How did a kingdom become a republic... and then an empire? The French Revolution changed France forever, from the fall of the monarchy to the rise of Napoleon. On JamesDrake TV.
One of the UK's largest book recommendation platforms, LoveReading, has selected Rue de Seine for its Summer Reading Choices. Learn more by watching our trailer on JamesDrake TV:
https://t.co/cx0XedIxe3
Nina Simone’s voice shaped music history. Her artistry, courage, and activism left a lasting impact that continues to inspire generations.
On JamesDrake TV
The story of a single Paris street can tell the story of a city. Rue de Seine, Half Past Ten explores the history, culture and remarkable inhabitants of one of Paris's most iconic streets.
Available now in paperback:
https://t.co/tjFcVZkSvV
René Magritte’s The Son of Man remains one of the most iconic and mysterious paintings ever created. Why hide the face behind an apple?
On JamesDrake TV.
Dame Judi Dench’s journey from stage star to national treasure continues to inspire generations.
Watch below:
https://t.co/Lr8fa30hkA
Featuring the subject of one of my favourite images of and for great people which I painted.
The list of former residents of the rue de Seine in Paris reads like a roll-call of French genius, as this short video testifies. My book: Rue de Seine, Half-Past Ten, is available from. Amazon from 28 May:
https://t.co/rMFK4BZDqI
Delighted to announce publication of my book Rue de Seine, Half Past Ten, about the history & iconic inhabitants of this Paris street - here with prepublication copy. Order from 28 May here: https://t.co/tjFcVZkSvV
The Louvre Pyramid was once criticised for looking too modern beside the historic Louvre. Today, architect I. M. Pei’s vision stands as one of the world’s most iconic blends of old and new architecture. On JamesDrake TV.
Elvis Presley became one of the defining figures of 20th-century music and popular culture, leaving an influence that still resonates generations later.
“Power Off” is a poignant illustration of two parallel worlds unfolding side by side. In one, a mother and daughter struggle to survive amid war and destruction. In the other, a mother and daughter live peacefully, unaware of the chaos beyond their walls.
Winston Churchill remains one of the most influential figures of the 20th century, remembered for his leadership during WWII.
Inspired by Letters for the Ages: Winston Churchill, edited by James Drake. ↓ https://t.co/6RevpDT46Y
I’ve always avoided meat containing nitrite preservative, because it can react with amines in the stomach to form potentially carcinogenic nitrosamines. Why has it taken so long to produce nitrite-free processed ham? Image @thetimes
We are proud that our short film The Daughter Who Saved de Gaulle has been nominated for an award at the upcoming Al Film Awards in Cannes 2026. Here it is - only on JamesDrake TV: https://t.co/gQPdUw0ap5