Author: Shriram Iyer
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789381626566
Category : Brothers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"The touching story of two brothers : Saurav and Raj, are born to a retired Air Force officer and his submissive and obedient wife. Saurav is a self-centered and intelligent boy while Raj is a deaf and stoic fellow. The story describes in detail the events of the Moscow Olympics in 1978. Saurav passionately supports his brother to reach that pinnacle of success that inspires Raj- but Raj continues to face insurmountable obstacles in the path to the running track. The theme of the story is what the portentous question at the back cover asks- Will Raj and Saurav together realize Raj's dream of winning the gold medal?"--Publisher's description.
Wings of Silence
Author: Shriram Iyer
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789381626566
Category : Brothers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"The touching story of two brothers : Saurav and Raj, are born to a retired Air Force officer and his submissive and obedient wife. Saurav is a self-centered and intelligent boy while Raj is a deaf and stoic fellow. The story describes in detail the events of the Moscow Olympics in 1978. Saurav passionately supports his brother to reach that pinnacle of success that inspires Raj- but Raj continues to face insurmountable obstacles in the path to the running track. The theme of the story is what the portentous question at the back cover asks- Will Raj and Saurav together realize Raj's dream of winning the gold medal?"--Publisher's description.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789381626566
Category : Brothers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"The touching story of two brothers : Saurav and Raj, are born to a retired Air Force officer and his submissive and obedient wife. Saurav is a self-centered and intelligent boy while Raj is a deaf and stoic fellow. The story describes in detail the events of the Moscow Olympics in 1978. Saurav passionately supports his brother to reach that pinnacle of success that inspires Raj- but Raj continues to face insurmountable obstacles in the path to the running track. The theme of the story is what the portentous question at the back cover asks- Will Raj and Saurav together realize Raj's dream of winning the gold medal?"--Publisher's description.
On Wings of Devotion (The Codebreakers Book #2)
Author: Roseanna M. White
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1493422782
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 414
Book Description
All of England thinks Phillip Camden a monster--a man who deliberately caused the deaths of his squadron. But as nurse Arabelle Denler watches the so-dubbed "Black Heart" every day, she sees something far different: a hurting man desperate for mercy. And when their paths twist together and he declares himself her new protector, she realizes she has her own role to play in his healing. Phillip Camden would have preferred to die that day with his squadron rather than be recruited to the Admiralty's codebreaking division. The threats he receives daily are no great surprise and, in his opinion, well deserved. What comes as a shock is the reborn desire to truly live that Arabelle inspires in him. But when an old acquaintance shows up and seems set on using him in a plot that has the codebreakers of Room 40 in a frenzy, new affections are put to the test.
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1493422782
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 414
Book Description
All of England thinks Phillip Camden a monster--a man who deliberately caused the deaths of his squadron. But as nurse Arabelle Denler watches the so-dubbed "Black Heart" every day, she sees something far different: a hurting man desperate for mercy. And when their paths twist together and he declares himself her new protector, she realizes she has her own role to play in his healing. Phillip Camden would have preferred to die that day with his squadron rather than be recruited to the Admiralty's codebreaking division. The threats he receives daily are no great surprise and, in his opinion, well deserved. What comes as a shock is the reborn desire to truly live that Arabelle inspires in him. But when an old acquaintance shows up and seems set on using him in a plot that has the codebreakers of Room 40 in a frenzy, new affections are put to the test.
