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Silent Superstitions

Author : Catherine Marshall

Publisher : Evergreen Farm

Page : 114 pages

File Size : 15,46 MB

Release : 2018-08-21

Category : Young Adult Fiction

ISBN : 1683701607

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The old woman glared at Christy with fury in her eyes, “You brought the curse with you, girl! . . . Flatlanders don’t belong around here.” Everybody in the Cove seems to believe their new school teacher, nineteen-year-old Christy Huddleston, is cursed. After all, who could explain Bob Allen's accident on his way to meet Christy? Or the lightning strike that sent a tree through the school window ... or the sinister raven soaring around Christy? Will fear and superstition triumph? Or will Christy win over the hearts of the mountain people? ----------------------------------------------------------- Based on Catherine Marshall's novel Christy—a New York Times bestseller—the Christy® of Cutter Gap series contains expanded adventures filled with romance, intrigue, and excitement.



Christy Series: Silent Superstitions

Author : Catherine Marshall

Publisher : Thomas Nelson Inc

Page : 92 pages

File Size : 18,79 MB

Release : 1995-06-26

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1418562017

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The old woman glared at Christy with fury in her eyes: "You brought the curse with you, girl!" that's what Granny O'Teale said. And everybody in the Cove seemed to believe it was true - their new school teacher, nineteen-year-old Christy Huddleston, was cursed. After all, who could explain Bob Allen's mysterious accident on his way to bring Christy to Cutter Gap? Or the lightning strike that sent a tree through the school window. . . Or the sudden appearance of a sleek raven soaring around Christy? Granny is determined to drive Christy out of Cutter Gap forever. Will fear and superstition triumph? Or, will Christy overcome, and win the hearts of the mountain people?



Bridge to Cutter Gap/Silent Superstitions/The Angry Intruder

Author : Catherine Marshall

Publisher : Thomas Nelson Inc

Page : 384 pages

File Size : 25,49 MB

Release : 2005-08-30

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1418553220

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The Bridge to Cutter Gap: Christy Huddleston's dream is to teach poor mountain children. Join Christy as she crosses from the familiar world of parties and pretty things to the different world of Cutter Gap, located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. There she meets the doctor who needs her help to save a life and the handsome minister who helps her face the challenges of teaching and loving the mountain people. Silent Superstitions: Strange things are happening in Cutter Gap and everybody is convinced that Christy is cursed. After all, who can explain Bob Allens' mysterious accident on his way to bring Christy to Cutter Gap? Or the lightning strike that sent a tree through the school window? Will fear and superstition triumph? Will Christy be driven out of Cutter Gap forever? Or will Christy overcome and win the hearts of the mountain people? The Angry Intruder: Headstrong and independent, Christy is determined to change the lives of the children in Cutter Gap. Yet it seems that anything new and strange poses a threat to the mountain people, who are proud of their way of life. Evidently, Christy has angered someone enough to cause a string of mysterious pranks. The handsome minister fears that the pranks will turn dangerous. Unfortunately, he doesn't realize how right his fears are.



Superstitions

Author : Peter Lorie

Publisher :

Page : 260 pages

File Size : 50,83 MB

Release : 1992

Category : Body, Mind & Spirit

ISBN : 9780671781835

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Chronicles superstitions from pagan Europe and early America to the Middle Ages and how they have evolved into the modern era.



The Book of Superstitions

Author : Shelby El Otmani

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 192 pages

File Size : 40,52 MB

Release : 2023-03-28

Category : Body, Mind & Spirit

ISBN : 164643370X

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Learn the compelling cultural histories behind some of the world’s supernatural beliefs with The Book of Superstitions. Friday the 13th; rabbit feet; knocking on wood; walking under a ladder; the curse of the evil eye. We all have a superstition or two. Unveil the origins of some of the most universal and little known superstitions that have influenced cultures around the world for centuries. Including beliefs that gained a foothold in African and European folklore, notions from ancient Greece, legends of the British Isles, and beyond, this is a captivating read for people of all ages and backgrounds. Inside you’ll find: - Legends and cultural behaviors organized by region, so you can discover how cultural identity has impacted these beliefs over the years - Beautiful illustrations of these fascinating concepts - An analysis of how superstitions vary from country to country Discover why superstitions have bewitched us for centuries with The Book of Superstitions. Fingers crossed you’ll love this book!



