Kevin O'Connor Livres

This revised paperback edition of Harry The Little Genius updates the first full-length biography of one of Ireland’s leading artists. Born in London, Harry Kernoff moved to Dublin in 1914 and from 1923 until his death in 1974 was a full-time artist when it was neither ‘profitable nor fashionable’. Against the odds, Harry Kernoff has left a more encompassing visual record of the Irish experience during the twentieth century than any contemporary painter through his empathic interest in the ordinary people, and especially rank-and-file Dubliners.Kevin O’Connor provides a revealing look at an extraordinary artist, emphasising Kernoff’s humanity, his art and his prolific output.Artist and writer John Ryan says that Kernoff “issued a continuous flow of paintings of the great, the curious, the famous and the notorious.… No metropolis was ever better served by a graphic He is our Boswell in paint.”The value of Kernoff’s work has risen dramatically in recent years, as has his reputation. This lavishly illustrated paperback edition is a fitting tribute to an exceptional artist.“... fans of Kernoff, old and new, will be delighted to see his work gathered in one place and in such a beautifully produced volume.” – Katrina Goldstone, The Irish Times

Kevin O'Connor's collection features 111 insightful columns from his long-running series, "The Roving Eye," offering a rich exploration of Ugandan society. Covering diverse topics such as love, sexuality, foreign influence, environmental issues, and social inequalities, these columns blend humor with thought-provoking commentary. Accompanied by illustrations from renowned cartoonist Moses Balagadde, the selection serves as both an entertaining read and a reflective snapshot of Uganda's cultural landscape.

Focusing on often-overlooked dynamics in the workplace, this career development book uncovers crucial factors that significantly influence career success. It offers insights into the hidden elements that can either propel a career forward or lead to setbacks, providing readers with valuable knowledge to navigate their professional paths effectively.

"The Map of Innovation is O'Connor's step-by-step approach to devising lucrative new products and services and bringing them to market, through a process that has proven itself time and again in many different industries." "Too often, people trying to innovate focus on things that don't matter or waste their time trying to find answers to questions that can't be answered. O'Connor shows why the map of innovation centers on getting right the five make-or-break fundamentals: creating a large number of viable ideas ; picking the right idea to pursue; creating a highly focused strategy to bring the idea to market; getting the money to fund the strategy; and hiring the best people."--Jacket.

Set in early 2000s Baltimore, the story follows Caffer, a Johns Hopkins University student, and his girlfriend Emily as they explore a vibrant yet tumultuous social scene filled with parties and complex relationships. Caffer's journey takes a turn when he seeks refuge in Mexico amid political unrest, leading to a tragic conclusion that brings him back to New York. The narrative captures the essence of early millennial life in the U.S., blending personal growth with a vivid portrayal of the era's cultural landscape.

Exploring diverse themes such as sex, religion, inequality, and the environment, this collection showcases 193 insightful articles by columnist Kevin O'Connor, published in the Sunday Monitor from 2007 to 2015. Each chapter offers thoughtful and often humorous commentary on Ugandan society, enhanced by Moses Balagadde's engaging cartoons. O'Connor's keen observations and reflections on human behavior provide a rich tapestry of perspectives, aligning with his column's title, Roving Eye, and his belief in the inherent interest of every scene.