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Published by Whittles Publishing, United Kingdom, Caithness, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. From Alexander the Great to Saddam Hussein, from Cardinal Richelieu and Howard Hughes to Martin Luther King and Pope Benedict, emperors and tycoons, presidents and popes, they have all had a right hand man - or woman - at their side advising, sometimes influencing and occasionally manipulating. The operating style of the 'fixer' or eminence grise has changed throughout history from one of absolute discretion as adviser to overt spinning with even a desire to share in some of the 'fame', but their presence has always been a constant theme. In The Shadow of Power throws a brief spotlight on some of the people who practised these dark arts hovering on the edges of history, lurking in the background, occasionally rising to positions of absolute authority while managing to remain behind the scenes. This selection reveals certain common traits - a devotion to their master, a ruthless determination to protect and serve regardless of the price, an ability to survive. Many of the individuals will be unknown to some readers although the masters they served will all be household names. Not all are men, of course, the strong woman behind the successful man is commonplace. They have worked for good and ill, some moving from the bedchamber to positions of absolute power; many just like their male counterparts seem to have been driven by their lowly backgrounds with their intelligence simply proving too much for their well-born masters. They come in all guises: diplomats and courtesans, concubines and clerics, politicians and journalists, and from many different countries in Europe and India, China, France and USA, but the role of the eminence grise is often a dangerous one and getting too close to the powerful can prove fatal. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
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Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: HPB Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: Michael Lyons, HAGERSTOWN, MD, U.S.A.
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Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
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Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: booksXpress, Bayonne, NJ, U.S.A.
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Soft Cover. Condition: new.
Published by National Book Network, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
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Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
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Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Whittles Publishing 2014-11-07, Dunbeath, Caithness, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: Blackwell's, London, United Kingdom
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paperback. Condition: New. Language: ENG.
Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
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Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. A selection of some of the most influential advisers from 400BC to the present day. Provides an insight into some of the most important and yet often unnoticed men and women in history from around the world. Explores the characteristics that make these the best fixers and manipulators.
Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 208 pages. 9.00x5.75x0.50 inches. In Stock.
Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: Majestic Books, Hounslow, United Kingdom
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Condition: New. pp. 208.
Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: Books Puddle, New York, NY, U.S.A.
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Condition: New. pp. 208.
Published by Whittles Publishing 2014-08-06, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: Chiron Media, Wallingford, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: New.
Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, Ireland
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Condition: New. A selection of some of the most influential advisers from 400BC to the present day. Provides an insight into some of the most important and yet often unnoticed men and women in history from around the world. Explores the characteristics that make these the best fixers and manipulators Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: HBG; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 140 x 216 x 13. Weight in Grams: 316. . 2014. Paperback. . . . .
Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Castle Donington, DERBY, United Kingdom
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Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: Kennys Bookstore, Olney, MD, U.S.A.
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Condition: New. A selection of some of the most influential advisers from 400BC to the present day. Provides an insight into some of the most important and yet often unnoticed men and women in history from around the world. Explores the characteristics that make these the best fixers and manipulators Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: HBG; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 140 x 216 x 13. Weight in Grams: 316. . 2014. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.
Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Castle Donington, DERBY, United Kingdom
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Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.
Published by Whittles, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: Postscript Books, Newton Abbot, DEVON, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: New. Exploring the role of the éminence grise and the exercise of influence, Bob Whittington describes the careers and, in many cases, the demise, of 24 'fixers', favourites or advisers, from Alexander the Great's general, Parmenion (c.400?330 BCE), to Peter Mandelson, the 'Prince of Darkness' of Tony Blair's premiership, and Fr Georg Gänswein, the close companion of Pope Benedict XVI.
Published by Whittles Publishing, 2014
ISBN 10: 1849950482ISBN 13: 9781849950480
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.