Author: William Henry Harrison Murray
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
The story of the man who didn't know much
Author: William Henry Harrison Murray
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
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.
Man from the South (A Roald Dahl Short Story)
Author: Roald Dahl
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 1405911042
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Man from the South is a short, sharp, chilling story from Roald Dahl, the master of the shocking tale. In Man from the South, Roald Dahl, one of the world's favourite authors, tells a sinister story about the darker side of human nature. Here, a man takes part in a very unusual bet, one with appalling consequences . . . Man from the South is taken from the short story collection Someone Like You, which includes seventeen other devious and shocking stories, featuring the wife who serves a dish that baffles the police; a curious machine that reveals the horrifying truth about plants; the man waiting to be bitten by the venomous snake asleep on his stomach; and others. 'The absolute master of the twist in the tale.' (Observer ) This story is also available as a Penguin digital audio download read by Stephen Mangan. Roald Dahl, the brilliant and worldwide acclaimed author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, James and the Giant Peach, Matilda, and many more classics for children, also wrote scores of short stories for adults. These delightfully disturbing tales have often been filmed and were most recently the inspiration for the West End play, Roald Dahl's Twisted Tales by Jeremy Dyson. Roald Dahl's stories continue to make readers shiver today.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 1405911042
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Man from the South is a short, sharp, chilling story from Roald Dahl, the master of the shocking tale. In Man from the South, Roald Dahl, one of the world's favourite authors, tells a sinister story about the darker side of human nature. Here, a man takes part in a very unusual bet, one with appalling consequences . . . Man from the South is taken from the short story collection Someone Like You, which includes seventeen other devious and shocking stories, featuring the wife who serves a dish that baffles the police; a curious machine that reveals the horrifying truth about plants; the man waiting to be bitten by the venomous snake asleep on his stomach; and others. 'The absolute master of the twist in the tale.' (Observer ) This story is also available as a Penguin digital audio download read by Stephen Mangan. Roald Dahl, the brilliant and worldwide acclaimed author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, James and the Giant Peach, Matilda, and many more classics for children, also wrote scores of short stories for adults. These delightfully disturbing tales have often been filmed and were most recently the inspiration for the West End play, Roald Dahl's Twisted Tales by Jeremy Dyson. Roald Dahl's stories continue to make readers shiver today.
Documents of the Assembly of the State of New York
Author: New York (State). Legislature. Assembly
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 584
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 584
Book Description
The Story Of An Hour
Author: Kate Chopin
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 1443435198
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
Mrs. Louise Mallard, afflicted with a heart condition, reflects on the death of her husband from the safety of her locked room. Originally published in Vogue magazine, “The Story of an Hour” was retitled as “The Dream of an Hour,” when it was published amid much controversy under its new title a year later in St. Louis Life. “The Story of an Hour” was adapted to film in The Joy That Kills by director Tina Rathbone, which was part of a PBS anthology called American Playhouse. HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 1443435198
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
Mrs. Louise Mallard, afflicted with a heart condition, reflects on the death of her husband from the safety of her locked room. Originally published in Vogue magazine, “The Story of an Hour” was retitled as “The Dream of an Hour,” when it was published amid much controversy under its new title a year later in St. Louis Life. “The Story of an Hour” was adapted to film in The Joy That Kills by director Tina Rathbone, which was part of a PBS anthology called American Playhouse. HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.
THIS IS MY STORY; THIS IS MY SONG: One Man’s Journey To Turning Oppositions Into Opportunities And Fulfilling His Unique Gifts
Author: Dr. Willie H. Clemons
Publisher: Bookclick 360 Wordeee
ISBN: 1959811266
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
Dr. Willie H. Clemons’ inspiring book, THIS IS MY STORY; THIS IS MY SONG: One Man’s Journey To Turning Oppositions Into Opportunities And Fulfilling His Unique Gifts, shares his personal experiences and insights on growing up in Alabama. Along the way, the author weaves a beautiful and inspiring story of his journey to fulfilling his childhood dreams of a life of service. Dr. Willie H. Clemons’ inspiring book, THIS IS MY STORY; THIS IS MY SONG: One Man’s Journey To Turning Oppositions Into Opportunities And Fulfilling His Unique Gifts, shares his personal experiences and insights on growing up in Alabama. Along the way, the author weaves a beautiful and inspiring story of his journey to fulfilling his childhood dreams of a life of service. Dedicated to being a change agent and bridge builder for his African American community, Dr. Clemons was unwavering on what he felt was his God given purpose. He shares the challenges he faced during the Jim Crow era in Alabama and how he turned those challenges into opportunities. As we journey with him from 1940’s Mobile, Alabama to Chicago and on to the bustling and progressive city of Atlanta, we not only get a sweeping overview of history, a vicarious travelogue experience and the grit and conviction of the man, we cannot helped but be inspired by the impact and legacy of a man who dedicated his life to service and his community. At the end of every chapter Dr. Clemons offers practical advice in his teachable moments section on how to turn your dreams into reality. THIS IS MY STORY; THIS IS MY SONG: One Man’s Journey To Turning Oppositions Into Opportunities And Fulfilling His Unique Gifts is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt they were born with a unique purpose that had to be fulfilled despite facing insurmountable odds. It is a story of love, hope, resilience, family and the power of the human spirit and the divine.
