Alan Peters bol britský dizajnér a výrobca nábytku. Jeho práca sa vyznačovala predovšetkým remeselným spracovaním a inováciami v dizajne. Venoval sa tiež pedagogickej činnosti a inšpiroval tak celú generáciu dizajnérov.
An illustrated reference guide to furniture making, including material characteristics and properties, necessary equipment, techniques, and tips on component construction, veneering, marquetry and inlaying.
The story follows Alex, a graduate chemist and educator, as he navigates relationships with Chinese women, only to discover a sinister twist. Each woman he encounters is a carrier of a deadly strain of syphilis that targets Caucasian men, leading to a rapid and fatal outcome. As Alex becomes entangled with these women, he learns that if the disease cannot be transmitted quickly, there are lethal consequences for the men. The narrative explores themes of desire, danger, and the unexpected perils of romantic pursuits.