Author: Roderic Fenwick Owen
Publisher: Sphere
ISBN: 9780751583007
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 576
Book Description
'A completely extraordinary autobiography. One that reads like the most outlandish, beguiling fiction but that is - amazingly - all true' - William Boyd, Sunday Times bestselling author 'Outrageous fun...my goodness there are knee-tremblers galore in this racy memoir' - The Times 'A wonderful journey through 20th Century history. I thoroughly enjoyed it' - Lady Anne Glenconner, author of Lady in Waiting --- For fear of growing up like his stiff-upper-lipped Uncle Dick, Roderic Fenwick Owen (1921-2011) survived Eton, Oxford and the Second World War to become a travel writer, experiencing the varied wonders of the 20th century's people and places in that guise. Frequently finding himself party to crucial historical events (including experiencing Nazi Germany in 1939 and the Pentagon during the Cold War Years), his life featured a stellar cast of characters from Eisenhower and Jackson Pollock to Christopher Lee and Sean Connery. At the heart of Roddy's writing adventures lay his search for love, even if just for the night. He fell head over heels for, and married a Polynesian princess while beachcombing in Tahiti, but when a dazzling trip to 1950s New York opened his eyes to the fact he was more attracted to men than women, he was forced to continue his quest for his soulmate under threat of danger. This was at a time when the police were prosecuting and imprisoning more gay men than ever before, including some of his friends. Lyrical, witty and at times jaw-droppingly unbelievable, Oh, What A Lovely Century is both a highly personal memoir and a marvellous obituary of an ever-changing and now lost world - that was frequently the best of times, and sometimes the worst. --- 'If you have a penchant for posh goss, don't miss this riotous memoir' - Evening Standard '[Fenwick Owen] brushed the skirts of history ... a joy' - The Telegraph 'Stuffed to the gills with raucous anecdotes and mesmerising detail ... Fenwick Owen's memoirs are witty and touching but also an important record of how society has changed' - Jessica Fellowes, author of The Mitford Murders
Oh, What a Lovely Century
Author: Roderic Fenwick Owen
Publisher: Sphere
ISBN: 9780751583007
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 576
Book Description
'A completely extraordinary autobiography. One that reads like the most outlandish, beguiling fiction but that is - amazingly - all true' - William Boyd, Sunday Times bestselling author 'Outrageous fun...my goodness there are knee-tremblers galore in this racy memoir' - The Times 'A wonderful journey through 20th Century history. I thoroughly enjoyed it' - Lady Anne Glenconner, author of Lady in Waiting --- For fear of growing up like his stiff-upper-lipped Uncle Dick, Roderic Fenwick Owen (1921-2011) survived Eton, Oxford and the Second World War to become a travel writer, experiencing the varied wonders of the 20th century's people and places in that guise. Frequently finding himself party to crucial historical events (including experiencing Nazi Germany in 1939 and the Pentagon during the Cold War Years), his life featured a stellar cast of characters from Eisenhower and Jackson Pollock to Christopher Lee and Sean Connery. At the heart of Roddy's writing adventures lay his search for love, even if just for the night. He fell head over heels for, and married a Polynesian princess while beachcombing in Tahiti, but when a dazzling trip to 1950s New York opened his eyes to the fact he was more attracted to men than women, he was forced to continue his quest for his soulmate under threat of danger. This was at a time when the police were prosecuting and imprisoning more gay men than ever before, including some of his friends. Lyrical, witty and at times jaw-droppingly unbelievable, Oh, What A Lovely Century is both a highly personal memoir and a marvellous obituary of an ever-changing and now lost world - that was frequently the best of times, and sometimes the worst. --- 'If you have a penchant for posh goss, don't miss this riotous memoir' - Evening Standard '[Fenwick Owen] brushed the skirts of history ... a joy' - The Telegraph 'Stuffed to the gills with raucous anecdotes and mesmerising detail ... Fenwick Owen's memoirs are witty and touching but also an important record of how society has changed' - Jessica Fellowes, author of The Mitford Murders
Publisher: Sphere
ISBN: 9780751583007
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 576
Book Description
