Thomas Harding is a celebrated author whose works are known for their penetrating exploration of complex human stories. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of his subjects, he draws readers into intense narratives that often uncover forgotten events and figures. His writing style is characterized by its accessibility combined with literary depth, making him an author who resonates with a wide range of readers seeking engaging and thought-provoking prose.
Set in Amsterdam, a house with a green door serves as a silent witness to four centuries of human experience, encompassing themes of love, despair, and resilience. It has hosted vibrant lives and endured periods of emptiness and sorrow, notably during wartime persecution. The last resident, Anne Frank, documented her experiences in a diary, transforming the house into a symbol of hope. Lyrical text and beautifully crafted mixed-media illustrations bring the house's history to life, reflecting its profound impact on those who have lived and visited there.
George Weidenfeld and the Golden Age of Publishing
336 pages
12 hours of reading
Focusing on a renowned publisher, the narrative explores how he revolutionized the publishing industry and influenced the broader culture of ideas. It delves into his innovative approaches and the profound impact he had on literature and intellectual discourse, showcasing his role in shaping contemporary thought and the dissemination of knowledge. Through engaging storytelling, the book highlights the intersection of publishing, creativity, and cultural evolution, offering insights into the power of ideas in society.
The captivating story of the famed publisher who transformed not only
publishing but the culture of ideas, from his struggles as an Austrian-Jewish
refugee in London to his rise as a world-renowned literary figure
The story of the slave uprising that took place in the British colony of
Demerara - now Guyana - in the Caribbean in 1823, and its momentous
consequences
Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous century, this poignant narrative follows a small house that, after being seized by the Nazis, becomes a refuge for various families. Through their stories, the house bears silent witness to the trials and tribulations of its inhabitants, illustrating the profound impact of history on personal lives. The exquisite illustrations enhance the emotional depth of this moving tale, offering a unique perspective on resilience and the passage of time.
In the early 1800s Lehmann Gluckstein and his family escaped the pogroms of Eastern Europe and made their way to Whitechapel in the East End of London. There, starting with nothing, they worked tirelessly to pull themselves out of poverty, creating a small tobacco factory that quickly grew to become the largest catering company in the world: J. Lyons. For over a century, Lyons was everywhere. Its restaurants and corner houses were on every high street, its coffee and tea in every cup, its products in every home. By bringing the world to the British people, the company transformed the way we eat, drink and are entertained - democratising luxury and globalising our tastes. But it was a victory that was not easily won - a story of the virtue of hard work, perseverance and an indomitable spirit in the face of repeated obstacles: poverty, hatred and injustice. It is a tale that is rarely told, of an immigrant family's journey from rags to riches: the story of the British Dream. Legacy charts the rise and fall of one of the most influential dynasties in British history through the lives of five astonishing generations, bound together by an unbreakable code. This is a sweeping yet intimate work of history, filled with stories of sacrifice and selflessness, betrayal and personal tragedy, Empire and its cost, and success on an unimaginable scale
