Cox Michael Livres

Paris. 1876, Esperanza Gorst, jeune orpheline de dix-neuf ans, choyée par sa mère adoptive et par son précepteur, est chargée par ses bienfaiteurs d'une étrange mission : se rendre en Angleterre dans la grande demeure d'Evenwood pour y devenir la femme de chambre de la baronne Emily Tansor et gagner sa confiance. Car en vérité, la tâche d'Esperanza est de découvrir les secrets sombres et inquiétants que sa nouvelle maîtresse dissimule. des secrets qui puisent leur origine dans une grave injustice commise vingt ans plus tôt et à laquelle les propres intérêts d'Esperanza sont liés. Bientôt, la baronne tombe sous son charme et aspire à devenir son amie. Mais la jeune fille ne perd pas de vue son plan et mène une enquête minutieuse dont elle consigne les moindres détails, à l'intention de ses protecteurs bien-aimés, dans son " Livre des secrets ". Peu à peu, les dissimulations de Lady Tansor sont révélées au grand jour tandis qu'Esperanza est prise dans un réseau compliqué d'intrigues, de mensonges, de meurtres et de trahisons.

'A wonderful overview of tactical development in European football' Matthew Syed, The Times 'A fascinating assessment of football in 2019' Observer

An insightful and entertaining exploration of the evolution of European football over the past three decades. The author, known for his acclaimed work, delves into the captivating history of continental football, highlighting its transformative moments. From the attacking flair of Real Madrid in the 1950s to the defensive mastery of the Italians in the 1960s and the total football philosophy of the Dutch in the 1970s, the European leagues have been at the forefront of the game's evolution. Since the rebranding of the Champions League in 1992, this evolution has continued, with each major footballing nation contributing to the development of tactics. The intelligent use of space by Ajax in the early 90s, the strategic dominance of the Italian league in the late 90s, and the technical brilliance of Barcelona's tiki-taka exemplify how European football continually reinvents itself, influencing clubs and national teams worldwide. The author meticulously analyzes the major leagues and their historical impacts, revealing how a nation's unique identity shapes the international language of football. This comprehensive overview is filled with engaging anecdotes, making it a groundbreaking examination of modern European football.

An absolutely essential book for every modern football fan, about the development of Premier League tactics, published to coincide with 25 years of the competition. Back in 1992, English football was stuck in the dark ages, emerging from a five-year ban from European competition. The game was physical, bruising and attritional, based on strength over speed, aggression over finesse. It was the era of the midfield general, reducers, big men up front and getting it in the mixer; 4-4-2 was the order of the day. Few teams experimented tactically. And then, almost overnight, it all changed. The creation of the Premier League coincided with one of the most seismic rule changes in football history: the abolition of the back-pass. Suddenly defenders had no-get-out-of-jail-free card, goalkeepers had to be able to field and play the ball and the pace of the game quickened immeasurably. Tactics evolved dramatically, helped by an increased foreign influence. The Mixer is the first book to delve deep into the tactical story of the Premier League, and take a long view of how the game has developed over the last quarter century. From Ferguson's directness to Keegan's relentlessly attacking Newcastle outfit, to Mourinho's cagey, reactive Chelsea, all the way to Ranieri's counter-attacking champions, The Mixer is one of the most entertaining, rich and knowledgeable football books ever written.

Ten classic horror stories as you've never seen them before. The Hound of the Baskervilles is a TV crime show, The Pit and the Pendulum is told as an interiors magazine article, Frankenstein - and his monster - write to an agony aunt to tell her all their woes and the story of Dracula becomes a musical spectacular! PLUS brilliant and fascinating fact files on werewolves, vampires, phobias, mad professors and lots more. A very original approach to classic horror - a must for all horror fans.

The book explores the pivotal moments in American history following the 2020 election and the January 6th Capitol attack, highlighting the nation's internal divisions and external skepticism. It examines the responses of five presidents—Clinton, Bush, Obama, Trump, and Biden—to the challenges of a declining empire. Michael Cox, a prominent scholar, provides a critical framework for understanding U.S. foreign policy since the Cold War, questioning whether America can maintain its influence on global affairs or if it is destined for decline.

This full colour cookbook is designed for the 19 million people in the UK who can't eat wheat or wheat products and for their friends and family who can. While adhering to all medical requirements for a gluten-restricted diet, the recipes use ingredients available from local supermarkets rather than specialist outlets, are delicious enough to be enjoyed by everyone, and cater for all culinary occasions - from everyday meals to special entertainments.

Leading scholars shed light on the meanings of world politics.

This book examines how the academic discipline of International Relations has conceptualized the world historical crisis that has shaped world affairs between the end of the First World War and the end of the 1990s. A distinguished group of contributors trace the development of the subject through the main historical periods and in relation to key debates: ethics, power and nationalism; conditions of peace; law and peaceful change; and globalization. It provides the most comprehensive survey of the discipline's past and the key issues to be faced in the future.