'A completely extraordinary autobiography. One that reads like the most outlandish, beguiling fiction but that is - amazingly - all true' - William Boyd, Sunday Times bestselling author 'Outrageous fun...my goodness there are knee-tremblers galore in this racy memoir' - The Times 'A wonderful journey through 20th Century history. I thoroughly enjoyed it' - Lady Anne Glenconner, author of Lady in Waiting --- For fear of growing up like his stiff-upper-lipped Uncle Dick, Roderic Fenwick Owen (1921-2011) survived Eton, Oxford and the Second World War to become a travel writer, experiencing the varied wonders of the 20th century's people and places in that guise. Frequently finding himself party to crucial historical events (including experiencing Nazi Germany in 1939 and the Pentagon during the Cold War Years), his life featured a stellar cast of characters from Eisenhower and Jackson Pollock to Christopher Lee and Sean Connery. At the heart of Roddy's writing adventures lay his search for love, even if just for the night. He fell head over heels for, and married a Polynesian princess while beachcombing in Tahiti, but when a dazzling trip to 1950s New York opened his eyes to the fact he was more attracted to men than women, he was forced to continue his quest for his soulmate under threat of danger. This was at a time when the police were prosecuting and imprisoning more gay men than ever before, including some of his friends. Lyrical, witty and at times jaw-droppingly unbelievable, Oh, What A Lovely Century is both a highly personal memoir and a marvellous obituary of an ever-changing and now lost world - that was frequently the best of times, and sometimes the worst. --- 'If you have a penchant for posh goss, don't miss this riotous memoir' - Evening Standard '[Fenwick Owen] brushed the skirts of history ... a joy' - The Telegraph 'Stuffed to the gills with raucous anecdotes and mesmerising detail ... Fenwick Owen's memoirs are witty and touching but also an important record of how society has changed' - Jessica Fellowes, author of The Mitford Murders
Flovely ́s Adventure time at the animal farm
Author: Siegfried Freudenfels
Publisher: BookRix
ISBN: 3739690941
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
The free children’s book "Flovely on the Farm" is a lovely short tale to be read to children. Flovely meets the small calf Conrad who has lost his way. Together with Flovely’s friend Flirty ans the rabbits Heino and Hilde the search fort he herd and Conrad’s home starts. On Farmer Bernd’ farm the friends make some more exciting discoveries. Exciting and rich in detail, just the right story for children from 3 to eight years. If lullabies and baby guides don't help your child fall asleep, try this lovingly designed children's book. You are looking for a children book vegetables, children books tractor or children book on gardening? Perfect, this ebook is the right choice. About the author: The author Siegfried Freudenfels has been working as an illustrator for children's books for over 10 years. In 2010, his first free ebook, a new edition of famous children's classics, was published as a free children's book. The works soon became known and apart from further adventure stories for children, children's games and lullabies appeared, also as free ebooks. The collection now comprises over 20 children's books for digital reading devices. Review: "A wonderful children's book animal storie, my son loves it" "All the stories in this book are extremely adorable and interesting. It's the kind of book absolutely every child would enjoy." "If your kids love farm animals, cats and dogs and animal stories they will adore this children book."
Publisher: BookRix
ISBN: 3739690941
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
The free children’s book "Flovely on the Farm" is a lovely short tale to be read to children. Flovely meets the small calf Conrad who has lost his way. Together with Flovely’s friend Flirty ans the rabbits Heino and Hilde the search fort he herd and Conrad’s home starts. On Farmer Bernd’ farm the friends make some more exciting discoveries. Exciting and rich in detail, just the right story for children from 3 to eight years. If lullabies and baby guides don't help your child fall asleep, try this lovingly designed children's book. You are looking for a children book vegetables, children books tractor or children book on gardening? Perfect, this ebook is the right choice. About the author: The author Siegfried Freudenfels has been working as an illustrator for children's books for over 10 years. In 2010, his first free ebook, a new edition of famous children's classics, was published as a free children's book. The works soon became known and apart from further adventure stories for children, children's games and lullabies appeared, also as free ebooks. The collection now comprises over 20 children's books for digital reading devices. Review: "A wonderful children's book animal storie, my son loves it" "All the stories in this book are extremely adorable and interesting. It's the kind of book absolutely every child would enjoy." "If your kids love farm animals, cats and dogs and animal stories they will adore this children book."
