Bøger udgivet af Austin Macauley

Time - an ever-advancing current many of us feel caught in, acutely aware of its swift passage, especially as we age. But what if there's more to existence than merely being at the mercy of time? What if, beyond time's constraints, we could find a deeper, more enriching life? T.S. Eliot's Four Quartets delves into this profound possibility, enveloping readers in exquisite language and evocative imagery. Time Conquered illuminates these poems, making their profound insights accessible even to those unfamiliar with Eliot's work. The core of Four Quartets offers a revelation: we are not mere captives of time. Instead, by embracing glimpses of the eternal in our daily lives, we can live more vividly within the moment.

Born on a Yorkshire farm in the 1820s, Florrie Clough's life is anything but easy. Yet, her restless spirit and daydreams of a life beyond the confines of her upbringing never waver. Embark on a journey with Florrie as she breaks free from her humble beginnings, venturing into territories she once only imagined. Destiny smiles upon her, gifting her fame and fortune, allowing her star to burn bright. But when unexpected tragedy befalls, Florrie's path takes a twist, leading her to a more profound sense of purpose and joy. Amidst an era of profound societal transformation - from advancements in education, technology, and medicine to the evolutions in entertainment, work, and transport - Florrie's tale seamlessly weaves the tapestry of a world in transition.

Life is all about choices. The choices we make can make us who we want to be.It was never about what we want as a full picture, but as pieces that we put together to make a better picture.We are never given a complete life. It was never meant to be complete and we are never meant to be complete in any way.We are demanding creatures among all creatures. We always strive for more and never settled. Among all creatures, women are the most demanding. Not because they are unsatisfied and greedy but because they are smart enough to locate what is missing in their own lives.The woman in this book is a woman who went through different journeys to reach the destination she settled in today, but toxic thoughts of yesterday or maybe the hidden desires of tomorrow are living in her thoughts and hunting her present.She demands to be free, if not on the outside, then on the inside is enough for now.She is all of the women out there and is all the girls they once were.

Way down in Penguin Land lived two best friends, Clutch and Haiven.While Haiven was serious and studious, Clutch was imaginative and playful. As Clutch always imagined himself as a mighty warrior penguin, he did not always pay attention to his teacher in the classroom. One day, this got him in very serious trouble when he was out playing. The question was, could Haiven arrive in time to save his friend?

A journeyThrough the hardships of life.The struggles,The darkness within,The rights,The wrongs.To a moment,A simple momentOf clarity,Leading toSelf-discovery.We each have our own journeys in life: paths we are forced to take, and passageways through which we all struggle. Darkness surrounds us, slowly consuming us, and a darkness within screams out the names of every sin. Every restless night, every tiresome day, every tearful fight, and every word we couldn't say. The rights and wrongs. The sorrows and heartbreaks. The times we were forced to play along. All of our mistakes. All of them. Everything leads to a moment that changes everything. A moment marking a new chapter in our lives. A moment of clarity, where we finally see the truth, where we finally see ourselves. A moment where we have a decision to make. A moment of choice, leading to self-discovery and marking yet another journey. A new journey, like all our other journeys. Darkness and light. Fight after fight. Nothing is right; nothing is wrong. This was justice all along. A path we must take for our own sake, to finally be able to see. A path for you. A path for me.

For years, countries have been leveraging so-called 'soft power' to preserve their interests and ensure their significant presence in various societies, and in the process, building a strong and positive nation brand that has a respected position in the international arena.The establishment of alliances at state level and the expansion of soft power is now a fundamental tool for many nations to increase their influence and significant presence on the international stage, while enabling them to spread and secure their foreign policy and pave the way to attracting more allies.Today then, soft power has become an essential method of influencing minds, winning emotions and getting to grips with peoples' behaviour, social trends, and emotional tendencies.

Two women's quarrel costs a life and a loss of sanity; A hard working sparrow faces a troubled kinship with her cousin crow; A wily old woman who loves to eat outwits predators in a jungle…These are three tales from the Deccan Plateau of Peninsular India handed down through generations in an oral tradition. Recalled from an era gone by and sprinkled with happiness, humour and some pain, these tales have been reconstructed to appeal to the modern-day child. Narrated by the Great Peepal Tree, 'Fading Tales of the Deccan' portrays reality and enchantment through prose and children's chants to recall a world that once existed and which children of the future may never likely know.

