Author: Rina Kent
Publisher: Royal Elite Special Edition
ISBN: 9781685450625
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
NOTE: This is the special edition print of Royal Elite Epilogue. To find the ebook and audiobook, please look for the main edition. One final game. All five couples of Royal Elite series come to life again in this long extended epilogue. Levi & Astrid. Aiden & Elsa. Xander & Kimberly. Ronan & Teal. Cole & Silver. This epilogue is set after the end of Royal Elite Series so all the previous books need to be read before this. Cruel King. Deviant King. Steel Princess. Twisted Kingdom. Black Knight. Vicious Prince. Ruthless Empire.
Royal Elite Epilogue
Author: Rina Kent
Publisher: Royal Elite Special Edition
ISBN: 9781685450625
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
NOTE: This is the special edition print of Royal Elite Epilogue. To find the ebook and audiobook, please look for the main edition. One final game. All five couples of Royal Elite series come to life again in this long extended epilogue. Levi & Astrid. Aiden & Elsa. Xander & Kimberly. Ronan & Teal. Cole & Silver. This epilogue is set after the end of Royal Elite Series so all the previous books need to be read before this. Cruel King. Deviant King. Steel Princess. Twisted Kingdom. Black Knight. Vicious Prince. Ruthless Empire.
Publisher: Royal Elite Special Edition
ISBN: 9781685450625
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
NOTE: This is the special edition print of Royal Elite Epilogue. To find the ebook and audiobook, please look for the main edition. One final game. All five couples of Royal Elite series come to life again in this long extended epilogue. Levi & Astrid. Aiden & Elsa. Xander & Kimberly. Ronan & Teal. Cole & Silver. This epilogue is set after the end of Royal Elite Series so all the previous books need to be read before this. Cruel King. Deviant King. Steel Princess. Twisted Kingdom. Black Knight. Vicious Prince. Ruthless Empire.
Royal elite epilogue
Author: Rina Kent
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788383625515
Category :
Languages : pl
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788383625515
Category :
Languages : pl
Pages : 0
Book Description
Royal Favouritism and the Governing Elite of the Spanish Monarchy, 1640-1665
Author: Alistair Malcolm
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0192509748
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 250
Book Description
Royal Favouritism and the Governing Elite of the Spanish Monarchy, 1640-1665 presents a study of the later years of the reign of Philip IV from the perspective of his favourite (valido), don Luis Méndez de Haro, and of the other ministers who helped govern the Spanish Habsburg Monarchy. It offers a positive vision of a period that is often seen as one of failure and decline. Unlike his predecessors, Haro exercised the favour that he enjoyed in a discreet way, acting as a perfect courtier and honest broker between the king and his aristocratic subjects. Nevertheless, Alistair Malcolm also argues that the presence of a royal favourite at the head of the government of Spain amounted to a major problem. The king's delegation of his authority to a single nobleman was considered by many to have been incompatible with good kingship, and Philip IV was himself very uneasy about failing in his responsibilities as a ruler. Haro was thus in a highly insecure situation, and sought to justify his regime by organizing the management of a prestigious and expensive foreign policy. In this context, the eventual conclusion of the very honourable peace with France in 1659 is shown to have been as much the result of the independent actions of other ministers as it was of a royal favourite very reluctantly brought to the negotiating table at the Pyrenees. By conclusion, the quite sudden collapse of Spanish European hegemony after Haro's death in 1661 is represented as a delayed reaction to the repercussions of a flawed system of government.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0192509748
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 250
Book Description
Royal Favouritism and the Governing Elite of the Spanish Monarchy, 1640-1665 presents a study of the later years of the reign of Philip IV from the perspective of his favourite (valido), don Luis Méndez de Haro, and of the other ministers who helped govern the Spanish Habsburg Monarchy. It offers a positive vision of a period that is often seen as one of failure and decline. Unlike his predecessors, Haro exercised the favour that he enjoyed in a discreet way, acting as a perfect courtier and honest broker between the king and his aristocratic subjects. Nevertheless, Alistair Malcolm also argues that the presence of a royal favourite at the head of the government of Spain amounted to a major problem. The king's delegation of his authority to a single nobleman was considered by many to have been incompatible with good kingship, and Philip IV was himself very uneasy about failing in his responsibilities as a ruler. Haro was thus in a highly insecure situation, and sought to justify his regime by organizing the management of a prestigious and expensive foreign policy. In this context, the eventual conclusion of the very honourable peace with France in 1659 is shown to have been as much the result of the independent actions of other ministers as it was of a royal favourite very reluctantly brought to the negotiating table at the Pyrenees. By conclusion, the quite sudden collapse of Spanish European hegemony after Haro's death in 1661 is represented as a delayed reaction to the repercussions of a flawed system of government.
