The Hubbub Above
Author: Arthur Howard
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 40
ISBN-13: 9780152045920
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMeet Sydney, a little girl with a BIG problem.
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This Above All
Author: Eric Knight
Publisher: Rare Treasure Editions
Published: 2021-11-08T13:01:00Z
Total Pages: 673
ISBN-13: 1774643480
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSpending leave together on the South Coast during the Battle of Britain and the beginning of the blitz, Clive and Prudence have an affair. Having survived Dunkirk, but having a crisis of conscience over what the war is being fought for and disgusted at the incompetence of the ruling elite, Clive decides not to return to the Army and to go absent without leave. Deserving comparison to Hemingway's "A Farewell to Arms", This Above All was heralded as the first great novel of the Second World War... and it is about the war, but first and last it is a great love story, a great adventure in thinking things through. This soldier, discharged on leave after hospitalization, meets a girl in uniform of the W.A.A.F’s - and they break through the barriers of tradition and class and come to understand what both of them really stand for.
The Impregnible City
Author: Max Pemberton
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
Published: 2007-09-01
Total Pages: 322
ISBN-13: 1434482448
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSir Max Pemberton (1863-1950) was a popular British novelist, working mainly in the adventure and mystery genres. He was educated at St Albans School, Merchant Taylors' School, and Caius College, Cambridge. The Iron Pirate was a bestseller of the early 1890s, and he became a prolific professional writer. He was editor of the boys' magazine Chums and, from 1896 to 1906, of Cassell's Magazine. He founded the London School of Journalism in 1920.
Miracle Above All
Author: Linda Mooney
Publisher: Linda Mooney
Published: 2016-09-20
Total Pages: 155
ISBN-13: 1941321631
DOWNLOAD EBOOKI died and was resurrected, and I don’t know why. My name is Casi Clarity. I was 26 years old when I died in 1969. Then I woke up in the 21st century—whole, sane, and unblemished. And at the same age I was when I died. What's more, when I came back, I brought a friend with me. His name is Coheed. He's a corporeal spirit, and he is also my protector. Against what, you ask? Well, it seems that ever since my return, I've been chased by ghosts. Demons. Ancient evil. Monsters. You name it. Why are they after me? Because they want to know my secret. They want to wreak havoc on mankind and bring about our ultimate destruction, and the only way they can accomplish that is by being fleshy beings again. To inhabit as many bodies as they can to cause untold horror. They are determined to discover how I returned from the dead, even if it means trapping me, torturing me, and ultimately killing me again to see if I'm resurrected a second time. My name is Casi. The undead call me Mouse. Coheed calls me Miracle.
The Complete Works of Galsworthy
Author: John Galsworthy
Publisher: Namaskar Book
Published: 2024-02-02
Total Pages: 4810
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKImmerse yourself in the rich tapestry of human experience with "The Complete Works of Galsworthy: Exploring the Human Condition" by John Galsworthy. Delve into Galsworthy's comprehensive collection as he masterfully explores the complexities of human nature, society, and the human condition. As you navigate through the pages of this extensive anthology, prepare to be captivated by Galsworthy's profound insights and compelling storytelling. Through a diverse range of works including novels, plays, and essays, he offers readers a poignant reflection on the joys, struggles, and contradictions of life. But amidst the breadth of human experience depicted in Galsworthy's works, one question arises: What timeless truths and insights can we glean from his exploration of the human condition, and how do they resonate with our own lives? Explore the depths of human experience with Galsworthy as your guide, as he delves into themes of love, power, justice, and the pursuit of meaning in a complex and ever-changing world. Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and introspection through the lens of Galsworthy's works? Engage with Galsworthy's compelling narratives, allowing yourself to be moved and inspired by the universal themes and profound insights that permeate his writing. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the breadth and depth of "The Complete Works of Galsworthy" by John Galsworthy. Dive into this captivating collection now, and discover the enduring relevance of his exploration of the human condition. Seize the chance to explore the complexities of human nature and society. Purchase your copy of "The Complete Works of Galsworthy" today and embark on a literary journey that will enrich your understanding of the human experience.
The Widow's Opera
Author: Eve Ottenberg
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Published: 2011-08-02
Total Pages: 561
ISBN-13: 1463440715
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Widows Opera is the story of people whose lives have been uprooted by the cataclysms of the twentieth century World War II, Stalins purges and, earlier, the Armenian Genocide. The novel chronicles the life of Ursa Smirny, a Polish refugee in New York City. It also recounts her friendship with the ruthless Nina Morphy, and Ninas mysterious husband, nicknamed Morpheus by the murderers, thieves and other felons of the prisons where he spends his time. Among the many minor characters, some are comic, like the benighted Mr. Darkwood and some otherworldly, like Mr. Tannini; a self-styled nineteenth-century humanist and bibliophile. But it is also a story of betrayal, murder and revenge that moves quickly from the first page to the last.
