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An enthralling and comprehensive look into the contemporary state of one of the wealthiest—and most misunderstood—family dynasties in the world,…
perfect for fans of Succession, The House of Gucci, The Cartiers, and Fortune&’s Children.Oil magnate J. Paul Getty, once the richest man in the world, is the patriarch of an extraordinary cast of sons, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. While some have been brought low by mental illness, drug addiction, and one of the most sensational kidnapping cases of the 20th century, many of Getty&’s heirs have achieved great success. In addition to Mark Getty, a cofounder of Getty Images, and Anne G. Earhart, an award-winning environmentalist, others have made significant marks in a variety of fields, from music and viniculture to politics and LGBTQ rights. Now, across four continents, a new generation of lively, unique, and even outrageous Gettys are emerging, and not coasting on the dynasty&’s still-immense wealth. August Getty designs extravagant gowns worn by Katy Perry, Cher, and other stars; his sibling, Nats—a fellow LGBTQ rights activist who announced his gender transition following his wedding to transgender icon Gigi Gorgeous—produces a line of exclusive streetwear. Their fascinating cousins include Balthazar, a multi-hyphenate actor-director-DJ-designer, and Isabel, a singer-songwriter-MBA candidate. A far-flung yet surprisingly close-knit group, the ascendant Gettys are bringing this iconic family onto the global stage in the 21st century. Through extensive research, including access to J. Paul Getty&’s diaries and love letters, and fresh interviews with family members and friends, Growing Up Getty offers an inside look into the benefits and burdens of being part of today&’s world of the ultra-wealthy.
Drawing upon newly released archives, bestselling biographer Andrew Lownie tells the story of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor's glittering lives…
after Edward abdicated the throne—a world that was riddled with treachery and betrayal.11 December 1936. The King of England, Edward VIII, has given up his crown, foregoing his duty for the love of Wallis Simpson, an American divorcée. Their courtship has been dogged by controversy and scandal, but with Edward's abdication, they can live happily ever after. But do they? Beginning this astonishing dual biography at the moment that most biographers turn away, bestselling historian Andrew Lownie reveals the dramatic lives of the Windsors post-abdication. This is a story of a royal shut out by his family and forced into exile; of the Nazi attempts to recruit the duke to their cause; and of why the duke, as Governor of the Bahamas, tried to shut down the investigation into the murder of a close friend. It is a story of a couple obsessed with their status, financially exploiting their position, all the while manipulating the media to portray themselves as victims. The Duke and Duchess of Windsor were, in their day, the most glamorous exiles in the world, flitting from sumptuously appointed mansions in the south of France to luxurious residences in Palm Beach. But they were spoiled, selfish people, obsessed with their image, and revelling in adulterous affairs. Drawing upon previously unexplored archives, Lownie shows in dramatic fashion how their glittering world was riddled with treachery and betrayal—and why the royal family never forgave the duke for choosing love over duty
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book…
series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Malala Yousafzai!Growing up as a girl in Pakistan, Malala Yousafzai had to fight every step of the way to get an education. After she was attacked for doing so, Malala took her fight to the world stage, pushing for the right to an education for every girl, everywhere. Her activism earned her a Nobel Peace Prize and inspired girls and women everywhere to stand up for their own rights too.In this chapter book biography by bestselling and award-winning author Aisha Saeed, readers learn about the amazing life of Malala Yousafzai--and how she persisted. Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Malala Yousafzai's footsteps and make a difference! And don&’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Coretta Scott King, Oprah Winfrey, and more!Praise for She Persisted: Malala Yousafzai:"A compelling story that's empowering and inspirational." --Kirkus Reviews
Author continues his autobiography describing being diagnosed with diabetes and finding success as a livestock dealer in Kansas. Recounts his…
adventures in the early 1920s and the end of his "roving days" at twenty-three, when he settled down with his sweetheart. Sequel to The Dry Divide (RC 54467). 1968
Biography of Jane Goodall (born 1934), who revolutionized the study of primates. Colleague uses letters, conversations, and first-person accounts to…
