Exploring the decline in family size during the twentieth century, the book reveals the often-overlooked roles men played in shaping gender relations, sexual attitudes, and contraceptive practices. Through compelling oral histories, it challenges traditional narratives by highlighting men's motivations and perspectives, offering a fresh analysis of family dynamics and societal change.
A go-to, practical resource for peacebuilders, people working in conflict situations or people studying conflict transformation within a variety of disciplines.
Extraordinary Stories of survival thanks to Australian Blood Donors
The narrative highlights the critical need for blood donations in Australia, emphasizing the personal connection of the author, whose daughter relies on blood products for her autoimmune condition. Through interviews from the award-winning podcast, the book showcases inspiring survival stories of individuals whose lives were transformed by blood donors. It celebrates the profound impact of voluntary donations, illustrating moments of joy, achievement, and connection, while urging readers to recognize the importance of this act of humanity and consider becoming donors themselves.
Are you baffled by the word "axolotl"? Do the words "unau" and "vicuña" mean nothing to you? If so, this book will enlighten you, and thanks to the illustrations, give you an idea of what they look like. It may also alert you, if you need alerting, to the threat to the existence of many species brought about by human activity.The author wrote the verses originally to humour himself in the midst of the Covid pandemic, when he was obliged to self-isolate. Subsequently, he thought they might entertain his sister's grandchildren, or indeed anyone else's, especially if they (the verses, that is) were accompanied by illustrations. It is the author's hope, however, that the book will appeal to young and old alike. If the verses don't make you laugh or at least smile, the illustrations by Dave F. Smith should.Oh, and by the way, just in case you don't know your alphabet, this book will provide you with ample opportunities to learn it.
Ein fesselnder Roman über Jillian, die ein altes Kino erbt und versucht, es vor dem Abriss zu retten. In einer abgelegenen Stadt begegnet sie dem attraktiven Matt und entdeckt, dass das echte Leben spannender ist als Filme, während sie ein faszinierendes Familiengeheimnis lüftet.
Ein zauberhafter Roman über Lucy Boyer, die nach einem Skandal in Hollywood zu ihrer Cousine aufs Land flieht. In der Kleinstadt muss sie sich ihren Geheimnissen stellen, während sie sich um ein Stadtfest kümmert und unerwartet von dem attraktiven Fahrradkurier Alec angezogen wird.