The Prince of EuropeThe Habsburg courtier Charles Joseph Prince de Ligne seduced and symbolized eighteenth century Europe. Speaking French the international language of the day he travelled between Paris and St Petersburg charming everyone he met. He stayed with Madame du Barry dined with Frederick the Great and travelled to the Crimea with Catherine the Great. But Ligne was more than a frivolous charmer. He participated in and recorded some of the most important events

evil things

sporting memorabilia

Anthony Holden's deeply researched and vibrantly written biography gives full due to this minor poet - but major influence on his great Romantic contemporaries

this time exploring a powerful concept that runs back centuries

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'Her story is astonishing' Spectator

He designed the Reichstag

depression and low mood

For her sick father she must bridge the gulf that distance and time have widened

a vicious crime lord on death row

while making sure that both parents and kids enjoy every precious moment

Dickens masterfully intertwines social satire with elements of detective fiction