John Mortimer was a celebrated British author whose works often delved into the moral ambiguities and social injustices he encountered as a practicing barrister. His writing is distinguished by its keen observation of human nature and its sharp wit. Mortimer masterfully weaves intricate narratives with profound insights into the human psyche and societal structures, earning him recognition as a significant literary voice of his era.
This collection features eight short plays that explore a variety of themes and situations. Each play delves into unique narratives, ranging from interpersonal conflicts to societal issues. The characters navigate complex emotions and dilemmas, providing a thought-provoking experience. The diverse styles and formats of the plays invite audiences to reflect on human relationships and moral questions, making this anthology a compelling read for theater enthusiasts and those interested in contemporary drama.
In this long-awaited memoir, dancer and choreographer John Clifford offers a
highly personal look inside the day-to-day operations of the New York City
Ballet and its creative mastermind, George Balanchine. Balanchine's Apprentice
is the story of Clifford and the guiding inspiration for his life's work in
dance.
Eccentric and hillarious, Georges Feydeau’s much loved comedy mixes madness, mayhem, fun and frivolity. When the beautiful wife of Victor Chandebise suspects of having an affair, she enlists the help of her dearest friend to entrap him. Their plan to entice him to a rendezvous at the Hotel Coq D'or spectacularly misfires and chaos ensues. Set in the decadent surroundings of Belle Époque Paris, Feydeau's quintessential farce promises to be an exhilerating even of mistaken identities and comic disaster.
Set against the backdrop of modern legal challenges, Horace Rumpole champions traditional legal processes over contemporary measures like ASBOs. He questions the motivations behind the community's intense pursuit of the Timson boy, hinting at deeper issues at play. Rumpole's old-fashioned values clash with new societal norms, highlighting his commitment to justice and due process. This exploration of community dynamics and legal ethics reveals the complexities of justice in a changing world.
Svazek obsahuje zkrácené verze čtyř úspěšných románů různých žánrů od světových autorů, doplněné stručnými informacemi o jejich tvůrcích.
První příběh sleduje Jasona Steadmana, prodejce elektroniky, který se ocitá na pokraji vyhazovu. Náhodné setkání s bývalým členem speciálních jednotek mu přinese nečekané výhody a kariérní vzestup, avšak jeho úspěch může mít temné pozadí.
Druhá novela se odehrává v Neapoli roku 1944, kde mladý britský kapitán James Gould bojuje proti korupci a černému trhu. Jeho život se změní, když se do jeho týmu přidá okouzlující kuchařka Livie Pertiniová, což ho postaví před volbu mezi láskou a povinností v neklidné době.
Třetí příběh se vrací do doby pádu Berlínské zdi v roce 1989 a sleduje Rudiho Rosenharte, bývalého agenta východoněmecké tajné policie, který se musí vrátit ke špionáži kvůli rodinným zájmům, přičemž si uvědomuje, jak rychle se situace mění.
Poslední příběh se zaměřuje na Lucy Purefoyovou, dceru biskupa, která se rozhodne pomáhat propuštěným trestancům. Její úmysly se však zkomplikují, když se zamiluje do svého prvního klienta Terryho Keegana a snaží se pochopit jeho motivace k trestné činnosti.
Justice isn't blind - it's just a little short sighted and weak around the
knees. Rumpole is asked to defend a Pakistani doctor who has been imprisoned
without charge or trial on suspicion of aiding Al Qaeda. Meanwhile, on the
home front, She Who Must Be Obeyed is threatening to share her intimate view
of her husband in a tell-all memoir.
Horace Rumpole often speaks of the great murder trial which revealed his talents as an advocate and made his reputation down at the Bailey when he was still a young man. Here for the first time, the sensational story of the Penge bungalow murders case is told in full.
