Best Selling Books by Andrew Morton

A biography of Diana including family photographs, many color, never before released.

An honest, unbiased account of one of the most admired, influential figures of our era and the definitive study of Diana.

#1 New York Times bestselling biographer Andrew Morton provides the definitive, most comprehensive account of Queen Elizabeth II''s legendary reign. Painfully shy, Elizabeth Windsor''s personality was well suited to her youthful ambition of living quietly in the country, raising a family, and caring for her dogs and horses. But when her uncle, King Edward VIII, abdicated, she became heir to the throne--embarking on a journey that would test her as a woman and queen. Ascending to the throne at only 25, this self-effacing monarch navigated endless setbacks, family conflict, and occasional triumphs throughout her 70 years as the Queen of England. As her mettle was tested, she endeavored to keep the monarchy relevant culturally, socially, and politically, often in the face of resistance from inside the institution itself. And yet the greatest challenges she faced were often inside her own family, forever under intense scrutiny; from rumors about her husband''s infidelity, her sister''s marital breakdown, Princess Diana''s tragic death, to the recent departure of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Now in The Queen, renowned biographer Andrew Morton takes an in-depth look at Britain''s longest reigning monarch, exploring the influence Queen Elizabeth had on both Britain and the rest of the world for much of the last century. From leading a nation struggling to restore itself after the devastation of the second World War to navigating the divisive political landscape of the present day, Queen Elizabeth was a reluctant but resolute queen. This is the story of a woman of unflagging self-discipline who will long be remembered as mother and grandmother to Great Britain, and one of the greatest sovereigns of the modern era.

From motherless child to wife and mother, from "boy toy" to fiercely independent diva, Madonna is one of the most remarkable women of our time.

The New York Times–bestselling biography of Meghan Markle, the American actress who won Prince Harry’s heart, from the author of Diana: Her True Story Women who smash the royal mold have always fascinated the public, from Grace Kelly to Princess Diana. Now acclaimed royal biographer Andrew Morton brings us a revealing and inspiring look at Meghan Markle, the charismatic duchess whose warm and affectionate engagement interview won the hearts of the world. When Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were set up by a mutual friend on a blind date in July 2016, little did they know that the resulting whirlwind romance would lead to their engagement in November 2017 and marriage in May 2018. Morton goes back to Meghan''s childhood growing up in The Valley in Los Angeles, her studies at an all-girls Catholic school, and her fraught family life—a painful experience mirrored by Harry''s own background. Morton also delves into her previous marriage and divorce in 2013, her struggles in Hollywood as her biracial identity was used against her, her big break in the hit TV show Suits, and her work for a humanitarian ambassador—the latter so reminiscent of Princess Diana''s passions. Finally, we see how the royal romance played out across two continents but was kept fiercely secret, before the news finally broke and Meghan was thrust into the global media''s spotlight. Drawing on exclusive interviews with her family members and closest friends, and including never-before-seen photographs, Morton introduces us to the real Meghan as he reflects on the impact that she has already had on the rigid traditions of the House of Windsor, as well as what the future might hold.

The true story of Edward Windsor and Wallis Simpson''s involvement with the Nazi regime, and the post-war cover-up.

"I''d been carrying around the ring with me....I would not let it go. You hear a lot of horror stories about proposing and things go horribly wrong, but it went really, really well." --HRH, Prince William of Wales The marriage of Prince William to Catherine Middleton is one of the most significant royal events of recent times. As second in line to the throne, the elder son of the much mourned Diana, Princess of Wales-whose famous sapphire and diamond engagement ring he bestowed on his future bride-William embodies the hopes and expectations of millions of people around the world. And as a "commoner" who will become a princess, Catherine brings romance and freshness to a very traditional union. Acclaimed biographer Andrew Morton, who was trusted by Diana herself to recount her true story to the outside world, has been covering Prince William since birth. Now he brings his unique insights to this portrait of the histories and characters of the bride and groom-from their family backgrounds, their childhoods, and the early days of their relationship at university, through their ups and downs as a couple in the public eye, their private engagement in Kenya, and all the glamour and drama of the wedding itself. Lavishly illustrated with color photographs, both a chronicle and a lasting memento of a day to remember, William & Catherine brings us both the public spectacle and the private moments as only the author of Diana: Her True Story can reveal them.

Recounts how an improper relationship and broken confidences led to threats of jail and prejudgement in the media.

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. Wallis in Love is a vivid, fresh and frankly amazing portrait of Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. Morton draws on interviews, secret letters, diaries and never before seen or heard primary sources.

The Duchess of York is the royal version of the New Woman: independent, highly motivated and full of character.

