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Did you know that the first English settlement in the New World was a disaster? Perhaps you have heard the story of Roanoke before. Or maybe even the creation of Jamestown. But have you heard about the Spanish colonies in North America? Or the French and Dutch settlements? Colonial America was diverse, with European settlers from various nations coming to the New World and meeting the Native Americans who already inhabited the land. What were their interactions like? Was there any semblance of peace between all of the groups who called this land their home?

To this day Marie Antoinette remains one of history’s most misunderstood heroines. How she triumphed over the petty jealousies and backstairs rivalries of the court, how she sustained a good-hearted but malleable king, and how she was transformed from French queen to Austrian “whore,” is the story told with skill and fascinating detail.

With this work, the author explores the life and role of Joan of Arc from a historical and spiritual perspective in light of the work of Dr. Rudolf Steiner (1861-1925) who founded the Anthroposophical Society and Spiritual Science. Joan, in light of Spiritual Science, is more than just a heroine of France, she was a heroine of England, Western Europe, and the world. This fact becomes clear, in light of Spiritual Science and the findings of Dr. Steiner achieved through the expanded powers of clairvoyance of a genuine spiritual initiate, when one considers that Joan worked under the guidance ...

Fifteen years after a steamy tryst during her study abroad program, Morgan Ryder's structured life is thrown into disarray when Alex, her mysterious one-night fling, unexpectedly reenters her world as the pilot for her company. The sparks between the two women still sizzle as intensely as that long-ago night when they parted ways, their full identities shrouded. Alex's sudden reappearance forces Morgan to confront unresolved desires and shocking truths that threaten to upend her stable world. Her trusted friend and business partner, Sean, harbors a shattering secret, while their once-steady...

Learn Every Style of European Cooking with 1 Box Set: French, German, Greek, Portuguese, Irish, and English! So are you ready for a delicious European adventure? Preparing delicious European food is so simple you absolutely must learn these recipes. This collection of cookbooks is over 100 delicious European recipes! You will learn everything is there is to know about Authentic European cooking. German Dumplings, Greek Chicken Souvlaki, Beef Wellington, Irish Rustic Stews, French Spices, and Royal Desserts! This is the ultimate collection of European cookbooks. The Easy European Cookbook ...

Bestseller in Women's Historical Fiction, Women's Fantasy Fiction, Action & Adventure Fantasy! The Secret Rise is Book 3 in the Harmonie series. Nichol’s Power Increases … Will Others Seek to Destroy Her? Nichol’s story was introduced in Book 1, The Secret Journey when her beloved papa is murdered by her mother in the year 1000 AD. The darkening cloud spiraling around her made her the next target. Fleeing Marseilles, she develops new powers, a vision of the future, and trusts the Lady’s voice. For those around her, a new world unfolds and carries them forward. Overflowing with ...

From the time of her first schoolgirl love, Rebecca decided to live a controlling life, which eventually left her friendless and loveless. Working for an organisation that doesn't officially exist, she cracks a traumatic case in her native Cornwall that sees her travel to Greece to recuperate. Not one for relaxing, she ends up chasing the bad guys, and also chasing her feelings. It takes her to a small island where she meets her housekeeper, and eventually it leads her to the vineyards of France. That Greek housekeeper, and friend, needs bringing into the 21st century, and Rebecca feels ...

Jacqueline Taylor is invited to visit the estate of the man she hopes to marry, the dashing Sir John Kent. Soon after she arrives in England, she meets the woman who intends on destroying her and her plans to be with John forever. Will Jacqueline succeed in unraveling the plot and breaking the curse which separates her from the man she loves or will she succumb to the charms of the new man in her life while John marries another?

◆ 2017 RONE Book Award finalist ◆ 2018 TopShelf Indie Book Awards finalist for Women's Issues Bound by love. Separated by duty. Their future hangs on a queen's promise. Fifteen-year-old Nicole serves Anne of Brittany, Queen of France as a lady-in-waiting at the royal court. Bestowed with a gift of healing touch and herbs, she reluctantly awaits an arranged marriage to a noble suitor. But when she meets Philippe, a young horse trainer breaking in one of the queen’s stallions, a spark ignites between them. When the horse’s ankle becomes infected, Nicole uses her healing skills to ...

