Author: William Pulleyn
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
The Etymological Compendium, Or Portfolio of Origins and Inventions ... Sea, Islends, Cities, Towns ... Containing a Particular Account of London and Its Public Buildings ... by William Pulleyn
Author: William Pulleyn
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
By Land, By Sea
Author: William Hoffman
Publisher: LSU Press
ISBN: 9780807124604
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
William Hoffman alternates enduing themes of land and sea by taking inhabitants mostly of Virginia’s inland and Chesapeake Bay regions and making them thoroughly his own in this superb collection of stories. The stories deal with the clash between old and new values, with ties to the land and the lure of the sea, with the struggle to maintain relationships–between parents and children, husbands and wives, community and individual. In “Fathers and Daughters,” a man fears that his pretty teenage daughter is throwing away her life by taking up with a handsome young man whose values are primitive and rapacious. In “Landfall,” an ailing, elderly couple makes a last trip. In their beloved sailboat, which has been like a vessel holding their marriage, the two cruise the New England coast to Canada, where the end of their journey is not what either foresaw. The protagonist of “Cuttings” is a bold, decorated veteran of Vietnam who has become softened by living in a metropolitan southern city. He is forced to show his bravery by facing a white oak that has died and needs felling to protect his beach cottage. In “Smoke,” a former convict, sickly and cynical, comes in poverty to live with his sister and her family, and by his courage restores the idea of honor in those whom he has caused to feel shame and anger. “Lover” is the haunting story of an aging businessman who seeks desperately to regain love and his youth through a relationship with an adolescent girl. An intellectually sophisticated minister, in “The Question of Rain,” is asked by member of his congregation to offer a special prayer day for rain when a drought scorches the countryside. He is reluctant to perform the service, to be tapped in the position of publicly asking for rain and putting himself and his God to the test. In “Patriot, a coal miner’s love of country makes him a true patriot, though the war he fights is not against a foreign enemy but against new, potentially destructive values. Hoffman’s skill as a craftsman is matched by the veracity of his eye and ear for poignant detail in these quietly powerful and always deeply moving stories.
Publisher: LSU Press
ISBN: 9780807124604
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
William Hoffman alternates enduing themes of land and sea by taking inhabitants mostly of Virginia’s inland and Chesapeake Bay regions and making them thoroughly his own in this superb collection of stories. The stories deal with the clash between old and new values, with ties to the land and the lure of the sea, with the struggle to maintain relationships–between parents and children, husbands and wives, community and individual. In “Fathers and Daughters,” a man fears that his pretty teenage daughter is throwing away her life by taking up with a handsome young man whose values are primitive and rapacious. In “Landfall,” an ailing, elderly couple makes a last trip. In their beloved sailboat, which has been like a vessel holding their marriage, the two cruise the New England coast to Canada, where the end of their journey is not what either foresaw. The protagonist of “Cuttings” is a bold, decorated veteran of Vietnam who has become softened by living in a metropolitan southern city. He is forced to show his bravery by facing a white oak that has died and needs felling to protect his beach cottage. In “Smoke,” a former convict, sickly and cynical, comes in poverty to live with his sister and her family, and by his courage restores the idea of honor in those whom he has caused to feel shame and anger. “Lover” is the haunting story of an aging businessman who seeks desperately to regain love and his youth through a relationship with an adolescent girl. An intellectually sophisticated minister, in “The Question of Rain,” is asked by member of his congregation to offer a special prayer day for rain when a drought scorches the countryside. He is reluctant to perform the service, to be tapped in the position of publicly asking for rain and putting himself and his God to the test. In “Patriot, a coal miner’s love of country makes him a true patriot, though the war he fights is not against a foreign enemy but against new, potentially destructive values. Hoffman’s skill as a craftsman is matched by the veracity of his eye and ear for poignant detail in these quietly powerful and always deeply moving stories.
