Boston Adventure

Boston Adventure
Author: Jean Stafford
Publisher: New York Review of Books
Total Pages: 513
Release: 2021-06-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1681375370

A provocative story of class struggle, privilege, and poverty that put American author Jean Stafford on the map. Growing up in a fishing village north of Boston between the wars, Sonie, the child of immigrants, is so poor that she must “sleep on a pallet made of old coats and comforters.” She can only dream of the feather beds and perfumed soap to be found in the great city across the bay. In the summers, while helping her mother clean rooms in a shoreside hotel, she keeps company with the austere and fascinating Miss Pride. Years pass, and Sonie—now the caretaker of her fragile mother—receives an invitation from Miss Pride to move to Beacon Hill and be her personal secretary. Salvation, she thinks, is at hand. In Boston, Sonie does come to know a new and broader world, one in which she mingles with both blue bloods and louche European refugees, and yet her troubles, she discovers, are hardly over. Boston Adventure was published when Jean Stafford was twenty-nine, and it was an immediate best seller. Combining Dickensian color and Proustian insight in its depiction of an isolated but determined young woman, it looks forward to Stafford’s celebrated novel The Mountain Lion as well as to the short stories for which she would be awarded a Pulitzer Prize in 1970.

Movies and the Moral Adventure of Life

Movies and the Moral Adventure of Life
Author: Alan A. Stone
Publisher: MIT Press
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2007-08-17
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 0262261189

Essays on small art films and big-budget blockbusters, including Antonia's Line, American Beauty, Schindler's List, and The Passion of the Christ, that view films as life lessons, enlarging our sense of human possibilities. For Alan Stone, a one-time Freudian analyst and former president of the American Psychiatric Society, movies are the great modern, democratic medium for exploring our individual and collective lives. They provide occasions for reflecting on what he calls “the moral adventure of life”: the choices people make—beyond the limits of their character and circumstances—in response to life's challenges. The quality of these choices is, for him, the measure of a life well lived. In this collection of his film essays, Stone reads films as life texts. He is engaged more by their ideas than their visual presentation, more by their power to move us than by their commercial success. Stone writes about both art films and big-budget Hollywood blockbusters. And he commands an extraordinary range of historical, literary, cultural, and scientific reference that reflects his impressive personal history: professor of law and medicine, football player at Harvard in the late 1940s, director of medical training at McLean Hospital, and advisor to Attorney General Janet Reno on behavioral science. In the end, Stone's enthusiasms run particularly to films that embrace the sheer complexity of life, and in doing so enlarge our sense of human possibilities: in Antonia's Line, he sees an emotionally vivid picture of a world beyond patriarchy; in Thirteen Conversations about One Thing, the power of sheer contingency in human life; and in American Beauty, how beauty in ordinary experience draws us outside ourselves, and how beauty and justice are distinct goods, with no intrinsic connection. Other films discussed in these essays (written between 1993 and 2006 for Boston Review) include Un Coeur en Hiver, Schindler's List, Pulp Fiction, Thirteen Days, the 1997 version of Lolita, The Battle of Algiers, The Passion of the Christ, Persuasion, and Water.

Boston Jane: An Adventure

Boston Jane: An Adventure
Author: Jennifer L. Holm
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2010-01-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375893997

Fans of adventure, romance, and a strong heroine will love this this action-packed historical trilogy by three-time Newbery Honor winner and New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Holm. 1855. The unknown wilds of the Pacific Northwest—a land not yet tamed, and certainly not fitting for a proper young lady! Yet that’s just where Miss Jane Peck finds herself. After a tumultuous childhood on the wrong side of Philadelphia high society, Jane is trying to put aside her reckless ways and be accepted as a proper young lady. And so when handsome William Baldt proposes, she joyfully accepts and prepares to join him in a world away from her home in Washington Territory. But Miss Hepplewhite’ s straitlaced finishing school was hardly preparation for the treacherous months at sea it takes to get there, the haunting loss she’ll face on the way, or the colorful characters and crude life that await her on the frontier.

