Enduring Freedom

Enduring Freedom

Author: Ryan Gearing

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2011-11-07

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 1908487178

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This brand new anthology has been compiled to commemorate 10 years in Afghanistan. Announced in November 2010, contributions for a book of war poems were sought, and aided by appeals in the media, including BFBS Radio, the Army Families Federation and the charity Combat Stress, to name but a few; poems came from serving personnel of all ranks, veterans, families and friends. These poems all have one thing in common: they speak from and with the very soul of our Armed Forces of which we are so proud. With an introduction by Sir Andrew Motion, Poet Laureate 1999-2009 and foreword by the former Head of the TA (Territorial Army), His Grace, The Duke of Westminster, this high-profile anthology is sure to stimulate poetry enthusiasts and those with an interest in supporting HM Forces personnel. The book contains a large proportion of new poetry inspired by events and operations relating to Afghanistan, written by both previously unpublished, and established poets who have found this book a suitable and timely vehicle for their powerful prose and poetry. One of the most powerful entries is from a schoolgirl, whose Wootton Bassett inspired poem is sure to stir the emotions. £2 from each book supports Combat Stress.


RISING TO MEET OUR TRANSFORMATION

RISING TO MEET OUR TRANSFORMATION

Author: William E Leahy

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 149072091X

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Rising To Meet Our Transformation began as a few thoughts that mushroomed into many ideas that were in my poetic brain flow for quite awhile. Thus I began putting these thoughts into a wide array of poems on paper. Some of these poetic ideas the reader may closely relate to; yet other poetic words may still be more personal and private. As I wrote I allowed the flow of words and ideas to make their impact; then I changed and rearranged where the order and actual word composition required a better flow. Transformation was the key ingredient of this book and in many instances it will be just that. Nonetheless there are poetic thoughts that relate to a different type of change which may not be totally transforming, but at the same time be identifiable. My hope is that there will be a adequate array of poems that would spark the audience. Transformation requires a radical change in our thinking which translates into our personal life and living. Often we change to survive or become enamoured with a new idea that fills our void' so we change while our surroundings remain somewhat intact. Yet in real time our environment will recreate itself so we will eventually be transformed into a new age so let us begin! Bill Leahy December 2013


Tomorrow It Will All Run Backwards

Tomorrow It Will All Run Backwards

Author: Michael Brett

Publisher:

Published: 2017-10-15

Total Pages: 165

ISBN-13: 9781549970375

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Tomorrow It Will All Run Backwards is a collection of war poetry that, in the words of Mario Petrucci, the Imperial War Museum's Poet-In-Residence, is "direct, point-blank. Brett is concerned with parachuting us into seeing what he, with consistently unsentimental eyes, has seen." Rich with allusions to literature and culture, the poems remind the reader that even education and civil society can do nothing to change the horrific nature of war itself. Through this book, Brett focuses the attention of the reader onto the implications of war. The imagery is often striking and the commentary subtle, tending to convey a world of twisted values, a world striking or even beautiful in its cruelty and insensitivity to everyone -civilians or soldiers- who become just part of the technology of war.


Theo Newton

Theo Newton

Author: Mark P. Smith

Publisher: Mark P. Smith

Published: 2024-07-19

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13:

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The evolution of the Human Race is a mystery. How did we evolve to be ’us’ Was it ‘Creation’? Or Was it ‘Evolution’? And how did Homo sapiens come to be the dominant hominid? What if the human narrative has been wrongly written? The story follows the Newtons. A seemingly normal, British family, living in London, England. However, life for the Newtons takes a devastating and mysterious turn. While pregnant with Theo, Isabella Newton has an unexpected encounter. With no memory of the event, the only evidence a small cut and strange blood results, leaving doctors baffled and setting into motion unexplained events which seemingly follow Theo as he grows. Theo Newton is inquisitive as a child, soaking up knowledge, questioning everything and developing into an exceptional student with interests in Archaeology and Paleoanthropology, specifically 'Hunter-Gatherers' who feature in his vivid dreams. A gifted Decathlete, determined and dedicated, achieves the greatest rewards for his effort. But as an unknown athlete, he is hounded by the media who demand answers. Tormented by a past that he was not aware of, but for the occasional vivid dream and memories that he is certain are not his, together he and his father Theodore seek out answers to explain what is happening to him. But after a series of encounters and an off-world experience, all is revealed. It has implications for all mankind. Theo Newton is no ordinary human, he is ‘The One’. This the first gripping novel of the ‘Theo Newton’ Serial, is full of mystery, science and fantasy. It questions our beliefs and that of society. Taking us on a journey to the stars.


