Nick Gerrard delves into the impact of subcultures and personal growth in his works, with his prose often drawing from punk aesthetics and lived experiences. His writing is characterized by raw realism and a sharp eye for social commentary. The author explores diverse genres, from short stories and poetry to essays and literary criticism. His literary output reflects a wide range of life experiences and activist perspectives.
Featuring a series of short stories, this collection delves into the personal struggles faced by underdog protagonists. Each narrative offers a unique perspective on resilience and perseverance, highlighting the emotional and societal challenges these characters encounter. Through their journeys, themes of hope, determination, and the quest for identity emerge, inviting readers to empathize with their experiences and triumphs.
Set against the backdrop of the troubled seventies, the story follows four friends navigating their fractured lives in a struggling town. The arrival of Punk music serves as a transformative force, inspiring them to pursue their dreams and resist the surrounding crime and societal decay. Through the ethos of Punk, they find hope and resilience, striving to escape the confines of their circumstances and forge a path toward freedom and self-expression.
This collection features diverse short forms such as autofiction, flash, short stories, and memoirs, all designed to capture the author's past experiences and the people encountered throughout his journey. Each piece offers a unique glimpse into personal narratives, leaving lasting impressions of memory and reflection.
When Christmas comes for the four March girls, there is no money for expensive presents & they give away their Christmas breakfast to a poor family. But there are no happier girls than Meg, Jo, Beth & Amy. They miss their father, who is away at the Civil War, but they try hard to be good so that he will be proud of his 'little women'.
Výběr nejoblíbenějších anglických lidových pohádek sesbíraných Josephem Jacobsen. Kniha čtenáři nabízí anglicko-český zrcadlový text. Angličtina na jazykové úrovni B1-B2.
Soubor nových i tradičních hádanek původem z anglicky mluvících zemí. Zrcadlový anglicko-český text. Jazyková úroveň A2-B1.
Tom has nothing but pranks and mischief on his mind. But luckily his good friend Huck loves adventure as much as he does. When the boys witness a murder in a graveyard, their courage is put to the test! Tom nemyslí celý den na nic jiného, než na vtípky a lumpárny. Naštěstí má ale dobrého kamaráda Hucka, který miluje dobrodružství stejně jako on. Když se však chlapci stanou svědky vraždy na hřbitově, je jejich odvaha vystavena zkoušce!
Tom has nothing but pranks and mischief on his mind. But luckily his good friend Huck loves adventure as much as he does. When the boys witness a murder in a graveyard, their courage is put to the test! Tom nemyslí celý den na nic jiného, než na vtípky a lumpárny. Naštěstí má ale dobrého kamaráda Hucka, který miluje dobrodružství stejně jako on. Když se však chlapci stanou svědky vraždy na hřbitově, je jejich odvaha vystavena zkoušce!
Slavný pohádkový příběh o putování malé Dorotky a jejich neobvyklých přátel za všemocným čarodějem Ozem do Smaragdového města, příběh, v němž jsou slovy autora zachovány zázraky a radost a vynechány bolesti a noční můry. Dvojjazyčné vydání s gramatickým a lexikálním komentářem pod čarou. Pro mírně pokročilé.