Hide and Seek Boston

Hide and Seek Boston
Author: Erin Guendelsberger
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 31
Release: 2019-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1728216060

Beantown comes to life in the ultimate hide and seek adventure for kids and readers of all ages! The mayor of Boston needs your help! A museum is opening up a new exhibit on the greatest things in Boston, the best city in the world, and needs YOU to search for the items and find them before the museum opens! In this can-you-find activity book for kids ages 6-10, search for a Triceratops hidden among the crowds at the Harvard Museum of Natural History and a statue of a gorilla at Franklin Park Zoo, or try to spot the red lobster in bustling Boston Public Market. An interactive adventure for kids living near or far, this bright and engaging seek and find book is a perfect gift for Bostonians and Massachusetts natives and a great Christmas stocking stuffer or travel souvenir. Children will love searching for the items among some of Boston's most popular and iconic sights and landmarks, including: Massachusetts State House Boston Public Market Museum of Science USS Constitution Public Garden New England Aquarium Faneuil Hall Carson Beach Boston Logan International Airport Franklin Park Zoo

Boston Jacky

Boston Jacky
Author: Louis A. Meyer
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 373
Release: 2013
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0547974957

Humor, drama, and adventure abound as the irrepressible Jacky Faber finds herself back in BostonNand in trouble with the law! 5 1/2 x 8 1/4.

The Adventures of Boston

The Adventures of Boston
Author: Elzie Lynn Culp
Publisher:
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2018-09-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781643001739

Boston, the nosy beagle, finds himself off the leash and on the run following his nose into adventures with a raging bucking bull, galloping pronghorn antelope, and a harrowing thunderstorm. As Boston discovers the world around him, the reader will discover interesting facts with Boston, including wildlife, thunderstorms, and bull riding.

Boston Tea Party

Boston Tea Party
Author: James E. Knight
Publisher: Troll Communications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998-09
Genre: Boston Tea Party, Boston, Mass., 1773
ISBN: 9780816748020

A Boston merchant describes the day-to-day events leading up to and including the famous Boston Tea Party rebellion. Book sin this series of history tells absorbing stories while relaying to the reader important information about life during the colonization of America. Illustrations.

Adventure

Adventure
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 600
Release: 1918
Genre: Adventure stories
ISBN:

Top 50 Best Things to do in Boston, Massachusetts

Top 50 Best Things to do in Boston, Massachusetts
Author: Nicholas Khatch
Publisher: NK
Total Pages: 133
Release: 2023-07-31
Genre: Travel
ISBN:

Welcome to this comprehensive list of 50 incredible things to do in Boston, Massachusetts. This vibrant city, steeped in history and culture, offers an array of unforgettable experiences for every type of traveler. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this list aims to provide you with a diverse range of activities that showcase the best of what Boston has to offer. Embark on a journey through time by exploring the historic Freedom Trail, where you'll walk in the footsteps of the American Revolution. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history as you visit landmarks like the Paul Revere House and the Old North Church. Take a break from history and discover Boston's vibrant neighborhoods, each with its own unique character and charm. Wander through the narrow streets of the North End, also known as Boston's Little Italy, and savor a delicious cannoli or plate of homemade pasta. Venture to Beacon Hill, where you'll be captivated by its picturesque cobblestone streets and elegant Federal-style townhouses. For art enthusiasts, Boston boasts a remarkable array of museums and cultural institutions. Marvel at world-class masterpieces at the Museum of Fine Arts, featuring works from renowned artists spanning centuries and continents. Step into the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, where you'll be transported to a Venetian-style palace filled with breathtaking art collections and lush gardens. If you prefer contemporary art, the Institute of Contemporary Art offers thought-provoking exhibits and a stunning waterfront location. Sports fans will find their haven in Boston, a city passionate about its teams. Catch a game at Fenway Park, the oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball, and cheer alongside dedicated Red Sox fans. Immerse yourself in the electric atmosphere of a Celtics basketball game or a Bruins hockey match at the TD Garden, where the roar of the crowd will leave you exhilarated. Beyond the well-known attractions, Boston invites you to explore its natural beauty. Take a leisurely stroll along the scenic Harborwalk and admire the breathtaking views of the Boston skyline and waterfront. Explore the lush landscapes of the Arnold Arboretum or enjoy a picnic on the banks of the Charles River Esplanade. For a unique outdoor experience, take a ferry to the Boston Harbor Islands and discover these picturesque islands that offer a tranquil retreat from the bustling city. Whether you're a history buff, an art aficionado, a sports enthusiast, or simply someone seeking memorable experiences, Boston promises to deliver. Its rich history, diverse culture, and welcoming spirit make it a city that captivates and inspires. So, immerse yourself in the wonders of Boston, create lifelong memories, and let this list be your guide to an unforgettable adventure in this remarkable city.