Set in a vivid and diverse landscape, the narrative delves into the lives of characters navigating the complexities of identity and culture in the Borderlands. Themes of resilience and belonging unfold as they confront societal challenges and personal struggles. The intertwining stories highlight the rich tapestry of experiences, showcasing the beauty and hardship of life in this unique region. Through evocative imagery and compelling dialogue, the book invites readers to reflect on the meaning of home and the ties that bind us across borders.
Mike Dash Boeken
Mike Dash is een gevierd auteur wiens werken duiken in fascinerende, vaak vergeten historische verhalen. Met een opmerkelijk talent voor het combineren van diepgaand origineel onderzoek met meeslepende ver storytelling, brengt hij historische gebeurtenissen tot leven. Zijn stijl wordt gekenmerkt door levendige, bijna filmische beschrijvingen die de lezer naar het middelpunt van de actie trekken, en roept personages en plaatsen op met een rijkdom die de fictie overtreft. Dash is een meester in het omzetten van uitgebreide kennis in ongelooflijk leesbare en fantasievolle historische verslagen.






Batavia's Graveyard
- 416bladzijden
- 15 uur lezen
The true story of the mad heretic who led history's bloodiest mutiny - 'An adult version of LORD OF THE FLIES that is, moreover, entirely true' Evening Standard schovat popis
Batavia's Graveyard
The True Story of the Mad Heretic Who Led History's Bloodiest Mutiny
- 512bladzijden
- 18 uur lezen
Set in 1628, the narrative follows the maiden voyage of the Batavia, the flagship of the Dutch East India Company, which carries immense wealth in gold, silver, and gems to Java. The ship represents the might and opulence of one of the world's most powerful monopolies, intertwining themes of ambition, greed, and the perils of maritime exploration. As the journey unfolds, the story delves into the challenges faced by the crew and the historical significance of the voyage in the context of colonial trade.
A captivating examination of human greed and self-deception, as well as a homage to our timeless quest for beauty.
Nearly 5 million men and women have served the United States as police officers. Only one has been executed for murder.
Tulipomania
The Story of the World's Most Coveted Flower & the Extraordinary Passions It Aroused
- 288bladzijden
- 11 uur lezen
The book explores the fascinating history of the tulip, tracing its journey from the harsh steppes of central Asia to the opulent gardens of Constantinople. It highlights the flower's rise to prominence as a highly sought-after commodity in Europe, revealing its cultural significance and the allure that made it a symbol of beauty and wealth. Through vivid narration, the story captures the tulip's transformation and the impact it had on society and the economy throughout history.
Half Past Sex Chapter 2
- 104bladzijden
- 4 uur lezen
I dreamt of her again this afternoon and she was as treacherous as she was in my reality, but the love that I feel for her was so strong during the dream that when I awoken, I yearned for her more The only thing more dangerous than a brokenhearted woman is a brokenhearted man. Some say that there is a thin line between what we choose and our destiny. However, some argue that what we choose is our destiny. Either way life has a way of showing us who we really are by the actions we do when no one is looking. Meet older brother, Promise Davenport, the second piece of the puzzle to come and discover why he is known as the menace to society. In the sequel poetic-novel by Dash, enter the mind of Promise Davenport and become addicted.
On 12 January, less than three months ago, the coronavirus was confined to China only. But by 13 January, the virus became a global problem. Cases were reported from South Korea, Japan, and Thailand. Soon the US followed. And slowly the numbers swelled across the globe, and it turned into a pandemic. A work four years in the making, Queen Corona Coronation is a poignant attempt to document the COVID-19 pandemic that sent ripples across the entire world. From the ever-increasing tally of new cases and new deaths to the ever-changing, ever-inconsistent guidance for keeping safe, to the ever-elusive hunt for a vaccine, these memoirs offer a unique perspective, chronicling the monotony, fear and uncertainty that gripped the entire world. Recounting both life under lockdown and the realities of life at sea in a slowly recovering world, the author paints a stark picture of dread, isolation and, above all, hope in an unprecedented time.
Tulpenwahn
- 320bladzijden
- 12 uur lezen
Sie verhexte Kaiser und Könige, trieb reiche Kaufleute in den Ruin und vereinte ehrbare Bürger, Händler und Halunken in gemeinsamer Obsession: die Tulpe, eine gärtnerische Novität aus dem Orient, die vor allem in den Niederlanden großen Anklang fand. Hier entspann sich bald ein intensiver Tulpenhandel und die Blume wurde zum Anlage- und Prestigeobjekt Nummer eins. Doch als 1637 plötzlich die Preise in den Keller fielen, folgte ein wirtschaftliches Desaster von ungeahntem Ausmaß, das zum ersten Börsenkrach in der Geschichte führte ...
Tulpenwahn
Die verrückteste Spekulation der Geschichte
Sie verhexte Kaiser und Könige, trieb reiche Kaufleute in den Ruin und vereinte ehrbare Bürger, Händler und Halunken in gemeinsamer Obsession: die Tulpe, eine gärtnerische Novität aus dem Orient, die vor allem in den Niederlanden großen Anklang fand. Hier entspann sich bald ein intensiver Tulpenhandel und die Blume wurde zum Anlage- und Prestigeobjekt Nummer eins. Doch als 1637 plötzlich die Preise in den Keller fielen, folgte ein wirtschaftliches Desaster von ungeahntem Ausmaß, das zum ersten Börsenkrach in der Geschichte führte ...

