Ian Kelly Libros

In this fascinating new biography Ian Kelly reveals the man who changed the way we dress forever - and how his life reflects upon and has influenced our own 21st century culture.

Vivienne Westwood is one of the icons of our age; fashion designer, activist, co-creator of punk, global brand and grandmother; a true living legend. Both her name and brand are recognised the world over, whilst at home in the UK she has attained National Treasure status as the nation's favourite fearless female icon.

A recipe-enhanced profile of one of history's most prolific culinary writers draws on the subject's memoirs to trace his rise from Paris orphan to international celebrity, a journey during which he traveled throughout Europe and Russia and prepared sumptuous feasts for royal families. Reprint.

Ian Kelly's revelatory history of the world's greatest lover was chosen as the Sunday Times Biography of the Year.

Exploring elite behavior in authoritarian regimes, this work delves into the dynamics of elite support during popular uprisings. It categorizes the elites backing autocrats into three distinct groups: the military, the single-party, and the personalist. The author examines the reasons behind elites withdrawing their support for incumbents, providing insights into the interplay between authority and popular dissent.