A House That Once Was
A House That Once Was

Author: Julie Fogliano

Publisher: Roaring Brook Press

Published: 2018-05-01

Total Pages: 25

ISBN-13: 1250315603

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A New York Times Best Illustrated book! A Boston Globe Best Children's Book of 2018 “Accompanied by Lane's evocative art that suggests layers of history, Fogliano's story turns this childhood scenario into a radiant poem about the mysteries of other people and the wonderfulness of home.” —New York Times Deep in the woods is a house just a house that once was but now isn’t a home. Who lived in that house? Who walked down its hallways? Why did they leave it, and where did they go? Two children set off to find the answers by piecing together clues found, books left behind, forgotten photos, and discarded toys, creating their own vision of those who came before, in this deeply moving tale of imagination by Ezra Jack Keats Award–winning author Julie Fogliano and Caldecott Award–winning illustrator Lane Smith.

Cottage On The Curve
Cottage On The Curve

Author: Mary Lamers

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-10-03

Total Pages: 123

ISBN-13:

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Step into a world of charm and serenity with "Cottage on the Curve" by Mary Lamers. This delightful novel invites readers to escape to a picturesque cottage, where the beauty of nature intertwines with the intricacies of human relationships. As the story unfolds, you'll meet characters whose lives are forever changed by the magic of their surroundings. Lamers weaves a tale of love, friendship, and self-discovery that resonates deeply with those who long for connection and understanding. But here’s a captivating question: What secrets lie within the walls of a seemingly ordinary cottage? How can a simple abode become a sanctuary for the heart and soul? Engage with Lamers’ lyrical prose that paints vivid imagery of the idyllic landscape and the vibrant lives within it. Each page invites you to reflect on your own journey and the moments that shape who you are. Are you ready to uncover the hidden treasures of the heart nestled within the curves of life? Experience the warmth of short, heartfelt paragraphs that draw you into the lives of the characters. This novel is more than a story; it’s a celebration of the beauty found in everyday moments and the bonds that bring us together. This is your chance to escape to a world of wonder and introspection. Will you let "Cottage on the Curve" lead you to a deeper appreciation of life’s simple joys? Don’t miss the opportunity to own this enchanting tale. Purchase "Cottage on the Curve" now and embark on your journey to tranquility!

The Spirit of Despotism
The Spirit of Despotism

Author: John Barrell

Publisher: OUP Oxford

Published: 2006-01-26

Total Pages: 294

ISBN-13: 019151568X

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How was the social and cultural life of Britain affected by the fear that the French Revolution would spread across the channel? In this brilliant, engagingly written, and profusely illustrated book, John Barrell, well-known for his studies of the history, literature, and art of the period, argues that the conflict between the ancien regime in Britain and the emerging democratic movement was so fundamental that it could not be contained within what had previously been thought of as the 'normal' arena of politics. Activities and spaces which had previously been regarded as 'outside' politics suddenly no longer seemed to be so, and the fear of revolution produced a culture of surveillance and suspicion which penetrated every aspect of private life. Drawing on an unusually wide range of sources, including novels, poems, plays, newspapers, debates in parliament, trials, political pamphlets, and caricatures, The Spirit of Despotism focuses on a number of examples of such invasions of privacy. It shows how the culture of suspicion affected how people spoke and behaved in London coffee-houses; how it influenced attitudes to the king's behaviour in private, especially during his summer holidays in Weymouth; how it infiltrated the country cottage, previously idealized as a protected haven of peace and retirement from political life; and how it influenced the fashion of the period, so that even the way people chose to style their hair came to be seen as a political issue.