Author: Gail Lukasik
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 151072415X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
White Like Her: My Family’s Story of Race and Racial Passing is the story of Gail Lukasik’s mother’s “passing,” Gail’s struggle with the shame of her mother’s choice, and her subsequent journey of self-discovery and redemption. In the historical context of the Jim Crow South, Gail explores her mother’s decision to pass, how she hid her secret even from her own husband, and the price she paid for choosing whiteness. Haunted by her mother’s fear and shame, Gail embarks on a quest to uncover her mother’s racial lineage, tracing her family back to eighteenth-century colonial Louisiana. In coming to terms with her decision to publicly out her mother, Gail changed how she looks at race and heritage. With a foreword written by Kenyatta Berry, host of PBS's Genealogy Roadshow, this unique and fascinating story of coming to terms with oneself breaks down barriers.
White Like Her
Author: Gail Lukasik
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 151072415X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
White Like Her: My Family’s Story of Race and Racial Passing is the story of Gail Lukasik’s mother’s “passing,” Gail’s struggle with the shame of her mother’s choice, and her subsequent journey of self-discovery and redemption. In the historical context of the Jim Crow South, Gail explores her mother’s decision to pass, how she hid her secret even from her own husband, and the price she paid for choosing whiteness. Haunted by her mother’s fear and shame, Gail embarks on a quest to uncover her mother’s racial lineage, tracing her family back to eighteenth-century colonial Louisiana. In coming to terms with her decision to publicly out her mother, Gail changed how she looks at race and heritage. With a foreword written by Kenyatta Berry, host of PBS's Genealogy Roadshow, this unique and fascinating story of coming to terms with oneself breaks down barriers.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 151072415X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
White Like Her: My Family’s Story of Race and Racial Passing is the story of Gail Lukasik’s mother’s “passing,” Gail’s struggle with the shame of her mother’s choice, and her subsequent journey of self-discovery and redemption. In the historical context of the Jim Crow South, Gail explores her mother’s decision to pass, how she hid her secret even from her own husband, and the price she paid for choosing whiteness. Haunted by her mother’s fear and shame, Gail embarks on a quest to uncover her mother’s racial lineage, tracing her family back to eighteenth-century colonial Louisiana. In coming to terms with her decision to publicly out her mother, Gail changed how she looks at race and heritage. With a foreword written by Kenyatta Berry, host of PBS's Genealogy Roadshow, this unique and fascinating story of coming to terms with oneself breaks down barriers.
The Color Purple
Author: Alice Walker
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780151191543
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Set in the period between the world wars, this novel tells of two sisters, their trials, and their survival.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780151191543
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Set in the period between the world wars, this novel tells of two sisters, their trials, and their survival.
The Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781846865725
Category : Audiobooks
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Entertaining folk and fairy tales from around the world focus on girls who learn from their mothers to face life with a spirit of adventure, kindness, and courage. This book brings together mother and daughter tales from all over the world. Each of the stories has a distinctive theme and flavour, but all of them share a way of looking at the feminine that embraces both dark and light, good and evil, showing us that the path to maturity requires learning how to deal with all aspects of life, and living wholeheartedly, with courage, generosity, and openness to change. The heroines of these stories include familiar figures such as "Demeter and Persephone," from ancient Greece; "Vasilisa the Beautiful," from Russia; and "Naomi and Ruth," from the Jewish tradition. There are also less familiar tales, among them "The Waterfall of White Hair," from China; "Great Mother Earthquake," from the Iroquois; and "The Girl and Her Godmother," from Norway. All of the stories deal with themes that challenge and guide us on many levels: the death of a beloved parent, the jealousy of a stepmother, the necessary hardship that often attends the passage to mature womanhood. At the same time, they show us how joy can arrive at the most unexpected moments, and how courage and adventure can fill every girl's life. Drawing on the collective wisdom of many generations, this is a book for mothers and daughters of today to share and to celebrate both together and as individuals weaving the story of their own lives. AUTHOR: Josephine Evetts-Secker teaches English Literature at The University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. A practising Jungian analyst, she has made a study of the feminine in folk and fairy tale from both a literary and a psychological perspective for many years. The Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales is her first book for children. Helen Cann was born in 1969. She trained at the School of Art, University of Wales, graduating in 1992. Since then, she has worked as an illustrator and artist, exhibiting in several European countries. Her work is in private collections in Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, The United Kingdom and The United States Ages 6+ REVIEWS: "This beautiful book is a treat for the eyes and the soul." --The Story Bag National 80 full colour illustrations Double CD
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781846865725
