Author: Randy Pausch
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780340978504
Category : Cancer
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.
The Last Lecture
Author: Randy Pausch
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780340978504
Category : Cancer
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780340978504
Category : Cancer
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.
House Divided
Author: Ben Williams
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613742029
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1216
Book Description
First published in 1947, this bestselling historical novel is cherished and remembered as one of the finest retellings of the Civil War saga—America's own War and Peace. In the first hard pinch of the Civil War, five siblings of an established Confederate Virginia family learn that their father is the grandfather of Abraham Lincoln. The family's story, and the story of their descendants, is presented in this tale that includes both soldiers and civilians—complete with their boasting, ambition, and arrogance, but also their patience, valor, and shrewdness. The grandnephew of General James Longstreet, the author brings to life one of the most extraordinary periods in history, and details war as it really is—a disease from which, win or lose, no nation ever completely recovers.
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613742029
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1216
Book Description
First published in 1947, this bestselling historical novel is cherished and remembered as one of the finest retellings of the Civil War saga—America's own War and Peace. In the first hard pinch of the Civil War, five siblings of an established Confederate Virginia family learn that their father is the grandfather of Abraham Lincoln. The family's story, and the story of their descendants, is presented in this tale that includes both soldiers and civilians—complete with their boasting, ambition, and arrogance, but also their patience, valor, and shrewdness. The grandnephew of General James Longstreet, the author brings to life one of the most extraordinary periods in history, and details war as it really is—a disease from which, win or lose, no nation ever completely recovers.
Author: John S.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1452073392
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
John Stevens should have been a mortality statistic, after 25 years of a life of alcoholic insanity. As a child he endured the violence and chaos of alcoholism in his family, and he chose to perpetuate those family traditions in his own marriage. But today, thirty-five years later, John lives a life which is rich, vital, and, above all, sober; filled with friends, music, and service to others. The story of his metamorphosis is a compelling saga, a journey from the pit of addiction and degradation to a sane and useful life in recovery. John offers his story as a testimonial to the transcendent power of faith, trust, and love to utterly transform a man's life. As his tale reveals, this can sometimes begin in a sudden and dramatic way, on a fall walk through the bare trees of a still Minnesota woods.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1452073392
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
John Stevens should have been a mortality statistic, after 25 years of a life of alcoholic insanity. As a child he endured the violence and chaos of alcoholism in his family, and he chose to perpetuate those family traditions in his own marriage. But today, thirty-five years later, John lives a life which is rich, vital, and, above all, sober; filled with friends, music, and service to others. The story of his metamorphosis is a compelling saga, a journey from the pit of addiction and degradation to a sane and useful life in recovery. John offers his story as a testimonial to the transcendent power of faith, trust, and love to utterly transform a man's life. As his tale reveals, this can sometimes begin in a sudden and dramatic way, on a fall walk through the bare trees of a still Minnesota woods.
The Second Coming
Author: Grant Leishman
Publisher: Pentian
ISBN: 1629345911
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
God looks down on Earth and is disgusted with what he sees his creation has become. He decides that humanity is a failed experiment, and he orders Earth and all of humanity destroyed. He will start again from scratch. Jesus, however, intervenes and requests one more opportunity to turn mankind around. He is given one year to see if he can make a significant difference. "The Second Coming" begins with Jesus (JC to his friends) in an induced coma in a Manila hospital after having been hit by a bus, losing his memory in the process. The book follows the exploits of Jesus and his "disciples" as they seek to firstly recover his memory and then embarking on a mission of saving humanity from the brink. There is interwoven into the story a romance between Jesus (Jose Christian Castillo or JC for short) and his number one "Disciple" Maria Lyn Manyanan (Ma for short).
Publisher: Pentian
ISBN: 1629345911
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
God looks down on Earth and is disgusted with what he sees his creation has become. He decides that humanity is a failed experiment, and he orders Earth and all of humanity destroyed. He will start again from scratch. Jesus, however, intervenes and requests one more opportunity to turn mankind around. He is given one year to see if he can make a significant difference. "The Second Coming" begins with Jesus (JC to his friends) in an induced coma in a Manila hospital after having been hit by a bus, losing his memory in the process. The book follows the exploits of Jesus and his "disciples" as they seek to firstly recover his memory and then embarking on a mission of saving humanity from the brink. There is interwoven into the story a romance between Jesus (Jose Christian Castillo or JC for short) and his number one "Disciple" Maria Lyn Manyanan (Ma for short).
MotorBoating
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Oh, Hampden in the Sun . . .
Author: Pat Woods
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1780578008
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Celtic's astonishing 7-1 victory over arch-rivals Rangers in the 1957 Scottish League Cup final brought the club its last major trophy prior to the appointment of Jock Stein as manager in 1965 and the glory years which followed. The triumph was the final major success achieved by such famous Celtic stars of the '50s as Charlie Tully, Neil Mochan, Willie Fernie, Bobby Evans, Bertie Peacock, Sean Fallon and Bobby Collins. Oh, Hampden in the Sun . . . not only tells the story of that remarkable game - which still stands as the most emphatic victory in a national cup final in Britain - but also commemorates Celtic, their players and supporters, viewed in the social context of life in the West of Scotland 40 years ago. This book explores both the romance and the reality of Celtic and the club's supporters in that era through extensive interviews with players and fans, supplemented by much original research. The mystery of the missing television film of the 7-1 match in finally solved, and Celtic fans will be able to revel in a mass of anecdotes and reminiscences surrounding one of the greatest moments in their history and in indelible part of the club's folklore.
