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Stephen Smith

    January 1, 1955

    Stephen William Smith is an American anthropologist, biographer, editor, historian, journalist, and writer. With extensive experience as a correspondent for Radio France International and Reuters in West and Central Africa, his work offers a deeply informed perspective on the continent. Smith's writing is characterized by its anthropological insights and historical depth, exploring African cultures and societies with a keen eye. His background as a journalist lends a powerful narrative voice and authentic detail to his literary endeavors.

    The Scramble for Europe
    Environmental Economics: A Very Short Introduction
    Parentcraft
    Boozers, Ballcocks and Bail
    The Boy in the Cellar
    London's Armed Police: Up Close and Personal
    • 2023

      The Unraveling of Us

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      The narrative explores the deep emotional turmoil of a person grappling with the aftermath of a painful separation. Memories of a lost love linger, evoking feelings of longing and heartache. The protagonist struggles with the remnants of a once-complete connection, feeling both the weight of nostalgia and the loneliness of absence. Themes of love, loss, and the challenge of moving on permeate the text, highlighting the difficulty of letting go of a profound relationship that shaped their sense of self and belonging.

      The Unraveling of Us
    • 2023

      Doctor in Medicine

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      This reprint captures the essence of a historical work first published in 1872, aiming to preserve its content for contemporary readers. While the book may exhibit some imperfections due to its age, the publishing house Anatiposi is dedicated to making these classic texts accessible to the public, ensuring that valuable historical literature remains available and does not fade into obscurity.

      Doctor in Medicine
    • 2023

      The New York Journal of Medicine

      Vol. IV Third Series

      • 428 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      This reprint preserves the essence of a classic originally published in 1858, offering readers a chance to experience the historical context and themes that shaped its narrative. The book reflects the literary style and societal norms of its time, providing insights into the era's culture and values. Fans of classic literature will appreciate the opportunity to explore this timeless work in its authentic form.

      The New York Journal of Medicine
    • 2023

      This present offering is a selection of my verse written during the past twenty years. I have kept the rhyme and metre simple, on the whole, but have tried to add just enough variety to avoid monotony. Whether or not I have succeeded is for the reader to decide.

      Autumn Music
    • 2022
    • 2021

      The narrative follows veteran firearms officer Stephen Smith as he provides an insider's perspective on the Met's Specialist Firearms Unit, CO19. It delves into significant events, including the contentious shootings of Azelle Rodney and Mark Duggan, and extends to the shocking terrorist attacks at Westminster, London Bridge, and Borough Market. Smith's firsthand accounts illuminate the challenges and complexities faced by law enforcement in high-stakes situations, offering a gripping exploration of modern policing in the UK.

      London's Armed Police: Up Close and Personal
    • 2020

      Reading Japanese Newspaper Articles

      A Guide for Advanced Japanese Language Students

      • 172 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Focusing on advanced Japanese language learners, this book provides a unique approach to understanding crime articles in Japanese newspapers. Through 29 articles, it presents both the original Japanese text and English translations, enhancing vocabulary and comprehension. Readers gain valuable real-world reading practice while exploring contemporary Japanese crime, offering a cultural perspective alongside language learning.

      Reading Japanese Newspaper Articles
    • 2020

      30 Years of Chasing Turkeys

      The Real Stories-- Good, Bad, and Sideways

      • 66 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Real-life hunting experiences are vividly recounted, capturing the thrill and challenges faced in the wild. The author shares personal stories, whether in solitude or with family and friends, aiming to immerse readers in the action without unnecessary filler. Each account reveals the highs and lows of hunting, offering insights into what worked and what didn't, along with unique moments. Readers are invited to join the adventure, evoking the excitement of the hunt as they prepare for their own experiences in the field.

      30 Years of Chasing Turkeys
    • 2019

      The Boy in the Cellar

      • 336 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.3(78)Add rating

      The shocking true story of a boy who spent 13 years locked in a cellar only to flee into the hands of abusers. Stephen Smith is the boy who did not exist. Born out of wedlock in the early 1960s, Steve's parents hid him away from the world by locking him in the cellar ... for thirteen years.

      The Boy in the Cellar
    • 2019

      The Scramble for Europe

      • 200 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      3.6(31)Add rating

      From the harrowing situation of migrants trying to cross the Mediterranean in rubber dinghies to the crisis on the US-Mexico border, mass migration is one of the most urgent issues facing our societies today. At the same time, viable solutions seem ever more remote, with the increasing polarization of public attitudes and political positions. In this book, Stephen Smith focuses on 'young Africa' - 40 per cent of its population are under fifteen - anda dramatic demographic shift. Today, 510 million people live inside EU borders, and 1.25 billion people in Africa. In 2050, 450 million Europeans will face 2.5 billion Africans - five times their number. The demographics are implacable. The scramble for Europe will become as inexorable as the 'scramble for Africa' was at the end of the nineteenth century, when 275 million people lived north and only 100 million lived south of the Mediterranean. Then it was all about raw materials and national pride, now it is about young Africans seeking a better life on the Old Continent, the island of prosperity within their reach. If Africa's migratory patterns follow the historic precedents set by other less developed parts of the world, in thirty years a quarter of Europe's population will beAfro-Europeans. Addressingthe question of how Europe cancope with an influx of this magnitude, Smith argues for a path between the two extremes of today's debate. He advocatesmigratory policies of 'good neighbourhood' equidistant from guilt-ridden self-denial and nativist egoism. This sobering analysis of the migration challenges we now face will be essential reading for anyone concerned with the great social and political questions of our time

      The Scramble for Europe