Following Cardinal Basil Hume's death on 17 June 1999, The Times concluded his obituary with a remarkable accolade: 'Few churchman in this century, inside or outside the Catholic Church, have died more deeply loved.' Basil Hume served as Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster for twenty-three years and his holiness and wisdom made him an extraordinary leader. In this enthralling biography, Anthony Howard, who has had unique access to Cardinal Hume's private papers and the people who knew him b...

When survival becomes a mirror for the soul...In Bear Spray, Howard Anthony Stewart delivers a raw, vivid, and spiritually charged survival story about courage, endurance, and faith in the heart of the untamed wilderness.Set deep in the rugged backcountry, a construction crew works tirelessly to complete a remote visitor center an isolated project surrounded by danger, uncertainty, and the primal rhythm of nature. When a close encounter with a charging bear...

Richard Austin Butler remains the great enigma of post-war British politics. Independent, indiscreet and never anything but irreverent, Butler commanded the respect of both sides of the Commons and would have been, on several occasions, the people's choice for premier. From his entry into politics in 1929 to his retirement from that arena in 1965, Butler's story is also that of British political life through almost four decades. Scarred by his association with the appeasers of Munich, he w...

Legendary leaders change the world by putting leadership at the service of humanityHumanise is a comprehensive look at human-centred leadership, providing insight and guidance for those who want to change the world. A deep examination of the concept of moral leadership, this book examines what it is, how it's acquired, and how it can be applied in business, government, and society. Readers will gain insight into predominant leadership styles exemplified in...

Bear Connection is a powerful and inspiring memoir by Howard Anthony Stewart that explores survival, resilience, and self-discovery in the wilderness. After a terrifying encounter with a charging bear, Howard is forced to confront not only the dangers of nature but also the deeper questions of purpose, courage, and faith.As he faces harsh weather, construction challenges, and personal doubts, he learns valuable lessons about perseverance, friendship, and the strength found in human...

This is the inspiring true story of what happens when ordinary people unite to make a stand against evil.Lidice was a peaceful and vibrant community in Czechoslovakia with a rich mining heritage. But an act of Nazi revenge saw this village wiped from existence in a horrifying chapter of European history.Disaster struck for Lidice in 1942 when the prominent Nazi official Reinhard Heydrich was assassinated. Described by Hitler as “the man with an iron heart”, Heydrich was one...

Bear Connection is a powerful and inspiring memoir by Howard Anthony Stewart that explores survival, resilience, and self-discovery in the wilderness. After a terrifying encounter with a charging bear, Howard is forced to confront not only the dangers of nature but also the deeper questions of purpose, courage, and faith.As he faces harsh weather, construction challenges, and personal doubts, he learns valuable lessons about perseverance, friendship, and the strength found in human...

Bear Connection is a powerful and inspiring memoir by Howard Anthony Stewart that explores survival, resilience, and self-discovery in the wilderness. After a terrifying encounter with a charging bear, Howard is forced to confront not only the dangers of nature but also the deeper questions of purpose, courage, and faith.As he faces harsh weather, construction challenges, and personal doubts, he learns valuable lessons about perseverance, friendship, and the strength found in human...

This is the inspiring true story of what happens when ordinary people unite to make a stand against evil.Lidice was a peaceful and vibrant community in Czechoslovakia with a rich mining heritage. But an act of Nazi revenge saw this village wiped from existence in a horrifying chapter of European history.Disaster struck for Lidice in 1942 when the prominent Nazi official Reinhard Heydrich was assassinated. Described by Hitler as “the man with an iron heart”, Heydrich was one...

This is the inspiring true story of what happens when ordinary people unite to make a stand against evil.Lidice was a peaceful and vibrant community in Czechoslovakia with a rich mining heritage. But an act of Nazi revenge saw this village wiped from existence in a horrifying chapter of European history.Disaster struck for Lidice in 1942 when the prominent Nazi official Reinhard Heydrich was assassinated. Described by Hitler as “the man with an iron heart”, Heydrich was one...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • For the first time in decades comes a fresh look at the fabled Tudor dynasty, comprising some of the most enigmatic figures ever to rule a country.“A thoroughly readable and often compelling narrative . . . Five centuries have not diminished the appetite for all things Tudor.”—Associated PressIn 1485, young Henry Tudor, whose claim to the throne was so weak as to be almost laughable, crossed the English ...

An updated edition of Ben Pimlott’s classic biography of the Queen: ‘There is no better biography of Elizabeth II.’ PETER HENNESSY, Independent on Sunday‘A magisterial biography and the only one that seriously deals with her constitutional and political role' Tim Shipman, Sunday TimesThe royal family have been through a tumultuous decade, but with the wedding of Prince William to Kate Middleton, Prince Philip’s 90th birthday and the forthcoming Diamond Jubilee cele...