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Helen Smith

    Helen Smith je autorkou, ktorá obohacuje svet literatúry svojim osobitým štýlom a hlbokým vhľadom do ľudskej psychiky. Jej diela sa vyznačujú originálnym humorom a prenikavým pozorovaním sveta okolo nás, čo jej prinieslo uznanie kritikov aj čitateľov. Smithová bravúrne kombinuje napätie s inšpekciou, čím vytvára nezabudnuteľné čitateľské zážitky. Jej schopnosť zachytiť zložitosť ľudských vzťahov a dilem ju radí medzi výnimočné hlasy súčasnej literatúry.

    "Not So Quiet". Stepdaughters of War
    On the Margins
    The Ultimate History of Porsche
    Honzův míč
    Nové příběhy plyšových medvídků
    Dobrodružství plyšových medvídků
    • 2024

      A collection of eye-catching 3D effect crochet patterns for different sized blankets and throws, that all have an optical illusion effect. These cleverly designed geometric blankets look impressive but are actually simple to make because the designer only uses one technique, intarsia crochet, and simple stitches.

      Crochet Illusion Blankets
    • 2024

      Have a blast exploring the farm with Mr. Bojangles, an adorable cat who sings his own silly version of that famous E-I-E-I-O song as he visits his animal friends. Mr. Bojangles will show you around the farm and introduce you to all of his favorite animals. As he walks, he sings. Mr. Bojangles had a farm E-I-E-I-O… Mr. Bojangles is based on one of the seven beloved barn cats who live at the Gibbs Smith office and inspired the name of the 7 Cats Press imprint.

      Morning at the Farm with Mr. Bojangles
    • 2021

      Cladh Hallan

      Roundhouses and the dead in the Hebridean Bronze Age and Iron Age, Part I: stratigraphy, spatial organisation and chronology

      • 568 stránok
      • 20 hodin čítania

      The first of two volumes presenting the evidence from excavations at the site of Cladh Hallan on South Uist in the Western Isles of Scotland.

      Cladh Hallan
    • 2018

      Stage Fright: A British Mystery

      • 334 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania

      When amateur sleuth Emily Castles joins a community theatre project in Edinburgh, she begins to suspect that she has been recruited by a cult. When a fellow performer goes missing, she must risk her life to investigate…PRAISE FOR THE EMILY CASTLES MYSTERY SERIESHelen Smith manages to pack in surprises and plot twists, creating a story that is fully engaging from start to finish. As a wallflower turned super-sleuth, Emily Castles is a wonderful protagonist and I'm eager to read more of her adventures. —Her Book SelfI love Helen Smith's writing. Her brand of mystery, shot through with clever observational humour and the sharpest of wit, is something that's been missing from the genre for far too long.—Alex Marwood, Edgar award winning author of The Wicked GirlsHelen Smith has created a great little cozy series with the charming Emily Castles.—Criminal ElementEmily Castles is one character you cannot help but fall in love with!—Julie's Book ReviewsHelen Smith has created a great little cozy series with the charming Emily Castles.—Criminal ElementVery funny indeed... There seems to be a winning line on every page.—The BookbagDelightful—Shots Magazine

      Stage Fright: A British Mystery
    • 2017

      The collection features enchanting short stories designed for young children, including tales about dogs, fairies, and magical beings. One story even introduces a slightly spooky moral lesson, providing a mix of whimsical and thought-provoking narratives that engage young imaginations.

      A Day With Oaky And Other Stories For Small Children
    • 2017

      "During the course of a career spanning half a century, Edward Garnett--editor, critic, and reader for hire--would become one of the most influential men in twentieth-century English literature. Known for his incisive criticism and unwavering conviction in matters of taste, Garnett was responsible for identifying and nurturing the talents of a generation of the greatest writers in the English language, from Joseph Conrad to John Galsworthy, Henry Green to Edward Thomas, T.E. Lawrence to D.H. Lawrence. In An Uncommon Reader, Helen Smith brings to life Garnett's intimate and at times stormy relationships with those writers and asks us to consider the multifaceted meaning of literary genius"--Page 4 of cover

      An Uncommon Reader: A Life of Edward Garnett, Mentor and Editor of Literary Genius
    • 2017

      Wo Fluten drohten, haben Männer Deiche gebaut und unwirtliches Gelände begehbar gemacht. Sie entwässerten Moore, erschlossen Wüsten, gruben Tunnel und konstruierten Brücken. Männer errichteten Häuser und Kathedralen und ließen das prometheische Feuer lodern. Doch wie bei Prometheus folgt auf ihre maskuline Weltverbesserung die Rache. Männlichkeit wird heute als toxisch bezeichnet, nicht weil Männer in Kellern mit gefährlichen Chemikalien experimentieren, sondern weil sie als Wurzel allen Übels gelten: Urheber von Unterdrückung, Gewalt und Klimawandel. Die von ihnen geschaffenen Algorithmen machen sie überflüssig, und in einer digitalen Welt leben sie als Relikte, auf deren Schultern Vorwürfe lasten. Helen Smith zeigt, wie aus dem feministischen Dauerlamento der letzten Jahrzehnte ein unglückliches Gemenge aus männerkritischem Klima und gesetzgeberischem Gleichstellungsfuror entstand. Männer ziehen daraufhin in den Streik, eine logische Reaktion auf die Herausforderungen des 21. Jahrhunderts. Sie gehen eigene Wege, ohne Frau und Kind, und zeigen sich im Ausbruch aus dem leidigen Gefüge als echte Männer. Diesen Weg beschreibt Helen Smith in einem erfahrungssatten Buch, das in den USA begeistert aufgenommen wurde.

      Männerstreik
    • 2015

      Focusing on the experiences of men desiring other men outside of London, this book provides a fresh perspective on the history of sexuality in industrial England from 1895 to 1957. It delves into the intersections of masculinity, working-class culture, and regional identity, revealing how these factors influenced same-sex desire and relationships during this era. The work highlights the complexities of male identity and the socio-economic contexts that shaped personal experiences and societal norms.

      Masculinity, Class and Same-Sex Desire in Industrial England, 1895-1957
    • 2014

      The London Stories

      • 230 stránok
      • 9 hodin čítania
      3,4(34)Ohodnotiť

      The story follows twenty-six-year-old amateur sleuth Emily Castles as she navigates a series of intriguing mysteries. Her adventures begin at a bonfire night party with a troupe of performers, leading her to her first murder investigation. She later tackles blackmail and murder at a London stage school and faces a time-sensitive challenge to save Christmas for a child in a department store. This cozy series, praised for its charm, showcases Emily's resourcefulness and determination in solving each captivating case.

      The London Stories