Books published by Interactive Publications

In Book 4 of the acclaimed Project Earth-mend Series, Earth is under threat by starships from a distant galaxy sent to destroy humanity before its pollution can spread to other planets.Tiger the Cat, Wanda the Blue Tongue Lizard, Number 12 the racing Camel and Syd the dizzy Crow team up with Prince, Eudora and Tark, extraterrestrials in disguise, and other species as well as President Obama and Madonna to head off the confrontation over the skies of New York City (the Big Apple). Before the battle, the Team makes their case at United Nations for unity among all living beings, but will it be too late to defend the planet? Will we pay the ultimate price for ignoring Climate Change?

Suzuki may be a name renowned for automobiles, but this book introduces us to a very different Suzuki - the Suzuki who was a world leader in the teaching of music.Dr Shinichi Suzuki, creator of "e;The Suzuki Method"e;, is well remembered for his extraordinary warmth, care, and sense of humour.Part biography, part memoir, this important book recalls scenes from Suzuki's life, and many of the author's own experiences as his student in Japan. Both humorous and culturally informative, this book illustrates how Suzuki was influenced by Japanese history and his Zen beliefs, making him "e;the son of his environment"e;.Above all, this book reminds us that Suzuki gave far more to the world than just a method of teaching. In the book Suzuki Violin School, Volume 1, Dr Suzuki gives an impassioned plea to parents: "e;Please raise your child to be a fine human being."e;Students, teachers, and lovers of music and history alike will enjoy this stroll through the life and teachings of the quick-witted Dr Suzuki, who turned the music education world upside down.

The 2011 James Backhouse lecture is concerned with developing a theological response to the need to adopt more sustainable practices such as permaculture to ensure that all people have a reliable supply of food.

Who was "e;the most dangerous man in Australia"e; in the years before World War II?Was it the geologist who obtained nickel and molybdenite to prolong the life of Krupp guns and help "e;our dear Fuehrer"e; to win the next war?Or perhaps the journalist who took Japanese money in return for persuading politicians that the peace-loving Japanese were no threat to Australia?Or the Vichy French Consul-General who urged the Japanese to seize New Caledonia, while he threatened the lives of Free French supporters in Australia?Or the German businessman who photographed wharves and factories and oil storage facilities for a mysterious organisation in Germany?Or, collectively, the small group of Russian fascists in Brisbane who worked for the Japanese secret service in Harbin?These are some of the intriguing characters to be found in this book. Judge for yourself who deserves the distinction!