"An uncompromising look at his younger self and the Nicaraguan revolution . . . that compels readers to question their own motivations and beliefs." — The AmericasWhen Michael Johns joined a Sandinista militia in 1983, a fellow revolutionary dubbed him a rábano, a radish: red on the outside but white on the inside. Now, more than twenty-five years later, Johns appreciates the wisdom of that label as he revisits the questions of identity he...

A local rock star once said, ‘San Francisco is 49 square miles surrounded by reality.’ Michael Johns's San Francisco: Instant City, Promised Land portrays the sensibilities of this small city with an outsized personality.No American city has such a broad sweep of staggering views – of the ocean, of a huge bay, of surrounding hills – or such a high opinion of its own worth. San Francisco has always been rich, too: the city’s great wealth underwrites the broadmindedness so v...

Mexico City assumed its current character around the turn of the twentieth century, during the dictatorship of Porfirio Díaz (1876-1911). In those years, wealthy Mexicans moved away from the Zócalo, the city's traditional center, to western suburbs where they sought to imitate European and American ways of life. At the same time, poorer Mexicans, many of whom were peasants, crowded into eastern suburbs that lacked such basic amenities as schools, potable water, and adequate sewerage. These...

Follow the life of Jack Jeffery from his birth under a Kurrajong tree in country Victoria, to the hell of fighting the Japanese on the deadly Kokoda Track.On his life journey Jack finds love, becomes a shearer and a promising tent boxer.Through the ups and downs of life Jack learns quickly there is nothing more important than sticking up for a mate when he is in a jam.In the hell that was the Kokoda Track in WW 2, all his life’s lessons will be tested when he is faced ...

The Hurt, The OdysseyTHE ANGER, THE VIOLENCETHE WAR, THE MYSTERYTHE CALENDARHe goes by the names mysterious, unknown, and silent but disastrous. He acts inhumanely and brutally. But he must fulfill his destiny.The formerly vicious boy will stand up for the supernatural and vanquish the terrible BEELZEBUB. The one who is dishonest will free the realm. All the downtrodden will be set free when the cursed one rises.He will win against evil with the...

Yemen: A Nation in Turmoil" offers a comprehensive exploration of Yemen's modern history, delving into the intricate dynamics of internal conflict, external intervention, and socio-economic challenges that have shaped the country's trajectory. From the emergence of Houthi rebels to the Saudi-led coalition intervention, from the Arab Spring protests to the ensuing humanitarian crisis, this book provides an insightful analysis of Yemen's contemporary struggles and their global ramifications....

The New Minorities of Europe: Social Cohesion in the European Unionargues that while the EU currently faces economic issues, it is pressed with larger questions and potential problems due to the backlash against those who move freely inside the union. It uses the intra-EU migrants, particularly the Polish community who moved post-2004 into Britain and to a lesser extent Ireland, as the case through which to examine these issues. The book argues that the traditional definitions of minoritie...

From the hell of Berlin at the end of World War 2, follow the trail of a Treasure of Nazi SS Gold to Indochina. Smuggled out of Berlin as it fell to the Russian Red Army in 1945, the SS Treasure is lost in the wild jungle of South Vietnam.In 1968 Corporal Mike Bennett returns to South Vietnam to search for his lost love, and the lost SS Treasure.To succeed in this mission, Bennett must fight off the enemy and the demons of the pasr to find the SS Treasure.

"Have you ever dreamed of being what youve imagined, by doing what you want to do, how you want, when you want, and overall being who you wanted to be. You can, simply by knowing yourself." With a combined gallery of Self made quotes. This book allow you to think about all the negative things in your life, and hopes to make you know that everything negative, can be turned into positive things.

Been a photographer is like trying to meet certain expectations in your life, you'll always try to make sure everything is in place, and create a perfect image of someone else, People's fantasy is like a photo, they want their life to be as perfect as a photo but like all fantasy, it doesn't come true.My name is Benjamin but you can call me Ben, I'm a photographer and a painter, I started my career after my grad, there was no work available so I did what I was good at which was ...

An intimate, engaging, and insightful guide to coping with Asperger's-from one of the condition's most passionate advocates.Michael John Carley was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at thirty-six-when his young son received the same diagnosis. This fascinating book reveals his personal experience with the confusion and trauma associated with this condition-and offers insights into living an independent and productive life.Now the Executive Director of the ...

Learn to play the fiddle? Easy.Tackling a new instrument can be intimidating, but with this easy-to-use guide, you'll have no trouble at all! From selecting, tuning, and caring for your fiddle to mastering various music styles, Fiddle For Dummies walks you step-by-step through everything you need to start playing the fiddle like a pro. You'll discover how to hold a fiddle, master fundamental techniques, and take your skills to the next level. This title al...