after life vystavy david fesl isabela grosseova

After Life výstavy je sborníkem příspěvků čtrnácti umělců a kurátorů, kteří se zamýšlí nad přístupy v dokumentaci výstav a uměleckých děl. Autoři byli požádáni, aby byli ve svých textech co nejvíce osobní a zprostředkovali tak vlastní zkušenost a úvahy na toto téma. Kniha sestává ze tří bloků - Manipulace s fakty a teorií, Popisy a subjektivní pravdy, Literatura -, v nichž se dokumentační fotografie stává pozitivním nástrojem, důkazem, zkouškou nebo skicou, prostředkem pro vydírání, sebeprezentační blamáží a sbližovacím prvkem.

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Knižní vydání disertační práce, která analyzuje problematiku uměleckého vzdělávání a jeho následného vlivu na pozdější životy absolventů a absolventek oborů volného umění na AVU. Tematizuje otázky, jakými pocity je provázen osobní pocit neúspěchu v uměleckém prostředí či volba osobní rezignace na uměleckou kariéru. Je možné poté uměleckou kompetenci infiltrovat do světa mimo umění a jaký význam má v této situaci samotné umělecké vysokoškolské vzdělání? Isabela Grosseová hledá mimo jiné odpovědi v autentických rozhovorech s osobnostmi, které uměleckým vzděláním na AVU prošly.

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A groundbreaking book that combines nearly fifty years of afterlife and near-death experience research to provide proof of the existence of the soul and life after death from psychiatrist and bestselling author of Life After Life, Dr. Raymond Moody and New York Times bestselling author Paul Perry.After spending nearly five decades studying near-death experiences, Dr. Raymond Moody finally has the answer to humanity’s most pressing question: What happens when we die? In Proof of Life After Life, Moody and coauthor Paul Perry reveal that consciousness survives after the death of the body. Featuring in-depth case studies, the latest research, and eye-opening interviews with experts, Proof explores everything from common paranormal signs to shared-death experiences, and much more.

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"Narrative Of The Life Of David Crockett, Of The State Of Tennessee" is an enthralling autobiography capturing the essence of American frontier life. David Crockett, a Tennessee pioneer, recounts his adventures in the untamed wilderness, embodying the spirit of independence and manifest destiny. Through his narrative, readers delve into the rugged landscapes and encounter the challenges and triumphs of frontier existence. Crockett's journey isn't merely one of hunting game but also navigating the complexities of politics, ultimately leading him to Congress. This biography weaves together folklore and legend, portraying Crockett as a larger-than-life figure, emblematic of the American frontier spirit. His exploits resonate with readers as he embodies the archetype of the American pioneer, forging a path through the wilderness with grit and determination. Within these pages, readers witness the evolution of a man from humble beginnings to a prominent political figure, shaping the destiny of a burgeoning nation. Crockett's narrative serves as a testament to the resilience of the American spirit and the enduring legacy of those who dared to venture into the unknown territories of the frontier.

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Live a Life That Makes a Difference for Generations· 90 devotions to help you develop a countercultural, biblical view of your personal and family life· Learn to lead your family in building a legacy that matters for eternity· Includes illuminating Scripture, insightful reflections, and simple prayersDo you want to live a life that matters more? More than your career, more than the kids you raised, more than the individual acts of kindness and charity you may have performed? How about a life that matters for eternity? Though that may sound like a lofty goal reserved for only the most saintly of people, it is possible for anyone to achieve.Through 90 powerful readings, The Legacy Life Devotional challenges and equips you to live a countercultural, biblical life that matters for generations to come. Building off the concepts in The Legacy Life, founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby David Green shares daily devotional thoughts about how to · develop a legacy perspective on your life and family· articulate and live out your mission and values· recover from failures and celebrate successes· tell your stories from generation to generationIt may feel strange at first, but when you shift your mindset to understand your life in generational terms, you''ll discover that while you are not the story, you are part of a story that matters for eternity.

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Do gentlemen wear shorts? What are the rules regarding interior decor in a high-security prison? Is it ever acceptable to send Valentine's cards to one's pets? The twenty-first century is an age of innumerable social conundrums. Around every corner lies a potential faux pas waiting to happen. But if you've ever struggled for the right response to an unwelcome gift or floundered for conversation at the dinner party from hell, fear not: help is at hand. In Rules for Modern Life, Sir David Tang, resident agony uncle at the Financial Times, delivers a satirical masterclass in navigating the social niceties of modern life. Whether you're unsure of the etiquette of doggy bags or wondering whether a massage room in your second home would be de trop, Sir David has the answer to all your social anxieties - and much more besides

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The PRIZE-WINNING BESTSELLER, now a major BBC1 DRAMA SERIES starring Thomasin McKenzie, Sian Clifford and James McArdle, directed by BAFTA award-winning John Crowley.''Dazzling, witty, moving, joyful, mournful, profound... one of the best novels I''ve read this century'' Gillian Flynn, bestselling author of GONE GIRL''A box of delights ... it grips the reader''s imagination on the first page and never lets go.'' HILARY MANTEL, author of THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT___________________________________What if you had the chance to live your life again and again, until you finally got it right?During a snowstorm in England in 1910, a baby is born and dies before she can take her first breath.During a snowstorm in England in 1910, the same baby is born and lives to tell the tale.What if there were second chances? And third chances? In fact an infinite number of chances to live your life? Would you eventually be able to save the world from its own inevitable destiny? And would you even want to?Life After Life follows Ursula Todd as she lives through the turbulent events of the last century again and again. With wit and compassion, Kate Atkinson finds warmth even in life''s bleakest moments, and shows an extraordinary ability to evoke the past. Here she is at her most profound and inventive, in a novel that celebrates the best and worst of ourselves.____________________''Merging family saga with a fluid sense of time and an extraordinarily vivid sense of history at its most human level. A dizzying and dazzling tour de force'' Daily Mail''Absolutely brilliant...it reminded me a bit of her first book Behind the Scenes at the Museum, which is one of my most favourite books ever.'' Marian Keyes, author of Rachel, Again''An exceptional writer'' Guardian''[A] magnificently tender and humane novel'' Observer''A ferociously clever writer...a big, bold novel that is enthralling, entertaining'' New Statesman''Exceptionally captivating'' New York Times''Truly brilliant...Think of Audrey Niffenegger''s The Time Traveler''s Wife or David Nicholl''s One Day.. a rare book that you want to start again the minute you have finished.'' The Times