Lords of Things
Author: Maurizio Peleggi
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 0824863380
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Lords of Things offers a fascinating interpretation of modernity in late nineteenth and early twentieth century Siam by focusing on the novel material possessions and social practices adopted by the royal elite to refashion its self and public image in the early stages of globalization. It examines the westernized modes of consumption and self-presentation, the residential and representational architecture, and the public spectacles appropriated by the Bangkok court not as byproducts of institutional reformation initiated by modernizing sovereigns, but as practices and objects constitutive of the very identity of the royalty as a civilized and civilizing class. Bringing a wealth of new source material into a theoretically informed discussion, Lords of Things will be required reading for historians of Thailand and Southeast Asia scholars generally. It represents a welcome change from previous studies of Siamese modernization that are almost exclusively concerned with the institutional and economic dimensions of the process or with foreign relations, and will appeal greatly to those interested in transnational cultural flows, the culture of colonialism, the invention of tradition, and the relationship between consumption and identity formation in the modern era.
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 0824863380
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Lords of Things offers a fascinating interpretation of modernity in late nineteenth and early twentieth century Siam by focusing on the novel material possessions and social practices adopted by the royal elite to refashion its self and public image in the early stages of globalization. It examines the westernized modes of consumption and self-presentation, the residential and representational architecture, and the public spectacles appropriated by the Bangkok court not as byproducts of institutional reformation initiated by modernizing sovereigns, but as practices and objects constitutive of the very identity of the royalty as a civilized and civilizing class. Bringing a wealth of new source material into a theoretically informed discussion, Lords of Things will be required reading for historians of Thailand and Southeast Asia scholars generally. It represents a welcome change from previous studies of Siamese modernization that are almost exclusively concerned with the institutional and economic dimensions of the process or with foreign relations, and will appeal greatly to those interested in transnational cultural flows, the culture of colonialism, the invention of tradition, and the relationship between consumption and identity formation in the modern era.
Postnationalism
Author: Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
In "Postnationalism," part of the "Political Science" series, explore the evolving challenges to nation-states and traditional nationalism. This book provides insights into national sovereignty, global justice, and postnationalist democracy. Chapter Overviews: 1. Postnationalism: Defines and traces the history of postnationalism. 2. Multiculturalism: Examines how multicultural identities challenge national sovereignty. 3. Transnationalism: Analyzes how cross-border interactions affect state boundaries. 4. Civic Nationalism: Discusses civic nationalism’s role in inclusive communities. 5. Transnational Citizenship: Redefines the individual-state relationship in a globalized world. 6. Constitutional Patriotism: Focuses on loyalty to democratic principles over ethnic nationalism. 7. Nationalism Studies: Reviews key theories and debates in nationalism studies. 8. Types of Nationalism: Explores different nationalisms and their relevance to postnationalism. 9. Multiculturalism in Canada: Analyzes multiculturalism’s impact on Canadian identity. 10. Ethnic Nationalism: Examines ethnic nationalism’s challenges to postnationalism. 11. Nation: Discusses the evolving role of the nation in a postnationalist context. 12. Patriotism: Looks at patriotism’s relationship with global and national loyalties. 13. Royal Commission on Bilingualism and Biculturalism: Reviews its impact on Canadian multiculturalism. 14. Will Kymlicka: Examines Kymlicka’s contributions to multiculturalism and minority rights. 15. Cultural Conservatism: Discusses cultural conservatism’s opposition to postnationalism. 16. Canadian Nationalism: Explores Canadian nationalism’s interaction with postnationalist ideals. 17. Canadian Identity: Analyzes Canadian identity amid multicultural and global influences. 18. Who We Are: A Citizen's Manifesto: Reviews the manifesto’s vision of citizenship. 19. Denationalized Citizenship: Investigates denationalized citizenship’s implications for statehood. 20. Canadian Values: Explores the role of Canadian values in national and postnationalist discourse. 21. Laurentian Elite: Analyzes the Laurentian elite’s influence on Canadian politics. "Postnationalism" offers essential insights into global political dynamics, making it a valuable read for those interested in the shifting landscape of nationalism.
