Alex von Tunzelmann Bücher

The narrative weaves a rich tapestry of cultural experiences and personal journeys, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of relationships. Through vivid storytelling, the author delves into the intricacies of life, blending humor and poignancy as characters navigate their paths. The book offers a deep reflection on the human experience, making it both relatable and thought-provoking for readers.

Four Rebels, Three Caribbean Nations, the Kennedys, and the Battle for Power -- a compelling history of the Cold War in the Caribbean

The thrilling account of sixteen extraordinary days in October and November 1956, when the twin crises of Suez and Hungary pushed the world to the brink of a nuclear conflict.

A hugely entertaining and informative narrative on one of the key arguments raging across the globe.

The stroke of midnight on 15 August 1947 liberated 400 million Indians from the British Empire. One of the defining moments of world history had been brought about by a tiny number of people, including Jawaharlal Nehru, the fiery prime minister-to-be; Gandhi, the mystical figure who enthralled a nation; and Louis and Edwina Mountbatten, the glamorous but unlikely couple who had been dispatched to get Britain out of India without delay. Within hours of the midnight chimes, however, the two new nations of India and Pakistan would descend into anarchy and terror. INDIAN SUMMER depicts the epic sweep of events that ripped apart the greatest empire the world has ever seen, and reveals the secrets of the most powerful players on the world stage: the Cold War conspiracies, the private deals, and the intense and clandestine love affair between the wife of the last viceroy and the first prime minister of free India. With wit, insight and a sharp eye for detail, Alex von Tunzelmann relates how a handful of people changed the world for ever.

Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication Page -- Contents -- Introduction -- 1. The Ancient World -- 2. Middle Ages Spread -- 3. Renaissance Men (and Women) -- 4. Darkness and Enlightenment -- 5. The Empires Strike Back -- 6. Oh, What Lovely Wars -- 7. Modern Times -- 8. Living in the Now -- Index -- Acknowledgements -- About the Author