Bücher von Duncan Smith

Rocker Jimmy Brandt has given up on his dreams. He's settled down in the suburbs with his girlfriend and cat... until strange forces tempt him back to his former life. Soon he faces a choice between good and evil, and life is so rewarding when you turn to the dark side. When the world of showbiz is evil, it's the wicked who succeed.Soon Jimmy is flying high again, but the higher you fly, the further you can fall. Only an old, forgotten friend can save him - but does he want to be saved?Also features the soundtrack album The Maelstrom Ascendant by rock band, Lighthouse XIII. 'Jimmy Brandt is the anti-hero for our times, the one we need. An epic and unforgettable tale.' Beck Hartnell. 'A modern day Jekyll and Hyde story set in the age of technology and the corrupt world of showbiz.' Robin Franks.

When Jimmy Brandt saves the life of a stranger, he is given the 'Vortex Winder,' a magic device which grants him a new special power each week.Jimmy tries to make a comeback to his former life as a rock musician, but the Vortex Winder has other ideas. Whether it's accidental YouTube fame, a love affair in Germany, or a nightmare stint in a foreign prison, the adventures of Jimmy Brandt are always a surprise. Trailed by his mentor, Iolango, and his tormentor, Elijinx, Jimmy's story builds to an epic climax.'An adult fairytale for the 21st century. Brilliant and original.'C. Walker, Highlight. Book One of the Vortex Winder series. Also features the soundtrack album Vortex Winder by rock band, Lighthouse XIII.

This book is an in-depth study of how to promote integrity and avoid fraud & corruption in the work of international organisations, in particular multilateral development banks, such as the European Investment Bank, World Bank, Asian/Inter-American/African Development Banks and European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

If feminism is a noble cause, why is it so unpopular? And why is there more anger between men and women than ever before?  In the age of  the Women’s March and Me Too, many women believe they are at war. At the same time, men are boycotting marriage, and anti-feminist groups are on the rise. There is a backlash against feminism. Some dismiss it as misogyny, but that is a mistake. Unless the movement answers its critics, it will never gain mass support and the gender wars will rage 'til doomsday. What is the real state of feminism today? The Vast and the Spurious sorts truth from lies, posing 25 problems to do with:male privilegerape culturethe gender pay gapfeminism’s war against its enemies, men’s rights activists. This book is sympathetic to the real problems women face, yet argues they will only achieve real equality when feminism is reformed. With its clear and witty style, The Vast and the Spurious is a compelling read for those interested in the current state of women’s rights, men’s rights, and the gender war. “This is no angry polemic, but a light-hearted, factual and fair introduction to feminism’s various hypocrisies and contradictions."Karen Straughan. ‘"Whether for the uninitiated, the curious, or the indoctrinated, this book offers a witty rebuttal to modern feminist claims and exaggerations. Grounded in common sense and empathy, it makes the rational case, too rarely heard, for harmony between the sexes and respect for men's contributions."Janice Fiamengo, Professor of English, University of Ottawa, Canada, and editor of Sons of Feminism: Men Have Their Say.

In this study the author examines the socialist society of the German Democratic Republic. Throughout the book, questions are raised about the nature of representation, the role of subjectivity in ideological formations, and especially the role of such subjectivity when westerners attempt to 'tell the objective truth' about socialist societies.