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1780578008
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Celtic's astonishing 7-1 victory over arch-rivals Rangers in the 1957 Scottish League Cup final brought the club its last major trophy prior to the appointment of Jock Stein as manager in 1965 and the glory years which followed. The triumph was the final major success achieved by such famous Celtic stars of the '50s as Charlie Tully, Neil Mochan, Willie Fernie, Bobby Evans, Bertie Peacock, Sean Fallon and Bobby Collins. Oh, Hampden in the Sun . . . not only tells the story of that remarkable game - which still stands as the most emphatic victory in a national cup final in Britain - but also commemorates Celtic, their players and supporters, viewed in the social context of life in the West of Scotland 40 years ago. This book explores both the romance and the reality of Celtic and the club's supporters in that era through extensive interviews with players and fans, supplemented by much original research. The mystery of the missing television film of the 7-1 match in finally solved, and Celtic fans will be able to revel in a mass of anecdotes and reminiscences surrounding one of the greatest moments in their history and in indelible part of the club's folklore.
A Doll's House and Other Plays
Author: Henrik Ibsen
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0141194561
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
Four of Ibsen’s most important plays in superb modern translations, part of the new Penguin Ibsen series. With her assertion that she is “first and foremost a human being,” rather than a wife, mother or fragile doll, Nora Helmer sent shockwaves throughout Europe when she appeared in Henrik Ibsen’s greatest and most famous play, A Doll’s House. Ibsen’s follow-up, Ghosts, was no less radical, with its unrelenting investigation into religious hypocrisy, family secrets, and sexual double-dealing. These two masterpieces are accompanied here by The Pillars of Society and An Enemy of the People, both exploring the tensions and dark compromises at the heart of society.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0141194561
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
Four of Ibsen’s most important plays in superb modern translations, part of the new Penguin Ibsen series. With her assertion that she is “first and foremost a human being,” rather than a wife, mother or fragile doll, Nora Helmer sent shockwaves throughout Europe when she appeared in Henrik Ibsen’s greatest and most famous play, A Doll’s House. Ibsen’s follow-up, Ghosts, was no less radical, with its unrelenting investigation into religious hypocrisy, family secrets, and sexual double-dealing. These two masterpieces are accompanied here by The Pillars of Society and An Enemy of the People, both exploring the tensions and dark compromises at the heart of society.
CANDY
Author: Eric Santiago Martinez
Publisher: Gatekeeper Press
ISBN: 1662918704
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Candy is a story about a young girl growing up in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Candy is swept away by life forces beyond her control and understanding. This Suspense-Thriller-Love Story follows the people and events that lead-up to a life-or-death struggle between her brother Santiago, his childhood friends, and fellow veterans, with a burgeoning drug syndicate in New Mexico. Candy is caught in the middle. The action escalates as outside forces fuel the flames. As the flames grow higher, the excitement builds until it reaches a boiling point. The cauldron explodes and all hell breaks loose.
Publisher: Gatekeeper Press
ISBN: 1662918704
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Candy is a story about a young girl growing up in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Candy is swept away by life forces beyond her control and understanding. This Suspense-Thriller-Love Story follows the people and events that lead-up to a life-or-death struggle between her brother Santiago, his childhood friends, and fellow veterans, with a burgeoning drug syndicate in New Mexico. Candy is caught in the middle. The action escalates as outside forces fuel the flames. As the flames grow higher, the excitement builds until it reaches a boiling point. The cauldron explodes and all hell breaks loose.
Linzi's Diary 8
Author: Linzi waghorn
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1326416243
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
an alternate book, what would life had been like if James never died, where had he been for ten years? what are his new plans? follow James as he struggles with his ever worsening illness and the heartbreak that is on it's way.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1326416243
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
an alternate book, what would life had been like if James never died, where had he been for ten years? what are his new plans? follow James as he struggles with his ever worsening illness and the heartbreak that is on it's way.
Colorado Crime Scene
Author: Cindi Myers
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488005621
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 137
Book Description
An undercover FBI agent falls for a suspect’s beautiful sister—and it could cost him his case, his career, and his life . . . From his first glimpse of her, Luke Renfro can’t forget reporter Morgan Westfield . . . or anyone she comes in contact with. The FBI agent’s photographic memory for faces—and instant attraction to Morgan—creates trouble for all of them as his team searches for a terrorist in Colorado. And to make matters worse, Luke suspects Morgan’s estranged brother may be the target they’re looking for. Falling for a criminal’s sister could jeopardize his career. And both their lives. Still, resisting the beautiful journalist is almost as impossible as forgetting a face. With the clock ticking, Luke must focus on his assignment in order to protect the innocent—and have any chance of seeing more of the woman he’s falling for . . . Praise for the author “Superior . . . captivating.” —Publishers Weekly
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488005621
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 137
Book Description
An undercover FBI agent falls for a suspect’s beautiful sister—and it could cost him his case, his career, and his life . . . From his first glimpse of her, Luke Renfro can’t forget reporter Morgan Westfield . . . or anyone she comes in contact with. The FBI agent’s photographic memory for faces—and instant attraction to Morgan—creates trouble for all of them as his team searches for a terrorist in Colorado. And to make matters worse, Luke suspects Morgan’s estranged brother may be the target they’re looking for. Falling for a criminal’s sister could jeopardize his career. And both their lives. Still, resisting the beautiful journalist is almost as impossible as forgetting a face. With the clock ticking, Luke must focus on his assignment in order to protect the innocent—and have any chance of seeing more of the woman he’s falling for . . . Praise for the author “Superior . . . captivating.” —Publishers Weekly