Author: Barbara A. Lawrence
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1491859652
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 443
Book Description
Set in modern day Turkey this is the true story of a woman who, after taking stock of her life, asked the proverbial question, "Is that all there is?" She had a devoted husband, a comfortable lifestyle in an upscale suburb of a Midwestern town, a bevy of close friends and a stellar career as an educator. She and her husband spent their holidays jetting around the world to exotic locations. She was respected and loved in her community. Yet, none of this was enough. In the midst of a crowded room, she felt alone. She was haunted by the fear that she was never good enough. She needed the constant rush of adrenaline that comes from living on the edge. After feeling that she had exhausted all of the possibilities that her Midwestern setting provided for this, she decided to accept a teaching position in southeastern Turkey and signed a two year contract. Little did she know that this decision would end up altering the course of her life forever . It describes in exquisite detail many of the startling differences she encountered as she attempted to assimilate into the Turkish culture It's a humorous, compelling, and heart-wrenching true story about one woman's struggle to finally find happiness and fulfillment.
The Adventures and Confessions of an American Drama Queen in Turkey
Author: Barbara A. Lawrence
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1491859652
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 443
Book Description
Set in modern day Turkey this is the true story of a woman who, after taking stock of her life, asked the proverbial question, "Is that all there is?" She had a devoted husband, a comfortable lifestyle in an upscale suburb of a Midwestern town, a bevy of close friends and a stellar career as an educator. She and her husband spent their holidays jetting around the world to exotic locations. She was respected and loved in her community. Yet, none of this was enough. In the midst of a crowded room, she felt alone. She was haunted by the fear that she was never good enough. She needed the constant rush of adrenaline that comes from living on the edge. After feeling that she had exhausted all of the possibilities that her Midwestern setting provided for this, she decided to accept a teaching position in southeastern Turkey and signed a two year contract. Little did she know that this decision would end up altering the course of her life forever . It describes in exquisite detail many of the startling differences she encountered as she attempted to assimilate into the Turkish culture It's a humorous, compelling, and heart-wrenching true story about one woman's struggle to finally find happiness and fulfillment.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1491859652
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 443
Book Description
Set in modern day Turkey this is the true story of a woman who, after taking stock of her life, asked the proverbial question, "Is that all there is?" She had a devoted husband, a comfortable lifestyle in an upscale suburb of a Midwestern town, a bevy of close friends and a stellar career as an educator. She and her husband spent their holidays jetting around the world to exotic locations. She was respected and loved in her community. Yet, none of this was enough. In the midst of a crowded room, she felt alone. She was haunted by the fear that she was never good enough. She needed the constant rush of adrenaline that comes from living on the edge. After feeling that she had exhausted all of the possibilities that her Midwestern setting provided for this, she decided to accept a teaching position in southeastern Turkey and signed a two year contract. Little did she know that this decision would end up altering the course of her life forever . It describes in exquisite detail many of the startling differences she encountered as she attempted to assimilate into the Turkish culture It's a humorous, compelling, and heart-wrenching true story about one woman's struggle to finally find happiness and fulfillment.
Time Out Film Guide
Author: John Pym
Publisher: Time Out Guides
ISBN: 9781904978213
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 1748
Book Description
This guide is a collection of engaging and provocative capsule reviews of films across the spectrum of cinema history, from Russian silent movies to American comedies, classic documentaries to Japanese anime, and beyond.
Publisher: Time Out Guides
ISBN: 9781904978213
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 1748
Book Description
This guide is a collection of engaging and provocative capsule reviews of films across the spectrum of cinema history, from Russian silent movies to American comedies, classic documentaries to Japanese anime, and beyond.
