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John Wilson

    John Wilson, más conocido por el seudónimo Christopher North, fue un abogado, crítico literario y autor escocés. Ocupó el cargo de profesor de Filosofía Moral en la Universidad de Edimburgo. Sus escritos se asocian frecuentemente con la revista Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine. La obra de Wilson exploró temas de crítica literaria e indagación filosófica.

    The New Zealand Experience
    New Zealand. Mountains to the Sea
    The Myth of Political Correctness: The Conservative Attack on Higher Education
    On Intelligence. The History of Espionage and the Secret World
    Understanding Journalism
    Molecular Biology of the Cell
    • The Lost Solar System of the Ancients Discovered

      Vol. I

      • 496 páginas
      • 18 horas de lectura

      Originally published in 1856, this reprint offers readers a chance to explore the themes and narratives of its time. The book presents a unique perspective on the historical context, reflecting the social and cultural dynamics of the era. With its authentic language and style, it serves as a valuable resource for understanding the period's literature and thought. This edition preserves the original's essence, making it a significant addition to any literary collection.

      The Lost Solar System of the Ancients Discovered2024
    • Essays Critical and Imaginative

      Vol. I

      • 416 páginas
      • 15 horas de lectura

      The book, originally published in 1856, offers a reprint that preserves the historical context and themes of its time. It presents a unique perspective on the era's societal norms and challenges, providing readers with an authentic glimpse into the past. The narrative is enriched by its original language and style, making it a valuable resource for those interested in historical literature and the evolution of storytelling. This edition invites both new readers and returning fans to explore its timeless relevance.

      Essays Critical and Imaginative2024
    • The Elements of Punctuation

      • 180 páginas
      • 7 horas de lectura

      Originally published in 1857, this reprint preserves the historical significance and original content of the work. It offers readers a glimpse into the themes, language, and cultural context of the time, making it a valuable addition for those interested in classic literature and the evolution of storytelling. The reissue aims to maintain the integrity of the author's vision while providing modern readers with access to this timeless piece.

      The Elements of Punctuation2023
    • This book is a professional military-intelligence officer's and a controversial insider's view of some of the greatest intelligence blunders of recent history. It includes the serious developments in government misuse of intelligence in the recent war with Iraq. Colonel John Hughes-Wilson analyses not just the events that conspire to cause disaster, but why crucial intelligence is so often ignored, misunderstood or spun by politicians and seasoned generals alike. This book analyses: how Hitler's intelligence staff misled him in a bid to outfox their Nazi Party rivals; the bureaucratic bungling behind Pearl Harbor; how in-fighting within American intelligence ensured they were taken off guard by the Viet Cong's 1968 Tet Offensive; how over confidence, political interference and deception facilitated Egypt and Syria's 1973 surprise attack on Israel; why a handful of marines and a London taxicab were all Britain had to defend the Falklands; the mistaken intelligence that allowed Saddam Hussein to remain in power until the second Iraq War of 2003; the truth behind the US failure to run a terrorist warning system before the 9/11 WTC bombing; and how governments are increasingly pressurising intelligence agencies to 'spin' the party-political line.

      On Intelligence. The History of Espionage and the Secret World2017
      3,9
    • Molecular Biology of the Cell

      • 1392 páginas
      • 49 horas de lectura

      DVD contains: chapters 21-25- Multicellular Systems; Figures and tables in PowerPoint and JPEG formats; Panels in PDF format; over 130 movies ; Cell biology interactive media player

      Molecular Biology of the Cell2015
      4,3
    • Význam vojenských zpravodajských služeb není třeba zdůrazňovat, neboť jejich poznatky sehrály významnou roli v řadě vojenských střetnutí jak v historii, tak v nedávné minulosti. Tato kniha přináší pohled dlouholetého aktivního příslušníka vojenských výzvědných služeb do zákulisí největších omylů vojenských výzvědných a zpravodajských služeb (D-Day, Barbarossa, Pearl Harbor, Singapur, Dieppe, ofenziva "Tet", Falklandy, Záliv ad.) včetně jejich znepokojujícího zneužívání mnohými současnými vládami, jak tomu bylo například během války v Iráku.

      Velké omyly vojenských zpravodajských služeb2009
      4,0
    • Nemožné pro člověka, možné pro Boha

      • 156 páginas
      • 6 horas de lectura

      Příběh Johna Wilsona o osvobození od kriminálního života, závislosti na alkoholu a drogách je stěží uvěřitelný, ale absolutně pravdivý. Jediný trestný čin který nespáchal byla vražda, a byla to jedině Boží milost která ho od toho uchránila. Johnův příběh ukazuje, že když do situace zasáhne Bůh, neexistuje něco jako beznadějný případ.

      Nemožné pro člověka, možné pro Boha2002
      4,5
    • New Zealand. Mountains to the Sea

      • 173 páginas
      • 7 horas de lectura

      A portrayal of a country with rich and diverse landscapes. There are snow-capped mountains that thrust into startling blue skies; mountains of fire, that are centrepieces of a thermal wonderland, clothed in densely green rainforests; tranquil lakes, surrounded by mountains or fringed with luxuriant bush; rivers that rage through frightening gorges, then flow peacefully between gentle hills; clean pasture, on the river flats and hills, grazed year-round by sheep and cattle; and sweeps of sandy beach, and bold rocky headlands washed by restless seas. The photographs in this volume seek to capture the uniqueness and grandeur, the beauty and drama, of New Zealand's magnificent landscapes, from its lofty mountains to its dramatic coasts.

      New Zealand. Mountains to the Sea2000
    • Test Your Management Style

      • 96 páginas
      • 4 horas de lectura

      This clear, step-by-step book explores and tests the idea of management style.

      Test Your Management Style2000
    • Blonde wraak

      Psychologische thriller

      • 399 páginas
      • 14 horas de lectura

      De politie staat voor een raadsel als een aantal mannen op verschillende plaatsen door bizarre ongelukken om het leven komen.

      Blonde wraak1999
    • The New Zealand Experience

      • 112 páginas
      • 4 horas de lectura

      Pictorial presentation of New Zealand with short text descriptions.

      The New Zealand Experience1999
    • Vše o sportovním rybolovu od známých a úspěšných specialistů.

      Velká kniha rybaření1998
    • Ich liebe dich, so wie du bist

      • 254 páginas
      • 9 horas de lectura

      Wie können wir lieben, wenn wir keine einigermaßen klare Vorstellung davon haben, was Liebe ist? John Wilson nähert sich dem Phänomen Liebe vom Standpunkt der analytischen Philosophie. Er bemüht sich um eine Klärung der relevanten Vorstellungen und Begriffe, die wir mit Liebe in Verbindung bringen. Er legt dar, daß wahre Liebe letztlich auf einer einzigen Grundhaltung beruht, auch wenn man unterschiedliche Aspekte dieser Haltung beschreiben oder analysieren kann.

      Ich liebe dich, so wie du bist1997
    • Aimed at those entering the profession of journalism, this book contains pithy definitions and sensitive explanations of a wide range of key journalistic topics.

      Understanding Journalism1996
      3,0
    • The Complete Book of Fishing

      • 192 páginas
      • 7 horas de lectura

      This guide to fishing shows the reader how to fish, what to fish for and where to find fish. The first section looks at tackle, while other sections look at the different kinds of bait, as well as including a guide to the fish most commonly sought by anglers in Europe and North America.

      The Complete Book of Fishing1991