follows Hermogenes, a young Greek nobleman whose life is irrevocably altered by Cleopatra's ambitions. Captured in his youth, he witnesses the downfall of his society as Rome's imperial might crushes his people. The narrative explores themes of identity and cultural conflict, highlighting the disdain with which Romans regard the Alexandrian Greeks, despite their rich heritage. Hermogenes' journey reflects the struggle between personal and national identity amidst the chaos of conquest.

A biomedical thriller - When Alison Greenall arrives in California to visit the father who walked out when she was a baby, she isn't sure what to expect, but it certainly isn't what she discovers. Her father has just had his research lab broken into by activists, and a violent pro-lifer is hanging about claiming he's been framed. Alison just wants to get to know her father, but how far can she trust him?

Frankreich zur Zeit der Kreuzzüge. Marie, die Erbin von Chalandrey, verliebt sich in einen ehrenvollen, geheimnisumgebenen Ritter.