Author : David Matheny
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 33,20 MB
Release : 2019-02-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781796973945
A single man and woman each send their daughters away for the holidays, and instead of being alone, they're forced to spend Christmas together.
Author : Sherry Turkle
Publisher : Basic Books
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 16,75 MB
Release : 2017-11-07
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0465093663
A groundbreaking book by one of the most important thinkers of our time shows how technology is warping our social lives and our inner ones Technology has become the architect of our intimacies. Online, we fall prey to the illusion of companionship, gathering thousands of Twitter and Facebook friends, and confusing tweets and wall posts with authentic communication. But this relentless connection leads to a deep solitude. MIT professor Sherry Turkle argues that as technology ramps up, our emotional lives ramp down. Based on hundreds of interviews and with a new introduction taking us to the present day, Alone Together describes changing, unsettling relationships between friends, lovers, and families.
Author : Henry Berlin
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 18,10 MB
Release : 2021
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1487509677
Alone Together reinterprets the explosion of sentimental poetry and prose in fifteenth-century Iberia.
Author : Paul R. Amato
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 44,67 MB
Release : 2009-06-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0674020189
Based on two studies of marital quality in America twenty years apart, Alone Together shows that while the divorce rate has leveled off, spouses are spending less time together. The authors argue that marriage is an adaptable institution, and in accommodating the changes that have occurred in society, it has become a less cohesive, yet less confining arrangement.
Author : Theodora Getty Gaston
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 21,44 MB
Release : 2013-09-03
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0062219731
Theodora "Teddy" Getty Gaston—now one hundred years old—reveals the glamorous yet painful story of her marriage to J. Paul Getty. As formidable as Getty was, his wife was equally strong-minded and flamboyant, and their clutches and clashes threw off sparks. She knew the vulnerable side of Getty—he underwent painful plastic surgery and suffered terrible phobias—that few, if any, saw. A vivid love story, Alone Together is also a fascinating glimpse into the twentieth century from the vantage point of one of its most remarkable couples. This is how the other half lived—dinner dances, satin gowns, beach houses, hotel suites, first-class cabins on the Queen Mary. Teddy's extra-ordinary life story moves from the glittering nightclubs of 1930s New York City to Mussolini's Italy, where she was imprisoned by the fascist regime, to California in the golden postwar years, where Paul and Teddy socialized with movie stars and the elite. But life with one of the world's richest men wasn't all glitz and glamour. Though terrifically charismatic in person, Getty grew more miserly as his wealth increased. Worse, he often left Teddy and their son, Timothy, behind for years at a time while he built planes for the war effort in the 1940s or brokered oil deals—he was the first American to lease mineral rights in Saudi Arabia, which made him, at his death, the richest man in the world. Even when Timothy was diagnosed with a brain tumor, Getty complained about medical bills and failed to return to the United States to support his wife and son. When Timothy died at age twelve, the marriage was already falling apart. Teddy's unrelenting spirit, her valiant friendship, and her winning lack of vanity transform what could have been a sob story into a nuanced portrait of a brilliant but stubbornly difficult man and the family he loved but left behind, as well as an enchanting view into a bygone era. This was a life lived from the heart.
Author : Sheila O'Flanagan
Publisher : Review
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 40,7 MB
Release : 2017-10-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1472253620
Curl up with the perfect Christmas read, from a No 1. bestselling author. Sheila O'Flanagan's Christmas With You - originally published as A Season to Remember - is ideal festive reading for fans of Veronica Henry, Carole Matthews and Marian Keyes. These enchanting linked stories from the No. 1 bestselling author bring to life one unforgettable Christmas full of surprise twists, life-changing moments... and love. Christmas With You was previously published as A Season to Remember. Now with two poignant new stories added. Tucked away in the Irish countryside, the Sugar Loaf Lodge is opening its door for the festive season. With snow falling on the mountains outside and warm fires roaring inside, it's the perfect place for guests to celebrate the happiest time of the year. But what if you've just had your heart broken? Or discovered that the man you're married to has lied to you? What if a secret from your past has finally come back to haunt you? For some of the guests arriving at the Sugar Loaf Lodge, Christmas is looking far from tranquil. But can they find the magic and romance of the season within the walls of this beautiful hotel? Reviewers love Sheila's books: 'An exciting love story with a deliciously romantic denouement' Sunday Express What readers are saying about Christmas With You: 'A wonderful short story collection; it captures the magic of Christmas, love and family perfectly, and is a really superb read. Definitely recommend!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'What a sweet lovely read... Absolutely loved this book and can't wait to read more by Sheila O'Flanagan' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Absolutely brilliant!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'The different stories will make you laugh and cry as all their lives come together in the Sugar Loaf Lodge and remind us about the true meaning of Christmas' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars 'I really enjoyed every single page of this book, and would highly recommend it, especially as a festive story!' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars 'From the very start to the very end Sheila O'Flanagan keeps you entwined with all the characters. A simply perfect book' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Ms O'Flanagan weaves her magic again' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
Author : Kathleen Tessaro
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 47,45 MB
Release : 2016-05-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0007419864
The stunning new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Perfume Collector.
Author : Lisa Plumley
Publisher : Zebra Books
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 36,47 MB
Release : 2011-10-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1420128523
In a hilarious and heartwarming novel from USA Today bestselling author Lisa Plumley, a down-home diner owner meets a sexy Scrooge--but will it be a match made in holiday heaven? Casey Jackson doesn't do Christmas. Mistletoe, eggnog, pitchy carolers--it all leaves the L.A. based talent agent colder than a winter sleigh ride. Nonetheless, Casey's been called to Kismet, Michigan, to help get a pop star's holiday special back on track. But it's the diva's sister who's proving the biggest obstacle. Kristen Miller is funny, sassy--and crazy about Christmas. And suddenly, Casey has all kinds of visions dancing in his head. . . Kristen can't believe that Casey is anti-Christmas. To her, the season is as magical as the thrill she feels whenever they touch. Because even though Kristen set out to teach the charismatic hotshot a thing or two, she's learning some lessons of her own. About letting herself stand in the spotlight for once, about holiday flings that can turn into much more--and about how all you really need for the perfect Christmas is the right person to share it with. . . "Lisa Plumley creates charming characters. Her books are a delight!" --Rachel Gibson Raves for Lisa Plumley's Holiday Affair "A deliciously satisfying, cocoa-worthy holiday read." --Library Journal "A delightful story with utterly charming characters." –Romantic Times Book Reviews
Author : Caro Carson
Publisher : Harlequin
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 31,5 MB
Release : 2020-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1488070288
He was successful in business but not in love in this great romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Caro Carson His book inspired her to return to school But he no longer believes his own advice. After nearly dying in a plane crash, financial guru Eli Taylor wants to find meaning in his life. A chance encounter at a small town’s Yule log lighting leads to an evening spent as the fake boyfriend of his superfan Mallory Ames. When she finds herself homeless for the holidays, he invites her to stay with him as his fake girlfriend so he can show his siblings what a loving partnership should look like. The arrangement will end when the new year begins…or will it? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Masterson, Texas Book 1: The Bartender’s Secret Book 2: The Slow Burn Book 3: For This Christmas Only
Author : Truman Capote
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 49 pages
File Size : 31,22 MB
Release : 2014-10-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0385392761
A reminiscence of a Christmas shared by a seven-year-old boy and a sixtyish childlike woman, with enormous love and friendship between them.
