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This revelatory story of the most tragic, cruel, brave and misguided episode in Australia's history - the "saving" of a unique race, the Tasmanian Aborigines - is seen through the eyes of an obsessive young present day narrator. Breathtaking and visionary in its scope, The Savage Crows breaks new fictional ground in its affecting portrayal of the collision of worlds, generations and mythologies. from suburban apathy and cynicism blossoms a wild foolhardy and beautiful hinterland of time and space.
A well-designed Swedish room, whether an antique-filled country home or a contemporary industrial loft space, has a calm and feel-good quality that literally permeates the atmosphere. See how some of the most authentic advocates of Swedish design are using these ideas in their own homes, places of pure beauty and simplicity. The fundamental concepts of Swedish design are in full play at each location featured and are important qualities to incorporate into a home-those of functionality, quality of materials, light, preservation, art, eclecticism, color, sense of place and a deep reverence for nature. Featured in the book are projects by designers Eleish van Breems, 2Michaels, Liza Laserow, a...
The Formula for the Illuminati's New World Order of 2012 The word "Awakening" also means "Enlightened" which refers to the Illuminati in Latin. It is the code name for a secret shadowy government through present day corporations that has been setup by the 1st Antichrist to control the world affairs. In order to achieve his goal he has to overthrow our capitalist government, and replace it with his secret agemda of a "Satanic New World Order" under Socialism. Why did Jesus have to step in to protect the Independent Candidate for United States House of Congress in 2006? An Awakening Spiritual Journey into Dirty Politic after Election 2008 will capture the Spiritual Holocaust that went beyond t...
The ideal Christmas gift for money-grubbers of all ages. Artist and illustrator Jeff Fisher is about to launch on to the rest of the world his failsafe method for filling your bank accounts and lining your pockets. With an international reputation for his brilliantly witty and much-imitated drawings, Jeff Fisher is ideally placed to dispense this kind of advice. That he himself is completely broke has little to do with the efficacy of the method outlined in this slim, elegant, and above all, highly affordable little volume.
A wide variety of characters saunter, stalk, run, and sometimes hide in these lively stories about contemporary Southerners. Their experiences revolve around the way life is felt and the way it is lived, reflecting a gap between the plans we make for ourselves and the way things actually turn out. From the jungles of Vietnam to the bayous of Louisiana, from the French countryside to Vicksburg, Mississippi, Ely's stories reveal how human beings' unpredictable, unconscious motivations will have their say no matter what steps are taken to silence them. Certain shadows fall over all the characters - especially the shadows of the Vietnam experience and the struggle between a traditional Southern heritage and the conflicting ideals of contemporary society. The characters in Ely's stories seem powerless to defend themselves against the ever-changing expectations of a modern life, and yet they gain a new humanity and depth when, with dignity, they embrace their limitations.
Birds are some of the world's most intriguing creatures, and they have long been the preferred muses for internationally renowned artist and illustrator Jeffrey Fisher. In this gorgeous hardcover, Fisher presents 46 different bird species in elegant, hand-painted portraits. Each bird is captured in his signature stylebold, colorful, unexpected, and beautifuland paired with thoughtful musings on the species' history and lore. Recognizable and rare birds abound in equal measure, from the Great Spotted Kiwi to the Kakapo to the common Wren. This whimsical collection of creatures will be a treasured complement to any birder's library.
Beskrivelse: Restaurants, bars, and cafés are some of the most competitive businesses in the world. Getting the marketing and branding right is essential for survival. This book provides a catalog of creative ideas for getting restaurant graphics right. It offers designers hundreds of inspiring and innovative graphic options for identity, signage, installations, promotions, swag, menus, and more. As with the other books in the 1000 series this book offers designers the ultimate resource to jump-start their creativity for their restaurant industry clients.
A thought-provoking collection of tales of murder in Bristol.
"Offering a comprehensive look at the appraisal of real estate income property, this textbook explains the importance of projecting income when valuing commercial real estate through the income approach and other approaches to value. Ideal for college-level real estate classes, the text includes Excel templates, Instructor Resources, and a link to a free trial of ARGUSTM 11.0"--PUBLISHER.
“A treasure trove for Leonard Cohen fans—the dazzling, wide-ranging collection of interviews that Jeff Burger has unearthed not only offers the songwriter’s story in his own words but reveals that Cohen’s language in conversation can be every bit as magnificent as his lyrics.” —Alan Light, author of The Holy or the Broken This book collects more than fifty interviews with Leonard Cohen, one of the most admired performers of the last half century, conducted worldwide between 1966 and 2012, and also includes a foreword by singer Suzanne Vega and eight pages of rarely seen photos. In it, the artist talks about “Bird on the Wire,” “Hallelujah,” “Famous Blue Raincoat,” and...