Summary of Common Conditions in Family Medicine is an in-depth guide to diagnosing and managing the most prevalent conditions encountered in primary care. Authored by a seasoned family medicine physician, this book encapsulates years of clinical expertise. Covering everything from acute respiratory infections to chronic ailments such as diabetes and hypertension, each chapter delivers actionable insights underpinned by evidence-based practices.Crafted to be both practical and succinct, this reference is invaluable for medical students, residents, and established physicians. It empowers healthcare practitioners to adeptly handle common medical scenarios and deliver top-tier care. As a cornerstone of Family Medicine emphasizes an enduring, integrated patient-physician relationship, this book captures that essence. While it doesn't encompass every topic in family medicine, the author believes that the included topics are vital and hopes they enrich your medical journey.

Christian Williams lost his dad when he was just six years old, which developed an extremely driven, disciplined, and competitive personality. He never relied on anyone; he had to find his own way as a boy growing into a man. Some would say he is like a machine, doesn't feel many of the painful emotions many of other people complain about. His dad documented the painful last four years of his life in a diary that was kept for Christian until he was at the age that he chose to read it. What happened to Christian's life after he read it was a sign that his father is still guiding him from above. He takes you on the journey of how influential our parents' lives can be to us, for better or for worst.

All Together is a beautifully rhymed story of a little girl, Petra, and the forest animals that help her chase after a speaking, singing frog.This fun adventure takes the little girl through a magical forest, where she meets a rabbit, a fox, and a bear in a chase after the frog.This melodic book teaches a valuable lesson about friendship and helping each other in need, no matter our differences.It spreads pure joy to the little ones through delightful illustrations and melodic words.

This book is neither fact nor fiction. It's something in the middle. It's about the universe and time and is a book for ordinary inquisitive people to read. Curious people who feel disconnected from much of the complex and jargon-heavy logic about the universe and time that comes from scientific or religious quarters. But the contents of this book might interest a broad segment of scientists causing them to raise their voices, hands and arms in agreement or most probably disagreement. Words like rubbish, stupid, and it's a naïve falsification may be uttered. So be it. This book is readable for the uninformed because most of it is in plain text and pictures with some elementary mathematics sprinkled here and there. Various simple questions are posed as to why our universe exists and how it happened. That happening was what the book terms a grey swan moment. Time will not tell if that moment was even a moment because time is an earthly fabrication of our imagination and is not real. Read this book and gain a fresh perspective on what has, is and might happen.

For Antonatie Jemwa, The Journey, "...depicts the reality of events that each individual can relate to; it points out to positivity in the grand experience of life as it unfolds each chapter, just as each season, in a lifetime." Informed by faith, the poems have a common theme of love, of how enhancing and revitalising it can be, and yet at the same time so fragile. Grouped under headings like 'Family', 'Dreams', 'Character' and 'Gone', Jemwa shines a light on our interactions with the world, both metaphysical and real, which make The Journey a lottery that perhaps can only find an understanding through faith. The Journey is a meditation, a sensitive look at our condition through the instrument of poetry.

Zoodle is a happy dog; she loves her family and her ball. But when it's time to go for a walk, Zoodle doesn't like it at all! She is afraid of many things, some that wouldn't scare you or me. She feels so afraid that she shows her teeth, in the hope of making the scary thing leave. She knows people don't understand her when she speaks, because she doesn't use words like you and me. How can we help her feel safe? Let's learn about her fears and how she speaks, to make Zoodle and dogs like her feel safer in the street.

Once upon a time, men and scholars thought the world to be flat. Some dreamt of a journey to the bottom of the ocean, while others dreamt of walking on the moon. What was this marvellous vehicle that would allow them to achieve their dream? The answer is simple really, it was their imagination. The Great Yabby Hunt is born out of the imagination of a small boy who dreamt of holidaying on his uncle's farm. To him, this holiday opens the door to many wonderful experiences that he would never have experienced in the city.

