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In the late 1980s and early 1990s, the South Bronx had one of the highest per capita murder rates in America. As the use of crack cocaine surged, replacing heroin as the high of choice, dealers and gangs staked claims to territory and consumers through intimidation and murder, and families found themselves fractured by crime and incarceration. Chronicling the rise and fall of Sex Money Murder, one of the most violent gangs of its era, in this engrossing work of gritty urban reportage, Jonathan Green offers a visceral and devastating portrait of a New York City borough going down in flames, and of the detectives and prosecutors struggling to stem the tide of violence. Drawing on first-person interviews, police reports and court transcripts, Sex Money Murder, gives an extraordinary perspective on modern-day America.

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, the South Bronx had one of the highest per capita murder rates in America. As the use of crack cocaine surged, replacing heroin as the high of choice, dealers and gangs staked claims to territory and consumers through intimidation and murder, and families found themselves fractured by crime and incarceration. Chronicling the rise and fall of Sex Money Murder, one of the most violent gangs of its era, in this engrossing work of gritty urban reportage, Jonathan Green offers a visceral and devastating portrait of a New York City borough going down in flames, and of the detectives and prosecutors struggling to stem the tide of violence. Drawing on first-person interviews, police reports and court transcripts, Sex Money Murder, gives an extraordinary perspective on modern-day America.

Printing and Prophecy: Prognostication and Media Change 1450-1550 examines prognostic traditions and late medieval prophetic texts in the first century of printing and their effect on the new medium of print. The many prophetic and prognostic works that followed Europe's earliest known printed book---not the Gutenberg Bible, but the Sibyl's Prophecy, printed by Gutenberg two years earlier and known today only from a single page---over the next century were perennial best sellers for many printers, and they provide the modern observer with a unique way to study the history and inner workings of the print medium. The very popularity of these works, often published as affordable booklets, raised fears of social unrest. Printers therefore had to meet customer demand while at the same time channeling readers' reactions along approved paths. Authors were packaged---and packaged themselves---in word and image to respond to the tension, while leading figures of early modern culture such as Paracelsus, Martin Luther, and Sebastian Brant used printed prophecies for their own purposes in a rapidly changing society.Based on a wide reading of many sources, Printing and Prophecy contributes to the study of early modern literature, including how print changed the relationship among authors, readers, and texts. The prophetic and astrological texts the book examines document changes in early modern society that are particularly relevant to German studies and are key texts for understanding the development of science, religion, and popular culture in the early modern period. By combining the methods of cultural studies and book history, this volume brings a new perspective to the study of Gutenberg and later printers.

Although nearly forgotten today, the prophetic writing of Wilhelm Friess was the most popular work of its kind in Germany in the second half of the sixteenth century. While the author “Wilhelm Friess” was a convenient fiction, his text had a long and remarkable history as it moved from the papal court in fourteenth-century Avignon, to Antwerp under Habsburg oppression, to Nuremberg as it was still reeling from Lutheran failures in the Schmalkaldic War, and then back to Antwerp at the outbreak of the Dutch revolt.Dutch scholars have recognized that Frans Fraet was executed for printing a prognostication by Willem de Vriese, but this prognostication was thought to be lost. A few scholars of sixteenth-century German apocalypticism have briefly noted the prophecies of Wilhelm Friess but have not studied them in depth. The Strange and Terrible Visions of Wilhelm Friess is the first to connect de Vriese and Friess, as well as recognize the prophecy of Wilhelm Friess as an adaptation of a French version of theVademecum of Johannes de Rupescissa, making these pamphlets by far the most widespread source for Rupescissa’s apocalyptic thought in Reformation Germany. The book explains the connection between the first and second prophecies of Wilhelm Friess and discovers the Calvinist context of the second prophecy and its connection to Johann Fischart, one of the most important German writers of the time.Jonathan Green provides a study of how textual history interacts with print history in early modern pamphlets and proposes a model of how early modern prophecies were created and transmitted. The Strange and Terrible Visions of Wilhelm Friess makes important contributions to the study of early modern German and Dutch literature, apocalypticism and confessionalization during the Reformation, and the history of printing in the sixteenth century.

