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The book behind the BAFTA award-winning film. Winner of the NCR Award for non-fiction and the Boardman Tasker award. Touching the Void is the heart-stopping account of Joe Simpson s terrifying adventure in the Peruvian Andes. He and his climbing partner, Simon, reached the the summit of the remote Siula Grande in June 1995. A few days later, Simon staggered into Base Camp, exhausted and frost-bitten, with news that that Joe was dead. What happened to Joe, and how the pair dealt with the psychological traumas that resulted when Simon was forced into the appalling decision to cut the rope, makes not only an epic of survival but a compelling testament of friendship.

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In 1928 a journalist asked George Mallory why he wanted to climb Everest. Mallory said, Because it s there. Joe Simpson s memoir Touching the Void, international bestseller and BAFTA-winning film, charts his struggle for survival on the perilous Siula Grande mountain in the Peruvian Andes aged twenty-five.Adapted for the stage by David Greig, Joe s story explodes into a bold theatrical fantasia. We discover the counter-cultural world of Alpine climbing and the sensual joy of the mountains; we bear witness to the appalling moment when Joe s climbing partner Simon Yates, battered by freezing winds and tethered to the injured Simpson, makes the critical decision to cut the rope.Tense, funny and inquisitive, Touching the Void explores the mind s extraordinarily rich reservoirs of strength and imagination when teetering on the edge of death.David Greig s Touching the Void premiered at Bristol Old Vic, Bristol in September 2018.

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Audiokniha: Čeho je člověk schopen tváří v tvář skoro jisté smrti? Audiokniha Setkání se smrtí vás zaujme hned od začátku. Nejen proto, že jde o atraktivní tematiku, jakou bezesporu horolezectví je, ale i tím, jak sugestivně dokázal autor vylíčit sílu přátelství v mezní situaci a svoje pocity v boji o přežití při sestupu západní stěnou Siula Grande v Andách. Joe Simpson dokázal z hlediska vysokohorského horolezectví skoro nemožné. Se zlomenou nohou, opuštěný, obklopen ledovými stěnami, ovlivněn halucinacemi – hladový a žíznivý se doplazil do základního tábora. Spolu s ním prožíváme vteřinu za vteřinou jeho dilema – žít – vzdát se, žít – vzdát se, vzdát se – žít. Pevná vůle a odhodlání nevzdat se i v sebekrutějších podmínkách dokazují, že touha po životě zvítězí. Četba tohoto zdánlivě prostého, nicméně neokázalého příběhu o hrdinství v podání zkušeného herce, dabéra a rádiového moderátora Ondřeje Nováka je povzbuzením pro každého člověka při překonávání překážek v jeho vlastním životě. Nahrávka vznikla podle knihy Joe Simpsona Setkání se smrtí vydané Nakladatelstvím JOTA v roce 2009. Copyright © Joe Simpson 1988. Z anglického originálu Touching The Void vydaného nakladatelstvím Jonathan Cape, imprint Vintage, jež je součástí skupiny Penguin Random House, přeložili George and Jenny Dvorsky v roce 1994. Translation © George a Jenny Dvorsky, 1994. Čte Ondřej Novák. Hudba, režie, střih a mastering Michal Kurfürst. Design obálky © Jiří Mičkal. Vydalo Nakladatelství JOTA, s. r. o., v roce 2021. „Jedno z klasických děl zabývajících se horolezectvím … jde o psychologický a místy i filozofický příběh lidské zarputilosti.“ George Steiner, Výběr z nejlepších knih roku, Sunday Times „Zcela výjimečná a velmi dojemná kniha. Setkání se smrtí se dotýká základních otázek a činí tak naléhavě a vkusně.“ David Rose, Guardian „V každém ohledu jde o výjimečný literární počin.“ Jim Perrin, Independent „Je to inteligentní a strhující popis jejich hrůzostrašného dobrodružství. Autor je skutečný mistr pera.“ Graham Lord, Sunday Express „Jeden z nejneuvěřitelnějších příběhů přežití, o jakém jsem kdy četl.“ Peter Gillman, Sunday Times JOE SIMPSON Joe Simpson je anglický horolezec, spisovatel a vyhledávaný motivační řečník. Narodil se v roce 1960 v Kuala Lumpuru. Ve čtrnácti letech se díky četbě nadchnul pro horolezectví, a když mu bylo dvacet pět, vyrazil s přítelem do peruánských And, kde si zlomil nohu a při sestupu málem zahynul v horské bouři. Po návratu prodělal řadu operací, po nichž se navzdory prognózám lékařů vrátil do hor. Podnikl šest neúspěšných výstupů na Eiger, v dosažení vrcholu hory mu však vždy zabránila nepřízeň počasí. Vlivem smrti několika přátel a kolegů horolezců začal měnit svůj vztah k horám a postupně se více soustředil na roli motivačního řečníka a spisovatele. V současné době žije střídavě v Sheffieldu a v Irsku, hodně cestuje a kromě psaní knih a přednášení se věnuje svým početným koníčkům, mezi nimiž i nadále zůstává lezení po skalách. Oceněné tituly autora: Setkání se smrtí Cena NCR za literaturu faktu (1989) Cena Boardman Tasker (1989) ONDŘEJ NOVÁK Rodák z Hradce Králové sbíral divadelní zkušenosti od šesti let v dramatickém kroužku, později v Divadélku Jesličky nebo Klicperově divadle, které úspěšně zúročil při přijímacích zkouškách na Divadelní fakultu JAMU. Po absolutoriu činoherního herectví se stal členem činohry Národního divadla Brno, kde strávil více než 13 sezón. Na jevišti brněnského Mahenova divadla se objevoval například v rolích Kalafuny, Figara, Danceny nebo Ježibaby v Perníkové chaloupce. Kromě divadla se věnoval i dabingu, natáčení reklamních rozhlasových i TV spotů a moderování odpolední show v rádiu Kisshády, kde byl i několik let programovým ředitelem nebo kreativním manažerem. Dnes je Ondřej Novák hercem a moderátorem na volné noze, hlasem pořadu Autosalon, namlouvá a vymýšlí reklamy do rádií, televize a na internet. Dále také namlouvá audioknihy a komentáře, zajímá se o marketing, copywriting a každý večer se snaží číst pohádky svým dětem.

