Author: Carla Kelly
Publisher: Camel Press
ISBN: 9781603819152
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Miss Katherine Billings was an impoverished orphan--and her only escape from a lecherous employer's embraces was to go upon the stage. But when a magnificent marquess proposes that she participate in a mock marriage, Kate finds that putting on an act is far easier in public than in private.
Miss Billings Treads the Boards
Author: Carla Kelly
Publisher: Camel Press
ISBN: 9781603819152
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Miss Katherine Billings was an impoverished orphan--and her only escape from a lecherous employer's embraces was to go upon the stage. But when a magnificent marquess proposes that she participate in a mock marriage, Kate finds that putting on an act is far easier in public than in private.
Publisher: Camel Press
ISBN: 9781603819152
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Miss Katherine Billings was an impoverished orphan--and her only escape from a lecherous employer's embraces was to go upon the stage. But when a magnificent marquess proposes that she participate in a mock marriage, Kate finds that putting on an act is far easier in public than in private.
Miss Milton Speaks Her Mind
Author: Carla Kelly
Publisher: Signet Book
ISBN: 9780451195456
Category : Man-woman relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A lovely young woman is the guardian of her cousin's son, whom she has cared for since his parent's death, and loved as her own. Her wealthy relatives question the true parentage of the boy, placing his inheritance and their future in jeopardy. Then a handsome mill owner offers to tutor the young boy, catching the eye of his guardian, as well. But can she really find love while harboring a scandalous secret that no man could know?
Publisher: Signet Book
ISBN: 9780451195456
Category : Man-woman relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A lovely young woman is the guardian of her cousin's son, whom she has cared for since his parent's death, and loved as her own. Her wealthy relatives question the true parentage of the boy, placing his inheritance and their future in jeopardy. Then a handsome mill owner offers to tutor the young boy, catching the eye of his guardian, as well. But can she really find love while harboring a scandalous secret that no man could know?
Mrs. McVinnie's London Season
Author: Carla Kelly
Publisher: New Amer Library
ISBN: 9780451165770
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
While commissioned to help a pretty young woman find a husband, the lovely widow, Jeannie McVinnie, who shuns the institution of marriage, must keep herself from falling for the charms of her charge's dashing uncle
Publisher: New Amer Library
ISBN: 9780451165770
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
While commissioned to help a pretty young woman find a husband, the lovely widow, Jeannie McVinnie, who shuns the institution of marriage, must keep herself from falling for the charms of her charge's dashing uncle
Summer Campaign
Author: Carla Kelly
Publisher: Sweetwater Books
ISBN: 9781462112258
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Miss Onyx Hamilton is about to make what everyone agrees is a perfect marriage--until handsome Major Jack Beresford comes galloping into her life. But with his fortune and connections, Onyx knows he'd never ask for her hand, would he? New and longtime fans alike will relish this delightful romance from Carla Kelly. Charming, sweet, and full of fun, it's simply impossible to stop reading.
Publisher: Sweetwater Books
ISBN: 9781462112258
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Miss Onyx Hamilton is about to make what everyone agrees is a perfect marriage--until handsome Major Jack Beresford comes galloping into her life. But with his fortune and connections, Onyx knows he'd never ask for her hand, would he? New and longtime fans alike will relish this delightful romance from Carla Kelly. Charming, sweet, and full of fun, it's simply impossible to stop reading.
Shakespeare and Appropriation
Author: Christy Desmet
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134622619
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
The vitality of our culture is still often measured by the status Shakespeare has within it. Contemporary readers and writers continue to exploit Shakespeare's cultural afterlife in a vivid and creative way. This fascinating collection of original essays shows how writers' efforts to imitate, contradict, compete with, and reproduce Shakespeare keep him in the cultural conversation. The essays: * analyze the methods and motives of Shakespearean appropriation * investigate theoretically the return of the repressed author in discussions of Shakespeare's cultural function * put into dialogue theoretical and literary responses to Shakespeare's cultural authority * analyze works ranging from nineteenth century to the present, and genres ranging from poetry and the novel to Disney movies.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134622619
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
The vitality of our culture is still often measured by the status Shakespeare has within it. Contemporary readers and writers continue to exploit Shakespeare's cultural afterlife in a vivid and creative way. This fascinating collection of original essays shows how writers' efforts to imitate, contradict, compete with, and reproduce Shakespeare keep him in the cultural conversation. The essays: * analyze the methods and motives of Shakespearean appropriation * investigate theoretically the return of the repressed author in discussions of Shakespeare's cultural function * put into dialogue theoretical and literary responses to Shakespeare's cultural authority * analyze works ranging from nineteenth century to the present, and genres ranging from poetry and the novel to Disney movies.
Romance Fiction
Author: Kristin Ramsdell
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1610692357
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 742
Book Description
A comprehensive guide that defines the literature and the outlines the best-selling genre of all time: romance fiction. More than 2,000 romances are published annually, making it difficult for fans and the librarians who advise them to keep pace with new titles, emerging authors, and constant evolution of this dynamic genre. Fortunately, romance expert and librarian Kristin Ramsdell provides a definitive guide to this fiction genre that serves as an indispensible resource for those interested in it—including fans searching for reading material—as well as for library staff, scholars, and romance writers themselves. This title updates the last edition of Romance Fiction: A Guide to the Genre, published in 1999.While the emphasis is on newer titles, many of the important older classics are retained, keeping the focus of the book on the entire genre, instead of only those titles published during the last decade. Specific changes include new chapters on linked and continuing romances, a new section on "Chick Lit" in the Contemporary Romance chapter, an expansion of coverage on the alternative reality subset. This is THE romance genre guide to have.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1610692357
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 742
Book Description
A comprehensive guide that defines the literature and the outlines the best-selling genre of all time: romance fiction. More than 2,000 romances are published annually, making it difficult for fans and the librarians who advise them to keep pace with new titles, emerging authors, and constant evolution of this dynamic genre. Fortunately, romance expert and librarian Kristin Ramsdell provides a definitive guide to this fiction genre that serves as an indispensible resource for those interested in it—including fans searching for reading material—as well as for library staff, scholars, and romance writers themselves. This title updates the last edition of Romance Fiction: A Guide to the Genre, published in 1999.While the emphasis is on newer titles, many of the important older classics are retained, keeping the focus of the book on the entire genre, instead of only those titles published during the last decade. Specific changes include new chapters on linked and continuing romances, a new section on "Chick Lit" in the Contemporary Romance chapter, an expansion of coverage on the alternative reality subset. This is THE romance genre guide to have.