Sea Fishing
Author: John Bickerdyke
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fishing
Languages : en
Pages : 638
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fishing
Languages : en
Pages : 638
Book Description
North Sea Passage and the Women of Spirit
Author: André Schulman
Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1780883528
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 433
Book Description
This is a story like a novel, of two generations of a fugitive family who land at Harwich in 1939. There are backward glances through Germany and Poland to the mid-nineteenth century, and it ends in the present day. The actions take place in the villages of old Poland, Nazi Berlin, wartime London and seaside towns, in school and the sports-field, in the Paris of 1945, on Alpine glaciers, amongst rising stars of British politics... It has two main threads – the mind of Etienne, and the characters of the mother, the sister and later of the Cabinet Minister who was a leading persuader in the formation of the party that was to re-shape British politics and was its Leader in the Lords. The sister was ‘the nearest thing the Left had to a political hostess’. Theme might be said to be corruption of character associated with idealistic politics; even more portentously, the pre-Socratic mind of Etienne through whom the action is seen – overwhelmed by his present experiences and historical daydreams, retarded in rationality, unable to speak, his mind a disorder of mists and his values dark – un-English, unmodern. North Sea Passage and the Women of Spirit is a memoir but written in the style of literary novel and will appeal to readers of that genre, as well as of biography and modern history.
Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1780883528
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 433
Book Description
This is a story like a novel, of two generations of a fugitive family who land at Harwich in 1939. There are backward glances through Germany and Poland to the mid-nineteenth century, and it ends in the present day. The actions take place in the villages of old Poland, Nazi Berlin, wartime London and seaside towns, in school and the sports-field, in the Paris of 1945, on Alpine glaciers, amongst rising stars of British politics... It has two main threads – the mind of Etienne, and the characters of the mother, the sister and later of the Cabinet Minister who was a leading persuader in the formation of the party that was to re-shape British politics and was its Leader in the Lords. The sister was ‘the nearest thing the Left had to a political hostess’. Theme might be said to be corruption of character associated with idealistic politics; even more portentously, the pre-Socratic mind of Etienne through whom the action is seen – overwhelmed by his present experiences and historical daydreams, retarded in rationality, unable to speak, his mind a disorder of mists and his values dark – un-English, unmodern. North Sea Passage and the Women of Spirit is a memoir but written in the style of literary novel and will appeal to readers of that genre, as well as of biography and modern history.
Ancient Greek Colonies in the Black Sea
Author: Dēmētrios V. Grammenos
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Black Sea Region
Languages : en
Pages : 748
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Black Sea Region
Languages : en
Pages : 748
Book Description
Tree of Souls
Author: Howard Schwartz
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195327136
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 705
Book Description
Drawing from the Bible, the Pseudepigrapha, the Talmud and Midrash, the kabbalistic literature, medieval folklore, Hasidic texts, and oral lore collected in the modern era, Schwartz has gathered together nearly 700 of the key Jewish myths. For each myth, he includes extensive commentary, revealing the source of the myth and explaining how it relates to other Jewish myths as well as to world literature --from publisher description
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195327136
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 705
Book Description
Drawing from the Bible, the Pseudepigrapha, the Talmud and Midrash, the kabbalistic literature, medieval folklore, Hasidic texts, and oral lore collected in the modern era, Schwartz has gathered together nearly 700 of the key Jewish myths. For each myth, he includes extensive commentary, revealing the source of the myth and explaining how it relates to other Jewish myths as well as to world literature --from publisher description
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
Author:
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1427045801
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1427045801
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (with the original illustrations by Alphonse de Neuville)
Author: Jules Verne
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 453
Book Description
Jules Verne's '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' is a classic adventure novel that follows the journey of Captain Nemo and his submarine, the Nautilus, as they explore the depths of the oceans. Verne's mastery of vivid imagery and scientific detail transports readers to a world beneath the waves, showcasing his skill in blending excitement with meticulous research. The inclusion of original illustrations by Alphonse de Neuville enhances the immersive experience of the narrative, bringing the fantastical technology of the Nautilus to life on the page. Set in a time when deep-sea exploration was still a novel concept, the novel remains a seminal work in the science fiction genre, inspiring generations of readers and writers alike. Jules Verne, a visionary author known for his prophetic imagination, drew inspiration from the rapid advancements in science and technology during the 19th century. His fascination with the mysteries of the natural world and the potential of human innovation culminated in '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea', a pioneering work that continues to captivate audiences till this day. Verne's ability to combine scientific speculation with thrilling narrative propelled him to become one of the most celebrated authors of his time, and his legacy endures in the realm of speculative fiction. For readers who crave adventure, exploration, and a dash of scientific intrigue, '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' is a must-read. Verne's timeless tale of underwater discovery offers a compelling blend of imagination and intellect, inviting audiences to delve into the wonders of the deep sea alongside the enigmatic Captain Nemo. Whether you are a seasoned science fiction enthusiast or a curious reader seeking an enthralling literary voyage, this novel promises a thrilling odyssey through uncharted waters.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 453
