Author: James L. Robertson Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi ISBN: 1496847113 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 143
Book Description
Dwelling along the Mississippi River, the Tennessee state line, the Tenn-Tom Waterway, and the Gulf of Mexico are a trove of characters with fascinating lives and histories. In Rowdy Boundaries: True Mississippi Tales from Natchez to Noxubee, author James L. Robertson weaves these stories to reveal a tapestry of Mississippi’s border counties and the towns and people that occupy them. From his unique vantage as a former Mississippi Supreme Court justice and seasoned lawyer, he documents the legal, geographical, and biographical tales revealed during his journeys along and within the state lines. The volume features the true stories of musicians, authors, portrait painters, and football players, as well as political activists, educators, politicians, and judges. Also featured are tributes to noteworthy newspaper editors and columnists for their many contributions over the years. Robertson covers pivotal moments in Mississippi history, including the Mississippi Married Women’s Property Act of 1839, the development of Chinese culture in the Mississippi Delta, and 1964 Freedom Summer. He does not shy away from the tragedies of the past, discussing lynchings and murders that still haunt the state today. From ghost towns in Jefferson County to the Slugburger Festival in Corinth, stopping en route for a mint julep in Columbus, Robertson puts a human face on Mississippi history and tells a good yarn along the way.
Author: Tylia L. Flores Publisher: Tylia Flores ISBN: Category : Young Adult Fiction Languages : en Pages : 122
Book Description
Unwritten Boundaries is a powerful and heartwarming young adult romance novel that delves into the depths of love, acceptance, and self-discovery. Set in the Bronx, New York, we follow the story of Shelly Ajo, a 17-year-old girl born with cerebral palsy. Shelly possesses a unique talent as a writer, sharing her heartfelt story through her popular blog. What sets Shelly apart is her unwavering determination and unwavering passion for life, even in the face of physical challenges. Shelly's life takes an unexpected turn when she experiences heartbreak after a short-lived relationship with her boyfriend. Heartbroken and disillusioned, she reconnects with her longtime friend Rowdy Mullen. Rowdy, a 25-year-old born with cerebral palsy, has endured more severe physical limitations than Shelly. Despite their obvious differences, a common thread connects them - their shared love for writing. As Shelly and Rowdy reconnect, their shared passion for writing brings them closer together, helping them fill the blanks in their unwritten stories. Through their online presence in blogging, they discover that Shelly's words speak for Rowdy, while Rowdy's unwavering support and understanding speak volumes to Shelly. Together, they find solace in each other's company, slowly uncovering the layers of their own stories and discovering a deeper connection that transcends physical limitations. Unwritten Boundaries is a captivating tale that challenges and redefines the boundaries of love, friendship, and acceptance. Through Shelly and Rowdy's journey, readers will find themselves immersed in the vibrant world of the Bronx, where dreams are nurtured, and love is discovered in the most unexpected of places. Get ready to embark on an emotional rollercoaster ride as Shelly and Rowdy navigate the ups and downs of life, learning from one another and finding solace in their shared passion for writing. Unwritten Boundaries is an ode to the healing power of love, the courage to embrace one's true self, and the transformative power of stories.
Author: Jonathon King Publisher: Open Road Media ISBN: 1504001214 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 231
Book Description
When a pregnant judge is abducted, a PI follows her trail into the Florida Everglades in this novel by “the master of the high-stakes thriller” (Michael Connelly). US district judge Diane Manchester has looked across the courtroom into the eyes of evil before. But today, as she presides over the extradition hearing of a notorious Colombian drug lord, she is also eight months pregnant. Her chair is uncomfortable, her robe is constrictive, and her due date is fast approaching. If she shows a single sign of weakness, Diane risks jeopardizing the biggest trial of her career and setting a vicious murderer free. In seconds, her situation takes a harrowing turn for the worse. Walking to her favorite lunch spot, Diane is grabbed off the street, thrown into the back of a white van, blindfolded, and threatened with death. She has no idea who her kidnappers are or what they want. Maintaining a strict code of silence, they refuse to give her even the smallest glimmer of hope. But Diane’s captors have overlooked a crucial detail: Her husband, Billy, is the employer and best friend of Max Freeman, Philadelphia cop turned South Florida private investigator. Tossing off the rule of law, Freeman sets out to determine which of a rogues’ gallery of suspects took Diane—and to save her and her unborn child before it’s too late. From the author of the Edgar Award winner The Blue Edge of Midnight, whose “descriptions of Florida’s backwaters put him right up there with James W. Hall and Randy Wayne White” (Chicago Tribune), this is a mystery with “the kind of clock-driven suspense seen in the best of Harlan Coben” (Booklist).
Author: Bill Maske Publisher: AuthorHouse ISBN: 166552491X Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 363
Book Description
After decades of indifference, the forces of nature converge to create catastrophic and unimaginable events around the globe. Unbelievable death and destruction put the very existence of humanity at risk. The Earth is spinning out of control. Decades of ideological division and hate have made it impossible for governments and nations to solve the complex problems facing humanity. All hell has broken loose to create horrific situations and challenges beyond comprehension. Unbeknownst to the society at large, a family of well-educated and talented cousins are drawn together to confront the threat of human extinction. It is a journey into the abyss of human decadence.
Author: Thomas G. Gutheil Publisher: Guilford Press ISBN: 146250471X Category : Psychology Languages : en Pages : 353
Book Description
What do you do when you run into a patient in a public place? How do you respond when a patient suddenly hugs you at the end of a session? Do you accept a gift that a patient brings to make up for causing you some inconvenience? Questions like these—which virtually all clinicians face at one time or another—have serious clinical, ethical, and legal implications. This authoritative, practical book uses compelling case vignettes to show how a wide range of boundary questions arise and can be responsibly resolved as part of the process of therapy. Coverage includes role reversal, gifts, self-disclosure, out-of-office encounters, physical contact, and sexual misconduct. Strategies for preventing boundary violations and managing associated legal risks are highlighted.
Author: Nedra Glover Tawwab Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0593421485 Category : Self-Help Languages : en Pages : 225
Book Description
An accessible, step-by-step resource for setting, communicating, and enforcing healthy boundaries at home, at work, and in life We all want to have healthy boundaries. But what does that really mean – and what steps are needed to implement them in our daily lives? Sought-after therapist and relationship expert Nedra Glover Tawwab presents clear explanations and interactive exercises to help you gain insight and then put it into action. Filled with thought-provoking checklists, questions, writing prompts, and more, The Set Boundaries Workbook is a valuable tool for everyone who wants to speak up for what they want and need, and show up more authentically in the world.
Author: Anne Katherine Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1439148090 Category : Psychology Languages : en Pages : 270
Book Description
From the author of the perennial favorite Boundaries, a practical guide to establishing and maintaining healthy limits in many different situations. With every encounter, we either demonstrate that we’ll protect what we value or that we’ll give ourselves away. Healthy boundaries preserve our integrity. Unlike defenses, which isolate us from our true selves and from those we love, boundaries filter out harm. This book provides the tools and insights needed to create boundaries so that we can allow time and energy for the things that matter—and helps break down limiting defenses that stunt personal growth. Focusing on every facet of daily life—from friendships and sexual relationships to dress and appearance to money, food, and psychotherapy—Katherine presents case studies highlighting the ways in which individuals violate their own boundaries or let other people breach them. Using real-life examples, from self-sacrificing mothers to obsessive neat freaks, she offers specific advice on making choices that balance one’s own needs with the needs of others. Boundaries are the unseen structures that support healthy, productive lives. Where to Draw the Line shows readers how to strengthen them and hold them in place every day.
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