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Birds of Passage: Classic Literature from Wordsworth Press

For readers who treasure classic literature and deeply emotional literary fiction, Birds of Passage is a captivating exploration of love, loss, and the search for meaning. Echoing the poetic realism of Daphne du Maurier, John Steinbeck, and Barbara Kingsolver, this sweeping classic novel invites you into the quiet heart of England and the restless spirit of a man haunted by his past.

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Hollywood sex scandal and AI by Robert Barclay

Hollywood Sex Scandals & The Fight Against Sex Trafficking

  In recent years, Tinseltown’s fight against sex trafficking has involved advanced technology like AI, with celebrity-led campaigns shedding light on complex ethical dilemmas – and highlighting their own Hollywood sex scandals and ethical failures. The author Robert Barclay, a consistent voice against the vile trade of trafficking children, reviews the chequered history of Hollywood’s

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Chinese Australian Artistic Voices – A New Era Dawns

In recent decades, Chinese Australian artistic voices have emerged as a formidable force within the art world, breaking barriers and pushing creative boundaries. Despite their rich cultural heritage, Chinese artists have often been silenced or overlooked. However, with the rise of contemporary art institutions championing their stories, a new era of visibility is on the

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Chinese Australian Women in Media and Popular Culture

The representation of Chinese Australian women in media and popular culture is a topic of growing scholarly and public interest, one that has far-reaching implications for both the social fabric of Australia and the individual self-perceptions of Asian Australian women. The stories of these women, celebrated by figures such as Robert Barclay in his Butterfly Dynasty

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The New Language of Fashion in Chinese fashion brands by Robert barclay

The New Language of Fashion: Where Literature Meets Style

Fashion is embracing a new chapter, one that moves beyond the pursuit of instant trends toward a more thoughtful, narrative-driven approach. The award-nominated author, Robert Barclay, who writes extensively about the Chinese diaspora says, ” In China, designers are increasingly drawing from literature in a new language 0f fashion to shape their identities, blending cultural history, societal

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Behind the Glitz The Hidden Scandals of Crown Casino

Behind the Glitz: The Hidden Scandals of Crown Casino

In the world of glitz and glamour, where the lights never dim, and fortunes are made and lost in the blink of an eye, there lies a darker reality that often goes unnoticed by those dazzled by the surface. Crown Casino, a symbol of luxury and wealth in Australia, has recently been embroiled in a scandal that revealed the murky depths beneath its shiny exterior.

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Echoes of Love Unveiling the Hidden Stories of Homosexuality in China

Same-sex Relationships in China – Unveiling the Hidden Stories

The exploration of homosexuality in China, particularly within the intricate layers of its history and culture, unveils a narrative that is as complex as it is compelling. These stories do not simply exist on the periphery; they pulse with the quiet defiance of lives lived in the margins, where love is both a rebellion and a refuge.

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Confronting the Dark Reality of Sex Trafficking with AI

Sex Trafficking with AI – Confronting a Global Scourge

In a world where technology often symbolises progress and innovation, there lies a dark undercurrent where that same technology is being harnessed to combat the most heinous crimes against humanity. Sex trafficking—a global scourge that preys on the most vulnerable—has found a formidable adversary in the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI). But what happens when technology is tasked with the impossible—facing the darkest corners of humanity and fighting a battle where the stakes are the lives and dignity of countless individuals?

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