Author: Khalil N. Wanna
Publisher: Archway Publishing
ISBN: 1665725559
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
As a day ends and the horizon transforms into a dark crimson hue, a mother pigeon tells her children a bedtime story that she hopes will not only make them sleepy, but will also prepare them for life. In her mind, stories are the best way to encourage her chicks to metaphorically fly, before they technically spread their wings. As her tale of good versus evil concludes, Mother Sue kisses her birdies goodnight with the hope they will all live a good life. But the general mood within the cage is bleak amid the uncertainty that hangs over them like a dark cloud. As the king they serve heartlessly plots within his hall, not far from the room in which they and their beloved caretaker, Francis, reside, it is not long before he delivers a fiery speech that prompts Francis to wake the pigeons, open their cage, strap an anonymous letter to one of the birds, and release him into the wild. But as the birds continue their important missions of delivering messages, they cannot help but begin questioning their roles in the lives of humans seemingly intent on committing more atrocities. In this fairy tale, a family of feathered messengers attempts to fulfill their important purpose while serving an evil king.
The Golden Feathers
Author: Khalil N. Wanna
Publisher: Archway Publishing
ISBN: 1665725559
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
As a day ends and the horizon transforms into a dark crimson hue, a mother pigeon tells her children a bedtime story that she hopes will not only make them sleepy, but will also prepare them for life. In her mind, stories are the best way to encourage her chicks to metaphorically fly, before they technically spread their wings. As her tale of good versus evil concludes, Mother Sue kisses her birdies goodnight with the hope they will all live a good life. But the general mood within the cage is bleak amid the uncertainty that hangs over them like a dark cloud. As the king they serve heartlessly plots within his hall, not far from the room in which they and their beloved caretaker, Francis, reside, it is not long before he delivers a fiery speech that prompts Francis to wake the pigeons, open their cage, strap an anonymous letter to one of the birds, and release him into the wild. But as the birds continue their important missions of delivering messages, they cannot help but begin questioning their roles in the lives of humans seemingly intent on committing more atrocities. In this fairy tale, a family of feathered messengers attempts to fulfill their important purpose while serving an evil king.
Publisher: Archway Publishing
ISBN: 1665725559
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
As a day ends and the horizon transforms into a dark crimson hue, a mother pigeon tells her children a bedtime story that she hopes will not only make them sleepy, but will also prepare them for life. In her mind, stories are the best way to encourage her chicks to metaphorically fly, before they technically spread their wings. As her tale of good versus evil concludes, Mother Sue kisses her birdies goodnight with the hope they will all live a good life. But the general mood within the cage is bleak amid the uncertainty that hangs over them like a dark cloud. As the king they serve heartlessly plots within his hall, not far from the room in which they and their beloved caretaker, Francis, reside, it is not long before he delivers a fiery speech that prompts Francis to wake the pigeons, open their cage, strap an anonymous letter to one of the birds, and release him into the wild. But as the birds continue their important missions of delivering messages, they cannot help but begin questioning their roles in the lives of humans seemingly intent on committing more atrocities. In this fairy tale, a family of feathered messengers attempts to fulfill their important purpose while serving an evil king.
The Golden Feather
Author: Amanda McCabe
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101209631
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
A classic Signet Regency Romance from Amanda McCabe, an author who writes “flawlessly crafted historical romance” (Chicago Tribune). Caroline Aldritch is shocked to learn her late husband’s only legacy to her is the Golden Feather, a notorious gaming establishment. Faced with a life of personal poverty, the genteel widow hatches a desperate scheme: She will don a silk mask, call herself Mrs. Archer, and risk scandal by running the Golden Feather. No one must ever discover her secret—not even dashing Lord Lyndon, who will stop at nothing to unmask her… Don’t miss Amanda McCabe’s charming Signet Regency Romance, One Touch of Magic, available November 2012.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101209631
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
A classic Signet Regency Romance from Amanda McCabe, an author who writes “flawlessly crafted historical romance” (Chicago Tribune). Caroline Aldritch is shocked to learn her late husband’s only legacy to her is the Golden Feather, a notorious gaming establishment. Faced with a life of personal poverty, the genteel widow hatches a desperate scheme: She will don a silk mask, call herself Mrs. Archer, and risk scandal by running the Golden Feather. No one must ever discover her secret—not even dashing Lord Lyndon, who will stop at nothing to unmask her… Don’t miss Amanda McCabe’s charming Signet Regency Romance, One Touch of Magic, available November 2012.
