Bøger af Michael Clarke

IP'S Living Now Award SILVER WINNER - 2010Eric Hoffer Award 1ST RUNNER UP - 2010IP's Highlighted Title Award ENDORSEMENT - 2010ForeWord's Book of the Year Award FINALIST - 2010USA Best Book Award FINALIST - 2010ADDING POWER TO THE FIGHTING TECHNIQUES OF KARATEHojo Undo means 'supplementary training,' and using these tools is the key for developing the devastating power of karate techniques. Without Hojo Undo training, a practitioner cannot reach the profound strength levels required for a lifetime of karate training. This book details how to construct and use many training tools, provides accurate mechanical drawings, comprehensive training methods, and discusses the historical context to understand why Hojo Undo was created in 'old' Okinawa. Warm up exercises Detailed construction drawings Build your own Hojo Undo tools! Learn how to use the tools to develop devastating power Link your increased power to fighting techniques Hear what Okinawan Masters say about Hojo Undo training

Military commanders matter. They win or lose battles, determine the outcomes of wars and often shape the history of nations. But they are also human individuals. This study of thirty-four British commanders, from Boudica to Bomber Harris, reflects on their personal stories, as individuals and warriors; as husbands and wives, libertines and lovers, strategists and shapers of British history over almost two thousand years. Short biographical essays, by military analyst Michael Clarke, cover a sweep of British history from the epic story of Queen Boudica in Roman Britain, to the generals, admirals and air marshals of the First and Second World Wars. Their styles of leadership, their strategies âEUR" or in some cases lack of them âEUR" are examined as they throw themselves on fortune. And the Gods of War decide whom will be lucky, and whom not. Some commanders described here were obvious shapers of British history, like King Alfred, William the Conqueror, Henry V, Cromwell, Marlborough, Wellington or Montgomery. Some were unlucky and seemed beset by failure, like Walter Raleigh, Sir John Moore or General John Gort. Others are less well-known as significant commanders; like Lady Aethelflaid of Mercia, the Empress Matilda, the âEUR¿greatest knightâEUR(TM), Sir William Marshal, or Cuthbert Collingwood who served with Nelson at Trafalgar. All have fascinating stories. Their experiences are compared in two final chapters that draw from unique interviews with a number of living British commanders who reflect on the âEUR¿eternal veritiesâEUR(TM) of command but also the new conditions of twenty-first century warfare.

The epic tale of Ulysses and his ten-year journey home after the fall of Troy, retold for modern readers. This timeless story of adventure, heroism, and perseverance has captivated readers for centuries.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The story of AE-ne'as, as related by the Roman poet Ver'gil in his celebrated poem called the AE-ne'id, which we are to tell about in this book, is one of the most interesting of the myths or legends that have come down to us from ancient authors. Vergil lived in the time of the Roman Emperor Au-gus'tus (63 B. C.-14 A. D.), grand-nephew and successor of Ju'li-us Cae'sar. Augustus and his chief counsellor or minister Mae-ce'nas, gave great encouragement to learning and learned men, and under their liberal patronage arose a number of eminent writers to whose works has been given the name of classics, as being of the highest rank or class. The period is known as the Augustan Age, a phrase also used in reference to periods in the history of other countries, in which literature reached its highest perfection. Thus the reign of Queen Anne (1702-1714) is called the Augustan age of English literature, because of the number of literary men who flourished in England in that period, and the excellence of their works.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

A London teenager has been shot dead and all the signs are it's gang-related. Soon Detective Inspector Pete Kennedy has a prime suspect in his sights - but the gang he is up against won't give up without a fight. As Kennedy tries to build a case in the face of a wall of silence, he encounters the next generation of street criminals - not yet in their teens, but already preparing to follow their older brothers on the road to riches, prison or death. All Day, Every Day is a fast-paced thriller which goes behind the headlines about street gangs and shootings to create a chillingly authentic picture of life on the front line in 21st century London. Michael Clarke is a former crime reporter for Police Review, the BBC and the Daily Mail

This open-access book fills a huge gap in the study of classical reception in Irish literature by making accessible in translation selections from a wide variety of 10th-15th century texts. These texts are important because they demonstrate Ireland's indigenous and pre-colonial expertise in classical learning. Ireland thus emerges as a unique case in postcolonial terms where classical education is normally assumed to derive from a British imperial model. The collection situates the antiquity sagas into a broader framework of Irish, Scandinavian, and international medieval literatures. The first section of the book correlates historical Irish and world chronologies with those of ancient Greece and Rome (including texts such as the first fragment of the Annals of Tigernach). The second and third sections focus on the reception of Homer and Latin epics (including such texts as Togail Troí, Imtheachta Aeniasa and In Cath Catharda). The fourth section looks at pseudo-histories with texts such as Merugud Uilix and Scéla Alaxandair. Finally the sixth section explores histories and books of scholarly knowledge (including texts such as Dindshenchas and Auraicept na nÉces). Together these extracts posit thematic analogies between Irish and Graeco-Roman traditions across genre, historiography, linguistics and mythography, showcasing the marked influence of classical concepts and tropes.The ebook editions of this book are available open access under a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 licence on www.bloomsburycollections.com. Open access was funded by the European Research Council.

