Based on exclusive, unprecedented access, the definitive biography of Sir Laurence Olivier, the dashing, self-invented Englishman who became the greatest actor of the twentieth century Sir Laurence Olivier met everyone, knew everyone, and played every role in existence. But Olivier was as elusive in life as he was on the stage, a bold and practiced pretender who changed names, altered his identity, and defied characterization. In this mesmerizing book, acclaimed biographer Terry Coleman draws for the first time on the vast archive of Olivier's private papers and correspondence, and those of his family, finally uncovering the history and the private self that Olivier worked so masterfully all his life to obscure. Beginning with the death of his mother at age eleven, Olivier was defined throughout his life by a passionate devotion to the women closest to him. Acting and sex were for him inseparable: through famous romances with Vivien Leigh and Joan Plowright and countless trysts with lesser-known mistresses, these relationships were constantly entangled with his stage work, each feeding the other and driving Olivier to greater heights. And the heights were great: at every step he was surrounded by the foremost celebrities of the time, on both sides of the Atlantic—Richard Burton, Greta Garbo, William Wyler, Katharine Hepburn. The list is as long as it is dazzling. Here is the first comprehensive account of the man whose autobiography, written late in his life, told only a small part of the story. In Olivier, Coleman uncovers the origins of Olivier's genius and reveals the methods of the century's most fascinating performer.
Admiral Horatio Nelson captures our imaginations like few other military figures. A mixture of tactical originality, raw courage, cruelty, and romantic passion, Nelson in action was daring and direct, a paramount naval genius and a natural born predator. Now, in The Nelson Touch, novelist Terry Coleman provides a superb portrait of Britain's most revered naval figure. Here is a vivid account of Nelson's life, from his childhood and early career at sea--where a high-placed uncle helped speed his advancement to post captain--to gripping accounts of his greatest sea battles. Readers will witness the Battle of the Nile, where Nelson crushed a French squadron of thirteen ships of the line, and the Battle of Trafalgar, where he died at the moment of his greatest triumph. What emerges is a man of strength of mind amounting to genius, frequently generous, always fascinated with women, often uneasy with his superior officers, and absolutely fearless. Nelson was a ruthless commander, whose instinct was not just to defeat the enemy but to annihilate him. Sure to appeal to readers of Patrick O'Brian and other seafaring fiction, as well as all military history and naval history buffs, this is a superbly written biography that gives readers the texture and feel of this magnificent life.
A chance invitation by a friend to attend church reawakened the religious leanings of the author's childhood, and his resulting conversion turned his life in a new direction.
The Wise King is a book that teaches the importance of trusting God. God has a wonderful plan and purpose for each of us. As we obey the Lord, He takes us on adventures that teach us how to be strong in Him.
The Old Vic, one of the world's great theatres, opened in 1818 with rowdy melodrama and continued with Edmund Kean in Richard III howled down by the audience. One impresario, among the first of thirteen to go bankrupt there, fled to Milan and ran La Scala. In 1848 a chorus girl tried to murder the leading lady. In 1870 the Vic became a music hall, then a temperance tavern and, from 1912, under Lilian Baylis, both an opera house and the home of Shakespeare. By the 1930s great actors were happy to go there for a pittance - John Gielgud, Charles Laughton, Peggy Ashcroft, and Laurence Olivier. The Vic considered itself a national theatre in all but name. After the second world war the Royal Ballet and the English National Opera both sprang from the Vic, and the National Theatre, at last established in 1963 under Olivier, made its first home there. In 1980 the Vic was saved from becoming a bingo hall by a generous Toronto businessman. Since 2004 Kevin Spacey, Hollywood actor and the winner of two Oscars, has led a new company there, and toured the world.
PC Gaming: Computer Gaming World's Instant Expert Guide covers everything new game players need to know, such as game genres, terminology, ratings, and new technology, as well as hardware needs, accessories, and how to troubleshoot the most common problems. The free CD includes hot game demos, such as Quake, Star Trek Generations and Command & Conquer Red Alert, which are attractive to avid players, but will also serve as a "try-before-you-buy" sampler for new gamers.
Horatio Nelson was a naval genius and a natural born predator. In his private life he was ruthless. Written with access to letters and documents, Terry Coleman offers a penetrating picture of Nelson in this text.
In this book, I talk about the trials and tests that I endured that led me to the Rock. You may wonder, "What is the Rock or Who is the Rock?" Growing up in a home of Christian parents, I learned the importance of prayer, faith, and favor. These virtues helped me to understand that Jesus is the Rock. Whatever you are going through, you can always lean on The Rock, go to The Rock, or stand on The Rock. God will see you through, just like The Rock saw me through. However, you should fellowship with The Rock daily through prayer, fasting, and reading His Word. Just those things alone will give you peace in life's situations. After reading this book, I want my readers to establish a strong and rich foundation in God. I also desire for each of you to not only have a relationship but a true fellowship with God daily. This book is for youth who may be dealing with depression, anxiety, bullying/cyberbullying, peer pressure, or are unable to cope with life's situations. This book is also for men who may be married, divorced, or single, dealing with the cares of life, careers, raising children, and trying to be a positive role model. This book is for women of all ages who are building their self-esteem or confidence, dealing with motherhood and the pressures of life. Also, to unbelievers, your life will be enhanced by the various testimonies written in this book.
Chronicles the life of Wolsey Lowell, a young, liberally educated Englishwoman, who marries a Massachusetts Puritan minister and finds herself struggling against the rigidity of Puritan life
The Wise King is a book that teaches the importance of trusting God. God has a wonderful plan and purpose for each of us. As we obey the Lord, He takes us on adventures that teach us how to be strong in Him.
Every year hundreds of thousands of service members leave the military for civilian life. As part of this transition, many enroll in a postsecondary education program. The transition from a highly structured military environment to a college or university can be overwhelming for veterans, who may confront a variety of barriers in their quest to earn a degree.Drawing on decades of experience in the military and higher education, Life During College: The Veteran's Guide to Success, provides straightforward guidance for veterans looking to earn a degree. This book discusses the many issues that transitioning veterans are likely to encounter as students, including: The difference between military and college cultureDeveloping effective, efficient study habitsConnecting with your schoolManaging finances and maximizing benefitsCultivating the skills employers are seekingDevising a plan that is practical and engagin
An introduction to the software package DELTA (DEscription Language for TAxonomy) is given. The contribution consists of step by step instructions into the DELTA Editor and the interactive identification program Intkey. It describes how to record taxonomic character information in a database and maintain these data. Standard output functions are simplified in a new starter database. All used commands are commented and it is marked where changes in the command files are required. The paper explains how to generate text descriptions, interactive identification tools, and how to make keys and species diagnoses.
Backpack To Briefcase is a "career success guide" developed for the recent graduate beginning a new career. The topics in this book focus on the essential skills employers want their employees to possess. In addition, Backpack To Briefcase provides you the information you need to advance your career. Give your career a head start on the path to success -- read Backpack To Briefcase! Backpack To Briefcase guides you through the steps to a successful career ... Backpack To Briefcase is unlike other "career advice" books that focus on finding a job. Instead, Backpack To Briefcase was developed as a guide to provide you the tools you need to be successful throughout your career. Backpack To Briefcase is your first step toward a successful career!"--Amazon.com.
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