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The Middle East Affairs recounts Zahos' adventures in legendary events of WWII (siege of Tobruk, battles of El Alamein and Rimini), with all its tragedy and specific details, exactly as they were experienced by the writer. All stories are true and based on the author’s experiences, not based on descriptions as are used by many war historian authors. At the same time, it is a vivid depiction of the cosmopolitan and aristocratic urban environments of Alexandria, Cairo, and Beirut during those turbulent years when death was highly probable and people tried to enjoy life to the fullest. His adventures narrated in this book began in 1941 when 17-year-old Zahos decided to leave occupied Greece i...
Inspired by true events, this book is essentially the account of an intense love triangle among a mature playboy and two young ladies: a charming and intellectually gifted writer, and a bold bisexual student of astounding beauty. As the plot gradually escalates to a dramatic climax, the reader might also enjoy the captivating human stories, the unlikely friendships and alliances, as well as a philosophical approach concerning how to live and how to die, while having a glimpse at Mykonos' globally famous hedonistic lifestyle in the late seventies. Finally, the witty and lively writing style of Zahos Hadjifotiou makes difficult for the reader to put this book down.
Inspired by true events, this book is essentially the account of an intense love triangle among a mature playboy and two young ladies: a charming and intellectually gifted writer, and a bold bisexual student of astounding beauty. As the plot gradually escalates to a dramatic climax, the reader might also enjoy the captivating human stories, the unlikely friendships and alliances, as well as a philosophical approach concerning how to live and how to die, while having a glimpse at Mykonos' globally famous hedonistic lifestyle in the late seventies. Finally, the witty and lively writing style of Zahos Hadjifotiou makes difficult for the reader to put this book down.
Inspired by true events, this book is essentially the account of an intense love triangle among a mature playboy and two young ladies: a charming and intellectually gifted writer, and a bold bisexual student of astounding beauty. As the plot gradually escalates to a dramatic climax, the reader might also enjoy the captivating human stories, the unlikely friendships and alliances, as well as a philosophical approach concerning how to live and how to die, while having a glimpse at Mykonos' globally famous hedonistic lifestyle in the late seventies. Finally, the witty and lively writing style of Zahos Hadjifotiou makes difficult for the reader to put this book down. Preface One of the most famo...
Zahos Hadjifotiou is a Greek best-selling author who met success from his first book. He has written dozens of books, many of them translated into foreign languages. All his books are best sellers. The Middle East Affairs recounts Zahos' adventures in legendary events of WWII (siege of Tobruk, battles of El Alamein and Rimini), with all its tragedy and specific details, exactly as they were experienced by the writer. All stories are true and based on the author's experiences, not based on descriptions as are used by many war historian authors. At the same time, it is a vivid depiction of the cosmopolitan and aristocratic urban environments of Alexandria, Cairo, and Beirut during those turbul...
The personal record of actual war events in addition to the atmosphere of that period completes the picture of an important historical fact. In autobiographic Memoires the authors and historians used as a role official classified material and only added other events and elements when and if the text was facilitated by these. From this aspect we greet the english edition of the widely read book of Z. Hadjifotiou "Love and War" which has reached its 21st edition. The author is an eccentric personality equally ebullient in war as in peacetime who has put on paper his many activities - with much elegance in all his books. Off-spring of a very well to do family he abandoned very young the comfort...
Autobiographical fiction with memoirs from the World War II and British Navy. This is the second edition in English. The original Greek speaking book reached the 21st edition.
A once lost magnificent antique vase from China's 13th Century Song Dynasty reappears from the depths of the Mediterranean Sea where it comes to dwell on a piano in a doctor's home. It becomes the impetus in steering the lives of this doctor and his descendants through their heartbreaks, romances and ultimately successes. An assassination, a sabotage on a Greek island and amazing musical performances are but some of the events that strike their lives. Spanning from 13th Century China to the present, the story takes place on four continents, with talented individuals of different nationalities and backgrounds, always interrelated by music.
Showcasing travel photographs by more than 150 of America’s top architects and designers, Travel by Design is an inspiring guide to the power of travel to shape and expand our world. Travel by Design reminds us of the beauty and importance of travel, with images of more than 100 locations in 60 countries, from exotic destinations and global cities to adventure travels and all-American escapes. More than 350 photographs take readers on a global journey through cityscapes, ancient civilizations, luxurious resorts, and stunning natural wonders, all seen through the discerning and artistic eyes of today’s leading creative talents. The images are sure to inspire dreams of escape, and the 40 pages of insider resources—from favorite hotels and restaurants to secret shopping sources and must-see monuments—will make planning future trips reassuring and easy.
Inspirado em eventos reais, este livro é um relato de um triângulo amoroso envolvendo um ‘playboy’ experiente e duas mulheres; uma talentosa, charmosa e inteligente escritora, e uma ousada estudante bissexual de beleza estonteante. A medida que a história caminha para um ponto dramático, o leitor segue relatos cativantes de experiências humanas e amizades improváveis assim como um questionamento filosófico sobre como viver, e como morrer. Ao mesmo tempo levando o leitor pelo mundialmente famoso estilo de vida hedonista de Mykonos nos anos 70. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'} Por fim, o estilo extrovertido e perspicaz da escrita de Zachos Hadji...