Andrew Britton etablierte sich als bedeutende literarische Stimme in einem kurzen, aber prägenden Leben. Seine Schriften tauchen tief in die menschliche Erfahrung ein und erforschen oft Themen wie Identität und Zugehörigkeit. Brittons Stil zeichnet sich durch seine Intensität und tiefe emotionale Resonanz aus, die das Wesen der inneren Welten seiner Charaktere einfängt. Obwohl seine Karriere kurz war, besitzen seine literarischen Beiträge eine bleibende Kraft und Einzigartigkeit.
Fathers will discover ways to strengthen their relationships with their children through engaging activities that promote emotional awareness and personal growth. The book offers insights and practical guidance to enhance the father-child bond, making it an exciting journey of connection and understanding.
V tomto strhujícím thrilleru od autora knihy Ten exulant, bestseleru New York Times, vyráží po krvavé lázni na domácí půdě jeden muž, bývalý agent Ryan Kealey, na nebezpečnou honbu za odpověďmi - a odhaluje pro Spojené státy důsledky příliš hrozné, než aby si je člověk dokázal představit - a příliš reálné, aby se daly ignorovat. Kniha Ten operativec mísí politické triky a globální intriky na nejvyšších úrovních se skrytou psychologickou manipulací toho nejhoršího a nejnebezpečnejšího zrna.
This book traces the distinguished career of the Holland America Line flagship Nieuw Amsterdam. She remained in Holland America Line service after the war until 1974, the last ship to retain the company's green, yellow and white funnels.
In the post-war era, TS Bremen was one of the most popular liners operating across the Atlantic - but she had a remarkable wartime history. Her sale in 1956 to North German Lloyd Line as their final flagship - refitted and renamed Bremen - sparked protest in France, but Bremen sailed on unperturbed, now the pride of the German nation.
Focusing on Southampton's significance as a maritime hub, this book delves into its historical and contemporary docks, showcasing their vital role in the city's identity. Andrew Britton presents a rich tapestry of the docks' evolution through rare photographs, unpublished images, and artifacts like captain's logbooks and menus, capturing the essence of dock life. This volume is an essential read for anyone intrigued by Southampton's maritime heritage and its bustling past.
Set against the backdrop of New York Harbor, this book showcases the grandeur of luxury liners that have graced its waters since the nineteenth century. Through a rich collection of ephemera, photographs, and illustrations, Andrew Britton captures the essence of a bygone era when the harbor was the world’s busiest ocean liner port. Readers will experience the arrival of iconic ships like the Olympic and Cunard Queens, making it an essential read for shipping enthusiasts and lovers of luxury alike.
The disappearance of steam from Britain's main-line railways marked the end of an era of British rail travel. Here Andrew Britton remembers the last steam main line from London, linking Waterloo to Weymouth via Basingstoke, Winchester, Southampton and Bournemouth, from its post-war presence right to the end of steam travel in 1967.
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of RMS Queen Elizabeth, this vibrant history provides exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and stunning aerial photography. It captures the iconic liner's legacy, detailing its design, voyages, and cultural impact, making it a valuable resource for maritime enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
This long-awaited book tells the remarkable story of the second Mauretania (1938-65): her construction, her naming, her maiden voyage and her distinguished Second World War service, told through extracts from a rare diary of a soldier.
This colourful history covers the SS United States' active service from 1952 to 1969 when she dominated the seas of Atlantic, sweeping all rivals before her.