The Highway
Author: C.J. Box
Publisher: Minotaur Books
ISBN: 1250031923
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
The inspiration for the new ABC series Big Sky. Winner of the Edgar Award for Best Novel, the New York Times bestselling author of Back of Beyond and Breaking Point and the creator of the Joe Pickett series is back. "If CJ Box isn't already on your list, put him there." – USA Today When two sisters set out across a remote stretch of Montana road to visit their friend, little do they know it will be the last time anyone might ever hear from them again. The girls—and their car—simply vanish. Former police investigator Cody Hoyt has just lost his job and has fallen off the wagon after a long stretch of sobriety. Convinced by his son and his former rookie partner, Cassie Dewell, he begins the drive south to the girls' last known location. As Cody makes his way to the lonely stretch of Montana highway where they went missing, Cassie discovers that Gracie and Danielle Sullivan aren't the first girls who have disappeared in this area. This majestic landscape is the hunting ground for a killer whose viciousness is outmatched only by his intelligence. And he might not be working alone. Time is running out for Gracie and Danielle...Can Cassie overcome her doubts and lack of experience and use her innate skill? Can Cody Hoyt battle his own demons and find this killer before another victim vanishes on the highway?
Publisher: Minotaur Books
ISBN: 1250031923
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
The inspiration for the new ABC series Big Sky. Winner of the Edgar Award for Best Novel, the New York Times bestselling author of Back of Beyond and Breaking Point and the creator of the Joe Pickett series is back. "If CJ Box isn't already on your list, put him there." – USA Today When two sisters set out across a remote stretch of Montana road to visit their friend, little do they know it will be the last time anyone might ever hear from them again. The girls—and their car—simply vanish. Former police investigator Cody Hoyt has just lost his job and has fallen off the wagon after a long stretch of sobriety. Convinced by his son and his former rookie partner, Cassie Dewell, he begins the drive south to the girls' last known location. As Cody makes his way to the lonely stretch of Montana highway where they went missing, Cassie discovers that Gracie and Danielle Sullivan aren't the first girls who have disappeared in this area. This majestic landscape is the hunting ground for a killer whose viciousness is outmatched only by his intelligence. And he might not be working alone. Time is running out for Gracie and Danielle...Can Cassie overcome her doubts and lack of experience and use her innate skill? Can Cody Hoyt battle his own demons and find this killer before another victim vanishes on the highway?
Commercial Aviation Safety, Sixth Edition
Author: Stephen K. Cusick
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 125964183X
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 561
Book Description
Up-To-Date Coverage of Every Aspect of Commercial Aviation Safety Completely revised edition to fully align with current U.S. and international regulations, this hands-on resource clearly explains the principles and practices of commercial aviation safety—from accident investigations to Safety Management Systems. Commercial Aviation Safety, Sixth Edition, delivers authoritative information on today's risk management on the ground and in the air. The book offers the latest procedures, flight technologies, and accident statistics. You will learn about new and evolving challenges, such as lasers, drones (unmanned aerial vehicles), cyberattacks, aircraft icing, and software bugs. Chapter outlines, review questions, and real-world incident examples are featured throughout. Coverage includes: • ICAO, FAA, EPA, TSA, and OSHA regulations • NTSB and ICAO accident investigation processes • Recording and reporting of safety data • U.S. and international aviation accident statistics • Accident causation models • The Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) • Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Threat and Error Management (TEM) • Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) and Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) • Aircraft and air traffic control technologies and safety systems • Airport safety, including runway incursions • Aviation security, including the threats of intentional harm and terrorism • International and U.S. Aviation Safety Management Systems
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 125964183X
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 561
Book Description
Up-To-Date Coverage of Every Aspect of Commercial Aviation Safety Completely revised edition to fully align with current U.S. and international regulations, this hands-on resource clearly explains the principles and practices of commercial aviation safety—from accident investigations to Safety Management Systems. Commercial Aviation Safety, Sixth Edition, delivers authoritative information on today's risk management on the ground and in the air. The book offers the latest procedures, flight technologies, and accident statistics. You will learn about new and evolving challenges, such as lasers, drones (unmanned aerial vehicles), cyberattacks, aircraft icing, and software bugs. Chapter outlines, review questions, and real-world incident examples are featured throughout. Coverage includes: • ICAO, FAA, EPA, TSA, and OSHA regulations • NTSB and ICAO accident investigation processes • Recording and reporting of safety data • U.S. and international aviation accident statistics • Accident causation models • The Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) • Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Threat and Error Management (TEM) • Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) and Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) • Aircraft and air traffic control technologies and safety systems • Airport safety, including runway incursions • Aviation security, including the threats of intentional harm and terrorism • International and U.S. Aviation Safety Management Systems
Stage-coach and Tavern Days
Author: Alice Morse Earle
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coaching (Transportation)
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coaching (Transportation)
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
Baled Hay
Author: Bill Nye
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American wit and humor
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American wit and humor
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description