Eileen Atkins
Author
Series
Upstairs Downstairs volume 3
Language
English
Description
Sir Hallam finds himself at the center of a national crisis when his friend, the Duke of Kent, asks for help. Meanwhile, storm clouds are gathering within 165 Eaton Place, with Lady Agnes's growing fear over the imminent arrival of her baby, and the servants' concern for Lotte, who refuses to speak. But, as the king finally abdicates, Hallam makes a discovery that will change his life forever.
Author
Series
Upstairs Downstairs volume 1
Language
English
Description
As 165 Eaton Place reopens its doors, two new arrivals make their mark. But whilst Sir Hallam's forthright aunt Blanche disrupts life upstairs, feisty new maid Beryl struggles to adjust to life in service. Meanwhile, Lady Agnes' concern for her children reveals a dark secret about Mr. Pritchard, Sir Hallam's preoccupation with burgeoning Nazi Germany leads him into dangerous waters, and a chance meeting with an unexpected face unlocks a hidden desire...
Author
Series
Upstairs Downstairs volume 6
Language
English
Description
On the eve of war, Beryl and Harry face a race against time to get married. Meanwhile, Mr. Pritchard makes a decision which throws the running of 165 into chaos until an old face lends a helping hand. And as Lady Agnes returns to London, a dark discovery has explosive consequences for all inside Eaton Place and changes the landscape forever.
Author
Series
Upstairs Downstairs volume 2
Language
English
Description
With no sign of a thaw in relations between Lady Agnes and Maud, Hallam finds his diplomatic skills put to the test at home as well as at work. The servants are intrigued by a mysterious new addition to the household, while a restless Lady Persie embarks on a dangerous flirtation, and is drawn to the thrill of radical politics.
Author
Series
Upstairs Downstairs volume 1
Language
English
Description
Sir Hallam Holland and his beautiful wife Lady Agnes inherit a dilapidated 165 Eaton Place, and set about restoring the house to its full glory. Former housemaid Rose Buck finds herself back in the house where she was happiest, but the arrival of an unwelcome guest puts a strain on relations, both upstairs and down.
Author
Series
Upstairs Downstairs volume 3
Language
English
Description
Blanche comes face to face with her former lover when a scandalous novel is published and, when the passion between the pair reignites, begins to consider a life away from Eaton Place. Downstairs, Beryl's decision to take a stand causes serious ructions to the running of the house until a familiar face offers wise words. Meanwhile, when Lady Persie reveals a shocking secret to Sir Hallam, the pair get ever closer as Persie is forced to make a life...
Author
Series
Upstairs Downstairs volume 4
Language
English
Description
Harry's desire to impress Beryl leads him and Johnny into the world of boxing and, as their big fight draws ever closer, the boys are determined to reign victorious. Upstairs, as she and Sir Hallam drift further apart, Lady Agnes is reacquainted with a familiar face who shows her an exciting world away from 165 Eaton Place, and Sir Hallam makes a dangerous decision which will change his life forever.
Author
Series
Upstairs Downstairs volume 5
Language
English
Description
As 165 Eaton Place prepares for the Annual Servant's Ball, Mr. Pritchard enjoys a romance with fellow servant Miss Whisset, and starts to wonder if there's more to life than service. With war looming, Harry has a proposition for Beryl, however a shock revelation threatens to thwart their plans. Meanwhile, as Lady Persie and Sir Hallam continue their dangerous affair, Sir Hallam is about to discover just how destructive his actions have been.
Author
Series
Upstairs Downstairs volume 2
Language
English
Description
Lady Agnes catches the eye of charismatic American millionaire Caspar Landry but, as she and Sir Hallam look to their future, a tragic turn of events leaves their promised dreams and a close family member, in jeopardy. Downstairs, Mrs. Thackeray makes a momentous decision which throws the running of 165 into chaos. And Blanche and Mr. Amanjit continue to clash until a heart-breaking cause compels them to reconsider their differences.
10) Chicklit
Author
Language
English
Description
Four friends try to save their pub by writing a 'ChickLit' novel, with potentially disastrous consequences!
11) Vita & Virginia
Author
Publisher
Samuel French
Pub. Date
©1995
Physical Desc
3 preliminary leaves, 42, [3] pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Publisher
IFC Films
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (84 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Dame Maggie Smith, Dame Judi Dench, Dame Eileen Atkins, and Dame Joan Plowright are among the most celebrated actresses of the time, with scores of iconic performances, decades of wisdom, and innumerable awards between them. They are also longtime friends who invite viewers to join them for a weekend in the country as they catch up with one another, reminisce, and share their candid, delightfully irreverent thoughts on everything from art to aging...
Publisher
Acorn Media
Pub. Date
c2002
Physical Desc
3 videodiscs (ca. 5 hrs., 24 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The bespectacled spymaster is once more called from retirement to come to the aid of the 'Circus'--and he returns with a vengeance. The murder of an emigre Soviet General who was also a British agent sends him digging into the past on a twisted trail across Europe that moves inexorably towards a final showdown with his old adversary, Karla of Moscow Centre.
Publisher
[Image Entertainment]
Pub. Date
[2015]
Edition
Widescreen.
Physical Desc
4 videodiscs (366 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
As they pose for the cover of a glossy magazine, the aristocratic Aird family appears to have the perfect life. But beneath the breeding lie dark secrets that will soon jeopardize their storybook world. Edmund Aird is the lord of Balnaird House, one of the most splendid estates in the Scottish Highlands. He and his American-born wife, Virginia, seem to have everything: wealth, beautiful children, and a thriving family business.
Pub. Date
2013
Physical Desc
3 videodiscs (521 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Changing times, cutthroat competition, and romance flavor the dramatic conclusion. As the Roaring Twenties close, the market for haute couture is shrinking. In order to survive, can the House of Eliott realize that ready-to-wear is fashion's future? Title has been repackaged.
Publisher
Anchor Bay Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2009]
Edition
Widescreen ed.; Fullscreen ed.
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (93 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Harvey is a divorced, down-on-his-luck music jingle composer. Kate is a lonely British airline employee. Chance brings them together. Harvey's intention is only to stay for the wedding ceremony of his daughter. He rushes off to the airport so he can make it home for an important music industry meeting. When Harvey gets let go from his job, he decides to stay in London and go to his daughter's wedding reception. He finds Kate and asks her to accompany...
Publisher
Acorn Media
Pub. Date
[2010]
Edition
40th anniversary ed.
Physical Desc
4 videodiscs (approximately 650 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The lives of both the family and the servants in the London townhouse at 165 Eaton Place are followed. Upstairs lives Richard Bellamy, the head of the household, and also a member of Parliament. His wife is a member of the titled aristocracy. Downstairs is Hudson, the Scottish butler who directs and guides the other servants concerning their tasks and proper places.
20) Robin Hood
Publisher
Universal
Language
English
Formats
Description
In 13th century England, Robin and his band of marauders confront corruption in a local village and lead an uprising against the crown that will forever alter the balance of world power. And whether thief or hero, one man from humble beginnings will become an eternal symbol of freedom for his people.