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Unconventional Being: Poems by Guy Farmer

Unconventional Being: Poems by Guy Farmer

Guy Farmer

Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2018
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Delve deep into the human condition in all its pettiness and brokenness. Discover a world where people habitually don't behave with courage and altruism. This remarkable collection of unconventional, minimalist free verse poems by poet Guy Farmer takes you on a thought-provoking journey through the frailties of humankind.
Guy Operation Saponify

Guy Operation Saponify

Andy Gilbrook

Andrew Gilbrook
2024
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The United Kingdom, Spain, Chile. A story based on real events.Few people are thought smart enough to be selected and trained as a spy for Her Majesty's Government, fewer qualify. The Author is one such man, who uniquely, was chosen at the age of 16, still the only person to pass selection without an education through the university system and one so young. In this, Andy's second book, he describes one short operation that could have stopped the Falklands War with Argentina. SAS were in position, only the final go-ahead was needed from Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. She chose to fight the war. Perhaps if the PM had decided to give Operation Saponify a chance, 907 soldier's lives would have been saved.The operation was born from a personal project over many years to find escaped WWII Nazis, using highly classified documents, only available to those inside the service and information supplied by the CIA. Would he find the top Nazi? If he did, history would have to be rewritten. One Nazi Andy did find was murdered by a little known group in France "The Avengers" after Andy deliberately passed them information. This Nazi's subsequent murder proved the existence of a mole inside MI6, London. This story is also a tale of a young man struggling to find love while living in a world of deceit and lies. Everything he knows, everything he is, has been the result of training by the British Government and those inside a system where normal life and reality become blurred. A life where normal laws are often ignored for the safety of the State. How could Andy find his soul mate when he could not tell what his real job was. His work would make his life very lonely if he couldn't find his perfect partner. Karen could have been his perfect partner. Yet her own work inside the service would prevent them from being together, prevented by the very people he works for, MI6. In 2012, he was informed Karen had died from cancer, did he finally decide to reveal his secret life to his friends and family to release the buried secrets from his struggling sanity. A risky choice, one he did not take lightly, but he knew deep inside it was the only way forward for his peace of mind.This is his personal story, thrilling, surprising and an eye-opener into the life of, An Ordinary Guy, who truly was, An Unknown Spy.Be ready to rewrite history...
Guy Mannering (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
Guy Mannering encounters a gypsy named Meg Merrilies, who makes a prophetic claim about the Bertram's newborn son. As predicted, the boy disappears under mysterious circumstances. The story leaps forward seventeen years to find Mannering, now a colonel, returning to a much-changed Ellangowan. The narrative weaves through a series of adventures involving hidden identities, legal battles for inheritance, and the uncovering of past secrets. The novel combines elements of mystery and romance with a vivid portrayal of 18th-century Scottish society.Guy Mannering holds a significant place in historical literature due to its vivid depiction of 18th-century Scottish life, particularly in the Galloway region. Initially conceived as a supernatural tale, the narrative evolved into a complex story of inheritance, kidnapping, and adventure spanning locations from rural Scotland to India. Its portrayal of social and legal challenges of the era, including smuggling and lawlessness, resonated with readers, making it a massive success with the first edition selling out on the day of its release in 1815. This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian-inspired dust jacket.
There is a Guy in a Vat that is the entire story
Introducing "The Guy in a Vat: Exploring the Depths of Reality, Knowledge, and Morality."Dive into the intriguing thought experiment that has captivated philosophers for centuries, as this comprehensive book delves into the profound implications of the Guy in a Vat scenario on epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, literature, and popular culture.Uncover the limits of human knowledge, question the nature of existence, and ponder the ethical dilemmas posed by this mind-bending concept.With expert analysis and thought-provoking insights, this book offers a captivating exploration of the Guy in a Vat that will leave you questioning your own reality.
Guy Martin

Guy Martin

Phil Wain

Carlton Books Ltd
2017
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'Speed and danger don't always go together, but it's proper fun when they do.' Guy MartinTruck fitter, ace racer, daredevil, speed junkie, all-round 'character', Guy Martin is just a normal guy, driven to succeed by a passion for speed, whether it is on his daily 20-mile cycle to work – his exploits on the track and for television are extra-curricular and he always makes up for his time away – or on his collection of prized motorcycles.Renowned for a loveable if scattergun personality, Guy is a down-to-earth hero, a modern-day celebrity motivated not by wealth and fame, but by his love of his bikes and trucks. He considers his biggest successes in life are not his race wins or his celebrity status – but his truck MOT pass rates!Guy Martin: Portrait of a Bike Legend charts his eventful life in pictures and recounts Guy's career in front and away from the spotlight. It is the first illustrated biography of a man who doesn't do things by half – if it's not a challenge to life, limb and sanity, then he isn't interested.
Guy Gibson: Dambuster

