My name is Banner, Kent Banner," this set of three stories begins. "I’m a private detective. My DeSoto is paid for, and looks it. I have a couple of grand in the bank, a.38 on my hip, and every cheap hood, crooked cop, and shyster lawyer in L.A. on my back most of the time," he continues. All of the elements of great detective stories are here: perpetually gray weather, a just-divorced detective who attracts women and bad guys in equal measure, mysterious notes, stray guns and informants named Pencil and Big Sally. Join Kenneth Banner in post-war Los Angeles, where everyone from rich socialites to the wife of a nuclear scientist need his help. You can't help but love Banner; he's straight out of the best detective stories you've read: insightful, humble, quick-witted with a dry sense of humor, a man who loves his scotch as much as he loves seeing justice done. Think Guy Noir in L.A., with the type of characters you would find in the City of Angels, not in the more pedestrian Midwest. See if you can figure out whodunit faster than Banner in this entertaining set of three stories.
Zozimos efforts to reclaim the Sticathan royal throne from his stepmother lead him out to sea, where he faces new obstacles in the forms of mercenary centaurs and giant boar gods.
When Zozimos is banished by an evil witch (his stepmother!) from the kingdom of Sticatha-the kingdom he was next in line to rule-he trains at battle (if you call chasing after butterflies training), travels across stormy seas (thanks for that, Poseidon), slays golems and monsters (with a lot of help), charms beautiful women (not really), and somehow (despite his own ineptitude) survives quest after quest. By the love of Zeus, though, none of it brings him any closer to home! It does, however, make for one quirky, original, giggle-provoking graphic novel sure to appeal to any kid interested in Greek mythology, or merely looking for an entertaining read.
Chinese leaders have long been fascinated by the United States, but have often chosen to demonize America for perceived cultural and military imperialism. Especially under Communist rule, Chinese leaders have crafted and re-crafted portrayals of the United States according to the needs of their own agenda and the regime's self-image—often seeing America as an antagonist and foil, but sometimes playing it up as a model. In China Looks at the West, Christopher A. Ford investigates what these depictions reveal about internal Chinese politics and Beijing's ambitions in the world today. In particular, Ford emphasizes the importance of China's "return" to global preeminence in state images, which has become an essential concept in the regime's self-image and legitimacy. He also examines the history of Chinese intellectual engagement with America, surveying the ways in which Chinese elites have manipulated attitudes toward the United States, and revealing how leaders from Qing dynasty officials to Mao Zedong and from to Hu Jintao to Xi Jinping have altered and reconstructed this narrative to support their own political agendas. Ford concludes the volume with a series of scenario-based alternatives for how China's approaches to understanding itself and other nations may evolve in the future. Based on extensive research, including interviews with Chinese scholars and researchers, this groundbreaking study is essential reading for policymakers and readers seeking to understand current and future Sino-American relations.
“Ford’s reading of Confucius is both shrewd and instructive, with implications for contemporary policymakers . . . a scholarly analysis of Chinese history.” —The Weekly Standard China’s prosperity has increased dramatically in the last two decades, propelling the nation to a prominent position in the international community. Yet China’s ancient history still informs and shapes its understanding of itself in relation to the world. As a highly developed and modern nation, China is something of a paradox. In The Mind of Empire: China’s History and Modern Foreign Relations, Christopher A. Ford demonstrates how China’s historical awareness shapes its objectives and how the resulting national consciousness continues to influence the country’s policymaking. Despite its increasing prominence among modern, developed nations, China continues to seek guidance from a past characterized by Confucian notions of hierarchical political order and a “moral geography” that places China at the center of the civilized world. The Mind of Empire describes how these attitudes have clashed with traditional Western ideals of sovereignty and international law. Ford speculates about how China’s legacy may continue to shape its foreign relations and offers a warning about the potential global consequences. He examines major themes in China’s conception of domestic and global political order, describes key historical precedents, and outlines the remarkable continuity of China’s Sinocentric stance. Expertly synthesizing historical, philosophical, religious, and cultural analysis into a cohesive study of the Chinese worldview, Ford offers revealing insights into modern China. “A much-needed and an erudite contextualization . . . [this book] will benefit immensely those interested in the history and strategic culture of China’s foreign policy.” —The China Quarterly
A broad historical study of the provocative innovations of European and American photography between the World Wars. Presents more than 160 images from the Ford Motor Company Collection of photographs.