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In this smash bestseller that has sold more than 14 million copies around the world, Dr Moody reveals his ground-breaking study of people who experienced 'clinical death' - and were revived. Their amazing testimonies and surprising descriptions of 'death' and 'beyond' are so strikingly similar, so vivid and so overwhelmingly positive they have changed the way we view life and death, and the spiritual hereafter. Introducing the revolutionary concepts of the NDE (Near Death Experience), the bright light and the tunnel, Life After Life has shaped countless reader's notions about the meaning of the death and offered essential reassurance to anyone who has wondered 'what comes next'?

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One spring afternoon after school, Amber arrives home on her bike. It's just another perfectly normal day.But when Amber's mom sees her, she screams. Because Amber died seven years ago, hit by a car while on the very same bicycle she's inexplicably riding now. This return doesn't only impact Amber.Her sister, Melissa, now seven years older, must be a new kind of sibling to Amber. Amber's estranged parents are battling over her. And the changes ripple farther and farther out: Amber's friends, boyfriend, and even people she met only once have been deeply affected by her life and death.In the midst of everyone's turmoil, Amber is struggling with herself. What kind of person was she? How and why was she given this second chance?This magnificent tour de force by acclaimed author Gayle Forman brilliantly explores the porous veil between life and death, examines the impact that one person can have on the world, and celebrates life in all its beautiful complexity.

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A practical guide to petcare for children, this book shows you how to handle your pet, train it to perch on your finger, and how to feed and look after it properly. A picture gallery of the most popular types of bird is included, and the simple but expert advice is backed up with clear and attractive photographs throughout.,

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Audiokniha: Grossmanův nový román je rodinné drama – příběh tří generací silných žen. Temné události z minulosti otrávily jejich vztahy a neúprosně je přivedly zpět k sobě. Společně se vydávají na cestu na ostrov Goli otok u chorvatského pobřeží. Nyní devadesátiletá Vera zde strávila tři roky ve vězení za Titova režimu v 50. letech, když odmítla zradit svého manžela Miloše, neprávem obviněného z velezrady. Příběh o zranění, které se přenáší z generace na generaci, o děsivé síle tajemství a o lásce, která nevyprchá ani po letech, kdy už milovaný člověk nežije. Příběh odvahy, rodičovské volby a jejích důsledků... David Grossman: Život si se mnou zahrává/ Překlad Lenka Bukovská / Čte Marie Štípková / Režie Alexandra Bauerová / Zvuk, střih, mastering David Pravda / Hudba David Pravda / Natočeno ve studiu MIXING.TODAY / Produkce David Pravda / Supervize Kateřina Višinská / Vydala Euromedia Group a.s. - Témbr, 2023 David Grossman Život si se mnou zahrává MORE THEN I LOVE MY LIFE Copyright © David Grossman, 2019 Překlad © Lenka Bukovská, 2022 Vydala Euromedia Group, a. s. – Odeon, 2022

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The story traces the life of David Copperfield from childhood to maturity. In this Reader you will find: information about Charles Dickens Tags Family | Friendship | Love | Adventure David Copperfield looks back on the first twenty-five years of his life. He is only eight years old when his mother, a young pretty widow, remarries. Unfortunately Mr Murdstone is not a good husband or father. David is sent away to school and only returns home when tragedy strikes. Unloved and unwanted, he is sent to work in a factory. But David is a resourceful boy and determines to find a better life for himself. Syllabus Tenses Present simple: states, habits, Past simple: finished time, Past continuous: actions in progress at a specific time, in past, interrupted actions, Present perfect simple: indefinite past, unfinished past, Past perfect: narrative, Futures: will/shall, present continuous Verb forms Imperatives, Passives: present, past simple, Gerunds: after verbs, prepositions Conditionals: 1st conditional: possible present/future, 2nd conditional: hypothetical present/future Reported speech statements, questions, commands Modals Can, could: ability, permission, May, might: possibility, permission, Must, have to: obligation, Defining, non-defining clauses, Purpose clauses Linkers So + adjective, such (a) + adjective + noun

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Part of the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of David Bowie, the starman who dazzled audiences with his music.As a child, young David lived with his family in a tiny house on an ordinary street, but he had a head full of songs and ideas. At school he was loved music and dance, and he was inspired by his brother's rock and jazz records to pick up the saxophone and start writing his own songs.After earning his stripes in some of the coolest bands in London, David splashed onto the solo scene. David knew that to be a star, he had to combine great songs with great performace, and so from this point on he took on a range of shapeshifting personas, from Ziggy Stardust to the Thin White Duke, but really, he was just being himself, expressing his art on the stage.His songwriting talent and musical skill made him one of rock and roll's all-time greatest artists. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the musician's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of David Hockney, the inspirational British artist. Little David loved to draw and looked at the world in his own unique way. He always knew what his path in life would be… he would be an artist!He went to art school and worked day and night to hone his drawing skills. He sold his first painting as a student, and in just five years he had a sell-out solo show of his work. When he moved from the UK to sunny California, he became known for creating bright, bold paintings.From the Grand Canyon to the Yorkshire hills of home, David painted fantastic landscapes, including one made of 50 canvases all stitched together. An artist who delights in constantly reinventing himself, to this day David is eager to share his colourful work, and himself, with the whole world. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the incredible young poet and activist’s life so far. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

