Ian Jack est un journaliste écossais qui a dirigé la revue littéraire Granta de 1995 à 2007. Son travail explore des thèmes sociaux et culturels profonds, offrant aux lecteurs des réflexions pertinentes sur le monde contemporain. L'écriture de Jack se distingue par sa précision et ses aperçus pénétrants de la nature humaine. Il élabore des récits à la fois stimulants et élégamment construits.
Featuring distinguished writers and reporters: John Simpson, James Fenton, Martha Gellhorn, Germaine Greer, Ryszard Kapuscinski, as well as talents Elana Lappin, Suketu Mehta and Wendell Steavenson, this book covers some of the signal events: the fall of Saigon, the end of apartheid in South Africa, the massacre in Tiananmen Square, and more.
Collins Primary Focus: Comprehension Pupil Book 1 is aimed at ages 7+. Using a variety of well-known authors, the book is designed to encourage children to read and understand every essential fiction and non-fiction text type. Follow- up activities progress from literal questions to higher order thinking skills.
An anthology of classic Granta pieces on India.
In this selection from over twenty years of reporting and writing, Ian Jack sets out to deal with contemporary Britain - from national disasters to football matches to obesity - but is always drawn back in time, vexed by the question of what came first.
The authorized guide to the television phenomenon House, M.D. For the last six years House, M.D. has been one of the most popular and captivating shows on television. Following the stories of a misanthropic genius doctor named Gregory House and his team of specialists, each week the show confronts medical mysteries that have baffled the best minds in medicine. Centered around one of the most compelling characters on television—brilliantly portrayed by actor Hugh Laurie—the Emmy Award–winning TV drama has been keeping millions of viewers intrigued and enthralled since it began, always offering an entertaining mixture of drama and humor. Based on unprecedented access to the show's cast members and creative staff, House, M.D. is the first fully authorized guide to the hit medical drama, offering a close-up view inside the world of House. From the show's genesis to today, this companion provides unique insight into the TV drama, as the actors, writers, and producers who've created these characters describe in their own words what the show means to them. This book also delves into fascinating discussions of the show's medical science and controversial ethical issues, as well as includes exclusive photographs from the set and an intimately detailed look at the making of an episode. Essential reading for any House fan, House, M.D. is the ultimate behind-the-scenes guide to TV's most captivating show.
This issue of Granta is dedicated to love, or more often the lack of it, the loss of it, and the search for it. It includes stories about sibling rivalry, about rediscovering parental love, and about the end of marriage and enduring friendship.
The Official Insider's Guide to America's Hottest Food Show
Delve into the behind-the-scenes world of a renowned food competition series, exploring the intense challenges and culinary creativity that define it. This insider's guide offers exclusive insights into the contestants' journeys and the Food Network stars who emerged from the show. Fans will appreciate the anecdotes, tips, and highlights that showcase the drama and excitement of the culinary battles, making it a must-read for anyone passionate about cooking and reality television.
“Ian Jackman had the fool-hearty courage to set out armed with the two most dangerous tools for traveling in America, an inquiring mind and a hungry stomach. He lived to tell the tale with wit and charm.” — Mark Kurlansky, bestselling author of The Big Oyster and Cod Ian Jackman believes that life is too short to deny yourself our nation's true culinary treasures. Guided by food experts throughout the land, he travels from east to west—from small town to big city—uncovering local treats, guilty pleasures, and some oddities that no true food lover should miss. From lobster rolls and buffalo meat to banana cream pies and clam stuffies, Jackman finds the sinful temptations your taste buds crave—and he writes about them in a way that's certain to get any confirmed foodie salivating! Escape the guilt and anxiety propagated by our puritanical, diet-obsessed society and indulge yourself with Eat This!
A systematic exploration of the influence of readers on the shaping of six major poets' works.
Oficiální průvodce fenomenálním seriálem oceněným cenou Emmy dává nahlédnout do způsobu vymýšlení a výroby televizní zábavy v USA poskytuje kromě vtipné předmluvy Hugha Laurieho, představitele hlavní role, cenné informace o tom, jak byl celý seriál vymyšlen a vytvořen, jak vznikají scénáře jednotlivých dílů a koncepce celých řad, jak scenáristé spolupracují s výrobou, jak byli obsazováni herci a vybíráni režiséři nebo jak vypadá obyčejný natáčecí den, co všechno mu předchází a co po něm následuje, než se epizoda dostane na televizní obrazovku. Kniha vnáší světlo do fenoménu Dr. House a pomáhá fanouškům pochopit jeho úspěch.
