Tom Vickers Knihy

In the context of economic crisis and social upheaval, this book explores how Marxism can empower social workers and service users to confront and resist oppression. By reinterpreting Marxist insights, it specifically addresses the challenges faced by refugees and asylum seekers in Britain, highlighting their struggles within the broader framework of class struggle. The work emphasizes the relevance of Marxist theory in understanding contemporary social issues and developing effective strategies for advocacy and support.

When a high school basketball star goes missing, a town's secrets are exposed in this edge-of-your seat, addictive read. At 8:53 pm, thousands of people watched as Jake Foster secured the state title for his basketball team with his signature fadeaway. But by the next morning, he's disappeared without a trace. Nobody has any idea where he is: not his best friend who knows him better than anyone else, not his ex-girlfriend who may still have feelings for him, not even his little brother who never expected Jake to abandon him. Rumors abound regarding Jake's whereabouts. Was he abducted? Did he run away to try to take his game to the next level? Or is it something else, something darker--something they should have seen coming? Told from the points of view of those closest to Jake, this gripping, suspenseful novel reminds us that the people we think we know best are sometimes hiding the most painful secrets.

Drawing on Marxist theory, the book explores the manipulation of the terms 'workers' and 'migrants' in the context of the so-called 'migrant crisis' and 'welfare crisis.' It critiques how these representations serve capitalist interests and contribute to exploitation. Additionally, the author suggests alternative perspectives that emphasize solidarity among these groups, aiming to reshape the discourse surrounding migration and labor in a more equitable manner.

From Saints to Winners is a tale of agony and ecstasy told through the eyes of the man who covered every game of one of the greatest seasons in the history of Northampton Saints. Bookended by tragedy, the 2013/14 campaign saw the Saints overcome years of near misses to claim their first Premiership title, as well as glory in the Challenge Cup.

In this fast-paced thriller, eighteen-year-old Calli finds herself alone after the loss of her father—until a bruised and broken girl shows up on her property, forcing her to face the present, rethink her future, and unearth the skeletons of her own past. Life has never been easy in the small desert town of Harmony, but even on the day Calli Christopher buries her father, she knows she is surrounded by people who care about her. But after the funeral, when everyone has finally gone home, Calli discovers a girl on her property. A girl who’s dirty and bruised and unable to speak. And petrified. Calli keeps the girl secret—well, almost secret. She calls her Ash and begins to nurture her back to health. But word spreads in a small town, and soon a detective comes around asking questions about a missing girl from another town. But these only raise more questions--about Ash and about the people Calli knows well. Still, she must ask: is Ash in danger…or is she the danger?