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Robert Steele

    Robert Steele crafts insightful explorations into the realms of popular culture and cinema. His work as a writer and editor in independent publishing offers fresh perspectives on cultural phenomena and iconic figures. He has contributed to updated editions of influential texts and produced biographies that delve into the lives of significant personalities within these fields.

    Careless Whispers: The Life & Career of George Michael
    The Story of Alexander
    Orlando Bloom
    • The Story of Alexander

      • 200 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Set in a time of social change, this classic novel explores themes of identity, morality, and the human condition through its richly developed characters. The narrative delves into the struggles and triumphs of individuals facing the pressures of society, offering readers a poignant reflection on the era's values and conflicts. With its insightful commentary and engaging storytelling, the book remains a significant work that resonates with contemporary audiences.

      The Story of Alexander2021
    • The formation of Wham! in the early 1980s with friend Andrew Ridgley. Their success with hits including Young Guns (Go For It), and Club Tropicana and their split in 1986. His success as a solo artist with albums including Faith and Listen Without Prejudice.His legal battle with Sony which cost him millions of his own money.His personal life including his secret boyfriend Anselmo Feleppo who died in 1993, his former muse Kathy Jeung and art dealer Kenny Goss. The drug and sex scandals that eventually led him to be sent to prison in 2010 following a car crash.Includes commentary by those best placed to observe his career - such as former Wham! Manager Simon Napier-Bell.

      Careless Whispers: The Life & Career of George Michael2011
    • Orlando Bloom

      Wherever It May Lead

      • 104 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      For millions of fans, the irresistible pull of the Lord of the Rings film trilogy or Pirates of the Caribbean lies not only in the storylines, but also in the brooding good looks of Orlando Bloom. These lucky breaks to star in blockbuster films were the realization of a dream cherished since childhood and the result of an adolescence spent attending drama school and honing his theatrical talents. Examining Bloom's upbringing in England, as the son of distinguished writer and activist Harry Bloom, and detailing his rise to prominence, the book also covers his personal life - his varied interests, his relationships, and his penchant for extreme sports. Packed with glossy photos and film stills, Orlando Bloom offers a fascinating look at the young actor whose legions of fans continue to grow with each new film.

      Orlando Bloom2004
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