Author: Rebecca Hourwich Reyher
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Beauty, Personal
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A six-year-old peasant girl is lost and searches for her mother. The story proves an old Russian proverb: We do not love people because they are beautiful, but they seem beautiful to us because we love them.
My Mother is the Most Beautiful Woman in the World
Author: Rebecca Hourwich Reyher
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Beauty, Personal
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A six-year-old peasant girl is lost and searches for her mother. The story proves an old Russian proverb: We do not love people because they are beautiful, but they seem beautiful to us because we love them.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Beauty, Personal
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A six-year-old peasant girl is lost and searches for her mother. The story proves an old Russian proverb: We do not love people because they are beautiful, but they seem beautiful to us because we love them.
Self-Esteem
Author: Greta Barclay Lipson
Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press
ISBN: 1573100803
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
A lively collection of stories--old and new--with engaging follow-up activities and discussions. The concept of self-esteem is presened through literature creating a safe and motivational context. Introduce and amplify the meaning and spirit of self-respect with an entertaining array of materials.
Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press
ISBN: 1573100803
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
A lively collection of stories--old and new--with engaging follow-up activities and discussions. The concept of self-esteem is presened through literature creating a safe and motivational context. Introduce and amplify the meaning and spirit of self-respect with an entertaining array of materials.
Code Girls
Author: Liza Mundy
Publisher: Hachette Books
ISBN: 0316352551
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
The award-winning New York Times bestseller about the American women who secretly served as codebreakers during World War II--a "prodigiously researched and engrossing" (New York Times) book that "shines a light on a hidden chapter of American history" (Denver Post). Recruited by the U.S. Army and Navy from small towns and elite colleges, more than ten thousand women served as codebreakers during World War II. While their brothers and boyfriends took up arms, these women moved to Washington and learned the meticulous work of code-breaking. Their efforts shortened the war, saved countless lives, and gave them access to careers previously denied to them. A strict vow of secrecy nearly erased their efforts from history; now, through dazzling research and interviews with surviving code girls, bestselling author Liza Mundy brings to life this riveting and vital story of American courage, service, and scientific accomplishment.
Publisher: Hachette Books
ISBN: 0316352551
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
The award-winning New York Times bestseller about the American women who secretly served as codebreakers during World War II--a "prodigiously researched and engrossing" (New York Times) book that "shines a light on a hidden chapter of American history" (Denver Post). Recruited by the U.S. Army and Navy from small towns and elite colleges, more than ten thousand women served as codebreakers during World War II. While their brothers and boyfriends took up arms, these women moved to Washington and learned the meticulous work of code-breaking. Their efforts shortened the war, saved countless lives, and gave them access to careers previously denied to them. A strict vow of secrecy nearly erased their efforts from history; now, through dazzling research and interviews with surviving code girls, bestselling author Liza Mundy brings to life this riveting and vital story of American courage, service, and scientific accomplishment.