SHE IS A FASHION ICON WITH A LUST FOR FAME. HE IS POSSIBLY THE MOST FAMOUS ATHLETE ON THE PLANET. Together they are one of the most loved -- and hated -- pairs on Earth. This sensational, highly addictive biography delves beneath the Beckhams'' glossy, glamorous facade to expose the real Posh and Becks behind the headlines and the hype. Celebrity biographer Andrew Morton, hailed for his insightful, in-depth coverage of luminaries such as Princess Diana and Madonna, explores in detail how David and Victoria Beckham followed their passions -- football and fame -- to become two of the most recognizable people in the world. From their individual childhood stories of relentlessly pursuing their dreams to achieving fame together on an international level, Posh and Becks have earned their unofficial titles as the "King and Queen of Popular Culture," and they never disappoint their fans -- or the tabloids -- when it comes to making news. Their whirlwind courtship, "royal" wedding, alleged affairs, and family struggles have been lived out under the glare of flashbulbs, which they seem to simultaneously court and shun as they attempt to balance their personal lives with their public personas. With up-to-date coverage and commentary on all things Beckham, including David''s disappointing stint at Real Madrid and the family''s relocation to Los Angeles, Posh & Becks lays bare the truth behind the tabloids on this fascinating couple.

Andrew Morton uncovers the true story of the biggest celebrity of our age. Everyone knows Tom Cruise—or at least what he wants us to know. We know that the man behind the smile overcame a tough childhood to star in astonishing array of blockbusters: Top Gun, Rain Man, Born on the Fourth of July, A Few Good Men, Jerry Maguire, several Mission: Impossible movies, and more. We know he has taken artistic chances, too, earning him three Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations. But beyond that, the picture becomes a bit less clear... We know that Tom is a devoted follower of the Church of Scientology. We know that, despite persistent rumors about his sexuality, he has been married to Mimi Rogers, Nicole Kidman, and Katie Holmes. But it was not until he jumped on Oprah''s couch to proclaim his love for Katie and denounced Brooke Shields for turning to the "Nazi science" of psychiatry that we began to realize how much we did not know about the charming, hardworking star. For all the headlines and the rumors, the real Tom Cruise has remained surprisingly hidden—until now.

Perfect for fans of The Crown, this captivating biography from a New York Times bestselling author follows Queen Elizabeth II and her sister Margaret as they navigate life in the royal spotlight. They were the closest of sisters and the best of friends. But when, in a quixotic twist of fate, their uncle Edward Vlll decided to abdicate the throne, the dynamic between Elizabeth and Margaret was dramatically altered. Forever more Margaret would have to curtsey to the sister she called ''Lillibet.'' And bow to her wishes. Elizabeth would always look upon her younger sister''s antics with a kind of stoical amusement, but Margaret''s struggle to find a place and position inside the royal system—and her fraught relationship with its expectations—was often a source of tension. Famously, the Queen had to inform Margaret that the Church and government would not countenance her marrying a divorcee, Group Captain Peter Townsend, forcing Margaret to choose between keeping her title and royal allowances or her divorcee lover. From the idyll of their cloistered early life, through their hidden war-time lives, into the divergent paths they took following their father''s death and Elizabeth''s ascension to the throne, this book explores their relationship over the years. Andrew Morton''s latest biography offers unique insight into these two drastically different sisters—one resigned to duty and responsibility, the other resistant to it—and the lasting impact they have had on the Crown, the royal family, and the ways it adapted to the changing mores of the 20th century.

HE''S A HOLLYWOOD SUPERSTAR . . . A CONTROVERSIAL FILM DIRECTOR . . . ONE OF THE SEXIEST MEN ALIVE (AT LEAST ACCORDING TO PEOPLE MAGAZINE) . . . AND NOW MEL GIBSON WANTS TO HELP YOU BE ALL YOU CAN BE! When Mel Gibson wakes up in jail after being arrested for DUI, he doesn''t quite remember what happened the night before, but he''s not worried. After all, he''s Mel Gibson! Whatever he might have said or done, he''s confident it will all blow over. Because if there''s one thing Mel knows for sure, it''s how to live the charmed life he so richly deserves! And since Mel has a couple of hours to kill before his lawyers show up, he''s decided to share his secrets of happiness with you mere mortals. Here you''ll find Mel''s exclusive tips for career success, romance, keeping fit, facing your fears, money matters, and even surviving a nuclear apocalypse! With a foreword by Jesus Christ Himself and an appendix of Mel''s favorite cocktails (like the Tequila Sunrise: Take one bottle of tequila, drink ''til sunrise), this is the definitive guide to living the good life, Mel Gibson-style. (This book is not in any way affiliated with or authorized by the real Mel Gibson. Or Jesus Christ, for that matter.)

In this updated biography, Andrew Morton tells of Beckham''s injured left foot, new found maturity as England Captain in the World Cup and Sir Alex''s fiery temper. He also covers Posh''s battle for chart supremacy, motherhood for the second time, and the foiled kidnap plot.