Mr. Biggels Find the Golden Feathers
Author: Sharalee Marie Shepherd Washington II
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 149318038X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 59
Book Description
This book is about Mr. Biggels that always knew there were golden feathers on the mountain of hope and to get there it would be the journey of his life now it would not be easy. But he knew that if he would not give up on hope he would be able to reach the golden feathers that were priceless and he would become a rich man. He knew he had to struggle most of his little life and he would not have his dreams unless he found the Golden Feathers that was on the mountain of hope. Then he knew everything would fall in place once he got a bag full of them. Now he had to go through a lot to get to this mountain of hope but it was his attitude that would bring him there and if he was nice it brought him close but, if he was mean it took him longer to get there and it would bring out strange creatures that would give him a hard time to get there so you know what little children it is your attitude they watch now days so try and have a positive one.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 149318038X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 59
Book Description
This book is about Mr. Biggels that always knew there were golden feathers on the mountain of hope and to get there it would be the journey of his life now it would not be easy. But he knew that if he would not give up on hope he would be able to reach the golden feathers that were priceless and he would become a rich man. He knew he had to struggle most of his little life and he would not have his dreams unless he found the Golden Feathers that was on the mountain of hope. Then he knew everything would fall in place once he got a bag full of them. Now he had to go through a lot to get to this mountain of hope but it was his attitude that would bring him there and if he was nice it brought him close but, if he was mean it took him longer to get there and it would bring out strange creatures that would give him a hard time to get there so you know what little children it is your attitude they watch now days so try and have a positive one.
The Mystery of the Golden Feather
Author: Tessa Strickland
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744087392
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
An enchanting story that takes children on a mindful journey by encouraging them to listen out for birdsong One boy's mindful journey allows him to discover the wonder of birds and their songs. When Felix finds a feather on his doorstep, he is eager to uncover what bird it belongs to. But the answer comes to him in a way he least expected it to: by simply taking a moment to pause, and listen to the music of the birds around him. Little ones are invited to join Felix as he stops to appreciate the present moment, and the wonderful natural sounds it has to offer. This breathtaking celebration of birdsong captures the calm and clarity we can find when we clear our heads to be more mindful. Thoughtful, lyrical words sit alongside beautiful illustrations to make this a simply captivating read. At the end of the book, Felix guides young readers through some easy mindfulness techniques that children can absorb and practice in their everyday lives. Whether you are looking to find a quiet moment, or for a way to remind little ones to pause and take in their surroundings, The Mystery of the Golden Feather is a book to treasure forever.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744087392
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
An enchanting story that takes children on a mindful journey by encouraging them to listen out for birdsong One boy's mindful journey allows him to discover the wonder of birds and their songs. When Felix finds a feather on his doorstep, he is eager to uncover what bird it belongs to. But the answer comes to him in a way he least expected it to: by simply taking a moment to pause, and listen to the music of the birds around him. Little ones are invited to join Felix as he stops to appreciate the present moment, and the wonderful natural sounds it has to offer. This breathtaking celebration of birdsong captures the calm and clarity we can find when we clear our heads to be more mindful. Thoughtful, lyrical words sit alongside beautiful illustrations to make this a simply captivating read. At the end of the book, Felix guides young readers through some easy mindfulness techniques that children can absorb and practice in their everyday lives. Whether you are looking to find a quiet moment, or for a way to remind little ones to pause and take in their surroundings, The Mystery of the Golden Feather is a book to treasure forever.
