Jonathan Keates est un écrivain anglais dont l'œuvre couvre la biographie et la fiction. Ses récits se caractérisent par une profonde exploration de la psyché humaine et une approche stylistique raffinée. Keates élabore ses histoires par une recherche méticuleuse et une observation attentive, offrant aux lecteurs une expérience littéraire riche et captivante.
Exploring Venice's rich history, this illustrated account traces its evolution from 'La Serenissima' to a captivating modern city. The book delves into the cultural and historical significance of Venice, highlighting its unique charm and enduring appeal to visitors over the centuries.
An illustrated history of Venice, from its beginnings as 'La Serenissima' - 'the Most Serene Republic' - to the Italian city that continues to enchant visitors today.
A souvenir booklet from the Cathedral Church of Christ at Canterbury with full-color photographs and text giving the history of this great building.
William III (1689-1702) & Mary II (1689-94) (Britain's only ever 'joint monarchs') changed the course of the entire country's history, coming to power through a coup (which involved Mary betraying her own father), reestablishing parliament on a new footing and, through commiting Britain to fighting France, initiating an immensely long period of warfare and colonial expansion. Jonathan Keates' wonderful book makes both monarchs vivid, the cold, shrewd 'Dutch' William and the shortlived Mary, whose life and death inspired Purcell to write some of his greatest music.
The acclaimed Penguin Monarchs series: short, fresh, expert accounts of England's rulers - now in paperback William III (1689-1702) & Mary II (1689-94) (Britain's only ever 'joint monarchs') changed the course of the entire country's history, coming to power through a coup (which involved Mary betraying her own father), reestablishing parliament on a new footing and, through commiting Britain to fighting France, initiating an immensely long period of warfare and colonial expansion. Jonathan Keates' wonderful book makes both monarchs vivid, the cold, shrewd 'Dutch' William and the shortlived Mary, whose life and death inspired Purcell to write some of his greatest music.
Traces the life and career of the German-born composer, analyzes his major works, and assesses Handels influence on western music
William III (1689-1702) & Mary II (1689-94) (Britain's only ever 'joint monarchs') changed the course of the entire country's history, coming to power through a coup (which involved Mary betraying her own father), reestablishing parliament on a new footing and, through commiting Britain to fighting France, initiating an immensely long period of warfare and colonial expansion. Jonathan Keates' wonderful book makes both monarchs vivid, the cold, shrewd 'Dutch' William and the shortlived Mary, whose life and death inspired Purcell to write some of his greatest music.
