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The world : a family history / by Sebag Montefiore, Simon,1965-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."From the acclaimed author of The Romanovs--a magisterial history of humanity viewed through the lens of its most powerful dynasties In this sprawling and eye-opening book, best-selling historian Simon Sebag Montefiore chronicles the world's great dynasties across human history through engrossing tales of palace intrigue, glorious battle, and the real lives of people who held unfathomable power. He trains his eye on founders of humble origin, like Sargon, the Mesopotamian cupbearer sent to help defeat a rival who returned with an army to dethrone his own king, and Liu Bang, a peasant who became a rebel leader and founded the Han dynasty. Montefiore illuminates the achievements of fearsome emperors, including Yax Ehb Xook, whose Mayan city-state Tikal boasts some of the most monumental ancient architecture that exists today; Jayavarman II, who proclaimed himself "universal king" and whose Khmer empire in South Asia heralded a thousand years of Indic ascendancy; and Ewuare, the African emperor who built a capital city that rivaled any in Europe. He writes, too, about remarkable women rulers, like Hatshepsut, the first female pharaoh, and Maria Theresa, the only woman to rule the Habsburg empire. These families represent the breadth of human endeavor, with bloody civil wars, treacherous conspiracies, and shocking megalomania alongside flourishing culture, moving romances, and enlightened benevolence. A dazzling epic history as spellbinding as fiction, The World is testament to Montefiore's acclaimed career as our poet laureate of power"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Personal narratives.; Kings and rulers; Royal houses; Upper class; World history;

The queen : her life / by Morton, Andrew,1953-author.;
"Renowned biographer Andrew Morton takes an in-depth look at Britain's longest reigning monarch, exploring the influence Queen Elizabeth had on both Britain and the rest of the world for much of the last century. From leading a nation struggling to restore itself after the devastation of the second World War to navigating the divisive political landscape of the present day, Queen Elizabeth was a reluctant but resolute queen. This is the story of a woman of unflagging self-discipline who will long be remembered as mother and grandmother to Great Britain, and one of the greatest sovereigns of the modern era"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Elizabeth II, Queen of Great Britain, 1926-2022.; Queens;

A tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
"The most complete collection of in-depth content regarding Queen Elizabeth II and her childhood, family, life, and reign, A Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II Commemorative Edition is filled with never-before-seen photographs, fascinating articles on major milestones, and more. After the death of her father in 1952, Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne at 25 years old, and this tribute carefully details the monumental events that followed, including her coronation, the birth of the Commonwealth, her influential role as one of the most experienced heads of state in the world, her pivotal state visit to China in 1986, and more. In this touching tribute to one of Britain's most loved monarchs, we explore the woman who has ruled over generations, her legacy, the history of her royal family, and more, with expertly written articles by the most knowledgeable historians and royal family experts, including Scott Reeves, June Woolerton, Jon Wright, and others."--
Subjects: Biographies.; Elizabeth II, Queen of Great Britain, 1926-2022.; Queens;

In memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. [videorecording] : her life in images / by Bhatia, Minoo,film director.; Bruce, Flona,on-screen participant.; Lester, Adrian,on-screen participant.; Peters, Samantha,film director.; Raworth, Sophie,1968-on-screen participant.; Shepherd, Elaine,film director.; Young, Kirsty,on-screen participant.; BBC Studios,publisher.;
Sophie Raworth, Flona Bruce, Adrian Lester, Kirsty Young.Through four extraordinary documentaries, we follow some of Queen Elizabeth II's most defining moments, from her unique coronation to her sympathetic and inspiring speeches. With singular access and painstaking detail, we see how her legend was crafted, and take a peek behind the curtain to get a sense of the woman who was Queen.E.Subtitled for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH).DVD ; wide screen presentation ; Dolby Digital 2.0.
Subjects: Biographical films.; Documentary films.; Historical films.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Elizabeth II, Queen of Great Britain, 1926-2022.; Queens;
For private home use only.

John Brown : Queen Victoria's Highland servant / by Lamont-Brown, Raymond,1939-;
Includes bibliographical references (p. [187]-190) and index.
Subjects: Brown, John, 1826-1883; Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901;
© 2000., Sutton Pub.,

The queen's secret : a rose legacy novel / by George, Jessica Day,1976-;
When a deadly disease breaks out, it is up to Anthea and her friends in the Horse Brigade to transport medicine throughout the kingdom while avoiding Anthea's evil mother and uncovering a powerful secret.LSC
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Mothers and daughters; Kings and rulers; Horses; Human-animal communication; Ability; Diseases;

The pretender / by Harkin, Jo,author.;
"A sweeping historical novel set during the time of the Tudors' ascent"--
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Simnel, Lambert; Pretenders to the throne;

Alexander at the end of the world : the forgotten final years of Alexander the Great / by Kousser, Rachel Meredith,1972-author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 299-388) and index.and index.This biography of Alexander the Great's final years focuses on his seven-year journey through the unknown eastern borderlands of the Persian empire to reach Afghanistan and fulfill his quest to rule the world.
Subjects: Biographies.; Personal narratives.; Alexander, the Great, 356 B.C.-323 B.C.;

The Great. [videorecording] / by Bromilow, Belinda,actor.; Dhawan, Sacha,actor.; Fanning, Elle,1998-actor.; Fox, Phoebe,1987-actor.; Godley, Adam,actor.; Hodge, Douglas,actor.; Hoult, Nicholas,1989-actor.; Hynes, Louis,actor.; Lee, Gwilym,1983-actor.; Wakefield, Charity,1981-actor.; Paramount Television,production company.; Paramount Pictures Corporation,distributor.;
Elle Fanning, Sacha Dhawan, Phoebe Fox, Adam Godley, Douglas Hodge, Louis Hynes, Gwilym Lee, Charity Wakefield, Belinda Bromilow, Nicholas Hoult.It is a satirical, comedic drama, based on the occasional historical fact, about the rise of Catherine the Great. An idealistic romantic young girl, she arrives from Prussia for an arranged marriage to the mercurial Emperor Peter hoping for love and sunshine and finds instead a dangerous, depraved, backward world that she resolves to change. All she has to do is kill her husband, beat the church, baffle the military, and get the court on her side.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.Described video for the blind and visually impaired.Subtitled for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH).DVD, NTSC ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1 DVS.
Subjects: Video recordings for people with visual disabilities.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Television comedies.; Television programs.; Catherine II, Empress of Russia, 1729-1796; Man-woman relationships;
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The Encanto's curse / by De la Cruz, Melissa,1971-author.;
After the mysterious death of her father, MJ Rodriguez, a half-Encanto princess, navigates political intrigue, a possible curse on her realm's throne, and a mysterious knight, Sir Lucas, as she decides whether to open her heart to love amidst the turmoil of Biringan.012+.
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Fantasy fiction.; Novels.; Blessing and cursing; Interpersonal relations; Kings and rulers; Mythology, Philippine; Blessing and cursing; Interpersonal relations; Kings, queens, rulers, etc.; Mythology, Philippine;

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