Man Talk - The Sequel

Man Talk - The Sequel
Author: David Hughes
Publisher: Andrews UK Limited
Total Pages: 263
Release: 2018-05-01
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0722348290

This is the second book by David Hughes on the subject of his own personal feelings and opinions of the world he lives and exists in, covering 2010 to 2017, with updates and new and more interesting personal thoughts, experiences and actual true facts. The book details his acquired knowledge and the beliefs that he has obtained as he trawled through the world around him. His life has been totally different and is far more complex in comparison to the world in which most persons will exist. The world has had the little red book and the little black book and now there is the little blue book!

The Truth about Grace

The Truth about Grace
Author: Cassie Dandridge Selleck
Publisher:
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2018
Genre: African Americans
ISBN: 9780998198316

Eldred Mims has died in prison after serving time for a crime he did not commit. When Ora Lee Beckworth decides to set the record straight, her confession leaves Blanche Lowery's daughters, Patrice and Grace, to grapple with the aftermath of a lifetime of lies. Now the sisters must reframe everything they thought they knew about their mother, their brother, and the man they knew as Eddie.

Little Men: Life at Plumfield with Jo's Boys & A Sequel - Jo's Boys and How They Turned Out (Children's Classics Series - Illustrated Edition)

Little Men: Life at Plumfield with Jo's Boys & A Sequel - Jo's Boys and How They Turned Out (Children's Classics Series - Illustrated Edition)
Author: Louisa May Alcott
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 390
Release: 2015-12-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 8026849248

This carefully crafted ebook: “Little Men: Life at Plumfield with Jo's Boys & A Sequel - Jo's Boys and How They Turned Out (Children's Classics Series - Illustrated Edition)” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Little Men recounts six months in the life of the students at Plumfield, a school run by Professor Friedrich and Mrs. Josephine Bhaer. The story begins with the arrival of Nat Blake, a shy young orphan who used to earn a living playing the violin. We are introduced to the majority of the characters through his eyes. Personal relationships are central to the school, and diversity is celebrated. Jo's Boys, and How They Turned Out is a sequel to "Little Men". In it, Jo's "children," now grown, are caught up in real world troubles. The book mostly follows the lives of Plumfield boys who were introduced in Little Men, particularly Tommy, Emil, Demi, Nat, Dan, and Professor Bhaer and Jo's sons Rob and Teddy, although the others make frequent appearances as well. The book takes place ten years after Little Men. Dolly and George are college students dealing with the temptations of snobbery, arrogance, self-indulgence and vanity. Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an American novelist and poet best known as the author of the novel Little Women (1868) and its sequels Little Men (1871) and Jo's Boys (1886). Henry James called her "The novelist of children... the Thackeray, the Trollope, of the nursery and the schoolroom."

Little Men & Jo's Boys: A Sequel (With Original Illustrations)

Little Men & Jo's Boys: A Sequel (With Original Illustrations)
Author: Louisa May Alcott
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 510
Release: 2023-11-20
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

Louisa May Alcott's "Little Men & Jo's Boys: A Sequel (With Original Illustrations)" is a heartwarming tale set in the literary context of the late 19th century. The book follows the lives of Jo March and her husband, as they run a school for boys and encounter various trials and adventures. Alcott's charming writing style captures the innocence of childhood and the complexities of growing up, making this a timeless piece of children's literature. The inclusion of original illustrations adds to the immersive reading experience, bringing the characters and setting to life. Fans of Alcott's beloved classic "Little Women" will appreciate this continuation of the March family saga.Louisa May Alcott drew inspiration from her own upbringing in writing this sequel, drawing on her experiences with education and family dynamics. Her deep understanding of human nature shines through in the characters she creates, making them relatable and endearing. Alcott's dedication to providing moral lessons and emotional depth makes this book a must-read for both young readers and adults alike, offering valuable insights into the joys and challenges of growing up.I highly recommend reading "Little Men & Jo's Boys" to anyone looking for a heartwarming and thought-provoking story that celebrates the joys of childhood and the importance of family and friendship. Louisa May Alcott's timeless writing style and engaging characters make this book a true classic in the world of children's literature.

The Sequel

The Sequel
Author: Jeffery Deaver
Publisher: Mulholland Books
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2016-12-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0316361127

When a lawyer discovers the possible existence of a lost, secret second novel from America's favorite writer, all hell breaks loose. For years, Frederick Lowell has quietly managed the estate of the revered novelist Edward Goodwin. Though the author of only one novel, that book has gone on to sell hundreds of millions of copies, keeping Lowell comfortable, as well as Goodwin's ne'er-do-well and feckless children. Then word comes that a sequel to the novel may in fact exist, and Lowell becomes a detective, navigating a series of startling twists that take him from a Hamptons retreat to a state penitentiary, from a Westchester homestead to a decaying Southern hotel. "The Sequel" is Jeffrey Deaver at his finest, diabolically plotted and filled with rich characterizations. "The Sequel" by Jeffrey Deaver is one of 20 short stories within Mulholland Books's Strand Originals series, featuring thrilling stories by the biggest names in mystery from the Strand Magazine archives. View the full series list at mulhollandbooks.com and listen to them all!

Encyclopedia of Film Themes, Settings and Series

Encyclopedia of Film Themes, Settings and Series
Author: Richard B. Armstrong
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 239
Release: 2015-07-11
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1476612307

The first editon was called "the most valuable film reference in several years" by Library Journal. The new edition published in hardcover in 2001 includes more than 670 entries. The current work is a paperback reprint of that edition. Each entry contains a mini-essay that defines the topic, followed by a chronological list of representative films. From the Abominable Snowman to Zorro, this encyclopedia provides film scholars and fans with an easy-to-use reference for researching film themes or tracking down obscure movies on subjects such as suspended animation, viral epidemics, robots, submarines, reincarnation, ventriloquists and the Olympics ("Excellent" said Cult Movies). The volume also contains an extensive list of film characters and series, including B-movie detectives, Western heroes, made-for-television film series, and foreign film heroes and villains.