Andrew Brown Bücher

Belüge deinen Nächsten wie dich selbst Kapstadt, die Mutterstadt Südafrikas, die Schöne mit den vielen Gesichtern. Während im Schatten des Tafelbergs Flüchtlinge ums Überleben kämpfen und korrupte Polizisten ihr Gehalt aufbessern, frisst der Alltag an Richard Calloways Glück. Doch dann übernimmt der Anwalt einen Fall, der sein Leben für immer verändern wird: Ein Geschäftsmann soll einen Jungen überfahren haben. Der Augenzeuge ist verschwunden, die Aktenlage undurchsichtig. Als Richard dann auch noch auf die nigerianische Einwanderin Abayomi trifft, wagt er sich Schritt für Schritt hinaus aus seinem Alltag. Doch auch der kleinste Schritt kann ein Schritt zu viel sein. Und manchmal gerät man in einen Strudel, aus dem es kein Entkommen gibt …

Ausgezeichnet mit dem Sunday Times Fiction Prize, dem renommiertesten Literaturpreis Südafrikas Stellenbosch, Südafrika: Im Fluss treibt die Leiche einer jungen Weißen. Die Öffentlichkeit hat den Täter schnell ausgemacht: Ein illegaler Einwanderer aus Burundi soll die Tat begangen haben. Doch was hat es mit den geheimnisvollen, bedrohlichen Schlafliedern auf sich, die Melanie gesammelt hat? Wusste sie um die Gefahr, in der sie sich befand? Und weshalb fehlt eine Seite aus ihrem Notizbuch? Detective Eberard Februarie, eigentlich damit beschäftigt, seine persönlichen Angelegenheiten zu regeln, lässt der Fall keine Ruhe. Und gemeinsam mit der resoluten Polizeianwärterin Xoliswa stößt er auf ein Ereignis, das tief in die verwobene Geschichte Südafrikas zurückreicht – und das noch immer lange Schatten wirft ...

In einer Synagoge wird die Leiche eines muslimischen Jungen in Gebetskleidern gefunden. Grausam hingerichtet in einer Opferzeremonie. Inspector Februarie soll den Fall klären. Und zwar schnell. Denn als die Öffentlichkeit davon erfährt, droht die Stadt von einer Woge der Gewalt überschwemmt zu werden. Plötzlich stehen sich Vertreter aller religiösen Gesinnungen feindlich gegenüber. Und auf den Straßen Kapstadts geraten die ersten Demonstrationen außer Kontrolle. Februarie und die jüdische Sozialarbeiterin Yael Rabin ahnen jedoch, dass der Fall komplizierter ist, als es auf den ersten Blick scheint. Aber können sie das beweisen, bevor der Sturm losbricht?

Nach einem geheimen Drohnenangriff auf ein ziviles Ziel im Südsudan erfährt George Bartholomew, Leutnant der britischen Luftwaffe, dass ein verräterisches Stück Schrapnell am Einschlagort zurückgeblieben ist. Er versucht alles, es zurückzubekommen, doch er ist nicht der Einzige mit diesem Vorhaben. Zur gleichen Zeit reist auch der englische Botaniker Gabriel Cockburn in die Region, auf der Suche nach einer Pflanze, die wesentlich ist für seine Forschung. Dort trifft er auf Alek, eine junge Frau, die sich bereit erklärt, ihn zu Forschungszwecken in gefährliches Gebiet zu führen, doch insgeheim ihre eigenen Pläne verfolgt. Die Schicksale der drei sind auf unheilvolle Weise miteinander verknüpft. Und das hat explosive Folgen ...

Exploring the intersection of cultural identity and personal growth, this narrative reflects on the author's Lakota heritage and prairie upbringing, enriched by the influence of esteemed mentors and literary figures. It delves into childhood experiences that shaped a commitment to teaching and writing, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in understanding moral truths. The author challenges conventional views of death, suggesting it is a continuation rather than an end, and expresses gratitude to students and fellow word lovers who inspire the journey.

