Tom Williams

"To speak football is to speak a language of a thousand tongues... In this ground-breaking global glossary of football words and phrases, you'll discover the rich, quirky and joyously creative language used by fans, commentators and players across the world. From placing a shot 'where the owl sleeps' in Brazil, to what it means to use your 'chocolate leg' in the Netherlands, via Wembley-Tor - a phrase adopted by Germans to describe a dubious goal this comprehensively researched book will entertain and inform in equal measure. Discover the unfortunate Finnish term for a holding midfielder, what it means when South Korean fans get nostalgic about a 'Leeds season' and why Dundee United supporters should keep their heads down in Nigeria. With over 700 terms from 89 countries (including 29 ways to describe a nutmeg), this is the definitive guide to the global language of football."--Publisher description.

a glossary of football words and phrases from around the world

Do you speak football?

"Don't Start Me Talkin' is a comedic road novel about Brother Ben, the only remaining True Delta Bluesman, playing his final North American tour. Set in contemporary society, Brother Ben's protege Silent Sam Stamps narrates an episodic 'last ride,' laying bare America's complicated relationship with African American identity, music, and culture, and like his hero Sonny Boy Williamson once sang, Silent Sam promises "I'll tell everything I know"" --

a novel

Don't start me talkin'

Terry Smith

Brand Fusion: Purpose-driven brand strategy presents a compelling case for what consumers, customers, employees, and wider society are now demanding from companies – the development of brands that deliver profi t with purpose, are sustainable, and create mutually benefi cial meaning. It fuses theory-practice-application to purpose-driven brand strategies in order to develop a unique approach that has comprehensive theoretical underpinning as well as practical and thought-provoking lessons from industry. Data-driven case studies from a broad range of brands and contexts show the application of this learning–from micro-brands to corporates; charities to technology companies; retirement villages to aspiring high-growth start-ups. Brand Fusion: Purpose-driven brand strategy is an in-depth analysis of the philosophy and practice behind creating a purposeful brand.

Purpose-driven brand strategy

Brand Fusion

BILL TUTTE CODEBREAKER 'THE GREATEST INTELLECTUAL FEAT OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR.' ... a testimonial to Bill Tutte and his codebreaking discovery in 1942 at Bletchley Park. Bill Tutte was a young, gauche PhD student, yet his remarkable breakthrough and continuing endeavour against a German cipher machine more complex than Enigma led to the development of the world's first programmable computer, Colossus. Colossus allowed top-secret messages between Hitler and his generals to be read within hours, contributing significantly to the success of the D-Day landings and the eventual defeat of Nazi Germany. So secret were the functions performed by Colossus that the work of Bill Tutte and his colleagues was classified for more than 50 years after the end of the Second World War. This novel not only explores Bill Tutte's codebreaking, but also examines his 'autistic' character, his background and close relationships all woven into the pressures and diversions of life at Bletchley Park. Prime Minister David Cameron wrote in 2012: We should never forget how lucky we were to have men like William 'Bill' Tutte in our darkest hour and the extent to which their work not only helped protect Britain itself but also shorten the war by an estimated two years, saving countless lives. ... I can say without doubt that Bill Tutte deserves the thanks of the British people.

Bill Tutte Codebreaker

George Mann

Dan Watters

Cassandra Khaw

In a realm where hollowed champions rise and fall with the ages, where brave knights quest for absolution and bonfires blaze against the everdark, myth and legend will forever prevail… From the desolate worlds of Namco-Bandai's critically-lauded videgame series comes this unsettling collection of all-new Dark Souls tales, written and drawn by some of the comic industry's finest. Building upon the extensive lore of the franchise, this action-packed anthology is essential for all fans of the game. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Calibri}

Legends of the Flame

Dark Souls #2.2

Michael Walsh

Tauriq Moosa

In a realm where hollowed champions rise and fall with the ages, where brave knights quest for absolution and bonfires blaze against the everdark, myth and legend will forever prevail… From the desolate worlds of Namco-Bandai’s critically lauded videogame series comes this unsettling collection of all-new Dark Souls tales, written and drawn by some of the industry’s finest.

