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Paperback. Zustand: Good. The world is peering into a terrifying chasm of a new type of conflict: cyber-warfare. Where computers take over from missiles and global damnation comes at the click of a button.The main threat: China.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. When Franklin Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin met in Yalta in February 1945, Hitler's armies were on the run, and victory was imminent. The Big Three wanted to draft a blueprint for a lasting peace--but instead they set the stage for a forty-four year division of Europe into Soviet and Western spheres of influence. After fighting side by side for nearly four years, their political alliance was beginning to fracture. Although the most dramatic Cold War confrontations such as the Berlin airlift were still to come, a new struggle for global hegemony had got underway by August 1945 when Truman used the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Six Months in 1945 brilliantly captures this momentous historical turning point while illuminating the aims and personalities of larger-than-life political giants.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Fair. In October 1962, at the height of the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union came to the brink of nuclear conflict over the placement of Soviet missiles in Cuba. In this hour-by-hour chronicle of those tense days, veteran Washington Post reporter Michael Dobbs reveals just how close we came to Armageddon. Here, for the first time, are gripping accounts of Khrushchev's plan to destroy the U.S. naval base at Guantánamo; the handling of Soviet nuclear warheads on Cuba; and the extraordinary story of a U-2 spy plane that got lost over Russia at the peak of the crisis. Written like a thriller, One Minute to Midnight is an exhaustively researched account of what Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. called "the most dangerous moment in human history," and the definitive book on the Cuban missile crisis.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. In October 1962, at the height of the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union came to the brink of nuclear conflict over the placement of Soviet missiles in Cuba. In this hour-by-hour chronicle of those tense days, veteran Washington Post reporter Michael Dobbs reveals just how close we came to Armageddon. Here, for the first time, are gripping accounts of Khrushchev's plan to destroy the U.S. naval base at Guantánamo; the handling of Soviet nuclear warheads on Cuba; and the extraordinary story of a U-2 spy plane that got lost over Russia at the peak of the crisis. Written like a thriller, One Minute to Midnight is an exhaustively researched account of what Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. called "the most dangerous moment in human history," and the definitive book on the Cuban missile crisis.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. In October 1962, at the height of the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union came to the brink of nuclear conflict over the placement of Soviet missiles in Cuba. In this hour-by-hour chronicle of those tense days, veteran Washington Post reporter Michael Dobbs reveals just how close we came to Armageddon. Here, for the first time, are gripping accounts of Khrushchev's plan to destroy the U.S. naval base at Guantánamo; the handling of Soviet nuclear warheads on Cuba; and the extraordinary story of a U-2 spy plane that got lost over Russia at the peak of the crisis. Written like a thriller, One Minute to Midnight is an exhaustively researched account of what Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. called "the most dangerous moment in human history," and the definitive book on the Cuban missile crisis.…

Zustand: Good. In October 1962, at the height of the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union came to the brink of nuclear conflict over the placement of Soviet missiles in Cuba. In this hour-by-hour chronicle of those tense days, veteran Washington Post reporter Michael Dobbs reveals just how close we came to Armageddon.Here, for the first time, are gripping accounts of Khrushchev's plan to destroy the U.S. naval base at Guant namo; the handling of Soviet nuclear warheads on Cuba; and the extraordinary story of a U-2 spy plane that got lost over Russia at the peak of the crisis.Written like a thriller, One Minute to Midnight is an exhaustively researched account of what Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. called the most dangerous moment in human history, and the definitive book on the Cuban missile crisis.