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
In "Postnationalism," part of the "Political Science" series, explore the evolving challenges to nation-states and traditional nationalism. This book provides insights into national sovereignty, global justice, and postnationalist democracy. Chapter Overviews: 1. Postnationalism: Defines and traces the history of postnationalism. 2. Multiculturalism: Examines how multicultural identities challenge national sovereignty. 3. Transnationalism: Analyzes how cross-border interactions affect state boundaries. 4. Civic Nationalism: Discusses civic nationalism’s role in inclusive communities. 5. Transnational Citizenship: Redefines the individual-state relationship in a globalized world. 6. Constitutional Patriotism: Focuses on loyalty to democratic principles over ethnic nationalism. 7. Nationalism Studies: Reviews key theories and debates in nationalism studies. 8. Types of Nationalism: Explores different nationalisms and their relevance to postnationalism. 9. Multiculturalism in Canada: Analyzes multiculturalism’s impact on Canadian identity. 10. Ethnic Nationalism: Examines ethnic nationalism’s challenges to postnationalism. 11. Nation: Discusses the evolving role of the nation in a postnationalist context. 12. Patriotism: Looks at patriotism’s relationship with global and national loyalties. 13. Royal Commission on Bilingualism and Biculturalism: Reviews its impact on Canadian multiculturalism. 14. Will Kymlicka: Examines Kymlicka’s contributions to multiculturalism and minority rights. 15. Cultural Conservatism: Discusses cultural conservatism’s opposition to postnationalism. 16. Canadian Nationalism: Explores Canadian nationalism’s interaction with postnationalist ideals. 17. Canadian Identity: Analyzes Canadian identity amid multicultural and global influences. 18. Who We Are: A Citizen's Manifesto: Reviews the manifesto’s vision of citizenship. 19. Denationalized Citizenship: Investigates denationalized citizenship’s implications for statehood. 20. Canadian Values: Explores the role of Canadian values in national and postnationalist discourse. 21. Laurentian Elite: Analyzes the Laurentian elite’s influence on Canadian politics. "Postnationalism" offers essential insights into global political dynamics, making it a valuable read for those interested in the shifting landscape of nationalism.
The Shadow Frost Novels
Author: Coco Ma
Publisher: Blackstone Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 833
Book Description
From young author Coco Ma comes a dazzling tale of adventure, power, and betrayal, weaving together a stunning world of magic with a killer cast in an explosive, unforgettable collection. Shadow Frost Something dark is brewing in the kingdom of Axaria. The young princess and heir to the throne, Asterin Faelenhart, has a unique set of affinities—or powers. So unique, in fact, she is tasked with hunting down the beast which threatens to destroy her kingdom. With the help of her friends, Asterin sets out to destroy the creature, but as they journey deeper into the forest, they unearth a plot to assassinate the young princess. God Storm After defeating her evil mother, newly coronated Queen Asterin Faelenhart’s kingdom is safe. Except Asterin’s triumph has come at a devastating cost—the shadows in Axaria have begun to stir once again. Another realm coexists with the mortal world—the beautiful, nightmarish Immortal Realm ruled by the wicked God of Shadow, King Eoin. When their paths entwine, Asterin realizes that Eoin possesses exactly what—and who—she seeks most.
Publisher: Blackstone Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 833
Book Description
From young author Coco Ma comes a dazzling tale of adventure, power, and betrayal, weaving together a stunning world of magic with a killer cast in an explosive, unforgettable collection. Shadow Frost Something dark is brewing in the kingdom of Axaria. The young princess and heir to the throne, Asterin Faelenhart, has a unique set of affinities—or powers. So unique, in fact, she is tasked with hunting down the beast which threatens to destroy her kingdom. With the help of her friends, Asterin sets out to destroy the creature, but as they journey deeper into the forest, they unearth a plot to assassinate the young princess. God Storm After defeating her evil mother, newly coronated Queen Asterin Faelenhart’s kingdom is safe. Except Asterin’s triumph has come at a devastating cost—the shadows in Axaria have begun to stir once again. Another realm coexists with the mortal world—the beautiful, nightmarish Immortal Realm ruled by the wicked God of Shadow, King Eoin. When their paths entwine, Asterin realizes that Eoin possesses exactly what—and who—she seeks most.
Blood Royal
Author: John Pearson
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1448207770
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
From the author of All the Money in the World, now a major motion picture, comes a history of Lady Diana's family, the Spencers, a dynasty that rose from sheep farmers to the ranks of upper aristocracy and, finally, royalty. When Lady Diana Spencer married the Prince of Wales in 1981, very little attention was given to her feudal family. The once powerful Spencer dynasty was in disarray and seemed to have outlived its usefulness. In the years following Diana's death, however, the spotlight turned to and remained on the Spencers. Members of what appeared to be a dysfunctional aristocratic family more than came into their own. Blood Royal: The Story of the Spencers and the Royals addresses the questions surrounding the Spencer family story: their chequered history, their intriguing character, and, through the influence of Prince William, their future role within the monarchy. For while Diana left an indelible mark on the British nation and on those who loved and admired her around the world, she also left an indelible mark on the royal family of Windsor: her Spencer genes.