Guy Gibson: Dambuster

Geoff Simpson

Pen Sword Aviation
2013
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A new assessment of the life of one of the most famous and controversial airmen of the Second World War, this book covers Guy Gibson's sometimes troubled upbringing and the impact on him of his time at St Edward's School, Oxford. In particular, the story of his career in the RAF is relayed, including his stunning leadership achievement in creating No 617 Squadron and leading its attack on the dams of western Germany. The much discussed circumstances of his unnecessary death and the theories which have grown up around it are examined, as well as his legacy - he remains a great British hero almost 70 years after his death in a world utterly different to the one he knew.
Guy Motors

Guy Motors

Kevin Warrington

The Crowood Press Ltd
2018
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Covering all the motor bus and trolleybus products of Guy Motors, this book recounts the history of an iconic British coachbuilder. It begins with the early origins of Sydney Guy's eponymous company, followed by the ubiquitous Arab bus and the eventual absorption of the company into the British Leyland empire. Starting with the small single deck vehicles of the 1920s, the story continues with the development of the six-wheeled chassis, with both internal combustion and electrically powered trolleybus formats. The book also examines the leading technological developments in braking, suspension and chassis design, now commonplace, that were to lead to both the Victory and Wulfrunian products, neither of which were the commercial success originally intended. The story develops with the acquisition of the Guy Motors business by Jaguar and eventual absorption into British Leyland, and ends with the final Guy Motors-inspired designs sold under the Leyland brand. In addition to new images of preserved vehicles, the book is illustrated with an extensive selection of period images of vehicles in normal service and manufacturer's sales brochures.
Guy de Maupassant

Guy de Maupassant

Christopher Lloyd

Reaktion Books
2020
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The most celebrated French storyteller of the nineteenth century, Guy de Maupassant was a master of the modern short story. Offering an intriguing picture of French life, the enduring appeal of his stories derives from understated artistry, extreme craftsmanship and the universality of his characters and their aspirations and misfortunes.In this insightful and compelling biography, the only one in English currently available, Christopher Lloyd situates Maupassant’s life and work in the literary and social context of nineteenth-century France. Lloyd skilfully introduces the reader to Maupassant’s most famous works, such as Boule de suif, Bel-Ami and Pierre et Jean, as well as highlighting the important stages and achievements of his life and legacy.
The Girl Factor: A Survival Guide for the Frustrated [Christian] Guy
Here's a topic a guy can't ignore -- Perhaps you're one of those good-looking, smooth dudes who attract babes like a magnet. Then again, maybe you're more like me... Taunted by heavenly bodies... Friends talk about sex like they know all about it... You dream of getting married one day the way that God intended... BUT prospects just aren't syncing with your desires --- This book is for you. And it's not written by some happily-long-since-married stuffy old pastor or some super-spiritual bloke who's engaged to a model I'm 23 years old and can't even say I know much about dating girls... BUT I'VE FOUND HOPE with a little help from above --- So let's laugh and be serious about why we're so attracted to the opposite sex, what intimacy is, how to tackle temptations, approaching dating and staying intact through heartbreaks. AND GET READY TO MEET THE LOVE OF YOUR LIFE - "The perspective The Girl Factor] offers is very unique, challenging and helpful. It will speak into loads of lives." Matt, 17 --- "...is the best book I've EVER read in my entire life on the issue ...it's just so REAL and it's personal. I wish I knew about this years ago." Jake, 24
Guy Gibson and his Dambuster Crew