Is there more to politics than politics? What about sincere belief? Or conviction?Both are missing in action, trumped by political expedience.We've just sat through an election campaign in which the major parties fought a pitched battle over precious little, two bitterly adversarial political organisations scrambling desperately for the middle ground, aiming for the broadest common denominator.But the problem is bigger than just this election. We are living through a moment in which the pursuit of power seems the sole objective of political activity. True for Julia Gillard, Kevin Rudd and Tony Abbott.Shouldn't someone hold them to account? Our political media perhaps? Why does it just report politics as show business?The sum of it leaves the rest of us short-changed.In The Year My Politics Broke, Jonathan Green looks at where politics, truth and disconnection collide.

In the Autumn issue of Meanjin Australian literary legend Gerald Murnane explains what a long and complex sentence can do for meaning. We explore the cracks between the gender binary, wonder what it is that makes regional Australia tick, and look again at the art of Tom Roberts. There's new fiction from Michael Wilding and Heather Rose, poetry from Peter Minter and Julie Chevalier, and Mile Franklin winner Sofie Laguna lists her contenders for Australia in Three Books.

Think of an Australian writer and chances are that at some time or another they've had short fiction published in Meanjin. For the first time a treasure trove of this writing leaps from the pages of Meanjin into a book of fine fiction. You'll read Tim Winton, David Malouf and recent work by Jennifer Mills. In between you'll find John Kinsella, Eliot Perlman, Elizabeth Jolley, Nicholas Jose, Bruce Pascoe, Melissa Lucashenko, A.S. Patric and many more.

Who else wants their dream book written today?If you can speak out loud, then YOU have what it takes to become a lightning-fast, bestselling author.Most people dream of writing a book, but those manuscripts end up shoved away in dusty drawers, half-finished and abandoned to be eaten by moths.Many of them are great writers, many of them have great ideas. Yet so many people come to the conclusion that they'll never finish their books.Why? Because they aren't following a proven system.Maybe this is you right now.Maybe you believe that you're not good enough, that you'll never have enough time, or that it's a terrible book idea.You wonder how on earth other people manage to find time to write alongside their jobs, family and other commitments.But the assumption that writing is a slow process and books take six months or years to write is outdated.You can easily increase your efficiency three to four times MORE by using this system. As much value as there is in quality, quantity also plays a significant factor.The days where you need to have access to expensive or special equipment are gone.And one of the fastest ways to become profitable as an author nowadays is to write faster.Let me show you how you can hit the finish line at record speed. Every. Single. Time.This is the same system that allows me to spend more time with my family, earn more money and accomplish four times the amount of work in the same eight hours a day.It's allowed me to release books on an exponential scale, to set goals of writing fifty books per year.This book was written using the same strategy. It can be done.And now you can do the same.This ISN'T a book you read for inspiration and walk away feeling good. This is a book about taking ACTION. I want you to be generating MORE CONTENT THAN YOU EVEN NEED.What you will walk away with...Learn The Conveyor Belt Method: The step-by-step process which will give you an unshakeable FOUNDATION for your writing careerBecome One With Your Creative Mind: How to become so efficient with your methodology that you can AVOID writer's block entirelyMaster Your Location Independence: The secret writing anytime and ANYWHERE you want Harness Your Long Term Sales: Get the exact ingredients you need to capture your readers for good and turn them into lifelong fans Imagine if...Writing books was no longer a struggle and you could churn out bestsellers on a whimYou could write a book in your spare time and don't need to fight against your other commitmentsYou could come up with an idea in the morning, plan out your content and have your first draft FINISHED by the afternoon Don't let your book rot in a drawer like all the rest.Your time is NOW.You could have the book you've always dreamed of writing in your hands TODAY.Begin your journey by clicking the button above.

A World War Two fighter pilot discovers that there are worse things that man's inhumanity to man when he is sent to a secluded stately home to recuperate from his injuries after being shot down in the African desert... Desperate men unwittingly unleash a devastating plague upon the world, one that hungers for human flesh... A young mother struggles to cope with looking after two small children, a situation that only worsens with the arrival of a sinister childhood toy... A writer's research into the legend of the Lambton Worm takes a horrifying twist when he uncovers the true origin of the story... Thirteen tales of darkness, featuring everything from zombies and demons, to mummies and the unspeakable horrors that dwell beyond the physical universe, written by JONATHAN GREEN, creator of the Steampunk world of Pax Britannia. "Can do dark very well." - Jonathan Oliver, editor "A writer at the top of his game." - Dean M Drinkel, editor "Green gets mileage out of his monsters..." - SFX Magazine