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The #1 International Bestseller from the Executive Producer of the hit Netflix series House of Cards.Francis Urquhart is back and the newly elected Prime Minister continues his climb to power. This time he will take on the King himself, threatening to expose Royal secrets. This game is winner-takes-all, but who will walk away the victor?The role of the monarchy in modern Britain comes under scrutiny as Prime Minister Francis Urquhart threatens to expose Royal secrets when his plans are blocked by the idealistic new King. Their differences of opinion quickly degenerate into open hostility.The battlefield ranges from architecture to the underprivileged; the battle is fought with rigged opinion polls, manipulated newspaper headlines, sexual scandal and economic brinkmanship as Urquhart sets out to destroy not only the King's family and friends but even the King himself.Continuing the dark tale of greed, corruption, and unquenchable ambition, To Play the King reveals that no matter the country, politics, intrigue and passion reign in the corridors of power. An explosive political thriller, fans of Vince Flynn, David Baldacci and Robert Ludlum will enjoy this second tale of Urquhart's intrigues and schemes. As a former advisor to Margaret Thatcher, Conservative Party Chief of Staff, and now peer of the realm and Conservative member of the House of Lords, Baron Dobbs provides an insider look at the twists and turns of British politics.Other books in the House of Cards series: House of Cards, Book 1 - The dark, twisting schemes of a politician determined to succeedTo Play The King, Book 2 - Newly elected Prime Minister plots to take on the Monarchy to grab even more powerThe Final Cut, Book 3 - The perfect finale to this twisted trilogy, Urquhart refuses to close his career quietlyWhat readers are saying about House of Cards: Engrossing, brilliantly written, fast moving political drama.Superb trilogy of political ruthlessnessgreat read and an uncanny look at British politics from an ex politician. Buy it and get hooked.Engaging and fun to read with all the drama expected from Dobbs.Full of intrigue and manipulation. The Machiavellian Prime Minister pitted against the Monarchy in a bitter fight to the death.an explosive end and full of intrigue, both political and personal.a masterful performanceIf you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books.What reviewers are saying about House of Cards: 'Michael Dobbs has an uncanny knack of forecasting the future. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would send a chill through Buckingham Palace.' - Sunday Express'With a friend like Michael Dobbs, who needs enemies? A good romp, and gloriously cheeky. Dobbs' books grab because of their authenticity - the man knows his stuff.' - The Times'Rattles along from scandal to scandal.excellent entertainment.' - Mail on SundayWhat everyone is saying about the House of Cards books: This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity.a great triumph. --The Independent.a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government. - Daily ExpressIf you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books.Michael Dobbs has an uncanny knack of forecasting the future. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would send a chill through Buckingham Palace. - Sunday Express. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The USA Today Bestseller from the Executive Producer of the hit Netflix series House of Cards.A dark tale of greed, corruption, and unquenchable ambition, House of Cards reveals that no matter the country, politics, intrigue and passion reign in the corridors of power.Francis Urquhart has his hand on every secret in politics--and is willing to betray them all to become prime minister.Mattie Storin is a tenacious young reporter who has a knack for finding the real stories hidden behind the spin. When she stumbles upon a scandalous web of intrigue and financial corruption at the very highest levels, she vows to reveal the truth. But to do so she must battle her own demons and risk everything, even her life.An explosive political thriller reinvented for a new generation. Fans of Vince Flynn, David Baldacci and Robert Ludlum will revel in getting to know Francis Urquhart, the man we love to hate.As a former advisor to Margaret Thatcher, Conservative Party Chief of Staff, and now peer of the realm and Conservative member of the House of Lords, Baron Dobbs provides an insider look at the twists and turns of British politics.Other books in the House of Cards series: House of Cards, Book 1 - The dark, twisting schemes of a politician determined to succeedTo Play The King, Book 2 - Newly elected Prime Minister plots to take on the Monarchy to grab even more powerThe Final Cut, Book 3 - The perfect finale to this twisted trilogy, Urquhart refuses to close his career quietlyWhat readers are saying about House of Cards: the best of modern political fiction. The reader can't help but be riveted by the lead character, even hoping for his sinister plots to succeed.fast-paced and interesting. I couldn't put the book downwonderful and extremely.one of the most memorable and unashamedly wicked characters in political fiction.What reviewers are saying about House of Cards: This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity.a great triumph. -- The Independent'The exciting thriller that has Westminster buzzing. Here is a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government.' - Daily Express'It has pace, a beguiling authenticity and a cast of Achilles heels.' - Daily TelegraphWhat everyone is saying about the House of Cards books: This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity.a great triumph. -- The Independent.a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government. - Daily ExpressIf you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books.Michael Dobbs has an uncanny knack of forecasting the future. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would send a chill through Buckingham Palace. - Sunday Express.…

