The story is based on a man of vengeance tracking down to eliminate every dark predator that harmed him and others.

Three Men in a Boat is one of the most popular English travelogues, having never been out of print since its publication in 1889 and causing its publisher to comment, "I cannot imagine what becomes of all the copies of that book I issue. I often think the public must eat them."The novel itself is a brisk, light-hearted, and funny account of a two-week boating holiday taken by three friends up the Thames river. Jerome is a sort of everyman narrator, and even the stodgiest r...

This book explores how social work can navigate and shape the rapidly evolving dynamics of race, ethnicity, and culture. At a time when national debates and global changes are intensifying, this book provides a much-needed intellectual space to critically examine the current landscape and envision a future that aligns with social work’s core values of justice, equity, and inclusion.Through a collection of thought-provoking chapters, the book delves into the challenges and opportuni...

A maverick photographer who travelled the world in search of otherness, over time Verger became a prominent ethnographer, botanist and historian. He devoted fifty years of research to the black cultures of Brazil and Africa and to the transatlantic world of the Orisha and Vodun deities. Living in the field, initiated into diverse religious societies, he was reborn under the name of Fatumbi. A go-between of the Yoruba diaspora, Verger practiced an anti-colonial ethnology avant la lettre. Th...

The People's Democratic Republic of Korea has become one of the most secretive and isolated societies in the world, with NGOs, UN agencies and even embassies being expelled from the country in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. In Witness to North Korea, Jerome Sauvage presents a unique first-hand account of life in North Korea based on his time as a UN Special Resident coordinator in Pyongyang. Recounting his work organising and delivering humanitarian aid, Sauvage reflects on hi...

Winner of the 2014 NAACP Image Award, A Wanted Woman is a dangerous thrill ride like no other from New York Times bestselling author Eric Jerome Dickey.The assassin called Reaper is a woman of a thousand faces, and just as many accents. In the blink of an eye, she can become anyone. Some desirable. All dangerous.For Reaper, the Trinidad contract should be simple: infiltrate the infamous Laventille Killers’ organization, earn access to her ...

A delightful anthology bringing together some of the greatest comedic works in classic literature. Filled with clever storytelling, unforgettable characters, and sharp humor, this collection explores the many forms of comedy—from satire and social wit to amusing adventures and lighthearted misunderstandings. Each masterpiece offers readers a unique blend of laughter, insight, and literary charm. Featuring works by celebrated authors, the volume captures the timeless appeal of comedy while ...

A witty and entertaining journey filled with humor and unforgettable moments. Three friends set off on a boating trip along the River Thames, hoping for relaxation and adventure. Instead, their travels lead to amusing mishaps, clever observations, and humorous reflections on everyday life. Lighthearted and charming, the novel captures the joy of friendship and the comedy hidden in ordinary experiences. Written by Jerome K. Jerome. Enjoy a classic comedy that continues to entertain readers ...

A pair of strangers has twelve hours to relish the night of their lives in a novel that “has taken the anonymous one-night-stand relationship into the realm of art” (Publishers Weekly) from New York Times bestselling author Eric Jerome Dickey.On a cold and rainy night during the Christmas season, a woman who has suffered great personal loss and a successful businessman from Orange County meet by chance at a gas station in Los Angeles County. They ...

"Education is in a state of crisis. It has failed to respond to changing social needs—lagging behind rather than leading." The crisis that Jerome Bruner identifies in this volume admits of no easy solutions. But the noted American psychologist makes clear that educational reform must begin with the understanding of how a child acquires information and converts knowledge into action. Drawing on his current work on infant development, Bruner underscores the importance of formulating ...

What begins as a simple boating holiday up the River Thames quickly spirals into an unforgettable expedition of comical disasters. Join three utterly incompetent friends—and one highly opinionated fox terrier—as they battle rogue weather, impossible tents, and their own astounding ineptitude. The narrative flows with iconic slapstick moments and brilliant digressions on the absurdity of nineteenth-century leisure. Every page bursts with timeless wit, perfectly capturing the hilarious frust...

Returning to the cozy armchair of contemplation, this collection offers more brilliant insights into the absurdity of human behavior. With a slightly more mature but equally mischievous eye, the narrative tackles the complexities of aging, friendship, and the passage of time. The humor is dry, the observations are incredibly sharp, and the quiet moments of reflection are surprisingly profound. It feels like catching up with an old, witty friend who knows exactly how to make you smile at li...