Race Talk and the Conspiracy of Silence
Author: Derald Wing Sue
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119241987
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Turn Uncomfortable Conversations into Meaningful Dialogue If you believe that talking about race is impolite, or that "colorblindness" is the preferred approach, you must read this book. Race Talk and the Conspiracy of Silence debunks the most pervasive myths using evidence, easy-to-understand examples, and practical tools. This significant work answers all your questions about discussing race by covering: Characteristics of typical, unproductive conversations on race Tacit and explicit social rules related to talking about racial issues Race-specific difficulties and misconceptions regarding race talk Concrete advice for educators and parents on approaching race in a new way "His insistence on the need to press through resistance to have difficult conversations about race is a helpful corrective for a society that prefers to remain silent about these issues." —Christopher Wells, Vice President for Student Life at DePauw University "In a Canadian context, the work of Dr. Derald Wing Sue in Race Talk: and the Conspiracy of Silence is the type of material needed to engage a populace that is often described as 'Too Polite.' The accessible material lets individuals engage in difficult conversations about race and racism in ways that make the uncomfortable topics less threatening, resulting in a true 'dialogue' rather than a debate." —Darrell Bowden, M Ed. Education and Awareness Coordinator, Ryerson University "He offers those of us who work in the Diversity and Inclusion space practical tools for generating productive dialogues that transcend the limiting constraints of assumptions about race and identity." —Rania Sanford, Ed.D. Associate Chancellor for Strategic Affairs and Diversity, Stanford University "Sue's book is a must-read for any parent, teacher, professor, practioner, trainer, and facilitator who seeks to learn, understand, and advance difficult dialogues about issues of race in classrooms, workplaces, and boardrooms. It is a book of empowerment for activists, allies, or advocates who want to be instruments of change and to help move America from silence and inaction to discussion, engagement, and action on issues of difference and diversity. Integrating real life examples of difficult dialogues that incorporate the range of human emotions, Sue provides a masterful illustration of the complexities of dialogues about race in America. More importantly, he provides a toolkit for those who seek to undertake the courageous journey of understanding and facilitating difficult conversations about race." —Menah Pratt-Clarke, JD, PhD, Associate Provost for Diversity, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119241987
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Turn Uncomfortable Conversations into Meaningful Dialogue If you believe that talking about race is impolite, or that "colorblindness" is the preferred approach, you must read this book. Race Talk and the Conspiracy of Silence debunks the most pervasive myths using evidence, easy-to-understand examples, and practical tools. This significant work answers all your questions about discussing race by covering: Characteristics of typical, unproductive conversations on race Tacit and explicit social rules related to talking about racial issues Race-specific difficulties and misconceptions regarding race talk Concrete advice for educators and parents on approaching race in a new way "His insistence on the need to press through resistance to have difficult conversations about race is a helpful corrective for a society that prefers to remain silent about these issues." —Christopher Wells, Vice President for Student Life at DePauw University "In a Canadian context, the work of Dr. Derald Wing Sue in Race Talk: and the Conspiracy of Silence is the type of material needed to engage a populace that is often described as 'Too Polite.' The accessible material lets individuals engage in difficult conversations about race and racism in ways that make the uncomfortable topics less threatening, resulting in a true 'dialogue' rather than a debate." —Darrell Bowden, M Ed. Education and Awareness Coordinator, Ryerson University "He offers those of us who work in the Diversity and Inclusion space practical tools for generating productive dialogues that transcend the limiting constraints of assumptions about race and identity." —Rania Sanford, Ed.D. Associate Chancellor for Strategic Affairs and Diversity, Stanford University "Sue's book is a must-read for any parent, teacher, professor, practioner, trainer, and facilitator who seeks to learn, understand, and advance difficult dialogues about issues of race in classrooms, workplaces, and boardrooms. It is a book of empowerment for activists, allies, or advocates who want to be instruments of change and to help move America from silence and inaction to discussion, engagement, and action on issues of difference and diversity. Integrating real life examples of difficult dialogues that incorporate the range of human emotions, Sue provides a masterful illustration of the complexities of dialogues about race in America. More importantly, he provides a toolkit for those who seek to undertake the courageous journey of understanding and facilitating difficult conversations about race." —Menah Pratt-Clarke, JD, PhD, Associate Provost for Diversity, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Wings of the Wicked