Mr. Mustache lives in a small town. He enjoys all the activities seven-year-old boys love to do like running, swimming, and bicycling. But most of all, Mr. Mustache likes to learn about new and exciting things, like the circus that has just come into town! Mr. Mustache has never been to the circus. After he receives tickets from a lion tamer, he sets off on an adventure to the big top where he hopes to see all the exciting circus acts. As the lights dim, a spotlight shines on the barker, and the circus begins, Mr. Mustache secretly wonders what it would be like to entertain an audience from inside the ring. In this delightful childrens tale, a curious boy embarks on an adventure to the circus where he imagines a new life and happily discovers he is just fine with being himself.
This multiple award-winning anthology of twenty psychological and supernatural horror stories explores the outer limits of fear. To create this volume, renowned horror editor Ellen Datlow wrote to her favorite authors asking for stories that would “provide the reader with a frisson of shock, or a moment of dread so powerful it might cause the reader outright physical discomfort; or a sensation of fear so palpable that the reader feels impelled to turn up the lights very bright and play music or seek the company of others to dispel the fear.” Mission accomplished. The resulting collection draws together some of the most powerful voices in the field: Pat Cadigan, Terry Dowling, Jeffrey Ford, Christopher Fowler, Glen Hirshberg, K. W. Jeter, Joyce Carol Oates, and Lucius Shepard, to name a few. Each author approaches fear in a different way, but all of the stories’ characters toil within their own hell. Winner of the 2008 World Fantasy Award, International Horror Guild Award, and Shirley Jackson Award for Best Anthology.
Greek tragedy has never been so funny Zozimos' journey to the kingdom of Sticatha has been anything but smooth. He's survived enslavement, battled golems and a ravenous Cyclops, and generally served as plaything to gods and goddesses looking for a good laugh. All for the sake of reclaiming the Sticathan royal throne--stolen from him by an evil witch, aka his stepmother. You'd think that a stickman would catch a break after all that, but you'd be wrong. Arriving home only brings crazy family members and a return trip to sea, where mercenary centaurs and giant boar gods keep Zozimos questing and readers laughing. It would all be an epic tragedy if it wasn't so funny.
Evidence-based approaches to diagnosing and treating PTSD in an array of specific populations and settings This timely, practical guide for busy professionals: Covers strategies for those working in specialized practice settings, such as primary care facilities, prisons, and hospitals for the severely mentally ill Offers guidelines for conducting forensic evaluations Provides information on malingering assessment Explores new frontiers in PTSD assessment, including neuroimaging and genetic testing Offers practical guidance on the assessment of most recognized comorbid conditions Discusses the roles of ethnicity, race, and culture in assessing and treating PTSD Offers assessment strategies for specific populations, including veterans, children, and the severely impaired
Eighteen-year-old Christopher, who plans to be a spy, learns of a murder cover-up through his summer job as a morgue assistant and teams up with Tina, a gorgeous newspaper reporter, to investigate, despite great danger.
Two boys set sail in a magical Pirate adventure of discovery and friendship. A debut picture book from Christopher Ford and Shaun Remington full of imagination, colour and rhyme for young children to join in with and enjoy.
Holly Hall is a heart touching story about a group of inner city youngsters. Most of them never thought college was even possible. Some of them made the best of the college experience and graduated. Some others partied too much and ended up getting in major trouble with the Police. These young students will encounter so many obstacles, that they never imagined was involved in a College Institution. Including lots of sex, murder, drugs, disease, and even suicides. All the alcohol, drugs and wild late night parties will soon catch up with them. It's far different from high school, with mom and dad at home nagging about a curfew. There are no chaperones at Valley Pines. They will find out very quickly into their first Semester that the only chaperones are the Police. All responsibilities and decisions are on them now. Holly Hall is the Dormitory most entering freshmen resides in first. What happens inside of Holly. Stays in Holly. These youngsters from all over Houston formed a clique call the "VPC." The Valley Pines Clique. Can the clique survive in the Valley Pines wild atmosphere and enormous campus? Or will they have to deal with the consequences of bad decisions that can ruin their lives forever? The characters in this book will experience life changing events, and will make an enormous amount of mistakes. But, even when mistakes are made. It's never too late to change. The devil is a lie..
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