Felt Wee Folk: New Adventures
Author: Salley Mavor
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1607058871
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
“A fabulous book! . . . If you enjoy tiny, detailed projects that allow for lots of creativity and personal handiwork, I cannot recommend this book enough!” —Feeling Stitchy Salley Mavor’s book Felt Wee Folk inspired tens of thousands to handcraft dolls from simple materials. Now, she invites you to return to the wee world with Felt Wee Folk—New Adventures, starring 120 dolls to spark smiles and creativity. As requested by fans, this long-awaited follow-up shares more challenging projects. Explore fresh scenes and an array of new outfits, hairstyles, and accessories, with full-sized patterns. Make bendable dolls that resemble you, your family, or your favorite fairy-tale characters with wool felt, chenille stems, and decorative stitching. Display the figures in a dollhouse, atop a wedding cake, or in a holiday scene to be cherished year after year. From the pages of Mavor’s award-winning children’s books to your home, the enchanting wee folk dolls appeal to crafters of all ages and skill levels. More dolls, more scenes, and more outfits Use your stash—wool felt, chenille stems, and simple embellishments Delightful, challenging projects, as requested by fans Felt Wee Folk was a Foreword Reviews’ GOLD WINNER for Crafts & Hobbies “While the original book included projects beyond Wee Folk dolls, the new volume focuses on the dolls themselves. Fairies and families, kings and knights, and even some not-too-scary pirates all grace the pages of the book, beckoning readers to at least admire, if not try to create, Wee Folk of their own.” —The Enterprise (Cape Cod)
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1607058871
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
“A fabulous book! . . . If you enjoy tiny, detailed projects that allow for lots of creativity and personal handiwork, I cannot recommend this book enough!” —Feeling Stitchy Salley Mavor’s book Felt Wee Folk inspired tens of thousands to handcraft dolls from simple materials. Now, she invites you to return to the wee world with Felt Wee Folk—New Adventures, starring 120 dolls to spark smiles and creativity. As requested by fans, this long-awaited follow-up shares more challenging projects. Explore fresh scenes and an array of new outfits, hairstyles, and accessories, with full-sized patterns. Make bendable dolls that resemble you, your family, or your favorite fairy-tale characters with wool felt, chenille stems, and decorative stitching. Display the figures in a dollhouse, atop a wedding cake, or in a holiday scene to be cherished year after year. From the pages of Mavor’s award-winning children’s books to your home, the enchanting wee folk dolls appeal to crafters of all ages and skill levels. More dolls, more scenes, and more outfits Use your stash—wool felt, chenille stems, and simple embellishments Delightful, challenging projects, as requested by fans Felt Wee Folk was a Foreword Reviews’ GOLD WINNER for Crafts & Hobbies “While the original book included projects beyond Wee Folk dolls, the new volume focuses on the dolls themselves. Fairies and families, kings and knights, and even some not-too-scary pirates all grace the pages of the book, beckoning readers to at least admire, if not try to create, Wee Folk of their own.” —The Enterprise (Cape Cod)
The Adventures of a Girl Called Bicycle
Author: Christina Uss
Publisher: Holiday House
ISBN: 0823441083
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
A determined 12-year-old girl bikes across the country in this quirky and charming debut middle grade novel. Introverted Bicycle has lived most of her life at the Mostly Silent Monastery in Washington, D.C. When her guardian, Sister Wanda, announces that Bicycle is going to attend a camp where she will learn to make friends, Bicycle says no way and sets off on her bike for San Francisco to meet her idol, a famous cyclist, certain he will be her first true friend. Who knew that a ghost would haunt her handlebars and that she would have to contend with bike-hating dogs, a bike-loving horse, bike-crushing pigs, and a mysterious lady dressed in black. Over the uphills and downhills of her journey, Bicycle discovers that friends are not such a bad thing to have after all, and that a dozen cookies really can solve most problems.
