The Widower's Tale

The Widower's Tale

Author: Julia Glass

Publisher: Anchor

Published: 2010-09-07

Total Pages: 417

ISBN-13: 0307379434

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From the National Book Award–winning author of Three Junes: Seventy-year-old Percy Darling is settling happily into retirement—reading novels, watching old movies, and swimming naked in his pond. But his routines are disrupted when he is persuaded to let a locally beloved preschool take over his barn. As Percy sees his rural refuge overrun by children, parents, and teachers, he must reexamine the solitary life he has made in the three decades since the sudden death of his wife. With equal parts affection and humor, Julia Glass spins a captivating tale about a man who can no longer remain aloof from his community, his two grown daughters, or—to his great shock—the precarious joy of falling in love.


All My Patients Have Tales

All My Patients Have Tales

Author: Jeff Wells

Publisher: Macmillan + ORM

Published: 2009-04-14

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 1429966955

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All My Patients Have Tales is a heartwarming and funny collection of stories by a dedicated veterinarian featuring wild horses, porcupine-quill-covered dogs, male cats in labor, an extremely ornery pygmy donkey, an enormous hog, as well as many other domestic, and not so "domestic" animals. Wells begins his work as an inexperienced recent college grad and emerges a caring and beloved veterinarian. Affording the reader an inside glimpse into his daily life, he narrates many uplifting, life-altering, lifethreatening, and hilarious episodes.


Stories

Stories

Author: Zoran Torma

Publisher: FriesenPress

Published: 2012-08-13

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13: 1460203933

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This is the first collection of short stories by Zoran Torma. Each story possesses its own share of humor and sadness, and each is told through a diverse set of protagonists. We become immersed in their narrative when life is at dawn and at wane, each moment flowing into the next in the way of ordinary. The stories are told, so to speak, in two sittings. In the first part we find the disturbing anecdote of “The Tile Layer”, the unconditional love of the grandfather who was a one-time spy in “Givers and Takers”, a man’s lease on life and the sustenance of love in “Rose” and “Nina”, and the depths of loneliness in “Maytal”. In the second part of the book we face that last moment, the loss of everything, the loss immanent and irreversible. These stories are an exploration of how experience shapes us, revealing that everyone is a storyteller in the end.


Elizabeth Gaskell Premium Collection: 10 Novels & 40+ Short Stories

Elizabeth Gaskell Premium Collection: 10 Novels & 40+ Short Stories

Author: Elizabeth Gaskell

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-30

Total Pages: 4645

ISBN-13:

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Elizabeth Gaskell's Premium Collection: 10 Novels & 40+ Short Stories is a comprehensive compilation of some of the most prominent works by the esteemed Victorian author. Gaskell's literary style is characterized by its realism and social commentary, often exploring themes of class dynamics, gender roles, and industrialization. Readers can expect rich character development and intricate plotlines that offer a nuanced portrayal of 19th-century England. The collection includes classics such as 'North and South,' 'Cranford,' and 'Wives and Daughters,' showcasing Gaskell's talent for storytelling and keen observation of society. The short stories also provide a glimpse into Gaskell's versatility as a writer, with each narrative offering a different perspective on the human experience. Overall, this collection serves as a valuable resource for those interested in Victorian literature and the evolving social landscape of the era. Elizabeth Gaskell's works continue to resonate with readers today, making this collection a must-read for any lover of classic literature.


ELIZABETH GASKELL Ultimate Collection: 10 Novels & 40+ Short Stories (Including Poetry, Essays & Biographies)

ELIZABETH GASKELL Ultimate Collection: 10 Novels & 40+ Short Stories (Including Poetry, Essays & Biographies)

Author: Elizabeth Gaskell

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-12

Total Pages: 4644

ISBN-13:

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Elizabeth Gaskell's 'ELIZABETH GASKELL Ultimate Collection' offers readers a comprehensive selection of her literary works, showcasing her talent in various genres. Known for her social commentary and detailed characterizations, Gaskell's novels and short stories provide a rich depiction of 19th-century life in England. Her unique blend of realism and empathy towards her characters make her a standout writer of the Victorian era. The collection also includes poetry, essays, and biographies, giving readers a glimpse into the multifaceted talent of this influential author. Gaskell's writing style is marked by its strong narrative voice and keen observations of human behavior. This comprehensive collection is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those interested in Victorian social issues. Elizabeth Gaskell's insightful and compassionate portrayals of everyday life make her works timeless and relevant even today.


Cat Tales

Cat Tales

Author: Dr. Sharon Eisen

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2009-10-30

Total Pages: 221

ISBN-13: 1469121921

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Cat Tales is a collection of stories that will take you on a journey of your heart and mind. Youll read about Pat who is convinced that a kitten saved her life when she had all but given up her battle with cancer. Then theres Christine who discovered that a cat named Sydney turned out to be her best friend when she needed friendship the most. Renas most unusual request for Dr. Eisen left everyone reevaluating the importance of feline companionship. When Tiffany needed help from the other side of the Atlantic, it was her human cousin in the United States that helped save her life. Then theres Tivo, the shy cat, who forged a bond that taught Greg and his family to accept and embrace a common disability that affects many children and adults today. Youll spend time with Cindy who knows that even the most forgotten felines can become the most loveable and cherished cats of all. Some stories will make you purr, some will make you mew and all will make you tenderly remember those unforgettable felines in your own life; those cats that left indelible paw prints in your heart forever.


Internal Medicine: A Doctor's Stories

Internal Medicine: A Doctor's Stories

Author: Terrence Holt

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2014-09-08

Total Pages: 167

ISBN-13: 0871408805

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Named one of the Best Books of the Year by Kirkus Reviews and BookPage “Illuminates human fragility in tales both lyrical and soul-wrenching.” —Danielle Ofri, New York Times Book Review In this “artful, unfailingly human, and understandable” (Boston Globe) account inspired by his own experiences becoming a doctor, Terrence Holt puts readers on the front lines of the harrowing crucible of a medical residency. A medical classic in the making, hailed by critics as capturing “the feelings of a young doctor’s three-year hospital residency . . . better than anything else I have ever read” (Susan Okie, Washington Post), Holt brings a writer’s touch and a doctor’s eye to nine unforgettable stories where the intricacies of modern medicine confront the mysteries of the human spirit. Internal Medicine captures the “stark moments of success and failure, pride and shame, courage and cowardice, self-reflection and obtuse blindness that mark the years of clinical training” (Jerome Groopman, New York Review of Books), portraying not only a doctor’s struggle with sickness and suffering but also the fears and frailties each of us—doctor and patient—bring to the bedside.


Dude, Where's My Stethoscope?

Dude, Where's My Stethoscope?

Author: Donovan Gray

Publisher: 5grays Publishing

Published: 2013-09-24

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1492818577

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Is a real ER anything like what we see on TV? Dr. Donovan Gray answers that question in Dude, Where's My Stethoscope? - a laugh-out-loud funny, heartbreaking, and sometimes poignant collection of true-to-life medical short stories. We follow Dr. Gray through medical school and two decades of unforgettable ER and family practice. Humorously written in an engaging mash-up of formal prose and informal medical slang with a nod to pop culture and ancient mythology, Dude is a powerful book that captures the essence of what it is to be an emergency room doctor.


Short Stories

Short Stories

Author: Nicholas Hancock

Publisher: AuthorHouse

Published: 2012-04-24

Total Pages: 205

ISBN-13: 1467897280

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Hancock has gathered thirty-seven of his ironic short stories. You will find them satirical and humourous.