Daniel Mason Libros

En plena época victoriana, Edgar Drake, un afinador de pianos especializado en los Erard, es llamado por el ejército británico para viajar a Birmania y reparar un piano del comandante médico Anthony Carroll. Carroll ha utilizado la música y la poesía para pacificar a las tribus locales, y su demanda del piano es crucial para su misión en la selva. Tras despedirse de su esposa en Londres, Drake emprende un extenso viaje por Europa, el Mar Rojo y el Océano Índico, donde descubre paisajes deslumbrantes y personajes legendarios. Sin embargo, la travesía no solo despierta sus sentidos, sino que lo lleva a enfrentar una realidad más oscura y compleja de lo que había imaginado. Atraído por una civilización en la que las emociones se expresan intensamente, Drake se ve obligado a confrontar su identidad más profunda y aceptar su destino. La narrativa, impregnada de sensualidad y lirismo, entrelaza fascinantes detalles sobre la historia de Birmania y los enigmas de la música, guiando al lector a través de un mundo forjado por mitos y el descubrimiento personal. Mason logra capturar el encuentro entre opuestos en la naturaleza humana, donde la música se convierte en el puente entre lo irreconciliable.

A sweeping novel about a single house in the woods of New England, told through the lives of those who inhabit it across the centuries—a daring, moving tale of memory and fate from the Pulitzer Prize finalist and author of The Piano Tuner and The Winter Soldier.When a pair of young lovers abscond from a Puritan colony, little do they know that their humble cabin in the woods will become home to an extraordinary succession of inhabitants . An English soldier, destined for glory, abandons the battlefields of the New World to devote himself to apples. A pair of spinster twins survive war and famine, only to succumb to envy and desire. A crime reporter unearths a mass grave, but finds the ancient trees refuse to give up their secrets. A lovelorn painter, a conman, a stalking panther, a lusty as each one confronts the mysteries of the north woods, they come to realize that the dark, raucous, beautiful past is very much alive.Traversing cycles of history, nature, and even literature, North Woods shows the myriad, magical ways in which we’re connected to our environment and to one another, across time, language and space. Written along with the seasons and divided into the twelve months of the year, it is an unforgettable novel about secrets and fates that asks the timeless how do we live on, even after we’re gone?

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Set in Vienna in 1914, a twenty-two-year-old medical student named Lucius is drawn to the battlefield by romantic notions of surgery. He enlists, hoping for a role in a well-organized field hospital, but instead finds himself at a makeshift outpost in a commandeered church in the Carpathian Mountains, struggling against typhus and an overwhelming sense of isolation. With most doctors having fled, only a mysterious nurse, Sister Margarete, remains to guide him. Lacking experience, Lucius must quickly adapt to the brutal realities of war medicine while developing feelings for Margarete. The situation intensifies when an unconscious soldier arrives, his uniform adorned with strange drawings. Lucius faces a critical choice that will irrevocably alter the fates of the doctor, the patient, and the nurse. This narrative weaves through the opulence of Imperial Vienna to the harshness of the Eastern Front, exploring themes of love, family, and the moral complexities of war. It is a poignant tale of the mistakes we make and the chances we have to seek redemption amidst the chaos of history.

A stunning collection of short stories from the bestselling, award-winning author of The Winter Soldier and The Piano Tuner.

The stunning new audio from the author of The Piano Tuner

The workbook offers support for individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), addressing the intense emotions often experienced, such as shock, shame, and anger. It aims to counteract the overwhelming and often negative information found online, providing a structured approach to understanding and managing the condition. Through practical exercises and guidance, it empowers readers to navigate their feelings and work towards healing and recovery.

Navigating a relationship with someone who has borderline personality disorder (BPD) can lead to a tumultuous cycle of love and hate, marked by intense emotions and instability. Individuals often find themselves feeling isolated and manipulated, questioning their own perceptions. The emotional scars from such relationships can be profound, and the fear of potential violence or self-harm during a breakup adds to the complexity. This book delves into the challenges of escaping toxic dynamics and the psychological impact of living with BPD.

This practical guide provides evidence-based, step-by-step exercises for mastering Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) concepts, ideal for both mental health professionals and general readers. It begins with introductory exercises to build foundational skills before progressing to advanced techniques. The collaborative effort of three esteemed authors ensures a comprehensive approach to emotional management, facilitating real and lasting change in one's life.

Effective management is crucial for career success and team potential, yet many individuals lack proper training and resources to excel in this role. This book addresses the challenges of management and offers practical strategies to enhance leadership skills, ensuring that managers can effectively guide their teams and achieve outstanding results.

»Poetisch und kraftvoll.« Dorothea Hußlein, SWR2 1887, die britischen Kolonialherren in Afrika und Asien stehen auf der Höhe ihrer Macht, wird Klavierstimmer Edgar Drake plötzlich vom britischen Kriegsministerium in den umkämpften Dschungel von Birma geschickt, um einen Flügel zu reparieren. Der gehört dem dort stationierten Militärarzt Anthony Carrol, der das Instrument einsetzt, um über die Kraft der Musik einen friedlichen Dialog mit den Einheimischen zu führen. In Birma verfällt Drake nicht nur der exotischen Landschaft und den fremden Bräuchen, sondern auch dem charismatischen Arzt Carrol. Selbst als die Arbeiten am Flügel längst vollzogen sind, schafft er es nicht sich von dieser faszinierenden Welt zu lösen – mit fatalen Folgen.