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Will their heart s desire doom a civilization? The bestselling Void trilogy continues in The Temporal Void, an astonishing and vast space opera from Peter F. Hamilton, set in the world of the Commonwealth.The Commonwealth is in turmoil, as a cult prepares for its pilgrimage into the Void. Breaching its boundaries could cause an irreparable rift in space. Yet these fanatics are unstoppable, convinced by the Voidâ ™s projections of a paradise within. An alien invasion fleet is also on the way, as the Oscien Empire attempts to take advantage of humanityâ ™s confusion. Investigator Paula Myo must hunt the Voidâ ™s latest prophet, in an attempt to stop her spreading its enticing visions. And at the heart of events is Edeard the Waterwalker, who lived long ago within the Void. Tales of his glorious story inspired the Pilgrimage â “ but may yet expose the Voidâ ™s true nature.The Temporal Void is the second book in the Void trilogy. Complete the epic adventure with The Evolutionary Void.

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They could find a bright future . . . or the end of everything. From Peter F. Hamilton, The Evolutionary Void is the startling conclusion to the Void trilogy, set in the world of the Commonwealth Saga.Millions of Leaving Dream pilgrims have boarded ships, and are speeding towards the Void at the centre of the galaxy. They are chasing their dream ­⠓ and expect to find paradise. Yet breaching the Void will trigger its expansion, destroying everything in its path.Paula Myo is desperate to find Void⠙s latest prophet ⠓ Second Dreamer Araminta. As without her, the ships can⠙t enter the Void. But when Araminta finally chooses her path, it will change things in ways no one could have imagined. And within the Void, Edeard realizes the price of peace may be too high. However, what will this mean for the pilgrims ⠓ and the galaxy beyond? A huge achievement in science fiction ⠓ SciFiNow

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Will they find the utopian dream â “ or a galactic nightmare? From Peter F. Hamilton, The Dreaming Void is the first in an epic space opera trilogy. Set in his expansive Commonwealth universe, it is perfect for fans of Iain M. Banks and Stephen Baxter.AD 3580. The Commonwealth has spread its civilization throughout the galaxy. Its citizens are privileged and protected by a powerful navy. And at the galaxyâ ™s centre is the Void, a sealed universe created by aliens billions of years ago. Yet the Void isnâ ™t inert. Itâ ™s expanding â “ and now it wants to make contact.The Void chooses Inigo as its conduit and he channels dreams of a simpler, better life within its bounds. His visions attract followers â “ determined to seek this utopia. And theyâ ™ll cross the Voidâ ™s forbidden boundaries to reach it. However, this act could trigger push it to grow beyond all control . . . destroying everything in its path. Epic, multi-stranded, full of wonders â “ SFXThe Dreaming Void is followed by The Temporal Void in this stunning trilogy by Peter F. Hamilton.

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Hudební CD - Album Midnight In The Void od skupiny Dark Millennium z roku 2016. Album Midnight In The Void od skupiny Dark Millennium z roku 2016. Rok vydání : 2016 Rok reedice : 2022 Seznam stop CD Strigoi Moon - Slave To The Void / Insanity Suck System / Dressed For Suicide / Something To Die For / The Failure / Looking Good Dead / Rats Leading Rats / Love Sucks / Set In Motion / Among Wolves / Headache Machine / From A Thousand Years Of Yore

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WINNER OF THE EVERYMAN WODEHOUSE PRIZE 2016A comic masterpiece about love, art, greed and the banking crisis, from the author of Skippy DiesWhat links the Investment Bank of Torabundo, www.myhotswaitress.com (yes, hots with an s, don t ask), an art heist, a novel called For the Love of a Clown, a four-year-old boy named after TV detective Remington Steele, a lonely French banker, a tiny Pacific island, and a pest control business run by an ex-KGB man? You guessed it . . . The Mark and the Void is Paul Murray s madcap new novel of institutional folly, following the success of his wildly original breakout hit, Skippy Dies. While marooned at his banking job in the bewilderingly damp and insular realm known as Ireland, Claude Martingale is approached by a down-on-his-luck author, Paul, looking for his next great subject. Claude finds that his life gets steadily more exciting under Paul s fictionalizing influence; he even falls in love with a beautiful waitress. But Paul s plan is not what it seems-and neither is Claude s employer, the Bank of Torabundo, which inflates through dodgy takeovers and derivatives-trading until-well, you can probably guess how that shakes out.The Mark and the Void is a stirring examination of the deceptions carried out in the names of art, love and commerce - and is also probably the funniest novel ever written about a financial crisis.

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A Rough Trade Book of the YearThe Sunday Times bestsellerThe much-anticipated first book from Black Sabbath bassist Geezer ButlerWith over 70 million records sold, heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath are one of the most influential bands of all time. From the very beginning, Geezer Butler was at the heart of their success. He named the group, provided the bass behind their distinctive sound and wrote the lyrics that resonated so powerfully with fans around the world.At long last, Geezer is ready to tell his side of the Sabbath story, from early days as a scrappy blues quartet through to the many lineup changes, the record-breaking tours and the international hell-raising with Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi and Bill Ward.Featuring Geezerâ ™s candid reflections on his working-class childhood in Luftwaffe-battered Birmingham, his almost-life as an accountant and his fascination with horror, religion and the occult, Into the Void reveals the softer side of the heavy metal legend, while holding nothing back.Like Geezerâ ™s bass lines and the story of Black Sabbath themselves, Into the Void is original, dramatic and one hell of a ride.

