Author: Mari K. Eder
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1483418073
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 96
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Benson the miniature schnauzer has it made. He has good food, the run of the house, and a loving family all to himself. He's the king of the doggie castle, and life is good. But when his perfect world is invaded by Maggie, the new dog, he's beside himself. What's a boy to do? Maggie is a happy, bouncy, playful little girl who loves her toys, her new people, her safe new home, and her grumpy older brother. But she's not worried. Maggie is a girl who isn't afraid of what she wants. She's not worried that some might say she was pushy (and that she takes the title of "party pooper" a bit too literally). Together, Benson and Maggie are about to share a love of adventure, cats, cookies, and travel. In this collection of almost-true and completely charming stories, they invite you along for a dog's-eye view of their lives, filled with neighborhood ramblings, superhero rescues, new friends, and old bones.
Author: Philip Collins
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1468316176
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 382
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Can a good speech save democracy? “Anyone interested in the past, present and future of speeches and speechwriting will find [this] a fascinating read.” —The Spectator When First Lady Michelle Obama approached the podium at the 2016 Democratic National Convention, nobody could have predicted that her rousing line “When they go low, we go high” would become the motto for the political left and an anthem for opponents of oppression worldwide. It was a speech with the kind of emotional pull rarely heard these days, joining a long list of addresses that have made history. But what was it that made this speech so great? When They Go Low, We Go High explores the most notable speeches in history, analyzing the rhetorical techniques to uncover how the right speech at the right time can profoundly shape the world. Traveling across continents and centuries, political speechwriter Philip Collins reveals what Thomas Jefferson owes to Cicero and Pericles; who really gave the Gettysburg Address; and what Elizabeth I shares with Winston Churchill. In telling the stories of famous and sometimes infamous speeches—including those from Lincoln, Woodrow Wilson, JFK, Martin Luther King, Jr., Disraeli, Hitler, Elie Wiesel, Margaret Thatcher, and Barack and Michelle Obama—Collins breathes new life into words you thought you knew well, telling the story of democracy. Whether it’s the inaugural addresses of presidents or the revolutionary writings of Castro, Pankhurst, and Mandela, Collins illuminates and contextualizes these moments with sensitivity and humor. When They Go Low, We Go High examines the power of public speaking and serves as an urgent reminder that words can change the world. “Hits on three unassailable truths: rhetoric and democracy must go hand-in-hand; democracy, for all of its flaws, is superior to tyranny; and democracy is currently under assault.” —Paste “Collins . . . understands intimately the mechanics of rhetoric. He believes that we, as human beings, possess the capacity to extract ourselves from the swamp in which we have sunk.” —The Times
Author: Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Publisher: ABRAMS
ISBN: 1613129904
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 70
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An illustrated love note filled with moo-ving declarations by one adorable cow, from the New York Times–bestselling duo. There are many ways to say “I love you.” This cow utters them all. With playful bovine puns and simple, sophisticated illustrations, the bestselling creators of I Wish You More and Duck! Rabbit! present a message of love that will resonate with readers of all ages. A wonderful pick-me-up for an adult or a rhyming read-aloud for a child, Holy Cow, I Sure Do Love You! expresses feelings of affection and appreciation, all conveyed with Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld’s signature lighthearted humor.
Author: Mari K. Eder
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780557066131
Category : Dogs
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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OK, let's remember. Benson is a dog, no matter what he thinks you ought to think. He's a big-ish Miniature Schnauzer with the same goofy haircut all of his kin seem to affect, fuzzy at both ends and high-and-tight in between. He's bright, bossy, opinionated, demanding, and spoiled, a bit of a softy, an eternal teenager and an aggressive defender of his turf. He sees himself as a ladies man. He has his "papers" and retains all his original issue equipment and attitude. And, he writes, sort of. Make that "he dictates" in more ways than one to his human, Mari K. Eder. He calls her "Mama," because she's the Alpha dog in his pack, but he aspires greatly to his rightful status as Head Dog. All this is reflected in his monthly letters to his "grandparents," the North Carolina couple who were his breeders and caregivers. The letters are whimsical, autobiographical, filled with fantasy, wonder, and the reality of life as a geographically-circumscribed house dog.