The Last Step (Legends & Lore)
Author: Rick Ridgeway
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
Published: 2014-02-14
Total Pages: 452
ISBN-13: 1594859361
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCLICK HERE to download a sample from The Last Step * A mountaineering classic * Conflict, hardship, endurance, triumph -- it's all here in Ridgeway's extraordinary story In September 1978, Rick Ridgeway, Jim Wickwire, Lou Reichardt and John Roskelley stood atop K2, the first Americans ever to achieve this victory. Under the leadership of Jim Whittaker, they and their teammates had spent 67 days on the mountain, nearly all of them above 18,000 feet, where the stresses of high-altitude living, of monotonous food, of confinement in tiny tents for day after day of frustrating storms had worn them down to the core. The Last Step is Rick Ridgeway's inside story of this extraordinary expedition. It's about the people who, battered by the mountain and their isolation, overcame their individual fears, desire, and disappointments to work together to get somebodyñanybodyñto the top of K2. It's about the glorious success the team achieved, and about the perilous bivouac Jim Wickwire spent just below the summit without food, oxygen or shelter in temperatures of -40F.
Zen Sanctuary of Purple Robes
Author: Sachiko Kaneko Morrell
Publisher: State University of New York Press
Published: 2012-02-01
Total Pages: 268
ISBN-13: 0791481441
DOWNLOAD EBOOKZen Sanctuary of Purple Robes examines the affairs of Rinzai Zen's Tōkeiji Convent, founded in 1285 by nun Kakusan Shidō after the death of her husband, Hōjō Tokimune. It traces the convent's history through seven centuries, including the early nuns' Zen practice; Abbess Yōdō's imperial lineage with nuns in purple robes; Hideyori's seven-year-old daughter—later to become the convent's twentieth abbess, Tenshu—spared by Tokugawa Ieyasu at the Battle for Osaka Castle; Tōkeiji as "divorce temple" during the mid-Edo period and a favorite topic of senryu satirical verse; the convent's gradual decline as a functioning nunnery but its continued survival during the early Meiji persecution of Buddhism; and its current prosperity. The work includes translations, charts, illustrations, bibliographies, and indices. Beyond such historical details, the authors emphasize the convent's "inclusivist" Rinzai Zen practice in tandem with the nearby Engakuji Temple. The rationale for this "inclusivism" is the continuing acceptance of the doctrine of "Skillful Means" (hōben) as expressed in the Lotus Sutra—a notion repudiated or radically reinterpreted by most of the Kamakura reformers. In support of this contention, the authors include a complete translation of the Mirror for Women by Kakusan's contemporary, Mujū Ichien.
The Book of Heroes
Author: Crispin Boyer
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Published: 2016-11-08
Total Pages: 180
ISBN-13: 1426325533
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEverybody needs a role model! Discover the true stories of superheroes, rebels, world leaders, action heroes, sports legends, and many more daring dudes, all of whom played their part to make their mark, make a contribution, and make the world a better place. From Abraham Lincoln to Sitting Bull, Stephen Hawking to Galileo, these cool guys had the boldness, bravery, and brains to meet the challenges of their day. With a fun design, engaging text, and high-quality photographs, this is ultimate hero guide and keepsake for 21st century kids.
Southeast Asian Affairs 2023
Author: Hoang Thi Ha
Publisher: ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute
Published: 2023-04-17
Total Pages: 398
ISBN-13: 9815104187
DOWNLOAD EBOOK“Southeast Asian Affairs, first published in 1974, continues today to be required reading for not only scholars but the general public interested in in-depth analysis of critical cultural, economic and political issues in Southeast Asia. In this annual review of the region, renowned academics provide comprehensive and stimulating commentary that furthers understanding of not only the region’s dynamism but also of its tensions and conflicts. It is a must read.” – Suchit Bunbongkarn, Emeritus Professor, Chulalongkorn University “Now in its fiftieth edition, Southeast Asian Affairs offers an indispensable guide to this fascinating region. Lively, analytical, authoritative, and accessible, there is nothing comparable in quality or range to this series. It is a must read for academics, government officials, the business community, the media, and anybody with an interest in contemporary Southeast Asia. Drawing on its unparalleled network of researchers and commentators, ISEAS is to be congratulated for producing this major contribution to our understanding of this diverse and fast-changing region, to a consistently high standard and in a timely manner.” – Hal Hill, H.W. Arndt Professor Emeritus of Southeast Asian Economies, Australian National University
