Sarah Bradford Libri

The name Lucrezia Borgia evokes the sinister and corrupt aspects of the Renaissance—incest, political assassination, and papal sexual abuse. However, bestselling biographer Sarah Bradford presents a more nuanced portrait, revealing a woman who was neither a monster nor a pawn, but a shrewd and determined figure who leveraged her beauty and intelligence to navigate the political landscape of her time. Born the illegitimate daughter of Rodrigo Cardinal Borgia and his mistress, Vannozza Cattanei, Lucrezia was only twelve when her father became Pope Alexander VI and thirteen when she entered her first marriage. She would marry twice more, gaining power with each union, ultimately becoming the duchess of Ferrara. In her maturity, Lucrezia emerged as an enlightened ruler—kind and decisive during conflicts, generous to artists and poets, and passionate in love, albeit indifferent to sexual morality. Drawing from a wealth of contemporary documents and firsthand accounts, Bradford vividly depicts the art, pageantry, and perilous politics of the Renaissance world that Lucrezia helped shape. With her expertise on the Borgia family, Bradford showcases Lucrezia as an ideal subject for her narrative and psychological insight, capturing the era’s irresistible blend of sex, gossip, murder, beauty, and ambition.

This definitive biography of George VI explores the life of the king who faced immense challenges during his reign. Ascending to the throne after his brother's abdication, George encountered the upheaval of European politics leading to World War II, the war itself, and a subsequent era marked by austerity, social change, and the decline of the British Empire. Unprepared for kingship and burdened by a stammer, public appearances were often difficult for him. Growing up in the shadow of his charismatic brother, who was idolized by the public, George's journey to greatness was unexpected. Sarah Bradford's sympathetic portrayal reveals how, despite these challenges, George VI emerged as a respected monarch. Praised for her lucid and fair writing, Bradford's work is described as a triumph, with her insights into George's character and reign providing a vivid and thorough understanding of his legacy. Bradford, an accomplished historian and biographer, has written extensively on various historical figures, including Cesare Borgia, Disraeli, and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Currently, she is working on a comprehensive biography of Queen Victoria, further establishing her reputation as a leading royal biographer.

The definitive biography of the Queen that reveals the real woman behind the public figure. Sarah Bradford unravels Elizabeth's family secrets - how she was influenced by her father; her troubled relationships with her children; the story of her difficult marriage; and how this remarkable monarch has coped with the pressures of being a mother who is also the most famous woman in the world. 'The only book that could overtake it is the autobiography, which in this case will never be written' Spectator

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis is portrayed as a figure of grace and resilience, embodying America's sense of royalty from her debut in 1947 until her death in 1994. The biography offers an intimate yet candid exploration of her life, detailing her public persona and personal struggles. Through the lens of her experiences, the author sheds light on the complexities of her character, supported by 32 photographs that enhance the narrative.

Sarah Bradford s stylish and readable biography traces the flamboyant career of Benjamin Disraeli. She follows Disraeli s progress from Byronic dandy to confidante of Queen Victoria, describing en route how bouts of fierce parliamentary fighting and intrigue alternated with periods of intense creativity which produced Vivian Grey, Coningsby, Sybil and the worlds best- seller Lothair. Using previously unknown letters and papers, she throws new light upon Disraeli s relationships with the women in his life. She also brings to life the parliamentary debates through which Disraeli destroyed Peel as leader of the Conservative Party, split the Conservatives, duelled with Gladstone and achieved power as one of England s greatest prime ministers.

From the best-selling author of 'George VI', 'Elizabeth' and 'Diana', a biography of Queen Elizabeth II which offers a vivid window into the key moments of British and world history during the Queen's 60 year reign.

Sarah Bradford, a renowned historian and biographer, has authored several notable works, including biographies of prominent figures such as Disraeli, George VI, Elizabeth II, and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Her expertise extends to the Borgia family, having written two previous accounts about them. Currently residing in London, Bradford's extensive background in biography and history enriches her narratives and insights into her subjects.

Anschuldigungen wegen Verrats, Vergewaltigung, Inzest und fast fünf Jahrhunderte sind seit Cesare Borgias Tod vergangen, und sein Ruf wirft immer noch einen düsteren Schatten. Doch der wahre Mann war eine faszinierende Figur, die Machiavellis Klassiker Der Fürst inspirierte. In der kurzen Zeit, in der er im Rampenlicht stand, schockierte und erstaunte er seine Zeitgenossen mit seinen hohen Ambitionen und seinem Wagemut und wurde zum gefürchtetsten, gehasstesten und beneideten Mann seiner Zeit. Mit 31 Jahren nimmt seine Geschichte die Proportionen einer griechischen Tragödie an.

Het leven van de vrouw van de 35e president van de Verenigde Staten van Amerika, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (1929-1994).