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Ian Jones

    Ian Jones was a respected Australian director and writer, recognized for his literary works focusing on the notorious bushranger Ned Kelly. His directorial efforts with Crawford Productions delved into Australia's colonial past, offering compelling narratives about pivotal moments and figures in Australian history. Jones's approach provides a unique perspective on the formation of Australian identity, making his work a significant exploration of the nation's heritage.

    The Handsome Man
    Dying For LA
    Tails of the Village: Volume 3
    Malice Aforethought : The History of Booby Traps from World War One to Vietnam
    Research Methods for Sports Studies
    Ned Kelly
    • 2023

      The Handsome Man

      • 554 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      The story follows a New York hitman who travels to London for a seemingly straightforward assignment. However, things quickly spiral out of control, leading him to wake up in a hospital. As danger closes in, he finds himself fleeing into the remote areas of Essex. The narrative explores his desperate struggle to evade capture and survive against the odds.

      The Handsome Man
    • 2022

      Tails of the Village: Volume 3

      • 368 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of the fictional 'Imperial Albion Navy', the story follows an officer on sick leave who finds himself entangled in local criminal activities. The plot unfolds with the suspicious death of a shopkeeper, escalating to a blackmail case that impacts his community. As he investigates, the officer delves deeper into the criminal underbelly, revealing connections to gangland activities near the naval base, blending personal stakes with broader societal issues.

      Tails of the Village: Volume 3
    • 2021

      Dying For LA

      • 356 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of Downtown LA, John Smith unexpectedly becomes embroiled in a high-stakes investigation involving the LAPD, CIA, and FBI. As he navigates the complexities of the case, he must track down a mysterious group linked to a rising tide of murders, all while unraveling the truth behind his unwelcome involvement in this dangerous situation.

      Dying For LA
    • 2015

      This is a practical textbook that provides a complete grounding in both qualitative and quantitative research methods for the sports studies student. Leading the reader step-by-step through the entire research process, from identifying a research question and collecting and analyzing data to writing the research report, it is illustrated throughout with sport-related case studies and examples from around the world.

      Research Methods for Sports Studies
    • 2004

      "Fully illustrated with diagrams and photographs, Malice Aforethought traces the design, deployment and effectiveness of these deadly devises from WWI to the Vietnam War. This unique study is a tribute to the brave men who risked their lives daily in the dimly lit dugouts on the Western Front, on the beaches of Normandy, or in the dark and dangerous tunnels of Chu Chi."--BOOK JACKET

      Malice Aforethought : The History of Booby Traps from World War One to Vietnam
    • 2003

      A new edition of the definitive biography of Ned Kelly. In Jone's biography, Kelly emerges as a man - a man who hated conflict but never escaped it. A private man incapable of being ordinary and unnoticed. Seen, even in his own lifetime, as what he represented rather than what he was.

      Ned Kelly