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Peter Davis

    Peter Davis je autorem románu, který se odehrává na pomezí Hollywoodu, Velké hospodářské krize a Komunistické strany. Jeho eseje se zabývají americkou spodinou, politickými událostmi ve Střední Americe a životem v jednom městečku na Středozápadě. Davisův nebeletristický styl byl chválen uznávanými kritiky a jeho publicistika pokrývala zásadní události. Jako dlouholetý přispěvatel do časopisů a dokumentarista proslul svými ostrými a pronikavými pohledy na společenské a politické otázky.

    Kerala
    Hometown
    The Diary of a Shropshire Farmer
    The British Beat Explosion
    Tina
    Poetry! Poetry! Poetry!
    • 2024

      Sister Hoods is about the sisterhood of two crooked women who share everything they can lay their hands on except the same point of view. These two crooks decide to turn over a new leaf and find their Bodhi tree in the Happy Valley Caravan Park beneath the tropical sun of Far North Queensland. There is nudity, lesbian sex, unnatural cruelties and life altering miracles. The crooks befriend petty criminals, escaped sociopaths, crocodiles and even natural disasters. The siblings even claim to unearth a magic fountain and they are prepared to share with you for a small fortune. Malta and Fairley Galego discover that transformations can vary in a North Queensland caravan park, depending on the beholder. This is the ideal companion for your daily sojourn to the Old Mill. Sit back and enjoy the revelation.

      Sister Hoods
    • 2023

      The collection features poems and reflections capturing the author's journey through transformative life events, including career changes and new relationships. It explores the emotions and thoughts tied to these significant milestones, emphasizing themes of growth and renewal.

      Thoughts and Musings of a Nobody
    • 2023

      Mountain Throwers

      • 136 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení

      After receiving a personal message from God, Simon and his five friends embark on a transformative journey that introduces supernatural elements into their lives. As they navigate challenges and deepen their faith, they discover the power of belief and friendship, learning to overcome obstacles and "move mountains" together. The narrative explores themes of spirituality, camaraderie, and personal growth, highlighting how divine intervention can reshape one's perspective and purpose.

      Mountain Throwers
    • 2019
    • 2018

      Exploring the Edges of Texas

      • 304 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      In 1955, Frank X. Tolbert, a columnist for the Dallas Morning News, circumnavigated Texas with his nine-year-old-son in a Willis Jeep. The column he phoned in to the newspaper about his adventures, Tolbert's Texas, was a staple of Walt Davis's childhood. Fifty years later, Walt and his wife,... číst celé

      Exploring the Edges of Texas
    • 2016

      Focusing on the influence of multinational companies in post-conflict settings, the book explores their roles and governance through extensive fieldwork in Azerbaijan, Bosnia, and Rwanda. It examines how these corporations interact with local communities and the broader implications for recovery and development in regions emerging from conflict. The insights gained provide a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved in corporate involvement in fragile states.

      Corporations, Global Governance and Post-Conflict Reconstruction
    • 2016

      Don't miss out on easy marks. Improve your skills and feel confident about the maths you need for your economics A-level with this essential guide.

      Essential Maths Skills for AS/A Level Economics
    • 2014

      Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage

      • 285 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení

      Wide-ranging essays on intangible cultural heritage, with a focus on its negotiation, its value, and how to protect it.

      Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage
    • 2013

      Tina

      • 92 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení
      4,4(35)Ohodnotit

      The collection features a unique exploration of self through the lens of direct addresses to "Tina," emphasizing the deeply personal nature of communication. Peter Davis's inventive poetry blends humor and emotional resonance, capturing the complexities of human experience. The work balances moments of laughter with poignant reflections, creating a powerful impact that lingers with readers. It challenges perceptions of connection, revealing that conversations often serve as mirrors to our own thoughts and feelings.

      Tina
    • 2013

      Hometown

      • 338 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení
      2,0(1)Ohodnotit

      Focusing on the unique dynamics of a small town thirty miles north of Cincinnati, the book captures a year in the life of its residents, highlighting both their strengths and challenges. Through vivid storytelling, Peter Davis, an award-winning CBS News writer, offers an insightful exploration of community, resilience, and the everyday experiences that define small-town America.

      Hometown