John mckoy (7 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In the turbulent and anxious days prior to Hong Kong's return to China, many businessmen worried about the future of profits after the end of British rule. Some new capitalists, intoxicated by a 'now or never' vision engaged in high risk, 'no holds barred' tactics in an attempt to secure extraordinary financial returns.Paying to Play in Hong Kong is a multicultural adventure staged between Hong Kong and Washington, D.C. in 1995-96. It concerns the contentious merger of two companies-- one on mainland China and the other on Hong Kong. Wong Xi, a beautiful Eurasian head of Hong Kong's major silk company, is seeking to pull off a merger impressive enough to make her one of Asia's most powerful taipans. Harry Morton, an affluent and charismatic African American consultant hopes for one more spectacular international business success before retirement. Wong recognizes the need for world-class advice and asks for Morton's help. Harry takes the job and soon finds himself caught in a twisted buy-out scheme of blackmail and murder involving Xi and a former general in Mao's army (Xaobin Li). A passionate affair with his client further complicates Harry's assignment. Nevertheless, he is able to skillfully negotiate the treacherous cultural and ethnic currents running through the business deal. In the end, everyone gains, but the personal costs and sacrifices are higher than anyone had ever imagined. …

Zustand: New.

Gebunden. Zustand: New. KlappentextSon of the Maya is a international adventure set in Washington, Miami, and the jungles of Guatemala between 2006 and 2009. The drama involves an international kidnapping and daring rescue that pits a wealthy US immigrant found.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Son of the Maya is a international adventure set in Washington, Miami, and the jungles of Guatemala between 2006 and 2009. The drama involves an international kidnapping and daring rescue that pits a wealthy US immigrant foundation executive against a dynamic Guatemalan revolutionary. Roberto Prettyman was born in Guatemala City but raised in Washington during the 1960s. He built an enormously successful suburban real estate practice before turning to philanthropy. A brilliant university political student, Felix Gigante (the Jaguar Paw), was radicalized and then built a powerful revolutionary force after his father was murdered by Guatemalan authorities. Tension between these native Guatemalans with divergent approaches to social change, yet similar perspectives on injustice reaches explosive crescendo after unpredicted twists and turns.…

Zustand: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.