Our Frank and other stories
Our Frank and other stories

Author: Amy Walton

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2019-12-20

Total Pages: 85

ISBN-13:

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"Our Frank and other stories" by Amy Walton is a collection of stories by the famed English writer of children's books. Our Frank, Faithful Moses, Like a Bean-Stalk, All Alone, Penelope's Needlework, and The Black Pigs are all published together in this volume. Originally intended for young readers, this charming book has become a favorite among audiences of all ages who are looking for enjoyable tales with a bit of magic.

People Like Frank
People Like Frank

Author: Jenn Ashton

Publisher:

Published: 2020-10-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781777010164

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On the edge of normal, challenges take many forms--the everyday can be an adventure and the ordinary a triumph. In this uplifting collection, award-winning artist, poet and author Jenn Ashton explores the world through the eyes of protagonists whose perspectives are informed by the challenges they face.

I am Anne Frank
I am Anne Frank

Author: Brad Meltzer

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-10-13

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 0525555943

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The 22nd book in the New York Times bestselling series of biographies about heroes tells the story of Anne Frank, the young Jewish girl who documented her life while hiding from the Nazis during World War II. (Cover may vary) This engaging biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of an icon in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. This volume features Anne Frank, whose courage and hope during a time of terror are still an inspiration for people around the world today. While Anne and her family hid in an attic during the Holocaust, she kept a journal about all her hopes and fears and observations. That journal and the story of her life are still read and told today to remember the life of a young girl and warn against the consequences of bigotry. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero’s history • Photos that bring the story more fully to life • Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable • Childhood moments that influenced the hero • Facts that make great conversation-starters • A virtue this person embodies: Anne Frank's unwavering hope is central to this biography You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!

My Oedipus Complex
My Oedipus Complex

Author: Frank O'Connor

Publisher: Heinemann Educational Publishers

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 250

ISBN-13: 9780435124922

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The themes of childhood, love, marriage and community in Ireland run through this collection of the finest of Frank O'Connor's short stories. Skilfully constructed, they are infused with all the humour and insight which has become a hallmark of O'Connor's work. Activities help students to explore the text and writing assignments provide practice for structured responses.Larry is used to having his mother's undivided attention while his father is away with the army. But things change when his father returns from the war . . .Brother Arnold knows that Brother Michael is keeping some kind of secret - but when he discovers what it is, he, too, finds himself getting drawn in . . .Jimmy Garvin is the apple of his mother's eye, brought up to be all the things his errant father isn't. But when Jimmy goes to visit his father in England it is only a matter of time before the changes set in.

Full of Grace
Full of Grace

Author: Dorothea Benton Frank

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2009-10-13

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 0061744263

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A moving story of the power of love and the miracles of life—chock full of Southern wit, sass, and charm Grace is an intelligent, (struggling-to-be) independent 31-year-old single woman living (in sin!) with the man she’d marry if they both weren’t so commitment phobic. Michael is a doctor and a scientist and Grace has a good idea that he’s also an atheist. Over the years, this dutiful Catholic girl has become ambivalent about her faith. But her family is as devoutly old-fashioned as it gets. The stage is set for a major showdown that might just change Grace’s outlook on life, family,and the South itself.

The Hawthorns. A Story about Children
The Hawthorns. A Story about Children

Author: Amy Walton

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-08-22

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13:

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Amy Walton's novel, 'The Hawthorns. A Story about Children,' is a prime example of Victorian children's literature, known for its moralizing and educational focus. Set in a quaint English village, the book follows the adventures of a group of village children as they navigate friendships, challenges, and life lessons. Walton's charming and descriptive writing style transports the reader back to a simpler time, evoking a sense of nostalgia for an idyllic past. The themes of innocence, camaraderie, and the importance of moral values are prevalent throughout the narrative, making it a timeless piece of literature for all ages to enjoy. Amy Walton's ability to capture the essence of childhood in a bygone era shines through in 'The Hawthorns,' making it a classic in children's literature that continues to resonate with readers today.

The Lady in the Van and Other Stories
The Lady in the Van and Other Stories

Author: Alan Bennett

Publisher: Macmillan + ORM

Published: 2015-12-01

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 1250089735

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Now a major motion picture starring Maggie Smith, Alan Bennett's famous and heartwarming story "The Lady in the Van," and more of Bennett's classic short-form work Alan Bennett has long been one of the world's most revered humorists. From his acclaimed story collection Smut to his hilarious and sharply observed The Uncommon Reader, Bennett has consistently remained one of literature's most acute observers of Britain and life's many absurdities. In this new collection, drawn from his wide-ranging career, you'll read some of Bennett's finest work, including the title story, the basis for a new feature film starring Maggie Smith. The book also includes the rollicking comic masterpiece "The Laying on of Hands" and the bittersweet "Father! Father! Burning Bright," Bennett's classic tale of the tense relationship between a man and his dying father.