Peter John: 364 books

Tommy the street musician is murdered in a London shop doorway one bitterly cold December night in 1882. One hundred and thirty years later his troubled spirit befriends a young violinist, Tamara, granddaughter of Polish refugees and encourages her to help him answer the questions "Who?" and "Why?"....

`Its strength lies in combining theoretical insights with an impressive range of empirical material. The analysis is subtle and multi-layered.... This is a timely and important book' - Political Studies `Local governance have gained massive attention among scholars and practitioners during...

‘Tall Stories’ is the result of a writing group that came together to share story telling within the same fictional environment. The group was set up to allow its members to tell stories that intertwine; sharing and developing their characters and locations every time a story is told. In...

Enter into one of the treasured spiritual practices of the Church!Since the seventh century Catholics the world over have used the novena as a means of deepening their spiritual life, expressing devotion to a saint, or as an avenue for petitioning the Lord for a particular grace. The novena (from...

50 prayers to touch your heart and revive your fervor: - A collection of rare spiritual gems unearthed by Magnificat's beloved Editor-in-Chief, Fr. Peter John Cameron, O.P. - Fifty prayers chosen for their insight and spiritual depth, expressing the heart's desire to draw closer to God - Perfect for...

Tamara’s in serious trouble. The young violinist is held captive in a New York hotel room and, deeply scared, she pleads for help from the only person in the world who can help her. But Tommy is the ghost of a Victorian street urchin. He knows nothing about the world outside the streets of Stepney...

Travel is one of our favourite activities. From the hustle of bustle of the mega-cities to sleepy mountain towns to the tranquillity and isolation of tropical islands, we love to get out there and explore the world. But globe-trotting also comes with its pitfalls. Wherever there are travellers,...

Travel is one of our favourite activities. From the hustle of bustle of the mega-cities to sleepy mountain towns to the tranquillity and isolation of tropical islands, we love to get out there and explore the world.But globe-trotting also comes with its pitfalls. Wherever there are travellers,...

A historical novel of the Clan Gregor in the 1745 Rising in Scotland. Based on documentary evidence of real people who took part in the last Jacobite Rising in Scotland - 1745/46. With appendices including some of the source material. The principal character is Rob MacGregor, second son of Lt-Col Gregor glun dubh MacGregor of Glengyle who commanded part of the clan regiment.

Robert Jones suddenly reappeared into her life. This was her second chance. He was the one that had got away and he made her feel like a giddy teenager again. Something about him stirred her up inside. A lot had changed in the 45 years they had been apart but at least one thing had stayed the same;...

The fully revised and updated new edition of this textbook continues to provide the most accessible overview of the main approaches in the study of public policy. It seeks to review the most common and widely used frameworks in the study of policy analysis: institutions groups and networks society...

People come in two kinds: travellers and those who are missing out. From Cambodia to The Caymans and Arizona to Zimbabwe - travelling has never been easier or more popular. From two week jaunts to gap year meanderings, and for people on all budgets, glorious opportunities exist in all corners...

Based on a major research project (the InterActive Project), this book explores and illustrates how digital technologies can transform learning across the curriculum. Using a wide range of educational settings � primary, secondary, school and home � it will help practitioners think about, plan and execute effective learning in their classrooms and

In 1914, Philadelphia was the third largest city in the United States with a population of just over one and a half million people. It was fitting, therefore, that during World War I, Philadelphia mobilized itself for the war effort perhaps more than any other large American city. Nicknamed the �Workshop...