"They say time and tide wait for no man. I, on the other hand, wait for you all." A clock ticks above your head, counting down time, counting down your life. There's no escaping it. For millennia, I have walked amongst you. I have only one job: collection of the newly departed. My name is Death. In all this time I have never spoken to a living soul... That is until now. Follow Death through the annals of time as he shares the tales of his 'collections' from the docks of London to the cotton fields of America and the heat of the Burmese jungle. These tales of love, hate, joy, and fear are all illustrated with an eclectic Spotify playlist and an extraordinary debut novel by author Andrew Reid.

In the heart of a seemingly ordinary life, Steven, a reserved individual, has long been disconnected from his lineage. However, destiny has plans of its own. An unexpected encounter with an elderly visitor on his 16th birthday sets Steven on an unpredictable journey. Pulled towards the enigmatic landscapes of West Yorkshire, he finds himself immersed in a world far removed from the one he knew. As secrets unravel and shadows of his past emerge, Steven's life is irrevocably altered by a pivotal choice: 'The Arrangement.' Dive into a tale of discovery, legacy, and the profound shifts that shape a person's destiny.

This is the story of Sheku Gibril Kamara from his childhood days in Sierra Leone. It deals first with his parents in the capital, Freetown, and then with his aunt's family in the rural countryside. Educated in Freetown, he gained employment as an accounting assistant in the colonial Daily Mail newspaper in his home town and later at the iron ore mining company in nearby Lunsar, a job he relinquished to pursue his dreams of higher studies in Britain. With great finesse, Sheku provides intimate details about life as a private student in London and the political wrangling among fellow Sierra Leonean students. This culminated in the temporary seizure of the country's high commission at Portland Place in London in 1972 after a mass demonstration. Sheku and his colleagues were sent to the Old Bailey on a charge of treason but were instead found guilty of trespass. On appeal, the House of Lords reached the landmark judgment in British law: a case for trespass cannot hold where the national of a country occupies his country's diplomatic mission since that territory is, after all, deemed to be his home ground. Defended by Sir Dinglefoot, the students were bound to peace for six months... Upon the establishment of Sierra Leone's state-owned insurance company, Sheku was encouraged to return home to help develop the nation's market. When he became the Company's first indigenous chief executive, Sheku was to traverse the gruelling events that accompanied his role in top management. In what follows, the reader will join him in enjoying the exciting experiences with his supervising authorities...

After suffering a workplace injury, Loretta Jones faced the harsh realities of a workers' compensation system that provided a mere £120 a week for her and her young son, a situation that led them into homelessness. But her hardships didn't stop there. Loretta found herself ensnared in a web of surveillance abuse that landed her in the hospital multiple times, stripping away her freedom and peace of mind. Amidst the unseen torment inflicted by clandestine technologies and unwarranted animosity, it was her unyielding resolve that kept her afloat amidst the storm of adversity. Now, with the backing of various supportive agencies, Loretta has reclaimed her life, rising above the harassment that once threatened to engulf her. Through every challenge, her indomitable spirit shines as a beacon of resilience.

A JOURNEY TO FORGIVENESS AND SELF LOVE The Beauty in Broken is a deeply personal and touching collection of poems that illuminate the uniquely beautiful journey of healing after the loss of love. This compilation offers a sparkling glimpse into the intricate pathway toward self-love and the complex nature of healing. The poems within these pages capture the poignant moment of releasing past pain and the realization that you have the power to provide yourself with everything you might have once sought from someone else. Through patience and time, you embark on a journey of evolution, learning to reflect on your past experiences with an abundance of love. This collection is not just a series of poems; it's a guide to finding beauty and strength in the process of mending a broken heart.

The Christmas Mouse - A story for anyone who loves Christmas! This tale follows a little mouse - the Christmas mouse. Finding the decorations packed away the little mouse is flooded with disappointment and sadness. She loves Christmas. Why can't it be celebrated all year long? Filled with anticipation, she settles in to wait the long wait. Will her dreams come true? Perfect for young readers as well as a shared reading experience.