Mothers Before
Author: Edan Lepucki
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1683358872
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
Who was your mother before she was a mother? Essays and photos from Brit Bennett, Jennifer Egan, Danzy Senna, Laura Lippman, Jia Tolentino, and many more. In this remarkable collection, New York Times–bestselling novelist Edan Lepucki gathers more than sixty original essays and favorite photographs to explore this question. The daughters in Mothers Before are writers and poets, artists and teachers, and the images and stories they share reveal the lives of women in ways that are vulnerable and true, sometimes funny, sometimes sad, and always moving. Contributors include: Brit Bennett * Jennine Capó Crucet * Jennifer Egan * Angela Garbes * Annabeth Gish * Alison Roman * Lisa See * Danzy Senna * Dana Spiotta * Lan Samantha Chang * Laura Lippman * Jia Tolentino * Tiffany Nguyen * Charmaine Craig * Maya Ramakrishnan * Eirene Donohue * and many others
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1683358872
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
Who was your mother before she was a mother? Essays and photos from Brit Bennett, Jennifer Egan, Danzy Senna, Laura Lippman, Jia Tolentino, and many more. In this remarkable collection, New York Times–bestselling novelist Edan Lepucki gathers more than sixty original essays and favorite photographs to explore this question. The daughters in Mothers Before are writers and poets, artists and teachers, and the images and stories they share reveal the lives of women in ways that are vulnerable and true, sometimes funny, sometimes sad, and always moving. Contributors include: Brit Bennett * Jennine Capó Crucet * Jennifer Egan * Angela Garbes * Annabeth Gish * Alison Roman * Lisa See * Danzy Senna * Dana Spiotta * Lan Samantha Chang * Laura Lippman * Jia Tolentino * Tiffany Nguyen * Charmaine Craig * Maya Ramakrishnan * Eirene Donohue * and many others
Upper Bohemia
Author: Hayden Herrera
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1982105291
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
"A coming-of-age memoir by the daughter of privileged, artistic, hard-drinking, bohemian parents, set against a backdrop of 1950s New York, Cape Cod, and Mexico"--
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1982105291
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
"A coming-of-age memoir by the daughter of privileged, artistic, hard-drinking, bohemian parents, set against a backdrop of 1950s New York, Cape Cod, and Mexico"--
Russian Life
Call Me Cassandra
Author: Marcial Gala
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN: 0374602026
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Finalist for the 2023 PEN Translation Prize and the 2022 Lambda Literary Award for Gay Fiction “Dazzling." —Marcela Valdes, The New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice) "A spellbinding novel by one of the best writers of the Americas." —Junot Díaz, author of This is How You Lose Her Ten-year-old Rauli lives in a world that is often hostile. His older brother is violent; his philandering father doesn’t understand him; his intelligence and sensitivity do not endear him to the other children at school. He loves to read, especially Greek myths, but in Cuba in the 1970s, novels and gods can be dangerous. Despite the signs that warn Rauli to repress and fear what he is, he knows three things to be true: First, that he was born in the wrong body. Second, that he will die, aged eighteen, as a soldier in the Cuban intervention in Angola. And third, that he is the reincarnation of the Trojan princess Cassandra. Moving between Rauli’s childhood and adolescence, between the Angolan battlefield, the Cuban city of Cienfuegos, and the shores of ancient Troy, Marcial Gala’s Call Me Cassandra tells of the search for identity amid the collapse of Cuba’s utopian dreams. Burdened with knowledge of tragedies yet to come, Rauli nonetheless strives to know himself. Lyrical and gritty, heartbreaking and luminous, Rauli’s is the story of the inexorable pull of destiny.
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN: 0374602026
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Finalist for the 2023 PEN Translation Prize and the 2022 Lambda Literary Award for Gay Fiction “Dazzling." —Marcela Valdes, The New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice) "A spellbinding novel by one of the best writers of the Americas." —Junot Díaz, author of This is How You Lose Her Ten-year-old Rauli lives in a world that is often hostile. His older brother is violent; his philandering father doesn’t understand him; his intelligence and sensitivity do not endear him to the other children at school. He loves to read, especially Greek myths, but in Cuba in the 1970s, novels and gods can be dangerous. Despite the signs that warn Rauli to repress and fear what he is, he knows three things to be true: First, that he was born in the wrong body. Second, that he will die, aged eighteen, as a soldier in the Cuban intervention in Angola. And third, that he is the reincarnation of the Trojan princess Cassandra. Moving between Rauli’s childhood and adolescence, between the Angolan battlefield, the Cuban city of Cienfuegos, and the shores of ancient Troy, Marcial Gala’s Call Me Cassandra tells of the search for identity amid the collapse of Cuba’s utopian dreams. Burdened with knowledge of tragedies yet to come, Rauli nonetheless strives to know himself. Lyrical and gritty, heartbreaking and luminous, Rauli’s is the story of the inexorable pull of destiny.
