Paul Butler Bücher

With the eloquence of Ta-Nehisi Coates and the persuasive research of Michelle Alexander, a former federal prosecutor explains how the system really works, and how to disrupt it Cops, politicians, and ordinary people are afraid of black men. The result is the Chokehold: laws and practices that treat every African American man like a thug. In this explosive new book, an African American former federal prosecutor shows that the system is working exactly the way it s supposed to. Black men are always under watch, and police violence is widespread - all with the support of judges and politicians. In his no-holds-barred style, Butler, whose scholarship has been featured on 60 Minutes, uses new data to demonstrate that white men commit the majority of violent crime in the United States. For example, a white woman is ten times more likely to be raped by a white male acquaintance than be the victim of a violent crime perpetrated by a black man. Butler also frankly discusses the problem

Set in Winter Park, Florida, this historical narrative explores Mead Botanical Garden, established in 1940 by renowned horticulturist Theodore Mead. The garden became a premier tourist destination, showcasing an extensive collection of orchids and rare tropical plants, making it a unique attraction in the Southern United States. The story highlights the garden's legacy and its impact on horticulture and tourism in the region.

Set against the backdrop of America's sixties and seventies, the narrative unfolds in a minimum-security prison where Jack encounters Marlon, a young inmate with a compelling story. As Marlon shares his experiences, he reflects on the challenges of his environment and the impact of his past, offering insights into his character and circumstances. The book explores themes of youth, resilience, and the complexities of life within the prison system.

Focusing on the life of a visionary, this narrative explores how one man's innovations revolutionized ornamental horticulture in America. It delves into his groundbreaking techniques, passion for plants, and the impact he had on gardening practices. Through his journey, the book highlights the intersection of art and nature, showcasing the evolution of landscape design and the cultural significance of horticulture in American society.

Jack Connery's journey through the natural world begins in Central Florida, where his passion for nature flourished through scouting, culminating in his Eagle Scout award. As a dedicated Audubon Society member, he actively worked to safeguard Florida's diverse birdlife. His most significant contribution is co-founding Mead Botanical Garden in Winter Park, a tribute to horticulturist Theodore Mead, which opened in 1940 and serves as a lasting legacy to his commitment to environmental preservation.

Focusing on the visual treatment of aesthetic personality, this monograph explores the works of Canadian artist David George Taylor. It highlights his artistic dialogue with British painter Francis Bacon, examining how Taylor confronts Bacon's influence and acclaim. The book delves into Taylor's unique perspective on aesthetics and morality, offering insights into his creative process and the thematic depth of his paintings.

First catalogue raisonne of this 20th century figurativist.

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Yellowjackets! The 361st Fighter Group in World War II is a narrative history of a combat unit attached to the U.S. 8th Air Force in the European Theater of Operations from December 1943 through the end of the war in Europe.

"This book represents a unique visualisation of the world of Irish writer John McGahern through his words and the imagery of artist Paul Butler. Traumatic events in the lives of both McGahern and Butler shaped their paths, creating a want to write in McGahern and a want to create imagery in Butler. Butler explores the difficult and complex childhood that the two shared, and through a series of beautiful images that he himself has created in McGahern's own part of Ireland, he draws parallels between them and, as Eamonn Wall says in his Preface, produces a rich and life affirming appreciation of literature, art and imagery"--