Bøker av Paul Evans

In his younger days, mysteries consumed him. The allure of Agatha Christie's intricate plots kept him engrossed for hours, as he delved into each twist and turn. Drawing from the vibrant tapestry of his own life - rich, thrilling, and ever-evolving - he crafted a narrative that seamlessly blends his experiences with fiction. While firmly rooted in reality, he infused the tale with creative embellishments, taking full advantage of artistic liberty. After sharing the initial draft with close friends, the overwhelming response was one of surprise, particularly at the story's unexpected climax. Dive in, and let his journey surprise you too.

It's Christmas Eve...and I can't sleep. Hey, what's that noise? Is it my new puppy that's on my 'list'? Is it Rudolph and friends? Could it be the 'Big Guy' himself?I have to get up and go investigate. OH MY GOSH! No one will ever believe what I just saw..."Thanks Santa Paul, our students' behavior, attitude, and effort have improved thanks to this awesome story! We also love Santa's Behavior Chart. We have it on our classroom walls."-Ms. Karly, Special Education Teacher and Ms. Jeriann, First Grade Teacher, Warwick, RI"This is now our go-to book on Christmas Eve and throughout the whole year. Our 3 small children love it! We definitely recommend it!"-The Carroll Family, Northbridge, MA"Please, Just Leave the Glass is now part of our family tradition on Christmas Eve!"-The Evans Family, Fairfield, CT

Life is the 21st century is laden with challenges from the climate emergency to extreme politics. However, in this inspired anthology of poems, voices around the world use the power of the written word to make us stand up, rebel and ignite change.

A beautifully lyrical collection of essays on the natural world in Britain by the Guardian's country diary writer Paul Evans.

A profoundly satisfying read Financial TimesIn Field Notes from the Edge, the acclaimed writer of the Guardian's 'Country Diary', Paul Evans, takes us on a journey through the in-between spaces of Nature such as strandlines, mudflats, cliff tops and caves where one wilderness is on the verge of becoming another and all things are possible. Here, Evans searches out wildlife and plants to reveal a Nature that is inspiring yet intimidating; miraculous yet mundane; part sacred space, part wasteland. It is here that we tread the edge between a fear of Nature s dangers and a love of Nature s beauty.Combining a naturalist s eye for observation with a poet s ear for the lyrical, Field Notes from the Edge confirms Paul Evans's place among our leading nature writers today.

Paul Evans (1945-1991) was a significant member of a group of radical new poets that appeared in England in the late 1960s, but his work remains scattered through a number of small-press publications from 1970-1987. This title presents a selection of Evans' work from throughout his career.

Engaging China is a concise account of the evolution and state of the Canadian approach to China, its achievements, disappointments, and current dilemmas.

Identifies and defines the concepts and ideas central to security discourse in the Pacific region. This book looks at how concepts such as "human security" and "non-traditional security" have evolved and found adherents.

As Britain emerged from the Second World War, the armed forces desperately needed extra manpower to face new threats from old allies and to meet the considerable obligations of its Empire. This title explains what life was like for these recruits, from training to demo, and how they were affected by their experiences.

The 1960s witnessed a sustained period of economic growth, consumer spending and stable employment. This prosperity enabled a market growth in levels of owner occupation and a subsequent boom in the sale of household furnishings and luxury goods. This work looks at the styles and fashions in domestic housing and interiors between 1960 and 1970.

The history of the British home in the 1940s is dominated by the Second World War. In the first five years of the decade homes were adapted to better survive the affects of bombing. The 1930s home became the wartime home with the addition of anti-blast tape to the windows, sandbags round the door, and a Morrison shelter in the kitchen.

A practical manual to help teachers of 11-14 year-olds to focus on key aspects of developing pupils' non-fiction writing. The book presents a clear teaching sequence which emphasises the link between reading and writing, and can raise pupils' attainment levels in both areas.