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Joe is just an ordinary boy until he makes a wish on a spooky
Egyptian amulet... Now he's the Protector of Undead pets! Joe's
latest undead visitor is a budgie who had a run-in with a window -
splat! Now Buddy the budgie is dead and he needs Joe's help. Can
Joe prevent his owner falling victim to a devious scheme? Only if
Joe succeeds will Buddy fly on to his final destination... Undead
Pets is full of animal zombies and pets with one last thing to do
before they pass to the other side! Funny and full of adventure,
this series is ideal for boys and girls seeking a fast-paced and
amusing chapter book.
Well-selected and authoritative, Palgrave Core Statutes provide the
key materials needed by students in a format that is clear, compact
and very easy to use. They are ideal for use in exams.
This delightful book records a year in the life of an essentially
English waterscape, one that is home to a vast array of wildlife
and natural habitat of the keen angler - the chalkstream. Simon
Cooper grew up in Hampshire, where he first fell in love with fly
fishing. Only after moving away did he realise how little people
knew about the secret world of the chalkstreams. Chalkstreams are
nearly exclusive to England, ranging from Dorset to Yorkshire and
including the famous River Test in Hampshire. Every river is
special in its own right. Life of a Chalkstream is a lyrical and
revealing voyage through the yearly cycle of this unique waterway.
From the remarkable spectacle of salmon, sea trout and brown trout
spawning in winter, to the emergence of water voles in spring and
the explosion of mayflies in the early days of summer, the author
evocatively describes the natural wonders of the chalkstream. He
introduces us to the fascinating diversity of life that inhabits
its waters and environs - the fish, the angling community, the
plant life and the wildlife. We learn how neglect threatens these
inhabitants and why the fight to save the chalkstreams is so vital,
not only for fishermen, but for anybody who values the beauty of
rural England.
The author explores the work of major thinkers and cultural movements that have grappled with the complex relationship between technology, politics and culture. Subjects such as the Internet, cloning, warfare, fascism and Virtual Reality are placed within a broad theoretical context which explores how humanity might, through technology, establish a more ethical relationship with the world. Examining the philosophy of writers such as Heidegger, Benjamin, Lyotard, Virilio, and Zizek, and cultural movements such as Italian Futurism, this book marks a timely intervention in critical theory debates. The broad scope of the book will be of vital interest to those in the fields of philosophy, critical theory, cultural studies, politics and communications. eBook available with sample pages: 0203167023
The author explores the work of major thinkers and cultural
movements that have grappled with the complex relationship between
technology, politics and culture. Subjects such as the Internet,
cloning, warfare, fascism and Virtual Reality are placed within a
broad theoretical context which explores how humanity might,
through technology, establish a more ethical relationship with the
world.
Examining the philosophy of writers such as Heidegger, Benjamin,
Lyotard, Virilio, and Zizek, and cultural movements such as Italian
Futurism, this book marks a timely intervention in critical theory
debates. The broad scope of the book will be of vital interest to
those in the fields of philosophy, critical theory, cultural
studies, politics and communications.
This book tests critical reassessments of US radical writing of the
1930s against recent developments in theories of modernism and the
avant-garde. Multidisciplinary in approach, it considers poetry,
fiction, classical music, commercial art, jazz, and popular
contests (such as dance marathons and bingo). Relating close
readings to social and economic contexts over the period 1856-1952,
it centers in on a key author or text in each chapter, providing an
unfolding, chronological narrative, while at the same time offering
nuanced updates on existing debates. Part One focuses on the roots
of the 1930s proletarian movement in poetry and music of the
nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Part Two analyzes the
output of proletarian novelists, considered alongside
contemporaneous works by established modernist authors as well as
more mainstream, popular titles.
Shortlisted for THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2017 ‘The best popular
account of the lives of otters written so far’ Richard Shelton,
Times Literary Supplement When Simon Cooper bought an abandoned
water mill that straddles a small chalkstream in southern England,
little did he know that he would come to share the mill with a
family of wild otters. Yet move in they did, allowing him to begin
to observe them, soon immersing himself in their daily routines and
movements. He developed an extraordinary close relationship with
the family, which in turn gave him a unique insight into the life
of these fascinating creatures. Cooper interweaves the personal
story of the female otter, Kuschta, with the natural history of the
otter in the British Isles, only recently brought back from the
brink of extinction through tireless conservation efforts.
Following in the footsteps of Henry Williamson’s classic 1920s
tale Tarka the Otter, readers are taken on a journey through the
calendar year, learning the most intimate detail of this most
beautiful of British mammals. Cooper brings these beloved animals
to life in all their wondrous complexity, revealing the previously
hidden secrets of their lives in this beautifully told tale of the
otter.
