Author: Marko Vukosavovic Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 134
Book Description
In Stories for My Sons, Marko Vukosavovic traces his Montenegrin family history, from fleeing Ottoman Empire oppression in the Balkans in the 15th century, to enjoying boisterous family breakfasts in New Jersey in the 21st. His accounts are heart-wrenching, uplifting and hilarious all at once. He details his father's battles against Nazi forces with a price on his head, as well as his own experience as a soldier, as Yugoslavia disintegrated in the 1990s, leaving Vukosavovic as a man without a country. His vignettes paint scenes of Montenegrin weddings where gunplay is expected, childhood beach soccer tournaments and fishing contests on the Adriatic coast, white-knuckle car chases across an African desert, as well as his quest to build a new life for his family in America.
Author: Michael Gurian Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 9781585420407 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 172
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In an annotated list including movies such as High Noon and Glory, and books such as The Giving Tree and To Kill a Mockingbird, therapist and educator Gurian highlights the particular ethical lessons two hundred great stories can impart to boys and young men.
Author: Imani Perry Publisher: Beacon Press ISBN: 0807076562 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 184
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2020 Chautauqua Prize Finalist 2020 NAACP Image Award Nominee - Outstanding Literary Work (Nonfiction) Best-of Lists: Best Nonfiction Books of 2019 (Kirkus Reviews) · 25 Can't-Miss Books of 2019 (The Undefeated) Explores the terror, grace, and beauty of coming of age as a Black person in contemporary America and what it means to parent our children in a persistently unjust world. Emotionally raw and deeply reflective, Imani Perry issues an unflinching challenge to society to see Black children as deserving of humanity. She admits fear and frustration for her African American sons in a society that is increasingly racist and at times seems irredeemable. However, as a mother, feminist, writer, and intellectual, Perry offers an unfettered expression of love—finding beauty and possibility in life—and she exhorts her children and their peers to find the courage to chart their own paths and find steady footing and inspiration in Black tradition. Perry draws upon the ideas of figures such as James Baldwin, W. E. B. DuBois, Emily Dickinson, Toni Morrison, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Ida B. Wells. She shares vulnerabilities and insight from her own life and from encounters in places as varied as the West Side of Chicago; Birmingham, Alabama; and New England prep schools. With original art for the cover by Ekua Holmes, Breathe offers a broader meditation on race, gender, and the meaning of a life well lived and is also an unforgettable lesson in Black resistance and resilience.
Author: James Brown Publisher: Pan Macmillan ISBN: 1509859225 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 36
Book Description
From playing in the park to cuddles at bedtime, being with Mummy makes every moment of every day special. With My Mummy is a heartwarming picture book and the perfect gift to share time and time again. Days with my mummy are always such fun, and ever so special together, as one. A touching celebration of the special relationship between mother and child. Warmly told in gentle rhyme by James Brown and brought to life with charming illustrations by Cally Johnson-Isaacs. Companion title, With My Daddy, is also available to enjoy together.
Author: Michael Gurian Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1101215852 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 172
Book Description
In an annotated list including movies such as High Noon and Glory, and books such as The Giving Tree and To Kill a Mockingbird, therapist and educator Gurian highlights the particular ethical lessons two hundred great stories can impart to boys and young men.
Author: Aaron L. Walderman Publisher: Aaron Walderman ISBN: 1452869995 Category : Family & Relationships Languages : en Pages : 201
Book Description
This is a collection of 24 short stories. The stories are true and experiences of the author. They were told to his two sons while the three were growing up together in a single parent household.
Author: Reuben Davis Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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Welcome to 'My Son's Story of Adventures: 12 Short Stories', a collection of thrilling tales that will take you on a journey of discovery and adventure. Each of the 12 short stories in this book embarks on a new adventure, each one filled with excitement, danger, and self-discovery. From exploring an ancient temple to solving a mystery on a deserted island, the adventures will take you on an unforgettable journey. Each story is a self-contained, but they all have a common thread of courage, determination and a willingness to learn. With vivid descriptions and action-packed scenes, these short stories will entertain and inspire readers of all ages. This book is perfect for readers looking for an exciting and fast-paced read, and for parents looking for a book to read to their children at bedtime. So, get ready to join this exciting journey, and discover the true meaning of adventure.