Author: Peter Lihou
Publisher: Acclaimed Books
ISBN: 9780956534200
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 247
Book Description
An historical novel set in the occupied Channel Islands during World War Two, then spanning nearly 30 years. 'Rachel's Shoe' tells the story of a young Jewish girl held captive by the Germans on the island of Alderney. She is rescued by a local teenage boy, Tom, who is himself evading the German soldiers. The story tells of her time in hiding on the tiny island of Herm, a dramatic escape to England and her subsequent return as a young woman when the islands are liberated after five years of occupation. Romance blossoms between Rachel and Tom as they put the war behind them and start a life together. But an unknown legacy emerges to threaten Rachel's life.
Rachel's Shoe
Author: Peter Lihou
Publisher: Acclaimed Books
ISBN: 9780956534200
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 247
Book Description
An historical novel set in the occupied Channel Islands during World War Two, then spanning nearly 30 years. 'Rachel's Shoe' tells the story of a young Jewish girl held captive by the Germans on the island of Alderney. She is rescued by a local teenage boy, Tom, who is himself evading the German soldiers. The story tells of her time in hiding on the tiny island of Herm, a dramatic escape to England and her subsequent return as a young woman when the islands are liberated after five years of occupation. Romance blossoms between Rachel and Tom as they put the war behind them and start a life together. But an unknown legacy emerges to threaten Rachel's life.
Publisher: Acclaimed Books
ISBN: 9780956534200
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 247
Book Description
An historical novel set in the occupied Channel Islands during World War Two, then spanning nearly 30 years. 'Rachel's Shoe' tells the story of a young Jewish girl held captive by the Germans on the island of Alderney. She is rescued by a local teenage boy, Tom, who is himself evading the German soldiers. The story tells of her time in hiding on the tiny island of Herm, a dramatic escape to England and her subsequent return as a young woman when the islands are liberated after five years of occupation. Romance blossoms between Rachel and Tom as they put the war behind them and start a life together. But an unknown legacy emerges to threaten Rachel's life.
Rachel Smiles
Author: Darrell Scott
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 9780785296881
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Darrell Scott shares the stories of children, teens, and adults who have been touched by the legacy of his daughter and are now, in turn, impacting the world.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 9780785296881
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Darrell Scott shares the stories of children, teens, and adults who have been touched by the legacy of his daughter and are now, in turn, impacting the world.
Rachel and Her Children
Author: Jonathan Kozol
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307764192
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
"Extraordinarily affecting....A very important book....To read and remember the stories in this book, to take them to heart, is to be called as a witness." THE BOSTON GLOBE There is no safety net for the millions of heartbroken refugees from the American Dream, scattered helplessly in any city you can name. RACHEL AND HER CHILDREN is an unforgettable record for humanity, of the desperate voices of the men, women, and especially children, and their hourly struggle for survival, homeless in America.
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307764192
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
"Extraordinarily affecting....A very important book....To read and remember the stories in this book, to take them to heart, is to be called as a witness." THE BOSTON GLOBE There is no safety net for the millions of heartbroken refugees from the American Dream, scattered helplessly in any city you can name. RACHEL AND HER CHILDREN is an unforgettable record for humanity, of the desperate voices of the men, women, and especially children, and their hourly struggle for survival, homeless in America.
Rachel's Story
Author: Andy Glynne
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1515854760
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
This is the real-life story of Eurasian refugee Rachel, who was forced to flee her home country because of her mother's religion. Told in Rachel's own words, the story describes the feelings of fear and anxiety immigrant children face as they try to rebuild their lives in a new country.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1515854760
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
This is the real-life story of Eurasian refugee Rachel, who was forced to flee her home country because of her mother's religion. Told in Rachel's own words, the story describes the feelings of fear and anxiety immigrant children face as they try to rebuild their lives in a new country.