Publisher: Holiday House
ISBN: 0823441083
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
A determined 12-year-old girl bikes across the country in this quirky and charming debut middle grade novel. Introverted Bicycle has lived most of her life at the Mostly Silent Monastery in Washington, D.C. When her guardian, Sister Wanda, announces that Bicycle is going to attend a camp where she will learn to make friends, Bicycle says no way and sets off on her bike for San Francisco to meet her idol, a famous cyclist, certain he will be her first true friend. Who knew that a ghost would haunt her handlebars and that she would have to contend with bike-hating dogs, a bike-loving horse, bike-crushing pigs, and a mysterious lady dressed in black. Over the uphills and downhills of her journey, Bicycle discovers that friends are not such a bad thing to have after all, and that a dozen cookies really can solve most problems.
Our Little Adventures
Author: Tabitha Paige
Publisher: Paige Tate & Company
ISBN: 1950968014
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
"Follow along with Little Fox as he plans a surprise picnic for his friend Owl,"--
Publisher: Paige Tate & Company
ISBN: 1950968014
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
"Follow along with Little Fox as he plans a surprise picnic for his friend Owl,"--
The Adventures of Nanny Piggins
Author: R. A. Spratt
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316230987
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Three children and their hilariously subversive nanny pig embark on zany adventures in this award-winning middle grade debut illustrated by Caldecott winnter Dan Santat. The three Green children are cared for by a nanny pig. Yes, a pig--a fabulously sassy and impeccably dressed pig, as a matter of fact! With her insatiable urge to eat chocolate (and feed chocolate to everyone she loves), her high-flying spirit, and her unending sense of fun, Nanny Piggins takes Derrick, Samantha, and Michael on a year of surprises, yummy treats, and adventures they'll never forget. It's no surprise that Booklist proclaimed, "Mary Poppins, move over--or get shoved out of the way." Nanny Piggins is a refreshing and dynamic addition to favorite classic nannies: Amelia Bedelia, Mrs. Piggle Wiggle, and, of course, Mary Poppins. Read more books in the series: Nanny Piggins and the Wicked Plan and Nanny Piggins and the Runaway Lion.
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316230987
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Three children and their hilariously subversive nanny pig embark on zany adventures in this award-winning middle grade debut illustrated by Caldecott winnter Dan Santat. The three Green children are cared for by a nanny pig. Yes, a pig--a fabulously sassy and impeccably dressed pig, as a matter of fact! With her insatiable urge to eat chocolate (and feed chocolate to everyone she loves), her high-flying spirit, and her unending sense of fun, Nanny Piggins takes Derrick, Samantha, and Michael on a year of surprises, yummy treats, and adventures they'll never forget. It's no surprise that Booklist proclaimed, "Mary Poppins, move over--or get shoved out of the way." Nanny Piggins is a refreshing and dynamic addition to favorite classic nannies: Amelia Bedelia, Mrs. Piggle Wiggle, and, of course, Mary Poppins. Read more books in the series: Nanny Piggins and the Wicked Plan and Nanny Piggins and the Runaway Lion.
Adventures in Improv Quilts
Author: Cindy Grisdela
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1644030705
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Find inspiration in Improv and start your journey with bold colors and unique designs! Improv expert Cindy Grisdela shares the design principles and construction strategies for successful quilts every time. Explore three different ways to create improvisationally, from the easiest—using one block in different colors and orientations—to combining block units using various techniques—to aspirational, free cutting the entire quilt and designing it on the wall before sewing. Finished creations result in one-of-a-kind artwork! Master three different improvisational styles to create original works of art Design and construction process made easy with expert strategies Guided exercises will have you creating stunning Improv quilts in no time!
