Unbuttoned Sleeves

Unbuttoned Sleeves
Author: Simone Forti
Publisher:
Total Pages: 120
Release: 2006
Genre: Art
ISBN:

A poetry and prose project by Simone Forti, Terrence Luke Johnson, Sarah Swenson and Douglas Wadle.

Open Shutters

Open Shutters
Author: Mary Jo Salter
Publisher: Knopf
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2013-11-13
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 0307539369

Mary Jo Salter’s sparkling new collection, Open Shutters, leads us into a world where things are often not what they seem. In the first poem, “Trompe l’Oeil,” the shadow-casting shutters on Genoese houses are made of paint only, an “open lie.” And yet “Who needs to be correct / more often than once a day? / Who needs real shadow more than play?” Open Shutters also calls to mind the lens of a camera—in the villanelle “School Pictures” or in the stirring sequence “In the Guesthouse,” which, inspired by photographs of a family across three generations, offers at once a social history of America and a love story. Darkness and light interact throughout the book—in poems about September 11; about a dog named Shadow; about a blind centenarian who still pretends to read the paper; about a woman shaken by the death of her therapist. A section of light verse highlights the wit and grace that have long distinguished Salter’s most serious work. Fittingly, the volume fools the eye once more by closing with “An Open Book,” in which a Muslim family praying at a funeral seek consolation in the pages formed by their upturned palms. Open Shutters is the achievement of a remarkable poet, whose concerns and stylistic range continue to grow, encompassing ever larger themes, becoming ever more open.

The rover

The rover
Author: Joseph Conrad
Publisher:
Total Pages: 304
Release: 1923
Genre:
ISBN:

The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad: Novels, Short Stories, Memoirs, Essays & Letters

The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad: Novels, Short Stories, Memoirs, Essays & Letters
Author: Joseph Conrad
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 6133
Release: 2023-12-08
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN:

In 'The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad', readers are presented with a comprehensive collection of the esteemed author's novels, short stories, memoirs, essays, and letters. Known for his intricate narrative style and exploration of themes such as colonialism, human nature, and the moral complexities of life, Conrad's work remains highly influential in the realm of English literature. This extensive compilation allows readers to delve into Conrad's nuanced storytelling and gain a deeper understanding of his literary contributions to the modernist movement. Each piece showcases Conrad's adept use of language and his ability to create compelling characters and thought-provoking plots. The book provides a valuable insight into the socio-political context of the time, as well as the personal experiences that shaped Conrad's perspective and writing style. As a prominent figure in English literature, Conrad's works continue to captivate readers with their timeless relevance and profound insights into the human condition. 'The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad' is a must-read for enthusiasts of classic literature and those interested in delving into the complexities of the human psyche through the lens of a master storyteller.

Still Waters

Still Waters
Author: Jennifer Lauck
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 433
Release: 2002-03-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0743444280

Anger is a poison ivy in the heart and if it grows unchecked, it covers all the soft spaces where you love and understand and feel joy. There's power in anger, sure, a power that can help you survive. But true wisdom is in knowing when to let it go. In Still Waters, Jennifer Lauck continues the riveting true story begun in her critically acclaimed memoir, Blackbird. Clutching her pink trunk filled with secret treasures, the last relics of a lost childhood, twelve-year-old Jenny steps off a bus in Reno and straight into the wide-open future, where no path is certain except that of her own heart....Separated from her brother, Bryan, and passed from caretaker to caretaker, Jenny endures as she always has: by following the inner compass of the survivor. But when Bryan chooses a shocking, tragic destiny, Jenny must at last confront the secrets, lies, and loneliness that have held her prisoner for years. Embarking on a search for answers, the adult Jenny discovers that the past cannot be locked away forever -- even when unraveling one's own anger and pain seems an impossible feat. Now, in the warmth and understanding of her marriage, in the eyes of her child, and in powerful conversations with a dynamic young priest, Jennifer finds her own miracles. A hardened heart learns to love. A damaged soul finds peace. And life, once merely a matter of survival, becomes rich with the joys of truly living.

The Jungle

The Jungle
Author: Clive Cussler
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 363
Release: 2012-07-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0141963093

Juan Cabrillo faces a global deadly threat in Clive Cussler's The Jungle. Juan Cabrillo and the crew of the Oregon are up against their smartest foe yet - but in their midst there is a traitor . . . After losing their contract with the US government because of a daring raid too far, Cabrillo and his crew of mercenaries with a conscience are earning money the hard way: doing dirty, dangerous little jobs in the world's trouble spots. Now they've accepted a mission deep to find a missing adventurer deep in the jungles of Myanmar. But it is not long before Cabrillo and his team realise that they have been set up. Cabrillo - betrayed, tortured and played for a fool - is angry that he's been used as a pawn in someone's deadly scheme. But with the US nuclear launch codes up for grabs and a madman bent on using them to hold millions of lives to ransom, he hasn't time to worry about revenge. He's got to save the world first . . . The number-one bestseller Clive Cussler, author of the thrilling Dirk Pitt novels Treasure of Khan andTrojan Odyssey, and co-author Jack Du Brul tell a gripping story of adventure, treachery and betrayal in the eighth Oregon Files novel. The Jungle is preceded by Corsair and The Silent Sea. Praise for Clive Cussler: 'Frightening and full of suspense . . . unquestionably entertaining' Daily Express 'All-action, narrow escapes and the kind of unrelenting plot tension that has won Cussler hundreds of millions of fans worldwide' Observer

Mending Horses

Mending Horses
Author: M.P. Barker
Publisher: Holiday House
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2014-01-31
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0823431568

A poetic and critically acclaimed historical novel set in 1840s New England that touches on prejudice, dangerous secrets, and the true meaning of family. Daniel Linnehan is an indentured servant no more. He has his papers, his beloved horse, Ivy, and a new direction in life. But in 1840s Massachusetts, a scruffy-looking Irish teenager wearing fine clothes and riding an even finer horse is asking for trouble. After innocent Daniel winds up beaten and in the constable's custody, the peddler Jonathan Stocking takes him under his wing. Billy, a young boy also traveling with Mr. Stocking, is not thrilled that the two must work together in a traveling circus. And when Daniel realizes that Billy is actually a girl in disguise, pieces of Billy's troubled family life come to light. All too soon, past secrets catch up to them, bringing danger and heartache.

Historical Costumes of England - From the Eleventh to the Twentieth Century

Historical Costumes of England - From the Eleventh to the Twentieth Century
Author: N. Bradfield
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 530
Release: 2017-09-15
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 147334137X

This vintage book contains a comprehensive account of clothing fashions and trends from the eleventh century to the twentieth century. It contains detailed descriptions, fascinating historical information, and illustrations copied from contemporary paintings, engravings and tapestries, monumental brasses and effigies, photographs, and the actual dresses. Contents include: "William the Conqueror (1066-1087)", "William Rufus (1087-1100)", "Women's Fashions (1066-1100)", "Henry I and Stephen (1100-1154)", "Women's Fashions (1100-1114)", "Henry II ad Richard (1134-1199)", "Women's Fashions (1154-1199)", "John and Henry III (1199-1272)", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with its original artwork and text.