Media Review Digest
Author: C Edward Wall
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780876503966
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 834
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780876503966
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 834
Book Description
Orbiting Ray Bradbury's Mars
Author: Gloria McMillan
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476612501
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
This essay collection explores the life and work of science fiction doyen Ray Bradbury from a variety of perspectives. Noting the impact of the Southwest on Bradbury, some of the essays analyze Bradbury's southwest metaphors: colonial pollution of a pristine ecology, the impacts of a colonial invasion upon an indigenous population, the meeting of cultures with different values and physical aspects. Other essays view Bradbury via the lens of post-colonialism, drawing parallels between such works as The Martian Chronicles and real-life colonialism and its effects. Another essay views Bradbury sociologically, analyzing border issues in his 1947 New Yorker story "I See You Never," written long before the issue of Mexican deportees appeared on the American literary horizon. From the scientific side, four essays by astronomers document how Bradbury formed the minds of many budding scientists with his vision. On August 22, 2012, the Martian landing site of the Curiosity rover in the Gale Crater was named "Bradbury." This honor shows that Bradbury forms a significant link between the worlds of fiction and planetary science.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476612501
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
This essay collection explores the life and work of science fiction doyen Ray Bradbury from a variety of perspectives. Noting the impact of the Southwest on Bradbury, some of the essays analyze Bradbury's southwest metaphors: colonial pollution of a pristine ecology, the impacts of a colonial invasion upon an indigenous population, the meeting of cultures with different values and physical aspects. Other essays view Bradbury via the lens of post-colonialism, drawing parallels between such works as The Martian Chronicles and real-life colonialism and its effects. Another essay views Bradbury sociologically, analyzing border issues in his 1947 New Yorker story "I See You Never," written long before the issue of Mexican deportees appeared on the American literary horizon. From the scientific side, four essays by astronomers document how Bradbury formed the minds of many budding scientists with his vision. On August 22, 2012, the Martian landing site of the Curiosity rover in the Gale Crater was named "Bradbury." This honor shows that Bradbury forms a significant link between the worlds of fiction and planetary science.
Motion Picture Herald
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Motion pictures
Languages : en
Pages : 900
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Motion pictures
Languages : en
Pages : 900
Book Description
Time Out Film Guide
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Motion picture producers and directors
Languages : en
Pages : 1604
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Motion picture producers and directors
Languages : en
Pages : 1604
Book Description
Towards Turkish American Literature
Author: Elena Furlanetto
Publisher: Interamericana
ISBN: 9783631677247
Category : Multiculturalism in literature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The author aims to expand the definition of Turkish American literature beyond fiction written by Americans of Turkish descent to incorporate texts that literally 'commute' between two national spheres. Her analyses include literary works of Elif Shafak, Halide Edip, Güneli Gün and Alev Lytle Croutier.
Publisher: Interamericana
ISBN: 9783631677247
Category : Multiculturalism in literature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The author aims to expand the definition of Turkish American literature beyond fiction written by Americans of Turkish descent to incorporate texts that literally 'commute' between two national spheres. Her analyses include literary works of Elif Shafak, Halide Edip, Güneli Gün and Alev Lytle Croutier.
The Outlook
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 934
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 934
Book Description
The Academy and Literature
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
DVD & Video Guide 2005
Author: Mick Martin
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 9780345449955
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 1636
Book Description
Wondering what video to rent tonight? This bestselling, fact-packed guide is the only sourcebook you and your family will ever need. Mick Martin and Marsha Porter steer you toward the winners and warn you about the losers. DVD & Video Guide 2004 covers it all-more films than any other guide, plus your favorite serials, B-Westerns, made-for-TV movies, and old television programs! Each entry, conveniently alphabetized for easy access, includes a summary, fresh commentary, the director, major cast members, the year of release, and the MPAA rating, plus a reliable Martin and Porter rating-from Five Stars to Turkey-so you'll never get caught with a clunker again!
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 9780345449955
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 1636
Book Description
Wondering what video to rent tonight? This bestselling, fact-packed guide is the only sourcebook you and your family will ever need. Mick Martin and Marsha Porter steer you toward the winners and warn you about the losers. DVD & Video Guide 2004 covers it all-more films than any other guide, plus your favorite serials, B-Westerns, made-for-TV movies, and old television programs! Each entry, conveniently alphabetized for easy access, includes a summary, fresh commentary, the director, major cast members, the year of release, and the MPAA rating, plus a reliable Martin and Porter rating-from Five Stars to Turkey-so you'll never get caught with a clunker again!