Author : Celia Banting
Publisher :
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 33,98 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780978664800
After threatening to kill his abusive stepfather, Shane moves from juvenile detention to residential therapy, where he gains understanding about adult co-dependence, learns to control his anger and make positive life choices.
Author : Johanna Lindsey
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 38,99 MB
Release : 2024-04-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1668050048
A #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author presents her 45th novel--this one featuring dashing rogue Boyd Anderson and the American lady who has one very good reason to dislike him, although he's determined to give her many more reasons to love him.
Author : LeBron James
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 49,9 MB
Release : 2020-08-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0063017342
An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller! An Instant Indie Bestseller! *An Amazon Best Book of the Year * A B&N Best Book of the Year* A great gift for tiny go-getters and big dreamers, including for back to school! NBA champion and superstar LeBron James pens a slam-dunk picture book inspired by his foundation’s I PROMISE program that motivates children everywhere to always #StriveForGreatness. Just a kid from Akron, Ohio, who is dedicated to uplifting youth everywhere, LeBron James knows the key to a better future is to excel in school, do your best, and keep your family close. I Promise is a lively and inspiring picture book that reminds us that tomorrow’s success starts with the promises we make to ourselves and our community today. Featuring James’s upbeat, rhyming text and vibrant illustrations perfectly crafted for a diverse audience by #1 New York Times bestselling and Geisel Honor winning artist Nina Mata, this book has the power to inspire all children and families to be their best. Perfect for shared reading in and out of the classroom, I Promise is also a great gift for graduation, birthdays, and other occasions. Plus check out the audiobook, read by LeBron James's mother and I Promise School supporter Gloria James!
Author : John Hospers
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 23,46 MB
Release : 2013-04-15
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1135637687
John Hospers' Introduction to Philosophical Analysis has sold over 150,000 copies since its first publication. This new edition ensures that its success will continue into the twenty-first century. It remains the most accessible and authoritative introduction to philosophy available using the full power of the problem-based approach to the area to ensure that philosophy is not simply taught to students but practised by them. The most significant change to this edition is to respond to criticisms regarding the omission in the third edition of the famous opening chapter. A brand new chapter, Words and the World, replaces this in the fourth edition - which now features a large number of examples and illustrative dialogues. The rest of the text has been thoroughly revised and updated to take account of recent developments in some areas of philosophy.
Author : Sheryl Sandberg
Publisher : Knopf
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 38,37 MB
Release : 2017-04-24
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1524732699
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER • From authors of Lean In and Originals: a powerful, inspiring, and practical book about building resilience and moving forward after life’s inevitable setbacks After the sudden death of her husband, Sheryl Sandberg felt certain that she and her children would never feel pure joy again. “I was in ‘the void,’” she writes, “a vast emptiness that fills your heart and lungs and restricts your ability to think or even breathe.” Her friend Adam Grant, a psychologist at Wharton, told her there are concrete steps people can take to recover and rebound from life-shattering experiences. We are not born with a fixed amount of resilience. It is a muscle that everyone can build. Option B combines Sheryl’s personal insights with Adam’s eye-opening research on finding strength in the face of adversity. Beginning with the gut-wrenching moment when she finds her husband, Dave Goldberg, collapsed on a gym floor, Sheryl opens up her heart—and her journal—to describe the acute grief and isolation she felt in the wake of his death. But Option B goes beyond Sheryl’s loss to explore how a broad range of people have overcome hardships including illness, job loss, sexual assault, natural disasters, and the violence of war. Their stories reveal the capacity of the human spirit to persevere . . . and to rediscover joy. Resilience comes from deep within us and from support outside us. Even after the most devastating events, it is possible to grow by finding deeper meaning and gaining greater appreciation in our lives. Option B illuminates how to help others in crisis, develop compassion for ourselves, raise strong children, and create resilient families, communities, and workplaces. Many of these lessons can be applied to everyday struggles, allowing us to brave whatever lies ahead. Two weeks after losing her husband, Sheryl was preparing for a father-child activity. “I want Dave,” she cried. Her friend replied, “Option A is not available,” and then promised to help her make the most of Option B. We all live some form of Option B. This book will help us all make the most of it.
