Author: Amani Willett
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781999446871
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"A multi-layered visual work exploring the Black experience of driving in America. Challenging preconceived ideals of the classic road trip, this thought-provoking book layers pages from the historical Negro Motorist Green Book with found images, pictures from the family archives, and new photographs. It questions how long the road will continue to be a site of violence and oppression for Black people in American society." --
A Parallel Road
Author: Amani Willett
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781999446871
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"A multi-layered visual work exploring the Black experience of driving in America. Challenging preconceived ideals of the classic road trip, this thought-provoking book layers pages from the historical Negro Motorist Green Book with found images, pictures from the family archives, and new photographs. It questions how long the road will continue to be a site of violence and oppression for Black people in American society." --
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781999446871
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"A multi-layered visual work exploring the Black experience of driving in America. Challenging preconceived ideals of the classic road trip, this thought-provoking book layers pages from the historical Negro Motorist Green Book with found images, pictures from the family archives, and new photographs. It questions how long the road will continue to be a site of violence and oppression for Black people in American society." --
An Infinite Number of Parallel Universes
Author: Randy Ribay
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440588155
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
Four friends from wildly different backgrounds have bonded over Dungeons & Dragons since the sixth grade. Now they're facing senior year and a major shift in their own universes. Math whiz Archie is struggling with his parents' divorce after his dad comes out as gay. Mari is terrified of her adoptive mother's life-altering news. Dante is carrying around a huge secret that is proving impossible to keep hidden. And when Sam gets dumped by the love of his life, everyone is ready to join him on a cross-country quest to win her back. The four quickly discover that the road is not forgiving, and that real life is no game. They must face a test of friendship where the stakes are more than just a roll of the dice--they are life and death.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440588155
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
Four friends from wildly different backgrounds have bonded over Dungeons & Dragons since the sixth grade. Now they're facing senior year and a major shift in their own universes. Math whiz Archie is struggling with his parents' divorce after his dad comes out as gay. Mari is terrified of her adoptive mother's life-altering news. Dante is carrying around a huge secret that is proving impossible to keep hidden. And when Sam gets dumped by the love of his life, everyone is ready to join him on a cross-country quest to win her back. The four quickly discover that the road is not forgiving, and that real life is no game. They must face a test of friendship where the stakes are more than just a roll of the dice--they are life and death.
The 53rd Parallel
Author: Carl Nordgren
Publisher: Light Messages Publishing
ISBN: 1611530776
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
In his evocative debut novel Carl Nordgren weaves an ambitious tale about the power of dreams, the hope of new beginnings, and the dangers of ghosts who haunt our past.In The 53rd Parallel, book one of the River of Lakes series, Brian Burke emigrates from 1950s West Ireland to the wilderness of Northwest Ontario with his partner Maureen O’Toole. He’s been exiled from his village, and she is running from her IRA past.The dreams of an Ojibway clan elder bring the Irish to the sacred place on the River, where they build The Great Lodge of Innish Cove. The dreams tell of a white man who will destroy the River and another who will protect it. While the Ojibway believe Brian and Maureen are the River’s guardians, Maureen’s IRA connections and the construction of a pulp mill upstream threaten to destroy the newly created Eden before it even begins.Under the watchful eye of a warrior spirit, the clan and their Irish companions risk all they love to protect the River and the promises it holds for their future. The fates of the two groups will intertwine as both seek to ward off the encroachment of the modern world.In The 53rd Parallel readers will find a rich tapestry that weaves together the literary influences of such giants as Peter Matthiessen, Ken Kesey, Jack London, and Ernest Hemingway (who briefly appears in Book 2 of the River of Lakes series).
Publisher: Light Messages Publishing
ISBN: 1611530776
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
In his evocative debut novel Carl Nordgren weaves an ambitious tale about the power of dreams, the hope of new beginnings, and the dangers of ghosts who haunt our past.In The 53rd Parallel, book one of the River of Lakes series, Brian Burke emigrates from 1950s West Ireland to the wilderness of Northwest Ontario with his partner Maureen O’Toole. He’s been exiled from his village, and she is running from her IRA past.The dreams of an Ojibway clan elder bring the Irish to the sacred place on the River, where they build The Great Lodge of Innish Cove. The dreams tell of a white man who will destroy the River and another who will protect it. While the Ojibway believe Brian and Maureen are the River’s guardians, Maureen’s IRA connections and the construction of a pulp mill upstream threaten to destroy the newly created Eden before it even begins.Under the watchful eye of a warrior spirit, the clan and their Irish companions risk all they love to protect the River and the promises it holds for their future. The fates of the two groups will intertwine as both seek to ward off the encroachment of the modern world.In The 53rd Parallel readers will find a rich tapestry that weaves together the literary influences of such giants as Peter Matthiessen, Ken Kesey, Jack London, and Ernest Hemingway (who briefly appears in Book 2 of the River of Lakes series).
