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John Harvey

    John Harvey is a celebrated British author, primarily recognized for his jazz-infused crime fiction featuring the detective Charlie Resnick, set against the backdrop of Nottingham. His narrative style is distinguished by its rich character development and evocative atmosphere. Beyond his acclaimed novels, Harvey has a prolific output, including over ninety books under various pseudonyms, and has contributed to television and radio scripts. The inaugural Resnick novel was lauded as one of the century's greatest crime stories, solidifying his significant contribution to the genre.

    Wasted Years
    Living Proof
    Pax
    Contending Perspectives in Economics
    Wasted years. Living proof
    Last Rites
    • Last Rites

      • 368 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Lorraine Preston's brother, Michael, was sent down for life for the murder of their father - and now he's being allowed out for their mother's funeral. A hardened criminal, Michael Preston is the last person Resnick wants back on his patch, even if it's only for a matter of hours.

      Last Rites
    • Contending Perspectives in Economics

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      'This wise and lucid guide to pluralism in economics embodies the values of its cause. Generous, open-minded, fair, accurate and accessible: John Harvey's new book is a fine achievement that every economics major should read.' - James K. Galbraith, The University of Texas at Austin, US John Harvey's accessible book provides a non-technical yet rigorous introduction to various schools of thought in economics. Premised on the idea that economic thinking has been stunted by the almost complete rejection of anything outside the mainstream, the author hopes that this volume will open readers' minds and lead them in new and productive directions. In his exploration of Neoclassical, Marxist, Austrian, Post Keynesian, Institutionalist, New Institutionalist and Feminist schools of thought, unique features of each approach are highlighted, complemented by discussions of methodology, world views, popular themes, and current activities. Accurate and impartial, every chapter covering a heterodox school of thought has been vetted by an acknowledged expert in that field. Though written for use in undergraduate courses, this guide will no doubt offer a great deal to any scholar wishing to gain a fresh perspective and greater understanding of the variety and breadth of current economic thinking.

      Contending Perspectives in Economics
    • When Stephen Bloodsmith creates a series of images inspired by Rubens' trip to 1629 London, he is finds in a world of suspicion and intrigue. When he practises deception in his own marriage, falling in love with his model, the parallels between Bloodsmith's and Rubens' lives become hard to live with and impossible to ignore.

      Pax
    • When a man is found in the middle of Alfreton Road in the early hours one Sunday morning, stark naked and bleeding heavily from a chest wound, he is the latest in a series of viscous attacks on men.

      Living Proof
    • A series of brutal robberies takes Detective Inspector Charlie Resnick back ten years.

      Wasted Years
    • Blue Spell

      • 324 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Exploring the concept of magic as a metaphor for human potential, the narrative delves into how individuals harness their abilities to create extraordinary outcomes in their lives. It challenges the notion of magic as purely fantastical, suggesting that true power lies in belief and effort. Through engaging characters and thought-provoking scenarios, the story invites readers to reconsider the boundaries of possibility and the impact of creativity and determination.

      Blue Spell
    • Still Water

      • 368 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      The battered body of a young woman is found floating in the still water of an inner-city canal. Police suspect a serial killer, which makes it a case for the newly formed Serious Crime Squad. Arguing that her friend was the victim of domestic abuse, not the target of some anonymous killer, Hannah persuades Charlie to take on the case.

      Still Water
    • The Story of Black

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      This text provides an exploration of black, following our ambiguous relationship with this most 'accursed' of colours throughout cultures worldwide. The book asks whether black is in fact a colour at all, and also describes the use and meaning of black in art, literature, issues of race, advertising, and popular culture.

      The Story of Black