This dictionary of writers, from the earliest Arabic poets to the bestselling authors of the present day, includes over 6,000 concise and pithy biographies
Rosemary Goring Books
Rosemary Goring is an author celebrated for her profound exploration of the human psyche and intricate interpersonal dynamics. Her writing style is distinguished by its elegance and incisiveness, drawing readers deeply into the inner lives and destinies of her characters. Through compelling narratives, she often delves into themes of identity, memory, and the search for meaning. Her works are valued for their intelligence and emotional resonance.
Homecoming
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
In this book, Rosemary Goring tells the story of Mary’s Scottish years through the often dramatic and atmospheric locations and settings where the events that shaped her life took place and also examines the part Scotland, and its tumultuous court and culture, played in her downfall.
Chambers Biographical Dictionary
- 1604 pages
- 57 hours of reading
20,000 profiles of distinguished people from every age and every walk of life. The coverage is international, and covers all aspects of human endeavour. The dictionary is revised and updated regularly; the previous edition was published in 1984.
Dacre's War
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The sequel to the critically acclaimed After Flodden, a historical novel set in the Scottish Borders.
Scotland: The Autobiography
- 528 pages
- 19 hours of reading
Offers an account of Scotland's history, composed of eye-witness accounts by those who experienced it first-hand. This title features key historic moments - ranging from Bannockburn and Flodden to the SNP parliamentary victory in 2007 - along with an array of readable insights into the everyday life of Scotland through the millennia.
The Unitarians
- 64 pages
- 3 hours of reading