Patrick Dillon Knihy

Většinu svého života trávíme uvnitř budov. Víme však, proč a jak je ale lidé začali stavět? Zdobit? Navštivme slavné stavby, od pyramid egyptských faraonů až po Centre Pompidou v Paříži. Příběhy Patricka Dillona o významných budovách – a významných lidech, kteří je postavili – oslavuje vynalézavost lidského ducha. Mimořádně podrobné ilustrace Stephena Biestyho nás zavedou dovnitř slavných budov a ukáží nám, jak tyto pozoruhodné stavby vlastně drží pohromadě.

Exploring themes of faith and commitment, this digital edition of a Best Books Award Winner offers a collection of true family stories and global adventures intertwined with Scripture. Covering diverse topics such as marriage, youth issues, and historical events like the Gold Rush and the Great Depression, the author writes with a candid and engaging style. Readers are encouraged to deepen their relationship with God, fostering a renewed sense of hope and love through personal reflection and relatable narratives.

Exploring the depths of human behavior, this collection of poetry and prose spans over a decade of introspective writing. The author shares a journey from the lowest to the highest points of humanity, revealing the often darker aspects of individual experiences. By delving into the curiosities and wonders that connect us all, the work invites readers to engage with the inner voice that resonates within each of us, making it a compelling read for those seeking connection and understanding.

Six months later, at Christmas, Patrick started to write.A Moment of Grace is the searing, tender account of Patrick's life with Nicola and her illness, and his life after her loss. Heartbreaking, life-affirming and truly unforgettable, A Moment of Grace is one man's journey to find life after his wife's death.

Stephen Biesty, der Großmeister der technischen Illustration, hat sich nach seinem viel beachteten Erfolgstitel Große Entdecker einem neuen »großen« Thema zugewandt: Gemeinsam mit Autor Patrick Dillon, Architekt und Historiker, stellt er die schönsten Bauwerke in aller Welt vor und zeichnet zugleich eine Geschichte der Architektur von den Anfängen bis heute. In seinen fulminanten Aufrissen und Explosionszeichnungen sind auch kleinste Details ins Bild gesetzt und laden dazu ein, die Gebäude bis in den hintersten Winkel zu erkunden. Ein Buch, das alle Architektur-Interessierten zum Staunen bringt!

The narrative captures the harrowing events of a 1983 commercial fishing voyage that resulted in the tragic deaths of 14 men, profoundly impacting a small town. Blending the thrill of adventure with poignant human drama, the story explores themes of loss and resilience, revealing the emotional and historical significance of the tragedy. Through Dillon's account, readers are drawn into the lives affected by this disaster, highlighting the community's struggle to cope with the aftermath.

"In the tumultuous aftermath of the Trojan War, a young man battles to save his home and his inheritance. Setting out to find his father, he ends up discovering himself." --