Greg King is an American author celebrated for his biographies of significant historical figures. He specializes in late Imperial Russia and Edwardian-era royalty, focusing his extensive works on social history and the lives of monarchs. King's writing is characterized by deep historical research combined with engaging storytelling that immerses readers in the past. His expertise is frequently called upon for historical documentaries, underscoring his profound command of the subject.
"Long before the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, came the first scene-stealing American divorcée to win the heart of a British royal--and forever change the House of Windsor and the lineage of future kings..."--Back cover
The tragic story behind 'the shot that rang around the world' - the assassination of Franz Ferdinand and his beloved wife in Sarajevo in June 1914The tragic story behind 'the shot that rang round the world' - the assassination of Franz Ferdinand and his beloved wife in Sarajevo in June 1914
Praise for The Court of the Last Tsar"Any book by Greg King is a book to be kept and savored. He has not only given us a fresh, clear-eyed, and often startling new look at the life of the last Romanovs, but also lived up to the promise of his title. He has shown us how the whole enterprise worked, from Tsar Nicholas to his lowest cook and chambermaid. This book is a great work of scholarship--and a wonderful read."--Peter Kurth, author of Tsar: The Lost World of Nicholas and Alexandra and Anastasia: The Riddle of Anna Anderson"A mammoth, monumental achievement. No other book captures the essence and the entire scope of life at the court of Nicholas II. It's a thoroughly enjoyable and encyclopedic masterpiece that will be a major source for historians and biographers for years to come."--Marlene A. Eilers, author of Queen Victoria's Descendants and publisher of Royal Book News"Greg King has truly written a tour de force. The book is extremely well researched, has over 100 illustrations and is, quite simply, marvelous."--Coryne Hall, author of Little Mother of Russia, Once a Grand Duchess, and Imperial Dancer"Greg King is emerging as one of the leading authorities in today's liveliest field of Russian studies, and this is a major contribution to the study of late Imperial Russia."--Joseph T. Fuhrmann, author of Rasputin and the editor of The Complete Wartime Correspondence of Tsar Nicholas II and the Empress Alexandra
Greg King and Penny Wilson turn the original crime of the century on its head in this riveting new exploration of the murder trial of Leopold & Loeb.
The Truth About Prince Felix Youssoupov And The Mad Monk Who Helped Bring Down The Romanovs
A recreation of the death of Rasputin, following recent revelations from the police files of St Petersburg. On 16th December 1916, Rasputin visited the palace of the second richest man in Russia, Prince Felix Youssoupov. Leading a group of conspirators, the Prince apparently set out to murder him.
The Konstantinovichi Grand Dukes and the Last Years of the Romannov Dynsty
In December 1936, King Edward VIII abdicated the throne to marry Wallis Warfield Simpson, a twice-divorced American, marking one of the century's most captivating love stories. Wallis became a prominent figure, shrouded in intrigue and controversy until her death in 1986. Despite a wealth of biographies, most portray her with animosity. This account delves into the layers of rumor and accusation to uncover the woman behind the legend. It explores Wallis's influence over her husband, their tumultuous relationship with the British Royal Family, and their connections to Hitler and the Third Reich. From her Gilded Age beginnings in Pennsylvania to her Parisian death, the narrative traverses a world of privilege, love, and societal conflict, populated by notable figures such as Lady Diana Cooper, Noel Coward, and Winston Churchill. Utilizing previously untapped sources, the author offers a comprehensive and sympathetic portrayal of Wallis, addressing wild speculations about her past and her role in the abdication crisis. Wrongly blamed for the turmoil, she endured years of hostility from the Royal Family and the public. The truth reveals a far more complex and fascinating figure than the simplistic narratives of the past.
