Bøger af Tom Jones

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Tom Jones ser tilbage på en karriere, der spænder over seks årtier, og som har nået strålende tinder, men som også har budt på personlige lavpunkter. Arbejderdrengen fra Wales beretter ærligt og i et ligefremt sprog, hvor humoren hele tiden bobler under overfladen. Hvordan var Vegas? Hvordan var Elvis? Hvordan er det at blive overdænget af dametrusser? Og hvordan slipper man ud af rollen som sexikon? Han nåede fra Wales til toppen af showbusiness, som han klamrede sig til, selvom prisen var høj. Det fortæller Sir Tom åbent om, og han deler sine erfaringer i forhold til spørgsmålet om, hvordan man holder sig på toppen og fornyr sig kunstnerisk uden at forfalde til klicheer og uden at blive til grin.

With the demise of the Omega Foundation's largest facility, Kurt Hofmeier and his ever-dwindling skeleton crew of security contractors return to the Principality of Sealand in order to plan for the infiltration of the remaining Omega Foundation facilities. Castle Defense Industries, the most powerful private security firm in the world, discovers the Omega Foundation's existence and extends numerous resources to combat the secret society while withholding evidence of the Omega Foundation from the general public. Kurt Hofmeier finds himself in a race against time as he rushes to recover as much evidence as possible before it becomes property of Castle Defense Industries.

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Tom is a Deacon at his local church in Lansing, Michigan. He and his wife Karen also lead an African Ministry in the Korogocho Slum of Nairobi, Kenya. Tom has always written poetry but until the fall of 2012 has never shared his work with anyone else. He felt God was leading him to publish his poems and share his inner most feelings. In this book of poetry Tom bares his soul about his personal life and his walk with God. He also shares personal stories related to the poems. The poems are his personal testimony.

In the earliest decades of the 20th century, more than twenty-eight million men and women-black and white-began "The Great Migration" north from the Deep South and Appalachia, lured by high wages and the opportunity to make a better life for themselves and their families.Among the white southerners who left their homes, literally hundreds of thousands came to work in the rubber factories of Ohio during the teens and twenties, forever changing its culture, history and politics. Who were they? Other than the throwaway term of "hillbillies," the astonishing fact is that historians really haven't had any idea at all. They tell us that no records, no memoirs, no photographs, no letters home exist for these workers during this defining period of northeast Ohio's history. However, there was one archive that none of these historians knew existed.Based on over 50 hours of previously unpublished oral histories and dozens of family photos, "On A Burning Deck, Return to Akron" continues their story begun in "On A Burning Deck, The Road to Akron," as the head of the family struggles to support a family during recession, depression and strike only to eventually take his place in local government, personally establishing a modern police department and shepherding his community's growth in the years following World War II.Meticulously researched, rich in detail, thoroughly referenced for historical perspective, and completely indexed with hundreds of names, this contextual oral history offers the only first-hand account of industrial Ohio's boom years. A must-read for anyone interested in 20th century history, Kentucky or Ohio history, industrial relations, local governance or genealogy, "On A Burning Deck" is a tale well-told with wry humor and deep insight into the people, the "hillbillies," who built modern industrial Ohio.

In the earliest decades of the 20th century, more than twenty-eight million men and women-black and white-began "The Great Migration" north from the Deep South and Appalachia, lured by high wages and the opportunity to make a better life for themselves and their families.Among the white southerners who left their homes, literally hundreds of thousands came to work in the rubber factories of Ohio during the teens and twenties, forever changing its culture, history and politics. Who were they? Other than the throwaway term of "hillbillies," the astonishing fact is that historians really haven't had any idea at all. They tell us that no records, no memoirs, no photographs, no letters home exist for these workers during this defining period of northeast Ohio's history. However, there was one archive that none of these historians knew existed.Based on over 50 hours of previously unpublished oral histories and dozens of family photos, "On A Burning Deck, The Road to Akron," offers the only complete portrait of one family's origins in rural Kentucky, migration to Akron in 1917, and work in the rubber factories. The companion volume of this work, "Return to Akron," continues their story as the head of the family struggles to support a family during recession, depression and strike only to eventually take his place in local government, personally establishing a modern police department and shepherding his community's growth in the years following World War II.Meticulously researched, rich in detail, thoroughly referenced for historical perspective, and completely indexed with hundreds of names, this contextual oral history offers the only first-hand account of industrial Ohio's boom years. A must-read for anyone interested in 20th century history, Kentucky or Ohio history, industrial relations, local governance or genealogy, "On A Burning Deck" is a tale well-told with wry humor and deep insight into the people, the "hillbillies," who built modern industrial Ohio.