The definitive guide to the Scottish National Gallery's remarkable collection of French paintings in two volumes.

While Mazeman and the Mazecrew are trying to enjoy some time at the beach, they help others in need, meet up with some scary creatures, find treasure and finally have some fun at the ocean. Kids of all ages can follow along with their adventure while solving mazes along the way.

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The book ""Story of Caesar"" by Michael Clarke is a historical account of the life and times of Julius Caesar, the renowned Roman general and statesman who played a significant role in shaping the history of the Roman Empire. The book covers Caesar's early life, his military campaigns, his rise to power, and his eventual assassination. The author provides a detailed analysis of Caesar's character, his political ambitions, and his impact on the Roman society. The book also explores the social and cultural milieu of ancient Rome, providing insights into the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the Roman people. Written in a lucid and engaging style, ""Story of Caesar"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of ancient Rome and the life of one of its most iconic figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Manuscripts provide rich documentary evidence for understanding the history of cultural life across the breadth of Europe and Asia down through the Middle Ages. Many illustrate engagement between and across languages, in both similar and contrasting ways from east to west. The demarcation of manuscript studies into single-language academic disciplines has often obscured this reality, privileging one constituent part or contributing language from each manuscript rather than exploring the combination as a nuanced and complex whole. This volume seeks to examine manuscripts as integrally united artefacts, respecting the diversity of their constituent elements. Case studies are presented of twelve manuscripts with evidence for various levels of inter-language exchange and collision, from horizons as diverse as the Atlantic West, Carolingian Europe, the Byzantine world, the Silk Road cultures, and east Asia. The essays function individually as discrete contributions, but together they highlight a range of overlapping themes, illustrating language interaction in global religions, pedagogical exchange, and secular society-building.The analogies as well as the concrete points of connection between them underline the value of a cross-disciplinary approach.

Complete digitally restored reprint (facsimile) of the original edition of 1897 (eclectic school readings) with excellent resolution and outstanding readability. Illustrated with 29 pictures. The Story of Troy is a work of history written by Michael Clarke (1844-1916). It is an excellent choice for those wishing to familiarise themselves with the story in a quick and efficient manner. He has created a well-written account of Troy's history. His writing is concise and definitive and this book could best be categorized as an introductory history.

In this book we are to tell the story of Troy, and particularly of the famous siege which ended in the total destruction of that renowned city. It is a story of brave warriors and heroes of 3000 years ago, about whose exploits the greatest poets and historians of ancient times have written. Some of the wonderful events of the memorable siege are related in a celebrated poem called the Iliad, written in the Greek language. The author of this poem was Homer, who was the author of another great poem, the Odyssey, which tells of the voyages and adventures of the Greek hero, Ulysses, after the taking of Troy.

The road trip is becoming a lost in America; it's time to get back the feel of the road in the steering and the sound the wind makes passing over the top of windshield. Join Todd Stiles and Buzz Murdoch as they return to Route 66 thirty years later to complete a journey they didn't complete. In the tradition of Jack Kerouac and Don Quixote they will take you on an "A" ticket ride across America. Pack your bags and your memories and head for the driveway until you put Route 66: The Last Mile down your going to be away from home for awhile. "Get a good grip on that steering wheel and turn the key!"

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Award Winner of Literary Titan ¿¿¿¿¿ ¿Rumour has it that in the curious town of Pick-Pock, nothing is ever as it seems.The quaint streets and simple people will lull you into a dream. Keep your eyes open and watch your back. Be quick on your feet and never linger. But if you receive an invitation to join the academy...Beware!Your life will change forever. In The Adventures of Pick Pock, Tick Tock, Rad Manning, Mia Yang, and Eric Bailey had absolutely nothing in common- except for several behaviour issues- and it was highly unlikely their paths would ever cross until the wise headmaster, Mr Chan, brought them together.In an unexpected turn of events, the teens soon realized that facing outrageous illusions, passing daring obstacles, and wielding unusual powers were just the beginning to unlocking Pick-Pock's mysteries-not to mention being chased by a clan of golden monkeys!What happens when you team up a proud Viking-wannabe, a hotheaded teen drama queen, and a gibbering klutz for six entire months?Mischief, mayhem, and rip-roaring adventures, of course!

Finally...a Social Media Book for People Who Hate Social Media! In "Social Media Marketing Made (Stupidly) Easy," you'll learn: The when, what, where and how of a perfect money-making Twitter Strategy How to create YouTube marketing videos that make you cash (and don't put people into a coma) The secret to converting Pinterest pins and pinboards into rabid, fanatical customers The undiscovered Facebook marketing sauce nobody will tell you about (because it works!) How to turn your email list into the most lucrative asset in your business It's like FIVE BOOKS IN ONE! Because we've collected the best-selling books from Punk Rock Marketing editor, Michael Clarke, in one single, concise volume. So if you want to go past the usual boring, rah-rah social media marketing crap and get into the meat of what will actually help you sell your stuff and make more money... ...grab a copy of "Social Media Marketing Made (Stupidly) Easy" and begin your world domination...today!

China, hitherto barely affected by terrorism, now confronts a phenomenon all too familiar to other nations.