A biography of Grigory Rasputin, a poor peasant from Siberia who charmed his way into the court of Czar Nicholas and his wife Alexandra of Russia.

A biography of Russia's first tsar Ivan the Terrible that describes his life, cruelty, andvictims.

A biography of the first queen of England Mary Tudor that describes her life and execution of hundreds of people for heresy.

Offers an overview of the role Tomas de Torquemada played in the Spanish Inquisition, describing the cruel methods he used to attack the people of Spain and punish those he believed broke the laws of the Church.

Attila the Hun has the word "barbaric" in spray-painted style across the cover, and this is more than an appellation. He was the symbol of the rise of barbarianism that brought down the Roman Empire. In fascinating detail, the book not only introduces Attila, but gives the backstory on what made the rise of the Huns possible. The exciting yet concise writing brings readers close to the battlefield, but the fighting and intrigue are neatly set against...

Traces the rule of Empress Cixi of China and examines how her foolish actions drove her people into chaos and starvation.

Profiles the life of Adolf Hitler, providing information on his youth, his rise to power, his role in World War II, his hatred for Jews, and his impact on the world.

Examines the life and career of Otto von Bismark.