Guy Gibson and his Dambuster Crew

Charles Foster

THE HISTORY PRESS LTD
2023
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The Dams Raid is the RAF’s most famous bombing operation of the Second World War, and Guy Gibson, who was in command, its most famous bomber pilot. Of the six men who made up his crew on the Dams Raid – two Canadians, an Australian and three Englishmen – only one had previously flown with him, but altogether the men had previously amassed more than 180 operations.Drawing on rare and unpublished sources and family archives, this new study is the first to fully detail their stories. It explores the previous connections between the seven men who would eventually fly on just one operation together and examines how their relationships developed in the months they spent in each other’s company.
The Classic Ghost Stories Collection: Chilling Tales from Guy de Maupassant, M. R. James, Edith Wharton, E. F. Benson, Sheridan Le Fanu, Henry James
This handsome anthology brings together 60 of the greatest ghost stories ever written, presented in a jacketed hardback with beautifully gothic endpaper illustrations. Featuring silent spectres, petrifying phantoms and all manner of ghastly ghosts, these tales will terrify and entertain in equal measure. Whether the apparitions are discovered by intrepid adventurers, solemn priests or mild-mannered academics, the haunted must reconsider their most basic assumptions and work out how best to respond to these supernatural assaults. Tales include: - A Ghost by Guy de Maupassant- The Red Room by H. G. Wells- The Signalman by Charles Dickens - The Room in the Tower by E.F. Benson - The Whistling Room by William Hope Hodgson- The Stalls of Barchester Cathedral by M.R. James- Strange Event in the Life of Schalken the Painter by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu These uncanny tales will haunt you long after the book is closed... ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Retro Classics are beautiful hardcover collections which bring together the best short stories from across the science fiction, fantasy and horror genres. With striking retro cover designs and illustrated endpapers by Tithi Luadthong, these editions make wonderful collectibles for your home library.
Guy Fawkes & The Gunpowder Plot

Guy Fawkes & The Gunpowder Plot

Peter Brimacombe

Pitkin Publishing
2014
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Branded one of the greatest villains of all time, the name Guy Fawkes is synonymous with a spectacular crime that never was – the Gunpowder Plot. But who was this young man, caught up in a world of intrigue, treachery, betrayal, spies, double agents and informers? Why did he become involved in this plan to bring down the government and monarchy? Who were his fellow conspirators? And who was really responsible for orchestrating this would-be act of treason? Unravel these mysteries, discover why the scheme failed and the eventual fate of the doomed plotters in this informative and finely illustrated Pitkin Guide.
Guy of Warwick: Icon and Ancestor
The first interdisciplinary enquiry into a key figure in medieval and early modern culture. Guy of Warwick is England's other Arthur. Elevated to the status of national hero, his legend occupied a central place in the nation's cultural heritage from the Middle Ages to the modern period. Guy of Warwick: Icon and Ancestor spans the Guy tradition from its beginnings in Anglo-Norman and Middle English romance right through to the plays and prints of the early modern period and Spenser's Faerie Queene, including the visual tradition in manuscript illustration and material culture as well as the intersection of the legend with local and national history. This volume addresses important questions regarding the continuities and remaking of romance material, and therelation between life and literature. Topics discussed are sensitive to current critical concerns and include translation, reception, magnate ambition, East-West relations, the construction of "Englishness" and national identity,and the literary value of "popular" romance. ALISON WIGGINS is Lecturer in English Language at the University of Glasgow; ROSALIND FIELD is Reader in Medieval Literature at Royal Holloway, University of London. Note on ebook images: Due to limited rights we are unable to make all images in this book available in the ebook version. If you'd like to purchase the ebook regardless, please email us on [email protected] to obtain a PDF of the images. We apologise for the inconvenience caused. CONTRIBUTORS: JUDITH WEISS, MARIANNE AILES, IVANA DJORDJEVIC, ROSALIND FIELD, ALISON WIGGINS, A.S.G. EDWARDS, ROBERT ALLEN ROUSE, DAVID GRIFFITH, MARTHA W. DRIVER, SIAN ECHARD, ANDREW KING, HELEN COOPER
Guy Butler

Guy Butler

University of KwaZulu-Natal Press
2009
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Guy Butler was a substantial public figure in South Africa over the second half of the twentieth century: professor, poet, playwright, autobiographer, historian and cultural politician. Nevertheless, his is not a familiar name to the majority of South Africans and - where he is known - Butler remains a problematic figure. Even before his death in 2001, he was seen as a 'grand old man' in South African literature rather than as a writer for a new generation of readers. Yet much of Butler's work was (and still is) subversive and intellectually compelling; it has enduring literary value. His response to the South African situation presents us with a challenge: to acknowledge frankly those elements in his oeuvre that distance him from us, without losing sight of the significance it holds. This title makes use of Butler's private correspondence and unpublished archive material, combining biographical insight with criticism of his publications in various genres to offer a balanced explication of his life and work.