Urban City

Ben Judah is an acclaimed foreign correspondent, but here he turns his reporter's gaze on home, immersing himself in the hidden world of London's immigrants to reveal the city in the eyes of its beggars, bankers, coppers, gangsters, carers and witch-doctors. From the backrooms of its mosques, Tube tunnels and nightclubs to the frontlines of its streets, Judah has supped with oligarchs and spent nights sleeping rough, worked on building sites and talked business with prostitutes; he's heard stories of heartbreaking failure, but also witnessed extraordinary acts of compassion.

Getting knocked up by my grumpy old boss was never my plan. Newly single, I treat myself to a night out and end up naked in a mysterious man's bed. When I start a new job as an executive assistant to the CEO of a successful tech company, I'm horrified to find that my boss is the same jerk I just spent the night with. He tries to get rid of me by making me look inept in front of everyone but I'm determined to prove myself. I still can't deny my overwhelming attraction to him. He's always impeccably dressed with perfect hair that begs me to run my fingers through it. When he looks at me, I ...

Even if you only have a tiny balcony to work with, you can grow fresh food and flowers there. You've probably already considered container gardening - but what about vertical gardening with vining plants that can grow up the wall or using a vertical aeroponics gardening system that can grow 20+ plants in a four square foot area?

I have a lot of names these days—including my own, real name. Unfortunately for me, someone else knows that name too; not to mention the names of my other heirling friends. Now those heirling friends have disappeared, stolen by the current King Behind for a fight to the death where only one contender to the throne remains.

We often appreciate the courage of soldiers of the Indian Army, performing their duties in adverse circumstances, as we sit on the couch in our well-furnished, air conditioned rooms, expressing a slight tint of grief in case of a mishappening. The hot discussions over the matters on television boil our blood for a couple of minutes, but everything becomes normal after a short period of time. This novel reveals the lives of those soliders and their families - how terrorism proved to be fatal in different ways and how humanism reaches the highest peaks.

Step beyond the concrete jungle and into the lush, productive oasis of your very own urban homestead. "Urban Homesteader's Handbook" is your comprehensive guide to transforming your city space into a thriving, self-sufficient haven, no matter the size or location. Dive into Chapter 1, where the dream of an urban homestead takes root. Discover the profound benefits of self-reliance as you navigate through the unique challenges that city dwellers face. The solutions promise to inspire and lay the groundwork for your verdant escape. Embark on meticulous planning in Chapter 2, armed with tools ...

In this action-packed sequel to City of Dark Magic, we find musicologist Sarah Weston in Vienna in search of a cure for her friend Pollina, who is now gravely ill and who may not have much time left. Meanwhile, Nicolas Pertusato, in London in search of an ancient alchemical cure for the girl, discovers an old enemy is one step ahead of him. In Prague, Prince Max tries to unravel the strange reappearance of a long-dead saint while being pursued by a seductive red-headed historian with dark motives of her own.

In "The Prepared Urbanite: Thriving in the City During Civil Unrests," readers are taken on a transformative journey through the challenges and opportunities of urban living amidst times of turmoil. This essential guide provides practical strategies and valuable insights for navigating metropolitan environments with confidence and resilience. From survival skills to self-sufficiency, readers will discover how to thrive independently in cities, regardless of the circumstances. With a focus on urban preparedness and crisis management, this book equips individuals with the tools they need to ...

Beware of the beauty smiling from the alleys of the nocturnal metropolis. Maya is looking for a new job, Caleb is looking for love, and Paola is simply looking to escape. All three cross paths with a charming woman clad in chic scarlet clothes who promises to solve all their problems. Little do they know that this meeting is part of a malign plot devised to trap and subject them to unimaginable horrors. They must struggle to find the way out before they perish in the maw of the beast that hides beneath the alluring facade. This novel is perfect for fans of thrillers, serial killer fiction, ...

In an increasingly urbanized world, urban terrain has become a greater factor in military operations. Simultaneously, advances in military technology have given military forces sharply increased capabilities. The conflict comes from how urban terrain can negate or degrade many of those increased capabilities. What happens when advanced weapons are used in a close-range urban fight with an abundance of cover? Storming the City analyzes the performance of the US Army and US Marine Corps in urban combat in four major urban battles of the mid-20th century.