Category : Audiobooks
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Entertaining folk and fairy tales from around the world focus on girls who learn from their mothers to face life with a spirit of adventure, kindness, and courage. This book brings together mother and daughter tales from all over the world. Each of the stories has a distinctive theme and flavour, but all of them share a way of looking at the feminine that embraces both dark and light, good and evil, showing us that the path to maturity requires learning how to deal with all aspects of life, and living wholeheartedly, with courage, generosity, and openness to change. The heroines of these stories include familiar figures such as "Demeter and Persephone," from ancient Greece; "Vasilisa the Beautiful," from Russia; and "Naomi and Ruth," from the Jewish tradition. There are also less familiar tales, among them "The Waterfall of White Hair," from China; "Great Mother Earthquake," from the Iroquois; and "The Girl and Her Godmother," from Norway. All of the stories deal with themes that challenge and guide us on many levels: the death of a beloved parent, the jealousy of a stepmother, the necessary hardship that often attends the passage to mature womanhood. At the same time, they show us how joy can arrive at the most unexpected moments, and how courage and adventure can fill every girl's life. Drawing on the collective wisdom of many generations, this is a book for mothers and daughters of today to share and to celebrate both together and as individuals weaving the story of their own lives. AUTHOR: Josephine Evetts-Secker teaches English Literature at The University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. A practising Jungian analyst, she has made a study of the feminine in folk and fairy tale from both a literary and a psychological perspective for many years. The Barefoot Book of Mother & Daughter Tales is her first book for children. Helen Cann was born in 1969. She trained at the School of Art, University of Wales, graduating in 1992. Since then, she has worked as an illustrator and artist, exhibiting in several European countries. Her work is in private collections in Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, The United Kingdom and The United States Ages 6+ REVIEWS: "This beautiful book is a treat for the eyes and the soul." --The Story Bag National 80 full colour illustrations Double CD
Color with Me, Grandma!
Author: Jasmine Narayan
Publisher: A Side-by-Side Book
ISBN: 1631063065
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
Breakout the pens, markers, and colored pencils, with Color with Me, Grandma! you can color side by side with your grandchild and create a beautiful scene together. Grandmas have been coloring with their grandkids since the dawn of crayons, but never before has a coloring book been made specifically for this purpose! In the stunningly beautiful and innovative Color with Me, Grandma!, you will color side by side with your grandchild; you take one page, and your grandchild gets the opposite page. Featuring fifty incredible artworks divided into kid-friendly chapters, such as Imagination, Fun, and Relationships, artist Hannah Davies has created a whimsical coloring journey that grandmas and kids will love to color... together! With advice from the popular family therapist Jasmine Narayan Psy.D., you can learn the best ways to connect with your grandchild through coloring, conversation starters for kids who don't easily share their feelings, and how to keep the conversation going. Quality time counts, and this is the perfect book for grandmothers (or moms) who love to color and spend time with their kids.
Publisher: A Side-by-Side Book
ISBN: 1631063065
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
Breakout the pens, markers, and colored pencils, with Color with Me, Grandma! you can color side by side with your grandchild and create a beautiful scene together. Grandmas have been coloring with their grandkids since the dawn of crayons, but never before has a coloring book been made specifically for this purpose! In the stunningly beautiful and innovative Color with Me, Grandma!, you will color side by side with your grandchild; you take one page, and your grandchild gets the opposite page. Featuring fifty incredible artworks divided into kid-friendly chapters, such as Imagination, Fun, and Relationships, artist Hannah Davies has created a whimsical coloring journey that grandmas and kids will love to color... together! With advice from the popular family therapist Jasmine Narayan Psy.D., you can learn the best ways to connect with your grandchild through coloring, conversation starters for kids who don't easily share their feelings, and how to keep the conversation going. Quality time counts, and this is the perfect book for grandmothers (or moms) who love to color and spend time with their kids.
Footprints For Mothers And Daughters
Author: Margaret Fishback Powers
Publisher: HarperCollins Canada
ISBN: 1443405620
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
For more than four decades, “Footprints” has touched millions of people around the world. Now, Margaret Fishback Powers, the author of that beloved poem, has compiled stories and sayings that celebrate the special bond between mothers and daughters. She includes the touching story of a young girl’s last visit with her grandmother; moving tales of motherly love, sacrifice and quiet strength; remembrances of a rural childhood; deeply honest pieces about challenges and concerns; and stories that will bring a smile to your face. Throughout Footprints for Mothers and Daughters, there are inspiring and humorous quotations from famous and not-so- famous moms -- and even treasured family recipes that have been handed down from mother to daughter. A number of the stories are by Margaret Fishback Powers herself, from her perspective as a mom and a daughter, a grandmother and a granddaughter. Footprints for Mothers and Daughters is an uplifting treasury and a perfect gift for women of all ages.
