Mary S. Lovell Livres

A biography of one of the most remarkable women of the Tudor era - next to Queen Elizabeth the most powerful woman in England.

*A fascinating 'dual' biography of Richard and Isabel Burton.

*The story of one of the most famous of all British families - the Churchills

Chronicles the life of a sixteenth-century impoverished nobleman's daughter who rose to become one of England's most wealthy and powerful women, in an account that describes her four marriages, witness to four monarchies, and building of the great house at Chatsworth. By the author of The Sisters.

THE MITFORD GIRLS tells the true story behind the gaiety and frivolity of the six Mitford daughters - and the facts are as sensational as any novel: Nancy, whose bright social existence masked an obsessional doomed love which soured her success; Pam, a countrywoman married to one of the best brains in Europe; Diana, an iconic beauty, who was already married when at 22 she fell in love with Oswald Moseley, the leader of the British fascists; Unity, who romantically in love with Hitler, became a member of his inner circle before shooting herself in the temple when WWII was declared; Jessica, the family rebel, who declared herself a communist in the schoolroom and the youngest sister, Debo, who became the Duchess of Devonshire.This is an extraordinary story of an extraordinary family, containing much new material, based on exclusive access to Mitford archives.

When she disappeared in 1937 over a shark-infested sea, Amelia Earhart had lived up to her wish - internationally famous, a daring and pioneering aviator, and ambassador extraordinary for the United States. Mary Lovell's biography examines a legend to reveal the pressures and influences that drove Amelia.

The narrative explores the rich history of the Churchill family, highlighting their political and military triumphs alongside personal tragedies and complex relationships. Mary S. Lovell delves into the dynamics of both successful and troubled marriages, painting a vivid portrait of a lineage marked by resilience and ambition. Through detailed storytelling, the book captures the essence of the Churchills across generations, revealing their enduring impact on history and society.

From the acclaimed biographer of The Sisters, the story of one of the most remarkable women of the 19th century, who traveled far and wide on a quest for true love Produced from Jane Digby's diaries, this sympathetic and dramatic portrait of a rare woman explores a fascinating glimpse into the centuries-old Bedouin tradition that is now almost lost. A celebrated aristocratic beauty, Jane Digby married Lord Ellenborough at 17. Their divorce a few years later was one of England's most scandalous at that time. In her quest for passionate fulfillment she had lovers which included an Austrian prince, King Ludwig I of Bavaria, and a Greek count whose infidelities drove her to travel Eastern Asia. In Syria, she found the love of her life, a Bedouin nobleman, Sheikh Medjuel el Mezrab, who was 20 years her junior. During the remainder of her life she adopted for six months of each year the exotic but uniquely harsh existence of a desert nomad living in the famous black goathair tents of Arabia; the remaining months she spent in the splendid palace she built for herself and Medjuel in Damascus. As wife to the Sheikh and mother to his tribe this passionate woman found not only genuine fulfillment but further adventures, all of which she committed each year to her diary.

Set against the glamorous backdrop of the Château de l'Horizon near Cannes, this narrative chronicles the vibrant social scene from the 1920s to the 1960s, highlighting influential figures like Maxine Elliott, Noel Coward, and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. The book explores the intertwining lives of artists, aristocrats, and courtesans who shaped the Riviera’s elite culture, including the notorious distractions of Churchill during his career hiatus. The story unfolds through the changing ownership of the Château and culminates in Prince Aly Khan's high-profile romance with Rita Hayworth.

The narrative revolves around a family divided by the tumultuous political ideologies of early 20th-century Europe. Each member takes a distinct path: Jessica embraces Communism, Debo ascends to duchess status, Nancy achieves literary fame, Diana aligns with Fascism through marriage, and Unity forms a troubling bond with Hitler. Their individual choices reflect the broader societal upheaval of the era, ultimately leading to tragic consequences as their lives intersect with the violent backdrop of war and ideology.