Stephen Walker Bücher

60 Jahre nach dem ersten Atombomben-Abwurf erzählt Stephen Walker das Drama Hiroshima als historischen Thriller und berührendes Tagebuch von Tätern und Opfern. Die Tragödie beginnt am 16. Juli 1945 um 5.29 Uhr in der Wüste von New Mexico, wo die erste Atombombe gezündet wird. Das Manhattan-Projekt hat sein Ziel erreicht, und Amerika ist bereit, diese furchtbare Waffe gegen Japan einzusetzen, um das Leben hunderttausender Amerikaner zu retten. Militärexperten prognostizierten viele tote Soldaten, sollte der Krieg mit konventionellen Waffen fortgesetzt werden. Walker verfolgt die Ereignisse der folgenden 21 Tage aus den Perspektiven der Bomberbesatzung und ihrer Befehlshaber sowie von Männern, Frauen und Kindern in Hiroshima. Zunächst im Rhythmus von Tagen, dann von Stunden und schließlich von Minuten. Die Figuren werden zu Menschen mit Wünschen, Ängsten und Ambitionen. Ihr Schicksal ist unabwendbar, und mit jeder Minute wächst die Hoffnung des Lesers auf Rettung. Der unausweichliche Höhepunkt und die schockierende Wahrheit sind umso erschütternder. Die Schilderung der letzten Wochen, Tage und Stunden ist atemberaubend und basiert auf bislang unveröffentlichten Dokumenten, Tagebuchaufzeichnungen, Briefen, Fotos und Logbüchern der Bomberbesatzung sowie exklusiven Interviews mit Zeitzeugen aus Japan und den USA.

'Thrilling ... High-definition history: tight, thrilling and beautifully researched' SUNDAY TIMES 'This book is a triumph' DAN SNOW

Offering a unique minute-by-minute account of the Hiroshima bombing, the narrative unfolds through multiple perspectives, capturing the experiences of those in the air and on the ground. This dramatic retelling immerses readers in the chaos and devastation of the event, providing a comprehensive view of its impact on individuals and the city itself.

Known for - and even overshadowed by - his brutal and spectacular building cuts, Gordon Matta-Clark's oeuvre is unique in the history of American art. He worked in the 1970s on the boarders between art and architecture and his diverse practice is often understood as an outright rejection of the tenets of high modernism. Stephen Walker argues instead for the artist's ambivalent relationship with the architectural heritage he is often claimed to disavow, thus making this the first book to extrapolate Matta-Clark's thinking beyond its immediate context.Walker considers the broad range of Matta-Clark's ephemeral practice, from montage to actual interventions and from performance art and installation to drawing, film and video. Bringing to the fore the consistent themes and issues explored through this broad range of media, and in particular the complex notion of the 'discreet violation', he reveals the continued relevance of Matta-Clark's artistic and theoretical oeuvre to the reception of artistic and architectural work today.

Set against the backdrop of wartime Rome, this true story explores the unlikely friendship between a Nazi colonel and an Irish priest. It delves into themes of war, peace, and the human capacity for compassion amidst conflict, highlighting how two individuals from opposing sides can forge a bond that transcends their differences. Their relationship reveals the complexities of morality and the potential for understanding in even the most challenging circumstances.

This title manages to relate three seemingly unrelated facts: a town council which has promised a million pounds to the least exciting park in Morecambe; 18 year-old Teena Rama who is 148.7% too beautiful; and Mr Landen who has no brain.

On the other side of the table - Plan and execute excellent interviews to get the right person for the job As an experienced managerial behavior consultant, Stephen Walker, co-founder of Motivation Matters, is passionate about helping to improve organizational performance in businesses. In this quick and practical book, Stephen takes you through the entire process of an interview, from getting to know the specifications of the role, to discussing the results and reaching a final decision with other stakeholders. Being able to build a strong team around you is essential to a business' success and to do this you need to interview effectively and confidently. This is not only essential for prospective employees; it is also an important managerial skill. Walking you through the interview process from the initial planning and preparation to meeting and greeting the interviewee, this book provides you with everything you need to know to hire for success. With templates, examples, and tips on how to incorporate cutting edge techniques such as NLP into your interviewing technique, The Manager's Guide to Conducting Your First Interview, is the perfect companion to managers new and old, giving you a fresh perspective on effective interviewing.

The author shares a transformative personal journey that clarified many of life's questions, revealing insights applicable to all aspects of daily living. This exploration emphasizes the universal nature of these experiences, suggesting that others can also benefit from similar realizations. The narrative conveys a sense of authenticity and encourages readers to discover how these revelations can impact their own lives.

Exploring the concept of the fairground showfront, this book delves into its architectural and cultural significance through a blend of archival research and modern examples. It discusses influential philosophies of surface, particularly referencing Gottfried Semper's ideas on architectural enclosure. The initial chapters outline the evolution of showfronts and their arrangement, while later sections examine themes of spectacle, illusion, and the interaction of crowds within these vibrant spaces. This scholarly work appeals to those interested in design, architecture, and cultural studies.

The book introduces a binary role theory of world politics, providing empirical case studies that demonstrate its application to issues such as conflict management and shifts in global order. It aims to engage scholars, international relations theorists, and students interested in quantum and computational models, offering a unique perspective on the complexities of global interactions.