Author: Mairuth Sarsfield
Publisher: Linda Leith Publishing
ISBN: 9781773900919
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
First published in 1997, No Crystal Stair is an absorbing story of Montreal in the 1940s. Raising her three daughters alone, Marion discovers she can only find gainful employment if she passes as white. Set in Little Burgundy against the backdrop of an exciting cosmopolitan jazz scene--home of Oscar Peterson, Oliver Jones, and Rockhead's Paradise--and the tense years of World War II, No Crystal Stair is both a tender story and an indictment of Canada's "soft" racism. In 2005, No Crystal Stair was nominated for that year's Canada Reads and was defended by Olympic fencer Sherraine MacKay.
No Crystal Stair
Author: Mairuth Sarsfield
Publisher: Linda Leith Publishing
ISBN: 9781773900919
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
First published in 1997, No Crystal Stair is an absorbing story of Montreal in the 1940s. Raising her three daughters alone, Marion discovers she can only find gainful employment if she passes as white. Set in Little Burgundy against the backdrop of an exciting cosmopolitan jazz scene--home of Oscar Peterson, Oliver Jones, and Rockhead's Paradise--and the tense years of World War II, No Crystal Stair is both a tender story and an indictment of Canada's "soft" racism. In 2005, No Crystal Stair was nominated for that year's Canada Reads and was defended by Olympic fencer Sherraine MacKay.
Publisher: Linda Leith Publishing
ISBN: 9781773900919
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
First published in 1997, No Crystal Stair is an absorbing story of Montreal in the 1940s. Raising her three daughters alone, Marion discovers she can only find gainful employment if she passes as white. Set in Little Burgundy against the backdrop of an exciting cosmopolitan jazz scene--home of Oscar Peterson, Oliver Jones, and Rockhead's Paradise--and the tense years of World War II, No Crystal Stair is both a tender story and an indictment of Canada's "soft" racism. In 2005, No Crystal Stair was nominated for that year's Canada Reads and was defended by Olympic fencer Sherraine MacKay.
No Crystal Stair
Author: Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
Publisher: Carolrhoda Lab& 8482
ISBN: 1541514912
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
In this work of historical fiction, Nelson tells the story of a man with a passion for knowledge and of a bookstore whose influence has become legendary.
Publisher: Carolrhoda Lab& 8482
ISBN: 1541514912
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
In this work of historical fiction, Nelson tells the story of a man with a passion for knowledge and of a bookstore whose influence has become legendary.
Don't You Turn Back
Author: Langston Hughes
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Forty-five poems chosen from the work of the black poet, Langston Hughes, by Harlem fourth graders.
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Forty-five poems chosen from the work of the black poet, Langston Hughes, by Harlem fourth graders.
Life for Me Ain't Been No Crystal Stair
Author: Susan Sheehan
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0679754504
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
On October 7, 1984, Crystal Taylor gave birth to a baby boy whom she named Daquan. Crystal was only fourteen. She was living with a boyfriend whom she was too young to marry, and her mother was addicted to heroin and cocaine. So under the law, Crystal and Daquan became wards of New York State’s foster-care system—a sprawling, often slipshod web of boarding facilities, halfway houses, and paid surrogates that cares for almost 60,000 children. Life for Me Ain’t Been No Crystal Stair is the story of what happened to Crystal and Daquan, as well as to Crystal’s mother, who herself had grown up in various foster homes. It is a story of three generations of poverty, addiction, and abuse—and also a story of astonishing human resilience. And Susan Sheehan tells it with the same flawless observation, humor, and compassion that she brought to her classic Is There No Place on Earth for Me?
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0679754504
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
On October 7, 1984, Crystal Taylor gave birth to a baby boy whom she named Daquan. Crystal was only fourteen. She was living with a boyfriend whom she was too young to marry, and her mother was addicted to heroin and cocaine. So under the law, Crystal and Daquan became wards of New York State’s foster-care system—a sprawling, often slipshod web of boarding facilities, halfway houses, and paid surrogates that cares for almost 60,000 children. Life for Me Ain’t Been No Crystal Stair is the story of what happened to Crystal and Daquan, as well as to Crystal’s mother, who herself had grown up in various foster homes. It is a story of three generations of poverty, addiction, and abuse—and also a story of astonishing human resilience. And Susan Sheehan tells it with the same flawless observation, humor, and compassion that she brought to her classic Is There No Place on Earth for Me?
The Crystal Stair
Author: Catherine Fisher
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781781125427
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Sequel to At the World's End. Caz and Will struggle to fit in at the Settlement where the genders are strictly separated. After the battle to arrive, it seems that they may be setting out into the frozen world once again. Gripping YA dystopia from the author of Incarceron.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781781125427
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Sequel to At the World's End. Caz and Will struggle to fit in at the Settlement where the genders are strictly separated. After the battle to arrive, it seems that they may be setting out into the frozen world once again. Gripping YA dystopia from the author of Incarceron.