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He may live in Madrid but he continues to make front-page headlines. This is David Beckham''s own story of his career to date, for Manchester United, Real Madrid and England, and of his childhood, family and private life. Featuring David''s first full account of a turbulent year in Spain, on and off the field, and England''s fortunes in Euro 2004.This is Beckham''s fascinating life story in his own words. His rise through the ranks at the biggest club side in the world. His complex relationship with United boss Alex Ferguson. The England story, from being vilified by the nation before returning as the prodigal son to eventually captaining his country. His acrimonious falling-out with his manager and departure from Old Trafford in June 2003. And starting a new chapter of his life on foreign soil in the glare of the world’s press.Now from Beckham himself, we gain a vivid and eye-opening insight into the family man behind the famous footballer, the international model and fashion leader. He describes how he first met and then married ex-Spice girl Victoria Adams, and the upbringing of their two children Brooklyn and Romeo. How his family''s every step is monitored by a posse of newshounds and paparazzi. Also, the influence of his parents, growing up as a shy youngster in the family home, and how their subsequent split affected him.Intimate and soul-searching, this is the real David Beckham like we have never seen before.NEW FOR THIS PAPERBACK EDITION:- Beckham’s first season with Real Madrid from within the dressing room, with key stories on the likes of Figo, Roberto Carlos and Zidane.- His exclusive reaction to the sensational allegations about his private life; their effect on his relationship with Victoria and a reappraisal of their living arrangements.- England and Euro 2004: the players’ threatened strike in support of Rio Ferdinand; Eriksson as England boss; and all the behind the scenes stories leading up to and including the Finals in Portugal.- One year down the line, does Beckham have any regrets about leaving Manchester United? And is there any truth in the rumours that he is unsettled in Madrid?

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Introduction and Notes by Dr Adrienne Gavin, Canterbury Christ Church University College. Illustrations by Hablot K. Browne (Phiz).Dickens wrote of David Copperfield: ''Of all my books I like this the best''. Millions of readers in almost every language on earth have subsequently come to share the author''s own enthusiasm for this greatly loved classic, possibly because of its autobiographical form.Following the life of David through many sufferings and great adversity, the reader will also find many light-hearted moments in the company of a host of English fiction''s greatest stars including Mr Micawber, Traddles, Uriah Heep, Creakle, Betsy Trotwood, and the Peggoty family.Few readers, arriving at the end of David Copperfield, will not wish to echo Thackeray’s famous praise, having read the first monthly part – ‘Bravo Dickens’.

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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of David Attenborough, the inspiring broadcaster and conservationist.Little David grew up in Leicester on the campus of a university, where his father was a professor. As a child, he spent hours in the science library, collating his own specimens and creating a mini animal museum. When he was old enough to go to university, he studied science and zoology – but what he wanted most of all was to be close to the animals he was studying.So, he started working in television, visiting animals in their natural habitats and telling the world the untold stories of these animals. Little David went on to become one of the most celebrated environmentalists on the planet, teaching generation after generation about the importance of the natural world.This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the broadcaster''s life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

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, Aristocrat, gambler, innovator and special forces legend, the life of David Stirling should need no retelling. His formation of the Special Air Service in the summer of 1941 led to a new form of warfare and Stirling is remembered as the father of special forces soldiering. But was he really a military genius or in fact a shameless self-publicist who manipulated people, and the truth, for this own ends? In this gripping and controversial biography Gavin Mortimer analyses Stirling's complex character: the childhood speech impediment that shaped his formative years, the pressure from his overbearing mother, his fraught relationship with his brother, Bill, and the jealousy and inferiority he felt in the presence of his SAS second-in-command, the cold-blooded killer Paddy Mayne. Stirling lived until old age, receiving a knighthood and plaudits from military forces around the world before his death in 1990. Yet as Mortimer dazzlingly shows, while Stirling was instrumental in selling the SAS to Churchill and senior officers, it was Mayne who really carried the regiment in the early days. Stirling was at best an incompetent soldier and at worst a foolhardy one, who jeopardised his men's live with careless talk and hare-brained missions. Drawing on interviews with SAS veterans who fought with Stirling and men who worked with him on his post-war projects, and examining recently declassified governments files about Stirling's involvement in Aden, Libya and GB75, Mortimer's riveting biography is incisive, bold, honest and written with his customary narrative panache. Impeccably researched and with the courage to challenge the mythical SAS 'brand', Mortimer brings to bear his unparalleled expertise as WW2's premier special forces historian to dig beneath the legend and reveal the real David Stirling, a man who dared and deceived.,

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King Charles III: environmental activist, monarch and head of the Commonwealth. Read all about the life of King Charles III, from his early days at boarding school and watching his mother become queen to his dedicated work as an environmental activist and becoming king himself, this book will take you on a royal tour through King Charles III's life. Celebrate the king's coronation and the beginning of his reign with this book that shines a light on the wonderful achievements that form King Charles III's legacy. Did you know that Charles has a frog named after him? Or that he's a qualified pilot and diver? How about that Charles is an accomplished artist? Find out everything there is to know about Great Britain's newest king with this remarkable history book. A Life Story: With striking black and white illustrations, this gripping series throws the reader directly into the lives of modern society's most influential figures. Also in the series: Queen Elizabeth II: A Life Story Katherine Johnson: A Life Story Stephen Hawking: A Life Story Alan Turing: A Life Story Rosalind Franklin: A Life Story Serena Williams: A Life Story Kamala Harris: A Life Story David Attenborough: A Life Story Emma Raducanu: A Life Story Captain Tom Moore: A Life Story