Author: Courtney Allison Moulton
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 006210215X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Life as the Preliator is harder than Ellie ever imagined. Balancing real life with the responsibility of being Heaven's warrior is a challenge for Ellie. Her relationship with Will has become all business, though they both long for each other. And now that the secret of who she really is has come out, so have Hell's strongest reapers. Grown bold and more vicious, the demonic threaten her in the light of day and stalk her in the night. She's been warned. Cadan, a demonic reaper, comes to her with information about Bastian's new plan to destroy Ellie's soul and use an ancient relic to wake all the souls of the damned and unleash them upon humanity. As she fights to stay ahead of Bastian's schemes, the revelations about those closest to her awaken a dark power within Ellie that threatens to destroy everything—including herself. She'll be betrayed. Treachery comes even from those whom she loves, and Ellie is broken by the deaths of those who stood beside her in this Heavenly war. Still, she must find a way to save the world, herself, and her love for Will. If she fails, there will be Hell to pay.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 006210215X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Life as the Preliator is harder than Ellie ever imagined. Balancing real life with the responsibility of being Heaven's warrior is a challenge for Ellie. Her relationship with Will has become all business, though they both long for each other. And now that the secret of who she really is has come out, so have Hell's strongest reapers. Grown bold and more vicious, the demonic threaten her in the light of day and stalk her in the night. She's been warned. Cadan, a demonic reaper, comes to her with information about Bastian's new plan to destroy Ellie's soul and use an ancient relic to wake all the souls of the damned and unleash them upon humanity. As she fights to stay ahead of Bastian's schemes, the revelations about those closest to her awaken a dark power within Ellie that threatens to destroy everything—including herself. She'll be betrayed. Treachery comes even from those whom she loves, and Ellie is broken by the deaths of those who stood beside her in this Heavenly war. Still, she must find a way to save the world, herself, and her love for Will. If she fails, there will be Hell to pay.
Silence Is Goldfish
Author: Annabel Pitcher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316370746
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
My name is Tess Turner--at least, that's what I've always been told. I have a voice but it isn't mine. It used to say things so I'd fit in, to please my parents, to please my teachers. It used to tell the universe I was something I wasn't. It lied. It never occurred to me that everyone else was lying too. Fifteen-year-old Tess doesn't mean to become mute. At first, she's just too shocked to speak. And who wouldn't be? Discovering your whole life has been a lie because your dad isn't your real father is a pretty big deal. Terrified of the truth, Tess retreats into silence. Reeling from her family's betrayal, Tess sets out to discover the identity of her real father. He could be anyone--even the familiar-looking teacher at her school. Tess continues to investigate, uncovering a secret that could ruin multiple lives. It all may be too much for Tess to handle, but how can she ask for help when she's forgotten how to use her voice? In a brilliant study of identity, betrayal, and complex family dynamics, award-winning author Annabel Pitcher explores the importance of communication, even when we're faced with unspeakable truths.
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316370746
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
My name is Tess Turner--at least, that's what I've always been told. I have a voice but it isn't mine. It used to say things so I'd fit in, to please my parents, to please my teachers. It used to tell the universe I was something I wasn't. It lied. It never occurred to me that everyone else was lying too. Fifteen-year-old Tess doesn't mean to become mute. At first, she's just too shocked to speak. And who wouldn't be? Discovering your whole life has been a lie because your dad isn't your real father is a pretty big deal. Terrified of the truth, Tess retreats into silence. Reeling from her family's betrayal, Tess sets out to discover the identity of her real father. He could be anyone--even the familiar-looking teacher at her school. Tess continues to investigate, uncovering a secret that could ruin multiple lives. It all may be too much for Tess to handle, but how can she ask for help when she's forgotten how to use her voice? In a brilliant study of identity, betrayal, and complex family dynamics, award-winning author Annabel Pitcher explores the importance of communication, even when we're faced with unspeakable truths.