Peter Crawford is well known in Australia and internationally for his leadership in reforming governmental organisations and institutions, notably in environmental and water domains. In recent years he has focused on the role of political ideas and influence on national approaches to water management and water security. He is now one of the few international experts, who is both formally qualified and sufficiently experienced to write a book exploring the way politics and public policy formulation currently interact with science, social science and multiple interests in shaping national water security. In studying water security in Australia, China and Japan, Dr Crawford has shown that despite the great difference between the political ideologies of the three nations, the exercise of political power has frequently had similar adverse impacts on national water security outcomes - especially when independent, evidence-backed advice has been ignored. Equally, the way each nation has modified major river systems, by giving priority to economic development, has frequently compromised current and future efforts to achieve the sustainability of these systems and their potential to contribute positively to national water security. It becomes clear as the book progresses, that deterioration in national water security not only threatens human and environmental welfare but, if unchecked, could undermine future national welfare and prosperity in each nation. Yet, none of the three states under review has assigned water security the priority it deserves nor developed a national strategy to advance future water security. Other states could well benefit from analysis of this kind, by assessing the extent to which current policies and measures are impacting on national water security, followed by formulation of a strategy explicitly designed to improve future prospects.

In a world rife with corruption, one man takes a stand for integrity.When the protagonist joins a company steeped in fraud among its leaders, he is determined to repair the broken system. The owner knows the company's funds are channelled illegally, but believes that's simply the cost of doing business.However, the protagonist refuses to accept the status quo. Putting his career on the line, he works to overhaul the corrupt products and procedures that are bleeding the company dry. In doing so, he quickly makes enemies of those who benefit from the company's dishonest practices.But our hero does not fight alone. Backed by a courageous group equally committed to positive change, he confronts ingrained corruption head-on. Together, they face down threats and intimidation to prove that honesty and decency can still prevail in even the murkiest situations.This gripping story brings home the power of integrity and standing up for one's principles - even when it may put your own interests at risk. It reminds us that by lifting up others, we lift our own lives as well.Order your copy today to find out if one person's determination and courage can defeat a culture of fraud and corruption.

The monsoon rains come to our desert in the summer, when the temperature is highest. The winds shift to the SE, bringing moisture from both the Gulf of Mexico and the Gulf of California. The rains come as huge, black, thunder storms over the mountains, driven by vivid lightning and high winds. It also provides a magical drop in temperature. The magnificent odor of the desert after a rain is a rich, organic experience. After the storm I sit on my patio, in the cool fall of night - watching the shadows changing on the mountains as the sun declines. Recently, after such a storm, the sun is dying in various shades of ocher and vermillion... The crescent moon rises, and the planet Venus soon follows. Venus is a bright diamond in the now black sky. I write in my notebook: Venus is a Bright Point of Expression in the Sky. Thus, a poem is born.

After a dream honeymoon, Carly and Thorne return home to Lillington, North Carolina, a small town where everyday lives play out amidst a backdrop of hope, beliefs, prejudices, and love.When a neighbor's disturbing report leads to the discovery of a dead body, Police Chief Lolo turns to Thorne to help investigate. As Thorne follows the twisted trails of truth and mistaken identities, he uncovers shocking secrets.Meanwhile, young divorcée Jennifer Ward relocates to Lillington with her son Kenny, seeking comfort from her father Vernon after years of estrangement. But adjusting to this unfamiliar small town is an immense challenge for Kenny. When Jennifer's ex-husband turns up murdered, Thorne launches another investigation, enlisting the help of his former colleague Big Al.In this close-knit community, the veneers of prestige, power and wealth mask guilt-ridden affairs and lies. Colorful locals, from politically incorrect figures to high and mighty titans, will captivate readers looking for their next compelling story.

It was in the 1950s that mafia boss, Don Amato Rizoso, determined it was time to enter the lucrative human trafficking business. Five dedicated Rizoso mafia wives stepped up to work tirelessly for one desperate purpose: to rescue innocent girls their cutthroat husbands were trafficking in for modern day sale.While, operating in a netherworld teeming with greed and corruption, the wives officially opened business after their daring rescue of multiple sex slaves from a mafia-owned opium den. As they adjusted to their life of vigilante justice, they faced near rescue misses, they helped set-up a daring underground railroad, and they took down the notorious Cocaine Queen. Amidst betrayal, mass slaughter, forbidden love, and a son whose secret threatened his life, they learned that fighting for what they believed in was anything but easy. Nevertheless, those amazing mafia wives worked doggedly to take down a family empire built on the bodies of children - even if it meant their own lives.