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An evocative and richly illustrated exploration of modern art about black holes.Inescapable and mysterious, black holes have long captured the imagination of visual artists, even before their existence was first confirmed in 1971. In Conjuring the Void, Lynn Gamwell explores this fascinating intersection of art and science. Starting with a chronological description of key developments in the science of black holes, Gamwell builds a foundation for the reader through visualizations of black holes created by scientists, depicting how a black hole’s extreme gravity affects visible objects in its vicinity. From there, the book explores how artists have addressed the challenge of visualizing black holes by developing new methods of working with diverse materials, including a black paint that absorbs 99.96% of visible light.Gamwell looks at how certain themes within the science of black holes—nothingness, emptiness, darkness, void, silence—are prominent in traditional Eastern thought traditions as well as in modern abstract art. She also considers the work of contemporary artists such as Anish Kapoor, Olafur Eliasson, Takashi Murakami, and Danh Vo, and discusses how they have explored these themes and more in their artworks. The book concludes with a look forward, describing dramatic developments in the imagery of black holes and their changing influence on visual culture.

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Strhující, detailní a upřímné vzpomínky heavymetalového hudebníka a zakládajícího člena skupiny Black Sabbath - kapely, kterou časopis Rolling Stone nazval Beatles heavy metalu . S více než 70 miliony prodaných desek pomohli Black Sabbath vytvořit samotný žánr, a to díky charakteristickým hutným riffům, podladěným kytarám a apokalyptickým textům. Baskytarista a hlavní textař Geezer Butler při tom sehrál obrovskou roli - od návrhu jména kapely, až po využití své fascinace hororem, náboženstvím a okultismem. Příběh, o kterém vypráví Into the Void, se odvíjí z dob, kdy kapela začínala jako bluesové kvarteto v Birminghamu. Butler otevřeně píše o svém dětství v sedmičlenné dělnické rodině i o tom, jak jeho deziluze z organizovaného náboženství a třídních systémů dala vzniknout textům a uměleckým tématům, které bezesporu dodnes silně rezonují s fanoušky po celém světě. Into the Void odhaluje měkčí stránku heavymetalové legendy a popisuje formování jedné z nejvíce vzrušujících rockových kapel. Stejně jako Geezerovy basové linky je originální, dramatická a v mnohém překvapivá.

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A bold, fun, and daring collection of recipes that break the rules of Italian cooking from Top Chef and Food Network star Joe Sasto.It’s time to ditch the same boring recipes and get creative in the kitchen. Known for his signature curled mustache and dynamic presence on shows like Bravo’s Top Chef and Food Network’s Tournament of Champions, Joe Sasto brings his culinary expertise and passion for pasta to your kitchen. Breaking the Rules is a celebration of Italian cuisine, reimagined with Joe’s unique flair, playfulness, and creativity. Dive into a world of pasta with step-by-step techniques that guide you through creating dishes in all forms, shapes, and sizes. From classic Italian recipes like meatballs and focaccia to innovative creations such as Corn Cacio e Pepe, Marinated Tomato “Amatriciana,” and Pesto Pinwheel Pull-Apart Bread, Joe’s recipes are designed to inspire both novice and experienced cooks. Each recipe begins with a simple version, perfect for beginners, and offers variations to elevate the dish for those ready to “break the rules” and take their skills to the next level. With stunning full-color photographs and pro tips throughout, Breaking the Rules is more than just a cookbook—it’s an invitation to embrace creativity in the kitchen. Whether you’re a fan of Joe’s many television appearances or a home cook looking to expand your repertoire, this book is a must-have for anyone passionate about Italian cuisine and culinary innovation.

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From the author of the beloved bestseller The Bee Sting, a 10th anniversary reissue of his brilliant second novel- laugh-out-loud funny . . . A sharply intelligent satire (The New York Times Book Review).Meet Claude: an investment bank drone longing for something more meaningful. Marooned in soggy Dublin, he yearns for art, philosophy, and a steady girlfriend. You could call him a modern-day everyman-or just another lonely banker.Now meet Paul: struggling novelist, strip club enthusiast, pioneer of not-entirely-legal Internet start-ups. He is willing to stoop to any level in pursuit of the riches he knows he deserves. You could call him a troubled genius-or a shameless crook.Both men have something missing in their lives. They might just be able to help each other out of a big hole. Or their friendship might be the most disastrous thing to hit Dublin since the banking crisis. As Paul s get-rich-quick schemes blow up in his face and the global economy falters, will Claude be able to save the day, get the girl, and finally become the hero of his own story?Probably the funniest novel ever written about the recent financial crisis, The Mark and the Void is a stirring examination of the deceptions carried out in the names of art and commerce.

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Addictively strange and disturbing, Flowers From the Void is a collection of delectably uncanny tales. A reaper readies herself for her next gruesome assignment and a bereaved African witch prepares for a showdown with a rigidly traditional white Salem coven while an outcast teenage boy is lured into a pact with a schoolfriend that will cost him far more than he ever imagined. Hauntingly macabre and piercingly insightful about loss and loneliness, these gothic short stories lead us into a labyrinth of other possible worlds, each one darker than the last and yet all fearfully close to our own. Living dolls serve as imperfect replacements for the deceased, a girl without a shadow finds her soulmate and spurned lovers bodies begin falling to pieces. In this scintillating debut collection Gianni Washington explores the limit of intimacy and empathy with the vivid intensity of your worst nightmare.

