Tisha's comments
(member since Jul 24, 2008)
Tisha's comments from the European Royalty group.
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I'm reading The Memoirs of Cleopatra which has inspired me to get back into the books about Ancient Rome...I can't wait to start that McCullough series.
Hannahr wrote: "Connie wrote: "I wonder what Henry would say to Anne in front of their incredibly successful daughter?"
He'd say: "...takes after her ole man".
Anne would say: "YOU'RE the reason she never s..."
Haha, that's hilarious...and probably true!
Elizabeth I
Cleopatra
Anne Boleyn
Julius Caesar
Mandy, I know what you mean about the Tudors...but c'mon, that would be one hell of a dinner party! Very strong personalities! I would have Michaelangelo and Henry VIII on my list in case one of the above were unable to attend. :)
Wait... you said historical, so Marilyn Monroe is out. Let's put Henry in!
I'm nearly finished with Weir's The Children of Henry VIII and am really enjoying it.
Next I'm starting Innocent Traitor.
There is a dystopic novel like that about what if Germany had not been defeated in WW2. It's called The Man in the High Castle. I've never read, but sounds intriguing.
Same here, Boof. This is in my Top 5 too! :)
Can anybody give me some good recommendations of books that cover the Germany or Prussian monarchy? I notice we don't have any books in the German Royalty bookshelf either. I'm having a difficult time finding some and would love to read a few prior to my trip abroad next year. Thanks!
Boof wrote: "Tisha wrote: "Boof wrote: "I have Jean Plaidy's French Revolution trilogy at home that I am looking forward to reading. It's about the lead up to the revolution and also Marie Antoinette. Sara do y..."No, I don't have them, but I shall acquire them.
Boof wrote: "I have Jean Plaidy's French Revolution trilogy at home that I am looking forward to reading. It's about the lead up to the revolution and also Marie Antoinette. Sara do you plan on reading them any..."Ohhh...that sounds good. I might have to check that out with you, Boof.
Susan C wrote: "Any suggestions of books about the entire period of the Medicis?"
The House of Medici Its Rise and Fall is a fantastic non-fiction read that covers the entire Medici era. It's not a heavy fact by fact book either. It reads very well.
Sandra wrote: "Tisha wrote: "Can anyone recommend a good historical fiction book about Napolean? I have the Josephine Bonaparte trilogy, but are there any other recommendations?? Gracias!"
Here are two good poss..."
Thank you! I shall check out Desiree. :)
The Thirteenth Tale was great!
Can anyone recommend a good historical fiction book about Napolean? I have the Josephine Bonaparte trilogy, but are there any other recommendations?? Gracias!
Sandra wrote: "Lena wrote: "I have two themes in mind: The American Revolution and The French Revolution."
I have two novels to suggest for the American Revolution:
COAL BLACK HORSE and
ENEMY WOMEN (by Paulette..."
Sandra, I have had the Josephine books on deck for a while. If it doesn't get selected, I would be happy to read them with you!
Ohhh...two Margaret George choices! Yay!
Susan C wrote: "Does anyone else agree that Marie's first priority, when she realized the people were turning on them, should have been getting her children out of the country. That bothers me way more than any e..."
Yes! It was frustrating how long they stayed put!
Boof wrote: "I have borrowed the TV series The Tudors from a friend and watched the first 2 episodes. So much of it is so inaccurate but it's such good fun. As my very eloquent male friend said: "What's not t..."Ha! My thoughts exactly. Regardless of the details, I still enjoy this show!
I just finished Abundance and loved the ending. The period after the French Revolution, when the monarchy was dwindling, was great. I actually felt suspense. How strange is that in a history book?... I KNOW what is going to happen, but in my brain I was hoping the Queen would escape! Poor, poor, Marie.
Great writing.
I haven't read it, but I own it..it's yet another book on my TBR list.
