Peter Mason Boeken

A vivid portrait of 16th-century Bolognese naturalist, writer, polymath and collector Ulisse Aldrovandi.

No book on Glasgow and the West of Scotland dialect can ever be complete. If ever such a book was written, it would mean the language was dead or, at the very least, static. I don't believe that this will ever be the case. on the contrary, this dialect, affectionately referred to as the patter, is one of the most colourful and imaginative to be found anywhere and is developing with every new generation. Possibly, its greatest attractions lie in its humour and the changing emphasis of words and phrases when found in a variety of situations. This book has been written in such a way that everyday situations can be highlighted and the patter, put into context, can be enjoyed to its fullest.

Focusing on the life of Sir Clyde Walcott, this biography highlights his dual legacy as a cricketing legend and a significant political activist. As part of the 'three Ws' in the 1950s, he transformed West Indies cricket, establishing a new identity. Beyond his playing career, he became a key administrator and advocate for Black consciousness, notably opposing apartheid and serving as the first Black chairman of the ICC. The book also emphasizes his role in improving social conditions for sugar estate workers in Guyana and fostering emerging cricket talent.

Focusing on the interconnectedness of impacts, planning, and management, this text offers a comprehensive exploration of tourism. It delves into how tourism affects environments and communities, while providing strategies for effective planning and management to mitigate negative consequences. Ideal for students and professionals, it emphasizes the importance of sustainable practices in the tourism industry.

Exploring the concept of Otherness, this groundbreaking work examines the European discovery of America through a critical lens. It delves into how cultural representations shaped perceptions and narratives about the New World, offering insights into the complexities of identity and colonialism. By analyzing historical and literary texts, the book reveals the underlying themes that influence the understanding of America and its diverse cultures.

Revised and updated, the definitive story of the Home of Golf, witness to more than 600 years of golfing historyThat the game evolved and developed into its final form at St. Andrews has never been in question—St. Andrews is the home of the game's most influential ruling body, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club, and it was there in 1764 that today's standard 18-hole round was established when the 22-hole Old Course was reduced. One golf course has now become seven and many of golf's most dramatic moments, affecting the world’s most famous players, have occurred here. It has played host to the game's greats, as well as those enthusiastic amateurs for whom the chance to play St. Andrews' hallowed turf is a dream come true. This celebratory volume of the official history of golf's most important location was written by Tom Jarrett, a caddie, journalist, golfer, and author, and updated by Peter Mason, who was involved in managing the links throughout its most intensive—and controversial—phase of development. It contains many previously unpublished and rarely seen photos from the archives of the St Andrews Links Trust.

Příslušníci britských SAS v tajném boji proti německým válečným zločincům. Autor nás seznamuje s příběhem jedné z pátracích a úderných skupin, volně napojených na zpravodajské oddělení 2. pluku zvláštních leteckých výsadkových jednotek SAS. Tato skupina nebyla umístěna ve vlastní britské okupační zóně, nýbrž ve městě Gaggenau ve francouzském pásmu, kde obývala vilu patřící majiteli místního pivovaru. Na půdě byla instalována výkonná vysílačka pro spojení s Fantomem, což byl volací znak brigády v Anglii. Pár kilometrů na východ sídlila v malém městečku Wildbad, umístěném ideálně pro rychlý přesun do kterékoli části střední Evropy, první trojčlenná skupina Baker, vedená autorem této knihy. Průzkumníci se dopodrobna seznamovali s každým detailem svého cíle, studovali vzhled podezřelého, co dělal, než nastoupil službu, kde bydlí jeho rodina, mapu pravděpodobných úkrytů i možná falešná jména. Neměli pravomoc jednat sami, čekali, až spis navržený k provedení schválí vyšetřovací komise a pře