Tales of Ember

Dark Souls #4.1

Set in the suburbs and cities of the Midwest, Mid-South, and Texas, these stories explore the lives of characters biracial, black, white, and all sorts of in-between. The intersections and collisions of contemporary life are in full effect here, where the distinctions between fast food and fine art, noble and naked ambitions, reality and reality shows have become impossible to distinguish. Read these stories and understand why Steve Yarbrough said Williams “writes like Paul Auster if he were funnier or like Stanley Elkin might have if he’d ever been able to stop laughing.” " Tom Williams has done the near impossible in penning a book that is both undeniably entertaining and deeply thoughtful, Millhauser meets Bukowski meets Ellison." --Alan Heathcock, author of Volt “Sure, we need the nudge of category to help us all think straight, but we also need the rangy trickster, Tom Williams, to do the bang-up boundary work of imaginary anthropology in these deadpan dead-on gems. These infiltrating texts take us sideways, through and through, turn us inside-out.” . --Michael Martone, author of Michael Martone and Four for a Quarter

Among The Wild Mulattos and Other Tales

Dieses Glossar der einzigartigen Fußballbegriffe aus aller Welt dokumentiert die skurrile und wunderbar kreative eigene Sprache, die von Fans, Kommentatoren und Spielern auf der ganzen Welt verwendet wird. Von einem platzierten Schuss dorthin, "wo die Eule schläft", (ins obere Eck des Tores) in Brasilien bis zum "Schokoladenbein" eines einseitig begabten Spielers in den Niederlanden ist dieses umfassend recherchierte Buch unterhaltsam und lehrreich zugleich. Der Leser erfährt, warum Dundee-United-Fans in Nigeria einen schweren Stand haben und was Bambi auf dem Eis mit Fußball zu tun hat. Mit über 700 Begriffen aus 89 Ländern ist es das ultimative Wörterbuch für die globale Sprache des Fußballs.

Einzigartige Fachbegriffe aus aller Welt

Sprichst du Fußball?

'At last, the definitive guide to football phraseology across the world... Sparky and very funny.' Paul Hayward, Daily Telegraph ''Amusing and informative in equal measure.' Oliver Kay, The Times An expertly compiled and utterly fascinating compendium of the weird and wonderful words and phrases used to describe football around the world. To speak football is to speak a language of a thousand tongues… In this ground-breaking global glossary of football words and phrases, you'll discover the rich, quirky and joyously creative language used by fans, commentators and players across the world. From placing a shot 'where the owl sleeps' in Brazil, to what it means to use your 'chocolate leg' in the Netherlands, via Wembley-Tor – a phrase adopted by Germans to describe a dubious goal – this comprehensively researched book will entertain and inform in equal measure. Discover the unfortunate Finnish term for a holding midfielder, what it means when South Korean fans get nostalgic about a 'Leeds season' and why Dundee United supporters should keep their heads down in Nigeria. With over 700 terms from 89 countries (including 29 ways to describe a nutmeg), this is the definitive guide to the global language of football.

A Glossary of Football Words and Phrases from Around the World

Do You Speak Football?

The Life, Legend and Legacy of Anna Safley Houston

Always Paddle Your Own Canoe

Ryan O'Sullivan

Atom Morwill

In the Age of Fire, only one thing is certain: darkness is coming. From hallowed and silver knights, to lone adventures in unnatural lands, the fight against the rising swathes of undead is unending and their battles are epic. Featuring stories by some of the comic industry’s finest writers and artists, this collection is the perfect jumping-on point for those new to the iconic series, and essential reading for veterans of Namco-Bandai’s genre-defining videogame franchise. Collects Dark Souls: The Breath of Andolus, Dark Souls: Winter’s Spite, Dark Souls: Legends of the Flame, and Dark Souls: Age of Fire. “Jaw droppingly gorgeous from start to finish.” – We The Nerdy