Publisher: HarperCollins Canada
ISBN: 1443405620
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
For more than four decades, “Footprints” has touched millions of people around the world. Now, Margaret Fishback Powers, the author of that beloved poem, has compiled stories and sayings that celebrate the special bond between mothers and daughters. She includes the touching story of a young girl’s last visit with her grandmother; moving tales of motherly love, sacrifice and quiet strength; remembrances of a rural childhood; deeply honest pieces about challenges and concerns; and stories that will bring a smile to your face. Throughout Footprints for Mothers and Daughters, there are inspiring and humorous quotations from famous and not-so- famous moms -- and even treasured family recipes that have been handed down from mother to daughter. A number of the stories are by Margaret Fishback Powers herself, from her perspective as a mom and a daughter, a grandmother and a granddaughter. Footprints for Mothers and Daughters is an uplifting treasury and a perfect gift for women of all ages.
One Heart
Author: Marina Gioti
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781983594953
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
The minute our children are born they steal our hearts forever. A book about the unique bond between mothers and daughters.The idea for this book came from a letter I wrote to my daughter when she was only two years old. As the relationship between a mother and a daughter often goes through hell and high water at around about the time of adolescence, I wanted her to remember that, no matter what, I would always be there beside her, her guardian angel, her greatest supporter."One Heart" is dedicated to the long sequence of women who alternate in the role of mother and daughter. It is a book about everything we would like to say to our daughters and to our mothers but often put off for another time, a time that never comes...
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781983594953
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
The minute our children are born they steal our hearts forever. A book about the unique bond between mothers and daughters.The idea for this book came from a letter I wrote to my daughter when she was only two years old. As the relationship between a mother and a daughter often goes through hell and high water at around about the time of adolescence, I wanted her to remember that, no matter what, I would always be there beside her, her guardian angel, her greatest supporter."One Heart" is dedicated to the long sequence of women who alternate in the role of mother and daughter. It is a book about everything we would like to say to our daughters and to our mothers but often put off for another time, a time that never comes...
The Fairy Books of All Colours - Complete Series: Books 1-12 (Illustrated Edition)
Author: Andrew Lang
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 3370
Book Description
Andrew Lang's 'The Fairy Books of All Colours - Complete Series: Books 1-12' is a timeless collection of fairy tales from around the world, beautifully presented in an illustrated edition. Lang's literary style combines vivid storytelling with scholarly analysis, making this series both entertaining and educational for readers of all ages. Each book in the series is carefully curated to include a diverse selection of tales, showcasing the rich tapestry of global folklore. The fairy tales are not only fascinating stories but also provide insights into the cultural beliefs and values of different societies. Lang's meticulous attention to detail and dedication to preserving these tales have secured this series as a classic in the world of fairy tale literature. Andrew Lang, a Scottish writer and folklorist, was renowned for his extensive contributions to the field of folklore studies. His passion for collecting and retelling fairy tales inspired the creation of 'The Fairy Books of All Colours' series, which remains a landmark in the genre. Lang's deep understanding and appreciation for the power of storytelling are evident in this comprehensive collection, showcasing his dedication to preserving cultural heritage through literature. I highly recommend 'The Fairy Books of All Colours - Complete Series: Books 1-12' to anyone seeking a captivating and enriching exploration of fairy tales from around the world.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 3370
Book Description
Andrew Lang's 'The Fairy Books of All Colours - Complete Series: Books 1-12' is a timeless collection of fairy tales from around the world, beautifully presented in an illustrated edition. Lang's literary style combines vivid storytelling with scholarly analysis, making this series both entertaining and educational for readers of all ages. Each book in the series is carefully curated to include a diverse selection of tales, showcasing the rich tapestry of global folklore. The fairy tales are not only fascinating stories but also provide insights into the cultural beliefs and values of different societies. Lang's meticulous attention to detail and dedication to preserving these tales have secured this series as a classic in the world of fairy tale literature. Andrew Lang, a Scottish writer and folklorist, was renowned for his extensive contributions to the field of folklore studies. His passion for collecting and retelling fairy tales inspired the creation of 'The Fairy Books of All Colours' series, which remains a landmark in the genre. Lang's deep understanding and appreciation for the power of storytelling are evident in this comprehensive collection, showcasing his dedication to preserving cultural heritage through literature. I highly recommend 'The Fairy Books of All Colours - Complete Series: Books 1-12' to anyone seeking a captivating and enriching exploration of fairy tales from around the world.
The Colors of Us
Author: Karen Katz
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
ISBN: 1250811155
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 19
Book Description
A positive and affirming look at skin color, from an artist's perspective. Seven-year-old Lena is going to paint a picture of herself. She wants to use brown paint for her skin. But when she and her mother take a walk through the neighborhood, Lena learns that brown comes in many different shades. Through the eyes of a little girl who begins to see her familiar world in a new way, this book celebrates the differences and similarities that connect all people. Karen Katz created The Colors of Us for her daughter, Lena, whom she and her husband adopted from Guatemala six years ago.
