Andrew Zurcher Knihy

Kay a její sestřička Eloise si nikdy nemyslely, že normální mrazivý Štědrý večer by se mohl stát začátkem dobrodružství, které potrvá dvanáct nocí. Jejich táta večer pracuje jako obvykle dlouho do noci… příliš dlouho, takže mámě dojde trpělivost, naloží obě dcery do auta a vydá se ho sama vyzvednout na univerzitu v Cambridgi, kde je její manžel zaměstnaný. Když tam dorazí, zjišťují, že tam nikdo ani nezná jeho jméno. Kay je zmatená – její máma potichu pláče, není naštvaná ani se nevzteká. A ještě podivnější je kartička se záhadným nápisem, kterou najde ve své posteli na polštáři. V noci ji vzbudí dva hlasy. Patří Willovi a Phillipovi. Nejsou to lidé. Vůbec by je neměla slyšet. Ale slyší je…

The book explores the intricate relationship between legal thought and language in Spenser's writings, offering fresh perspectives on his literary contributions. By examining how legal concepts influence Spenser's themes and character development, it reveals deeper meanings and enhances the understanding of his work. This analysis provides a unique lens through which to appreciate the complexities of Spenser's poetry and its relevance to legal discourse.

Fitz thinks he is an ordinary eleven-year-old and loves to turn simple things into mini-adventures, like sneaking next door and filching books from Mr Ahmadi's vast library of mysterious tomes, and goading the guard dog into giving breakneck chase. But one tranquil evening three sharp knocks on the front door change everything . . . 'I said I would come for him. He is my jewel. It is time. It is past time.' Now on the run from a threat that has been waiting his entire life, Fitz's only hope is to put his life in the hands of his enigmatic neighbour, Mr Ahmadi. Taken on as an apprentice in a secret society who keep all they really do cloaked in mystery, Fitz has to quickly learn the ropes within the most skilful, most powerful, most dangerous and wealthiest organisation in the world . . .