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1448207770
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
From the author of All the Money in the World, now a major motion picture, comes a history of Lady Diana's family, the Spencers, a dynasty that rose from sheep farmers to the ranks of upper aristocracy and, finally, royalty. When Lady Diana Spencer married the Prince of Wales in 1981, very little attention was given to her feudal family. The once powerful Spencer dynasty was in disarray and seemed to have outlived its usefulness. In the years following Diana's death, however, the spotlight turned to and remained on the Spencers. Members of what appeared to be a dysfunctional aristocratic family more than came into their own. Blood Royal: The Story of the Spencers and the Royals addresses the questions surrounding the Spencer family story: their chequered history, their intriguing character, and, through the influence of Prince William, their future role within the monarchy. For while Diana left an indelible mark on the British nation and on those who loved and admired her around the world, she also left an indelible mark on the royal family of Windsor: her Spencer genes.
The Billionaire's Secret
Author: Nana Malone
Publisher: Sankofa Girl
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
When Zia discovered who I really am, I didn’t expect her to stick around. But apparently the truth really does set you free. I didn’t mean to fall in love, but my temporary stay in the Winston Isles is fast becoming the only life I want to live. It would be a lot easier if someone wasn’t still trying to kill me. Or should I say Lord Arlington? No one else knows my secret. But that wasn’t the only one at stake. When my billionaire double returns, he turns my life upside-down. We’ll have to work together to discover the truth behind the plot. Zia doesn’t need my protection, but I won’t rest until I know she’s safe. And we’re not the only ones who needs saving. (This is Book 2 of the Billionaire duet.) Other books in the Winston Isles Royal Saga Cheeky Royal Cheeky King Royal Bastard Bastard Prince Royal Tease Teasing the Princess Protecting the Heiress Tempting the Heiress Return of the Prince To Love a Prince Bodyguard to the Billionaire The Billionaire's Secret London Royal London Soul Royal Playboy Playboy's Heart Topics: contemporary romance, romantic comedy, royal romance, billionaire romance, billionaire, series, romantic comedy series, comedy, comedy series, interracial romance, funny romance, laugh romance, modern romance, urban romance, new york, new york romance, wealthy, USA today, USA today bestseller, Prince romance, neighbor romance, best friends to lovers romance, city romance, smart romance, undercover bodyguard, neighbors romance, roommate romance, something funny to read, best friends in romance, brothers, Kinds, royalty, lighthearted romance, light romance, hot romance, nana malone, nana malone romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, free ebook, freebie, free book, free reads, free romance novel, free romance book, free billionaire book, romantic comedy books free, romance books free, billionaire romance for adults, billionaire romance books, contemporary romance free, funny romance, funny romance free, funny books free, comedy books free, rom com, hilarious, romance series, romance series, romance books, beach reads, new adult, college, funny, female, stories, sensual, sensual romance, alpha male, dominant male, hot guy, racy, billionaire romance free, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, long series, long romance series, wealthy hero, wealthy heroes, sassy, captivating romance, hot, hot romance, forbidden love, sparks, loyalty, swoon, mystery, action adventure romance, romantic suspense, suspense romance, action scene romance, action adventure romance.
Publisher: Sankofa Girl
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
When Zia discovered who I really am, I didn’t expect her to stick around. But apparently the truth really does set you free. I didn’t mean to fall in love, but my temporary stay in the Winston Isles is fast becoming the only life I want to live. It would be a lot easier if someone wasn’t still trying to kill me. Or should I say Lord Arlington? No one else knows my secret. But that wasn’t the only one at stake. When my billionaire double returns, he turns my life upside-down. We’ll have to work together to discover the truth behind the plot. Zia doesn’t need my protection, but I won’t rest until I know she’s safe. And we’re not the only ones who needs saving. (This is Book 2 of the Billionaire duet.) Other books in the Winston Isles Royal Saga Cheeky Royal Cheeky King Royal Bastard Bastard Prince Royal Tease Teasing the Princess Protecting the Heiress Tempting the Heiress Return of the Prince To Love a Prince Bodyguard to the Billionaire The Billionaire's Secret London Royal London Soul Royal Playboy Playboy's Heart Topics: contemporary romance, romantic comedy, royal romance, billionaire romance, billionaire, series, romantic comedy series, comedy, comedy series, interracial romance, funny romance, laugh romance, modern romance, urban romance, new york, new york romance, wealthy, USA today, USA today bestseller, Prince romance, neighbor romance, best friends to lovers romance, city romance, smart romance, undercover bodyguard, neighbors romance, roommate romance, something funny to read, best friends in romance, brothers, Kinds, royalty, lighthearted romance, light romance, hot romance, nana malone, nana malone romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, free ebook, freebie, free book, free reads, free romance novel, free romance book, free billionaire book, romantic comedy books free, romance books free, billionaire romance for adults, billionaire romance books, contemporary romance free, funny romance, funny romance free, funny books free, comedy books free, rom com, hilarious, romance series, romance series, romance books, beach reads, new adult, college, funny, female, stories, sensual, sensual romance, alpha male, dominant male, hot guy, racy, billionaire romance free, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, long series, long romance series, wealthy hero, wealthy heroes, sassy, captivating romance, hot, hot romance, forbidden love, sparks, loyalty, swoon, mystery, action adventure romance, romantic suspense, suspense romance, action scene romance, action adventure romance.