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A Leap Into The Void is the ballad of The Creeping Bent Organisation, a label established in Glasgow in 1994 specialising in music, art, design and performance. Creeping Bent founder and conceptualist Douglas MacIntyre tells the story from his perspective, highlighting the trials and tribulations of successfully operating an independent business over a 30 year period. Featuring apperances from Fire Engines, Vic Godard, Jazzateers and The Secret Goldfish to name a few, this book chronologically details the creativity and vibrancy of Scotland s underground cultural pioneers.

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Award-winning writer Inga Simpson terrifies and enthralls with this truly remarkable novel of a woman who must face her worst fears to survive and find beauty in the Australian bush.Fear is her cage. But what s outside is worse...It s night, and the walls of Rachel s home creak in the darkness of the Australian bush. Her fear of other people has led her to a reclusive life as far from them as possible, her only occasional contact with her sister. A hammering on the door. There stand a mother, Hannah, and her sick baby. They are running for their lives from a mysterious death sweeping the Australian countryside - so soon, too soon, after everything.Now Rachel must face her worst fears to help Hannah, search for her sister, and discover just what terror was born of us. . . and how to survive it.For fans of STATION ELEVEN, BIRDBOX and A QUIET PLACE, this remarkable, frightening yet ultimately hopeful novel holds a mirror up to the world we live in today.

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In this dreamlike novella, in the bewitching melancholy of nocturnal India, an art dealer pursues the goddess of the void. La Deesse du vide was first published in Rue du Regard (P.O.L editeur, 2012). The present publication is a bilingual edition, comprising a new translation in English and a revised version in French.

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Award-winning writer Inga Simpson terrifies and enthralls with this truly remarkable novel of a woman who must face her worst fears to survive and find beauty in the Australian bush.Fear is her cage. But what s outside is worse...It s night, and the walls of Rachel s home creak in the darkness of the Australian bush. Her fear of other people has led her to a reclusive life as far from them as possible, her only occasional contact with her sister.A hammering on the door. There stand a mother, Hannah, and her sick baby. They are running for their lives from a mysterious death sweeping the Australian countryside - so soon, too soon, after everything.Now Rachel must face her worst fears to help Hannah, search for her sister, and discover just what terror was born of us. . . and how to survive it.For fans of STATION ELEVEN, BIRDBOX and A QUIET PLACE, this remarkable, frightening yet ultimately hopeful novel holds a mirror up to the world we live in today.

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Ever been thrown off the bus in the middle of a Swedish forest or asked to play at one of the UK s biggest music festivals with musicians you ve just met who are covered in blood? If so you ve probably been in The Fall. Dave Simpson made it his mission to track down everyone who has ever played in Britain s most berserk, brilliant group. He uncovers a changing Britain, tales of madness and genius, and wreaks havoc on his own life.

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Winners of the Paul Ehrlich PrizeThe dramatic story of the married scientists who founded BioNTech and developed the first vaccine against COVID-19.Nobody thought it was possible. In mid-January 2020, Ugur Sahin told Özlem Türeci, his wife and decades-long research partner, that a vaccine against what would soon be known as COVID-19 could be developed and safely injected into the arms of millions before the end of the year. His confidence was built upon almost thirty years of research. While working to revolutionize the way that cancerous tumors are treated, the couple had explored a volatile and overlooked molecule called messenger RNA; they believed it could be harnessed to redirect the immune system s forces against any number of diseases. As the founders of BioNTech, they faced widespread skepticism from the scientific community at first; but by the time Sars-Cov-2 was discovered in Wuhan, China, BioNTech was prepared to deploy cutting edge technology and create the world⠙s first clinically approved inoculation for the coronavirus.The Vaccine draws back the curtain on one of the most important medical breakthroughs of our age; it will reveal how Doctors Sahin and Türeci were able to develop twenty vaccine candidates within weeks, convince Big Pharma to support their ambitious project, navigate political interference from the Trump administration and the European Union, and provide more than three billion doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine to countries around the world in record time.Written by Joe Miller⠔the Financial Times⠙ Frankfurt correspondent who covered BioNTech⠙s COVID-19 project in real time⠔with contributions from Sahin and Türeci, as well as interviews with more than sixty scientists, politicians, public health officials, and BioNTech staff, the book covers key events throughout the extraordinary year, as well as exploring the scientific, economic, and personal background of each medical innovation. Crafted to be both completely accessible to the average reader and filled with details that will fascinate seasoned microbiologists, The Vaccine explains the science behind the breakthrough, at a time when public confidence in vaccine safety and efficacy is crucial to bringing an end to this pandemic.

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In his first full-length work of journalism in a decade, the heir to R. Crumb and Art Spiegelman (Economist) brings his comics mastery to a story of indigenous North America, resource extraction, and our debt to the natural world*A GUARDIAN BOOK OF THE YEAR* The Dene have lived in the vast Mackenzie River Valley since time immemorial, by their account. To the Dene, the land owns them, not the other way around-it is central to their livelihood and their very way of being. But the subarctic Canadian Northwest Territories are also home to valuable natural resources, including oil, gas and diamonds. With mining came jobs and investment-but also road-building, pipelines and toxic waste, which scarred the landscape; and alcohol, drugs, and debt, which deformed a way of life.In Paying the Land, Joe Sacco travels the frozen North to reveal a people in conflict over the costs and benefits of development. Resource extraction is only part of Canada s colonial legacy: Sacco recounts the shattering impact of a residential school system that aimed to remove the Indian from the child; the destructive process that drove the Dene from the bush into settlements and turned them into wage labourers; the government land claims stacked against the Dene Nation; and their uphill efforts to revive a wounded culture.Against a vast and gorgeous landscape that dwarfs all human scale, Paying the Land lends an ear to trappers and chiefs, activists and priests, telling a sweeping story about money and dependency, loss and culture, with stunning visual detail by one of the greatest comics reporters alive.