The Crystal Stair
Author: Eric Klein
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781891850103
Category : Self-actualization (Psychology)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Since Eric Klein first brought through the messages in this book, his works have sold over 100,000 copies, been translated into eight foreign languages, and have played a major role in placing the idea of ascension on the map of human consciousness. This new, updated edition further supports those who have chosen to dedicate their lives to the spiritual path during these times of massive planetary change. A timeless work, The Crystal Stair glows with love, truth, hope and inspiration, serving as a remarkable key to unlocking the mystery of the transformation called ascension.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781891850103
Category : Self-actualization (Psychology)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Since Eric Klein first brought through the messages in this book, his works have sold over 100,000 copies, been translated into eight foreign languages, and have played a major role in placing the idea of ascension on the map of human consciousness. This new, updated edition further supports those who have chosen to dedicate their lives to the spiritual path during these times of massive planetary change. A timeless work, The Crystal Stair glows with love, truth, hope and inspiration, serving as a remarkable key to unlocking the mystery of the transformation called ascension.
The Crystal Stair
Author: Eric Klein
Publisher: Oughten House International
ISBN: 9781880666067
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
THE CRYSTAL STAIR is a collection of channeled teachings received from Lord Sananda (Jesus) & other Masters describing the personal & planetary ascension process now occurring on our planet. The experience of Ascension represents the culmination of human spiritual evolution. THE CRYSTAL STAIR describes how this leap in consciousness will be made available to all of humanity in our lifetimes. It introduces us to the spiritual hierarchy that has inspired & nurtured truth seekers in every age, & offers vital insights to assist us through this critical period of transformation. Through these channeled messages the Ascended Masters offer an awakening to the ultimate truth of our human destiny, challenging each of us to humbly receive the divine birthright of our own immortality. Personal instruction is given by the Masters to assist the reader in understanding & aligning with upcoming changes. The book is breathtaking as well as thought provoking. Simply written, it addresses the imminent concerns of our life against a background of timeless spirituality, with dramatic clarity & conclusions. The messages contained within these pages transcend all religions & national boundaries.
Publisher: Oughten House International
ISBN: 9781880666067
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
THE CRYSTAL STAIR is a collection of channeled teachings received from Lord Sananda (Jesus) & other Masters describing the personal & planetary ascension process now occurring on our planet. The experience of Ascension represents the culmination of human spiritual evolution. THE CRYSTAL STAIR describes how this leap in consciousness will be made available to all of humanity in our lifetimes. It introduces us to the spiritual hierarchy that has inspired & nurtured truth seekers in every age, & offers vital insights to assist us through this critical period of transformation. Through these channeled messages the Ascended Masters offer an awakening to the ultimate truth of our human destiny, challenging each of us to humbly receive the divine birthright of our own immortality. Personal instruction is given by the Masters to assist the reader in understanding & aligning with upcoming changes. The book is breathtaking as well as thought provoking. Simply written, it addresses the imminent concerns of our life against a background of timeless spirituality, with dramatic clarity & conclusions. The messages contained within these pages transcend all religions & national boundaries.
No Crystal Stair
Author: Lynell George
Publisher: Verso
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Contains essays, reports, vignettes, oral histories, and autobiographies examining the daily lives of African Americans in Los Angeles.
Publisher: Verso
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Contains essays, reports, vignettes, oral histories, and autobiographies examining the daily lives of African Americans in Los Angeles.
No Crystal Stair
Author: Eva Rutland
Publisher: MIRA
ISBN: 9781551665191
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This saga of how segregation and the Civil Rights movement shaped the lives of African Americans is told through the eyes of a woman who is born into the black privileged class. She leaves her sheltered life to marry a member of the first black unit in the Army Air Corps.
Publisher: MIRA
ISBN: 9781551665191
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This saga of how segregation and the Civil Rights movement shaped the lives of African Americans is told through the eyes of a woman who is born into the black privileged class. She leaves her sheltered life to marry a member of the first black unit in the Army Air Corps.
No Crystal Stair
Author: Gloria Jean Wade Gayles
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Gloria Wade-Gayles analyzes novels by Toni Morrison, Alice Walker, and others. Praise for the first edition: "Highly recommended".--"Library Journal". "Finely reasoned, persuasive and passionate. . . . A definitive study. Thought-provoking and just".--"Booklist".
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Gloria Wade-Gayles analyzes novels by Toni Morrison, Alice Walker, and others. Praise for the first edition: "Highly recommended".--"Library Journal". "Finely reasoned, persuasive and passionate. . . . A definitive study. Thought-provoking and just".--"Booklist".