What if Jesus Had a Dog?A dog that trotted along beside Him from Capernaum to Calvary? A dog that understood far more than any of the disciples? A dog that would protect Him with his life if he felt it was necessary? What difference would that have made in the lives of Jesus and the disciples? Those questions are answered in Waldo Maccabees, In the Footsteps of Christ. Along the way, the book's firm foundation of solid research and extensive footnotes puts old familiar stories in their proper historical and sociological perspective, giving them a new and deeper meaning than ever before.

We were much like most other families in America. There were places to go, things to do, and a schedule to keep. My wife Karen and I had been leading an African Mission ministry for ten years. We were partnered with Compassion International and four local churches in Kenya. I am a Deacon at my home church in Lansing, Michigan and I Mentor men in the US and in Kenya. My life style is an active one participating in a variety of strenuous activities. Disc golf, jogging, and hunting to name a few. Our life was fast paced and in hindsight I believe we often took life for granted. I was clueless of what life had in store for me in 2019. The doctors said I was Lucky To Be Alive and even now I get cold chills up my spine when I think about how close I came to death. Suddenly without warning my life was filled with uncertainty. The year was full of raw emotions and my faith was tested to the limit. At times I felt like David standing in front of Goliath. It is not easy to face giants in our lives and a strong faith in God, a good wife and prayers from countless people were all necessities on my journey. Walk this journey with me as you feel what I was feeling. At times there was fear of the unknown and a feeling of being totally alone. At other times doubt in my quality of life or even if I would be alive at all. As I called out to God for help you can see how he guided me every step of the way. I received hope and faith which enabled me to continue the fight. With each little victory my faith grew. Faith that God had more for me to do on this earth. This faith gave me peace on my journey and allowed me to focus on the task at hand of a full recovery. Now I am exciting to still be alive and following the path God has for me. Thank you Jesus.

Many peope including myself go through life feeling like there must be more. I began looking for that special something my life was missing. During my journey I discovered I was actually Searching for the Spirit. Using poetry along with commentary I share many personal stories of encounters I had along the way. When my search was complete I found a life full of meaning and contentment.

A world filled with deception and secrecy is a world that leads to conspiracy. Kurt Hofmeier, an independent private security contractor, learns of the Omega Foundation, a secret society with plans to overthrow all conventional governments and install the New World Order. Fighting in an invisible struggle unknown to the rest of the world, Kurt Hofmeier must stop the secret society before they are able to deploy their secret paramilitary force equipped with the latest advanced prototype weaponry on a global scale. With only a small band of allies to trust, Kurt Hofmeier is both outnumbered and outgunned in the most important conflict of his life.This book contains all three books in the Fallen World Trilogy: Fallen WorldInvisible WarFox Hunter

It has been almost two years since the fall of the Omega Foundation, but Kurt Hofmeier is not out of the fray yet. Though working at a new business in an entirely different part of the nation, the former contractor finds himself in yet another situation. With associates related to the Omega Foundation discovering his new occupation and sending in forces of their own to capture him, Kurt Hofmeier is forced to abandon his home and his business, and he must now flee from the secret society before they are able to track him down. All the while, Castle Defense Industries, the world's largest private security company in the world, is preparing to unveil their newest prototype vehicle to use in their own conflicts. The secret society must choose between hunting down the contractor who leaked their information or relieving Castle Defense Industries of their newest vehicular possession.

Starting my life as a fish is an enchanting and deeply moving novel that will take you on an immersive journey through the wonders and mysteries of the ocean. This captivating story follows the life of a young woman who, after a series of unexpected events, finds herself transformed into a fish.As she navigates her way through her new aquatic world, she discovers a wealth of experiences and emotions that she never knew existed. From the exhilaration of swimming with schools of colorful fish to the fear of being hunted by predators, the protagonist's journey is both thrilling and profound.With its richly detailed descriptions of marine life and its evocative exploration of the human condition, Starting my life as a fish is a must-read for anyone who loves tales of transformation, self-discovery, and the beauty of the natural world. This novel will inspire you to think deeply about what it means to be alive and to appreciate the diversity and complexity of the world around us.Whether you're a fan of literary fiction, magical realism, or simply crave a truly unique and immersive reading experience, Starting my life as a fish is a book that you won't want to miss. So dive into this enchanting story today and discover the secrets of the sea and the wonders of the human heart.

