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Laura Jackson

    Bono: His life, music and passions
    Round to Ours
    Holy Gravity
    Mercury. The King of Queen
    Badger the Mystical Mutt
    The Light Between Us
    • The Light Between Us

      • 288pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      A marvellous book' Dr Eben Alexander, author of Proof of HeavenShe can pick up personal facts impossible to fathom by deduction or guesswork. Jeanette Winterson, Sunday Telegraph `We all have psychic experiences in our lives that connect us to one another and to those we love on the Other Side.

      The Light Between Us
      4,5
    • Badger the Mystical Mutt

      • 144pages
      • 6 heures de lecture

      It was a quarter past midsummer. In a garden, next to a lane, Badger the Mystical Mutt had gathered all the ingredients for his fabulous new spell. Meanwhile, in the lane at the bottom of the garden, all was not well. Hamish, the floppy-eared spaniel, was running for his life.

      Badger the Mystical Mutt
      5,0
    • Holy Gravity

      Fearing God from the Inside Out

      • 198pages
      • 7 heures de lecture

      Exploring the concept of fearing God, the book challenges the common notion that it merely means to hold reverence. It suggests that a deeper understanding of this fear can lead to transformative life changes, especially in today's chaotic world where sin prevails. The author posits that the struggles with habitual sins, even among believers, may stem from a fundamental issue with fear, prompting readers to reconsider their relationship with God and the implications of true reverence.

      Holy Gravity
      5,0
    • If you love planning menus, styling your home for a party and spending laidback time in your kitchen, then you need to come "Round to Ours". Supper club superstars Jackson & Levine like to keep it simple. They do all the hard work for you, offering over 20 ready-made menu ideas, with more than 100 recipes that celebrate the pleasures of cooking for friends and family. This cookbook has the perfect combination of menu ideas and recipes for every occasion. It is the home cook s ultimate secret weapon; whether you re throwing a dinner party for six on a Friday night or are putting on a festive Boxing Day spread for the family, this one-stop-shop will tell you how to set the mood, cook the food and create a truly memorable gathering.

      Round to Ours
      4,1
    • Bono: His life, music and passions

      • 232pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      "Bono: The Biography" traces the life, music, and passions of the incredible man, from his birth in Dublin to his forming of the band that later became the legendary U2. This fascinating biography provides a detailed portrait of a man who is much more than a rock star to expose the vulnerability and strengths of the man behind the persona. 8 page photo insert.

      Bono: His life, music and passions
      3,6
    • Kiefer Sutherland: The Biography

      • 236pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      The first biography of the notorious actor. Kiefer Sutherland's role as Jack Bauer in 24 has made him a household name.

      Kiefer Sutherland: The Biography
      3,8
    • Brian May

      • 246pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      A detailed portrait of one of rock's most recognisable stars.

      Brian May
      3,7
    • Jon Bon Jovi The Biography

      • 240pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Published in Bon Jovi's 20th anniversary year, this biography provides a detailed portrait of the band's eponymous front man, chronicling his relationship with the other band members and exploring the character of a man who has risen from the clubs of New Jersey to the international stage of music and film.

      Jon Bon Jovi The Biography
      3,7
    • Freddie Mercury: the biography

      • 288pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      **THE DEFINITIVE, UP-TO-DATE BIOGRAPHY OF FREDDIE MERCURY** 'An outstanding biography. . .a fitting testament to the creative genius' -- Daily Mail 'Touches all manner of intriguing rock 'n' roll debauchery. . .fascinating reading' -- Time Out This fascinating biography of Freddie Mercury has received outstanding acclaim from Queen and rock fans worldwide -- now revised and updated to coincide with the release of the film about his life, Bohemian Rhapsody. Born Farrokh Bulsara on the island of Zanzibar, Freddie Mercury rose to worldwide stardom as the lead singer of Britain's biggest music act of all time. In this bestselling biography, Laura Jackson reveals the reality behind Queen's flamboyant frontman and lead singer, as she looks behind his unique brand of showmanship to discover who Freddie Mercury really was. Featuring exclusive interviews with some of those closest to Freddie right up until his tragic death, original Queen members and many others -- including new and intimate stories from Tim Rice, Richard Branson, Cliff Richard, Bruce Dickinson, Mike Moran, Wayne Eagling, Zandra Rhodes and Susannah York -- this is the definitive biography of one of rock's greatest legends.

      Freddie Mercury: the biography
      3,7
    • Steven Tyler: The Biography

      • 240pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Steven Tyler is one of life's natural born survivors. With an exhaustively vibrant personality, this dynamic lead singer has been one of the most distinctive figures in rock music for more than three decades. Raised in a close, loving family, Tyler survived a tough upbringing in the Bronx. His inherent passion for performing and a talent for playing instruments propelled him into rock music as a teenager. He fronted a succession of local bands before meeting the guys with whom he would form Aerosmith in 1970. Laura Jackson reveals the stories behind Tyler's relationships with band members and the many women in his life, his battle with Hepatitis C, and his drug-fueled meltdown during the late 1970s and early 1980s when he was snorting pure heroin. She also explores his visits to rehab in the 1980s which saved his life. Tyler has lived a roller coaster life of excess—spending over a million dollars on drugs—but is miraculously still performing.

      Steven Tyler: The Biography
    • Daniel Day-Lewis

      The Biography

      • 256pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Daniel Day-Lewis was the leading actor in "The Last of the Mohicans", "Thege of Innocence" and "In the Name of the Father". The films grossed millionsf dollars, making him one of Hollywood's most bankable stars.;Interviewsith high-profile friends and colleagues, such as Judi Dench, Simon Callow,arry Norman and David Puttnam, as well as many behind-the-scene details onis star roles, reveal the complex man behind the theatrical mask. Lauraackson is the author of "Golden Stone: The Untold Life" and "Queen and I".

      Daniel Day-Lewis
    • Arise Sir Mick

      The True Story of Britain's Naughtiest Knight

      • 288pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      Leader of the most illustrious rock band in history, and father of 7 children (by 4 different women), Mick Jagger, at the age of 60, shows no signs of slowing down. Here, Laura Jackson traces his path to fame and notoriety, from his school days to his most recent tour with the Stones. His persona is famously that of the blasé bon viveur—the still center of his own chaotic world. But Laura Jackson has spoken to many of Jagger’s friends and acquaintances to reveal the paradoxes behind his seamless façade, including his lust for recognition, his jealousies and insecurities, and his dread of assassination. The Rolling Stones have become the measure against which all bands, even to this day, are judged. It is impossible to imagine current culture without the unique influence of Mick Jagger.

      Arise Sir Mick
    • Biografie slavného kytaristy Briana Maye, zakladatele a člena světoznámé skupiny Queen.

      Brian May – Biografie
      4,3
    • V království Arendelle najdete sníh i zábavu po celý rok! Pusťte se s Annou, Elsou a jejich kamarády do luštění rébusů i hádanek, užijte si příběhy plné dobrodružství a vyrobte si stylové drobnosti s tématikou Ledového království. A nuda nebude mít šanci!

      Ledové království II. Knížka na celý rok