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'De Michelangelo van Coney Island' vertelt het verhaal van Cy Parks, vanaf zijn kinderjaren die hij samen met zijn moeder Reeda doorbrengt in haar pension voor tbc-patiënten aan de Britse kust, via zijn opleiding tot tatoeagekunstenaar door de markante stadsgenoot Eliot Riley tot aan zijn belevenissen als tatoeëerder op Coney Island. Zijn honger naar avontuur doet hem besluiten zijn boeltje te pakken en de grote oversteek te maken naar het land der beloften, Amerika, waar hij op het onstuimige Coney Island zijn eigen tattooshop De Elektrische Michelangelo begint. Cy wordt verliefd op de geheimzinnige Oost-Europese Grace, die hem vraagt om haar lichaam volledig te bedekken met tatoeages van ogen. 'De Michelangelo van Coney Island' is een indrukwekkend liefdesverhaal met prachtige sfeerbeschrijvingen. Sarah Hall weet de lezer op schitterende wijze de fascinerende wereld van tatoeagekunstenaars in te trekken. Het is tevens een exotisch portret van twee kustplaatsjes aan weerszijden van de Atlantische Oceaan ten tijde van de twee wereldoorlogen.

The poetry collection delves into the author's personal journey, shaped by her survival of domestic violence and profound experiences in love and loss. Each piece is characterized by emotional intensity and raw honesty, offering readers a deeply personal glimpse into her struggles and resilience.

Focusing on the contemporary international financial environment, the book integrates insights from economic geography, economic sociology, and critical management studies. It offers a student-friendly approach, encouraging a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and dynamics within global finance. This interdisciplinary exploration aims to equip readers with the necessary tools to critically analyze and engage with current financial challenges and structures.

Exploring themes of identity, faith, and chronic illness, this collection of poetry delves into the challenges of growing up and the search for hope amidst adversity. Through personal reflections, the author navigates the complexities of life, offering insights that resonate with the struggles faced in a seemingly hopeless world. Each poem serves as a testament to resilience and self-discovery, making it a poignant read for those on their own journeys of understanding and acceptance.

Join Roary the Lion on an adventurous journey through the universe, where young readers will discover fascinating facts about space and celestial wonders. This engaging and educational story combines entertainment with learning, making it perfect for curious minds eager to explore the cosmos. Through vibrant illustrations and captivating narratives, children will be inspired to dream big and embrace their love for science and exploration.

One of the first detailed empirical studies of how and why London became the leading western financial centre within the wider Chinese economic and political project of internationalising its currency, the renminbi (RMB). Examines how political authorities in both London and Beijing identified the potential value of London's international financial centre in facilitating and legitimising RMB internationalisation Features original data from on-the-ground research in London and Beijing conducted with financial and legal professionals working in RMB markets Offers an original theoretical approach that brings economic geography into closer dialogue with international political economy Illustrates how financial centres are not simply containers and facilitators of global financial flows ­- rather they serve as territorial fixes within the dynamic and crisis-prone nature of global finance A sympathetic critique of existing work in economic geography, as well as within the broader social sciences

Volume bringing together the knowledge of Kentuckian farmers about the custom of planting by the signs.

Virginia Woolf's life and work continue to fascinate. Following on the heels of the discovery of new unpublished work by Woolf, as well as Stephen Daldry's acclaimed film 'The Hours', this book takes an illuminating look at a previously unexplored dimension of her life.

This collection showcases the five short-listed stories for the BBC National Short Story Award, highlighting both emerging and established British authors. The narratives delve into the complexities of human relationships, focusing on themes such as splintered families, enduring love, the contrast between public and private lives, and the experiences of outsiders. Each story offers a unique perspective on the dysfunctionality and resilience inherent in human connections, making for a thought-provoking read.

From the heathered fells and lowlands of Cumbria with their history of smouldering violence, to the speed and heat of summer London, to an eerily still lake in the Finnish wilderness, Sarah Hall evokes landscapes with extraordinary precision and grace.