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Horror opened me up to new possibilities for survival ... I saw power in freakery and transgression and wondered if it could be mine. The relationship between horror films and the LGBTQ+ community? It s complicated. Haunted houses, forbidden desires and the monstrous can have striking resonance for those who ve been marginalised.But the genre s murky history of an alarmingly heterosexual male gaze, queer-coded villains and sometimes blatant homophobia, is impossible to overlook. There is tension here, and there are as many queer readings of horror films as there are queer people. Edited by Joe Vallese, and with contributions by writers including Kirsty Logan and Carmen Maria Machado, the essays in It Came from the Closet bring the particulars of the writers own experiences, whether in relation to gender, sexuality, or both, to their unique interpretations of horror films from Jaws to Jennifer s Body.Exploring a multitude of queer experiences from first kisses and coming out to transition and parenthood, this is a varied and accessible collection that leans into the fun of horror while taking its cultural impact and reciprocal relationship to the LGBTQ+ community seriously.

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From the wickedly funny author of Submarine comes a hilarious new tragicomedy - a screwball tale of millennial angst, pre-midlife crises and one man s valiant quest to come of age in his thirties. Blisteringly funny and brimming with caustic charm - a joyous diagnosis of our modern ills that made me laugh out loud even when it was breaking my heart Paul Murray, author of Skippy DiesRay is not a bad guy. He mostly did not cheat on his heavily pregnant wife. He only sometimes despises every one of his friends. His career as a freelance tech journalist is dismal but he dreams of making a difference one day. But Ray is about to learn that his special talent is for making things worse.Brace yourself for an encounter with the modern everyman. Enter the world of ironic misanthropy and semi-ironic underachievement, of competitively sensitive men, catastrophic open marriages, and lots of Internet righteousness. With lacerating wit and wry affection, Joe Dunthorne dissects the urban millennial psyche of a man too old to be an actual millennial. Every lost generation needs its memorial and now at last we have The Adulterants. It s very sad and very funny and written with an innocence that in fact is diabolical Adam Thirlwell, author of Lurid and Cute

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On the planet Tython, the ancient Je daii order was founded. And at the feet of its wise Masters, Lanoree Brock learned the mysteries and methods of the Force--and found her calling as one of its most powerful disciples. But as strongly as the Force flowed within Lanoree and her parents, it remained absent in her brother, who grew to despise and shun the Je daii, and whose training in its ancient ways ended in tragedy.Now, from her solitary life as a Ranger keeping order across the galaxy, Lanoree has been summoned by the Je daii Council on a matter of utmost urgency. The leader of a fanatical cult, obsessed with traveling beyond the reaches of known space, is bent on opening a cosmic gateway using dreaded dark matter as the key--risking a cataclysmic reaction that will consume the entire star system. But more shocking to Lanoree than even the prospect of total galactic annihilation, is the decision of her Je daii Masters to task her with the mission of preventing it. Until a staggering revelation makes clear why she was chosen: The brilliant, dangerous madman she must track down and stop at any cost is the brother whose death she has long grieved--and whose life she must now fear.

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When Nyla has to leave her home in the countryside to start life again in the city, all she can think about is everything she misses from before. So when a comet comes crashing through the city streets and starts to glow and grow, Nyla canâ ™t resist a chance to head somewhere that feels closer to what she had before â ¦ but what starts as an escape could be just the thing to make her finally feel at home.From the award-winning Joe Todd-Stanton, comes an exquisite and heartfelt picture book touching on the bewildering experience of moving house. This beautiful story explores how this can affect a child s sense of belonging, but also how it can open them up to new and wonderful experiences.

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What waits in the shadows as we fight our greatest foe?After one great battle, the Architects disappeared. Yet humanity s fragile peace is brief. For, forty years later, the galaxy s greatest alien enemy has returned. This time, the artefacts that preserved entire worlds from destruction are ineffective. And no planet is safe.The Human Colony worlds are in turmoil as they face extinction. Some believe alliances with other species can save them. Others insist humanity must fight alone. But no one has the firepower or technology to ensure victory, as the Architects loom ever closer.Idris spent decades running from the last war s horrors. Yet as an Intermediary, altered to navigate deep space, he s one of humanity s only weapons. He s therefore forced back into action. With a handful of allies, Idris must find something - anything - to stop the Architects pitiless advance. But to do so, he must return to the nightmare of unspace, where his mind was broken and remade. What he discovers there will change everything.

Objev podobné jako Eyes of the Void - Adrian Tchaikovsky

Start growing your own fruit, veg and flowers with this feel-good guide to planet-friendly gardening.Gardening expert and social media sensation Joe Clark of @joesgarden shares his useful and easy-to-follow guide on gardening to bring you joy, save you money and help the planet.Learn how to grow your own food in any space from window sills to containers and raised bedsEncourage biodiversity and attract garden-friendly insects and wildlife, including how to build your own DIY hedgehog hotel and rewilding tipsMake your own organic pest controls, plant food and rainwater collector so you can nourish your garden while being kind to the planet and your walletDiscover useful food sustainability tips, from extending the shelf life of your produce to avoiding food waste and preserving your foodFind ideas on gardening to improve your mental and physical healthWith beautiful illustrations and easy-to-understand instructions and growing tips, this is the perfect book for budding or seasoned nature lovers who want to use their green-fingers to make a difference.

