In horse racing greatness is defined by speed. Being the second fastest counts for little. You have to win. And win. And keep winning until every challenger of your generation is put to the sword. Of the twelve horses lined up on Newmarket Heath that 2011 day, one would do just that. And more. To become the greatest racehorse that has ever lived.
Simon Cooper Livres






This delightful book records a year in the life of an essentially English waterscape, one that is home to a vast array of wildlife and natural habitat of the keen angler - the chalkstream.
How to Be a Brilliant Leader, revised 2nd edn
- 216pages
- 8 heures de lecture
All the tools you need for leadership success. Learn how to find and nurture the best talent around, manage work and team synergy to achieve maximum results and, most importantly, learn how to act and communicate as a true leader.
Drama and Theatre Studies
- 432pages
- 16 heures de lecture
Structure and styling remain consistent with the bestselling current edition, and the same author team has been used to maintain the high standard of material that has proved so popular with students and teachers.
Hairy Lemon Cookbook
- 164pages
- 6 heures de lecture
Drawing inspiration from decades of culinary tradition in Dublin, this cookbook features beloved recipes from the acclaimed Hairy Lemon Restaurant, known for its award-winning traditional dishes. The establishment's name pays homage to a local character from the 1940s, humorously likened to a hairy lemon due to his jaundice and distinctive appearance. This collection not only showcases authentic Irish cuisine but also captures the unique cultural essence of the city.
Contemporary Covenantal Thought
Interpretations of Covenant in the Thought of David Hartman and Eugene Borowitz
- 324pages
- 12 heures de lecture
Covenantal thinkers propose that the covenant enhances human responsibility while simultaneously limiting divine power, offering a fresh perspective on Jewish tradition. The authors, Hartman and Borowitz, share a mid-century American academic background that influences their theories. Despite their significant followings, scholarly discussion has rarely compared their ideas. Cooper's analysis presents a groundbreaking exploration of their works, positioning covenant as the central theme to understand their contributions and the modern context from which they arise.
Football for Life
- 204pages
- 8 heures de lecture
The narrative follows a young man grappling with emotional turmoil stemming from his parents' divorce at seven. It emphasizes the crucial role of a stable home in a child's development. Simon Cooper, seeking solace, turns to the football casual culture of Manchester City, revealing a deeper story that transcends typical hooligan tales. His candid reflections on drug addiction and its consequences, alongside explorations of football's societal impact, resonate with readers. The book captures the essence of the Madchester rave era and the complexities of adulthood, making it a compelling read for those familiar with that time.
Modernism and the Practice of Proletarian Literature
- 348pages
- 13 heures de lecture
Exploring the intersection of radical writing and modernism, this book offers a multidisciplinary examination of US cultural production from 1856 to 1952. It delves into various art forms, including poetry, fiction, music, and popular contests, while highlighting a key author or text in each chapter. The first part traces the origins of the 1930s proletarian movement through earlier poetry and music, while the second part contrasts the works of proletarian novelists with those of established modernists and mainstream authors, enriching ongoing debates in literary studies.
Core Statutes on Evidence 2018-19
- 328pages
- 12 heures de lecture
Well-selected and authoritative, Palgrave Core Statutes provide the key materials needed by students in a format that is clear, compact and very easy to use. They are ideal for use in exams.
Shortlisted for THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2017 'The best popular account of the lives of otters written so far' Richard Shelton, Times Literary Supplement