The Chequer Board

The Chequer Board
Author: Nevil Shute
Publisher: Alien Ebooks
Total Pages: 397
Release: 2023-03-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1667602837

The Chequer Board tells the story of five men who meet in a military hospital during World War II. The men are from different backgrounds and have had different life experiences, but they are brought together by their experiences of war and injury. The novel follows each man's personal journey, as they struggle to come to terms with their injuries and the impact of the war on their lives. The five men make a pact to meet again in ten years, to see how their lives have progressed. The novel then shifts to their individual stories, as each man faces his own challenges and obstacles in the years that follow. The novel explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, love, and the impact of war on individuals and society. Ultimately, the men's lives intersect again, and the novel shows the different paths they have taken and the lessons they have learned.

The Chequer Board

The Chequer Board
Author: Nevil Shute
Publisher: Vintage
Total Pages: 367
Release: 2010-08-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307474046

John Turner, a young man with a checkered past, has been told he has just one year to live. He decides to use his remaining time in search of three very different men he met in the hospital during the war, each of them in trouble of some kind: a pilot whose wife had betrayed him, a young corporal charged with killing a civilian in a brawl, and a black G.I. wrongly accused of the attempted rape of a white English girl. As Turner discovers where these men have landed on the checkerboard of life, he learns about compassion, tolerance, and second chances, and overcomes his fear of death.

The Chequer Board

The Chequer Board
Author: Nevil Shute
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2010-01-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1409087484

John Turner, a young man with a chequered past, has been told he has just one year to live. He decides to use his time in search of three very different men he met briefly during the war: an snobbish British pilot, a young corporal accused of murder, and a black G.I. accused of attempted rape. Along the way, Turner learns about forgiveness, tolerance and second chances, and overcomes his fear of death.

Ruined City

Ruined City
Author: Nevil Shute
Publisher: Alien Ebooks
Total Pages: 283
Release: 2023-03-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1667602802

Ruined City chronicles the struggles of a British aviation company called the United Airways in the aftermath of World War II. The story follows the company's new managing director, Peter Moran, as he tries to revive the struggling airline. Moran's efforts are hindered by various challenges, including labor strikes, financial troubles, and competition from other airlines. As Moran works to turn the company around, he also becomes involved in a romantic relationship with a woman named Mary. The novel explores themes of business ethics, loyalty, love, and the struggles of post-war society. Ultimately, Moran's determination and ingenuity help him to overcome the obstacles he faces and to bring success to the United Airways.

The Chequer Board

The Chequer Board
Author: Annette Ashley
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2001-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0595206840

Brit Carson led a comfortable life. Then one day her world is turned upside down when she learns the company she works for as well as her own family is involved in a terrible plot to wreck Armaggedon on humanity. Her love of Archaeology, a hobby she has enjoyed for many years, leads her to believe she knows where the Garden of Eden is located. As a sales representative for a pharmaceutical company, she understands what an important part plants play in our lives. For it is plants which are used to cure most of the worlds worst diseases. What if the Tree of Life was still in the garden? Could she save the human race? Should she? Would you?

Round the Bend

Round the Bend
Author: Nevil Shute
Publisher: Alien Ebooks
Total Pages: 484
Release: 2023-03-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1667602799

Round the Bend follows the life of Tom Cutter, an Englishman who becomes a pilot and settles in the Middle East after World War II. Tom starts an air freight business and becomes fascinated by the spiritual beliefs of the local Muslim population, which leads him to start his own religion called "The Way." Through his travels and teachings, Tom attracts a group of devoted followers and becomes a spiritual leader. However, his unconventional beliefs and practices lead to conflict with some of the more traditional religious and political authorities in the region. Despite the challenges he faces, Tom remains committed to his beliefs and the pursuit of a more peaceful and harmonious world. The novel explores themes of religion, spirituality, cultural differences, and the clash between tradition and modernity.

No Highway

No Highway
Author: Nevil Shute
Publisher: Alien Ebooks
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2023-03-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1667602764

Most Secret is set during World War II and follows the story of a British scientist named Dr. Philip Raven, who is working on a top-secret project to develop a new type of explosive. Raven is also a double agent, working for the British intelligence agency while also providing information to the Germans. As he carries out his mission, Raven must navigate the dangerous waters of espionage and counter-espionage, while also dealing with the moral complexities of his actions. Along the way, Raven falls in love with a woman named Helen, who becomes embroiled in his mission and must also make difficult choices about her own loyalties. "Most Secret" is a thrilling tale of espionage and wartime intrigue, and a thought-provoking exploration of the costs and consequences of individual actions during times of war.

24 Games You Can Play on a Checker Board

24 Games You Can Play on a Checker Board
Author: Carol Lynch Williams
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Total Pages: 68
Release: 2007
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781423600114

Directions for twenty-four games that can be played on a checkerboard.