The Channel Islands
Author:
Publisher: PediaPress
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
Publisher: PediaPress
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
The Elements of Moral Philosophy
Author: James Rachels
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780877224051
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
Socrates said that moral philosophy deals with 'no small matter, but how we ought to live'. Beginning with a minimum conception of what morality is, the author offers discussions of the most important ethical theories. He includes treatments of such topics as cultural relativism, ethical subjectivism, psychological egoism, and ethical egoism.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780877224051
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 169
Book Description
Socrates said that moral philosophy deals with 'no small matter, but how we ought to live'. Beginning with a minimum conception of what morality is, the author offers discussions of the most important ethical theories. He includes treatments of such topics as cultural relativism, ethical subjectivism, psychological egoism, and ethical egoism.
Rachel's Holiday
Author: Marian Keyes
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141909811
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
A MUST-READ FOR FANS OLD AND NEW, REDISCOVER THE FUNNY AND HEARTWARMING 1.5 MILLION COPY, NO. 1 BESTSELLING PHENOMENON 'Fleet-footed, bracingly honest, funny, sexy, heart-breaking' JOJO MOYES 'A huge international phenomenon' BBC RADIO 4 BOOKCLUB 'Irresistible. Pitch-perfect, bitingly funny' DAISY BUCHANAN 'The voice of a generation' DAILY MIRROR 'Extraordinary' IAN RANKIN 'A true modern classic' NINA STIBBE FEATURING INTRODUCTIONS FROM LISA TADDEO, DAVID NICHOLLS, NINA STIBBE AND MORE ___________ Meet Rachel Walsh. She's been living it up in New York City, spending her nights talking her way into glamorous parties before heading home in the early hours to her adoring boyfriend, Luke. But her sensible older sister showing up and sending her off to actual rehab wasn't quite part of her plan. She's only agreed to her incarceration because she's heard that rehab is wall-to-wall jacuzzis, spa treatments and celebrities going cold turkey - plus it's about time she had a holiday. Saying goodbye to fun and freedom will be hard - and losing the man who might just be the love of her life will be even harder. But will hitting rock bottom help Rachel learn to love herself, at last? _________ Find out what's next for Rachel in the deliciously dark and fantastically funny sequel Again, Rachel - AVAILABLE NOW ***THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS AUTHOR OF THE YEAR 2022*** FAMOUS FANS AND WHY THEY LOVE RACHEL'S HOLIDAY 'Marian's writing is the truth. With big laughs' Dawn French 'A giant of Irish writing' Naoise Dolan 'Will make you laugh and make you cry, but will also reveal the truth of who you really are' Louise O'Neill 'Keyes weaves the joy and pain of life in a unique and magical way' Cathy Rentzenbrink 'One of the most honest writers writing today' Pandora Sykes 'Compassionate, tender, incisive writing' Lucy Foley 'Her talent for tackling serious issues with such humanity and wit is balm for the soul' Nigella Lawson 'Marian Keyes is a brilliant writer. No one is better at making terrifically funny jokes while telling such important, perceptive and agonizing stories of the heart. She is a genius' Sali Hughes 'Irresistible, profound. Keyes's comic gift is always evident' Independent 'Joyful. Keyes' clever way with words and extraordinary wit. People stared at me as I laughed to myself' C.L. Taylor 'A born storyteller' Independent on Sunday
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141909811
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
