Immortals of history

A biography of Florence Nightingale, whom the author labels a reluctant saint and describes as a woman who despite great compassion and dedication was embittered by the many hardships and opposition she endured.

A biography of the man who led the Russian Revolution of 1917, created the first socialist state, and became Russia's first Communist leader.

A biography of a man who overcame disadvantages of birth, reputation, and political circumstance to become the leader of his party and prime minister of England.

A history of the campaigns of the military genius who vowed to conquer the Romans and who entered Italy by crossing the Alps on elephants.