Objev podobné jako Garden To Save The World - Joe Clark

A nailbiting story of survival -- GUARDIANMay Knox floats in space, the only survivor of a catastrophic accident. There is just one person who can save her - and his life is in danger, back on Earth. It s Christmas Day, 2067.Silent Night drifts across the ruins of a wrecked spaceship, listing helplessly in the black. A sole woman, May, stirs within - the last person left alive of a disastrous first manned mission to Europa, a moon of Jupiter.There is only one person who can help her - her ex-husband Stephen, a NASA scientist who was heading up the mission back on Earth. Until, that is, she broke his heart and he left both her and the mission.As May fights for life, Stephen finds his own life is under threat, putting both of them at risk.In this twisty, gasp-inducing thriller, when each breath is a fight for survival, their relationship is the difference between life and death. Science fiction with a generous helping of humanity - the best kind of speculative writing -- CHRISTINA DALCHER, AUTHOR OF VOX The best survival thriller since The Martian -- JOHN MARRS, AUTHOR OF THE ONE

Objev podobné jako Across the Void - S. K. Vaughn

The worlds of G.I. JOE and TRANSFORMERS collide with the red hot VOID RIVALS in this new volume from Robert Kirkman (Invincible, The Walking Dead) and Lorenzo De Felici (Kroma, Oblivion Song).  THE ENERGON UNIVERSE IS HOTTER THAN EVER!Hot Rod and Pythona make their way to the Sacred Ring! Will their arrival bring hope or spell certain doom for the Void Rivals?Meanwhile, Darak⠙s loyalty is put to the test on Agorria. Will he be able to prove his worth to his father -- or will another unexpected arrival incite war on his homeworld?Collects issues #13-18.The game-changing team of Robert Kirkman and Lorenzo De Felici continue their critically acclaimed series exploring the most unexpected corners of the Energon Universe.

Objev podobné jako Void Rivals Volume 3 - Robert Kirkman

War is building. Blood is spilling. And the gods are not pleased.Casia has survived her brother s attempts to crush her but the battle is just beginning. Bitter, wounded and carrying the curse of a dark upper-god, she journeys north to the elven court in search of allies.The Court of Moreth holds knowledge, secrets - and power. The kind of power that could shift everything in her favour. But only if she can survive it.Elander is losing his court, powers and divinity. But he s determined to stand behind Casia and bring his ancient, changeable allies to her side. He lost her once. He won t do it again.His devotion to her may be what destroys him.And when that destruction comes, it could change their entire world.

Objev podobné jako The Call of the Void - S. M. Gaither

I am not your punch bag! I am a Member of Parliament!An MP with an instinct for compassion. An ex-serviceman with a life in free fall. And a parliamentary protection officer whoâ ™s having none of it.? This volatile new play by Olivier Award-winner Joe Penhall deconstructs politics, panic alarms and the conflict between public service and personal safety.? Published to coincide with the world premiere at London s Old Vic starring Anna Maxwell Martin and James Corden in June 2024.

Objev podobné jako The Constituent - Joe Penhall

Enter a lush world inspired by the history and mythology of South America, where twisted family politics deceive, dark magics thrive, and fantastical creatures roam.

Objev podobné jako The Sun and the Void - Gabriela Romero Lacruz

Summer 1930. In a leafy suburb of Torquay of the English Riviera, twin sisters Kitty and Nora Markham enjoy a privileged life. Interested in amateur sleuthing and looking for adventure, they enjoy some success in finding runaway cats and lost purses. However, when a shocking murder is committed a stoneâ ™s throw from their home, they decide to do some serious investigating, teaming up with their neighbour Arthur Westacott, son of the Chief Constable, and James Keyse, great-nephew of their housekeeper and newly appointed police constable. It seems like an open and shut case, as a man is immediately arrested and charged with this most deplorable of crimes. However, when Kitty, Nora, Arthur and Jimmy start digging a little deeper, they soon discover a deliciously twisting case that isnâ ™t as clear cut as everything first appears.

Objev podobné jako Murder Under The Rock - Ali Simpson

Three men. One battle. No Heroes.They say Black Dow s killed more men than winter, and clawed his way to the throne of the North up a hill of skulls. The King of the Union, ever a jealous neighbour, is not about to stand smiling by while he claws his way any higher. The orders have been given and the armies are toiling through the northern mud.Thousands of men are converging on a forgotten ring of stones, on a worthless hill, in an unimportant valley, and they ve brought a lot of sharpened metal with them.Bremer dan Gorst, disgraced master swordsman, has sworn to reclaim his stolen honour on the battlefield. Obsessed with redemption and addicted to violence, he s far past caring how much blood gets spilled in the attempt. Even if it s his own.Prince Calder isn t interested in honour, and still less in getting himself killed. All he wants is power, and he ll tell any lie, use any trick, and betray any friend to get it. Just as long as he doesn t have to fight for it himself.Curnden Craw, the last honest man in the North, has gained nothing from a life of warfare but swollen knees and frayed nerves. He hardly even cares who wins any more, he just wants to do the right thing. But can he even tell what that is with the world burning down around him?Over three bloody days of battle, the fate of the North will be decided. But with both sides riddled by intrigues, follies, feuds and petty jealousies, it is unlikely to be the noblest hearts, or even the strongest arms that prevail.Three men. One battle. No Heroes.

Objev podobné jako The Heroes - Joe Abercrombie

Joana and her younger brother Peter aren t used to setting down roots. Ever since the violent murder of their mother, their father can t stay in one place for long, haunted by the literal ghosts of the past. He has what he calls the Whisperings, and will do anything to protect his children from the horrors that torment him. When the family moves to Burlington, Vermont, Joana thinks they ve finally found a place to call home. They rent the lower half of a creepy yet comfortable mansion downtown, and Joana actually begins to fit in at school, thanks in part to Willem, a handsome (and single) classmate. But a near-death experience awakens the Whisperings in Joana, and she soon realizes her family isn t the only family living in the house. She meets the Keils - ghosts forced to relive their own gruesome murders every night. As they say, misery loves company and suddenly, Joana is forced to protect the ones closest to her from a supernatural threat, in this horrifying haunted house story for teen readers.