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After is a ground-breaking book for anyone curious about the scope of the human mind, the nature of consciousness, and the pursuit of a meaningful life.''Absorbing and convincing'' Daily MailAn Independent book of the month___What happens when we die?Ten per cent of people whose hearts stop, and then restart, report near-death experiences. Stories of lights, tunnels and reunion with late loved ones have been relayed - and dismissed - since ancient times. But when Dr Bruce Greyson''s patients started describing events that he simply could not dismiss, he began to investigate.In After, he shares the scientific revelations of four decades of research into the dying process. He has become increasingly convinced that dying is less an ending than a transition, the threshold between one form of consciousness and another. Dr Greyson challenges us to consider what these lessons can teach us about the relationship between our brain and our mind, expanding our understanding of consciousness and of what it means to be human.___''A book that will challenge your understanding about how the world works'' The Independent''[Dr Greyson is] a dominant force at the frontier of this intriguing field'' The Times''A major contribution to the study of what happens when we die, and will quickly prove to be a classic in near-death studies.'' Raymond Moody, author of Life After Life

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Eliminate stress and feel calm again with The Little Book of More Calm Colouring, a perfectly formed antidote to a busy life.From David Sinden and Victoria Kay, the creators of the bestselling The Little Book of Calm Colouring, this pocket-sized book is filled with more soothing, hand-illustrated artworks to colour in.Take a short relaxing breather from your day to colour the calming images and feel inspired by the poignant quotations that accompany each elegant artwork.

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This intriguing graphic novel exudes cult status, as it follows the life of David Bowie in the Berlin years of the 1970s.

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Experience the internet's most talked-about book, now a major motion picture, from Anna Todd, the writer Cosmopolitan called “the biggest literary phenomenon of her generation.” Now a Major Motion Picture on Netflix! There was the time before Tessa met Hardin, and then there’s everything AFTER... Life will never be the same. Tessa is a good girl with a sweet, reliable boyfriend back home. She’s got direction, ambition, and a mother who’s intent on keeping her that way. But she’s barely moved into her freshman dorm when she runs into Hardin. With his tousled brown hair, cocky British accent, and tattoos, Hardin is cute and different from what she’s used to. But he’s also rude - to the point of cruelty, even. For all his attitude, Tessa should hate Hardin. And she does - until she finds herself alone with him in his room. Something about his dark mood grabs her, and when they kiss it ignites within her a passion she’s never known before. He'll call her beautiful, then insist he isn’t the one for her and disappear again and again. Despite the reckless way he treats her, Tessa is compelled to dig deeper and find the real Hardin beneath all his lies. He pushes her away again and again, yet every time she pushes back, he only pulls her in deeper. Tessa already has the perfect boyfriend. So why is she trying so hard to overcome her own hurt pride and Hardin's prejudice about nice girls like her? Unless...could this be love?

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Anna Todd''s Afterfan fiction racked up 1 billion reads online and captivated readers across the globe. Experience the Internet''s most talked-about book, now newly revised and expanded, for yourself! There was the time before Tessa met Hardin, and then there''s everything AFTER...Life will never be the same. #Hessa Tessa is a good girl with a sweet, reliable boyfriend back home. She''s got direction, ambition, and a mother who''s intent on keeping her that way. But she''s barely moved into her freshman dorm when she runs into Hardin. With his tousled brown hair, cocky British accent, tattoos, and lip ring, Hardin is undeniably hot! But he''s also rude - to the point of cruelty, even. For all his attitude, Tessa shouldhate Hardin. And she does - until she finds herself alone with him in his room. Something about his dark mood grabs her, and when they kiss it ignites within her a passion she''s never known before. He''ll call her beautiful, then insist he isn''t the one for her and disappear again and again. Despite the reckless way he treats her, Tessa is compelled to dig deeper and find the real Hardin beneath all his lies. He pushes her away again and again, yet every time she pushes back, he only pulls her in deeper. Tessa already has the perfect boyfriend. So why is she trying so hard to overcome her own hurt pride and Hardin''s prejudice about nice girls like her? Unless…could this be love?

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A personal and moving book from an experienced psychologist and professional counsellor. Full of thoughtful insights that introduce alternative ways of thinking about dying, death and the journey of the soul after life.

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Danger is stalking Isabeau Boudreaux. After the deaths of her parents ten years ago during a violent attack that left her blind, remnants of her vision are returning. But a series of accidents has convinced her friends the Mackays of Somerset, Kentucky, that someone wants her dead. When a roadside blowout proves to be almost fatal for Isabeau and her good friend Angel, Angel''s brother mercenary Tracker Calloway knows this was no accident. After a particularly bloody job, the last thing Tracker wants to do is get involved. But whoever is after Isabeau almost hurt his sister, and Isabeau is the most beautiful woman he''s ever seen. Tracker is determined to protect her but knows staying away from Isabeau is impossible. He begins a steady seduction to tempt the innocent woman into a world of hunger like she could have never imagined. And keeping her is the only option - if he can save her from an unknown enemy as her sight begins to slowly return.

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Elektronická kniha - ze série Isabela, autor Ivana Peroutková, 112 stran, česky Už je to málem rok, co se Isabela zamilovala do Tomáše. Když však potkala jeho staršího bratra Kryštofa, vše se změnilo. Co ji k němu táhne? Proč jí najednou Tomáš připadá dětinský? A jak se má vyznat sama v sobě? Možná to vyřeší letní dovolená ve Francii, na kterou Isabela vyrazí s Tomášovou rodinou. Bretaň dívku okouzlí nejen divokým skalnatým pobřežím, ale i všudypřítomnou keltskou minulostí a bájí o krásné víle Vivianě, která očarovala Merlina. V takovém magickém kraji se může přihodit ledacos…

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V dětství a dospívání Isabela prožila mnohé: náhlou smrt svého královského otce, život v odloučení spolu s milovaným bratrem Alfonsem a duševně labilní matkou, přesun ke dvoru, kde vládne nevlastní bratr Jindřich, sváry uvnitř královské rodiny i mezi dvořany, které vedou až k vnitrozemské válce, a kupodivu i pravou lásku a přátelství. Nikdy ji však nenapadlo, že jí osud chystá kastilský trůn… Přesto se právě z ní stává proslulá i kontroverzní královna Isabela Kastilská. Sňatkem s Ferdinandem Aragonským umožňuje vznik nového, silnějšího Španělska, osobně se účastní války s Maury, podporuje výpravy do zámoří (včetně těch vedených Kryštofem Kolumbem), pod vlivem "otce inkvizice" Torquemady pronásleduje židy a kacíře. Zápasí s intrikami, složitými rodinnými vztahy i vlastním svědomím. Přísaha královny Isabely je jedním z prvních děl C. W. Gortnera, který si od doby vydání této knihy (2012) již získal mezinárodní uznání jako autor řady románů o významných ženských postavách světových dějin.

