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Author: M J Robotham Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1035901099 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 321
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'This is just a delight! The lovable characters and Ruby's charming and thrilling stories make this a book truly enjoyable and heartwarming read.' - Amazon reviewer, 5* *** Everyone knows Ruby Devereaux's books. But no one knows her story... until now. From a teenager in wartime England to a veteran of modern-day London – via 1950's New York, the Swinging Sixties, Cold War Berlin, Venice and Vietnam – Ruby Devereaux has lived one hell of a life: parties, scandals and conflict zones, meeting men and adventure along the way. In a writing career spanning seven decades and more than twenty books, she's distilled everything into her work. Or has she? Now beyond her 90th year, Ruby's energy is ebbing and her beloved typewriter put away. Until a call from her publisher presents Ruby with an ultimatum, and the impetus to embark on one last book – “warts and all”, as she says. Even in her dotage, Ruby M Devereaux has the power to surprise, because whatever this author does, she does on her own terms. Always. Is Ruby finally about to reveal the secrets of her infamous life? Taking the reader on a rollercoaster ride through the latter half of the 20th Century, The Scandalous Life of Ruby Devereaux is a mesmerising story of one unforgettable woman's place in an ever-changing world. *** Readers LOVE M.J. Robotham: 'I absolutely loved this book! I could not put it down! I was absolutely mesmerized by this story and I loved every word of it. This may is my favorite book for the year so far!! 5 star read!!!' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'Highly original and FUN. Highly recommend.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'Kudos to Mandy Robotham for writing a fabulous novel.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'A lovely book and a wonderful read' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'LOVED this book. So good!!! It was so interesting to read and Ruby is just the best character. I laughed throughout and had tears.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*
Author: M J Robotham Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1035901099 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 321
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'This is just a delight! The lovable characters and Ruby's charming and thrilling stories make this a book truly enjoyable and heartwarming read.' - Amazon reviewer, 5* *** Everyone knows Ruby Devereaux's books. But no one knows her story... until now. From a teenager in wartime England to a veteran of modern-day London – via 1950's New York, the Swinging Sixties, Cold War Berlin, Venice and Vietnam – Ruby Devereaux has lived one hell of a life: parties, scandals and conflict zones, meeting men and adventure along the way. In a writing career spanning seven decades and more than twenty books, she's distilled everything into her work. Or has she? Now beyond her 90th year, Ruby's energy is ebbing and her beloved typewriter put away. Until a call from her publisher presents Ruby with an ultimatum, and the impetus to embark on one last book – “warts and all”, as she says. Even in her dotage, Ruby M Devereaux has the power to surprise, because whatever this author does, she does on her own terms. Always. Is Ruby finally about to reveal the secrets of her infamous life? Taking the reader on a rollercoaster ride through the latter half of the 20th Century, The Scandalous Life of Ruby Devereaux is a mesmerising story of one unforgettable woman's place in an ever-changing world. *** Readers LOVE M.J. Robotham: 'I absolutely loved this book! I could not put it down! I was absolutely mesmerized by this story and I loved every word of it. This may is my favorite book for the year so far!! 5 star read!!!' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'Highly original and FUN. Highly recommend.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'Kudos to Mandy Robotham for writing a fabulous novel.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'A lovely book and a wonderful read' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'LOVED this book. So good!!! It was so interesting to read and Ruby is just the best character. I laughed throughout and had tears.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*
Author: Kevin Garrett Publisher: Dorrance Publishing ISBN: 1638678219 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 204
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Betram Grey's Second Notebook By: Kevin Garrett A guard, in a world of perfect people, stands watch over one imperfect man, imprisoned in a steel cage, but is his prisoner a Monster who wants to destroy the world, or is he a Savior who wants to keep the world from destroying itself with too much kindness? Is it possible that the game of chess was meant not as a contest of war between its opponents, but instead, as a game of peace, designed to promote happiness and joy between the participants of the game? Is there baseball in Heaven, and if there is, are the rules still the same? A man envies a robot for its immortality and its beautiful design, and a robot envies a man for being what he is, doomed to the certainty of death and decay, and yet imbued with a hope for something more. The entire adult population of the Earth awakens one day to find that they have all become millionaires. The money is real enough, but as they soon discover, it is sometimes a good idea to “look a gift horse” squarely in the mouth before accepting it. In this second companion novel to To The Faithless and The Unbelieving BERTRAM GREY, Kevin Garrett resurrects the second spiral notebook of short stories that Bertram Grey burned in his uncle’s fireplace, and offers a conclusion to the story of Bertram Grey and his Uncle Jacob.
Author: Frantz Fanon Publisher: ISBN: 9780745399546 Category : Black race Languages : en Pages : 0
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Black Skin, White Masks is a classic, devastating account of the dehumanising effects of colonisation experienced by black subjects living in a white world. First published in English in 1967, this book provides an unsurpassed study of the psychology of racism using scientific analysis and poetic grace.Franz Fanon identifies a devastating pathology at the heart of Western culture, a denial of difference, that persists to this day. A major influence on civil rights, anti-colonial, and black consciousness movements around the world, his writings speak to all who continue the struggle for political and cultural liberation.With an introduction by Paul Gilroy, author of There Ain't No Black in the Union Jack.
