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Christopher Hood

    1 januari 1947

    Christopher Hood is een auteur wiens werken diep ingaan op de Japanse cultuur en samenleving, met een bijzondere focus op thema's als transport en symboliek. Zijn uitgebreide reizen en langdurige onderzoek in het land bieden hem een uniek perspectief op het moderne Japan. Door zijn schrijven onderzoekt hij hoe technologie en culturele betekenissen met elkaar verweven zijn, en biedt hij lezers een indringend inzicht in de complexiteit van de Japanse identiteit. Hood's literaire benadering onthult een boeiend verhaal over de impact van modernisering op traditie en symboliek.

    Dropping In
    The Revivalists
    The Art of the State
    Shinkansen
    Iron and Steel - Their Production and Manufacture
    Accident and Design
    • 2023
    • 2018

      Osutaka

      A Chronicle of Loss In the World's Largest Single Plane Crash

      • 346bladzijden
      • 13 uur lezen

      The narrative explores the profound grief of a father who loses his son in the JL123 plane crash, the largest single-plane disaster in history. Faced with the emotional turmoil of his child's death, compounded by cultural and language barriers in Japan, Peter Mathews chronicles his journey through a diary and photographs. This poignant account offers a unique perspective on loss, love, and the challenges of navigating a tragedy in a foreign land, providing readers with an intimate look at the events surrounding that fateful day in August 1985.

      Osutaka
    • 2017

      Hijacking Japan

      • 476bladzijden
      • 17 uur lezen

      Set against the backdrop of a much-needed holiday, the story follows Nicola, an English teacher in Japan, and her friends as they embark on a weekend getaway to Sado Island. Their plans take a shocking turn when they find themselves caught in a hijacking on the shinkansen. As the situation unfolds in real-time, the group must confront the chaos around them and grapple with the implications of the hijacking on the Japanese government. Tension and suspense build as they navigate their perilous circumstances.

      Hijacking Japan
    • 2017

      A Century of Fiscal Squeeze Politics

      • 288bladzijden
      • 11 uur lezen

      This book carefully identifies and compares episodes of 'fiscal squeeze' in the UK over a century from 1900 to 2015.

      A Century of Fiscal Squeeze Politics
    • 2007

      The book focuses on the revival of classic literature from the early 1900s and earlier, highlighting the scarcity and rising costs of these works. It aims to make these timeless texts accessible by republishing them in high-quality, affordable modern editions that preserve the original text and artwork, allowing new generations to enjoy these literary treasures.

      Iron and Steel - Their Production and Manufacture
    • 2006

      Shinkansen

      From Bullet Train to Symbol of Modern Japan

      • 268bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen
      3,9(17)Tarief

      The book explores the Shinkansen's evolution from a high-speed rail network to a revered national symbol in Japan. It delves into its historical development and the factors contributing to its success, highlighting the profound connection between the bullet train and Japanese society. Through this examination, the author reveals how the Shinkansen reflects broader cultural and technological advancements in Japan.

      Shinkansen
    • 2000

      The Art of the State

      Culture, Rhetoric, and Public Management

      • 276bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen
      3,8(24)Tarief

      Using cultural theory, this study challenges the notion of a singular global approach to public management, arguing instead that management ideas are diverse and often contradictory. It highlights the importance of understanding the pluralistic nature of governance strategies, providing a critical perspective on the claims made by modernization advocates. This scholarly work offers valuable insights into the complexities of managing government in a rapidly changing world.

      The Art of the State
    • 1996

      Accident and Design

      • 268bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen
      4,7(3)Tarief

      An examination of different theoretical, methodological and practical approaches towards the management of risk. Seven dimensions of the debate are identified, and the case for each position is put forward, the whole discussion being set in context and perspective. This volume attempts to identify and juxtapose the contested doctrines and underlying assumptions in the field of risk management.

      Accident and Design
    • 1990

      Dropping In

      • 249bladzijden
      • 9 uur lezen

      Written by the author of The Other Side of the Mountain, which was shortlisted for the 1980 National Book Award for Fiction, this novel features Noel Fogg, a reluctant recruit at the Wecsym Bureau of Arts. His obliging nature makes him a suitable candidate for a cover-up job.

      Dropping In