"Cape Town is experiencing a wave of skilfully executed cash-in-transit heists, and Captain Eberard Februarie is brought in to crack the case. There are few leads to go on, and the gang always seems to be a step ahead of the cops, raising suspicions of a leak from the inside. Andile Xaba lives a double life, leading a crew of heist men and hiding his activities from his girlfriend and mother. He knows the police are on his tail, and when a job goes wrong, fault lines start emerging in the gang. They cannot afford any more mistakes. In this explosive new crime thriller, Andrew Brown pits his haunted detective against the most elusive enemy he has yet faced. While dealing with his own demons, problems with his ex-wife and daughter, and a colonel with a history in the apartheid police force, Eberard moves ever closer to a dramatic showdown."--

Biography of British scientist who grew up in Poland, studied nuclear physics, left the Manhattan Project during World War II, promoted peace and social responsbility, created the influential Pugwash Conferences, and shared the 1995 Nobel Peace Prize

Desmond Bernal - or 'Sage', as he was known, was an extraordinary man by any account - a brilliant scientist, a fervent Marxist, and a colourful, bohemian figure. This biography includes previously unpublished material from his diaries, and sheds new light on his international influence during both WWII and the ensuing peace movement.

Focusing on the life and works of a renowned French author, this informative piece by Meryl Tyers delves into the remarkable and sometimes controversial existence of Gustave Flaubert, known for masterpieces like Madame Bovary. It provides insight into his literary creations, including the context of their writing and publication. Accompanied by his works Memoirs of a Madman and November, this book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in Flaubert and the intricacies of 19th-century France.

Eco awareness has had an enormous impact across all cultural and political spectrums, not least in the art world. This book presents an exploration of the ways in which contemporary artists are confronting nature, the environment, climate change and ecology.

From the 1960s to the 1980s, Sweden was an affluent, egalitarian country envied around the world. Refugees were welcomed, even misfit young Englishmen could find a place there. Andrew Brown spent part of his childhood in Sweden during the 1960s. In the 1970s he married a Swedish woman and worked in a timber mill raising their small son. Fishing became his passion and his escape. In the mid-1980s his marriage and the country fell apart. The Prime Minister was assassinated. The welfare system crumbled along with the industries that had supported it. 20 years later Andrew Brown traveled the length of Sweden in search of the country he had loved, and then hated, and now found he loved again.

Including topics such as Wikipedia's importance as a global phenomenon, this is a timely consideration of the roles of the guardians and editors of information throughout history Encyclopedias have traditionally claimed to provide absolute knowledge, yet with information now among the world's most valuable commodities, this Brief History is a sensible deliberation on how accurate that claim can ever be. While the omissions and distortions of the Great Soviet Encyclopedia may seem easy enough to spot, those of—for example—the Britannica , the Universalis , or the Brockhaus may not be so widely known. Since the Middle Ages, rapid advancements in science have made all encyclopedias effectively obsolete virtually immediately as they are published, which begs the Is the encyclopedic project fundamentally flawed? Also discussing the impact online encyclopedias have had on the conundrum, this is a fascinating account of an unjustly neglected area of cultural history.

The human genome project was possible due to the 30-year struggle to decode the complete DNA of a nematode worm. This title tells of the remarkable characters whose struggle changed our approach to modern science, including: Sydney Bremmer, John Sulston, Bob Orvitz and Fred Sanger.

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Exploring the evolution of psychology, the author presents a groundbreaking model that redefines our understanding of personality, distinguishing between two types: autistic and normal. Drawing on twelve years of research, the book delves into the roots of human behavior, addressing fears, friendships, and the complexities of both personality types. This innovative perspective is essential for those seeking deeper insights into autism and a fresh understanding of psychological frameworks.

At the heart of all Alfa Romeo cars is a design philosophy that makes them true drivers' cars and one reason to own a classic Alfa is to enjoy a driving experience that is no longer available from modern vehicles. The Alfa Romeo 105 series Spider first appeared in 1966 and is one of the most admired drop-head sports cars to come out of Italy, however its radical new look was not immediately welcomed. As prospective buyers gradually warmed to the model, enhancements were introduced including more powerful engines and higher-spec body and interior fittings. Despite its inauspicious start, production of this much-admired car lasted for twenty-seven years, finally stopping in 1993. Jim Talbott and Andrew Brown pay homage to the 105/115 series Alfa Spider.

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Looking at some of the fascinating examples of Roman coinage recorded by the Portable Antiquities Scheme.

Cover -- Bound by Muscle -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- 1. Breakfast at the Hills' -- 2. Not Even a Physiologist -- 3. Otto Fritz Meyerhof -- 4. Heat and Lactic Acid -- 5. Hill's Brigands and the Great War, 1914-​1918 -- 6. Postwar Tensions -- 7. Stockholm and Beyond -- 8. Revolutions in Physiology and Power -- 9. Preparing for War -- 10. 1940-​Backs against the Wall -- 11. Deliverance -- 12. Restoration -- 13. Legacies -- Selected Bibliography -- Index.