Alan Johnson Bücher

Useful for owners of Edwardian and Inter-war houses, this work offers advice on renovation, restoration, fault-finding, repair, and maintenance. Topics covered include: historical background and description of dwelling types; constructional anatomy of Edwardian and Inter-war houses; Modern Movement Houses; and alterations and improvements.

Alan Johnson's childhood was not so much difficult as unusual, particularly for a man who was destined to become Home Secretary. This book tells the story of two incredible women: Alan's mother, Lily, who battled against poor health, poverty, domestic violence and loneliness to try to ensure a better life for her children; and his sister, Linda.

Even before the heyday of Von Dutch and Big Daddy, the ultimate way to personalize your car or motorcycle was to lay some wicked lines on top of the paintwork. Done with a steady hand and an eye for style, pinstripes speak volumes. In How to Pinstripe , acclaimed veteran striper Alan Johnson teaches you everything you need to know to get started, to further your mastery of the form, or to simply understand how a good design comes together.Following a primer on the history and evolution of pinstriping, this book launches into a step-by-step guide to the pinstriping process--from choosing paint and brushes that suit your style and abilities, to preparing surfaces, experimenting with symmetrical and asymmetrical designs, striping freehand, and using grids and patterns. While stressing the importance of finding your own style and having fun with the hobby, Johnson also explains the basics of color theory and unique considerations for antique and classic cars, hot rods and customs, and motorcycles.For more advanced pinstripers, theres also tried-and-true advice on apprenticing and working car shows. Illustrated with color photography throughout, How to Pinstripe is the perfect source for beginners and veterans alike.

Exploring the often-overlooked "where" of missions, this book challenges traditional assumptions about sending cross-cultural workers. While previous discussions have centered on motives, message content, and methodologies, it emphasizes the importance of geographic boundaries and the implications of location in mission work. By addressing this critical aspect, the text invites readers to rethink their approach to missions and consider the strategic significance of where efforts are directed.

His love affair with pop music blossomed alongside the music itself, which exploded into being in the mid-1950s and came to embody the iconoclastic spirit of a new era. Honest, poignant and very funny, it is more than just a nostalgic celebration of music: it offers a new perspective on the singular life of Alan Johnson the man.

Winner of the Parliamentary Book Award, best memoir by a Parliamentarian, 2016From the condemned slums of Southam Street in West London to the corridors of power in Westminster, Alan Johnson's multi-award-winning autobiography charts an extraordinary journey, almost unimaginable in today's Britain.

Another fast-paced and warm-hearted thriller from award-winning writer, and former MP, Alan Johnson.

Paints a picture of England in the 1970s, where no celebration was complete without a Party Seven of Watney's Red Barrel, smoking was the norm rather than the exception, and Sunday lunchtime was about beer, bingo and cribbage.

A fast-paced, elegant and warm-hearted thriller from award-winning writer, and former MP, Alan Johnson.

Exploring the life and leadership of Harold Wilson, this work by former Labour cabinet minister Alan Johnson delves into the complexities of Wilson's premierships. As a bestselling author and ex-politician, Johnson provides unique insights into Wilson's political strategies and personal challenges, offering a nuanced portrait of a pivotal figure in British politics. The book combines historical analysis with personal anecdotes, shedding light on the impact of Wilson's policies during a transformative era in the UK.