Nick Bradley se zaměřuje na kočku jako motiv v japonské literatuře. Jeho debutový román zkoumá složité vztahy mezi lidmi a zvířaty v urbanizovaném prostředí. Bradleyho styl je charakterizován pronikavými postřehy o existenci a jemným vykreslením emocí. Jeho práce představuje jedinečný pohled na moderní život a hluboké lidské pouto.
Propletené příběhy o kočkách, Tokiu, osamělosti a vykoupení.
Tatéra oddaného tradiční technice pohltí ohromující zakázka; bezdomovec se usadí v opuštěném kapslovém hotelu; přepracovaný taxikář nepřestává oplakávat svou zesnulou manželku; uzavřený samotář se bojí opustit dům; přeborník ve videohrách hledá lásku — a všechny tyto lidi spojuje zázračná mytická kočka, která mění podobu a tančí ulicemi Tokia. Při svých toulkách se dotýká životů jeho obyvatel a neočekávanými a někdy i magickými způsoby je propojuje.
THE 7 LAWS OF THE GOLF SWING is a comprehensive guide to building a powerful and consistent golf swing. Written by leading Tour coach Nick Bradley, this book distils the golf swing into seven key areas or 'laws'. Each is explained in detail and supplemented by a range of practice exercises to accelerate the learning process and develop a greater awareness of the feelings and sensations associated with a correct swing motion. Exposing many of the myths surrounding the golf swing, Nick Bradley also ventures outside the traditional boundaries of the swing itself, to explain how concepts such as biomechanics and psychology can combine to create a solid all-round game.
In Kinetic Golf, Nick Bradley uses 115 extraordinary photographs, accompanied by clear, direct text, to raise the bar on golf instruction and give golfers--amateur or professional--a unique way of actually feeling their way to mastering the game. Offering insights that words alone cannot convey, the book provides a vastly improved golf game as the reward. Drawing upon his deep knowledge of trade and Tour secrets, Bradley shows how to build a powerful and consistent game while also debunking many of the myths that cloud the confidence and hinder the performance of the novice and developing golfer. Throughout Kinetic Golf, Bradley boils down the very essence of swing motion and technique, blends it with a feeling, and then creates an image that says it all. Take one look, and you'll get the picture.
A heartwarming and profound novel about the power of books and the connections between generations, it serves as a love letter to Japan and its literature. Flo, feeling stuck in Tokyo with a crisis in confidence and a stagnant relationship, discovers a mysterious book left on the subway. This encounter transforms her, compelling her to translate the forgotten novel, which sets her on a life-changing journey. As she follows the characters through a year in rural Japan, experiencing their relationship's ups and downs, she realizes she must find the elusive author. The protagonists reveal surprising similarities to her own life, blurring the lines between text and translator, indicating that Flo's journey is just beginning.
Critics praise the novel for its gentle exploration of literature, love, human connection, and Japanese culture, highlighting the comfort found in books and the misunderstandings between generations. It is described as tender and thoughtful, crafted to be savored, and is noted for its emotional depth, combining elements of a postmodern riddle with an engaging story. The narrative resonates with themes of youth, dreams, disillusionment, and strength, making it a poignant read that appeals to a wide audience.
Discover the history of one of the world's most popular sports, and learn how to master the perfect swing along the way. Find out all there is to know about golf, from its ancient origins to its most celebrated competitions. Learn about the turning points and winning strokes of the most famous championships ever played - from the Open to the Curtis Cup. Bringing you face-to-face with the stars, such as Tiger Woods, The Golden Bear, and The Shark, entries analyse their trademark strokes and detail their finest performances. Showing you exactly what it takes to achieve an effective - and consistent - golf swing, this book also walks you through the fairways of all the pre-eminent courses, while working systematically through every type of shot, from tee shots, iron play, pitching, and chipping, to coping with bunkers and putting. Learn the sport's key rules and golfing terms, and discover everything you need to know about how to buy the right equipment - from drivers to carts, along with guidance on custom fitting - and the all-important golf etiquette. Brimming with detail and superbly illustrated with over 1,500 photographs, illustrations, maps, and diagrams, The Golf Book is the definitive guide to the famous game for players and fans alike.
