Stanley Weintraub Knihy

Životopis muže, který dokázal překonat druhořadé postavení královského manžela a stal se významnou postavou britských dějin.

Monografie zachycující životní osudy i umělecké názory amerického malíře Jamese Whistlera (1834-1903), který prožil svůj život v Londýně.

Includes the following works: Novels- The Portrait of Dorian Gray; Plays-Salome and The Importance of Being Earnest; Writings-De Profundis, Critic as Artist, and Phrases and Philosophies for the Use of the Very Young; and selections from Lady Windermere's Fan, An Ideal Husband, and A Woman of No Importance. The Picture of Dorian Gray, Salome and The Importance of Being Earnest are accompanied by Wilde's prison memoirs, poems, and selected correspondence

At twenty, "the Fra Angelico of Satanism," as Roger Fry was to call Aubrey Beardsley, was working as an obscure clerk in a London life insurance company. Three years later he was the most notorious--and perhaps the most influential--artist in England. His controversial drawings for Oscar Wilde's Salome were so daring and different that someone quipped that Wilde's play illustrated Beardsley's art. His work as art editor of the two most famous magazines of the 1890's, The Yellow Book and The Savoy, consolidated his fame although he was unreasonably dragged into the Wilde scandal and nearly destroyed by it. By the time he produced his strikingly scabrous drawings for a pornographer publisher's Lysistrata he was dying, yet still incredibly productive. But he had already indelibly stamped the age with his name. In a front-page review in the New York Times Book Review in 1967, art critic John Russell wrote of Beardsley that "as a biography--a life's story" the book "needs no successsor." Aubrey Beardsley: Imp of the Perverse began as an updating of the original biography but new material at hand and the need to reinterpret Beardsley from the perspective of augmented life-records made a mere updating impractical, especially since the climate for publishing has become far more receptive to truth in biography, however explicit.

Focusing on Douglas MacArthur's pivotal role during the Korean War, this account highlights the conflict as a brutal chapter in American military history, marked by significant loss and the first confrontation with Communist forces. With thirty-five thousand American lives lost in just three years, the war's intensity surpasses that of Vietnam. The narrative explores MacArthur's complex character, showcasing his flamboyance and brilliance amid the harrowing backdrop of a war that nearly escalated to nuclear confrontation, while also addressing the ongoing mystery of six thousand missing in action.

Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, the story explores the arranged betrothal between young Charlotte and her wealthy cousin Lionel, highlighting their unexpected romance amidst societal challenges. Their marriage endures numerous trials, including personal tragedies and societal prejudices, as Lionel rises to prominence as England's first Jewish Parliament member. Through access to Rothschild family archives, Stanley Weintraub unveils their compelling love story and offers insights into the complexities of their lives and the era they navigated.

This history of the Revolutionary War offers a dual perspective, exploring the experiences and motivations of both the colonists seeking independence and the colonizers striving to maintain control. By examining the conflict through these contrasting viewpoints, the narrative provides a nuanced understanding of the complexities and dynamics that shaped this pivotal moment in history.

The narrative explores the interconnected lives of Eisenhower, MacArthur, and Marshall, highlighting their significant impact during pivotal moments from the two world wars through the Cold War. By delving into their personal traits and decisions, the book illustrates how these three influential figures shaped not only the course of American history but also the global landscape, emphasizing the profound effect individuals can have on world events.

The biography reveals Prince Albert's significant yet often overlooked influence during his time, positioning him as a pivotal figure alongside other notable personalities of the era. Stanley Weintraub draws on extensive research to illuminate Albert's contributions and character, challenging previous perceptions and highlighting his legacy in shaping the Victorian age.