Book Description
Jules Verne's '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' is a classic adventure novel that follows the journey of Captain Nemo and his submarine, the Nautilus, as they explore the depths of the oceans. Verne's mastery of vivid imagery and scientific detail transports readers to a world beneath the waves, showcasing his skill in blending excitement with meticulous research. The inclusion of original illustrations by Alphonse de Neuville enhances the immersive experience of the narrative, bringing the fantastical technology of the Nautilus to life on the page. Set in a time when deep-sea exploration was still a novel concept, the novel remains a seminal work in the science fiction genre, inspiring generations of readers and writers alike. Jules Verne, a visionary author known for his prophetic imagination, drew inspiration from the rapid advancements in science and technology during the 19th century. His fascination with the mysteries of the natural world and the potential of human innovation culminated in '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea', a pioneering work that continues to captivate audiences till this day. Verne's ability to combine scientific speculation with thrilling narrative propelled him to become one of the most celebrated authors of his time, and his legacy endures in the realm of speculative fiction. For readers who crave adventure, exploration, and a dash of scientific intrigue, '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' is a must-read. Verne's timeless tale of underwater discovery offers a compelling blend of imagination and intellect, inviting audiences to delve into the wonders of the deep sea alongside the enigmatic Captain Nemo. Whether you are a seasoned science fiction enthusiast or a curious reader seeking an enthralling literary voyage, this novel promises a thrilling odyssey through uncharted waters.
Son of the Sea
Author: Dr. S.K. Bhatia
Publisher: Partridge Publishing
ISBN: 1482840693
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 239
Book Description
The story of this book is different being classic one. It has two parts-one related to the past life of Charan when he managed to sneaked into heaven posing as a saint and crusador of ahimsa and truth but thrown out from there when 'Mirror Of The Past' glimpsed his tainted past life style .He was actually Varuni-son of Varun Dev sea-god and a furious tidal wave born in human flesh. He believed in violence and got his father Bharam Chand killed to side with the firangi rule. He decided to work for the Crown to achieve the desired goal of his life but in disguise as a saint so that none could suspect him as Baba the informer. He came closer to the freedom fighters to know their secrets to pass on to the firangi rulers. The second part is related with his being thrown out from heaven to fall in the lap of Suchanders statue in the main square of a city. Here he again played his dubious role to create unrest in the square. It was Lily that became instrumental in restoring peace in the square but he took this credit for himself by considering Lily as his peace ambassador. He befriended with Professor, Dr Nisha, Lily, Ragho and many others but ditched them in time. He boasted himself as a great leader of many successful movements. When Professor requested him to lead farmers agitation he shook hands with the police. Ultimately he was exposed and put on trial. Dr Bhatia is a prolific fiction writer. His stories are full of wonderful wisdom, amusements and classic adventures with colourful imaginations. His style is lucid. He is a recipient of many awards.
Publisher: Partridge Publishing
ISBN: 1482840693
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 239
Book Description
The story of this book is different being classic one. It has two parts-one related to the past life of Charan when he managed to sneaked into heaven posing as a saint and crusador of ahimsa and truth but thrown out from there when 'Mirror Of The Past' glimpsed his tainted past life style .He was actually Varuni-son of Varun Dev sea-god and a furious tidal wave born in human flesh. He believed in violence and got his father Bharam Chand killed to side with the firangi rule. He decided to work for the Crown to achieve the desired goal of his life but in disguise as a saint so that none could suspect him as Baba the informer. He came closer to the freedom fighters to know their secrets to pass on to the firangi rulers. The second part is related with his being thrown out from heaven to fall in the lap of Suchanders statue in the main square of a city. Here he again played his dubious role to create unrest in the square. It was Lily that became instrumental in restoring peace in the square but he took this credit for himself by considering Lily as his peace ambassador. He befriended with Professor, Dr Nisha, Lily, Ragho and many others but ditched them in time. He boasted himself as a great leader of many successful movements. When Professor requested him to lead farmers agitation he shook hands with the police. Ultimately he was exposed and put on trial. Dr Bhatia is a prolific fiction writer. His stories are full of wonderful wisdom, amusements and classic adventures with colourful imaginations. His style is lucid. He is a recipient of many awards.
The Scientific and Literary Treasury: a New and Popular Encyclopaedia of Belles Lettres, Etc
Author: Samuel Maunder
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 850
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 850
Book Description