A MUST-READ FOR FANS OLD AND NEW, REDISCOVER THE FUNNY AND HEARTWARMING 1.5 MILLION COPY, NO. 1 BESTSELLING PHENOMENON 'Fleet-footed, bracingly honest, funny, sexy, heart-breaking' JOJO MOYES 'A huge international phenomenon' BBC RADIO 4 BOOKCLUB 'Irresistible. Pitch-perfect, bitingly funny' DAISY BUCHANAN 'The voice of a generation' DAILY MIRROR 'Extraordinary' IAN RANKIN 'A true modern classic' NINA STIBBE FEATURING INTRODUCTIONS FROM LISA TADDEO, DAVID NICHOLLS, NINA STIBBE AND MORE ___________ Meet Rachel Walsh. She's been living it up in New York City, spending her nights talking her way into glamorous parties before heading home in the early hours to her adoring boyfriend, Luke. But her sensible older sister showing up and sending her off to actual rehab wasn't quite part of her plan. She's only agreed to her incarceration because she's heard that rehab is wall-to-wall jacuzzis, spa treatments and celebrities going cold turkey - plus it's about time she had a holiday. Saying goodbye to fun and freedom will be hard - and losing the man who might just be the love of her life will be even harder. But will hitting rock bottom help Rachel learn to love herself, at last? _________ Find out what's next for Rachel in the deliciously dark and fantastically funny sequel Again, Rachel - AVAILABLE NOW ***THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS AUTHOR OF THE YEAR 2022*** FAMOUS FANS AND WHY THEY LOVE RACHEL'S HOLIDAY 'Marian's writing is the truth. With big laughs' Dawn French 'A giant of Irish writing' Naoise Dolan 'Will make you laugh and make you cry, but will also reveal the truth of who you really are' Louise O'Neill 'Keyes weaves the joy and pain of life in a unique and magical way' Cathy Rentzenbrink 'One of the most honest writers writing today' Pandora Sykes 'Compassionate, tender, incisive writing' Lucy Foley 'Her talent for tackling serious issues with such humanity and wit is balm for the soul' Nigella Lawson 'Marian Keyes is a brilliant writer. No one is better at making terrifically funny jokes while telling such important, perceptive and agonizing stories of the heart. She is a genius' Sali Hughes 'Irresistible, profound. Keyes's comic gift is always evident' Independent 'Joyful. Keyes' clever way with words and extraordinary wit. People stared at me as I laughed to myself' C.L. Taylor 'A born storyteller' Independent on Sunday
Rachel's Butterflies
Author: Vicki Childs
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781737307709
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Growing up in their elite British private school, three girls became inseparable. Decades later and worlds apart, they'll soon discover that some bonds last forever.Liz, an ambitious businesswoman, is beholden to nobody and determined to keep it that way. Emily, a homebody with a countryside cottage, is happy to be surrounded by her family and her crafts. Chrissy, a writer turned realtor, is living the American dream in sunny Los Angeles. But are their lives as perfect as they seem? ?A sudden tragedy reunites the childhood friends, but just as they begin to reconnect, their lives are derailed. Each will be forced to re-examine who they are and make some life-altering decisions. Can they embrace their chance for true happiness, or will they continue to be molded by those around them??In this compelling tale of struggle and redemption, three women learn that when your world turns upside down it's your true friends that lead you back home.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781737307709
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Growing up in their elite British private school, three girls became inseparable. Decades later and worlds apart, they'll soon discover that some bonds last forever.Liz, an ambitious businesswoman, is beholden to nobody and determined to keep it that way. Emily, a homebody with a countryside cottage, is happy to be surrounded by her family and her crafts. Chrissy, a writer turned realtor, is living the American dream in sunny Los Angeles. But are their lives as perfect as they seem? ?A sudden tragedy reunites the childhood friends, but just as they begin to reconnect, their lives are derailed. Each will be forced to re-examine who they are and make some life-altering decisions. Can they embrace their chance for true happiness, or will they continue to be molded by those around them??In this compelling tale of struggle and redemption, three women learn that when your world turns upside down it's your true friends that lead you back home.
