Matthew Dicks, qui publie au Royaume-Uni sous le nom de Matthew Green, est un auteur acclamé dont les œuvres explorent les complexités de l'expérience humaine. Son écriture, qui comprend des romans, de la poésie et des essais, se caractérise par sa profonde perspicacité et une attention méticuleuse aux détails. Dicks aborde des thèmes tels que la vie, la mort et la quête de sens avec un sens aigu des nuances et de l'authenticité. Sa voix singulière résonne auprès des lecteurs, offrant un parcours littéraire stimulant et émotionnellement riche.
Budo is Max's imaginary friend. But though only Max can see him, he is real. Budo and the other imaginary friends watch over their children until the day comes that the child stops imagining them. And then they're gone. Budo has lasted a lot longer than most imaginary friends - four years - because Max needs him more. His parents argue about sending him to a special school. Then Max mysteriously disappears from the school. Budo knows he must find him and rescue him.
A guide to London that takes you back in time. This is a fascinating and unique guide to the capital that takes the reader off the beaten track and into unexplored territory through time to six key periods in the history of London. From Shakespeare to the plague, medieval London to the swinging 60s, readers can totally immerse themselves in the sights, sounds and smells of our capital. After reading this book you'll never rush through the streets of Covent Garden or St Paul's again without pausing for at least a moment to think of all the mad characters and epic lives that ran through the same streets centuries before.
Whether evoking the Atlantis myth or Romantic ruins, an ancient Roman metropolis or the modern coastline, Shadowlands peers through the cracks of history at Britain's secret landscape.
The first comprehensive study in more than forty years to explain congressional leadership selection
Exploring the haunting remnants of Britain's ghost towns and villages, this book uncovers the stories of places once vibrant with life, now shrouded in mystery. From Dunwich, a medieval city lost to the sea, to Wharram Percy, decimated by the Black Death, each location reveals a unique history. The narrative also highlights the rediscovery of Trellech and a Norfolk village repurposed for military training. Through these eerie sites, readers are invited to delve into the past and reflect on the forces that led to their desolation.
As in Matthew Green's beloved MEMOIRS OF AN IMAGINARY FRIEND, Matthew writes a character with a foot in two worlds - child and adult - who has a unique voice and is able to reveal truths about family love, friendship, anger, the expectations of a child, and exactly who our mothers are.
The story of a journey into one of the wildest corners of the African continent, and into the psychology of the charismatic altar-boy-turned-rebel-leader who is waging a war without end, for a cause nobody understands
Daniel Mayrock's life is at a crossroads: 1. His bookshop is falling. 2. He's sick of feeling useless. 3. His wife, Jill, is ready to start a family. 4. She has no idea about 1 and 2. Dan is scared. Then Jill gets pregnant. And now all Dan knows is: 5. Dan loves Jill. Brimming with Dan's hilarious sense of humour and unique world-view, his obsessive list-making paints a picture of a man who's willing to do just about anything for the love (and soon-to-be new love) of his life..
Highlighting its cultural significance, this scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original work. Due to its age, readers may encounter imperfections like marks, notations, and flawed pages. The reprint aims to protect and preserve literary heritage by making this important work accessible in a modern, high-quality edition that remains true to the original.
Stopping the Dreaded Halitosis Dead in Its Tracks (Halitosis Dental Hygiene Odor Deodorant Stop Sweating Natural Remedies)
Bad breath can affect anyone, often persisting despite regular tooth brushing, which primarily cleans teeth rather than eliminating odor. This condition may signal underlying issues, such as oral infections or poor hygiene. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding the causes of bad breath and suggests necessary tests and remedies to address it effectively, highlighting the potential health implications if left untreated.