The Norman Blake Anthology

The Norman Blake Anthology

Author: Norman Blake

Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Published: 2011-02-24

Total Pages: 201

ISBN-13: 1609742222

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Flatpicking Guitar Magazine declares Norman Blake a legend, and includes him in the first name club on the Internet flatpicking news list. the Norman Blake Anthology offers complete lyrics and melody lines to 40 original songs, written and notated just as Norman sings them. Often, the vocal version is followed by a second flatpicking solo edition in notation and tablature including introductions and solos within a given tune- all authorized by Norman himself! 200 pages, illustrated with photos from a distinguished 30-year career. Intermediate in difficulty.


Around the World in Eighty Days

Around the World in Eighty Days

Author: Jules Verne

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2015-07-07

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 0698198271

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Jules Verne's masterpiece of adventure fiction that has captured the imaginations of generations of readers and continues to enthrall us today. On October 2, 1872, an English gentleman makes a remarkable wager: He can travel around the entire world in a mere eighty days. Thus begins Jules Verne’s classic novel, which remains unsurpassed in sheer storytelling entertainment. Phileas Fogg and his faithful manservant, Passepartout, embark on a fantastic journey into a world filled with surprises, danger, and beauty—from the shores of India, where the travelers rescue the beautiful wife of a rajah from ritual sacrifice, to the rugged American frontier, where their train is ambushed by an angry band of Sioux. With twenty thousand pounds at stake, Fogg’s mission is complicated by an incredible case of mistaken identity that sends a Scotland Yard detective in hot pursuit in what becomes a riveting race against time and an action-packed odyssey into the unknown. With an Introduction by Herbert Lottman and an Afterword by Karen J. Renner


The Best 195 Classics Ever Written - Volume 3

The Best 195 Classics Ever Written - Volume 3

Author: Various

Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com

Published: 2013-11-10

Total Pages: 14663

ISBN-13: 1458798410

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Compiled in 4 volumes, "The Best 195 Classics Ever Written" brings together exceptional works by distinguished authors including renowned names like Charles Dickens, Henry James, Jane Austen and William Shakespeare. Aiming to provide the best compilation of classical works for its lovers, this amazing collection has a wonderful blend of relationships, emotions, fantasy and adventure that attracted everyone for generations and inspired many films, television serials and stage adaptations.


Terror Attacks

Terror Attacks

Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13:

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Targeting Grammar Grades 4-5

Targeting Grammar Grades 4-5

Author: Teacher Created Resources, Inc

Publisher: Teacher Created Resources

Published: 2009-06

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 1420624350

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The first part of each book covers specific parts of speech such as nouns, adjectives, pronouns, verbs, and adverbs as well as the structure of sentences. The last part provides games for a bit of fun, task cards for extra practice, and word banks to save teachers some time. The overall goal is to help students learn enough about grammar to communicate easily and effectively, to evaluate the myriad of messages that surround them, and to function successfully in business and society.


Around the World in Eighty Days. Junior Deluxe Edition

Around the World in Eighty Days. Junior Deluxe Edition

Author: Jules Verne

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-10-04

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13:

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In Jules Verne's classic novel, Around the World in Eighty Days, readers are taken on a thrilling adventure following the daring Phileas Fogg as he attempts to circumnavigate the globe in record time. Verne's iconic work exemplifies the genre of adventure literature and showcases the author's meticulous attention to detail in crafting a riveting plot filled with unexpected twists and turns. The Junior Deluxe Edition offers younger readers an accessible introduction to Verne's timeless tale, making it a perfect choice for young adventurers keen on exploring the world through literature. Verne's engaging narrative style and vivid descriptions of the exotic locales visited by Fogg and his companions will captivate readers of all ages. With its mix of action, suspense, and humor, Around the World in Eighty Days remains a must-read for those with a thirst for adventure and a love of great storytelling.