Russian Popular Tales. Translated from the German Version of Anton Dietrich
Moscow Nights
Author: Ellen Crosby
Publisher: Speaking Volumes
ISBN: 1628153350
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
Publisher: Speaking Volumes
ISBN: 1628153350
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES – 10 Classics in One Volume: Girl Who Had Nothing, House by the Lock, Second Latchkey, Castle of Shadows, The Motor Maid, Guests of Hercules, Brightener and more
Author: Charles Norris Williamson
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2085
Book Description
The 'BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES 10 Classics in One Volume' serves as a compelling anthology that showcases the evolution and diversity of the British detective story, from the enigmatic puzzles of the countryside to the dark, twisting alleys of London. The collection is remarkable for its range of literary styles, seamlessly blending the atmospheric tension of gothic literature with the intellectual rigor of golden-age detective fiction. Among its standout pieces, readers will find narratives that explore the depths of human psychology, each accompanied by a unique narrative style that adds to the rich tapestry of British mystery literature. The Williamson duo, Charles Norris and Alice Muriel, who serve both as contributors and as compilers, bind these tales together, offering a curated journey through the shadows of the British Isles. Their work illuminates the critical period of transition in early 20th-century British literature from Victorian to modernist sensibilities, underscoring the anthology's literary significance. Collectively, these authors provide a panoramic view of the British cultural landscape, capturing its nuances and complexities. Their backgrounds, ranging from journalism to travel writing, inject a unique realism and depth into the stories, reflecting broader historical and cultural movements of their time. This collection aligns with the burgeoning interest in crime fiction as a lens to explore societal change, offering diverse perspectives on morality, justice, and the human condition. 'BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES 10 Classics in One Volume' invites readers into a richly woven world of intrigue and mystery, making it an essential addition for those interested in the intersections of culture, history, and literature. This anthology not only satisfies the appetite of mystery enthusiasts but also provides a scholarly exploration of the genre's development, encouraging readers to appreciate the depth and breadth of early 20th-century British literature. By engaging with this collection, readers are offered a unique opportunity to witness the evolution of the mystery genre and explore the multifaceted narratives that have captivated the imaginations of millions.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2085
Book Description
The 'BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES 10 Classics in One Volume' serves as a compelling anthology that showcases the evolution and diversity of the British detective story, from the enigmatic puzzles of the countryside to the dark, twisting alleys of London. The collection is remarkable for its range of literary styles, seamlessly blending the atmospheric tension of gothic literature with the intellectual rigor of golden-age detective fiction. Among its standout pieces, readers will find narratives that explore the depths of human psychology, each accompanied by a unique narrative style that adds to the rich tapestry of British mystery literature. The Williamson duo, Charles Norris and Alice Muriel, who serve both as contributors and as compilers, bind these tales together, offering a curated journey through the shadows of the British Isles. Their work illuminates the critical period of transition in early 20th-century British literature from Victorian to modernist sensibilities, underscoring the anthology's literary significance. Collectively, these authors provide a panoramic view of the British cultural landscape, capturing its nuances and complexities. Their backgrounds, ranging from journalism to travel writing, inject a unique realism and depth into the stories, reflecting broader historical and cultural movements of their time. This collection aligns with the burgeoning interest in crime fiction as a lens to explore societal change, offering diverse perspectives on morality, justice, and the human condition. 'BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES 10 Classics in One Volume' invites readers into a richly woven world of intrigue and mystery, making it an essential addition for those interested in the intersections of culture, history, and literature. This anthology not only satisfies the appetite of mystery enthusiasts but also provides a scholarly exploration of the genre's development, encouraging readers to appreciate the depth and breadth of early 20th-century British literature. By engaging with this collection, readers are offered a unique opportunity to witness the evolution of the mystery genre and explore the multifaceted narratives that have captivated the imaginations of millions.