Charles O'Brien Livres

Discusses the transition to sound in the French cinema.

14th July 1789. Anne Cartier observes a mob storming the Bastille as the city revolts and the kings authority vanishes. When several royal officers are assassinated, Annes husband, Colonel Paul de Saint-Martin, is called upon to investigate. Then a mob lynches a troublesome baker and Anne looks into the incident. Anne and Paul find several suspects for these murders and evidence of a mastermind, a hidden hand . . .

Set in 1894 New York City, the story unfolds within the corrupt walls of Tammany Hall, where cronyism and intimidation reign. Private investigator Pamela Thompson teams up with Harry Miller, her colleague and a former NYPD detective whose reputation has been marred by a wrongful conviction linked to a Tammany Hall investigation. Together, they navigate the treacherous political landscape as they seek justice and uncover the truth behind the scandal that derailed Miller's career.

Amidst the opulence and intrigue of America's Gilded Age, private detective Pamela Thompson navigates a world of wealth and secrecy. As she delves into a series of hidden scandals and mysterious deaths, the story unveils the darker side of privilege, revealing the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their fortunes. This richly detailed mystery captures the tension between glamour and crime, immersing readers in a captivating exploration of social dynamics during a transformative era.

Set at the end of the Gilded Age, the story follows private investigator Pamela Thompson as she searches for a missing boy for a wealthy Manhattan family. Her investigation leads her to uncover the murders of a doctor and a nurse, while also revealing a complex mystery surrounding child identity. The narrative intertwines themes of wealth, societal issues, and the darker sides of human nature, making for a gripping exploration of both personal and societal secrets.

This newly expanded volume delves into the architectural diversity of England's premier 'Home County,' highlighting the blend of rural and urban designs. It showcases significant historic buildings, offering insights into their cultural and historical importance. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of the region's unique architectural landscape, making it an essential resource for enthusiasts of history and architecture alike.

An enthusiast's guide to exploring historic houses of England, this informative book, now in paperback, also enables readers to discover more about the history of their own houses. Users can learn to interpret domestic architecture, identify period styles, uncover the origins of a building, and understand why rooms are arranged in particular sequences, why window and chimney designs change through history, or why staircases are presented in a certain fashion. Color photography and informative line drawings illustrate the explanations and provide a rich visual history of domestic architecture from the earliest surviving dwellings to the most avant-garde developments.