Author: Maj. Gen. Mari K. Eder
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1728230934
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 276
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For fans of Radium Girls and history and WWII buffs, The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line takes you inside the lives and experiences of 15 unknown women heroes from the Greatest Generation, the women who served, fought, struggled, and made things happen during WWII—in and out of uniform—for theirs is a legacy destined to embolden generations of women to come. From daring spies to audacious pilots, from innovative scientists to indomitable resistance fighters, these extraordinary women stepped out of line and into history, forever altering the world's landscape. This page-turning narrative, crafted with meticulous historical accuracy by retired U.S. Army Major General Mari K. Eder, provides a fresh perspective on the integral roles that women played during WWII. Liane B. Russell fled Austria with nothing and later became a renowned U.S. scientist whose research on the effects of radiation on embryos made a difference to thousands of lives. Gena Turgel was a prisoner who worked in the hospital at Bergen-Belsen and cared for the young Anne Frank, who was dying of typhus. Gena survived and went on to write a memoir and spent her life educating children about the Holocaust. Ida and Louise Cook were British sisters who repeatedly smuggled out jewelry and furs and served as sponsors for refugees, and they also established temporary housing for immigrant families in London. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of powerful women's stories, or an avid reader of WWII nonfiction, The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line is a must-read and a poignant testament to the forgotten women who stepped up when the world needed them most.
Author: Paul Ryan
Publisher: Lone Eagle Publishing Company, LLC
ISBN: 9780823084678
Category : Acting
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Dyin' out there? Learn how to act funny from a top Hollywood expert. Want to know a secret? Sssshhhh. Great comedy actors aren't born...they're made. Who makes them?Paul Ryan, that's who. NowRyan, the top comedy acting coach in Hollywood, shares his secrets inThe Art of Comedy, a step-by-step guide for turning actors into comedy actors. Packed with exercises,The Art of Comedyexplains exactly how to build a character, how to incorporate improvisation into a written scene, where to turn for comic inspiration, and how to increase your comedic imagination. Also included is a technical analysis of comedy greats from Milton Berle to Jerry Seinfeld. For anyone who wants to work in film, in television, or in community theater, here's the complete guide to acting funny. Written by Hollywood's top comedy acting coach Packed with practical step-by-step exercises Gives actors at every level an edge at comedy auditions
Author: Mari Eder
Publisher: Defense Press
ISBN: 9781953327000
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160
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Trust is unraveling across American institutions, affecting not only government but also news organizations, trusted sources of information and, most critically, expertise and values. The impact is not just institutional, the decay also affects individuals, families and shared norms. The very foundations of American civic culture seem increasingly at risk. All the while, technology continues to act as an accelerant, speeding up societal change and challenging our abilities to keep pace while controlling our responses. Uncovering the multivariate sources of these challenges is work that demands rigorous, ongoing investigation. As with any investigation, a solid place to start is a requirement. In American Cyberscape: Trials and the Path to Trust, Mari Eder examines the sources of decay in trust and offers solutions to lead us to firmer terrains of shared truth. By grounding the topography of cyberspace and drawing on wide-ranging expertise and experience, both scholarly and practical, American Cyberscape shows pathways to improve outcomes for everyone.
Author: Andy Griffiths
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781536436303
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Andy and Terry live in a 65-story treehouse. (It used to be 52 stories, but they keep expanding.) It has a pet-grooming salon, a birthday room where it's always your birthday (even when it's not), a room full of exploding eyeballs, a lollipop shop, a
Author: Cybill Shepherd
Publisher: Ebury Press
ISBN: 9780091879037
Category : Television actors and actresses
Languages : en
Pages : 294
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"I DID EXACTLY AS I PLEASED, AND WHAT PLEASED ME WAS SEX. If you only ever buy one Hollywood autobiography make it this one. Sassy, shocking, funny and totally revealing this is Cybill Shepherd's unexpurgated life-story, told with the wit and honesty you'd expect from the star that's seen it all and knows it all. She has been 57 kinds of disobedient and she has never held back from doing or saying what she wants. Cybill Disobedience is a limit-breaKing, open-top car ride down Hollywood's Hall of Fame. From top model to movie siren, sex with Elvis to Bruce Willis's appeal. The Last Picture Show To Taxi Driver, the Cybil disaster and the Moonlighting phenomenon, it's all in here, every boyfriend, every affair, every good film and bad film. But most of all it's about a strong woman's determination to survive. The whole shebang - from Hollywood's mouthiest queen."
