[Read by James Langton]A meticulously researched historical tour de force in the style of the bestselling In the Garden of Beasts. Historian Andrew Morton's 17 Carnations combines his considerable research background with his proven talent for addictive and readable narrative, giving us a true story steeped in intrigue, suspense, and historical drama. 17 Carnations tells the story of the feckless Edward VIII, Duke of Windsor, and his wife Wallis Simpson, whose affair with Joachim von Ribbentrop embroiled the duke in a German plot to use him as a puppet king during their takeover of the British Empire. Although we know that the war ended with Hitler's defeat, Edward's story was far from over. The duke's collaboration with Hitler had resulted in piles of correspondence between them. This damning correspondence, now hidden in a German castle that had fallen to American soldiers, could forever tarnish the reputation of the royal family. 17 Carnations reveals, for the first time in history, the story of the cover-up of those letters, starting with a daring heist - by order of Churchill and the king themselves - to bring the letters back safely to England and out of American hands. Morton's unique experience and training make him the perfect person to tell this story as it's never been told before, fusing history and entertainment to create a vivid, atmospheric chronicle of the Windsors' darkest secrets. The shadowy connection between the House of Windsor, the German aristocracy, and Hitler has hovered on the edge of public consciousness for decades, but no royal biography or historical chronicle has been able to tell the full story - until now. Drawing on FBI documents, material from the German and British Royal Archives, and the personal correspondence of Churchill, Truman, Eisenhower, and the Windsors themselves, 17 Carnations is a dazzling historical drama full of adventure, intrigue, and startling revelations by a master of the genre.

A revealing assessment of the Princess's adult life, written by the biographer that she herself chose In his extraordinary new study of Diana's last five years, Andrew Morton employs all his formidable skills as a researcher and investigative writer to set down what is all too often an edgy tale of bad faith, betrayal and cynical manipulation. Figures such as her sometime lover James Hewitt, her butler Paul Burrell and Prince Charles's valet Michael Fawcett have emerged since her untimely death, while intriguing comments that Diana made to Morton in taped conversations, and which have never been published, have become supremely important in view of subsequent events. Friends, advisers and colleagues, interviewed now, feel a far greater freedom in speaking of her than once they did. In what is bound to be seen as the definitive study of the Princess in the most crucial period of her short life, DIANA: IN PURSUIT OF LOVE provides the last word on one of the best-loved figures of our era.

On 16 November 2010, the long-awaited engagement of HRH Prince William to Miss Catherine Middleton was formally announced, with a London wedding promised for April 2011. Andrew Morton, the leading royal biographer famous the world over for his million-copy bestselling, authorized biography of Diana, Princess of Wales, will write a full-length biography of William and his new bride. Morton has followed the prince's life since birth and has unrivalled insight into the royal family. This handsomely produced volume will feature beautiful colour photographs throughout with a lengthy section devoted specifically to the wedding, making this book both a celebration and keepsake of the most eagerly awaited royal wedding since 1981.

Despite all the headlines, what do we know about the real Angelina Jolie? Award-winning biographer Andrew Morton, whose books forever changed the world's perception of Princess Diana and Tom Cruise, finally brings us the inside story of the smiling, glamorous woman whom Forbes named the most powerful celebrity in the world. The daughter of actor Jon Voight, Angelina appeared in her first movie at the age of seven. She won an Oscar for Girl, Interrupted, shared a shocking kiss with her brother at the awards ceremony, and wore a vial of her second husband's blood around her neck. Of late, however, the wild child with a heart and mind of her own, and the tattoos to show for it, has transformed herself into a U.N. Goodwill Ambassador and world-renowned humanitarian, with the equally glamorous Brad Pitt by her side. ''Why do women dream of having the life of Angelina Jolie? Because the actress is the embodiment of having it all.''--quote fromHarper's Bazaar.

An intimate portrait of the late Princess of Wales describes her public and private life, discusses her attitudes toward motherhood and public service, and includes her direct comments on the events of her life

An unauthorized portrait of the famous British celebrity couple offers insight into their real lives behind the sensationalized personalities, in an account that discusses their experiences of family life, their efforts to balance their professional and personal arenas, and their high-profile careers. Reprint.

A whimsical book in which Mel Gibson offers tips for career success, romance, keeping fit, money matters, and surviving a nuclear apocalypse.

Chronicles the life and career of the internationally known singer.

This biography was produced with the full co-operation and input of the Princess. Following the tragic and sudden death of the Princess in August 1997, the book has been fully revised to contain new material and photographs and is designed to stand as a tribute to her.

Recounts the accidental flooding of the Quecreek mine near Somerset, Pennsylvania, the escape of nine miners, the rescue efforts that resulted in eventually freeing the nine others that were trapped below, and the public celebration.

Recounts how an improper relationship and broken confidences led to threats of jail, public humiliation, and prejudgment in the media.

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