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Peter Wild

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    Noise
    Paint a Vulgar Picture. Fiction Inspired by the "Smiths"
    The Empty Page: Fiction inspired by Sonic Youth
    Akira Kurosawa
    Von der Wachheit des Wartens
    • 2023

      1330 Kopfrechnungs-beispiele

      • 106 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      This book presents an extensive collection of mental arithmetic problems designed to enhance one's mathematical abilities. With over 1300 examples covering addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and more complex operations, readers can sharpen their arithmetic skills and improve their problem-solving abilities. This book is perfect for students of all ages, professionals in quantitative fields, or anyone seeking to exercise their mental mathematics abilities.

      1330 Kopfrechnungs-beispiele
    • 2020

      Focusing on the airline industry's unique characteristics, the book provides a comprehensive introduction, including a literature review and analysis of trends and business models. It presents a developed blueprint that undergoes exploratory research through a stakeholder approach, ultimately refining it into a robust long-haul airline business model. Readers gain valuable insights into the existing industry while also learning how to create innovative business models, supported by extensive operational and financial data.

      Developing Compelling Business Models for Long-haul Airline Operation
    • 2014

      Akira Kurosawa

      • 207 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.7(23)Add rating

      This book both evaluates Kurosawa's films and offers a view of the man behind the camera, covering his family life and his legendary place on the global film-making stage.

      Akira Kurosawa
    • 2010

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      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      2.7(82)Add rating

      Exploring themes of outsider identity and emotional resonance, this collection features short fiction inspired by the music and lyrics of the Smiths and Morrissey. Acclaimed and emerging writers contribute their unique perspectives, capturing the beauty and wit of the band's artistry. Each story reflects a deep connection to the music, making readers feel a part of a shared experience while celebrating the band's lasting impact on culture and creativity.

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    • 2010

      Von der Wachheit des Wartens

      Robert Lax spirituell gelesen

      Robert Lax ist einer der großen amerikanischen Lyriker des 20. Jahrhunderts. Er war u. a. Herausgeber für 'The New Yorker' und das 'Time Magazine' und engster Vertrauter von Thomas Merton. Seine Tagebücher und Gedichte werden in der ganzen Welt publiziert. // Einfachheit und ein wacher Blick für die Bewegungen des Lebens kennzeichnen seine Texte und waren auch ein wesentlicher Teil seiner spirituellen Praxis. // Dieses Buch stellt erstmals den spirituellen Lehrer Robert Lax vor, zu dem der Dichter in seinen letzten Lebensjahrzehnten wurde. Seine Einfachheit und Herzenswärme faszinieren bis heute und vermitteln tragfähige Impulse für eine zeitgemäße Spiritualität. - lebensmutige Impulse eines großen Lyrikers - erstmals: Robert Lax spirituell gelesen - Gedichte in neuer deutscher Übersetzung und im amerikanischen Original

      Von der Wachheit des Wartens
    • 2009

      Noise

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      2.8(99)Add rating

      Exploring the impact of Sonic Youth's unconventional sound, the book delves into their unique blend of noise and melody that has captivated audiences for over twenty-five years. It examines the reasons behind their enduring influence and the exhilaration they bring through their music, highlighting the band's innovative approach and cultural significance in the music landscape.

      Noise
    • 2009

      A charming man betrays friends for fame, while love emerges near cemetery gates. A sour rain affects the new queen, and shoplifters unite to help an aardvark. The middle classes strive to eliminate chavs, illustrating the consequences of painting a vulgar picture.

      Paint a Vulgar Picture. Fiction Inspired by the "Smiths"
    • 2008

      Decapitated hands, marrow-coloured goo, serial killing Dr Zhivago fanatics and double-sided dildos make their mark on "The Empty Fiction" inspired by Sonic Youth. Reddy K is chasing up fresh spiral from the big tube...Ulla Shooks is testifying, countering the wicked with the godly, Michael Chambers is enjoying an empty restaurant for what may be the last time, and Sue Carlyle is buying a penis. And that's just the tip of an ugly and decidedly surreal iceberg.

      The Empty Page: Fiction inspired by Sonic Youth