Publisher: Bookclick 360 Wordeee
ISBN: 1959811266
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
Dr. Willie H. Clemons’ inspiring book, THIS IS MY STORY; THIS IS MY SONG: One Man’s Journey To Turning Oppositions Into Opportunities And Fulfilling His Unique Gifts, shares his personal experiences and insights on growing up in Alabama. Along the way, the author weaves a beautiful and inspiring story of his journey to fulfilling his childhood dreams of a life of service. Dr. Willie H. Clemons’ inspiring book, THIS IS MY STORY; THIS IS MY SONG: One Man’s Journey To Turning Oppositions Into Opportunities And Fulfilling His Unique Gifts, shares his personal experiences and insights on growing up in Alabama. Along the way, the author weaves a beautiful and inspiring story of his journey to fulfilling his childhood dreams of a life of service. Dedicated to being a change agent and bridge builder for his African American community, Dr. Clemons was unwavering on what he felt was his God given purpose. He shares the challenges he faced during the Jim Crow era in Alabama and how he turned those challenges into opportunities. As we journey with him from 1940’s Mobile, Alabama to Chicago and on to the bustling and progressive city of Atlanta, we not only get a sweeping overview of history, a vicarious travelogue experience and the grit and conviction of the man, we cannot helped but be inspired by the impact and legacy of a man who dedicated his life to service and his community. At the end of every chapter Dr. Clemons offers practical advice in his teachable moments section on how to turn your dreams into reality. THIS IS MY STORY; THIS IS MY SONG: One Man’s Journey To Turning Oppositions Into Opportunities And Fulfilling His Unique Gifts is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt they were born with a unique purpose that had to be fulfilled despite facing insurmountable odds. It is a story of love, hope, resilience, family and the power of the human spirit and the divine.
The Umbrella Man and Other Stories
Author: Roald Dahl
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101636289
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Is it really possible to invent a machine that does the job of a writer? What is it about the landlady's house that makes it so hard for her guests to leave? Does Sir Basil Turton value most his wife or one of his priceless sculptures? These compelling tales are a perfect introduction to the adult writing of a storytelling genius.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101636289
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Is it really possible to invent a machine that does the job of a writer? What is it about the landlady's house that makes it so hard for her guests to leave? Does Sir Basil Turton value most his wife or one of his priceless sculptures? These compelling tales are a perfect introduction to the adult writing of a storytelling genius.
Lippincott's Monthly Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 980
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 980
Book Description
Based on a True Story
Author: Norm Macdonald
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0812993632
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “Driving, wild and hilarious” (The Washington Post), here is the incredible “memoir” of the legendary actor, gambler, raconteur, and Saturday Night Live veteran. When Norm Macdonald, one of the greatest stand-up comics of all time, was approached to write a celebrity memoir, he flatly refused, calling the genre “one step below instruction manuals.” Norm then promptly took a two-year hiatus from stand-up comedy to live on a farm in northern Canada. When he emerged he had under his arm a manuscript, a genre-smashing book about comedy, tragedy, love, loss, war, and redemption. When asked if this was the celebrity memoir, Norm replied, “Call it anything you damn like.”
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 0812993632
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “Driving, wild and hilarious” (The Washington Post), here is the incredible “memoir” of the legendary actor, gambler, raconteur, and Saturday Night Live veteran. When Norm Macdonald, one of the greatest stand-up comics of all time, was approached to write a celebrity memoir, he flatly refused, calling the genre “one step below instruction manuals.” Norm then promptly took a two-year hiatus from stand-up comedy to live on a farm in northern Canada. When he emerged he had under his arm a manuscript, a genre-smashing book about comedy, tragedy, love, loss, war, and redemption. When asked if this was the celebrity memoir, Norm replied, “Call it anything you damn like.”
Hot Rocks
Author: Randy Rawls
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738734136
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
When private eye Beth Bowman is framed for murder in South Florida, she accepts help from a gang of street people to turn the tables on the people who set her up.
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738734136
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
When private eye Beth Bowman is framed for murder in South Florida, she accepts help from a gang of street people to turn the tables on the people who set her up.