Alan Clarke Books

Focusing on contemporary management principles, this book examines the latest developments in global hospitality operations. It critically analyzes traditional management practices and theories, assessing their relevance in the multicultural contexts of the hospitality and tourism industries. Readers gain insights into the cultural factors that shape strategies and performance within hospitality organizations, enhancing their understanding of effective management in a diverse environment.

Previously published as "The Diary of a Magus", this book tells of Coelho's initiation into a spiritual path, leading to inner development and wisdom. He shares exercises in self-control and self-discovery, which he was taught on his pilgrimage along the ancient road to Santiago.

Jennifer Witt was abused by her husband, so who could blame her if she struck back? But when her husband is shot dead, she refuses to admit she killed him. Her lawyer believes her, especially since her adored son was also killed, but soon he begins to wonder if his judgement has let him down.

A Magical Tale About Forgiving Our Past and Believing in Our Future The enchanting, true story of The Valkyries begins in Rio de Janeiro when author Paulo Coelho gives his mysterious master J., the only manuscript for his book The Alchemist. Haunted by a devastating curse, Coelho confesses to J., "I′ve seen my dreams fall apart just when I seemed about to achieve them." In response, J. gives Coelho a daunting task: He must find and speak with his guardian angel. "The curse can be broken," he replies, "if you complete the task." Rising to the challenge, Paulo and his wife, Cristina, drop everything, pack their bags, and take off on a forty day adventure into the starkly beautiful and sometimes dangerous Mojave Desert where they encounter more than they bargained for. A masterful blend of the exotic locales, dramatic adventure, and magical storytelling, for which Coelho′s fictional works are renowned, this true-life account is at once a modern-day adventure and a metaphysical odyssey.

Jack Baker, a self-employed painter and decorator in his late twenties, navigates life with a background marked by abandonment and resilience. Raised by foster parents after being left by his mother at birth, he balances his artistic pursuits with occasional plumbing work. The story delves into his struggles and growth as he seeks to understand his identity and forge meaningful connections.