George M. Johnson crée des récits de changement positif, s'appuyant sur plus de trois décennies de travail pour la justice sociale. Son écriture explore des thèmes de transformation et d'espoir, ancrés dans une profonde compréhension de l'esprit humain. Le style de Johnson se caractérise par son empathie et sa capacité à éclairer des possibilités pleines d'espoir même dans des circonstances difficiles. À travers ses contributions littéraires, il vise à inspirer les lecteurs à s'engager activement dans la création d'un avenir meilleur, en soulignant le pouvoir de l'effort individuel et collectif.
What is an activist? Why do we need them? Join Hope as she discovers how to make positive change on issues that matter from clothes made in fair trade to refugee aid - and to have fun at the same time! Even if you are small you can still stand tall andhelp out to make the world a better place for all.
Photographing London is the definitive photo-location and visitor guidebook to London, invaluable to both visitors and locals alike. Over 400 locations are described - illustrated with over a thousand stunning images - showing you where to take the best photographs in London with tips and techniques on how to improve your photography.
A New York Times Bestseller! Optioned for television by Gabrielle Union Good Morning America, NBC Nightly News, Today Show, and MSNBC feature stories Velshi Banned Book Club Amazon Best Book of the Year Indie Bestseller Teen Vogue Recommended Read Buzzfeed Recommended Read People Magazine Best Book of the Summer A New York Library Best Book of 2020 A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2020 ... and more! In a series of personal essays, prominent journalist and LGBTQIA+ activist George M. Johnson explores his childhood, adolescence, and college years in New Jersey and Virginia. From the memories of getting his teeth kicked out by bullies at age five, to flea marketing with his loving grandmother, to his first sexual relationships, this young-adult memoir weaves together the trials and triumphs faced by Black queer boys. Both a primer for teens eager to be allies as well as a reassuring testimony for young queer men of color, All Boys Aren't Blue covers topics such as gender identity, toxic masculinity, brotherhood, family, structural marginalization, consent, and Black joy. Johnson's emotionally frank style of writing will appeal directly to young adults.
Johnny Johnson has been awarded an MBE for his remarkable services in World War II'I was anxious to fight. He recalls with unique wit and insight the difficult training conducted in secrecy, the race against time to release the bombs, and the sheer strength and bravery shown by a small unit faced with great adversity and uncertainty.
Cutting edge biological concepts delivered with a greater emphasis on evolution and a logical use of analogies. This textbook was written from the ground up to be an engaging and accessible learning tool with an emphasis on "how things work and why things happen the way they do." This Essentials textbook features a straightforward, clear writing style and a wide variety of media assets to enhance the content of the textbook. The strength of the second edition is the integration of many tools that are designed to inspire both students and instructors. The multi-media package for the new edition stretches students beyond the confines of the traditional textbook to include high interest video clips and animations of key biological concepts.
The exploration of cancer's complexities unfolds through George Johnson's personal journey after his partner's diagnosis. He delves into groundbreaking research across various fields, revealing a transformative understanding of cancer's origins and treatment. Johnson's narrative not only highlights scientific advancements but also captures the emotional toll of the disease, detailing the arduous process of consultations and therapies. With eloquent writing, he invites readers to rethink their perceptions of cancer and its ongoing quest for a cure.
In this intimate first-person story, Sophia confides how she shares a variety of secrets from sneaky to toothy to hopeful, in unusual ways, including whispering a secret to the breeze and dropping another into a puddle, but the best way is to share one with her brother Ben. Winner of the Pacific Northwest Writers’ Association Literary Contest, picture book category. One of the judges wrote, "It's one of the best I've judged in several years!... This one should be in bookstores."
"No scientist has done more to shape our understanding of the universe than Murray Gell-Mann, the Nobel Prize-winner considered by many colleagues to be the most brilliant physicist of his generation. His discovery of the quark and the Eightfold Way were cornerstones for all that followed in particle physics, the effort to understand the very stuff of creation, In this, the first biography of Gell-Mann, George Johnson tells the story of a remarkable life."
Murray Gell-Mann and the Revolution in Twentieth-Century Physics
The book features a new afterword that provides updated insights and reflections on the themes presented in the original text. It revisits key concepts and offers a contemporary perspective, enriching the reader's understanding and engagement with the material. The afterword serves as a bridge between the initial publication and current relevance, making it a valuable addition for both new readers and those familiar with the original work.