Daisy Goodwin es una destacada productora de televisión del Reino Unido cuyo trasfondo en historia y cine informa su distintivo estilo narrativo. Posee un talento notable para dar vida a figuras históricas e historias olvidadas para las audiencias contemporáneas. A través de su prolífica obra tanto en televisión como en literatura, Goodwin introduce a nuevos lectores a los placeres perdurables de la narrativa. Su habilidad para entrelazar narrativas cautivadoras a través de diferentes medios resalta su singular importancia literaria.
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"The second tie-in to ITV drama Victoria unveils the complex, passionate relationship of Victoria and Albert. What happened after the Queen married her handsome prince? Did they live happily ever after, or did their marriage, like so many royal marriages past and present fizzle into a loveless bond of duty? Victoria and Albert were the royal couple that broke the mould - it may have been an arranged match, yet their union was a passionate, tempestuous relationship between two extremely strong-willed individuals. Despite the fact that they were first cousins they could not have been more different people - she was impulsive, emotional, capricious, while he was cautious, self-controlled, and logical. But together they became the most successful royal couple there had ever been, and this book reveals the private and the public face of Victoria and Albert's marriage. Using their letters and diaries, Victoria and Albert charts the constant ebb and flow of power between the couple, and presents a picture of a very modern marriage. This companion book, full of rich historical detail, takes fans deeper into that period than ever before. Discover the inner workings behind the scenes, with profiles of all the major characters, interviews with the actors and fascinating, in-depth information on the production, the costumes and the props." -- provided by publisher.
From the first flush of love, through courtship and vows of eternal fidelity, to serving the writs and drowning your sorrows, 'The Nation's Favourite Love Poems' will meet all your romantic requirements.
From Dr. Spock to Gina Ford and beyond, there are a slew of childcare experts eager to pass on their advice. Unfortunately for new moms and dads, the advice can often vary dramatically, leaving most parents feeling hopelessly confused. With the benefit of real parents' wisdom paired with wit, insight and empathy, Daisy Goodwin navigates every maddening twist of the maze of experts' advice in this must-have resource and provides an oasis of sanity for all stressed new parents. All the themes of babyhood—from sleeping to breastfeeding—are covered addressed through the methods and approaches that have worked best for real parents. Funny and consoling, this guide shows that experts aren’t always right, and that it’s ok to raise your child your way.
When times are tough - whether because of illness, bereavement or receiving bad news - it can be hard to find the right words. Grouping the poems by theme - from 'Hearing Bad News' to 'How To Carry On' - this gem of a book features contributions from classical poets such as John Keats, Emily Bronte, W.H.
A self-help poetry anthology to smooth out the stresses and woes of adult life! Is your way of life doing serious damage to your mental health? Are you spending more time in meetings and traffic jams than you are in bed? Does everyone around you appear to be richer, happier and have thinner thighs? Have you started reading the lonely-hearts column for more than a good laugh? Are you spending more on scented candles than on food? If any of the above sounds familiar then you need '101 Poems To Keep You Sane', a collection of poems to help you weather a whole range of threats to your sanity, from things that merely ruffle the calm surface of life -- under headings such as 'Domestic Goddess of Anxiety' and 'Flatpack Frenzy' (for anyone who has shopped at Ikea) -- to the storms and hurricanes of heartbreak and despair in the 'Getting Over It' and 'Emotional Rescue' sections. With poetic offerings from writers as diverse as John Dryden to Maya Angelou, this book is essential for anyone who wants to put their life back in perspective.
From the author of the bestselling, MY LAST DUCHESS - and for any fans of Downton Abbey.
Cora Cash has grown up in a world in which money unlocks every door. Her coming-out ball promises to be the most opulent of the gilded 1890s, a fitting debut for New York's 'princess'. Yet her fortune cannot buy her the one thing she craves - the freedom to choose her own destiny.For Cora's mother has her heart on a title for her daughter, and in England - where they are bound, to find Cora a husband - impoverished blue bloods are queuing up for introductions to American heiresses. But the aristocracy is a treacherous realm. When Cora loses her heart to a man she barely knows, she soon realises that she is playing a game she does not fully understand - and that her future happiness is the prize.Daisy Goodwin's sparking debut brings the fin de si�cle romance between England and America to exuberant life.
Brand-new for 2024! Bestselling Daisy Goodwin returns with a heartbreaking, powerful novel about the legendary Maria Callas
The narrative explores a scandalous romance between a renowned opera singer and a wealthy magnate, delving into the complexities of their relationship against a backdrop of fame and fortune. The author, Daisy Goodwin, weaves a tale that highlights the struggles and passions of these iconic figures, offering a glimpse into the world of opera and high society. Themes of love, ambition, and societal expectations are intricately portrayed, making for a captivating historical romance.
Featuring one original short story for each of London's 33 boroughs, this anthology captures the essence of the city through narratives of movement and change. Each story reflects the unique character and diversity of its respective borough, offering a vivid portrayal of London that transcends visual representation. Published in two volumes, it stands as a remarkable tribute to the city's rich tapestry of life and culture.