Author: Lewis Shiner Publisher: Macmillan ISBN: 9780312267438 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 336
Book Description
Living in the ruins of the idealistic 1960s, Ray Shackleford, a veteran of failed garage bands, works as a repairman and tends to his dying marriage. When he finds the music of his dreams has been mysteriously recorded, Ray is drawn to the past to revisit the histories of Hendrix, Morrison, the Beatles--along with his own history.
Author: Steven Vogel Publisher: Princeton University Press ISBN: 0691138060 Category : Biology Languages : en Pages : 316
Book Description
This book investigates facets of the physical world, including the drag on small projectiles; the importance of diffusion and convection; the size-dependence of acceleration; the storage, conduction, and dissipation of heat; the relationship among pressure, flow, and choice in biological pumps; and how elongate structures tune their relative twistiness and bendiness. It considers design-determining factors and builds a bridge between the world described by physics books and the reality experienced by all creatures.
Author: Trudy RN Harris Publisher: Revell ISBN: 1493406299 Category : Self-Help Languages : en Pages : 188
Book Description
Drawn from her decades of experience as a hospice nurse, Trudy Harris shares stories that offer an incredible glimpse at what lies beyond this world--ethereal music, colors that did not exist on earth, angels, and loved ones who have gone on before. She has been with hundreds of patients as they took their last breaths and knows the kinds of questions that both the dying and their loved ones ask: What happens when we die? What should I say to a loved one who is dying? How can I make a dying friend feel safe? The stories she shares will bring the reader comfort and peace even amidst pain. Tender, heartbreaking, and eye-opening, this expanded edition of the New York Times bestseller offers more incredible windows into the world beyond and life after death.
Author: Dwight Bernard Publisher: iUniverse ISBN: 1532068131 Category : Poetry Languages : en Pages : 79
Book Description
This book is one of my mother’s inspiration, she named me Dwight after a journalist who used to visit the home with one of my uncle. So I discovered my gift for writing and penmanship from about 5 yrs old . This book is a combination of some very first writings and some very new ones . I tried to basically touch on all faucets of life , so came about the title :glimpses through time . As humans we evolve , it’s never constant, life is like a bicycle , you pedal and you learn to balance in order to pivot or propel, so as to attain. My hope is to stimulate and to engender an awakening of the expression within all of us.
Author: Declan Henry Publisher: ISBN: 9781957913285 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Glimpses is a collection of 26 fictional stories about disaffected teenagers. Meet Chenai who self-harms as a result of being sexually abused; Scott whose father forces him to beg; Malena, the teenage mother; Yuan, who is motorbike mad; Todd who questions his sexuality, plus many more characters who have to cope with the dilemma of growing up in an imperfect world. Glimpses contains stories about children who live their lives through disappointment, abuse and terror. It covers a wide range of social issues ranging from poor parenting, racism, bullying, mental health, illiteracy, truancy, poverty and the underclass, drug and alcohol issues - as well as criminal behavior including gang culture and use of weapons. Humans are shaped by experience - what happens when these experiences go bad? Henry uses these stories to show the reader that there are reasons for disaffection while reminding us that there is so much untapped potential in troubled young people. FROM THE PUBLISHER We are thrilled to republish this book, it is a collection of 26 fabulous stories about young offenders that will be beneficial to anyone working with children in a capacity of a social worker or anyone interesting in humanities.
Author: James W. Buel Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 745
Book Description
In 'Glimpses of America,' James W. Buel offers readers a grand tour of the United States' striking landscapes and architectural feats, sketched in a narrative voice that sweeps you back to the era of its original publication. The book can be regarded as both a vivid literary painting and a historical document, weaving descriptive prose with the educational tone of the period. Beyond simply a compilation of words, Buel's work is an intertwining of cultural and physical geography, a rich tapestry that celebrates the diverse beauty of the American continent in a style that is as pedagogical as it is picturesque. This edition, presented by DigiCat Publishing, preserves the essence of Buel's work, faithfully transcribing his insights into a modern format that pays homage to its place within a classic literary tradition. James W. Buel, a prolific author of his time, possessed a passion for exploration and a dedication to the written word that naturally led him towards the compilation of this panoramic chronicle. Drawing from his extensive travels and his personal encounters with the vastness of the American landscape, Buel ushers readers through a vivid mosaic of mountains, valleys, forests, and the built environment, unveiling the nation's grandeur from a time when such scenes remained a mystery to the majority of its inhabitants. His expert narrative reflects not only a deep appreciation of the natural world but also an understanding of the importance of documenting and preserving it for future generations. For those with a hunger for American history and a love for the country's varied vistas, 'Glimpses of America' stands as a must-read work. DigiCat Publishing's special edition ensures that this pictorial and descriptive homage to American marvels remains accessible. Scholars, students, and enthusiasts seeking to uncover the rich tapestry of America's scenic grandeur as conveyed through the lens of the past will find in Buel's work a source of inspiration and education, for both the mind and the spirit.
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