Nineteen writers, nineteen views of Cape Town. Each recreate the city that has shaped them, going beyond the iconic picture postcard image of Cape Town. They explore, often with startling honesty, the complex personal relationship that each writer has with the city.

In this collection of essays, Stephen Watson turns to the writers who have endured for him; to the places that have formed him; and always to the nature of writing and literature itself. The range is remarkable: he moves from Leonard Cohen to Dante, from Albert Camus to Allen Ginsberg, not excepting Czeslaw Milosz and T.S. Eliot. Closer to home, there are essays on Robben Island and the meaning of the Cedarberg. More personally, movingly, a final section of the book returns to the site of ...

Why, and in what manner, did artist Paul Klee have such a significant impact on twentieth-century thinkers? His art and his writing inspired leading philosophers to produce key texts in twentieth-century aesthetics, texts that influenced subsequent art history and criticism.Heidegger, Adorno, Benjamin, Merleau-Ponty, Lyotard, Sartre, Foucault, Blanchot, Derrida, and Marion are among the philosophers who have engaged with Klee's art and writings. Their views are often thought to be ...

'An auditor is a person who watches the battle from the safety of the hills and then comes down to bayonet the wounded.' The best way to prove this often repeated quote wrong is to study your new profession, learn its best practices, immerse yourself in its history, and its future direction. This six-step guide will set new entrants to the internal audit profession on the right path.

Don't mess with Melia! She's a feisty dryad – and she's angry.Ever since her ash tree was cut down to make way for a motorway she's been out for revenge. Melia and fellow dryads (tree spirits) Betula and Quercus are recruited into the mysterious 'Organisation', where they are trained to control minds in order to lead the human race to its own destruction.But when the dryads are sent to attack tree-loving teenager Jake and his family, they find that everything is more complica...

Time Is on Your Side tells the compelling story of a handful of characters. Alison is a beautiful, dedicated high school history teacher who, as she approaches middle age, having never been married nor having had any children, is beginning to feel like the happily-ever-after relationship ending that she had always hoped for may be a pipe dream. Also featured in the novel are a man in his sixties whose quest for spiritual salvation is being afflicted by his inner demons and a teenager with ...

The Simpsons is an iconic American animated sitcom created by Matt Groening for the Fox Broadcasting Company. First airing in 1989, it follows the lives of the Simpson family — Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie — in the fictional town of Springfield. The show cleverly satirizes American culture, society, and television itself, blending humor, heart, and wit in a way that appeals to audiences of all ages. Known for its colorful cast of characters, memorable catchphrases, and sharp social...

New Zealand Cakes & Biscuits are a delightful reflection of the country's rich baking traditions and love for sweet treats. From the iconic Pavlova—a crisp-on-the-outside, marshmallowy-on-the-inside meringue cake topped with fresh fruit—to comforting classics like Lamingtons (sponge cake squares dipped in chocolate and rolled in coconut), each dessert tells a story of homegrown flavor and nostalgia.The biscuit tin is just as legend...

The Jackson family is one of the most famous and influential families in the world, particularly known for their contributions to music and entertainment. The family rose to prominence with the Jackson 5, a Motown group formed in the late 1960s, which included brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael Jackson. Michael, the youngest and most iconic member, went on to become the "King of Pop," revolutionizing the music industry with albums like Thriller and Bad.The Jackson...

Casper is the lovable story of a kind-hearted ghost who just wants a friend. Unlike the typical spooky specter, Casper is friendly, gentle, and more interested in making people smile than scaring them away. Living in a haunted mansion with his mischievous uncles — the Ghostly Trio — Casper dreams of connection and belonging in a world that fears the unknown.When a father and daughter move into the mansion, Casper finds a chance at friendship and something even more magical — accept...

Westlife is an Irish pop vocal group formed in 1998, known for their smooth harmonies, heartfelt ballads, and chart-topping success. Originally consisting of Shane Filan, Mark Feehily, Kian Egan, Nicky Byrne, and Brian McFadden (who left the group in 2004), Westlife rose to fame with their debut single "Swear It Again," which hit No. 1 in the UK.Throughout their career, Westlife has become one of the most successful boy bands of all time, celebrated for iconic songs like "Flying Wi...

In the heart of New York City, where creativity flows as freely as the Hudson River, a chance encounter changes everything. Brett, a passionate and soulful artist, steps into a charming art shop in SoHo, searching for a new set of brushes—but finds something far more powerful. Behind the counter stands Toni, whose quiet beauty and love for art mirror his own spirit.The moment their eyes meet, time seems to pause. It's instant, magnetic, and undeniable. From the vibrant streets of M...