John Lucas Bücher

Dein Leben ist nichts, deine Gang ist alles. Bisher war Jays Gang-Dasein in der Londoner Vorstadt nur ein schräges Kinderspiel aus Drogen, Party und Gewalt. Die härtesten Entscheidungen: welche Klamotten man anzieht oder welchen Schokoriegel man kauft. Doch an seinem 16. Geburtstag wird Jay zu den „Olders“ aufsteigen, und dazu muss er beweisen, dass er alles für seine Brüder tun würde. Als Jay ein Mitglied aus einer rivalisierenden Gang umbringen soll, merkt er, dass die Entscheidungen über Leben und Tod nicht bei ihm liegen. Aber es gibt kein Zurück mehr... Schonungslos, aufwühlend und berührend – dieses Buch lässt niemanden kalt

Jason verliert seinen Job und wird von Außerirdischen entführt. An Bord eines Raumschiffs erfährt er von einem teuflischen Plan der 'Total Trading Corporation', das Weltall zu sprengen. Unklar bleibt, warum ausgerechnet er und seine Freundin Alex diese Katastrophe aufhalten sollen.

The biography delves into the intriguing life of Reginald Goodall, a conductor renowned for his interpretations of Wagner's works. The author, known for his previous acclaimed book on Thomas Beecham, explores Goodall's unique contributions to music and his enigmatic personality. This new paperback edition offers insights into his artistic journey and the impact he had on the world of classical music.

Drawing on biographical information, letters, reminiscences and anecdotes, John Lucas pieces together Gurney's difficult, indeed tragic life, in order to show that Gurney's poetry, while undoubtedly affected by his mental problems, his trench experiences in World War One, and his complex relationship to Gloucester, the Cotswalds and London, is the sane utterance of a deeply radicalized writer. schovat popis

The authorised biography of Sir Reginald Goodall, best known as the great "Wagnerian conductor". This biography covers the years of his childhood through to his recent death.

Despite the importance of mushrooms in cuisine and medicine, little is known about these strange fungi. This comprehensive reference work opens the fascinating world to the general reader more completely than ever before. It covers 525 worldwide species in detail, with full botanical descriptions, habitats, life cycles and culinary properties with over 350 color photographs and drawings.

This biography offers a fresh perspective on Thomas Beecham, addressing and correcting numerous myths about the controversial conductor. Released in paperback to mark the 50th anniversary of his death, it delves into his life and career, revealing the complexities of his personality and contributions to music. Through thorough research, the book aims to provide a more accurate portrayal of Beecham's legacy and influence in the world of classical music.

'92 Acharnon Street' is a loving portrait of Athens in all its dusty, dirty, traffic-ridden reality, complete with bars, prostitutes, corruption and imperious bureaucrats.

The story of Patrick Mackay, the serial killer dubbed the most dangerous man in Britain during his trial in 1975.