Crossing the Rubicon

Crossing the Rubicon
Author: Patrick Wageman
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 744
Release: 2010-04-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 146532593X

This antiwar story takes place in 1967-68 in Vietnam. It is about those who crewed the helicopters in an assault helicopter company. There are two main male characters, one poor and one slightly upper middle class. They arrive in their new company on the same day and therefore become friends. Both are 24 years old. There is also an American female character who is in Vietnam with the Red Cross at the beginning of the book but has to return home when her father becomes ill. Her letters to Robert give a female point of view about the war. She is 23.

Nothing Rhymes with Silver 2

Nothing Rhymes with Silver 2
Author: David Lee
Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 414
Release: 2007-04-01
Genre: Adultery
ISBN: 1905886055

Jake Silver is a brilliant young jazz pianist, but traumatised by the sudden death of his parents when he was 11 years old. This book describes his disturbed adolescence and how and why he gave up his university education to play the piano in a drinking club in London.

All God's Dangers

All God's Dangers
Author: Theodore Rosengarten
Publisher: Vintage
Total Pages: 610
Release: 2018-07-31
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0525562850

Nate Shaw's father was born under slavery. Nate Shaw was born into a bondage that was only a little gentler. At the age of nine, he was picking cotton for thirty-five cents an hour. At the age of forty-seven, he faced down a crowd of white deputies who had come to confiscate a neighbor's crop. His defiance cost him twelve years in prison. This triumphant autobiography, assembled from the eighty-four-year-old Shaw's oral reminiscences, is the plain-spoken story of an “over-average” man who witnessed wrenching changes in the lives of Southern black people—and whose unassuming courage helped bring those changes about.

Stay the Night

Stay the Night
Author: Alistair F. Gabriel
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2011-03-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1456828169

A group of friends must unlock a closet of dark, disturbing memories in order to preserve a symbol of their childhood in Th e street where I lived. In Th e Red Planet a man fi nds an artefact with the power to end a life of despair and unhappiness but at what cost? A pet store owner and his grandson meet a ten year old girl that will change their lives forever in Mary-Anns Party. Read these and other macabre tales as you journey into a world where the line between nightmares and reality does not exist. So ... hang up your coat and make yourself comfortable, youre going to STAY THE NIGHT.

The Voyage of the Hoppergrass

The Voyage of the Hoppergrass
Author: Edmund Lester Pearson
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2023-10-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

Edmund Lester Pearson's 'The Voyage of the Hoppergrass' is a captivating children's adventure novel that follows the journey of a young boy named David who sets sail on a magical ship with a crew of talking animals. Pearson's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions and whimsical storytelling, reminiscent of classic children's literature such as 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' and 'The Wind in the Willows.' The novel is filled with imaginative escapades and moral lessons, making it a timeless and enjoyable read for young readers. The book's emphasis on friendship, bravery, and the power of imagination sets it apart as a classic in the genre of children's literature. Edmund Lester Pearson, known for his popular mystery novels and biographies, drew inspiration for 'The Voyage of the Hoppergrass' from his own childhood adventures and love of storytelling. His background in literature and passion for creating engaging narratives undoubtedly influenced the creation of this charming and enchanting tale for young readers. Pearson's unique blend of humor and heartwarming moments is sure to captivate readers of all ages, making this book a must-read for anyone seeking a delightful and uplifting story. I highly recommend 'The Voyage of the Hoppergrass' to readers who appreciate classic children's literature, whimsical storytelling, and timeless adventures. Pearson's imaginative tale is a delightful and heartwarming journey that will surely leave a lasting impression on its audience.