The Penguin Guide to the Superstitions of Britain and Ireland

Author : Steve Roud

Publisher : Penguin UK

Page : 1004 pages

File Size : 38,73 MB

Release : 2006-04-06

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 0141941626

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Are black cats lucky or unlucky? What should you do when you hear the first cuckoo? Since when have people believed that it's unlucky to shoot an albatross? Why does breaking a mirror lead to misfortune? This fascinating collection answers these and many other questions about the world of superstitions and forms an endlessly browsable guide to a subject that continues to obsess and intrigue.



Midnight Rescue/The Proposal/Christy's Choice

Author : Catherine Marshall

Publisher : Thomas Nelson Inc

Page : 384 pages

File Size : 12,6 MB

Release : 2005-08-30

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1418553239

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Midnight Rescue: Christy Huddleston, the new school teacher in Cutter Gap, thought her biggest problem was going to be choosing between the charming country doctor, Neil MacNeill, and the handsome minister, David Grantland. But Christy has more serious matters to deal with when her student Ruby Mae Morrison and the mission's runaway black stallion vanish in a furious storm. As Christy desperately searches for Ruby Mae in the cold, blinding rain, she runs headlong into three angry moonshiners bent on revenge against anyone who might try to stop their illegal activities. Can Christy survive this most terrifying test of her faith and courage? The Proposal: Christy should be thrilled when David, the handsome minister, proposes marriage. So why do thoughts of Dr. MacNeill keep popping into her head? Before she can answer David, Christy is blinded in a terrible riding accident and all her dreams are threatened. Christy's Choice: Christy screamed as the train broke from the track and plunged down the side of the mountain. When Christy is offered a chance to teach in her hometown, she faces a difficult decision. Will her train ride back to Cutter Gap be a journey home or a last farewell? In a moment of terror and danger, Christy must decide where her future lies.



Christy Series: Family Secrets

Author : Catherine Marshall

Publisher : Thomas Nelson Inc

Page : 88 pages

File Size : 27,91 MB

Release : 1996-10-08

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1418561886

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Christy waltzed with Doctor MacNeill in an enchanted moment. Suddenly the sharp sound of gunshots shattered the pleasant calm. Bob Allen and many of the residents of Cutter Gap are upset because a black family has moved into the Cove. When a hostile shooting and a series of threatening incidents befalls the Washingtons, Christy steps in to help. But it's a clue in the Washington's family Bible that may hold the real key to peace and acceptance.



The Proposal

Author : Catherine Marshall

Publisher : Evergreen Farm

Page : 110 pages

File Size : 18,85 MB

Release : 2018-11-13

Category : Young Adult Fiction

ISBN : 1683701763

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Christy looked at David in surprise. Something in his expression sent a shiver of excitement mixed with uncertainty through her. Could it be...? Christy should be thrilled when David, the handsome minister, proposes marriage. So why do thoughts of Dr. Neil MacNeill keep popping into her head? Before she gives David her answer, Christy is blinded in a terrible riding accident and all her dreams are threatened. Will Christy be able to teach again? And what does this mean for David's proposal? ------------------- Based on Catherine Marshall's novel Christy—a New York Times bestseller—the Christy® of Cutter Gap series contains expanded adventures filled with romance, intrigue, and excitement.



Sorrowful Muslim's Guide

Author : Hussein Ahmad Amin

Publisher : Edinburgh University Press

Page : 232 pages

File Size : 49,86 MB

Release : 2018-09-26

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1474437095

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Book Description

Examines transnational Chinese stardom as a Web-based phenomenon.