A captivating and definitive account of the final days of Van Gogh's life and the incredible story of what followed.Divided into three parts, the book first examines the eventful days from the artists’ departure from the asylum in Saint-Remy and arrival in Auvers until the shooting which brought his life to an end. During this time Van Gogh completed 70 paintings in 70 days.The second part delves de...

The philosophy of time, destiny and the stars pervade this intricate historical mystery in which a young woman determines to avenge her mother’s death.1752, Midsummer. Following a desperate summons from her mother, Tabitha Hart departs London for her home village of Netherlea – only to discover that her mother has drowned. Determined to discover the truth about the Widow Hart’s death, Tabitha consults her almanack and uncovers a series of cryptic notes describing her mother’s terro...

A captivating and definitive account of the final days of Van Gogh's life and the incredible story of what followed.Divided into three parts, the book first examines the eventful days from the artists’ departure from the asylum in Saint-Remy and arrival in Auvers until the shooting which brought his life to an end. During this time Van Gogh completed 70 paintings in 70 days.The second part delves de...

Yorkshire, 1983. Margaret Thatcher is in Number 10, 'Thriller' is on the radio and Lorraine Quick is having to put plans to tour with her band on hold due to work. With her expertise in psychometric testing, she is being sent to the Yorkshire moors to build a PR-friendly team out of the ragtag staff of the infamous Windwell Asylum as it transitions into a modern, top-security unit housing some of the most dangerous criminals in the country.And then Lorraine stumbles on a brutal mur...

"Bailey goes through the most emblematic places that the artist went through in life. Which, served as inspiration to translate into his paintings." — Fahrenheit MagazineVincent van Gogh was a restless soul. He spent his twenties searching for a vocation and once he had determined to become an artist, he remained a traveler, always seeking fresh places for the inspiration and opportunities he needed to create his work.Living with Vincent van Gogh...

This is the story of one of the world’ s most iconic images. Martin Bailey explains why Van Gogh painted a series of sunflower still lifes in Provence. He then explores the subsequent adventures of the seven pictures, and their influence on modern art. Through the Sunflowers, we gain fresh insights into Van Gogh’ s life and his path to fame. Based on original research, the book is packed with discoveries – throwing new light on the legendary artist.

Communication skills are fundamental to effective social work practice.Accessible and easy-to-read, Mastering Communication in Social Work is designed to help you develop these essential skills. It explores the basics of how communication works, the factors that influence how effectively you attend to and convey information, and how you can improve your communication. Particular attention is given to the challenges posed by difficult clients and the cultural dimensions of communica...

Are you trying to control your anger? Are you pervaded continuously by bad thoughts that cause you anxiety and depression and vent everything with food?Don't worry. You're not alone.Many people are continually suffering from these ailments and don't know how to ask for help.Luckily, you're in the right place!This Audiobook will not only make you understand that all of this is normal and part of our lives, but it will also try to answer all of these questions and...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Habits form the foundation of everything we do, from how we start our day to how we approach long-term goals. This book gently guides you through the science of habit formation, offering practical insights and strategies that anyone can apply. Whether you're seeking to improve your health, boost productivity, or develop better routines, The Science of Habits is designed to help you take small, meaningful steps toward la...

In the quaint countryside, where rolling hills met whispering willows, there lived an extraordinary canine named Old Dog Spot. His once-glossy coat had faded to a silvery hue, and his wise eyes held a lifetime of adventures. As the sun began its golden descent, Spot embarked on a captivating journey, recounting tales of his youth, his encounters with mischievous squirrels, and his unwavering loyalty to his beloved master. With each paw print he left behind, he wove a tapestry of memories t...

Modern technology is terrifying. The average smartphone carries out 3.36 billion instructions per second. The average person can carry out only one instruction in that time. Stop and think about that for a second. Sorry, that's two instructions; you won't be able to do that.But what if modern technology was... literally terrifying? What if there really was a ghost in the machine? Prepare to travel through the bad gateway as acclaimed actor, writer and comedian Tom ...

This interdisciplinary edited collection brings together scholars, activists, and policy makers to build consensus around what a connected society means for Canada. The collection offers insight on the state of citizenship in a digital context in Canada and proposes a research and policy agenda for the way forward.Part I examines the current landscape of digital civic participation and highlights some of the missing voices required to ensure an inclusive digital society. Part II ex...