Objev podobné jako The Whisperings - JoelA. Sutherland

Congratulations!Youâ ™ve just become the Chancellor of the Exchequer â “ master of the Treasury â “ and one of the most powerful people in Britain. Many historic figures have gone before you. And now the latest name on that noble roll call is yours.You re one year out from a General Election, and the Budget is approaching. Until then, you must manage the nationâ ™s finances wisely in response to different scenarios such as: bailing out big business, negotiating with trade unions, and dealing with the fallout in the media from your Budget decisions. If you breach certain limits youâ ™ll trigger an economic crisis and be sacked by the PM. If youâ ™re too tight on the purse strings your partyâ ™s approval ratings will crater and you won t win the next election.The stakes are high and the prosperity of millions lies in your hands. But if you play your cards right, youâ ™ll grow the economy, and make the country a wealthier and happier place â “ standing in pole position to be the next prime minister.This interactive book will take you into the heart of the Treasury and challenge you to bring your best insight and knowledge to the task. The journey ahead will be filled with dilemmas and tough choices. But a new dawn is breaking over Westminster and the work of government must begin.Are you ready?

Objev podobné jako Can You Run the Economy? - Joe Mayes

The classic role-playing adventure returns! YOU are the sole survivor of a devastating attack on the monastery of the Kai, who for thousands of years have protected the realm of Sommerlund. The servants of darkness hunt you across every turn of the page. Can you reach the capital and warn the king of the gathering evil in time? Will you survive? Choose your skills and your weapons wisely - your choice may be the difference between life and death in the most fantastic and terrifying journey of your life. For you are now the last of the Kai - you are LONE WOLF. The second episode in a unique interactive series of 32 books. A must-read for fans of gaming and fantasy. • The relaunch of a beloved classic. • The DEFINITIVE EDITION series from Holmgard Press is the first time the entire 32-book saga has been produced in a single consistent format. • Drawing on the best artwork from across the years, with edited text and rebalanced gameplay using a dedicated team of Lone Wolf scholars. • Brand new illustrations and appendices of lore and history. • The authoritative lasting testament to the world of LONE WOLF.

Objev podobné jako Fire on the Water - Joe Dever

A picture book touching on the impact of moving away from home that teaches coping skills for kids struggling with relationships and sense of belonging, while also holding space for the places they come from. For fans of The Blue House by Phoebe Wahl. A lovely story to share with anyone who is struggling to find comfort in a new situation. —STARRED REVIEW School Library JournalWhen Nyla is forced to leave her home in the country to start life again in the city, all she can think about is everything she misses from before.So when a comet comes crashing through the city streets and starts growing into a forest, Nyla can’t resist a chance to head somewhere that feels closer to what she had before ... but what starts as an escape could be just the thing to make her finally feel at home.Parents looking for childrens books that target ages 3-5 and emphasize the value of imagination and play as acts of self care will be excited they found this beautiful book!

Objev podobné jako The Comet - Joe Todd-Stanton

Based on the CBBC TV series, Alphablocks is great for encouraging early readers. This pack contains 4 fiction books - I Can Fix It! , Zap! , Go Boat Go! and The Thing . Suitable for children age 4-5. Bug Club Phonics is a Department for Education-approved phonics teaching programme that gives children a strong foundation in phonics.â ¯It uses research-based teaching methods, proven to work. All books are 100% decodable to help today s little readers get started on their journey to reading success. Bug Club Phonics books are ideal for use at home and are a great way to help your child take their first steps towards cracking the code which will enable them to learn to read and spell. Helpful notes on the inside front cover of each book highlight tricky words and give you ideas for before and during reading, and the inside back covers include ideas for delving deeper after reading to check understanding. The packs are matched to the phonics phases children are taught in school by term, from nursery to Year 1: Nursery (EYFS): phase 1 Reception, term 1: phase 2 Reception, term 2: phase 3 Reception, term 3: phase 4 Year 1, term 1: Phase 5 Year 1, term 2: Phase 5/6 Year 1, term 3: Phase 6

Objev podobné jako Bug Club Phonics - Phase 3 Unit 8: Alphablocks The Thing - Joe Elliot

An utterly unique historical thriller from master storyteller and fan favourite Joe Lansdale - set in a time when America was still a wild and unsafe place to venture...

Objev podobné jako The Thicket - Joe R. Lansdale

Hudební CD - Předchozí album z roku 2016 se dočkalo vřelého přijetí napříč hudebním spektrem a bylo oceněno soškou Grammy. Předchozí album z roku 2016 se dočkalo vřelého přijetí napříč hudebním spektrem a bylo oceněno soškou Grammy. I proto se na čtvrtou desku hudebníka čekalo s napětím. Nahrávku, která doprovází stejnojmenný animé film pro Netflix, koprodukoval John Hill (např. Cage The Elephant nebo Portugal. The Man). Sturgill Simpson je reprezentantem alternativního country. Pochází z Kentucky, je to bývalý mariňák a než se upsal Atlantic Records, vydal si vlastním nákladem dvě desky. Rok vydání : 2019 Seznam stop CD Ronin / Remember To Breathe / Sing Along / A Good Look / Make Art Not Friends / Best Clockmaker On Mars / All Said And Done / Last Man Standing / Mercury In Retrograde / Fastest Horse In Town

Objev podobné jako Simpson Sturgill: Sound

New York Times bestselling author Paul French examines a controversial and revealing period in the early life of the legendary Wallis Simpson

Objev podobné jako Wallis Simpson - French Paul

The story of the Pfizer vaccine discovery. The Vaccine draws back the curtain on one of the most important medical breakthroughs of our age, containing contributions from Ugur Sahin and Özlem Türeci themselves, as well as more than 50 scientists, politicians, public health officials, and BioNTech staff.

