Adrian Smith je emeritní profesor moderních dějin na Univerzitě v Southamptonu. Specializuje se na moderní britské politické, sociální a kulturní dějiny, o čemž svědčí jeho rozsáhlá publikační a přednášková činnost. Ve své práci se zaměřuje na hloubkovou analýzu klíčových postav a institucí, přičemž jeho výzkum často zahrnuje úzkou spolupráci s rodinami a archivními institucemi, aby dosáhl co nejvěrnějšího zobrazení historie.
Nad Ledovým městem Praag se stahují bouřková mračna: odporné hordy chaosu přitáhly ze severních krajů Kislevu, aby na ně zaútočily meči a magií. Pouze trpaslík Gotrek Gurnisson, trolobijce hledající slavnou smrt, a jeho přísežný společník Felix Jaeger stojí mezi silami temnoty a prastarým městem.
The European Union's Trade-Labour Linkage in a Value Chain World
Focusing on the complex dynamics between trade and labor, this book examines how the EU's recent free trade agreements affect workers. It utilizes extensive original research to evaluate the effectiveness of the trade-labor connection amidst the challenges posed by global value chains.
Essays on Bob Dylan and The Band, Woody Guthrie, and Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Exploring personal and cultural connections, the essays traverse locations from the West Midlands to New York, reflecting on the influence of folk music icons like Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie. Adrian Smith shares his experiences and insights, capturing the spirit of 'sixties Coventry and the emotional journey surrounding his son's illness, while interweaving a rich tapestry of music history and personal narrative. This stylish blend of memoir and scholarship offers a poignant exploration of memory, music, and loss.
Change and Continuity in the UK Industrial Pollution Policy Network
The book offers an in-depth examination of the Integrated Pollution Control (IPC) policy process, highlighting its development and implementation. It delves into the intricacies of environmental regulation and the interplay between policy-making and pollution management. Through a comprehensive analysis, the author explores the effectiveness and challenges of IPC, making it a vital resource for understanding environmental policy frameworks.
In a world dominated by a malevolent witch, the true nature of enemies and allies blurs, revealing unexpected threats. As power dynamics shift, characters must navigate a landscape where appearances are deceiving, and the greatest dangers may come from within. This tale explores themes of betrayal, loyalty, and the complexities of good versus evil, challenging perceptions of who the real villains are.
Richard Thompson's debut album, initially dismissed, is now recognized for its originality and influence. Adrian Smith explores how "Henry The Human Fly" reflects Thompson's early experiences with Fairport Convention and his aspiration to create timeless music by blending folk traditions with modern elements. This work serves as a pivotal link between significant albums in his career, showcasing his evolution as a solo artist after his split with Linda Thompson. Its resurgence through streaming highlights its importance in Thompson's enduring legacy as a songwriter and guitarist.
Adrian B. Smith, M.A., a Catholic missionary priest and founder of the Christian TM Group in Britain, published a booklet in 1993 highlighting the importance of Transcendental Meditation. He emphasizes its role in personal development, stress management, and deepening relationships, asserting its value for Christians in achieving spiritual maturity.
RESIDENSITY: A Carbon Analysis of Residential Typologies is the culmination of a seven-year study analysing nine building typologies to understand the relationships between building densities and the amount of land and infrastructure required to support them.
Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture’s Performance + Assembly: The Experience of Space covers a range of performance and assembly spaces designed by AS+GG from central spaces in the world’s largest expositions to small, flexible high-technology theatres to expressive and functional auditoriums.