Author : Mary Ruefle
Publisher : Wave Books
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 16,31 MB
Release : 2020-07-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1950268276
“[Mary] Ruefle . . . brings us an often unnerving, but always fresh and exhilarating view of our common experience of the world.”—Charles Simic Fans of Lydia Davis and Miranda July will delight in this short prose from a beloved and cutting-edge poet. Here are thirty stories that deliver the soft touch and the sucker punch with stunning aplomb. Ducks, physicists, detectives, and The New York Times all make appearances. From “The Dart and the Drill”: I do not believe that when my brother pierced my skull with a succession of darts thrown from across our paneled rec room on the night of November 18th in my sixth year on earth, he was trying to transcend the notions of time and space as contained and protected by the human skull. But who can fathom the complexities of the human brain? Ten years later—this would have been in 1967—the New York Times reported a twenty-four year old man, who held an honor degree in law, died in the process of using a dentist’s drill on his own skull, positioned an inch above his right ear, in an attempt to prove that time and space could be conquered . . . Mary Ruefle’s poems and prose have appeared in Harper’s Magazine, The Best American Poetry, and The Next American Essay. Her many awards include NEA and Guggenheim fellowships. She is a frequent visiting professor at the University of Iowa, and she lives and teaches in Vermont.
Author : Charlesea Nelson
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 14,17 MB
Release : 2012-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1477260293
Have you ever wished you could go back and do something all over again and do it differently? I know I have; we all have. Th e choices that we make every day not only effect our lives but the lives of those that are around us that we may not even be aware that it has effected somebody else's life. Many times we do not have a choice in the decision we make and we can only make the best of what may be a really bad situation. You will see in this story of Alyson -that she like so many of us did not always have a choice in what life handed her. Th e choices she did have were limited or forced upon her by others' ultimatums. You will read about choices that Alyson made that you think the girl absolutely has lost her mind. You may ask yourself, "Is she crazy?" "What was she thinking?" Other times you may feel as scared as she was and want to hug her and comfort her when she huddles in a corner shaking from pure fear. You may even wish you could crawl inside the pages and knock a few folks on their behinds. Alyson keeps going and she forever tries to make others happy, she tries to do what is expected of her, and she tries to be the perfect student, child, daughter, sister, wife and mother. You will read about the many times that she failed at each of these.
Author : Leo Tolstoy
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 6712 pages
File Size : 33,97 MB
Release : 2024-01-11
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN :
Leo Tolstoy's 'The Complete Works' is a monumental collection encompassing his diverse literary output. With works ranging from epic novels such as 'War and Peace' and 'Anna Karenina' to thought-provoking essays on art, religion, and politics, Tolstoy's writing showcases his deep understanding of human nature and societal issues. His distinct literary style combines vivid storytelling with philosophical introspection, making his works timeless classics in the literary canon. Tolstoy's exploration of moral dilemmas and ethical questions resonates with readers of all ages, as he challenges conventional norms and delves into the complexities of the human experience. Leo Tolstoy, a prolific Russian writer and thinker, drew inspiration from his own life experiences and philosophical beliefs to create works that continue to captivate audiences worldwide. His commitment to social change and spiritual enlightenment is evident throughout his writings, as he grapples with the fundamental questions of existence and morality. Tolstoy's dedication to truth and authenticity infuses his works with a sense of urgency and relevance that transcends time and place. I highly recommend 'The Complete Works of Leo Tolstoy' to readers seeking a deeper understanding of human nature, morality, and the complexities of society. Tolstoy's profound insights and timeless storytelling make this collection a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depths of the human soul and the complexities of the world we inhabit.
Author : William M. Baum
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 42,38 MB
Release : 2016-12-28
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1119143659
Understanding Behaviorism is a classic textbook that explains the basis of behavior analysis and its application to human problems in a scholarly but accessible manner. Now in its third edition, the text has been substantially updated to include the latest developments over the last decade in behaviour analysis, evolutionary theory, and cultural evolution theory The only book available that explains behavior analysis and applies it to philosophical and practical problems, written by one of today’s best-known and most highly respected behaviorists Explores ancient concepts such as purpose, language, knowledge, and thought, as well as applying behavioural thinking to contemporary social issues like freedom, democracy, and culture Part of the new evolutionary perspective for understanding individual behavior in general and culture in particular – culminates with practical approaches to improving the lives of all humanity
Author : Guan WenYue
Publisher : Funstory
Page : 596 pages
File Size : 33,64 MB
Release : 2020-10-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1636667287
The business elite crossed over to the abject poverty of ancient times and piled up in heaps. Zhao Ke-cheng sneered: "Do you think that all my years of work are for nothing?" Jealous of her mother's wages, seeing her mouth move, the top quality grandma and the vicious Second Aunt came to beg for the branch family! As he watched, his family became rich and well-off, and some people wanted to share a piece of the cake. Zhao Kechan had played a trick on them to make them give up! Second Aunt: Hey, who's that pretty little bro called Wan Su? God! Zhao Ke-cheng's man! Okay, but Cheng didn't bother to explain and just used him to gag some people. However, it seemed like following him was pretty good. An endless amount of silver and an endless amount of treasures ... But orange encounter weak kind sincere, meet the adversary black wit; Wansu seems iceberg, but in fact is hot as fire. And to see how they would work together to kill demons and clear the way to becoming the richest in the empire!