A Watch of Nightingales
Author: Liza Wieland
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 047211672X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
A modest, quiet woman, Mara Raynor never dreamed she'd one day find herself in charge of the small private school in Washington, D.C., where for many years she taught music and choir. But after the unexpected death of her husband, the school's headmaster, Mara finds herself thrust into the public eye, burdened not just with the responsibilities of acting headmaster---a role she never wanted---but also with a potentially explosive political and religious controversy that tests parents' and school administrators' spirit of tolerance. When a Sikh student is caught wearing a ceremonial knife on school grounds, fear spreads among parents and the school board. Coming at the same moment as the disappearance of Mara's teenage daughter, the controversy quickly assumes a far more personal nature. Not just any student, the Sikh boy is both the son of a woman with whom Mara shares a complicated past and---as Mara soon discovers---her own daughter's boyfriend. As it moves back and forth in time between the school in contemporary Washington and a girls' boarding school in the British countryside in 1977, A Watch of Nightingales weaves a rich and textured exploration of fear and remorse, the mysteries of love, and the complicated tensions that ring down the generations from parent to child. "Conjuring the entwined lives of teachers and students in two schools (and two generations) on either side of the Atlantic, A Watch of Nightingales stands alongside The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and Goodbye, Mr Chips as a testament to the responsibilities, rewards, and risks of teaching. This is a book of luminous insight and quiet but telling wisdom, about youth and maturity and the bridge of loss and remorse that connects them. Liza Wieland's is a mature and deeply moving vision, conveyed in prose that sings as sure and clear as the birds of her title." ---Peter Ho Davies, author of The Welsh Girl Praise for Liza Wieland: "[T]here is a nobility and boldness to her characters that lends them a heroism missing from much modern fiction and makes these stories wholly absorbing adventures of the heart." ---Ron Hansen, author of Exiles: A Novel "Liza Wieland understands down to the bone how loneliness and love compel her characters to make their impossible choices. Not only does she have a searing intelligence and wisdom, her prose is by turns graceful and astonishing." ---Jane Hamilton, author of A Map of the World Liza Wieland is the author of four previous works of fiction: The Names of the Lost; Discovering America; You Can Sleep While I Drive; and Bombshell, as well as a volume of poems, Near Alcatraz. Her work has been awarded two Pushcart Prizes, as well as fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Christopher Isherwood Foundation, and the North Carolina Arts Council. She teaches creative writing and literature at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina.
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 047211672X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
A modest, quiet woman, Mara Raynor never dreamed she'd one day find herself in charge of the small private school in Washington, D.C., where for many years she taught music and choir. But after the unexpected death of her husband, the school's headmaster, Mara finds herself thrust into the public eye, burdened not just with the responsibilities of acting headmaster---a role she never wanted---but also with a potentially explosive political and religious controversy that tests parents' and school administrators' spirit of tolerance. When a Sikh student is caught wearing a ceremonial knife on school grounds, fear spreads among parents and the school board. Coming at the same moment as the disappearance of Mara's teenage daughter, the controversy quickly assumes a far more personal nature. Not just any student, the Sikh boy is both the son of a woman with whom Mara shares a complicated past and---as Mara soon discovers---her own daughter's boyfriend. As it moves back and forth in time between the school in contemporary Washington and a girls' boarding school in the British countryside in 1977, A Watch of Nightingales weaves a rich and textured exploration of fear and remorse, the mysteries of love, and the complicated tensions that ring down the generations from parent to child. "Conjuring the entwined lives of teachers and students in two schools (and two generations) on either side of the Atlantic, A Watch of Nightingales stands alongside The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and Goodbye, Mr Chips as a testament to the responsibilities, rewards, and risks of teaching. This is a book of luminous insight and quiet but telling wisdom, about youth and maturity and the bridge of loss and remorse that connects them. Liza Wieland's is a mature and deeply moving vision, conveyed in prose that sings as sure and clear as the birds of her title." ---Peter Ho Davies, author of The Welsh Girl Praise for Liza Wieland: "[T]here is a nobility and boldness to her characters that lends them a heroism missing from much modern fiction and makes these stories wholly absorbing adventures of the heart." ---Ron Hansen, author of Exiles: A Novel "Liza Wieland understands down to the bone how loneliness and love compel her characters to make their impossible choices. Not only does she have a searing intelligence and wisdom, her prose is by turns graceful and astonishing." ---Jane Hamilton, author of A Map of the World Liza Wieland is the author of four previous works of fiction: The Names of the Lost; Discovering America; You Can Sleep While I Drive; and Bombshell, as well as a volume of poems, Near Alcatraz. Her work has been awarded two Pushcart Prizes, as well as fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Christopher Isherwood Foundation, and the North Carolina Arts Council. She teaches creative writing and literature at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina.
THE BOOKS OF RACHEL
Author: JOEL GROSS
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description