Teller of the Unexpected
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
A concise life of Roald Dahl - much-loved author and creator of numerous iconic literary characters.
Matthew Dennison Book order (chronological)
Matthew Dennison is the author of five critically acclaimed works of non-fiction. His writing delves into profound explorations of individuals and their lives, maintaining a keen analytical perspective. Dennison excels at weaving together historical detail with psychological insight, crafting compelling portraits. His style is meticulous and attentive to nuance, inviting readers into a deep engagement with his subjects.
The Queen
- 512 pages
- 18 hours of reading
"Monarchy in Britain is a mindset - sociological and emotional - seldom scrutinised save by diehard supporters or detractors. Matthew Dennison's new biography of Elizabeth II offers to evaluate a magisterial reign now spanning seven decades and the Queen's record as practitioner of monarchy. The person of the monarch is the closest an ethnically and culturally diverse society comes to a visible representative of past, present and future, although population changes since 1945 have made it impossible for Elizabeth II convincingly to embody the wide-ranging outlooks and aspirations of a muddled demographic. Instead she is understood as the champion of a handful of 'British' values endorsed - if no longer practised - by the bulk of the nation: service, duty, steadfastness, charity, stoicism: a visible definition of an aspect of 'Britishness'."--Provided by publisher.
A brand-new biography of one of the most extraordinary figures of Antiquity.
The Last Princess
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
An evocative telling of the life of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's last- born child, and of a sometimes fraught royal mother-daughter relationship.
The PIP Expanded Guide to the Nikon F80/N80
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
With its combination of sophisticated, high-tech features and extremely reasonable pricing, the Nikon F80/N80 has become a proven winner and one of the most popular cameras on the market. This generously illustrated handbook helps users stretch the camera to its limits, by explaining every aspect of the model’s layout and operation. Find out everything about the basic functions, including focusing and exposure, as well as how to use it out in the field. Take an in-depth look at flash fundamentals, the close-up system, useful lenses, and handy accessories.