Objev podobné jako Přísaha královny Isabely - Christopher W. Gortner, Barbara Hajná

Isabela trhá šípky a vzpomíná, co se od léta stalo. Tehdy chodila s Tomášem, ale během prázdnin v Bretani se zamilovala do jeho staršího bratra Kryštofa. Snad i on k ní cítil něco víc, jenže po návratu z Francie je najednou všechno jinak. Isabela je zmatená. Jak se má chovat k Tomášovi? A co teprve ke Kryštofovi? Co bude dál, Isabela netuší, ví však, že trápit už se nechce. A její třinácté narozeniny se blíží…

Objev podobné jako Isabela a červené šípky - Ivana Peroutková

Kniha - autor C. W. Gortner, 382 stran, česky, pevná s přebalem lesklá V dětství a dospívání Isabela prožila mnohé: náhlou smrt svého královského otce, život v odloučení spolu s milovaným bratrem Alfonsem a duševně labilní matkou, přesun ke dvoru, kde vládne nevlastní bratr Jindřich, sváry uvnitř královské rodiny i mezi dvořany, které vedou až k vnitrozemské válce, a kupodivu i pravou lásku a přátelství. Nikdy ji však nenapadlo, že jí osud chystá kastilský trůn… Přesto se právě z ní stává proslulá i kontroverzní královna Isabela Kastilská. Sňatkem s Ferdinandem Aragonským umožňuje vznik nového, silnějšího Španělska, osobně se účastní války s Maury, podporuje výpravy do zámoří (včetně těch vedených Kryštofem Kolumbem), pod vlivem „otce inkvizice“ Torquemady pronásleduje židy a kacíře. Zápasí s intrikami, složitými rodinnými vztahy i vlastním svědomím. Přísaha královny Isabely je jedním z prvních děl C. W. Gortnera, který si od doby vydání této knihy (2012) již...

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The third and final updated edition of David Attenborough's classic Life trilogy. Life on Earth covered evolution, Living Planet , ecology, and now The Trials of Life tackles ethology, the study of how animals behave. 'This is, quite simply, the best thing I've ever done.' Sir David Attenborough on the TV series, The Trials of Life, upon which this book is based.This is the third and last of Sir David's great natural history books based on his TV series and competes his survey of the animal world that began with Life on Earth and continues with Living Planet. In Life on Earth, Sir David showed how each group of animals evolved. In Living Planet he looked at the way they have adapted to the whole range of habitats in which they live.Now, in Trials of Life, he completes the story by revealing how animals behave - and why.

Objev podobné jako The Trials of Life - David Attenborough

In the early days of my career, I didn't think I stood a hope in hell. Look at me: I'm short, stocky, slightly overweight, deep of voice, passionate, dark haired, olive skinned, hardly your typical Englishman. What chance did I have, going into the world of British theatre?David Suchet has been a stalwart of British stage and screen for fifty years. From Shakespeare to Oscar Wilde, Freud to Poirot, Edward Teller to Doctor Who, Harold Pinter to Terence Rattigan, Questions of Faith to Decline and Fall, right up to 2019's The Price, David has done it all. Throughout this spectacular career, David has never been without a camera, enabling him to vividly document his life in photographs. Seamlessly combining photo and memoir, Behind the Lens is the story of David's remarkable life, showcasing his wonderfully evocative photographs and accompanied by his insightful and engaging commentary.In Behind the Lens, David discusses his London upbringing and love of the city, his Jewish roots and how they have influenced his career, the importance of his faith, how he really feels about fame, his love of photography and music, and his processes as an actor. He looks back on his fifty-year career, including reflections on how the industry has changed, his personal highs and lows, and how he wants to be remembered. And, of course, life after Poirot and why he's still grieving for the eccentric Belgian detective.An autobiography with a difference, this is David Suchet as you've never seen him before - from behind the lens.'The book offers more insight into the mind and philosophy of this remarkable man than a more conventional biographical approach could have achieved' Country Life

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A new, fully updated edition of David Attenborough’s groundbreaking Life on Earth.David Attenborough’s unforgettable meeting with gorillas became an iconic moment for millions of television viewers. Life on Earth, the series and accompanying book, fundamentally changed the way we view and interact with the natural world setting a new benchmark of quality, influencing a generation of nature lovers.Told through an examination of animal and plant life, this is an astonishing celebration of the evolution of life on earth, with a cast of characters drawn from the whole range of organisms that have ever lived on this planet. Attenborough’s perceptive, dynamic approach to the evolution of millions of species of living organisms takes the reader on an unforgettable journey of discovery from the very first spark of life to the blue and green wonder we know today.To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the book’s first publication, David Attenborough revisited Life on Earth, completely updating and adding to the original text, taking account of modern scientific discoveries from around the globe. This paperback edition also includes more than 60 full colour photographs, chosen by the author to help illustrate the book in a much greater way than was possible forty years ago.This updated edition provides a fitting tribute to an enduring wildlife classic, destined to enthral the generation who saw it when first published and bring it alive for a whole new generation.