Embark on a Financial Adventure: Journey to Becoming a Young Investment WizardImagine unlocking a world where your allowance or birthday money isn't just for spending-it's your ticket to building your very own treasure. Stock Market Stars: A Beginner's Guide to Investing for Kids is your map to navigating the vast, exciting seas of the stock market. It's not just a book; it's a doorway to understanding and mastering the art of making your money grow.Our journey begins with the basics of money, where you'll learn not just to save, but to make your savings multiply. Through engaging stories and easy-to-understand examples, you'll see how money grows and why your budget is your best friend. As we delve deeper, the mysteries of the stock market will unfold before your eyes, transforming what seems like a complex web into a clear path towards financial success.History, strategies, and secrets of famous investors come alive, offering lessons that will guide you in making smart choices. By setting up your first investment account, you're not just saving; you're taking the reins of your financial future, learning to ride the waves of the market with confidence. Investing isn't just for adults, and this guide proves that age is but a number when it comes to financial acumen.With Stock Market Stars, you're not just reading; you're preparing for a future where you're in control. From understanding technical analysis to navigating the impacts of news on stocks, to making ethical investment choices, you are equipped to make decisions that reflect your values and goals. The most common pitfalls are laid bare, offering wisdom that will shield you from common mistakes and propel you towards success.Embark on this journey, and discover the power of investing. Your adventure towards becoming a young investment wizard starts now. Let Stock Market Stars light up your path to financial literacy and freedom. Be bold, be curious, and let's shape your future, one investment at a time.

Revel in the fun and fascinating explanations behind Scottish traditions and folklore—from William Wallace, Rob Roy, and MacBeth to golf, kilts, and haggis.Here are the answers to questions you’ve always had—or never knew you had—and more as he covers all aspects of Scotland. From Scottish culture to the ancient history of the country to modern pastimes, this book has all that and more. Learn…Why the thistle is the floral emblem of Scotland,How Scotch whisky is made,Why the Scots celebrate HogmanayHow to play the bagpipesIf there is really a monster living in Loch NessWhat is GaelicWhat is the Stone of DestinyAnd much more.This delightful book is the perfect gift for anyone planning a visit to Scotland, with an interest in Scottish history, or a drop of Scottish blood. With 50 color illustrations.

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Do you want to grab your job search by the HORNS, and not spend your life at the mercy of the HR department? Do you want to build a profitable career - automatically?Are you struggling to get back to work and trapped in a career you don't love? Or just tired of getting paid 'what you're worth' instead of what you deserve?Hard working employees, people between jobs, and the unemployed - you need to read Seven Networking Secrets for Jobseekers - as soon as possible In this book, you'll learn how to smash the glass ceiling that has limited your income for far too long.You cannot underestimate the power of "who you know."Learn how to blast through every roadblock keeping you from achieving your goals. From "overqualified" to "lack of exeperience" to "we went in another direction" to "we decided to hire internally;"Seven Networking Secrets takes laser aim at every bogus excuse for giving the job to someone else and breaks down this perfect networking sytem into SEVEN SIMPLE STEPS that anyone can take to get a better job, get offered more money than the job listing and get back to work fast.It doesn't matter if you're already working, about to get downsized, or you have been out of work for decades; get ready to smash your chains and gain a better financial outlook and more free time to do what you love Packed with advice you can put to use right away; you'll learn how to build a safety network that ensures you are NEVER struggling to find employment ever again.What pragmatic and actionable skills will you learn? How to find out about jobs before they are posted on any websites The simple technique for getting brand new friends to put your hat in the ring for dream jobs The secret to being the only person interviewed every time you apply for a job The foolproof method for removing all risk from your job interviews The most common mistakes even smart jobseekers make and how to avoid them. The singular best way to become "unfirable" at every job How to double your income every single time you take a new positionAlso the following insights: The 4 critical mistakes you must avoid to keep your career from collapsing Six different ways you can use the power of friendship to accelerate your business A step-by-step guide for finding your unique value and using it to build a business How to form alliances so that your job search is running even while you sleep PLUS, examples to jumpstart the process Here's what this book ISN'T this isn't about printing lame business cards, passing them out at boring networking events, or takling to other jobseekers and praying for a miracle. This is about building a consistent, unique and authentic strategy that you can use to grow your career TODAY.How will your life improve? Never live in fear of a boss ever again Go to sleep knowing that your children's FUTURE IS SECURE Follow a process only a few MASTER NETWORKERS have figured out Build a career that lets you take dream vacations Form an army of friends and business connections dedicated to helping you succeedFollow this amazing journey and take control of your destiny by scrolling up and clicking the BUY NOW button at the top of this page