Zustand: Fair. In October 1962, at the height of the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union came to the brink of nuclear conflict over the placement of Soviet missiles in Cuba. In this hour-by-hour chronicle of those tense days, veteran Washington Post reporter Michael Dobbs reveals just how close we came to Armageddon.Here, for the first time, are gripping accounts of Khrushchev's plan to destroy the U.S. naval base at Guant namo; the handling of Soviet nuclear warheads on Cuba; and the extraordinary story of a U-2 spy plane that got lost over Russia at the peak of the crisis.Written like a thriller, One Minute to Midnight is an exhaustively researched account of what Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. called the most dangerous moment in human history, and the definitive book on the Cuban missile crisis.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The final book in the Internationally Bestselling trilogy that inspired the hit Netflix series House of Cards.Months from taking his place as the longest-serving Prime Minister this century, Francis Urquhart's country is tiring of him. But he's not about to be driven from office. If the public demands new blood, that is precisely what he will give them.This is a different Francis Urquhart - more vulnerable, more loving, and more ruthless than ever. He will risk everything, but one thing is certain: whatever the outcome of this, his greatest gamble, the name of Francis Urquhart will never be forgotten.Finishing the dark tale of greed, corruption, and unquenchable ambition, The Final Cut reveals that no matter the country, politics, intrigue and passion reign in the corridors of power. An explosive political thriller, fans of Vince Flynn, David Baldacci and Robert Ludlum will enjoy this stunning conclusion to Dobb's trilogy.As a former advisor to Margaret Thatcher, Conservative Party Chief of Staff, and now peer of the realm and Conservative member of the House of Lords, Baron Michael Dobbs provides an insider look at the twists and turns of British politics.Other books in the House of Cards series: House of Cards, Book 1 - The dark, twisting schemes of a politician determined to succeedTo Play The King, Book 2 - Newly elected Prime Minister plots to take on the Monarchy to grab even more powerThe Final Cut, Book 3 - The perfect finale to this twisted trilogy, Urquhart refuses to close his career quietlyWhat readers are saying about House of Cards: If you enjoy political intrigue, murder, and a truly loathsome character you will greatly enjoy this final installment by Dobbs.Great book highly recommend if you are currently viewing House of Cards.Francis Urquhart is on a par with RIchard III as a baddie of literature. And yet Dobbs has us cheering from him at every turn.Dobbs ties off the House of Cards series with a bang and pens, perhaps, his best novel of the trilogy.Francis Urquhart at his finest, the ultimate chess game against the world.the sharpest, smartest, and most intelligent writing I have read.A superb ending to the series What reviewers are saying about House of Cards: A triumphant return.the best book of the three. The action is unflagging, the characterization razor-sharp, the satirical barbs at politics and politicians unfailingly accurate. What a brilliant creation F.U. is. --Sunday TelegraphRazor-sharp and merciless.One thing is certain: F.U. will be remembered for much longer than many a real Prime Minister. - Daily MailThoroughly entertaining. Urquhart is a joy, and the wonderful games he plays have lost none of their attraction. - The TimesWhat everyone is saying about the House of Cards books: This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity.a great triumph. -- The Independent.a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government. - Daily ExpressIf you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books.Michael Dobbs has an uncanny knack of forecasting the future. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would send a chill through Buckingham Palace. - Sunday Express.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. The USA Today Bestseller from the Executive Producer of the hit Netflix series House of Cards.A dark tale of greed, corruption, and unquenchable ambition, House of Cards reveals that no matter the country, politics, intrigue and passion reign in the corridors of power.Francis Urquhart has his hand on every secret in politics--and is willing to betray them all to become prime minister.Mattie Storin is a tenacious young reporter who has a knack for finding the real stories hidden behind the spin. When she stumbles upon a scandalous web of intrigue and financial corruption at the very highest levels, she vows to reveal the truth. But to do so she must battle her own demons and risk everything, even her life.An explosive political thriller reinvented for a new generation. Fans of Vince Flynn, David Baldacci and Robert Ludlum will revel in getting to