describe Goodall's life, including her childhood, work with chimpanzees, personal relationships, and advocacy for primates in the wild and in captivity. Discusses Louis Leakey's influence on Goodall's career. 2006
Biography of Johnny Goodman (1909-1970), the last amateur golfer to win the U.S. Open. Traces Goodman's career from his start…
as a caddie in Nebraska to his 1929 triumph over the legendary Bobby Jones. Discusses the elitist attitude surrounding golf during the Great Depression era and Goodman's breakthrough. 2006
The author of American Zoom (RC 47516) showcases the Allison family of stock car fame. Follows brothers Eddie, Bobby, and…
Donnie from their hardscrabble start on Florida dirt tracks to fame and fortune on the NASCAR circuit. Discusses horrible crashes and heart-rending accidental deaths that haunt the family. 2006
Author of The Elusive Embrace (RC 50368) documents his quest to uncover details about six relatives killed during the Holocaust.…
Recounts his international journeys to interview witnesses to the victims' hiding, discovery, and murder. Describes the impact of their deaths on his family. Nat'l Bk Critics Award. 2006
British author's biography of Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler's mistress Eva Braun (1912-1945), a Catholic, middle-class woman who met Hitler when…
she was seventeen. Examines the cultural history of Germany during Braun's lifetime and attempts to decipher the enigma of the couple's mutual attraction. Includes interviews with Braun's cousin. 2006
Former Vanity Fair editor describes his Jackson, Mississippi, youth in the 1950s and 1960s. Recounts his parents' early deaths, the…
sexual abuse he suffered, his introduction to the arts and gay communities, and his association with journalist Frank Hains. Strong language, some explicit descriptions of sex, and some violence. 2007
History of the contributions of African American men and women who populated the American West from the sixteenth-century age of…
exploration to the early twentieth century. Portrays fur traders, homesteaders, buffalo soldiers, con men, mail-order brides, cowboys, politicians, and others and highlights their struggle for equality. Some strong language. 2005
Biracial author recounts growing up in Baltimore in the 1970s and 1980s. Discusses being raised by his African American father…
after his Caucasian mother deserted them, passing for white in high school, and blending in with the black students in college. Strong language. 2007
Colson, founder of the international ministry Prison Fellowship, seeks to define the purpose of life. Uses examples of his own…
experiences--including his incarceration for leaking damaging information while working for President Nixon--to identify what makes life meaningful and therefore worth living. 2005
University of Cambridge history fellow reexamines the life of Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587), using original documents and archives. Guy…
lets Mary speak through her letters, details reasons her versions of events differ from the accounts of others, and presents her as an innocent victim. Whitbread Award. 2004
Harvard professor traces the life of Andy Grove, from his youth in war-torn Hungary in the 1940s to his 1987-98…
leadership of Intel. Also follows Intel's evolution, from its 1968 creation to its trajectory from semiconductors to microprocessors under Grove's management. Discusses Grove's ability to survive corporate setbacks. 2006
Memoir by a screenwriter who at age fifty-one suddenly became paralyzed from the waist down by transverse myelitis. Discusses his…
rehabilitation and laments the lack of positive wheelchair role models in the movies. Relates interactions with the able-bodied from his wheelchair and his thoughts on disability. Some strong language. 2007
Nature writer's affectionate account of his dog Pat, a skinny stray who came to the Borlands' Connecticut farm one stormy…
Christmas night and stayed despite their doubts about the canine. Recalls Pat's exploits in hunting and fishing, brushes with skunks and poachers, and skirmishes with bobcats and porcupines. 1961
Journalist describes the contradictions he confronted in mental-health and legal systems when his son Mike was denied treatment after being…
arrested during a psychotic episode. Details the author's yearlong investigation of the Miami-Dade County jail, where mentally ill prisoners are routinely confined. Some strong language. 2006
Former U.S. president Kal Wilson recruits Florida marine biologist Doc Ford to avenge the death of his wife, Wray, who…
was killed in a suspicious plane crash in Nicaragua. They sail to Central America seeking the same sociopath who previously kidnapped Doc's son. Some violence and some strong language. 2007
Autobiography of environmentalist and founder of the California company Patagonia, Inc. Describes both his background as an avid outdoorsman and…
his foray into business. Chouinard details his nontraditional philosophies on design, production, finances, employment practices, and the environment and contends that business can enrich lives and still be profitable. 2005