Parallel Parking Is Easy (and Other Lies)
Author: Kristy Grant
Publisher: Bloom Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1646041593
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Give young drivers the keys they need to be safe and responsible behind the wheel with this essential guide for new drivers. You’ve got your license, and now you need the keys to great driving. Hit the road with the essential know-how, tips, and safety information for every new driver in Parallel Parking is Easy (And Other Lies). While some things about driving are no-brainers (red means stop), not every situation is always so clear. This driving guide is full of super-interesting facts that Driver’s Ed didn’t tell you, as well as preparation checklists, good etiquette when sharing a vehicle, and essential information to know when you’re stuck on the side of the road or wondering what that blinking light means on your dashboard. Inside you’ll find: - Key checklists for your vehicle in good weather and bad - Ways to safely manage distractions like texting and playlists - How to handle a breakdown and getting pulled over - Questions to ask before getting into gear - Real facts to right common driving myths Crack open this easy guide before you get rolling and keep it stored in your car for reference. Feel comfortable and confident in your new driving adventures with Parallel Parking is Easy (And Other Lies).
Publisher: Bloom Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1646041593
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Give young drivers the keys they need to be safe and responsible behind the wheel with this essential guide for new drivers. You’ve got your license, and now you need the keys to great driving. Hit the road with the essential know-how, tips, and safety information for every new driver in Parallel Parking is Easy (And Other Lies). While some things about driving are no-brainers (red means stop), not every situation is always so clear. This driving guide is full of super-interesting facts that Driver’s Ed didn’t tell you, as well as preparation checklists, good etiquette when sharing a vehicle, and essential information to know when you’re stuck on the side of the road or wondering what that blinking light means on your dashboard. Inside you’ll find: - Key checklists for your vehicle in good weather and bad - Ways to safely manage distractions like texting and playlists - How to handle a breakdown and getting pulled over - Questions to ask before getting into gear - Real facts to right common driving myths Crack open this easy guide before you get rolling and keep it stored in your car for reference. Feel comfortable and confident in your new driving adventures with Parallel Parking is Easy (And Other Lies).
Crossing the 49th Parallel
Author: Bruno Ramirez
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 1501729586
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
In the hundred years ending in 1930, an estimated 2.8 million Canadians moved south of the 49th Parallel and settled in the United States. The human and technical resources they brought made Canadian immigrants integral to the growth of New England, the Great Lakes region, and the west coast. Crossing the 49th Parallel is the first book to encompass that entire, continent-wide population shift. It brings Canadian migration to the center of both Canadian and U.S. history. Bruno Ramirez researches the contents of previously unused border records to bring to light the wide variety of local contexts and historical circumstances that led Canadian men, women, and children to cross the border and become key actors in the U.S. economy and society. Ramirez goes beyond these statistical data, consulting qualitative sources and case studies to reveal the motives and aspirations of individuals and family groups. The comparative perspective of Crossing the 49th Parallel allows Ramirez to explain the distinctive roles of French- and Anglo-Canadians in the immigrant movement. By shifting the viewpoint from a continental to a transatlantic one, Ramirez also unveils Canada's important role in international migration; it served as a temporary destination for many Europeans who subsequently remigrated to the United States.
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 1501729586
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
In the hundred years ending in 1930, an estimated 2.8 million Canadians moved south of the 49th Parallel and settled in the United States. The human and technical resources they brought made Canadian immigrants integral to the growth of New England, the Great Lakes region, and the west coast. Crossing the 49th Parallel is the first book to encompass that entire, continent-wide population shift. It brings Canadian migration to the center of both Canadian and U.S. history. Bruno Ramirez researches the contents of previously unused border records to bring to light the wide variety of local contexts and historical circumstances that led Canadian men, women, and children to cross the border and become key actors in the U.S. economy and society. Ramirez goes beyond these statistical data, consulting qualitative sources and case studies to reveal the motives and aspirations of individuals and family groups. The comparative perspective of Crossing the 49th Parallel allows Ramirez to explain the distinctive roles of French- and Anglo-Canadians in the immigrant movement. By shifting the viewpoint from a continental to a transatlantic one, Ramirez also unveils Canada's important role in international migration; it served as a temporary destination for many Europeans who subsequently remigrated to the United States.
