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Five People by Marjorie Bowen is a powerful and rich addition to Bowen's historical romances. Bowen writes thrillingly about the posh lives of five young socialites in Paris, and their shocking and undeniable chemistry. Excerpt: "Madame St. Luc was pale, of medium coloring, with uncommonly large grey eyes and a mobile mouth, rather wide and constantly trembling into a smile, her features were of ordinary feminine prettiness; it was her carriage, her movements, her hands and arms, her lovely feet, that made her beautiful; if she had had to jostle along with the crowd she might all her life have passed unnoticed, but placed, adorned, set off with every advantage, no person of taste could have overlooked her uncommon grace."

Cultural historian Marjorie Garber offers incisive and witty commentary on what men and women today really want in her enlightening study of what may be the most meaningful relationship any of us will ever have. Real estate has become a form of “yuppie pornography.” Hopes of summer romance have given way to hopes of summer homes, and fantasies of Romeo have been replaced by fantasies of remodeling. Even real estate ads are flirtatious in their offers of bedrooms that are sensuous and sinks that are seductive. Thus the house you live in, like the partner you choose, can be everything from your beloved to your dream to a status symbol trophy. Marjorie Garber has fashioned a uniquely fascinating book that is as provocative as it is pleasurable, as erudite as it is entertaining, one sure to make readers consider more closely the rooms in which they live.

Marjorie Bowen, an author of "William, by the Grace of God," was fascinated by the history of the House of Orange and the glory of its greatest representative William the Silent. In this book, she lets a reader look closer at William of Orange, considered today the father of Europe. Big attention is paid to Philip's religion. Being nominally a Roman Catholic, he attempts to help the persecuted Protestants and, in the process, marries the Protestant Princess Anne of Saxony. But will Anne truly be a helpmeet for her husband? When he is pressed to take up the sword against King Philip, he does not hesitate and changes the history of the world.

Andre Rieu is a violinist, conductor and international classical music star, who has won the hearts of millions of music-lovers throughout the world with his extravagant concerts and sell-out tours. Born in the Netherlands in 1949, Andre started taking violin lessons at the age of five, the beginning of a love affair that would never end. As a student he was asked to take part in a salon ensemble and as he played his first waltz a whole new world opened up for him. From that time on Andre was hooked on the waltz rhythm and dreamt of creating a large orchestra that would enchant its audience. After recruiting his own 'Johann Strauss Orchestra', Andre began to tour. Crowned the "Waltz King", Andre's wish was to make classical music accessible for everyone, and this has undoubtedly come true. The Johann Strauss Orchestra has grown from strength to strength and now has up to 50 players, and the orchestra's first CD, 'From Holland with Love' (1994) stayed in the Top 10 chart in the Netherlands for over a year. Written by his wife, Marjorie Rieu, My Music My Life explores the story of Andre's youth; growing up in the Netherlands; the musical family he grew up in; his music studies; and his extraordinary success story as he went on to become a bestselling, international music star.

Melody is turned off to men when she meets Luke Bryant on an early morning jog out on the beach. She settles on befriending him at first, but Luke steals her heart. He is the perfect guy and he loves her, but there is trouble brewing.

First published in 1929, public domain. Dickon is one of several fictional treatments of the last Plantagenet king wherein the author argued for his innocence in the murder of his nephews and presented him as a good man and potentially a very good king.

In 'The Medici Balls: Seven Little Journeys in Tuscany,' editors Anna R. Sheldon and Marjorie Moyca Newell curate an exemplary collection that traverses the rich tapestry of Tuscan culture, history, and landscapes through the unique medium of the Medici balls. This anthology stands apart for its immersive exploration of Tuscanys heritage, articulated through a variety of literary styles that range from reflective essays to vivid narrative accounts, each shedding light on different facets of this iconic region. The diversity and depth of the works included promise to engage readers with their portrayals of the enigmatic and historically pivotal Medici family, their lavish balls, and their significant impact on the Renaissance cultural landscape, thereby offering a nuanced exploration of Tuscany's enduring allure. Contributing authors Anna R. Sheldon and Marjorie Moyca Newell, though fewer in number, bring a wealth of knowledge and personal engagement with Tuscan culture, art, and history. Their collective expertise, informed by extensive research and personal explorations of Tuscany, positions this anthology at the confluence of historical inquiry and literary artistry. The anthology aligns with a broader cultural and historical interest in the Medici family and the Renaissance period, showcasing how these individual journeys collectively enrich and complicate our understanding of Tuscanys past and its present-day reverberations. 'The Medici Balls: Seven Little Journeys in Tuscany' is an essential collection for those enchanted by Italys heartland, its storied past, and its cultural legacy. Through Sheldon and Newells curatorial prowess, readers are invited to embark on a literary voyage that not only educates but also entices the imagination, bridging past and present. This anthology is a compelling invitation to explore the multiplicity of perspectives surrounding the Medici legacy, through rich narratives that engage, inform, and inspire. For anyone seeking to delve deeper into the soul of Tuscany and the pages of Renaissance history, this collection offers a uniquely panoramic view.

"In a series of sketches, regionalist writers such as Alice Cary, Mary E. Wilkins Freeman, Sarah Orne Jewett, Grace King, Alice Dunbar-Nelson, Sui Sin Far, and Mary Austin critique the approach to regional subjects characteristic of local color and present narrators who serve as cultural interpreters for persons often considered "out of place" by urban readers. In their approach to these writers, Fetterley and Pryse offer contemporary readers an alternative vantage point from which to consider questions of regions and regionalism in the global economy of our own time."--Jacket.