James Thompson was a leading voice in Nordic noir, renowned for his atmospheric and gripping crime novels. His work often explored the darker aspects of human nature, vividly depicted against the stark landscapes of Finland. Thompson's compelling narratives and sharp characterizations established him as a significant figure in contemporary crime fiction, earning international acclaim and critical praise for his skillful storytelling.
Focusing on the intersection of theater and conflict, this book explores extraordinary performances that emerge from actual war zones. It highlights initiatives in refugee camps, war-torn villages, and occupied cities, showcasing how theater persists amid violence and turmoil. The narrative captures the resilience of artists who create and perform during bombings, ceasefires, and post-conflict periods, illustrating the profound impact of these dramatic expressions on communities affected by war.
Focusing on the challenges faced by communities impacted by war and exclusion, the book delves into theatre practice through a series of engaging chapters. Each narrative employs contemporary performance theories to illuminate the unique stories and experiences of these communities. The lively writing style invites readers to reflect on the intersection of art and social issues, making complex ideas accessible and relevant.
For famous one-armed war correspondent Paddy Quinn, this is to be his final Civil War assignment: the funeral of the assassinated President Lincoln. Quinn and his new bride Felice are aboard the steamboat Sultana going up the spring-flooded Mississippi River toward Illinois to meet the Funeral Train, when their honeymoon vessel stops at Vicksburg and takes on a pathetic human cargo of 2,000 sick and ragged survivors of the hellish Andersonville prisoner-of-war camp, kept alive only by their desire to get home. Quinn's lot is now thrown in with some of the unluckiest veterans of that awful war. While he is interviewing them about life in the notorious prison, the Sultana, carrying five times its lawful number of passengers, explodes after midnight. Quinn is blown overboard with the emaciated veteran Robb Macombie, and in the worst night of his life proves himself a better man than he had ever imagined he could be. In this narrative of America's worst maritime disaster, the deepest undercurrent is the spirit of the martyred President, whom Quinn and Macombie have vowed to honor by attending his funeral even if it kills them.
Focusing on anger management and offending behavior, the workshops Blagg! and Pump! utilize dynamic drama techniques and props to engage participants. Blagg! addresses the consequences of actions and the impact on victims and families, while Pump! emphasizes self-awareness and coping strategies. Designed for flexibility, these programs cater to various groups facing aggression issues, such as offenders or probationers. James Thompson provides a comprehensive overview, situating these dramatic exercises within their historical and theoretical frameworks.
The alternating voices of Paddy Quinn, a young man with journalistic aspirations, and Mexican soldier Agustin Juvero recount the story of John Riley, who deserts the American army to fight for Mexico in the Mexican-American War.
Drawing on experiences from all over the world, this study explores the use of theatre for tackling a wide range of social issues. The author articulates the reasons for the successful use of theatre in a number of projects that have dealt with difficult and often painful subject matter.
Inspector Kari Vaara of Helsinki is thrown into a case that sees a beautiful
young woman murdered in an apparent sadomasochistic attack... But his
investigation leads to him coming up against a wall of silence that implicates
the very highest levels of power.
A beautiful Somali immigrant is found dead in a snowfield, her body mutilated, a racial slur carved into her chest. Heading the investigation is Inspector Kari Vaara, the lead detective of the small-town police force. The vicious killing may have been a hate crime, a sex crime-or one and the same. Vaara knows he must keep this case out of the national headlines or else it will send shock waves across Finland, a nation afraid to face its own xenophobia.
Inspector Kari Vaara, recovering from brain surgery, is back to doing police work—under circumstances most cops only dream of. Reporting directly to the national chief of police, Kari and his partners Milo and Sulo have been granted secrecy and autonomy for their new black-ops unit, and plenty of cash to work with, including whatever they can steal from Helsinki’s mobsters. But Kari's team is too good, and their actions have unintended consequences...The president of Finland wants the team on a new case: the vicious assassination of a prominent immigrants' rights activist. Against a backdrop of simmering hatred spreading across the country, Kari must solve a case that involves the kidnapping of a billionaire’s children, a Faustian bargain with a former French Legionnaire—and his own wife.