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1644030705
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Find inspiration in Improv and start your journey with bold colors and unique designs! Improv expert Cindy Grisdela shares the design principles and construction strategies for successful quilts every time. Explore three different ways to create improvisationally, from the easiest—using one block in different colors and orientations—to combining block units using various techniques—to aspirational, free cutting the entire quilt and designing it on the wall before sewing. Finished creations result in one-of-a-kind artwork! Master three different improvisational styles to create original works of art Design and construction process made easy with expert strategies Guided exercises will have you creating stunning Improv quilts in no time!
ART OF POINT-AND-CLICK ADVENTURE GAMES.
Author: BITMAP BOOKS.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781838019112
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781838019112
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
TIME MACHINE: THE FANTASY ADVENTURE STORIES
Author: Adarsh Swaroop
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1112
Book Description
Part - I A rebellion staged by superhuman androids brings a reluctant bounty hunter The tech company responsible for their engineering doubts the efficacy of his control methods and shows their concern with an android so realistic. Thirty years after Officer K unearths a long-buried secret that has the potential to plunge what's left of society into chaos. K's discovery leads him on a quest to find, a former LAPD Time Machine Soldier Who has been missing for 30 years? PART - II The world is stunned when a group of time travellers arrive from the year 2051 to deliver an urgent message: Thirty years in the future, mankind is losing a global war against a deadly alien species. Part - III Adarsh must repair the damage to history by rekindling his parents' romance and - with the help of his eccentric inventor friend. Return from saving Adarsh's future son from disaster, only to discover their own time transformed. In this nightmarish version of Shimla, In this final chapter, obtains a 70-year-old message from the time-travelling Dr. in which he informs. Part - IV Time-travelling fighter pilot Aarav Khanna teams up with his 12-year-old self for a mission to save the future after unintentionally crash landing in 2023.
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1112
Book Description
Part - I A rebellion staged by superhuman androids brings a reluctant bounty hunter The tech company responsible for their engineering doubts the efficacy of his control methods and shows their concern with an android so realistic. Thirty years after Officer K unearths a long-buried secret that has the potential to plunge what's left of society into chaos. K's discovery leads him on a quest to find, a former LAPD Time Machine Soldier Who has been missing for 30 years? PART - II The world is stunned when a group of time travellers arrive from the year 2051 to deliver an urgent message: Thirty years in the future, mankind is losing a global war against a deadly alien species. Part - III Adarsh must repair the damage to history by rekindling his parents' romance and - with the help of his eccentric inventor friend. Return from saving Adarsh's future son from disaster, only to discover their own time transformed. In this nightmarish version of Shimla, In this final chapter, obtains a 70-year-old message from the time-travelling Dr. in which he informs. Part - IV Time-travelling fighter pilot Aarav Khanna teams up with his 12-year-old self for a mission to save the future after unintentionally crash landing in 2023.
Cat Kuku adventure in the park
Author: Siegfried Freudenfels
Publisher: BookRix
ISBN: 3748728743
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
Cat Kuku adventure in the park is a loving children's book for children from 3 years on. The story is ideal for reading aloud. The many drawings in the book make it easy for the child to follow the story. Positive and non-violent are the contents of the children's books with cat Kuku. The book is also very suitable as a bedtime story. The three friends cat Kuku, Bubsimouse and Mona spend an exciting day in the park. From playing on the climbing frame to a boat race, the little reader is provided with a wide range of play ideas. A beautifully and lovingly written children's book for children from the age of three. Translated with DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
Publisher: BookRix
ISBN: 3748728743
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
Cat Kuku adventure in the park is a loving children's book for children from 3 years on. The story is ideal for reading aloud. The many drawings in the book make it easy for the child to follow the story. Positive and non-violent are the contents of the children's books with cat Kuku. The book is also very suitable as a bedtime story. The three friends cat Kuku, Bubsimouse and Mona spend an exciting day in the park. From playing on the climbing frame to a boat race, the little reader is provided with a wide range of play ideas. A beautifully and lovingly written children's book for children from the age of three. Translated with DeepL.com/Translator (free version)