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Chris Terry

    Chris L. Terry píše o ironických kontrasteroch života s nečakaným humorom a hlbokou inteligenciou. Jeho diela skúmajú zložitosť identity a spoločenské konvencie prostredníctvom pútavých príbehov. Terryho štýl je ostrý a zároveň láskavý, pričom jeho postavy sa potýkajú s bežnými životnými problémami s jedinečnou vervou. Jeho próza ponúka provokatívne a zábavné čítanie, ktoré núti k zamysleniu.

    Black Punk Now
    Acting Successful
    Black Card
    Cook with Jamie
    Rozbehni sa!
    Dvaja talianski gurmáni ochutnávajú Taliansko
    • Po mimoriadnom úspechu kuchárskej knihy Dvaja talianski gurmáni sa Antonio Carluccio a Gennaro Contaldo vydali na cestu po Taliansku. Všímali si odlišnosti jednotlivých regiónov a ich vplyv na každodenný život obyvateľov vrátane stravovania. Dvaja svetoznámi šéfkuchári precestovali svoje rodisko od zasnežených vrcholkov hôr až po úrodné nížiny. Skúmali rozmanité kulinárske štýly ovplyvnené prírodnými podmienkami a charakterizované dávnymi tradíciami, ktoré sú dodnes súčasťou modernej talianskej kuchyne. Kniha Dvaja talianski gurmáni ochutnávajú Taliansko ponúka vyše 80 chutných receptov a úchvatných fotografií ako prehliadku vedomostí, ale aj oddanosti týchto dvoch mužov rodnej krajine, jej ľuďom a produktom. Je priam nevyhnutnou príručkou pre každého, koho zaujíma táto fascinujúca krajina a jej gastronómia.

      Dvaja talianski gurmáni ochutnávajú Taliansko
    • Beh je najobľúbenejšia forma cvičenia na svete a počet ľudí, ktorí sa zúčastňujú na bežeckých podujatiach, každým rokom stúpa. Kniha Začnite behať od renomovaného britského trénera Matta Robertsa obsahuje základné informácie o – správnej technike behu, – stanovení si cieľov, – udržaní motivácie a – chuti do tréningového procesu. Začínajúcim bežcom poskytne inšpiráciu, poradí, ako sa vyrovnať s únavou a zraneniami, skúsenejším, ako si zlepšiť výkonnosť. Približuje všetky typy bežeckých podujatí, obsahuje tipy na zdravú výživu, ako aj rady pri nákupe bežeckých topánok, odevov či najnovších výdobytkov techniky.

      Rozbehni sa!
    • Cook with Jamie

      • 448 stránok
      • 16 hodin čítania
      4,1(13015)Ohodnotiť

      My guide to making you a better cook. I can't tell you how long I've dreamed about writing this book. It's the biggest book I've ever done, and I've really tried to make it a timeless, modern-day classic. Whether you're a student, a young couple, an established cook, or a novice, I'll take you through a whole load of simple and accessible recipes that will blow the socks off your family and any guests you might have round for dinner. There's information on the equipment that I think you should have in your kitchen, advice on how to recognize and cook loads of different cuts of meat, as well as on how to get the best value and quality when you're out shopping. With all of us consuming more processed food than ever, it's a sad fact that most people just aren't confident enough to cook anymore. With this in mind, now is the time for you to get stuck in and reclaim your fantastic cooking heritage! You know what . . . if you're going to eat three times a day for the rest of your life, you might as well learn to cook properly and enjoy it! So roll up your sleeves and let me help you. P.S.: By the way, you should feel good about buying this book because every single penny I make from it will go toward training and inspiring young kids from tough backgrounds all over the world to have a career in food through the Fifteen Foundation. So on behalf of them, thank you.

      Cook with Jamie
    • Black Card

      • 272 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania
      3,5(10)Ohodnotiť

      In this NPR Best Book of the Year, a mixed–race punk rock musician must face the real dangers of being Black in America in this “wise meditation on race, authenticity, and belonging” (Nylon). Chris L. Terry’s Black Card is an uncompromising examination of American identity. In an effort to be “Black enough,” a mixed–race punk rock musician indulges his own stereotypical views of African American life by doing what his white bandmates call “Black stuff.” After remaining silent during a racist incident, the unnamed narrator has his Black Card revoked by Lucius, his guide through Richmond, Virginia, where Confederate flags and memorials are a part of everyday life. Determined to win back his Black Card, the narrator sings rap songs at an all–white country music karaoke night, absorbs black pop culture, and attempts to date his Black coworker Mona, who is attacked one night. The narrator becomes the prime suspect, earning the attention of John Donahue, a local police officer with a grudge dating back to high school. Forced to face his past, his relationships with his black father and white mother, and the real consequences and dangers of being Black in America, the narrator must choose who he is before the world decides for him.

      Black Card
    • Acting Successful

      All the World is a stage....and you're on it!

      • 88 stránok
      • 4 hodiny čítania

      Exploring the nuances of self-perception and external perception, this book delves into the ways individuals can understand how they are viewed by others. It encourages readers to reflect on their behaviors, communication styles, and social interactions to gain insights into their impact on the world around them. Through thought-provoking questions and practical guidance, the author aims to enhance self-awareness and improve interpersonal relationships.

      Acting Successful
    • A canonizing, bold, and urgent anthology setting a new precedent for Black Punk Lit, created by generations of Black punks—featuring both new voices and those from the not-so-recent past Black Punk Now is an anthology of contemporary nonfiction, fiction, illustrations, and comics that collectively describe punk today and give punks—especially the Black ones—a wider frame of reference. It shows all of the strains, styles, and identities of Black punk that are thriving, and gives newcomers to the scene more chances to see themselves. Curated from the perspective of Black writers with connections to the world of punk, the collection mixes media as well as generations, creating a new reference point for music-lovers, readers, and historians by capturing the present and looking towards the future. With strong visual elements integrated throughout, this smart, intimate collection is demonstrative of punk by being punk itself: underground, rebellious, aesthetic but not static—working to decenter whiteness by prioritizing other perspectives. Edited by graphic novelist and filmmaker James Spooner, and author Chris L. Terry, contributors to the collection include critic Hanif Abdurraqib and Mars Dixon, conversations with Brontez Purnell, and a roundtable of all femme festival organizers.

      Black Punk Now
    • This memoir reflects on the experiences of a Leavis pupil during the final years of Dr. Leavis at Downing College, using letters from Dr. Leavis and Q. D. Leavis as focal points. It recounts the tumultuous atmosphere of that time, exploring the reasons behind the damage done and the nature of a specific incident while seeking healing. The narrative addresses the issue of "pastoral care" for students and the complexities of learning in the shadow of a national icon. It highlights the personal connection to Dr. Leavis, acknowledging both its privileges and emotional challenges, while reaffirming the importance of his creative achievements in celebrating life-sustaining values amidst modernity’s flux post-1918. The text also laments the divisive debates within Downing School from 1963 onward, which undermined the values intended to be established. It suggests that a cult-like reverence for "the great man" led to zealotry and revisionism, creating distance and dependence that ultimately harmed the cause and individuals involved. The account speculates on the crisis affecting Dr. Leavis, documenting his personal immersion and emergence. It examines the generational conflicts within Cambridge and the administrative challenges of transitioning from a controversial figure. Additionally, it fondly remembers Morris Shapira, the Director of Studies since 1963, whose unique and selfless teaching left a lasting impact during his tenure.

      Recollections of Dr. F. R. Leavis and Morris Shapira