Vi siete mai interrogati sulla struttura della corteccia cerebrale o su come fa il sistema nervoso a trasmettere messaggi dai sensi al cervello? E che differenze ci sono tra gli scheletri di un adulto e di un bambino? Come (e perché) il corpo produce saliva? L'"Atlante del corpo umano" contiene le risposte a queste e a molte altre domande. E' una guida completa ed affascinante all'anatomia umana, per comprendere la complicata struttura del corpo, rispondendo a qualsiasi dubbio sull'argomento. Il tutto in un unico volume.
Peter Abrahams draws on a wealth of experience and the uniquely authoritative
perspective that comes from having lived for almost the entire twentieth
century and across three continents, to reflect on the black experience in the
last century. The Coyaba Chronicles is both a personal memoir and a powerful
meditation on the problem of the colour line. schovat popis
A woman's life spirals into chaos when fresh evidence emerges, exonerating a man she convicted with her testimony years earlier. This gripping thriller delves into themes of justice, guilt, and the consequences of one's actions, showcasing the author's reputation for crafting intricate plots that keep readers on the edge of their seats. As the protagonist confronts her past, the story explores the moral complexities of truth and redemption.
Introduced by Petina Gappah, a lost classic by a radical black South African author: as exiled African activists in post-war London plot to revolutionise their native countries, idealism and tragedy collide when they return home as political leaders ... Those men who are history now; did they feel like this? A 1950s Hampstead pub; a freezing night. Lois can't tear her eyes away from the haunted, restless African man in the corner. Over brandy and stew, she discovers he is in awe of her friend, Panafrica's greatest political writer and fighter. Their meeting inducts this stranger, Udomo, into London's revolutionary community of exiled African activists: the start of a life-changing journey. Amidst the internal politics and love affairs, Udomo is inspired by other leaders' independence uprisings; but when he returns to his native land to overthrow the colonial oppressors, his idealism is put to the ultimate test ... Inspired by Peter Abrahams' befriending of future African heads of state in mid-century London, A Wreath for Udomo (1956) is a radical lost classic, unforgettably exploring the nature of freedom, power, leadership and love. 'The forerunner of an entire school of African literary art.' Sunday Times
In Echo Falls, secrets abound as Ingrid uncovers troubling truths about her father's job, her moody brother, a suspicious soccer coach, and strange happenings during rehearsals for The Wizard of Oz. Inspired by Sherlock Holmes, she investigates, but her quest for the truth may put her life at risk.
Against the backdrop of an East Coast winter, menace and suspense build towards a chilling conclusion, as the lives of four people, linked by an illict love, are manipulated wth intricate and terminal precision.
Set in Echo Falls, the story unfolds as hidden secrets from the past resurface, impacting the lives of its residents. The narrative weaves together mystery and intrigue, exploring how these revelations challenge relationships and alter the course of lives. As characters confront their histories, themes of trust, betrayal, and the quest for truth emerge, creating a gripping tale that keeps readers engaged until the last page.
Ingrid Levin-Hill finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation and becomes an unwilling detective after she leaves her soccer boots in the wrong place.