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Winner of the National Book Awards Autobiography of the YearThe long-awaited autobiography of one of Britain''s best-loved actors*As seen in David and Jay’s Touring Toolshed on BBC Two*Born the son of a Billingsgate market porter at the height of the Second World War, David Jason spent his early life dodging bombs and bullies, both with impish good timing. Giving up on an unloved career as an electrician, he turned his attention to acting and soon, through a natural talent for making people laugh, found himself working with the leading lights of British comedy in the 1960s and ''70s: Eric Idle, Michael Palin, Bob Monkhouse and Ronnie Barker. Barker would become a mentor to David, leading to hugely successful stints in Porridge and Open All Hours.It wasn''t until 1981, kitted out with a sheepskin jacket, a flat cap, and a clapped-out Reliant Regal, that David found the part that would capture the nation''s hearts: the beloved Derek ''Del Boy'' Trotter in Only Fools and Horses. Never a one-trick pony, he had an award-winning spell as TV''s favourite detective Jack Frost, took a country jaunt as Pop Larkin in the Darling Buds of May, and even voiced a crime-fighting cartoon rodent in the much-loved children''s show Danger Mouse.But life hasn''t all been so easy: from missing out on a key role in Dad''s Army to nearly drowning in a freak diving accident, David has had his fair share of ups and downs, and has lost some of his nearest and dearest along the way.David''s is a touching, funny and warm-hearted story, which charts the course of his incredible five decades at the top of the entertainment business. He''s been a shopkeeper and a detective inspector, a crime-fighter and a market trader, and he ain''t finished yet. As Del Boy would say, it''s all cushty.

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A refreshing, biblical, life-changing alternative to placing our individual desires and dreams above all else· Develop a legacy perspective on your life and family· Articulate and live out your mission and values· Recover from failures and celebrate successes· Tell your stories from generation to generation***We all want to live a life that matters--a life of meaning and significance. The problem is, when we think of a life that makes a difference, we think way too small. Our lives can and should make an impact today--and we should also be working toward building a legacy that lasts for generations to come.Rejecting the current work-hard-then-retire mindset, David Green, founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby, and Bill High call us to a biblical view of ourselves and our families--a generational mindset. With a paradigm-changing perspective, this book helps you · develop a legacy perspective on your life and family· articulate and live out your mission and values· recover from failures and celebrate successes· tell your stories from generation to generationIt may feel strange at first, but when you shift your mindset to understand your life in generational terms, you''ll discover that while you are not the story, you are part of a story that matters for eternity.***"''Legacy isn''t what we leave behind, but what we set in motion.'' In a me-centered culture, where faith and family take a back seat to financial success and notoriety, this provocative idea changes everything. If you''re interested in passing down more than money, not just for your kids but for generations to come, this is the book for you."--Jim Daly, president, Focus on the Family "In a world focused on short-term success, my friends David Green and Bill High call us to point our lives heavenward to set in motion a legacy of eternal significance. Like the ripples that emanate from a rock thrown into a pond, our influence for Christ can keep going on and on through our testimony, commitment, and passion for the gospel."--Dr. Robert Jeffress, pastor, First Baptist Dallas; Bible teacher, Pathway to Victory"Legacy is far more than money; legacy is a mindset that multiplies. Wherever life finds you, this heartwarming story of the power of belief and family will inspire you."--Lisa Bevere, New York Times bestselling author; cofounder, Messenger International"I believe that every human being wants to live a life that matters, but our world offers temporary solutions to silence our God-given ache. I used to try to quiet that cry I felt inside, but now I embrace it as sacred space, a place and a calling that only God can fill. You too can live a legacy life. You were made for more."--Sheila Walsh, author and TV host"With deep biblical wisdom and practical guidance, this book challenges us to steward our time, talents, and treasures for God''s glory and the good of those who come after us. If you''re looking to build a life that truly matters, this book is a must-read."--Jordan Raynor, bestselling author, The Sacredness of Secular Work and Redeeming Your Time

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Kniha - autor Ivana Peroutková; Marta Matus, 112 stran, česky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá Už je to málem rok, co se Isabela zamilovala do Tomáše. Když však potkala jeho staršího bratra Kryštofa, vše se změnilo. Co ji k němu táhne? Proč jí najednou Tomáš připadá dětinský? A jak se má vyznat sama v sobě? Možná to vyřeší letní dovolená ve Francii, na kterou Isabela vyrazí s Tomášovou rodinou. Bretaň dívku okouzlí nejen divokým skalnatým pobřežím, ale i všudypřítomnou keltskou minulostí a bájí o krásné víle Vivianě, která očarovala Merlina. V takovém magickém kraji se může přihodit ledacos…

Objev podobné jako Isabela a žluté útesy (978-80-00-07032-2)

John toys Malování Isabela Velká sada kosmetiky v růžovém balení nabízí malým slečnám vedle stínů na oči a lesku na rty, také zrcátko. Přednosti: dermatologicky testováno splňuje přísné EU normy Obsah balení: 2 x štěteček, 2 x aplikátor 19 x oční stíny, 12 x lesk na rty Kupte slečnám kosmetiku Isabela! Vhodné pro děti od 5 let Materiál obalu: plast

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Už je to málem rok, co se Isabela zamilovala do Tomáše. Když však potkala jeho staršího bratra Kryštofa, vše se změnilo. Co ji k němu táhne? Proč jí najednou Tomáš připadá dětinský? A jak se má vyznat sama v sobě? Možná to vyřeší letní dovolená ve Francii, na kterou Isabela vyrazí s Tomášovou rodinou. Bretaň dívku okouzlí nejen divokým skalnatým pobřežím, ale i všudypřítomnou keltskou minulostí a bájí o krásné víle Vivianě, která očarovala Merlina. V takovém magickém kraji se může přihodit ledacos…

Objev podobné jako Isabela a žluté útesy - Ivana Peroutková

Isabela je stále zamilovaná do Kryštofa, přemítá, jak udělat, aby o ni stál. Ale nechce už být smutná. Sejde se s bývalou kamarádkou Martinkou a přes ni pozná partu kluků, věnujících se graffiti. Isu to nadchne a na zeď chlívku namaluje kozla ze svého stáda. Druhý den náhodně potká Kryštofa, který ji požádá o pomoc s natočením filmu. Pro Isabelu se otvírá nová šance, ale i spousta otazníků.

