Dr André Marais is on a one-year research fellowship in New Zealand with his familywhen they are deeply troubled by news of developments in their home country, South Africa. The political violence has escalated to the point where civilians are being killed and maimed in bomb attacks and schools are under threat of attack by gunmen. Anation-wide state of emergency is declared in June 1986 to stem the violence, but the death toll continues to mount. The family agonise on a de...

In this reality-bending alien adventure, a boy discovers his parents’ disappearance is tied to a glowing, reality-warping alien presence hidden in the village’s abandoned mines – perfect for fans of Stranger Things and high-stakes sci-fi novels.When Martin Ryan sees a video of his father flying unaided through the air, he realises everything he believed about his life has been a lie. Now his parents have disappeared and Martin discovers something weird brewing in t...

John Hearne was one of the first wave of West Indian writers to achieve international recognition in the 1950s and the first Jamaican author published by Faber and Faber. He was a contemporary of V.S. Naipaul, George Lamming, Roger Mais, Andrew Salkey and Samuel Selvon. Though Hearne’s novels are viewed as foundational Caribbean literature, they did not have the same traction as those of his contemporaries and his work is largely out of print. This collection brings together Hearne’s short...

A female marine's "absorbing memoir" recounting her work with the remains and personal effects of fallen soldiers and her battle with PTSD ( Publishers Weekly).In 2008, CBS chief foreign correspondent Lara Logan candidly speculated about the human side of the war in Iraq: "Tell me the last time you saw the body of a dead American soldier. What does that look like? Who in America knows what that looks like? Because I know what that looks like, and I feel res...

Waterford Crystal is the first ever fully illustrated history of Ireland's most iconic cut-glass manufacturer, its name synonymous with high-end glassmaking throughout the world.Former Waterford glass cutter and local historian John Hearne explores how the art of glassmaking first arrived in Waterford at the turn of the sixteenth century. Hearne reveals how Waterford Crystal developed as a brand under the guidance of skilled artisans and shrewd business leaders with an eye...

An author’s talents may seem obvious and indisputable as they move words and ideas into gathered phrases and stories.But where do these ideas and stories come from? A lonely thought that suddenly gathers form? An inspiration from a Muse? A suggestion from an everyday event?Perhaps in the case of their darker, more malevolent stories, other forces are at work. They help to nourish single words into sentences and paragraphs that ease themselves from the shadows and are sudden...

Our understanding of the historical ecology of European forests has been transformed in the last twenty years. Bringing together key findings from across the continent, Europe's Changing Woods and Forests: From Wildwood to Managed Landscapes provides a comprehensive account of recent research and the relevance of historical studies to our current conservation and management of forests. Combining theory with a series of regional case studies, this book shows how different aspects of forestr...

In "Pre-Raphaelite and Other Poets," Lafcadio Hearn delves into the vibrant world of 19th-century poetry, exploring the lives and works of key figures associated with the Pre-Raphaelite movement. Hearn's prose exhibits a rich, lyrical quality, reflecting the aestheticism and emotional depth characteristic of the Pre-Raphaelites. Through insightful analysis, he not only examines the thematic nuances of their poetry but also contextualizes it against the backdrop of Victorian society, unveil...

In "Books and Habits, from the Lectures of Lafcadio Hearn," the renowned author and literary critic shares his profound insights on the cultivation of reading and writing as intellectual pursuits. Through a series of engaging lectures, Hearn explores the transformative power of literature, emphasizing the relationship between books, habit formation, and personal growth. His lyrical prose and vivid imagery reflect a unique blend of Eastern and Western philosophical currents, stemming from h...

In "Pre-Raphaelite and Other Poets," Lafcadio Hearn collects and presents a meditative examination of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood alongside other influential Victorian poets. The text melds literary critique with lyrical prose, offering insights into the aesthetics and philosophies that underpin this pivotal movement. Hearn's style is marked by an evocative use of language that invites readers into the emotional depths and intricate visual worlds crafted by poets like Dante Gabriel Ross...

A definitive history of the US Navy's renowned special operations fighting force—"the most complete in-depth study of this fabled elite unit" ( Library Journal).The legend was forged in the fires of World War II, when special units of elite navy frogmen were entrusted with dangerous covert missions in the brutal global conflict. These Underwater Demolition Teams, as they were then called, soon became known for their toughness and fearlessness, and their rem...

A comprehensive history of Canada’s submarine service and the people who have served in it.Through a Canadian Periscope’s second edition celebrates the story of the Canadian submarine service on the occasion of its centenary in 2014.Created in 1914, at the beginning of World War I, Canada’s submarine force has overcome repeated attempts to sink it since then. Surprise, controversy, political expediency, and naval manipulation flow through its one hundred-ye...