The Immortal Nicholas

The Immortal Nicholas
Author: Glenn Beck
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2015-10-27
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1476798842

"Bestselling author Glenn Beck re-tells the story of Santa Claus, imagining him at the first Christmas and casting him as a guardian for the infant and adult Jesus"--

I Will Survive

I Will Survive
Author: Gloria Gaynor
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
Total Pages: 253
Release: 2014-03-11
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1466865954

I Will Survive is the story of Gloria Gaynor, America's "Queen of Disco." It is the story of riches and fame, despair, and finally salvation. Her meteoric rise to stardom in the mid-1970s was nothing short of phenomenal, and hits poured forth that pushed her to the top of the charts, including "Honey Bee," "I Got You Under My Skin," "Never Can Say Goodbye," and the song that has immortalized her, "I Will Survive," which became a #1 international gold seller. With that song, Gloria heralded the international rise of disco that became synonymous with a way of life in the fast lane - the sweaty bodies at Studio 54, the lines of cocaine, the indescribable feeling that you could always be at the top of your game and never come down. But down she came after her early stardom, and problems followed in the wake, including the death of her mother, whose love had anchored the young singer, as well as constant battles with weight, drugs, and alcohol. While her fans always imagined her to be rich, her personal finances collapsed due to poor management; and while many envied her, she felt completely empty inside. In the early 1980s, sustained by her marriage to music publisher Linwood Simon, Gloria took three years off and reflected upon her life. She visited churches and revisited her mother's old Bible. Discovering the world of gospel, she made a commitment to Christ that sustains her to this day.

Bright Lights, Dark Places

Bright Lights, Dark Places
Author: Debra Gauthier
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011-07-12
Genre: Crime
ISBN: 9781617772238

Little could stand in Debra Gauthier's way. A marathon runner, Debra excelled in the Police Academy, garnering respect as one of the few female police officers in Las Vegas. However, through her twenty-one years on the police force, Debra faced discrimination in the male-dominated profession, suffering demotions and unsafe working conditions when other officers would not provide backup. In addition to the disappointment of injustice, she struggled with her sexuality, becoming entrenched in a homosexual lifestyle. After establishing an identity as a respected police officer, Debra was devastated when her career crumbled. Bright Lights, Dark Places thoughtfully expresses the painful reality of combating biased attitudes and the joy that comes from surpassing limitations. Packed with fascinating stories of a vibrant career, from teaching at the academy to pioneering a bicycle patrol, Bright Lights, Dark Places gives you an inside look at the career of one of the first female officers in Las Vegas. You will be encouraged by this powerful story of one woman finding grace to overcome trials.

The Lady of Shalott

The Lady of Shalott
Author: Alfred Tennyson Baron Tennyson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 96
Release: 1881
Genre: Arthurian romances
ISBN:

A narrative poem about the death of Elaine, "the lily maid of Astolat".

Nature's Palette

Nature's Palette
Author: Patrick Baty
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 143
Release: 2021-05-18
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0691217041

This fully realized colour catalogue includes elegant contemporary illustrations of every animal, plant or mineral cited in Syme's edition of “Werner's nomenclature of colours”

Mayflower Dreams

Mayflower Dreams
Author: Karen Petit
Publisher: WestBow Press
Total Pages: 365
Release: 2017-10-27
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1973603616

Deep inside the common house, William Bradford coughed and wheezed. His face was as gray as the smoke from the fire. His right hand tried to roll a large barrel of gunpowder toward the door while his left hand pressed against the wall for support. Pieces of smoldering straw fell down from the roof, landing on him and the barrel. Thou art too sick to move that barrel. Let us help thee. Before, during, and after the 1620 voyage on the Mayflower, the Pilgrims experienced a common house fire, other challenges, and many accomplishments. Their journey is explored by Rose Hopkins when she travels backward in time and meets her ancestors through Mayflower Dreams. Within her reality and dreams, Rose finds that her modern life connects to Pilgrim history and culture. In her reality, Rose has problems living in the present. She is often late and is separated from her husband. She connects to her ancestors as she uses a sampler to look for a watch. Her journey includes visiting Pilgrim Hall Museum, Plymouth Rock, Plimoth Plantation, and the Mayflower II. In her dreams, Rose uses lucid dreaming techniques to create a dream story. She meets many Pilgrims, including John Robinson, the pastor of the Puritans. The Pilgrim history, lifestyle, dialogue, and dreams of religious freedom are realistically displayed within Roses dream story.

Dangerous Bloodlines

Dangerous Bloodlines
Author: Julien P. Ayotte
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Adopted children
ISBN: 9781311033840

Francoise Dupont, now Queen Farah of an oil-rich Middle Eastern country, continues the search for her sons, given up for adoption at birth. Thirty-five years later, their lives now are at risk from ruthless enemies of her husband, the King. A page-turning journey from Paris to Stockholm, to the vineyards of Orvieto, Italy, and to the remote hospital in war-torn Ethiopia, Dangerous Bloodlines will keep you guessing.

Cow Yoga

Cow Yoga
Author: Willow Creek Press
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Cows
ISBN: 9781623439569

Bovine fascination with yoga is sweeping pastures throughout the world. Cows are turning to this ancient discipline in herds to reap the benefits of relaxation, improved flexibility, and increased milk production. Impossible? One might think so if this fascinating book didn't provide photographic proof of Guernseys, Holsteins and other contented cows demonstrating 45 classic yoga poses including Downward Facing Bovine (Udder Mooca Svavasana) and Salutation (Hooven Skyhigh). Each amazing full-color photograph is accompanied by an inspiring quotation to motivate readers on their own path to self-fulfillment.

What Chickens Teach Us

What Chickens Teach Us
Author: Willow Creek Press
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Chickens
ISBN: 9781623439545

Chickens live simple, unassuming lives, and that in itself is a lesson we can draw upon to improve ourselves as people. But observe them closely and we find even more examples of life's teachings that can help us become better friends to one another. Forty-five delightful full-color photos of chickens going about their daily business matched with charming lessons provide us valuable insights into living a fuller life - and that's something to crow about!