Hush, Hush
Author: Becca Fitzpatrick
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416989420
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Sixteen-year old Nora finds forbidden love with a fallen angel, the New York Times Bestseller, now in paperback!
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416989420
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Sixteen-year old Nora finds forbidden love with a fallen angel, the New York Times Bestseller, now in paperback!
The Crown of Silence
Author: Storm Constantine
Publisher: Tor Books
ISBN: 1429972335
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 436
Book Description
When Shan was fifteen years old, dark soldiers came out of the west, like a cloud of evil boiling over the soft hills of his homeland. They commanded terrible beasts, which killed with hook claws like scythes and cold eyes that dripped icy fire. The soldiers wore helmets that looked like fiends, tusked and snarling and sneering. The terrible consequences of war have left the boy Shan wounded in body and mind by the invading army of Magravandias. He's taken from his devastated village by the magus Taropat, chosen by the master's mysterious impulse to become the wizard's pupil, and a weapon against the invading empire. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Tor Books
ISBN: 1429972335
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 436
Book Description
When Shan was fifteen years old, dark soldiers came out of the west, like a cloud of evil boiling over the soft hills of his homeland. They commanded terrible beasts, which killed with hook claws like scythes and cold eyes that dripped icy fire. The soldiers wore helmets that looked like fiends, tusked and snarling and sneering. The terrible consequences of war have left the boy Shan wounded in body and mind by the invading army of Magravandias. He's taken from his devastated village by the magus Taropat, chosen by the master's mysterious impulse to become the wizard's pupil, and a weapon against the invading empire. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
On Wings of Silence
Author: Dede Fox
Publisher: Lamar University Press
ISBN: 9781942956679
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
This is a novel in verse, a tale in first person told by a 17-year-old Texas woman, Diana, who goes to Mexico. She arrives during the revolutionary chaos prior to the 1968 Olympics. This is a tale of adventure and romance during the dangerous Tlatelolco Massacre.
Publisher: Lamar University Press
ISBN: 9781942956679
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
This is a novel in verse, a tale in first person told by a 17-year-old Texas woman, Diana, who goes to Mexico. She arrives during the revolutionary chaos prior to the 1968 Olympics. This is a tale of adventure and romance during the dangerous Tlatelolco Massacre.
Silence
Author: Becca Fitzpatrick
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442426659
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
After having overcome tremendous challenges to save a love that transcends the boundary between heaven and earth, Nora and Patch must face an adversary with the power to destroy all that they have worked for.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442426659
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
After having overcome tremendous challenges to save a love that transcends the boundary between heaven and earth, Nora and Patch must face an adversary with the power to destroy all that they have worked for.
I Just Lately Started Buying Wings
Author: Kim Dana Kupperman
Publisher: Graywolf Press
ISBN: 1555970087
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
I Just Lately Started Buying Wings is a finely crafted debut, winner of the 2009 Bakeless Nonfiction Prize Kim Dana Kupperman's essays plumb the emotional and spiritual depths of a transitory life. Her episodic "missives" cover territory from the chaos of a frenetic childhood to love affairs, failed and otherwise, to the Chernobyl nuclear accident, to an ocean-crossing search for her Eastern European roots. In confident, lyrical prose, Kupperman leads the reader through a winding gallery—a collection of still lifes and portraits, landscapes of loneliness and love.
Publisher: Graywolf Press
ISBN: 1555970087
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
I Just Lately Started Buying Wings is a finely crafted debut, winner of the 2009 Bakeless Nonfiction Prize Kim Dana Kupperman's essays plumb the emotional and spiritual depths of a transitory life. Her episodic "missives" cover territory from the chaos of a frenetic childhood to love affairs, failed and otherwise, to the Chernobyl nuclear accident, to an ocean-crossing search for her Eastern European roots. In confident, lyrical prose, Kupperman leads the reader through a winding gallery—a collection of still lifes and portraits, landscapes of loneliness and love.