Cette série plonge les lecteurs dans un monde où le banal se fissure, révélant d'effroyables horreurs surnaturelles et des rebondissements psychologiques troublants. Chaque épisode présente un récit distinct et autonome d'individus ordinaires confrontés à des circonstances extraordinaires et souvent terrifiantes. C'est une collection captivante pour ceux qui apprécient l'atmosphère oppressante et l'exploration des peurs profondes. Préparez-vous à des histoires qui persistent longtemps après la dernière page.
Set against the backdrop of Alice Springs, the narrative unfolds in a notorious 'animal bar' where the protagonist grapples with feelings of dislocation and uncertainty. A chance encounter with a concerned Sudanese security guard highlights the protagonist's internal struggle, as he questions his choices and the appropriateness of his surroundings. The story captures a moment of introspection and the complexities of seeking solace in unexpected places.
Killing the Black Dog is a crucial chapter in the life of an outstanding poet. --Book Jacket.
As the convoy growled and squeaked to a halt in the dark, angry militiamen and soldiers began to shout and wave at the Australians, demanding they move aside. The Brave Ones' vanguard presented as a B-movie vision of some pirate biker gang from Hell, a rat bastard outfit in black tee-shirts, camouflage pants, long hair and bandanas, with axes in their eyes and guns at the ready.The Brave Ones follows the Indonesian Army's Battalion 745 as it withdrew from East Timor after the 1999 independence vote, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. Birmingham's unflinching account reveals the scorched-earth tactics of the retreating troops, and shows just how close Australia came to armed conflict with Indonesia.
Julian Assange's role in establishing WikiLeaks represents a groundbreaking innovation in the political landscape, highlighting the scarcity of original ideas in the field. The book delves into the implications of this platform for transparency and accountability in governance, exploring how it challenges traditional power structures and the media's role in disseminating information. Through Assange's vision, the narrative examines the intersection of technology, politics, and ethics in the modern world.
The Australian Disease: On the Decline of Love and the Rise of Non-Freedom
The book explores the paradox of modern non-freedom, juxtaposing traditional images of oppression with contemporary consumerism. It critiques how the allure of technology and consumer goods, like iPads and iPhones, shapes perceptions of worth and happiness in the Western world. The narrative delves into the unsettling realities behind these products, including ethical concerns and the commodification of beauty, prompting readers to reconsider the true cost of their desires in a society increasingly defined by materialism.
Short Blacks are gems of recent Australian writing - brisk reads that quicken the pulse and stimulate the mind.