'Is there time for a winner?' is the remarkable inside story of Sheffield Wednesday's 2022/23 season. From club-record runs to 'that' 90+8 goal, this book charts 17 days in May unlike anything ever seen before; one of the most remarkable comeback stories in sport, punctuated by breathless late goals, never-say-die spirit and jubilation untold.
Sheffield Wednesday's Class of 1991 were one of the most iconic sides in the club's rich history. For the very first time, '91 tells the inside story of that incredible season from those that were there; from changing ground crisis talks to terrific goals, laughs, tears and beers on the open-top bus.
The narrative explores the relationship between generations, focusing on a grandfather's influence and the stories that shape family identity. As the protagonist reflects on their grandfather's life, themes of memory, legacy, and the passage of time emerge, revealing how personal histories intertwine with broader cultural experiences. Through vivid storytelling, the book delves into the lessons learned from the past and the impact of familial bonds on personal growth.
An extraordinarily vivid novel about a marriage and a husband's insatiable need to create.
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A selection of short pieces - both fiction and non-fiction - from one of Australia's greatest literary treasures.From one of Australia's greatest novelists comes this fine collection, a storyteller's journey. These short stories and essays, written over the last forty years, comprise an insightful and intelligent meditation on the life of the novelist and the culture of contemporary Australia. Personal and intimate as many of these pieces are, this collection forms a kind of assured autobiography, of the sort that only Alex Miller could write.Alex Miller's stories are told with a rare level of wisdom and profundity, engaging the intellect and the emotions simultaneously. Stories are, after all, in his blood.
When his father dies Bobby Blue decides to leave the cattle station where they worked side by side and take a job in Mount Hay as the constable's offsider. Constable Collins and his family are new to the western country and, struggling to understand its inhabitants, invite Bobby to stay in a hut on their property where he is educated alongside their daughters. But there's a simmering tension, building quietly and strongly, beneath the overt goodwill. Then tragedy strikes.
Once you're familiar with Clojure, take the next step with extended lessons on the best practices and most critical decisions you'll need to make while developing. Learn how to model your domain with data, transform it with pure functions, manage state, spread your work across cores, and structure apps with components.
Welcome to the Sunshine State a white sand paradise that plays host to millions of vacation goers every year. But beaches and sunshine arent the only things guests come looking for. In less than 50 years, Floridas blossoming travel industry has earned recognition as the theme park resort center of the world. Captured with 280 exciting color photos, discover 20 of the states unique venues and the attractions that make them famous. From wild African safaris to Hollywood-inspired movie-magic, Florida theme parks offer some of the worlds most diverse entertainment experiences. Whether youre planning your familys dream vacation, or just looking for your next big adventure, this guide offers a window into the states largest and most exciting industry!
'Alex Miller is a wonderful writer, one that Australia has been keeping secret from the rest of us for too long.' John BanvilleA brilliantly alive, insistently energetic story of love, loyalty and creativity, from the pen of one of Australia's foremost writers, two-time Miles Franklin Literary Award winner Alex Miller.