In horse racing greatness is defined by speed. Being the second
fastest counts for little. You have to win. And win. And keep
winning until every challenger of your generation is put to the
sword. Of the twelve horses lined up on Newmarket Heath that 2011
day, one would do just that. And more. To become the greatest
racehorse that has ever lived. Frankel was born on 11 February
2008, with four white socks and a blaze, from impressive equine
lines on both his parents' sides. Simon Cooper revisits the whole
of the horse's life, giving readers an inside tour of the calm
oasis that is life a stud farm, where a foal will live with his
mother for the first year of his life. Next, the atmosphere of
heady possibility that marks the early days of training. Roadwork.
Gallops. Trials. Turning raw potential into something more. Frankel
begins to set himself apart. A detailed and fast-paced narrative
breathlessly recounts the racing career of the horse who, by his
retirement to stud at the age of 4, would be rated the greatest of
all time. Cooper weaves the horse's tale with those of his trainer,
battling cancer, the stablehands who coped with his explosive
nature, the work rider who tamed him, the the jockey who rode in
all fourteen of his races, and the owner who saw his potential from
the very beginning. The result is a rich and multifaceted tale of
modern horse racing, the lives of everyone involved, human and
equine, and the unadulterated glory of winning. And winning
everything.
This book tests critical reassessments of US radical writing of the
1930s against recent developments in theories of modernism and the
avant-garde. Multidisciplinary in approach, it considers poetry,
fiction, classical music, commercial art, jazz, and popular
contests (such as dance marathons and bingo). Relating close
readings to social and economic contexts over the period 1856-1952,
it centers in on a key author or text in each chapter, providing an
unfolding, chronological narrative, while at the same time offering
nuanced updates on existing debates. Part One focuses on the roots
of the 1930s proletarian movement in poetry and music of the
nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Part Two analyzes the
output of proletarian novelists, considered alongside
contemporaneous works by established modernist authors as well as
more mainstream, popular titles.
Refusing to accept anything but ever-increasing levels of human
responsibility within a religious framework, covenantal thinkers
audaciously suggest that the covenant empowers humanity, as it
binds and inhibits divinity. This is a reformulation of recurrent
issues within the Jewish tradition, and one which pays homage to
the modern context from which it emerges. Hartman and Borowitz grew
up in the same mid-century American academic and social
environment, and the product of that upbringing has a significant
impact on the subsequent theories which they promote. Both thinkers
have attracted a considerable following, but very few scholars have
discussed them together. Cooper here for the fi rst time works
toward understanding their work in comparison with each other, and
with covenant as the central focus and framework.
Fishing the Severn Sea - From Hartland Point to St Ann's Head. The
Bristol Channel, once one of the busiest fishing lanes in Great
Britain, is a compelling area of the nation's seas to discover,
with a unique range of characteristics. In this book, renowned
maritime historian Mike Smylie and Simon Cooper, expert in the
field, delve into the variety of fishing methods used in the past
and present around this coastline. The area from Hartland Point in
the south-west of England to St Ann's Head in Wales is examined in
detail, via the lower reaches of the River Severn and its estuary,
the River Wye and the south coast of Wales. Accompanied by
previously unseen photographs and drawings, the authors present a
fascinating account of the lives of the 'Severn Sea' fishermen, the
boats they used and the way they went about bringing in their
catches. Encompassing stories from the herring fishers of Clovelly
to long-netting on the Severn and the harvest of oysters off
Swansea, this book is a must for fishing enthusiasts and those with
an interest in local history.
Rev. Dr. James Simon Cooper's book, The Ten Commandments, Ten
Sermons for Everyday People, gives practical insight in God's Holy
instructions. He tells us, in plain talk, what God requires of us
and the consequences for living outside the confine of The Law.
"The Ten Commandments are not just laws, he says, " They are Love.
The first four Commandments have to do with our relationship with
God and tell us to love God above all. The final six tells us to
love other people as much as we love ourselves." He continues, "The
Fifth Commandment marks a turning point. If we keep the first four
Commandments, truly, sincerely, and earnestly, it will not be hard
to keep the last six... you will treat your mother and father
properly, you will not kill; you will not commit adultery, you will
not steal, you will not bear false witness, and you will not covet.
These last six Commandments are called the marble pillars, which
supports the society's moral conscience."
"This is the story of a young man who becomes immotionally
disturbed with life after his parent's divorce at the age of seven.
In life we take for granted the importance of a giving our kids a
stable home that gives them a great balance of discipline and love.
This story shows how the consequences of parents splitting up can
have an affect on children who turn into young men and then adults.
Simon Cooper substituted his family with the football casuals of
Manchester City's Young Guvnors. This is deeper than your average
hooligan story, as the book takes you into his soul and heart as he
speaks openly about his drug addiction and the dark paths it led
him down. Football For Life opens up to us in depth of how powerful
the game can become in our society, the writing is powerfully done
so we can all relate to the struggle threw Simon's eyes. From the
Madchester rave days to the journey of parenthood and marriage
every thing is explored in detail and depth. If you were a teenager
or football casual in the rave days of house music you will not be
able to put this book down. "
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