Dark Souls: The Complete Collection

You Can Make It

In a realm where hollowed champions rise and fall with the ages, where brave knights quest for absolution and bonfires blaze against the everdark, myth and legend will forever prevail… From the desolate worlds of Namco-Bandai’s critically lauded videogame series comes this unsettling collection of all-new Dark Souls tales, written and drawn by some of the comic industry’s finest. Collects Dark Souls: Legends of the Flame #1-2 and Dark Souls: Tales of Ember #1-2. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Calibri} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Calibri; min-height: 14.0px}

Dark Souls: Legends of the Flame (complete collection)

In a realm where hollowed champions rise and fall with the ages, where brave knights quest for absolution and bonfires blaze against the everdark, myth and legend will forever prevail… From the desolate worlds of Namco-Bandai’s critically lauded videogame series comes this unsettling collection of all-new Dark Souls tales, written and drawn by some of the industry’s finest. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Calibri} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Calibri; min-height: 14.0px}

Dark Souls #4.2

'At last, the definitive guide to football phraseology across the world... Sparky and very funny.' Paul Hayward, Daily Telegraph ''Amusing and informative in equal measure.' Oliver Kay, The Times An expertly compiled and utterly fascinating compendium of the weird and wonderful words and phrases used to describe football around the world. To speak football is to speak a language of a thousand tongues... In this ground-breaking global glossary of football words and phrases, you'll discover the rich, quirky and joyously creative language used by fans, commentators and players across the world. From placing a shot 'where the owl sleeps' in Brazil, to what it means to use your 'chocolate leg' in the Netherlands, via Wembley-Tor – a phrase adopted by Germans to describe a dubious goal – this comprehensively researched book will entertain and inform in equal measure. Discover the unfortunate Finnish term for a holding midfielder, what it means when South Korean fans get nostalgic about a 'Leeds season' and why Dundee United supporters should keep their heads down in Nigeria. With over 700 terms from 89 countries (including 29 ways to describe a nutmeg), this is the definitive guide to the global language of football.

Two brilliant scientists pioneer a means of exploring for hidden oil reserves using satellite technology. However, they find a treasure worth much more than black gold-real gold, in every sunken treasure ship in the world's oceans. Together with a beautiful dive master and salvage expert, the treasures of antiquity are all there for the taking-if the adventuresome trio can just stay alive long enough, fleeing a madman from the exotic tropical waters of South Florida to the depths of the Black Sea in Europe. Come along on an incredible adventure, around the world and to the bottom of the sea, to find what was once lost but is now found... "There's no such thing as easy money. LOST AND FOUND tells the tale of science and lost treasure, and two men who use a satellite to explore, originally looking for oil. But on the ocean floor they find countless sunken treasure, ripe for the taking. To profit, Brian, Peter, and Billie must go into the deep, but it won't be a simple excavation as there are forces that are out to prevent their seizing of the riches. LOST AND FOUND is an exciting novel of adventure, highly recommended." THE MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW "A promising debut novel that combines a Pirates of the Caribbean flavor with 21st century technology. Perfect for sipping Pina Coladas on a tropical azure shoreline." Steve Alten New York Times Bestselling author of MEG & THE SHELL GAME "An adrenaline filled Rollercoaster ride with a pot of gold as the prize. Tom Williams takes the reader on the ultimate high-tech treasure hunt. Experience a treasure hunt firsthand. This is fiction, but someone in NASA could turn it into reality. A unique story written by a great storyteller. All the wit and emotion of Clive Cussler's best novel. Great read, a page-turner that you won't want to put down." Ron Polli, Offshore Editor Extreme Boats Magazine

Lost and Found

The life of Raymond Chandler has long been obscured by secrets and half-truths as deceptive as anything in his novel The Long Goodbye. Now, drawing on new interviews, previously unpublished letters, and archives, Tom Williams casts a new light on this mysterious writer, a man troubled by loneliness and desertion. It was only during middle age, after his alcoholism wrecked a lucrative career as an oilman, that Chandler seriously turned to crime fiction. And his legacy--the lonely, ambiguous world of Philip Marlowe--endures, compelling generations of crime writers. In this long-awaited biography, Tom Williams shadows one of the true literary giants of the twentieth century and considers how crime writing was raised to the level of art.

The Life of Raymond Chandler

A Mysterious Something in the Light

First collection of poems, several new, several published in various literary magazines

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