The story of Marlene Dietrich's life is the story of the 20th century. Author David Stuart Ryan who wrote the bestselling biography 'John Lennon's Secret' explores the amazing and circuitous route that took her to Hollywood and riches. But to understand the essential Marlene it is necessary to go right back in time to the era of La Belle Epoque when a very feudal and settled order still existed in Europe. 'The Blue Angel' transports you to a glittering world that is all about to disappear in the maelstrom of world war. What emerges from the conflict is a feverish gaiety that seeks to put...

'India - a guide to the experience' reveals what it is like to actually travel in India, to give you a visceral feel for the very physical impact that the subcontinent has upon its visitors. Words and pictures combine to build up a vivid sense of the country. You are taken from one far end to the other, stopping along the way at some of the most beautiful and beguiling places the country has to offer. If you have ever wondered what it will be like to venture to India then this is it. A guide by a writer and film maker who has visited the subcontinent seven times and spent a total of two years...

What were the demons that drove the most influential artist of the late 20th century? David Stuart Ryan has used his access to the files of Time magazine, plus interviews with many of the leading Beatles players, to build an unforgettable portrayal of the previously hidden sides of John Lennon. You feel like are reliving every day in the life...and what a life it was 'A whole lot of fun' 'Great photos too.' Mail on Sunday book review This new edition reveals many previously unknown sides to the amazing never to be repeated rise to fame and fortune of the Beatles, the most influential music...

- the land of Australia and islands of Fiji Award-winning poet David Stuart Ryan takes you into the very heart of the Australian land and its presences in a vivid journey that includes over 100 original illustrations. Drawing on his Australian roots - his mother, grandmother and great grandmother were all Australian - the poet produces some new insights into the very nature of the land and its history. Illustrations of the native animals as well as its peoples bring this poetic journey alive and challenging in its depictions of the continent. The vast empty spaces, the pure colours, the ever...

Photographs by David Stuart Ryan and Lisa Norfolk Take a ride right around the USA in the company of poet David Stuart Ryan and see the world in a slightly different way from the one you have been used to. You are shown the offbeat, the unusual, the telling little details about people and places that mark them out as the unique and unforgettable roadstops that they are on your trip. The text and pictures are linked together to show you exactly what the author is describing, it all comes vividly alive and makes you feel you know the place just that little bit better. For armchair travel, or...