Objev podobné jako The Vaccine - Joe Miller, Ugur Sahin

In SHADOW ON THE SAND you are the quarry of a sinister foe, determined to eliminate you at all costs. Survive, and your adventure takes you on a quest fora long-lost Sommlending treasure - a treasure that contains the secret of your destiny. The fifth episode in a unique interactive series of 32 books.

Objev podobné jako Shadow on the Sand - Joe Dever

In SHADOW ON THE SAND you are the quarry of a sinister foe, determined to eliminate you at all costs. Survive, and your adventure takes you on a quest fora long-lost Sommlending treasure - a treasure that contains the secret of your destiny. The fifth episode in a unique interactive series of 32 books.

Objev podobné jako Shadow on the Sand - Joe Dever

Two brave siblings venture beyond the brambles to face whatever their imaginations can muster. But will they heed their parent s warnings and avoid the infamous Bramble Beast? Celebrate the magic of summer, in a heartwarming tale of adventure and independence.

Objev podobné jako Beyond The Brambles - Joe Moorwood

Buried amongst the treasures in Professor Brownstone s vault, lie his most prized possessions - a humble collection of books. Filled with stories from his ancestors, they contain tales of fearless fighters, unlikely heroes and legends from years gone by.

Objev podobné jako Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx - Joe Todd-Stanton

The second book in a brand new epic fantasy duology from fan favorite Ian Irvine, set in the world of his View from the Mirror series.The cruel Merdrun, the greatest warriors in the void, have invaded Santhenar but their portal backfired and they re stuck on the tropical Isle of Gwine. They re desperately trying to regain contact with the Summon Stone so they can reopen the portal and begin the slaughter of humanity.The hideous Whelm hold Karan and Llian s daughter, Sulien, in the frozen south and plan to sacrifice her to the Merdrun to gain their favor. Karan races south in a stolen sky ship but fears she will be too late.Llian, hurled through another portal, sees the summon stone wake and knows the allies have but one chance to destroy the Merdrun -- though it will involve an alchemical quest that has always ended in ruin, a mad invasion in untested sky ships with untrained pilots, then the most unequal battle in all the Histories.The Gates of Good and EvilThe Summon StoneThe Fatal Gate

Objev podobné jako Fatal Gate (The Gates of Good and Evil, 2)

The beloved star of Friends takes us behind the scenes of the hit sitcom and his struggles with addiction in this candid, funny, and revelatory memoir that delivers a powerful message of hope and persistence. Hi, my name is Matthew, although you may know me by another name. My friends call me Matty. AndI should be dead. So begins the riveting story of acclaimed actor Matthew Perry, taking us along on his journey from childhood ambition to fame to addiction and recovery in the aftermath of a life-threatening health scare. Before the frequent hospital visits and stints in rehab, there was five-year-old Matthew, who travelled from Montreal to Los Angeles, shuffling between his separated parents; fourteen-year-old Matthew, who was a nationally ranked tennis star in Canada; twenty-four-year-old Matthew, who nabbed a coveted role as a lead cast member on the talked-about pilot then called Friends Like Us. . . and so much more.In an extraordinary story that only he could tell - and in the heartfelt, hilarious, and warmly familiar way only he could tell it - Matthew Perry lays bare the fractured family that raised him (and also left him to his own devices), the desire for recognition that drove him to fame, and the void inside him that could not be filled even by his greatest dreams coming true. But he also details the peace he s found in sobriety and how he feels about the ubiquity of Friends, sharing stories about his castmates and other stars he met along the way. Frank, self-aware, and with his trademark humour, Perry vividly depicts his lifelong battle with addiction and what fuelled it despite seemingly having it all.Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing is an unforgettable memoir that is both intimate and eye-opening - as well as a hand extended to anyone struggling with sobriety. Unflinchingly honest, moving, and uproariously funny, this is the book fans have been waiting for.

Objev podobné jako Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing - Matthew Perry

There s never been a more honest or raw memoir . . . and it may just save lives Daily Mail Funny, fascinating, compelling . . . also a wonderful read for fans of Friends The Times HI, MY NAME IS MATTHEW, although you may know me by my full name. My friends call me Matty. So begins the riveting story of acclaimed actor Matthew Perry, taking us along on his journey from childhood ambition to fame to addiction and recovery in the aftermath of a life-threatening health scare. Before the frequent hospital visits and stints in rehab, there was five-year-old Matthew, who travelled from Montreal to Los Angeles, shuffling between his separated parents; fourteen-year-old Matthew, who was a nationally ranked tennis star in Canada; twenty-four-year-old Matthew, who nabbed a coveted role as a lead cast member on the talked-about pilot then called Friends Like Us . . . and so much more.In an extraordinary story that only he could tell - and in the heartfelt, hilarious, and warmly familiar way only he could tell it - Matthew Perry lays bare the fractured family that raised him (and also left him to his own devices), the desire for recognition that drove him to fame, and the void inside him that could not be filled even by his greatest dreams coming true. But he also details the peace he s found in sobriety and how he feels about the ubiquity of Friends, sharing stories about his castmates and other stars he met along the way. Frank, self-aware, and with his trademark humour, Perry vividly depicts his lifelong battle with addiction and what fuelled it despite seemingly having it all. An unflinching and often harrowing must-read for 90s pop culture fans Guardian Written with Chandler s trademark sarcasm and self-deprecation Telegraph A hopeful read . . . I started to think of [it] not as a celebrity memoir about addiction, but as an addiction memoir written by a man who understands his own history through the prism of showbiz Independent

Objev podobné jako Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing - Matthew Perry