Objev podobné jako Isabela a zelené šelmy - Ivana Peroutková

The long-awaited, complete guide to the popular, vigorous American method of yoga that is deeply rooted in ancient wisdom and scriptures “In this day and age of health and fitness trends, it is assuring to know that Sharon and David encourage their students to draw inspiration from the classical texts of Yoga and timeless scriptural sources. ”—Sri Swami Satchidananda Creators of the extremely popular Jivamukti Yoga method and cofounders of the New York City studios where it is taught, Sharon Gannon and David Life present their unique style of yoga for the first time in book form. As they explain their intensely physical and spiritual system of flowing postures, they provide inspiring expert instruction to guide you in your practice. Unlike many books about yoga, Jivamukti Yoga focuses not only on the physical postures but also on how they evolved—the origins of the practices in yoga’s ancient sacred texts and five-thousand-year-old traditions—the psychotherapeutic benefits that accrue with a steady practice, and the spiritual power that is set free when energy flows throughout the mind and body. Jivamukti Yoga, which means “soul liberation,” guides your body and soul into spiritual freedom, physical strength, peace of mind, better health, and Self-realization–the ultimate goal of any practice. Gannon and Life help you understand each of the practices that comprise the yoga path to enlightenment: AHIMSA–The Way of Compassion: choosing nonviolence, respecting all life, practicing vegetarianism, living free of prejudice ASANA–The Way of Connection to the Earth: postures and sequences, breathing, transforming energy, understanding the bandhas KARMA–The Way of Action: creating good karma, giving thanks NADAM–The Way of Sacred Music: appreciating the sacred sounds of yoga MEDITATION–The Way of the Witness: how to sit still and move inward BHAKTI–The Way of Devotion to God: living with love, grace, and peace Whatever yoga you practice, Jivamukti Yoga will help you to strengthen and deepen that practice and lead you onto a path of spiritual clarity and self-discovery. “If there is only one book you read about the practice of Yoga, this should be the one. . . . This book is for anyone who wishes to find transformation through Yoga. I’m grateful for their work and teaching.”—Stephan Rechtschaffen, MD, Co-founder & CEO, Omega Institute

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Get inspired — and prepared — for your best life at 50+ Living Your Best Life after 50 All-in-One For Dummies is your guide as you explore new opportunities and make the most of your fifties and the decades that follow. Find a new job, travel for weeks or months at a time, boost your health with yoga routines, take up pickleball—whatever it is you want to do, this book will inspire you to improve your life and show you how to get there. You’ll also find timely information about planning and budgeting for retirement, withdrawing money from IRAs and 401(k)s, and taking Social Security. With this fun- and information-packed Dummies resource, you can look forward to your future with enthusiasm and purpose. Change jobs, move up in your career, or get ready for retirementGet tips for travel, living like a nomad, cooking after the kids leave home, downsizing, and other handy topics for this time of your lifeStay in tip-top shape with fun activities like yoga and pickleballGet your finances in order and make sure you can live the life you want on Social Security and retirement income This book is a great choice for readers looking to make the second half of life the best half.

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Kniha - autor Ivana Peroutková, 104 stran, česky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá Isabele je jedenáct, bydlí v Praze a právě končí pátou třídu. V den vysvědčení se doma dozví nečekanou novinku: rodina se přestěhuje na venkov, kde chtějí maminka s tatínkem založit kozí farmu a hospodařit. Isabela je nejdřív nešťastná, ale život na statku si postupně zamiluje – jenže brzy zjistí, že už si nerozumí s kamarádkami z města. Najde k nim cestu zpátky? Jaká tajemství ji na venkově čekají? A jak se do všeho zaplete o rok starší Tomáš?

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Isabele je jedenáct, bydlí v Praze a právě končí pátou třídu. V den vysvědčení se doma dozví nečekanou novinku: rodina se přestěhuje na venkov, kde chtějí maminka s tatínkem založit kozí farmu a hospodařit. Isabela je nejdřív nešťastná, ale život na statku si postupně zamiluje – jenže brzy zjistí, že už si nerozumí s kamarádkami z města. Najde k nim cestu zpátky? Jaká tajemství ji na venkově čekají? A jak se do všeho zaplete o rok starší Tomáš?

Objev podobné jako Isabela a bílé mraky - Ivana Peroutková

Omalovánky a samolepky Ella&Max ISABELA všechno, co potřebujete k vytvoření brazilské kolekce. Kreativní omalovánky, vzory, samolepky - tyto knížky obsahují vše, co je třeba k vytváření nesčetných modelů podle módy jednotlivých kultur. Tradicemi inspirované náměty podněcují fantazii, a k tomu se děti dozvědí i pár zajímavých informací navrch. Jak jejich vrstevníci z blízkých i vzdálených zemí bydlí, jak se učí a baví, na jakých specialitách si pochutnávají. Vydejte se na objevitelské výpravy do vzdálených koutů světa.

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A fully updated new edition of David Attenborough’s bestselling classic.BIRDS. 11,000 species, the most widespread of all animals: on icebergs, in the Sahara or under the sea, at home in our gardens or flying for over a year at a time. Earthbound, we can only look and listen, enjoying their lightness, freedom and richness of plumage and song.David Attenborough has been watching and learning all his life. His classic book, now fully updated with the latest discoveries in ornithology, is a brilliant introduction to bird behaviours around the world: what they do and why they do it. He looks at each step in birds'' lives and the problems they have to solve: learning to fly; finding food; communicating; mating and caring for nests, eggs and young; migrating; facing dangers and surviving harsh conditions.Sir David has no equal in helping others to learn and making it exciting. His curiosity and enjoyment are infectious. He shows the lifelong pleasure that birds around us offer, and how much we miss if unaware of them.

