The Upright Piano Player(1st Edition) A Novel by DavidAbbott Hardcover, 272 Pages, Published 2011 by Nan A. Talese Deckle Edge ISBN-13: 978-0-385-53442-0, ISBN: 0-385-53442-6
"An adroit first novel of exceptional grace and emotional power by a legendary British ad executive. “David Abbott’s The Upright Piano Player is a wise and moving debut, an accomplished novel of quiet depths and resonant shadows.” —John Burnham Schwartz, author of The Commoner and Reservation Road Henry Cage seems to have it all: a successful career, money, a beautiful home, and a reputation for being a just and principled man. But publi ..."
" Engages readers by tracing the individual and collective journeys of Americans. Offering a blend of political and social histories, The American Journey shows that living up to American ideals is an ongoing voyage–one that has become increasingly more inclusive of different groups and ideas. With the goal of making American history accessible, the authors use a strong, chronologically-organized narrative, with an emphasis on re ..."
Dark Albion(1st Edition) A Requiem for the English by DavidAbbott Paperback, 246 Pages, Published 2013 by Sparrow Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9572289-0-0, ISBN: 0-9572289-0-2
"Dark Albion: A Requiem for the English is being acclaimed as an underground classic. In 33 witty essays full of insight and humour, the author, a Cockney pensioner, portrays immigration as seen and experienced by the likes of him. Following an introductory essay, he graphically describes "the coming of the English" in 449, covers the current situation in all its ramifications, and ends with a stunning Orwellian essay on England in 2066, ..."
The Twin Towers by DavidAbbott Hardcover, 46 Pages, Published 1420 by Franklin Watts Ltd, United Kingdom 142011 ISBN-13: 978-1-4451-0051-7, ISBN: 1-4451-0051-7
"This series looks at some of the most famous places in modern history and explores why they are remembered. Each site and the event it is associated with act as a jumping-off point to explore broader historical and political issues."
Offensive Diatribes by DavidAbbott Paperback, 354 Pages, Published 2016 by Sparrow Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9572289-1-7, ISBN: 0-9572289-1-0
"Retired London journalist David Abbott's second book examines the relationship between religion and the state in the West, focusing on England. He argues that religion should be made less important in public life, not elevated to supreme importance as demanded by some politicians."
Astronomers (Biographical Dictionary of Scientists Series) by David . Abbott, Phd . DavidAbbott Library, 204 Pages, Published 1984 by Peter Bedrick Books ISBN-13: 978-0-911745-80-1, ISBN: 0-911745-80-7
"Describes the lives, education, and accomplishments of astronomers from Heraklides of Pontus from ancient Greece to Carl Sagan"
The Upright Piano Player by DavidAbbott Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 2011 by Quercus Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-84916-405-4, ISBN: 1-84916-405-3
"Henry Cage seemed to have it all. A successful business career, considerable wealth, and a reputation for being a just and principled man. But public virtues can conceal private failings, and as Henry faces retirement, his well-ordered life begins to unravel. On the eve of the new millennium he is the victim of a random act of violence which soon escalates into a prolonged persecution, with tragic consequences. Family secrets are reveal ..."
"... play my part in any sentimental leaving ceremonies you wish to organize.” He
had stood up and left the room, his board file left open on the table. The silence
was eventually broken by Roy Greening. “Well, he didn't seem to take it too badly."
Making a difference? Exploring the impact of multi-agency working on disabled children with complex health care needs, their families and the professionals who support them by Ruth Townsley, Debby Watson, DavidAbbott Paperback, 96 Pages, Published 2004 by Policy Press ISBN-13: 978-1-86134-573-8, ISBN: 1-86134-573-9
"Many health, education and social service initiatives aim to implement better multi-agency working between agencies and professionals. But what difference does this sort of organisational change make to those families and children on the receiving end? Making a difference? explores the process and impact of multi-agency working on disabled children with complex health care needs and the families and professionals who support them. Exam ..."
"Heinemann Sociology is a new resource for students of AS and A2. For both AQA and OCR each resource follows the specification exactly, so you can be sure there's no redundant material."
"A survey of culture, identity and socialization, a core topic of the AEB A Level Sociology syllabus."
Mathematicians (Biographical Dictionary of Scientists) by DavidAbbott Library, 175 Pages, Published 1986 by Peter Bedrick Books ISBN-13: 978-0-87226-008-5, ISBN: 0-87226-008-9
"Contains a chronological introduction, alphabetical arrangement of entries, glossary, diagrams, and index."