Author: Erin Merryn Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 075732391X Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 82
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Celebrate a year in the life of The Cat Named Carrot, as she goes from humble beginnings in a shelter to a loving home with a family of three adorable little girls and internet stardom. Bailey was certainly no ordinary cat—an orange tabby who gained fans around the world when his humanlike antics went viral. Sadly, when 14-year-old Bailey died, his family grieved their loss. They’d never find a cat quite like him—or would they? Then along came Carrot, an orange tabby kitten born as a stray, who appeared just as Erin Merryn and her young girls Abby, Hannah, and baby Claire were mending their broken hearts. Written in the voice of Carrot, follow her remarkable journey from shelter cat to top Instagram celebrity feline. Much like Bailey did, she loves spending time with her human family: making mischief with her girl gang; going joyriding in a pint-sized pink Barbie Jeep; doing arts-and-crafts projects; modeling a pink tutu and flowery headband; enjoying a spa day complete with fluffy robe and cucumber eye treatments; celebrating Christmas, Easter, and every holiday in between. It’s no wonder that Carrot’s videos have gone viral—garnering millions of views on Ellen, the Dodo, Good Morning America, Access Hollywood, People, and many more. Complete with four-color photos that will leave readers purring with delight, the journal of this sweet, adorable kitty with personality to spare shows us that the human-animal bond runs more than fur deep. It is love that will last a lifetime!
Author: Jack Hamilton Publisher: Harvard University Press ISBN: 0674416597 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 351
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By the time Jimi Hendrix died in 1970, the idea of a black man playing lead guitar in a rock band seemed exotic. Yet a mere ten years earlier, Chuck Berry and Bo Diddley had stood among the most influential rock and roll performers. Why did rock and roll become “white”? Just around Midnight reveals the interplay of popular music and racial thought that was responsible for this shift within the music industry and in the minds of fans. Rooted in rhythm-and-blues pioneered by black musicians, 1950s rock and roll was racially inclusive and attracted listeners and performers across the color line. In the 1960s, however, rock and roll gave way to rock: a new musical ideal regarded as more serious, more artistic—and the province of white musicians. Decoding the racial discourses that have distorted standard histories of rock music, Jack Hamilton underscores how ideas of “authenticity” have blinded us to rock’s inextricably interracial artistic enterprise. According to the standard storyline, the authentic white musician was guided by an individual creative vision, whereas black musicians were deemed authentic only when they stayed true to black tradition. Serious rock became white because only white musicians could be original without being accused of betraying their race. Juxtaposing Sam Cooke and Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin and Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix and the Rolling Stones, and many others, Hamilton challenges the racial categories that oversimplified the sixties revolution and provides a deeper appreciation of the twists and turns that kept the music alive.
Author: Zazie Todd Publisher: Greystone Books Ltd ISBN: 1771643803 Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 269
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As seen in The New York Times, People, SLATE, Psychology Today "[A] must-have guide to improving your dog's life."—Modern Dog Magazine Whether you are training a new puppy, considering adopting a dog, researching dog breeds, or simply curious about your own dog's happiness and behavior, Wag has all the answers-and then some. Respected dog trainer and social psychologist, Zazie Todd, demystifies the inner life of canines and shares recommendations from leading veterinarians, researchers, and trainers to help you cultivate a rewarding and respectful relationship with your dog-which offers many benefits for you, your family, and your four-legged friend. Inside this engaging, practical book, readers will find: A Check List for a Happy Dog Enrichment exercises How to socialize and train a new puppy How to reduce fear and anxiety in dogs Tips for visiting the vet Information on aging dogs Expert interviews with vets and psychologists And so much more! "Dog owners and those considering becoming one should appreciate Todd's substantial insight into how dogs and humans relate to one another."—Publishers Weekly
Author: Alexandra Büchler Publisher: Parthian Books ISBN: 191459570X Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 298
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'A wonderful collection stemming from a hugely important project keeping young Welsh writers connected to Europe despite all attempts to sever these crucial cultural ties.' – Rachel Trezise 'Anthologies such as this one are the footings of the recently-burnt bridges that we need to rebuild. They help to tear down the walls put up around us. Always important, they are now vital.' – Niall Griffiths Ulysses's Cat brings readers the work of some of the most outstanding authors of the younger generation from Croatia, Greece, Serbia, Slovenia and Wales who participated in a project of exchange residencies originally launched on the Croatian island of Mljet, where, according to legend, shipwrecked Ulysses found shelter. As Britain becomes metaphorically unmoored and drifts away from Europe, keeping connected through reading and dialogue provides us with new perspectives on our place in the world and on the tumultuous times we live in. The works of poetry, prose and essays included here offer a snapshot of the concerns and preoccupations shared by young writers from a region with a rich literature that rarely reaches English-language readers and at the same time confirms the vitality of the bilingual Welsh literary scene.
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