MAKING MUSICALS

The first study of poetic language from a historical and philosophical perspectiveIn a series of 12 chapters, exemplary poems - by Walter Ralegh, John Milton,William Cowper, William Wordsworth, Gerard Manley Hopkins, Wallace Stevens, Ezra Pound, Frank O'Hara, Robert Creeley, W. S. Graham, Tom Raworth, Denise Riley and Thomas A. Clark - are read alongside theoretical discussions of poetic language.The discussions provide a jargon-free account of a wide range of historical and contemporary schools of thought about poetic language, and an organised, coherent critique of those schools (including analytical philosophy, cognitive poetics, structuralism and post-structuralism). Via close readings of poems from 1600 to the present readers are taken through a wide range of styles including modernist, experimental and innovative poetries. Paired chapters within a chronological structure allow lecturers and students to approach the material in a variety of ways (by individual chapters, paired historical periods) that are appropriate to different courses.Key Features: Surveys a variety of linguistic and philosophical approaches to poetic language: analytical, cognitive, post-structuralist, pragmatic Provides readings of complete poems and places those readings within the wider context of each poet's work Combines theory and practice Includes a Glossary, Notes on Poets and Suggested Further Reading

As the late great Samuel Johnson sagely observed, 'When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life.' When author Tom Jones found himself doing the same things week in, week out while living in England's treasured capital, he decided to heed Johnson's words and seek out a thing to do each day in London to make him fall back in love with the city.Here, in Tired of London, Tired of Life, Tom shares the fun, diverting and imaginative things that you can do to keep yourself amused in London. With seasonally appropriate suggestions for each day of the year, you can explore East London by canoe, search for Fagin's lair in Clerkenwell, play petanque in Southwark, seek out Aphrodite in the British Museum on Valentine's Day and enjoy a host of unusual ways to enjoy the capital. So grab your A-Z and start discovering a whole other side to this majestic city.

England is a country which requires more than a second look, an amazingly diverse place, offering almost-unlimited landscapes, culture and history, and a diversity of opportunities which is unrivalled anywhere else in the world. Tired of London, Tired of Life author Tom Jones, has come up with another gem. In Mad Dogs and Englishmen he presents us with a seasonal snapshot of things to do in England at any time of the year, come rain or come shine.Using a mixture of unique seasonal events and interesting places to visit (all presented in attractive bite-sized entries), Mad Dogs and Englishmen is a browsable gift book aimed at those who are interested in getting to know their home country better as well as tourists seeking to make the most of their stay in England.In more than 220 pages Tom Jones demonstrates the diversity of England as a country; presenting interesting, unusual and thought-provoking things to do which also enlighten the reader, and convey the message that England is a great place to live and explore all year round.

During the week, London is the bustlingly centre of big business, with millions of people working all around the capital, but it s at the weekend that the city really comes alive. With London, The Weekends Start Here, explore the unrivalled range of cultural, artistic, historical and outdoor experiences this dynamic capital has to offer, with plenty of time to achieve the unexpected before another Monday morning rolls round. Perfect for Londoners and visitors alike, discover 52 themed weekends, organised by season, with over 250 interesting and quirky entries for unusual and surprising attractions. Including all you need to know about location, transport and the best places to eat and drink. From Wild London in the spring to Nordic London in the winter and Tea Drinker s London, Quiet London, Japanese London and more in between. Multicultural and historical, urban and wild, peaceful and vibrant there s plenty to do in London to suit your mood and interests, as well as the time of year. Why not try ? Drinking in pubs once frequented by pirates and smugglers in Wapping Taking a Scandinavian sauna at the Finnish Church Eating grapes from a royal grape vine Spotting London's Peregrine Falcons Finding literary treasures in the British Library Soaking up the sun on a Japanese Roof Garden Walking the route of a Victorian sewer, and Exploring the chalk downland valleys of south London Get inspired and enjoy all the fun, diverting and imaginative things to do in this great city, one weekend at a time.