Through a stellar cast of politicians, diplomats, spies and soldiers, including T. E. Lawrence, Winston Churchill and Charles de Gaulle, A Line in the Sand vividly tells the story of the short but crucial era when Britain and France ruled the Middle East. It explains exactly how the old antagonism between these two powers inflamed the more familiar modern rivalry between the Arabs and the Jews and ultimately led to war between the British and the French in 1941 and between the Arabs and the Jews in 1948.

England 1922. It’s been four years since Rudy’s brother Edgar went missing in war-torn France. Still deep in mourning and grappling with unanswered questions, Rudy and his mother struggle to move on. When the enigmatic Mariette arrives unexpectedly at the family’s manor claiming to be Edgar’s widow, and the mother of his child, Rudy urges her to stay, hoping she’ll shed light on the missing pieces.

It's 1791. Friendly, handsome, and popular Billy Budd is a sailor on board the British warship HMS Indomitable. Britain is at war with France, and because of the famous Nore and Spithead mutinies that occurred earlier in the year, every captain is alert for signs of mutiny and rebellion. The master-at-arms, John Claggatt, a vicious bully, is insanely jealous of Billy's good looks and popularity.

The year is 1803 and England and France remain at odds. Hoping to break the English once and for all, Napoleon backs a ring of Irish rebels in uprisings against England and sends the Black Tulip, France's most deadly spy, to the Emerald Isle to help. Meanwhile, not to be outdone by her husband, Letty Alsworthy steals away on a ship bound for Ireland, armed and ready to fight for her spouse and to learn a thing or two about spying for England.

The Secret Journey is Book 1 in the Harmonie series. Bestseller in Historical Fiction and Women's Fiction Is the Mysterious Voice Lisa’s Protector or a Predator? When her father Alexander is murdered, Lisa’s safe, carefree world unravels. At 16, her only escape is to flee from the mayhem and chaos that promises to come crashing down on her very being. From her wicked mother. From her drunken stepbrother. And from the greedy church. The year was 1,000 AD. Bright and clever, she becomes the eyes and ears of her papa’s many enterprises. Lisa is his confidant and the son he desires as an ...

FNH Audio presents a slightly abridged performance of this fourth volume of Charles Oman's military history classic. In this fourth volume, a detailed examination is made of the period from December 1810 to December 1811. This volume covers the battles of Gebora, Barrosa, Fuentes de Ornon, Albuera and the seiges of Badajoz and Tarragona.

The loss of British bombers over Occupied Europe began to reach alarming levels in 1941. Could it be that the Germans were using a sophisticated form of radar to direct their night fighters and anti-aircraft guns at the British bombers? British aerial reconnaissance discovered what seemed to be a rotating radar tower on a clifftop at Bruneval, near Le Havre. The truth must be revealed. The decision was taken to launch a daring raid on the Bruneval site to try and capture the technology for further examination.

The Hundred Years War was a series of conflicts waged between England and France between 1337 and 1453. The war involved several generations of kings on both sides and was fought over a single issue: whether the English had the right to rule the kingdom of France. The Hundred Years War was an important element in the creation of modern Europe and in the definition of the national characters of both England and France. This audiobook tells the story of this long, complex, and fascinating conflict.

Chief Inspector, Lord Ralph McGinniss has booked his boat fare to Australia to find his wife, Professor Claire Lane. Then a mysterious cold case file is handed to him from Sgt Pennyworth. British Army Intelligence has requested his help. Can he find Squadron Leader Mike Bristol? Was he last seen leaving The Fur & Feathers Pub in Stow on the Wold on the date stated on the warrant, 30th August 1944? Suspected of murdering two women. A well-known West End Actress Mia Jones and local shopkeeper Mrs Anne Tumbler. The Chief Ralph McGinniss is not convinced. With the war over, the cases of ...

These are entirely Napoleon Bonaparte's own words, written and spoken, and collected in journal form. A particular focus here has been put on Napoleon's writings that pertain to military and state matters. The dates in terms of the revolutionary calendar have been modernized, and names and titles of individuals mentioned have been maintained with no attempt at uniformity. This production was begun on the 250th year of Napoleon's birth.

One wonderful day in the city of romance, then they say goodbye. What could possibly go wrong? American graduate student Zoe Gallagher is in Paris on Valentine's Day, determined to prove that romance is an illusion and love based on it doesn’t last. Though when she meets Gabe Ross, there to fulfil his mother’s dying wish by placing a lovelock on a bridge for her and his father, even she finds it hard to resist the most romantic city in the world on the most romantic day of the year. The impulsive challenge to try a psychological experiment isn't part of her research plan. Especially ...