More Jataka Tales
Author: Ellen C. Babbitt
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Unveil the enchanting world of Jataka tales, ancient folklore from India, in this collection retold by Ellen C. Babbitt. Witness the consequences of disobedience in 'Beauty and Brownie', the rise of a humble bowman in 'The Brave Little Bowman', and the triumph of friendship in 'The Elephant and the Dog'. Explore tales of bravery, cunning, and sacrifice, as characters like the foolhardy wolf, the penny-wise monkey, and the wise goat navigate their journeys. Let these timeless stories ignite your imagination and impart timeless wisdom through their timeless charm.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Unveil the enchanting world of Jataka tales, ancient folklore from India, in this collection retold by Ellen C. Babbitt. Witness the consequences of disobedience in 'Beauty and Brownie', the rise of a humble bowman in 'The Brave Little Bowman', and the triumph of friendship in 'The Elephant and the Dog'. Explore tales of bravery, cunning, and sacrifice, as characters like the foolhardy wolf, the penny-wise monkey, and the wise goat navigate their journeys. Let these timeless stories ignite your imagination and impart timeless wisdom through their timeless charm.
The Feather Thief
Author: Kirk Wallace Johnson
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101981628
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
As heard on NPR's This American Life “Absorbing . . . Though it's non-fiction, The Feather Thief contains many of the elements of a classic thriller.” —Maureen Corrigan, NPR’s Fresh Air “One of the most peculiar and memorable true-crime books ever.” —Christian Science Monitor A rollicking true-crime adventure and a captivating journey into an underground world of fanatical fly-tiers and plume peddlers, for readers of The Stranger in the Woods, The Lost City of Z, and The Orchid Thief. On a cool June evening in 2009, after performing a concert at London's Royal Academy of Music, twenty-year-old American flautist Edwin Rist boarded a train for a suburban outpost of the British Museum of Natural History. Home to one of the largest ornithological collections in the world, the Tring museum was full of rare bird specimens whose gorgeous feathers were worth staggering amounts of money to the men who shared Edwin's obsession: the Victorian art of salmon fly-tying. Once inside the museum, the champion fly-tier grabbed hundreds of bird skins—some collected 150 years earlier by a contemporary of Darwin's, Alfred Russel Wallace, who'd risked everything to gather them—and escaped into the darkness. Two years later, Kirk Wallace Johnson was waist high in a river in northern New Mexico when his fly-fishing guide told him about the heist. He was soon consumed by the strange case of the feather thief. What would possess a person to steal dead birds? Had Edwin paid the price for his crime? What became of the missing skins? In his search for answers, Johnson was catapulted into a years-long, worldwide investigation. The gripping story of a bizarre and shocking crime, and one man's relentless pursuit of justice, The Feather Thief is also a fascinating exploration of obsession, and man's destructive instinct to harvest the beauty of nature.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101981628
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
As heard on NPR's This American Life “Absorbing . . . Though it's non-fiction, The Feather Thief contains many of the elements of a classic thriller.” —Maureen Corrigan, NPR’s Fresh Air “One of the most peculiar and memorable true-crime books ever.” —Christian Science Monitor A rollicking true-crime adventure and a captivating journey into an underground world of fanatical fly-tiers and plume peddlers, for readers of The Stranger in the Woods, The Lost City of Z, and The Orchid Thief. On a cool June evening in 2009, after performing a concert at London's Royal Academy of Music, twenty-year-old American flautist Edwin Rist boarded a train for a suburban outpost of the British Museum of Natural History. Home to one of the largest ornithological collections in the world, the Tring museum was full of rare bird specimens whose gorgeous feathers were worth staggering amounts of money to the men who shared Edwin's obsession: the Victorian art of salmon fly-tying. Once inside the museum, the champion fly-tier grabbed hundreds of bird skins—some collected 150 years earlier by a contemporary of Darwin's, Alfred Russel Wallace, who'd risked everything to gather them—and escaped into the darkness. Two years later, Kirk Wallace Johnson was waist high in a river in northern New Mexico when his fly-fishing guide told him about the heist. He was soon consumed by the strange case of the feather thief. What would possess a person to steal dead birds? Had Edwin paid the price for his crime? What became of the missing skins? In his search for answers, Johnson was catapulted into a years-long, worldwide investigation. The gripping story of a bizarre and shocking crime, and one man's relentless pursuit of justice, The Feather Thief is also a fascinating exploration of obsession, and man's destructive instinct to harvest the beauty of nature.
