Author: Jonathan Crook
Publisher: Frontline Books
ISBN: 1848325983
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
Drummer Richard Bentinck of the 23rd of Foot (Royal Welch Fusiliers) was a rarity: he survived many sanguinary experiences and recorded his adventures. His writings provide an evocative portrait of an ordinary soldiers perception of living with one of the most experienced Napoleonic infantry battalions. He was discharged in 1823 for ill health, but lived a full life, dying in 1878 as an old man. Jonathan Crook has meticulously researched his ancestors life, finding unpublished first-hand accounts from Bentinck of desperate conflict across the globe, from Copenhagen to Martinique, throughout the Peninsular Campaign and culminating at the battle of Waterloo. These accounts are drawn from interviews that Bentinck conducted with a journalist just before his death. The title of the book is taken from the Battle of Aldea de Ponte: Wellington identified a tactical vulnerability and called for infantry to conduct an immediate manoeuvre. On being informed that the 23rd of Foot was best disposed, he smiled and said, Ah, the very thing, demonstrative of his hard-earned confidence.
The Very Thing
Author: Jonathan Crook
Publisher: Frontline Books
ISBN: 1848325983
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
Drummer Richard Bentinck of the 23rd of Foot (Royal Welch Fusiliers) was a rarity: he survived many sanguinary experiences and recorded his adventures. His writings provide an evocative portrait of an ordinary soldiers perception of living with one of the most experienced Napoleonic infantry battalions. He was discharged in 1823 for ill health, but lived a full life, dying in 1878 as an old man. Jonathan Crook has meticulously researched his ancestors life, finding unpublished first-hand accounts from Bentinck of desperate conflict across the globe, from Copenhagen to Martinique, throughout the Peninsular Campaign and culminating at the battle of Waterloo. These accounts are drawn from interviews that Bentinck conducted with a journalist just before his death. The title of the book is taken from the Battle of Aldea de Ponte: Wellington identified a tactical vulnerability and called for infantry to conduct an immediate manoeuvre. On being informed that the 23rd of Foot was best disposed, he smiled and said, Ah, the very thing, demonstrative of his hard-earned confidence.
Publisher: Frontline Books
ISBN: 1848325983
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
Drummer Richard Bentinck of the 23rd of Foot (Royal Welch Fusiliers) was a rarity: he survived many sanguinary experiences and recorded his adventures. His writings provide an evocative portrait of an ordinary soldiers perception of living with one of the most experienced Napoleonic infantry battalions. He was discharged in 1823 for ill health, but lived a full life, dying in 1878 as an old man. Jonathan Crook has meticulously researched his ancestors life, finding unpublished first-hand accounts from Bentinck of desperate conflict across the globe, from Copenhagen to Martinique, throughout the Peninsular Campaign and culminating at the battle of Waterloo. These accounts are drawn from interviews that Bentinck conducted with a journalist just before his death. The title of the book is taken from the Battle of Aldea de Ponte: Wellington identified a tactical vulnerability and called for infantry to conduct an immediate manoeuvre. On being informed that the 23rd of Foot was best disposed, he smiled and said, Ah, the very thing, demonstrative of his hard-earned confidence.
