"Vivid, disturbing, and distinctively American ballads and lyrics....Astonishing."--Michael Collier "Troubled young men and boys animate" these "memorable" (Publishers Weekly) poems of James Hoch's second collection, set in the decaying, working-class towns of New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
The sequel is here showing relationships under stress and pressure, friendship tested to the limit, magic, murder and intrigue, romance and love, and courage starring the Special Companions. The Sorcerer is making the world of Panima an abomination to live in. The Special Companions under much fortitude are tested and take up harsh training to capture the Sorcerer. It opens with the newly wedded couple Athenian and Bleu with Decora and Hurus in the Everglades. They are surprised by the savage forces of the Sorcerer looking for vengeance but then the sounds of approaching Horse Riders is heard.
Edmund Lester Pearson's 'The Voyage of the Hoppergrass' is a captivating children's adventure novel that follows the journey of a young boy named David who sets sail on a magical ship with a crew of talking animals. Pearson's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions and whimsical storytelling, reminiscent of classic children's literature such as 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' and 'The Wind in the Willows.' The novel is filled with imaginative escapades and moral lessons, making it a timeless and enjoyable read for young readers. The book's emphasis on friendship, bravery, and the power of imagination sets it apart as a classic in the genre of children's literature. Edmund Lester Pearson, known for his popular mystery novels and biographies, drew inspiration for 'The Voyage of the Hoppergrass' from his own childhood adventures and love of storytelling. His background in literature and passion for creating engaging narratives undoubtedly influenced the creation of this charming and enchanting tale for young readers. Pearson's unique blend of humor and heartwarming moments is sure to captivate readers of all ages, making this book a must-read for anyone seeking a delightful and uplifting story. I highly recommend 'The Voyage of the Hoppergrass' to readers who appreciate classic children's literature, whimsical storytelling, and timeless adventures. Pearson's imaginative tale is a delightful and heartwarming journey that will surely leave a lasting impression on its audience.
This volume examines scholarly and lay thinking about punishment of people convicted of crimes with particular emphasis on "making the punishment fit the crime." The contributors challenge the most prevalent current theories and emphasize the need for a shift away from the politicized emotionalism of recent decades. They argue that theories that coincided with mass incarceration and rampant injustice to countless individuals are evolving in ways that better countenance moving toward more humane and thoughtful approaches.
Insights Vol.1 was enthusiastically welcomed by the public. Many found the simple reflections relevant to their day to day lives, whereas the short stories kept the reading pleasant. The demand for a second volume of INSIGHTS was spontaneous yet compulsive. Like the INSIGHTS Vol.1 this also has stories that will touch you for a lifetime and you too can pass on the legacy of it to your future generations giving insights of life. Stories in this book are indexed with over 500 plus topic index covering wide range of daily life helping you to make insightful choice at your finger tips.
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Lynchburg, Virginia, is not and has never been a typical Southern city. It grew and thrived not by commitment to agriculture, but manufacture. All the while, it retained its cultural identity as a Southern city, wedded to Southern “gentlemanliness” with all of its implications. Though a slow and conservative city, Lynchburg has developed a unique identity. It is a city with enormous vitality, great engagement, and large resiliency in large affairs or times of crisis (such as the Civil War, depressions and booms). Its resolve, measured and passionless, is essentially Stoical. More than the sum of its people-parts, it is a city with a soul. Beginning with the early history of Virginia, this book covers seriatim Lynchburg’s infrastructure (such as its canal and railroad systems), religious/educative legacy, economics, key moments, and other defining aspects (including newspapers, politics, medicine, and entertainment).
Miles and Memories is a collection of articles which were written mostly over the last decade on childhood memories, essays, stories, routine obstacles of the common man and on numerous national issues. The multidimensional aspects of the society in terms of social and cultural heritages and economic power corridors are mostly the theme of the articles. Some of the real-life incidents at IIT Bombay laid the foundation of this book, which were later extended to various contemporary issues and topics. It is a mix of the old and the new. This book is an attempt to bring a balanced view of India in the lens of the authors. It is an attempt to awake we – the people – who can bring progressive changes in the society!
Detective Chief Inspector Christopher Watson had served 24 years as British Police Officer. Throughout his career he was always on the "front line" of the crime fighting efforts, involving many serious crimes with sometimes the most dangerous of criminals. However, his accumulated experience had resulted in an assignment to a brand-new teaching position, in which he taught fellow officers and staff how to access and implement a computerized case management system for complicated large cases and also multi-jurisdictional matters.Watson, however, was a front-line police officer and spending his days in a classroom with the prospect that the classroom could become his professional home was not to his liking. When a post became available in the Cayman Islands, Watson, with some initial reluctance, made an application and was subsequently offered the post. Little did he know at the time that his whole life would be changed forever. Everything he had known in the UK, his life, his home would be forever changed.For the next 6+ years in the Caymans he dealt with all manner of crimes including murders, robberies, frauds, money laundering, child abductions, a worldwide bank closure and telemarketing frauds. In this book Watson recounts his experiences in tracking major international crimes and frauds and how he devised a management system for controlling those crimes throughout the Cayman Islands and other Caribbean territories. The local police force considered Watson a force to be reckoned with.Additionally, Watson had never seen a hurricane in the UK but experienced his first hurricane, met his wife, helped in forming a police association, and became deeply involved in cricket while in the Caymans.This book will keep you spell bound as Watson recounts how his life changed dramatically on both a personal and professional level in the islands, along with much good humor, as a key figure in Island Justice.