Home is where the heart is…unless that home burns to the ground. When Guilder University is attacked, it's all hands on deck. Agents are called in from all corners of the globe. The alumni reunite to protect the younger generation and safeguard the future of the school. But things aren't as simple as they seem.

Eyes on the Street is a revelation of the phenomenal woman who raised three children, wrote seven groundbreaking books, saved neighborhoods, stopped expressways, was arrested twice, and engaged at home and on the streets in thousands of debates - all of which she won. Here is the child who challenged her third-grade teacher; the high school poet; the journalist who honed her writing skills at Iron Age, Architectural Forum, Fortune, and other outlets.

In his small New England hometown, Mark Vanhoenacker spent his childhood dreaming of elsewhere—of the distant, real cities he found on the illuminated globe in his bedroom, and of one perfect metropolis that existed only in his imagination. These cities were the sources of endless comfort and escape, and of a lasting fascination. Streets unspooled, towers shone, and anonymous crowds bustled in the places where Mark hoped he could someday be anyone—perhaps even himself.

In Tokyo—one of the world's largest megacities—a stray cat is wending her way through the back alleys. And, with each detour, she brushes up against the seemingly disparate lives of the city-dwellers, connecting them in unexpected ways. But the city is changing. As it does, it pushes her to the margins where she chances upon a series of apparent strangers—from a homeless man squatting in an abandoned hotel, to a shut-in hermit afraid to leave his house, to a convenience store worker searching for love. The cat orbits Tokyo's denizens, drawing them ever closer.

Former exotic dancer, Emerald Vasquez, lived a lavish life running a dance studio for exotic dancers and being the wife of Dominic Vasquez, a billionaire and owner of the hotel and casino, Casa Vasquez Royale. She had everything a woman could desire, except for a man who understood how to be faithful. Despite her husband’s infidelity, Emerald turned a blind eye, overlooking the family he had created on the side. That was until she discovered divorce papers that could ruin everything she had worked hard for.

Transform your kitchen scraps and urban lifestyle into a lush, green revolution with "Urban Compost Alchemy," the definitive guide to mastering the art of composting in any city environment. Step into a world where your organic waste becomes the gold that nourishes and revitalizes the earth beneath your feet, even amidst concrete and skyscrapers. Dive into the mysterious and rewarding process of turning leftovers into life with our engaging chapters that demystify the alchemy of compost. Discover the environmental superpowers you possess, capable of contributing to urban sustainability, ...

Discover the blueprint for harmonizing urban life and nature in "Urban Eco-Defense". This guide is your essential handbook for navigating the challenges and rewards of coexisting with urban wildlife in a sustainable, ethical manner. Diving into the essence of eco-friendly strategies, "Urban Eco-Defense" offers a profound introduction to urban wildlife management. Learn to decode wildlife behavior and familiarize yourself with the common species that share our urban spaces, paving the way for compassionate and knowledgeable engagement. Tackle the ethical quandaries of wildlife control ...

This collection of humorous short essays combines affection for the timeless values of community life in an English village with a nostalgia for aspects that are quietly slipping away. Easy to dip into, this light-hearted volume provides entertaining reading for anyone interested in modern English rural community life, wherever they live. Written between 1991 and 2015, most of these essays first appeared in the Hawkesbury Parish News, the community newspaper for Hawkesbury Upton, the Cotswold village in which Debbie Young has lived for the last 25 years. Very active in village life, she is ...

Geoffrey West's research centres on a quest to find unifying principles and patterns connecting everything, from cells and ecosystems to cities, social networks and businesses. Scale addresses big, urgent questions about global sustainability, population explosion, urbanization, ageing, cancer, human life spans and the increasing pace of life but also encourages us to question the world around us.

Step into the world of green innovation and sustainable living with "Urban Permaculture Blueprint," the definitive guide that will transform your urban space into a thriving ecosystem. Whether you have a small balcony or a concrete backyard, this eBook unveils the secrets of creating a permaculture paradise in the heart of the city. Discover a treasure trove of knowledge as you delve into the essence of urban permaculture, beginning with the foundational principles that can benefit even the most challenged urban settings. Navigate through the complexities of soil health, learning the art of...