This is the first book that shows how to take advantage of both your photos and Flickr''s enormous cache, to create new and compelling extensions to the Flickr platform. You’ll discover how to take advantage of open source tools (like PHP, Apache, and MySQL) and the Flickr architecture to manage, retrieve, and format photos in imaginative ways. You’ll also learn how to build upon Flickr''s photo collaboration features to create interfaces for working with others on photo album projects. And you will learn how to take advantage of RSS to distribute photo updates with ease.

La première biographie complète et approfondie de l''actrice américaine connue pour son engagement humanitaire, écrite par l''un des plus renommés biographes, auteur de best-sellers dans le monde entier. Quand Meghan Markle et le prince Harry se rencontrèrent grâce au blind-date organisé par l''un de leurs amis communs, rien ne laissait supposer que, seize mois plus tard, leur coup de foudre amoureux les conduise, à des fiançailles en novembre 2017, et un mariage princier à la clé en mai 2018. Depuis lors, la fascination pour la jeune femme si différente des fiancées réservées de l''histoire récente, et en passe de remodeler la monarchie, a atteint des sommets. Dans la première biographie de la future duchesse, le très réputé biographe royal Andrew Morton revient sur les origines de Meghan et dévoile les moindres détails de son histoire : son enfance à Los Angeles, son éducation dans une école catholique de filles et sa vie familiale chaotique. Il nous plonge également, dans les coulisses de son premier mariage et de son divorce en 2013, les difficultés traversées à Hollywood où son métissage lui a maintes fois été reproché, sa percée grâce à la série TV Suits et son oeuvre en tant que militante humanitaire - qui n''est pas sans rappeler les passions de Princesse Diana. Nous découvrons comment la romance royale, qui se déroula sur deux continents, fut férocement tenue secrète avant l''annonce de la nouvelle qui projeta Meghan sous les feux des projecteurs comme elle ne l''avait jamais été. Incluant des photographies inédites, Morton nous présente la vraie Meghan et interroge l''influence qu''elle exerce déjà sur les traditions rigides de la Maison de Windsor - pas même Kate Middleton n''avait été invitée à célébrer Noël avec la reine avant d''épouser son prince - ainsi que sur ce que l''avenir nous réserve.

This book is an anthology of effective database management techniques representing the collective wisdom of the OakTable Network. With an emphasis upon performance—but also branching into security, national language, and other issues—the book helps you deliver the most value for your company’s investment in Oracle Database technologies. You’ll learn to effectively plan for and monitor performance, to troubleshoot systematically when things go wrong, and to manage your database rather than letting it manage you.

For the first time, royal writer Andrew Morton takes a detailed look at the secret world of the Princess of Wales and reconstructs her daily life. To build up an intimate dossier on Diana, Morton has interviewed friends, members of the royal household, her staff and charities, revealing a side of the Princess hitherto unknown. 200 four-color photographs.

Die intime Biografie über Hollywoods schönste und faszinierendste Schauspielerin »Wenn ich einmal groß bin, werde ich Schauspielerin. Eine große Schauspielerin.« Angelina Jolie Wer ist die schönste Frau Hollywoods wirklich? Hure oder Heilige, Süchtige oder Familientier, die Brad Pitt domestiziert hat und selbst nach dem nächsten Oscar greift, nachdem sie ihn bereits für Durchgeknallt bekommen hat? Unfassbar der intime Bruderkuss in aller Öffentlichkeit, unnachahmlich ihre bizarren Tattoos und unbeirrt ihr Engagement für die Armen und Verfolgten dieser Welt. Dem Celebrity-Biographen Andrew Morton gelingt ein hautnahes Porträt dieser faszinierenden Persönlichkeit, das intime Einblicke in das Leben der Lara Croft-Darstellerin gewährt. Eine außergewöhnliche Biografie über eine der stärksten Frauen Hollywoods, die mit unerwarteten Enthüllungen überrascht. Angelina Jolie von Andrew Morton: die außergewöhnliche Biografie im eBook!

Nesta obra, o autor busca descrever o mundo que cerca Angelina Jolie, mostrando sua criação quando criança, a formação como atriz e como mulher. A biografia reúne pesquisa, entrevistas originais e fotografias, a fim de mostrar a história da atriz, tanto seus excessos na juventude quanto seu trabalho com crianças e vítimas da pobreza e desastres.

This te×t traces the life and career of one of Africa''s longest serving and most controversial leaders, Daniel arap Moi, President of Kenya. Andrew Morton seeks to challenge assumptions about a man routinely written off as a dictator.

Young, good-looking, famous and rich, there is no better-known celebrity couple than Posh and Becks. In this biography, Andrew Morton reveals the truth behind the headlines. He examines Victoria''s relationship with the other Spice Girls and David''s relationship with Manchester United.