The Bird with the Golden Feather
Author: Rosemary Vanliew Cassels
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1434354148
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 54
Book Description
The Bird with the Golden Feather is about sticking to your convictions no matter what the price. Leaders are like eagles. They do not flock, you find them one at a time. This is what little Bird learns. She chooses to be true to her decisions. It does not always mean you fit in with everyone else.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1434354148
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 54
Book Description
The Bird with the Golden Feather is about sticking to your convictions no matter what the price. Leaders are like eagles. They do not flock, you find them one at a time. This is what little Bird learns. She chooses to be true to her decisions. It does not always mean you fit in with everyone else.
The Golden Goose
Author: June Walker Rogers
Publisher: Dramatic Publishing
ISBN: 9780871297099
Category : Children's plays, English
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Publisher: Dramatic Publishing
ISBN: 9780871297099
Category : Children's plays, English
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Golden Fetters
Author: Barry J. Eichengreen
Publisher: NBER Series on Long-term Factors in Economic Development
ISBN: 9780195101133
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
This book offers a reassessment of the international monetary problems that led to the global economic crisis of the 1930s. The author shows how policies, in conjunction with the imbalances created by World War I, gave rise to the global crisis of the 1930s.
Publisher: NBER Series on Long-term Factors in Economic Development
ISBN: 9780195101133
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
This book offers a reassessment of the international monetary problems that led to the global economic crisis of the 1930s. The author shows how policies, in conjunction with the imbalances created by World War I, gave rise to the global crisis of the 1930s.
The Golden Dynasty
Author: Kristen Ashley
Publisher: Kristen Ashley
ISBN: 1466023686
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Circe Quinn, the office manager of a moving company, goes to sleep at home and wakes up in a corral filled with women wearing sacrificial virgin attire—and she’s one of them. She figures this is not good and soon finds she’s not having a wild dream; she’s living a frightening nightmare. She’s been transported to a barren land populated by a primitive people, where she’s installed very unwillingly on her white throne of horns as their queen. Dax Lahn is the king of Suh Tunak, the Horde of the nation of Korwahk. With one look at Circe, he knows she will be his bride and together they will start the Golden Dynasty of legend. Circe and Lahn are separated by language, culture, and the small fact she’s from a parallel universe and has no idea how she got there. Or, more importantly, how to get home. Facing challenge after challenge, Circe finds her footing as Queen of the brutal Korwahk Horde and wife to its King. Then she finds herself falling in love with this primitive land, its people and especially their savage leader.
Publisher: Kristen Ashley
ISBN: 1466023686
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Circe Quinn, the office manager of a moving company, goes to sleep at home and wakes up in a corral filled with women wearing sacrificial virgin attire—and she’s one of them. She figures this is not good and soon finds she’s not having a wild dream; she’s living a frightening nightmare. She’s been transported to a barren land populated by a primitive people, where she’s installed very unwillingly on her white throne of horns as their queen. Dax Lahn is the king of Suh Tunak, the Horde of the nation of Korwahk. With one look at Circe, he knows she will be his bride and together they will start the Golden Dynasty of legend. Circe and Lahn are separated by language, culture, and the small fact she’s from a parallel universe and has no idea how she got there. Or, more importantly, how to get home. Facing challenge after challenge, Circe finds her footing as Queen of the brutal Korwahk Horde and wife to its King. Then she finds herself falling in love with this primitive land, its people and especially their savage leader.