The Very Thing
Author: Jen Winans
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Ridgeville High is officially back in session after the summer. Fifteen-year-old Stella, who has been misunderstood, bullied, and ostracized because of her severe food allergies, is mostly a loner who is fine with being ignored by the entire student body. She is perfectly happy being a party of two with her best friend, Izzy. Unfortunately, Izzy has other ideas and is trying her best to fit in with the ever-popular, Emma, and her gaggle of minions. As Izzy slowly morphs into her new role as Emma’s sidekick, Stella retreats into her books where she always finds peace. While she deflects attacks from Emma, Stella can’t wait for the day she gets to leave this small town knowing she just doesn’t fit in. Meanwhile, Stella’s dad suggests that she volunteer at the local animal shelter, and although not necessarily in her nature to embrace new adventures, Stella decides to give it a try. As she makes new friends, in both human and dog form, will Stella finally see the light at the end of the high school tunnel? In this inspiring story, a teen who has been misunderstood and bullied for life-threatening food allergies finds the courage to trust herself after gaining strength from some heartwarming rescue dogs. Jen Winans’ debut novel addresses a number of young adult issues of today and effectively weaves in constructive guidance for her readers that they can apply to challenges in their own lives. It was a fast and entertaining read with fun, engaging and complex characters and a compelling story. ~Victoria L I couldn’t put this book down. The book captures the ups and downs of the teenage years while also navigating a severe allergy. I feel that any age can resonate with this book and learn to empathize with the struggles that others possess. I can’t wait for her next book. ~ Tiffany E
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Ridgeville High is officially back in session after the summer. Fifteen-year-old Stella, who has been misunderstood, bullied, and ostracized because of her severe food allergies, is mostly a loner who is fine with being ignored by the entire student body. She is perfectly happy being a party of two with her best friend, Izzy. Unfortunately, Izzy has other ideas and is trying her best to fit in with the ever-popular, Emma, and her gaggle of minions. As Izzy slowly morphs into her new role as Emma’s sidekick, Stella retreats into her books where she always finds peace. While she deflects attacks from Emma, Stella can’t wait for the day she gets to leave this small town knowing she just doesn’t fit in. Meanwhile, Stella’s dad suggests that she volunteer at the local animal shelter, and although not necessarily in her nature to embrace new adventures, Stella decides to give it a try. As she makes new friends, in both human and dog form, will Stella finally see the light at the end of the high school tunnel? In this inspiring story, a teen who has been misunderstood and bullied for life-threatening food allergies finds the courage to trust herself after gaining strength from some heartwarming rescue dogs. Jen Winans’ debut novel addresses a number of young adult issues of today and effectively weaves in constructive guidance for her readers that they can apply to challenges in their own lives. It was a fast and entertaining read with fun, engaging and complex characters and a compelling story. ~Victoria L I couldn’t put this book down. The book captures the ups and downs of the teenage years while also navigating a severe allergy. I feel that any age can resonate with this book and learn to empathize with the struggles that others possess. I can’t wait for her next book. ~ Tiffany E
The Very Worst Thing
Author: Torey L. Hayden
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9780060297923
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
David doesn't belong anywhere. He isn't good at school, or talking to people, or making friends. He's been in six different foster homes, and he can't really remember his parents. It seems like he'll never have anything all his own. Then he finds an owl egg. With the help of Mab, the skinny "girl genius" of his class, he names it King Arthur and sets out to hatch and raise an owl of his very own. As they wait for King Arthur to hatch and as they raise the funny-looking owl chick, Mab and David become true friends. But Mab's father thinks they should return King Arthur to the wild. Can David give up his owl? Is it even the right thing to do? What can David do if the worst thing of all happens?
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9780060297923
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
David doesn't belong anywhere. He isn't good at school, or talking to people, or making friends. He's been in six different foster homes, and he can't really remember his parents. It seems like he'll never have anything all his own. Then he finds an owl egg. With the help of Mab, the skinny "girl genius" of his class, he names it King Arthur and sets out to hatch and raise an owl of his very own. As they wait for King Arthur to hatch and as they raise the funny-looking owl chick, Mab and David become true friends. But Mab's father thinks they should return King Arthur to the wild. Can David give up his owl? Is it even the right thing to do? What can David do if the worst thing of all happens?
The Very Thing Every Body Wants
The Very Next Thing
Author: Mark Hall
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780981770543
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Do you sometimes wonder if you're living within God's will? Sometimes we're not sure what following Christ looks like from where we are. Maybe we think we're unworthy or not ready. Maybe we think he is preparing us for some epic future endeavor. Many of us are left asking the same question: Exactly what does following Jesus look like? The answer to that question is simple yet life-changing, God wants to use you right now. The mission field is where your feet are at the moment. He's put you right where you are for a reason. You were created for such a time as this. You were created for the very next thing.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780981770543
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Do you sometimes wonder if you're living within God's will? Sometimes we're not sure what following Christ looks like from where we are. Maybe we think we're unworthy or not ready. Maybe we think he is preparing us for some epic future endeavor. Many of us are left asking the same question: Exactly what does following Jesus look like? The answer to that question is simple yet life-changing, God wants to use you right now. The mission field is where your feet are at the moment. He's put you right where you are for a reason. You were created for such a time as this. You were created for the very next thing.