Parallel Roads (Lost on Route 66)
Author: Dennis Higgins
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781523691791
Category : Time travel
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Time Travel the Mother Road When the spring of 1946 comes, severe depression causes Katherine Callahan to leave her loving husband and newborn baby to embark upon a journey across the famous Route 66 from Chicago to her sister's home in Burbank. She never arrives. Fast forward to the present, Kevin Callahan, Katherine's grandson, along with his best friend, Cheryl Bachman, traces Grandma Kate's steps along the now decommissioned road to uncover the mystery surrounding her disappearance. They are armed with only a handful of postcards from Katherine and a Victorian secret code involving postage stamps surrounding a mysterious man from her past. This, along with Cheryl's detective skills and an unusual, paranormal connection between Kevin and his grandmother transcends time itself, bringing them closer to the truth as Kevin and Cheryl find themselves back in 1946.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781523691791
Category : Time travel
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Time Travel the Mother Road When the spring of 1946 comes, severe depression causes Katherine Callahan to leave her loving husband and newborn baby to embark upon a journey across the famous Route 66 from Chicago to her sister's home in Burbank. She never arrives. Fast forward to the present, Kevin Callahan, Katherine's grandson, along with his best friend, Cheryl Bachman, traces Grandma Kate's steps along the now decommissioned road to uncover the mystery surrounding her disappearance. They are armed with only a handful of postcards from Katherine and a Victorian secret code involving postage stamps surrounding a mysterious man from her past. This, along with Cheryl's detective skills and an unusual, paranormal connection between Kevin and his grandmother transcends time itself, bringing them closer to the truth as Kevin and Cheryl find themselves back in 1946.
The Road to Infinity: A story of two parallel lines
Author: Priyasha Bagchi
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
When childhood friends Ryan and Myra meet after years, they realize how disillusioned and unhappy they are. Career slumps and burnouts compounded by unresolved internal conflicts had taken a toll. An epiphany urges them to make an impromptu trip to Norway on a shoestring budget, something which was on Myra’s bucket-list since she was a teenager. Together they undertake a journey that is initially fraught with emotional upheavals. Slowly, they shed their emotional baggage and discuss some of life’s big questions while rediscovering their own special bond. In the quest of finding meaning, the conundrum arises when Ryan and Myra must decide what ‘happily ever after’ means to them and whether they will have one…
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
When childhood friends Ryan and Myra meet after years, they realize how disillusioned and unhappy they are. Career slumps and burnouts compounded by unresolved internal conflicts had taken a toll. An epiphany urges them to make an impromptu trip to Norway on a shoestring budget, something which was on Myra’s bucket-list since she was a teenager. Together they undertake a journey that is initially fraught with emotional upheavals. Slowly, they shed their emotional baggage and discuss some of life’s big questions while rediscovering their own special bond. In the quest of finding meaning, the conundrum arises when Ryan and Myra must decide what ‘happily ever after’ means to them and whether they will have one…
Road to Nowhere
Author: Paris Marx
Publisher: Verso Books
ISBN: 1839765887
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
How to build a transportation system to provide mobility for all Road to Nowhere exposes the flaws in Silicon Valley’s vision of the future: ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft to take us anywhere; electric cars to make them ‘green’; and automation to ensure transport is cheap and ubiquitous. Such promises are implausible and potentially dangerous. As Paris Marx shows, these technological visions are a threat to our ideas of what a society should be. Electric cars are not a silver bullet for sustainability, and autonomous vehicles won’t guarantee road safety. There will not be underground tunnels to eliminate traffic congestion, and micromobility services will not replace car travel any sooner than we will see the arrival of the long-awaited flying car. In response, Marx offers a vision for a more collective way of organizing transportation systems that considers the needs of poor, marginalized, and vulnerable people. The book argues that rethinking mobility can be the first step in a broader reimagining of how we design and live in our future cities. We must create streets that allow for social interaction and conviviality. We need reasons to get out of our cars and to use public means of transit determined by community needs rather than algorithmic control. Such decisions should be guided by the search for quality of life rather than for profit.
Publisher: Verso Books
ISBN: 1839765887
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
How to build a transportation system to provide mobility for all Road to Nowhere exposes the flaws in Silicon Valley’s vision of the future: ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft to take us anywhere; electric cars to make them ‘green’; and automation to ensure transport is cheap and ubiquitous. Such promises are implausible and potentially dangerous. As Paris Marx shows, these technological visions are a threat to our ideas of what a society should be. Electric cars are not a silver bullet for sustainability, and autonomous vehicles won’t guarantee road safety. There will not be underground tunnels to eliminate traffic congestion, and micromobility services will not replace car travel any sooner than we will see the arrival of the long-awaited flying car. In response, Marx offers a vision for a more collective way of organizing transportation systems that considers the needs of poor, marginalized, and vulnerable people. The book argues that rethinking mobility can be the first step in a broader reimagining of how we design and live in our future cities. We must create streets that allow for social interaction and conviviality. We need reasons to get out of our cars and to use public means of transit determined by community needs rather than algorithmic control. Such decisions should be guided by the search for quality of life rather than for profit.
Good Roads
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cycling
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cycling
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
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Author: John Dos Passos
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1486
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1486
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