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
ISBN: 1250811155
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 19
Book Description
A positive and affirming look at skin color, from an artist's perspective. Seven-year-old Lena is going to paint a picture of herself. She wants to use brown paint for her skin. But when she and her mother take a walk through the neighborhood, Lena learns that brown comes in many different shades. Through the eyes of a little girl who begins to see her familiar world in a new way, this book celebrates the differences and similarities that connect all people. Karen Katz created The Colors of Us for her daughter, Lena, whom she and her husband adopted from Guatemala six years ago.
The Sneetches and Other Stories
Author: Dr. Seuss
Publisher: RH Childrens Books
ISBN: 0385373600
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
An iconic collection of original stories from Dr. Seuss that includes the official versions of "The Sneetches," "The Zax," "Too Many Daves," and "What Was I Scared Of?" This is a beloved classic that deserves a place in every child’s library—from the bestselling author of Horton Hears a Who!, The Lorax, and Oh, the Places You’ll Go! The Sneetches got really quite smart on that day, The day they decided that Sneetches are Sneetches And no kind of Sneetch is the best on the beaches. The original collection includes the only complete versions of the following entertaining and insightful tales: "The Sneetches": The Star-Belly Sneetches and the Plain-Belly Sneetches learn to overcome their differences. "The Zax": When a North-Going Zax encounters a South-Going Zax traveling in the opposite direction, will their refusal to budge keep them both from going anywhere? "Too Many Daves": A mother who names all twenty-three of her sons “Dave” learns too late that a little individuality is a good thing! "What Was I Scared Of?": This delightfully silly story about a spooky pair of empty green pants delivers an important message about fear and tolerance. In these four timeless stories, Dr. Seuss challenges the assumption that we need to look the same or behave the same to find common ground. Filled with Dr. Seuss's signature rhymes and lively humor, this classic story collection is a must-have for readers of all ages, and is ideal for sparking discussions about tolerance, diversity, and acceptance.
Publisher: RH Childrens Books
ISBN: 0385373600
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
An iconic collection of original stories from Dr. Seuss that includes the official versions of "The Sneetches," "The Zax," "Too Many Daves," and "What Was I Scared Of?" This is a beloved classic that deserves a place in every child’s library—from the bestselling author of Horton Hears a Who!, The Lorax, and Oh, the Places You’ll Go! The Sneetches got really quite smart on that day, The day they decided that Sneetches are Sneetches And no kind of Sneetch is the best on the beaches. The original collection includes the only complete versions of the following entertaining and insightful tales: "The Sneetches": The Star-Belly Sneetches and the Plain-Belly Sneetches learn to overcome their differences. "The Zax": When a North-Going Zax encounters a South-Going Zax traveling in the opposite direction, will their refusal to budge keep them both from going anywhere? "Too Many Daves": A mother who names all twenty-three of her sons “Dave” learns too late that a little individuality is a good thing! "What Was I Scared Of?": This delightfully silly story about a spooky pair of empty green pants delivers an important message about fear and tolerance. In these four timeless stories, Dr. Seuss challenges the assumption that we need to look the same or behave the same to find common ground. Filled with Dr. Seuss's signature rhymes and lively humor, this classic story collection is a must-have for readers of all ages, and is ideal for sparking discussions about tolerance, diversity, and acceptance.
Colours of My Life
Author: Roslyn Basserabie
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 198459463X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
The journey of our lives is made up of chapters, as in a book. Each one contains stories, lessons, joy, pain, positive and negative, gains, losses, successes and failures. Sometimes we learn from one chapter, to build onto another. Sometimes we don’t. Regret factors itself in, as does pride and satisfaction. We ourselves, are the protagonists in our stories. In some cases, we are victims and in others we are heroes. Some chapters are better than others, but all of them, whether longer or shorter, are unique to us. Yes! We have been given our own books to write. We start them soon after birth. Our primary caregivers and nurturers play a massive role in their composition. From this platform, our chapters are constructed in tandem with our genetic inheritance. We build our chapters day by day, page by page. Some of the books that are created are bleak and others are bright. The ‘bestsellers’ are not necessarily those constructed with inspiration and example.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 198459463X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
The journey of our lives is made up of chapters, as in a book. Each one contains stories, lessons, joy, pain, positive and negative, gains, losses, successes and failures. Sometimes we learn from one chapter, to build onto another. Sometimes we don’t. Regret factors itself in, as does pride and satisfaction. We ourselves, are the protagonists in our stories. In some cases, we are victims and in others we are heroes. Some chapters are better than others, but all of them, whether longer or shorter, are unique to us. Yes! We have been given our own books to write. We start them soon after birth. Our primary caregivers and nurturers play a massive role in their composition. From this platform, our chapters are constructed in tandem with our genetic inheritance. We build our chapters day by day, page by page. Some of the books that are created are bleak and others are bright. The ‘bestsellers’ are not necessarily those constructed with inspiration and example.