know Francis Urquhart, the man we love to hate.As a former advisor to Margaret Thatcher, Conservative Party Chief of Staff, and now peer of the realm and Conservative member of the House of Lords, Baron Dobbs provides an insider look at the twists and turns of British politics.Other books in the House of Cards series: House of Cards, Book 1 - The dark, twisting schemes of a politician determined to succeedTo Play The King, Book 2 - Newly elected Prime Minister plots to take on the Monarchy to grab even more powerThe Final Cut, Book 3 - The perfect finale to this twisted trilogy, Urquhart refuses to close his career quietlyWhat readers are saying about House of Cards: the best of modern political fiction. The reader can't help but be riveted by the lead character, even hoping for his sinister plots to succeed.fast-paced and interesting. I couldn't put the book downwonderful and extremely.one of the most memorable and unashamedly wicked characters in political fiction.What reviewers are saying about House of Cards: This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity.a great triumph. -- The Independent'The exciting thriller that has Westminster buzzing. Here is a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government.' - Daily Express'It has pace, a beguiling authenticity and a cast of Achilles heels.' - Daily TelegraphWhat everyone is saying about the House of Cards books: This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity.a great triumph. -- The Independent.a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government. - Daily ExpressIf you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books.Michael Dobbs has an uncanny knack of forecasting the future. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would send a chill through Buckingham Palace. - Sunday Express.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. The #1 International Bestseller from the Executive Producer of the hit Netflix series House of Cards.Francis Urquhart is back and the newly elected Prime Minister continues his climb to power. This time he will take on the King himself, threatening to expose Royal secrets. This game is winner-takes-all, but who will walk away the victor?The role of the monarchy in modern Britain comes under scrutiny as Prime Minister Francis Urquhart threatens to expose Royal secrets when his plans are blocked by the idealistic new King. Their differences of opinion quickly degenerate into open hostility.The battlefield ranges from architecture to the underprivileged; the battle is fought with rigged opinion polls, manipulated newspaper headlines, sexual scandal and economic brinkmanship as Urquhart sets out to destroy not only the King's family and friends but even the King himself.Continuing the dark tale of greed, corruption, and unquenchable ambition, To Play the King reveals that no matter the country, politics, intrigue and passion reign in the corridors of power. An explosive political thriller, fans of Vince Flynn, David Baldacci and Robert Ludlum will enjoy this second tale of Urquhart's intrigues and schemes. As a former advisor to Margaret Thatcher, Conservative Party Chief of Staff, and now peer of the realm and Conservative member of the House of Lords, Baron Dobbs provides an insider look at the twists and turns of British politics.Other books in the House of Cards series: House of Cards, Book 1 - The dark, twisting schemes of a politician determined to succeedTo Play The King, Book 2 - Newly elected Prime Minister plots to take on the Monarchy to grab even more powerThe Final Cut, Book 3 - The perfect finale to this twisted trilogy, Urquhart refuses to close his career quietlyWhat readers are saying about House of Cards: Engrossing, brilliantly written, fast moving political drama.Superb trilogy of political ruthlessnessgreat read and an uncanny look at British politics from an ex politician. Buy it and get hooked.Engaging and fun to read with all the drama expected from Dobbs.Full of intrigue and manipulation. The Machiavellian Prime Minister pitted against the Monarchy in a bitter fight to the death.an explosive end and full of intrigue, both political and personal.a masterful performanceIf you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books.What reviewers are saying about House of Cards: 'Michael Dobbs has an uncanny knack of forecasting the future. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would send a chill through Buckingham Palace.' - Sunday Express'With a friend like Michael Dobbs, who needs enemies? A good romp, and gloriously cheeky. Dobbs' books grab because of their authenticity - the man knows his stuff.' - The Times'Rattles along from scandal to scandal.excellent entertainment.' - Mail on SundayWhat everyone is saying about the House of Cards books: This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity.a great triumph. --The Independent.a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government. - Daily ExpressIf you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books.Michael Dobbs has an uncanny knack of forecasting the future. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would send a chill through Buckingham Palace. - Sunday Express. …

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