Objev podobné jako The Life of Birds - David Attenborough

Audiokniha: Isabele je jedenáct, bydlí v Praze a právě končí pátou třídu. V den vysvědčení se doma dozví nečekanou novinku: rodina se přestěhuje na venkov, kde chtějí maminka s tatínkem založit kozí farmu a hospodařit. Isabela je nejdřív nešťastná, ale život na statku si postupně zamiluje – jenže brzy zjistí, že už si nerozumí s kamarádkami z města. Najde k nim cestu zpátky? Jaká tajemství ji na venkově čekají? A jak se do všeho zaplete o rok starší Tomáš?

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Dylan Jones's engrossing, magisterial biography of David Bowie is unlike any Bowie story ever written. Drawn from over 180 interviews with friends, rivals, lovers, and collaborators, some of whom have never before spoken about their relationship with Bowie, this oral history weaves a hypnotic spell as it unfolds a remarkable rise to stardom and an unparalleled artistic path. Tracing Bowie's life from the English suburbs to London to New York to Los Angeles, Berlin, and beyond, its collective voices describe a man profoundly shaped by his relationship with his schizophrenic half-brother Terry; an intuitive artist who could absorb influences through intense relationships and yet drop people cold when they were no longer of use; and a social creature equally comfortable partying with John Lennon and dining with Frank Sinatra. By turns insightful and deliciously gossipy, DAVID BOWIE is as intimate a portrait as may ever be drawn. It sparks with admiration and grievances, lust and envy, as the speakers bring you into studios and bedrooms they shared with Bowie, and onto stages and film sets, opening corners of his mind and experience that transform our understanding of both artist and art. Including illuminating, never-before-seen material from Bowie himself, drawn from a series of Jones's interviews with him across two decades, DAVID BOWIE is an epic, unforgettable cocktail-party conversation about a man whose enigmatic shapeshifting and irrepressible creativity produced one of the most sprawling, fascinating lives of our time.

Objev podobné jako David Bowie: A Life - Dylan Jones

A fully updated new edition of David AttenboroughÂ’s bestselling classic.BIRDS. 11,000 species, the most widespread of all animals: on icebergs, in the Sahara or under the sea, at home in our gardens or flying for over a year at a time. Earthbound, we can only look and listen, enjoying their lightness, freedom and richness of plumage and song.David Attenborough has been watching and learning all his life. His classic book, now fully updated with the latest discoveries in ornithology, is a brilliant introduction to bird behaviours around the world: what they do and why they do it. He looks at each step in birds'' lives and the problems they have to solve: learning to fly; finding food; communicating; mating and caring for nests, eggs and young; migrating; facing dangers and surviving harsh conditions.Sir David has no equal in helping others to learn and making it exciting. His curiosity and enjoyment are infectious. He shows the lifelong pleasure that birds around us offer, and how much we miss if unaware of them.

Objev podobné jako The Life of Birds - David Attenborough

Joe the Bouncer seeks a killer on the darkest sides of New York City in this captivating hard-boiled mystery from David Gordon. Joe Brody, ex-Special Forces operative with post-traumatic stress syndrome so severe it drove him to drug abuse and almost ruined him, is getting his life back together. Living with his grandmother in Queens, Joe has taken a simple job as a strip club bouncer, a role where he can spend his nights reading the classics. The only catch is that his childhood friend Gio Caprisi, now head of New York''s Italian Mafia, relies on Joe''s extra-legal expertise when things get particularly nasty on the streets.Recently, New York''s criminal underworld has been shaken by the disappearance of its most successful call girls. As a pattern emerges, the women''s sudden departures come to resemble something deeply concerning – the work of a serial kidnapper. When a woman turns up dead, the hunt for the predator behind it all becomes even more urgent. To find the killer, Joe will have to plunge into the seediest fringes of Manhattan and its surrounding boroughs on another wild ride.Reviews for David Gordon''David Gordon brings an outstanding new voice to the contemporary crime novel'' Robert Crais''A unique and worthwhile series'' CrimeReads''Gordon knows how to write a potboiler'' LA Times

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A poignant, multi-generational saga of a mixed-race family in the US West and South from the antebellum period through the rise of Jim Crow.When Samuel Townsend died at his home in Madison County, Alabama, in November 1856, the fifty-two-year-old white planter left behind hundreds of slaves, thousands of acres of rich cotton land, and a net worth of approximately $200,000. In life, Samuel had done little to distinguish himself from other members of the South''s elite slaveholding class. But he made a name for himself in death by leaving almost the entirety of his fortune to his five sons, four daughters, and two nieces: all of them his slaves. In this deeply researched, movingly narrated portrait of the extended Townsend family, R. Isabela Morales reconstructs the migration of this mixed-race family across the American West and South over the second half of the nineteenth century. Searching for communities where they could exercise their newfound freedom and wealth to the fullest, members of the family homesteaded and attended college in Ohio and Kansas; fought for the Union Army in Mississippi; mined for silver in the Colorado Rockies; and, in the case of one son, returned to Alabama to purchase part of the old plantation where he had once been held as a slave. In Morales''s telling, the Townsends'' story maps a new landscape of opportunity and oppression, where the meanings of race and freedom--as well as opportunities for social and economic mobility--were dictated by highly local circumstances. During the turbulent period between the Civil War and the rise of Jim Crow at the turn of the twentieth century, the Townsends carved out spaces where they were able to benefit from their money and mixed-race ancestry, pass down generational wealth, and realize some of their happy dreams of liberty.

Objev podobné jako Happy Dreams of Liberty - R. Isabela Morales