Water issues have long challenged human civilization, but the 21st century has brought complex new dimensions to this age-old problem. In the wake of 9/11, cybersecurity concerns have come to dominate water infrastructure management and research. The intensifying climate crisis further strains water resources and systems. Most recently, the COVID-19 pandemic laid bare drinking water quality failings, disproportionately impacting marginalized communities.As the water sector confronts this evolving landscape of challenges old and new, public access to objective scientific information is imperative. This book bridges that gap, providing citizens, students, educators, and other stakeholders with authoritative coverage of cutting-edge water science, technology, and innovation.Readers will gain insight into pressing issues like infrastructure cybersecurity, climate change adaptation, contamination and pollution remediation, and equitable provision of clean, safe drinking water. The text outlines state-of-the-art technological and strategic solutions while unpacking complex themes in accessible language. It is essential reading for anyone seeking the facts and practical tools needed to meet the water sector's unprecedented 21st century tests. From concerned citizens to aspiring scientists, this book empowers all readers with the knowledge to navigate these troubled waters.

In a world where hearts have grown wary and love seems a distant tale, can the unexpected stir the depths of the untouched soul? Through the tender cadence of poetry and the rich weave of prose, we delve into the inner dialogues of two solitary hearts, Noah and Hazel. Each encased in a shell of past scars and present fears, yet fate's whimsical dance entwines their paths in a fleeting, serendipitous encounter. But will this mere whisper of destiny spark a journey of discovery, or will their worlds remain untouched, their meeting a mere ephemeral whisper in time? This narrative explores the delicate step from solitude to the uncharted realm of another's heart.

Life as a survivor is far more than just cancer and treatment, life or death.It is a battle for your sanity, a search for power, a dedication to hope, and an attempt to live whatever time ends up being allotted without succumbing to fear.The Gift of Hope is the intersection of that survival with what it means to be a mother and doctor in these challenging and ever-changing times.Within that journey lies the meaning of perseverance, the worthiness of the fight, and the difference that love makes.

While German bombs were falling on London people didn't worry too much when hearing Hitler's doodlebugs, the dreaded V1 flying bomb. But when the noise stopped then they were worried because they knew that the rocket was about to drop - on them!David, hanging in a basket inside an air raid shelter, was oblivious to all of this for he was just a baby.Growing up in West London he spoke with a cockney accent even though he wasn't a true cockney. He went to a good school and later to an art college but not being impressed with the lifestyle of an artist or of an interior designer he left and got an ordinary job, His sporting interests included rowing with a club on the nearby River Thames and gaining instruction in the sport of judo but at the age of 18 he was looking for something more, an adventure.He joined up for a three-year stint in a colonial police force in Southern Rhodesia and never looked back. He lost his cockney accent, learned a lot about police work and the native Rhodesians, both black and white, and his three-year stint turned into over ten.Then using his police experience he started two successful private security companies, one in Rhodesia, the other in South Africa, and later emigrated to British Columbia in Canada where he started a third.In 1984 he began working for the Canadian government, firstly in a security capacity and later in their commercial sector before taking early retirement on December 31st, 1999, and moving to the United States at the beginning of the new millennium.Now in his fifth country of residence, he resurrected his artistic talents and began selling his art at various shows in the south-eastern United States. He also joined a local rowing club and within a few months was their manager and coach.He has enjoyed many years of travel to over forty countries, has lived in five on three different continents and continues to live a healthy lifestyle which includes kayaking, cycling and plenty of walking.

Emerging from the ashes of a stagnant long-term relationship, Dr. Savannah Dawson finds the adrenaline rush of the emergency room has dulled to a monotonous routine. It's her best friend Lacey who nudges her out of her comfort zone, convincing her to take a leap into the unknown with a new job in Barcelona. However, Savannah soon discovers she's signed up for more than she anticipated, finding herself entwined in a century-old family coca business that demands she apply her sharp wits and judgment beyond the ER.Tomas Rey IV, a man who holds the title of the decade's most eligible bachelor, becomes her most challenging puzzle: a man who might just fulfill her dreams or plunge her into a nightmare. With the aid of serendipity and a loyal group of friends, Savannah navigates the complexities of a new country, a foreign lifestyle, and a covert role she's intent on keeping under wraps. As she adjusts to this unexpected chapter, she hopes to stay beneath the radar, all while the stakes grow ever higher.