Andrew Brown Books

Exploring the intersection of cultural identity and personal growth, this narrative reflects on the author's Lakota heritage and prairie upbringing, enriched by the influence of esteemed mentors and literary figures. It delves into childhood experiences that shaped a commitment to teaching and writing, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in understanding moral truths. The author challenges conventional views of death, suggesting it is a continuation rather than an end, and expresses gratitude to students and fellow word lovers who inspire the journey.

"Cape Town is experiencing a wave of skilfully executed cash-in-transit heists, and Captain Eberard Februarie is brought in to crack the case. There are few leads to go on, and the gang always seems to be a step ahead of the cops, raising suspicions of a leak from the inside. Andile Xaba lives a double life, leading a crew of heist men and hiding his activities from his girlfriend and mother. He knows the police are on his tail, and when a job goes wrong, fault lines start emerging in the gang. They cannot afford any more mistakes. In this explosive new crime thriller, Andrew Brown pits his haunted detective against the most elusive enemy he has yet faced. While dealing with his own demons, problems with his ex-wife and daughter, and a colonel with a history in the apartheid police force, Eberard moves ever closer to a dramatic showdown."--

Biography of British scientist who grew up in Poland, studied nuclear physics, left the Manhattan Project during World War II, promoted peace and social responsbility, created the influential Pugwash Conferences, and shared the 1995 Nobel Peace Prize

Desmond Bernal - or 'Sage', as he was known, was an extraordinary man by any account - a brilliant scientist, a fervent Marxist, and a colourful, bohemian figure. This biography includes previously unpublished material from his diaries, and sheds new light on his international influence during both WWII and the ensuing peace movement.

Focusing on the life and works of a renowned French author, this informative piece by Meryl Tyers delves into the remarkable and sometimes controversial existence of Gustave Flaubert, known for masterpieces like Madame Bovary. It provides insight into his literary creations, including the context of their writing and publication. Accompanied by his works Memoirs of a Madman and November, this book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in Flaubert and the intricacies of 19th-century France.

From the 1960s to the 1980s, Sweden was an affluent, egalitarian country envied around the world. Refugees were welcomed, even misfit young Englishmen could find a place there. Andrew Brown spent part of his childhood in Sweden during the 1960s. In the 1970s he married a Swedish woman and worked in a timber mill raising their small son. Fishing became his passion and his escape. In the mid-1980s his marriage and the country fell apart. The Prime Minister was assassinated. The welfare system crumbled along with the industries that had supported it. 20 years later Andrew Brown traveled the length of Sweden in search of the country he had loved, and then hated, and now found he loved again.

[Penguin Readers Level 2]Sindbad the Sailor went to sea seven times. Each time his voyage was filled with adventure and danger! He meets giant men, giant snakes and giant birds. How does he save himself? Set sail with Sindbad on these exciting voyages. ...

Exploring the evolution of psychology, the author presents a groundbreaking model that redefines our understanding of personality, distinguishing between two types: autistic and normal. Drawing on twelve years of research, the book delves into the roots of human behavior, addressing fears, friendships, and the complexities of both personality types. This innovative perspective is essential for those seeking deeper insights into autism and a fresh understanding of psychological frameworks.

Including topics such as Wikipedia's importance as a global phenomenon, this is a timely consideration of the roles of the guardians and editors of information throughout history Encyclopedias have traditionally claimed to provide absolute knowledge, yet with information now among the world's most valuable commodities, this Brief History is a sensible deliberation on how accurate that claim can ever be. While the omissions and distortions of the Great Soviet Encyclopedia may seem easy enough to spot, those of—for example—the Britannica , the Universalis , or the Brockhaus may not be so widely known. Since the Middle Ages, rapid advancements in science have made all encyclopedias effectively obsolete virtually immediately as they are published, which begs the Is the encyclopedic project fundamentally flawed? Also discussing the impact online encyclopedias have had on the conundrum, this is a fascinating account of an unjustly neglected area of cultural history.