Dennis Glover Livres

Drawing on the wisdom of classical thinkers, this book explores the art of persuasion employed by great orators throughout history. It delves into techniques and strategies that enable speakers to captivate and influence their audiences effectively. By examining historical examples and rhetorical principles, readers gain a deeper understanding of the power of oratory and its impact on communication.

April, 1947. In a run-down farmhouse on a remote Scottish island, George Orwell begins his last and greatest work: Nineteen Eighty-Four. Forty-four years old and suffering from the tuberculosis that within three winters will take his life, Orwell comes to see the book as his legacy - the culmination of a career spent fighting to preserve the freedoms which the wars and upheavals of the twentieth century have threatened. Completing the book is an urgent task, a race against death. In this illuminating novel, Dennis Glover masterfully explores the creation of Orwell's classic work, which for millions of readers worldwide defined the twentieth century.

The book challenges the prevailing notion in modern Australia that prioritizes productivity and economic growth above all else. It questions whether this relentless pursuit truly enhances the quality of life and strengthens communities, inviting readers to reflect on their values and desires in contrast to societal expectations.

Secrets have a way of resurfacing, impacting the lives of those involved. As characters navigate hidden truths and unresolved pasts, they are forced to confront the consequences of their choices. The narrative explores themes of betrayal, memory, and the struggle for redemption, ultimately revealing how buried secrets can shape relationships and destinies. Tension builds as the characters grapple with the fallout of revelations that threaten to upend their lives.

Set in a struggling Hobart in 2022, the narrative explores the clash between nostalgia and modern technology. As a factory whistle echoes after generations, billionaire Dundas Faussett unveils his bold plan to reclaim the past by establishing a new Year Zero: 1948. Residents, disillusioned by the impact of tech giants, are invited to live as if the internet never existed, sparking a movement to challenge the dominance of figures like Bezos and Zuckerberg. The story questions whether revisiting the past can empower the marginalized to reshape their future.