Bub
Author: Natalie Babbitt
Publisher: HarperCollins Children's Books
ISBN: 9780062059123
Category : Audiocassettes for children
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
The King and Queen want what's best for the Prince, but what is "the one and only very best thing?" A survey of everyone in the castle leads to some interesting ideas, but none seems quite right, until the cook's daughter makes a brilliant suggestion--ask the Prince! Full color.
Publisher: HarperCollins Children's Books
ISBN: 9780062059123
Category : Audiocassettes for children
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
The King and Queen want what's best for the Prince, but what is "the one and only very best thing?" A survey of everyone in the castle leads to some interesting ideas, but none seems quite right, until the cook's daughter makes a brilliant suggestion--ask the Prince! Full color.
Where the Wild Things Are
Author: Maurice Sendak
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0064431789
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Max is sent to bed without supper and imagines sailing away to the land of Wild Things,where he is made king.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0064431789
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Max is sent to bed without supper and imagines sailing away to the land of Wild Things,where he is made king.
Finding Perfect
Author: Elly Swartz
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 0374303126
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
A classic-feeling middle-grade novel with a modern twist about a girl dealing with friendship, family, and OCD.
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 0374303126
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
A classic-feeling middle-grade novel with a modern twist about a girl dealing with friendship, family, and OCD.
Our Thoughts Create Our Experience
Author: Raymond Simms LPC MA
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
This book covers the whole man and how to align the body, soul and spirit as one. Your purpose and calling are tied together. As you discover your purpose, you will then discover your calling. Your purpose is inside, and your calling is outward. This book will assist you in the process of preparing first the foundation which begins in the soul. The reason people are so unhappy in what they do is that they have not discovered their God-given purpose inwardly, which is revealed by the Holy Spirit. Our purpose is internal and eternal; our souls are also internal and eternal. God-given purpose has to do solely with man's soul. It first begins with the soul, then outward to one's calling. It is important to first develop the soul's purpose as the soul houses the character of the man. Man's character will affect positively or negatively man's calling. This is the process that the Holy Spirit takes God's people through as He did with Jesus in the wilderness to test His character; that is, His soul.
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
This book covers the whole man and how to align the body, soul and spirit as one. Your purpose and calling are tied together. As you discover your purpose, you will then discover your calling. Your purpose is inside, and your calling is outward. This book will assist you in the process of preparing first the foundation which begins in the soul. The reason people are so unhappy in what they do is that they have not discovered their God-given purpose inwardly, which is revealed by the Holy Spirit. Our purpose is internal and eternal; our souls are also internal and eternal. God-given purpose has to do solely with man's soul. It first begins with the soul, then outward to one's calling. It is important to first develop the soul's purpose as the soul houses the character of the man. Man's character will affect positively or negatively man's calling. This is the process that the Holy Spirit takes God's people through as He did with Jesus in the wilderness to test His character; that is, His soul.
The Casual Vacancy
Author: J. K. Rowling
Publisher: Little, Brown
ISBN: 0316228559
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 550
Book Description
A big novel about a small town... When Barry Fairbrother dies in his early forties, the town of Pagford is left in shock. Pagford is, seemingly, an English idyll, with a cobbled market square and an ancient abbey, but what lies behind the pretty façade is a town at war. Rich at war with poor, teenagers at war with their parents, wives at war with their husbands, teachers at war with their pupils...Pagford is not what it first seems. And the empty seat left by Barry on the parish council soon becomes the catalyst for the biggest war the town has yet seen. Who will triumph in an election fraught with passion, duplicity, and unexpected revelations? A big novel about a small town, The Casual Vacancy is J.K. Rowling's first novel for adults. It is the work of a storyteller like no other.
Publisher: Little, Brown
ISBN: 0316228559
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 550
Book Description
A big novel about a small town... When Barry Fairbrother dies in his early forties, the town of Pagford is left in shock. Pagford is, seemingly, an English idyll, with a cobbled market square and an ancient abbey, but what lies behind the pretty façade is a town at war. Rich at war with poor, teenagers at war with their parents, wives at war with their husbands, teachers at war with their pupils...Pagford is not what it first seems. And the empty seat left by Barry on the parish council soon becomes the catalyst for the biggest war the town has yet seen. Who will triumph in an election fraught with passion, duplicity, and unexpected revelations? A big novel about a small town, The Casual Vacancy is J.K. Rowling's first novel for adults. It is the work of a storyteller like no other.