Matthew Thomas Bücher

Wurde je bedingungsloser ans Glück geglaubt als im New York des 20. Jahrhunderts? Matthew Thomas‘ Epos einer irisch-amerikanischen Einwandererfamilie umspannt drei Generationen und zeichnet das Porträt von Eileen Tumulty, einer kompromisslosen Träumerin. In ihrem kleinen Apartment in Queens der 1940er- und 50er-Jahre hängt die Stimmung davon ab, wer zu Besuch ist oder wie viel Alkohol konsumiert wird. Eileen sehnt sich danach, der Enge ihrer Eltern zu entfliehen. Als sie Ed Leary, einen sanftmütigen Wissenschaftler, trifft, scheint das ersehnte Glück greifbar: ein schönes Haus, eine kleine Karriere, eine glückliche Familie. Doch was geschieht, wenn Träume in Erfüllung gehen, das Glück aber ausbleibt? Thomas erzählt nicht von Tellerwäschern und Millionären, sondern von gewöhnlichen Menschen, die Amerika zu einem mythischen Ort der Freiheit gemacht haben. Doch Eileen, Ed und ihr Sohn Connell erfahren, wie schnell das vermeintlich Sichergegläubte ins Wanken gerät. Sie stellen sich drängenden Fragen: Was ist wirklich wichtig im Leben? Hat man ein Recht auf Glück? Und wer sind wir, wenn wir nicht mehr wir selbst sind?

Armageddon has begun. Sheep are exploding in the Welsh highlands, thePyramids are up for repossession since their 5,000-year lease hasexpired, ghastly US evangelists overrun Britain, and rains of fish areof course inevitable. The prophet Nostradamus, still with us under hisacademic alias Professor Mike D. Nostrus, knows just how to takeprecautions against the fast approaching End of the World(TM) . . .

If you're a cynic, you're a sucker. 'They' want you to believe in aliens and goblins and UFOs and ghosts, because if you go chasing lies, you never get to the truth. A paranoid public is a pliant public. And that's just how 'they' like it. 'They' are an ultra-secret all-powerful world 'Committee' of shadowy individuals -- the real decision makers who tell governments what to do, dictate which way the stock market's heading, start up a few wars to settle old scores. They've had five centuries' experience of running the world to know that nothing spreads a rumour faster than a carefully worded denial. The truth is, there's nothing worth meeting out there. There are no aliens. Well, actually, that's not quite true. The all powerful ultra-secret 'Committee' think there are none, but they've been so busy manipulating the entire globe they haven't realised that they themselves are being manipulated. Besides, they're too inbred nowadays to see past the end of their noses let alone into the skies. From opposite sides of the globe, former US commando Frank Becker, and UFO enthusiast Dave Anderson, are about to stumble on the biggest conspiracy theory of all. And it's a discovery that threat

The memoir explores the profound journey of love and loss experienced by Matthew Thomas, who reflects on his marriage to Anne and the impact of her death. Through heartfelt anecdotes, he shares their life together, marked by joy, travel, and deep connection, while grappling with grief and the quest for meaning. This tribute not only honors their relationship but also delves into a humanistic faith that offers solace beyond traditional beliefs, creating an inspiring narrative of resilience and reconciliation.

The narrative offers an intense glimpse into the high-stakes world of law enforcement along America's southern border, highlighting the dangers and challenges faced by officers. Readers are immersed in the gripping realities of border patrol, showcasing the urgency and complexity of their mission to maintain safety and order in a tumultuous environment.

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