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Barry Smith

    Barry Smith schrijft historische romans en spionagethrillers, geïnspireerd door een leven vol ervaringen en een passie voor ontdekking. Zijn werk duikt in dynamische historische periodes en spannende verhaallijnen, vaak gesitueerd tegen de achtergrond van Groot-Brittannië en Australië. Smith's schrijfstijl wordt gekenmerkt door boeiende en dramatische kwaliteiten, die lezers een levendige en meeslepende reis bieden. Zijn verhalen verkennen thema's die verweven zijn met geschiedenis, reizen en de veerkracht van de menselijke geest.

    Questions of Taste
    Austrian philosophy
    Austrian Philosophy: The Legacy of Franz Brentano
    Foundations of Gestalt theory
    Philosophy and Political Change in Eastern Europe
    Introductory Financial Accounting and Reporting
    • Introductory Financial Accounting is a short revision text presenting the essentials that students have to learn to pass their first financial accounting module. The topics have been chosen by assessing how likely they are to appear in the exam.

      Introductory Financial Accounting and Reporting
    • The proceedings from the 1992 Budapest "Monist" Colloquium feature prominent philosophers from Eastern Europe and the West discussing the evolution and prospects of philosophy in post-socialist nations. The collection offers insights into how political changes have influenced philosophical thought and practice in these regions, highlighting the interplay between ideology and intellectual discourse.

      Philosophy and Political Change in Eastern Europe
    • Papers by C. von Ehrenfels, Kurt Grelling and Paul Oppenheim Contributions by K. Mulligan, P. M. Simons and Barry Smith

      Foundations of Gestalt theory
    • Focusing on the concept of intentionality, this extensive study explores the philosophical legacy of Franz Brentano and his school, highlighting their unique approach to the relationship between mind and objects. Unlike the analytic movement, Brentano's followers integrated psychological insights with ontological investigations, influencing fields like phenomenology and Gestalt psychology. The book also examines connections with early Austrian economics and the impact of Brentano's students on Polish philosophy, providing a comprehensive overview of Austrian philosophy from the 1870s to 1938.

      Austrian Philosophy: The Legacy of Franz Brentano
    • This work presents an account of the ideas and arguments of Franz Brentano and those he influenced. It aims to dispel various legends and misunderstandings, providing a picture of the characteristically lucid, unpretentious, scientific and objectivist Austrian style of thought.

      Austrian philosophy
    • Essays illuminating the philosophical issues surrounding our love of wine.

      Questions of Taste
    • Blood Rain

      A San Francisco Mystery

      • 324bladzijden
      • 12 uur lezen

      The plot centers on a brutal murder and a missing document that disrupt David Moore's role as a private investigator. Set against the backdrop of a rainy San Francisco, the story unfolds as McCloud College faces a dire threat to its survival, prompting Moore to delve into the investigation. The narrative explores themes of crime, loyalty, and the impact of external forces on cherished institutions.

      Blood Rain
    • The Miwok Eagles

      A San Francisco Mystery

      • 212bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen

      Set against the backdrop of the 19th-century San Francisco Bay Area, the story revolves around a daring scheme involving 1849 ten-dollar gold coins known as the Miwok Eagles. International counterfeiter Fritz Boehmer devises a plan to steal these coins from coin evaluator Mirza Tarkanian, creating a buzz about their disappearance to inflate their value. He then aims to sell counterfeit copies, intertwining themes of deception and greed within a historical context that highlights the interactions between the Miwok Indians and the coin market.

      The Miwok Eagles
    • Dragon's Breath

      • 220bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen

      Set against the backdrop of a Victorian bush town, the narrative intertwines blackmail, sabotage, and murder, raising questions about their connections. The story explores whether these acts of evil are isolated incidents or part of a larger conspiracy orchestrated by the Chinese Communist Party to destabilize and potentially seize control of Australia. Tension and intrigue build as the characters navigate this complex web of deception and danger.

      Dragon's Breath
    • BATTLE FOR THE NORTH

      • 124bladzijden
      • 5 uur lezen

      The narrative brings together beloved characters from previous tales, uniting them in an epic struggle for control over the North. As alliances are tested and new threats emerge, the stakes rise, and the heroes must confront their pasts while forging new bonds. Themes of loyalty, courage, and the quest for power intertwine as they navigate treacherous landscapes and face formidable adversaries. The story promises thrilling adventures and emotional depth, appealing to fans of epic fantasy and character-driven plots.

      BATTLE FOR THE NORTH