Author: Reed Farrel Coleman Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1440531021 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 305
Book Description
When his estranged daughter Sarah comes to him with a request he cannot refuse, Moe Prager takes a deep breath and plunges back into the icy, opaque waters of secrets and lies.
Author: Maha Hilal Publisher: Broadleaf Books ISBN: 1506470475 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 328
Book Description
On September 11, 2001, nineteen terrorists hijacked four airplanes and carried out attacks on the United States, killing more than three thousand Americans and sending the country reeling. Three days after the attacks, President George W. Bush declared, "This is a day when all Americans from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace." Yet in the days following, Bush declared a "War on Terror," which would result in years of Muslims being targeted on the basis of collective punishment and scapegoating. In 2009, President Barack Obama said, "America must play its role in ushering in a new era of peace." Instead, Obama perpetuated the War on Terror's infrastructure that Bush had put in place, rendering his words entirely empty. President Donald Trump's overtly Islamophobic rhetoric added fuel to the fire, stoking public fears to justify the continuation of the War his predecessors had committed to. In Innocent Until Proven Muslim, scholar and organizer Dr.Maha Hilal tells the powerful story of two decades of the War on Terror, exploring how the official narrative has justified the creation of a sprawling apparatus of state violence rooted in Islamophobia and excused its worst abuses. Hilal offers not only an overview of the many iterations of the War on Terror in law and policy, but also examines how Muslim Americans have internalized oppression, how some influential Muslim Americans have perpetuated collective responsibility, and how the lived experiences of Muslim Americans reflect what it means to live as part of a "suspect" community. Along the way, this marginalized community gives voice to lessons that we can all learn from their experiences, and to what it would take to create a better future. Twenty years after the tragic events of 9/11, we must look at its full legacy in order to move toward a United States that is truly inclusive and unified.
Author: Walter Dean Myers Publisher: Harper Collins ISBN: 0061975028 Category : Young Adult Fiction Languages : en Pages : 292
Book Description
This New York Times bestselling novel from acclaimed author Walter Dean Myers tells the story of Steve Harmon, a teenage boy in juvenile detention and on trial. Presented as a screenplay of Steve's own imagination, and peppered with journal entries, the book shows how one single decision can change our whole lives. Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story that was the first-ever Michael L. Printz Award recipient, an ALA Best Book, a Coretta Scott King Honor selection, and a National Book Award finalist. Monster is now a major motion picture called All Rise and starring Jennifer Hudson, Kelvin Harrison, Jr., Nas, and A$AP Rocky. The late Walter Dean Myers was a National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, who was known for his commitment to realistically depicting kids from his hometown of Harlem.
Author: Annie Chapman Publisher: Harvest House Publishers ISBN: 0736956891 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 194
Book Description
If you struggle with strong negative emotions, Annie Chapman wants to help. Laying the foundation of God’s love and His promises to comfort and heal you, Annie explores some of the countless ways He reaches out to restore your serenity. She shares her own escape from anger and bitterness and draws on God’s Word to reveal how you too can experience peace and joy during your journey. You’ll find... specific steps to achieving emotional and spiritual healing encouraging Scriptures that reveal the hope you have in Jesus candid insights on the results of holding on to negative emotions a clear understanding of the roles God and you play in your healing tools for keeping new problems manageable “I now look with greater joy and understanding on my past, my present, and my future,” Annie says. Taking Back Your Life...One Thought at a Time will help you achieve the happiness and contentment you long for.
Author: Jess Keating Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers ISBN: 0553512307 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 49
Book Description
Monsters are real—and they're everywhere in nature! Animal Planet meets Godzilla in this nonfiction picture book that puts the "Ack!" into backyard science. Some people think monsters are the stuff of nightmares—the stuff of scary movies and Halloween. But monsters can also be found right in your backyard. Animals like aye-ayes, goblin sharks and vampire bats may look scary, but they pose no threat to humans. Others, such as the prairie dog, seem innocent—cute, even—yet their behavior could give you goose bumps. What makes a monster? Read this book to find out, if you dare. . . . Jess Keating and David DeGrand, the author illustrator team behind Pink Is for Blobfish will have readers shrieking with laughter at this latest installment to the World of Weird Animals series.
Author: Annie Chapman Publisher: Harvest House Publishers ISBN: 0736940820 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 194
Book Description
Guilt. Shame. Fear. These emotions and more keep many women from the freedom available in Christ. Using wisdom from the book of James, respected speaker and author Annie Chapman (more than 150,000 books sold) shows readers how to defeat the devil's emotional ploys by...submitting to Godactively resisting the devildrawing near to GodReaders will discover practical helps for completing each biblical step so they can...defeat guilt and choose confidence in Christcounter shame with the knowledge that God values themdeny fear and be filled with the peace of GodOvercoming Negative Emotions also includes a life-changing explanation of what forgiveness is, what it isn't, and how to apply it to real life. Readers will soon realize that freedom and confidence result when they place their trust and faith in God and His Word.
Author: Frank McConnell Publisher: McFarland ISBN: 0786437227 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 237
Book Description
A member of the Pulitzer Prize jury, the late Frank McConnell helped science fiction gain standing as serious literature. His 16 essays herein were first presented as papers at the prestigious Eaton Conferences. Initially believing that science fiction is primarily one of many forms of storytelling, McConnell gradually recognized science fiction as a modern expression of Gnosticism, rejecting bodily concerns for an emphasis on spirituality.
Author: Rashid Yahiaoui Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing ISBN: 1527554740 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 194
Book Description
This book is not just about the linguistic translation process; it delves deeper into the socio-cultural journey, the unique challenges faced, and the broader implications of this cross-cultural exchange. It stands out for its novel perspective, taking the readers on a fascinating journey from the humorous undertones of ‘Monsters Inc.’ to the satirical edges of ‘The Simpsons’ and ‘Family Guy’. It uncovers the intricate process of dubbing and transcreating Western audiovisual content into Arabic, highlighting how visuals, irony, and stereotypes interplay in this complex process. It offers readers insights into the world of media translation and cultural adaptation in Arabic, making it a compelling read for linguists, translators, media scholars, cultural enthusiasts, and anyone intrigued by the intersection of language, culture, and humour. It is a unique blend of academic research and engaging storytelling that will leave readers with a newfound appreciation for the art of dubbing and the cultural nuances it negotiates.
Author: Tobias Druitt Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers ISBN: 0375891668 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 274
Book Description
After the destruction of the city of Atlantis, Corydon is in a selfimposed exile. Clearly his presence only puts his friends in danger. And so he hides out in the desert, tending to goats and camels, keeping his friends safe by staying away. But, as ever, the gods of Olympos have other plans. Now the city of Troy is under siege, and Corydon’s friends are trapped inside. And so Corydon reluctantly joins them, hoping to help, and fearing that it is he that will tip the scales against them. In this thrilling conclusion to the trilogy about the gods and monsters of ancient Greece, Corydon knows that it will be up to him to thwart the mighty Zeus if the others are to live. At what cost will he buy their freedom?
Author: Reed Farrel Coleman
Author: Maha Hilal
Author: Walter Dean Myers
Author: Annie Chapman
Author: Jess Keating
Author: Mark Young
Author: Annie Chapman
Author: Frank McConnell
Author: Rashid Yahiaoui
Author: Tobias Druitt