Concubines and Courtesans
Author: Matthew S. Gordon
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0190622199
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
Concubines and Courtesans contains sixteen essays that consider, from a variety of viewpoints, enslaved and freed women across medieval and pre-modern Islamic social history. The essays bring together arguments regarding slavery, gender, social networking, cultural production (songs, poetry and instrumental music), sexuality, Islamic family law, and religion in the shaping of Near Eastern and Islamic society over time. They range over nearly 1000 years of Islamic history - from the early, formative period (seventh to tenth century C.E.) to the late Ottoman, Safavid and Mughal eras (sixteenth to eighteenth century C.E.) - and regions from al-Andalus (Islamic Spain) to Central Asia (Timurid Iran). The close, common thread joining the essays is an effort to account for the lives, careers and representations of female slaves and freed women participating in, and contributing to, elite urban society of the Islamic realm. Interest in a gendered approach to Islamic history, society and religion has by now deep roots in Middle Eastern and Islamic studies. The shared aim of the essays collected here is to get at the wealth of these topics, and to underscore their centrality to a firm grasp on Islamic and Middle Eastern history.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0190622199
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
Concubines and Courtesans contains sixteen essays that consider, from a variety of viewpoints, enslaved and freed women across medieval and pre-modern Islamic social history. The essays bring together arguments regarding slavery, gender, social networking, cultural production (songs, poetry and instrumental music), sexuality, Islamic family law, and religion in the shaping of Near Eastern and Islamic society over time. They range over nearly 1000 years of Islamic history - from the early, formative period (seventh to tenth century C.E.) to the late Ottoman, Safavid and Mughal eras (sixteenth to eighteenth century C.E.) - and regions from al-Andalus (Islamic Spain) to Central Asia (Timurid Iran). The close, common thread joining the essays is an effort to account for the lives, careers and representations of female slaves and freed women participating in, and contributing to, elite urban society of the Islamic realm. Interest in a gendered approach to Islamic history, society and religion has by now deep roots in Middle Eastern and Islamic studies. The shared aim of the essays collected here is to get at the wealth of these topics, and to underscore their centrality to a firm grasp on Islamic and Middle Eastern history.
Prophet, Intermediary, King
Author: Julie B. Deluty
Publisher: BRILL
ISBN: 9004690778
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
In Prophet, Intermediary, King: The Dynamics of Mediation in the Biblical World and Old Babylonian Mari, Julie B. Deluty investigates the mediation of prophecy for kings in biblical narratives and the Old Babylonian corpus from Mari. In many cases, the prophet’s message is delivered through a third party—sometimes a royal official or family member—who may exercise a degree of autonomy in the transmission of the words. Drawing on social network theory, the book highlights the importance of third-party intermediaries in the process of communication that lies at the core of biblical and ancient Near Eastern prophecy. Recognition of the place of non-prophetic intermediaries in a monarchic system offers a new dimension to the study of prophecy in antiquity.
Publisher: BRILL
ISBN: 9004690778
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
In Prophet, Intermediary, King: The Dynamics of Mediation in the Biblical World and Old Babylonian Mari, Julie B. Deluty investigates the mediation of prophecy for kings in biblical narratives and the Old Babylonian corpus from Mari. In many cases, the prophet’s message is delivered through a third party—sometimes a royal official or family member—who may exercise a degree of autonomy in the transmission of the words. Drawing on social network theory, the book highlights the importance of third-party intermediaries in the process of communication that lies at the core of biblical and ancient Near Eastern prophecy. Recognition of the place of non-prophetic intermediaries in a monarchic system offers a new dimension to the study of prophecy in antiquity.