Author : John E. Cooney
Publisher : Simon & Schuster
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 34,26 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN :
"This is the colorful and dramatic biography of two of America's most controversial entrepreneurs: Moses Louis Annenberg, 'the racing wire king, ' who built his fortune in racketeering, invested it in publishing, and lost much of it in the biggest tax evasion case in United States history; and his son, Walter, launcher of TV Guide and Seventeen magazines and former ambassador to Great Britain."--Jacket.
Author : Graziella Parati
Publisher : Bordighera Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 39,76 MB
Release : 2001
Category : History
ISBN :
Cultural Writing. Edited by Graziella Parati and Ben Lawton. ITALIAN CULTURAL STUDIES includes selected essays written by participants of the Italian Cultural Studies Symposium at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH on October 29-31, 1999. These essays examine the notion of cultural studies-both Italian and others. What is cultural studies? Why should we study it? How should we teach it? What is its relation to traditional language studies? Contributors include Norma Bouchard, Joseph A. Buttigieg, Sandra Carletti, Roberto Maria Dainotto, Nathalie Hester, Sarah Patricia Hill, Irene Kacandes, Giancarlo Lombardi, Daniela Orlandi, Marie Orton, Nicoletta Pireddu, Adrian W.B. Randolph, Maria Galli Stampino, and Rebecca West. Perfectbound.
Author : Alan Dean Foster
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 39,65 MB
Release : 2014-05-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0575131721
For eons, the Amplitur had searched space for intelligent species, each of which was joyously welcomed to take part in the fulfillment of the Amplitur Purpose. Whether it wanted to or not. When the Amplitur and their allies stumbled upon the races called the Weave, the Purpose seemed poised for a great leap forward. But the Weave's surprising unity also gave it the ability to fight the Amplitur and their cause. And fight it did, for thousands of years. Will Dulac was a New Orleans composer who thought the tiny reef off Belize would be the perfect spot to drop anchor and finish his latest symphony in solitude. What he found instead was a group of alien visitors - a scouting party for the Weave - looking for allies among what they believed to be a uniquely warlike race: Humans. Will tried to convince the aliens that Man was fundamentally peaceful, for he understood that Human involvement would destroy the race. But all too soon, it didn't matter. The Amplitur had discovered Earth...
Author : George MacDonald
Publisher :
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 28,82 MB
Release : 1887
Category :
ISBN :
Author : Grace Dalrymple Elliott
Publisher : [London] Rodale Press [1859]
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 41,30 MB
Release : 1859
Category : France
ISBN :
"Published posthumously by her grand-daughter. Grace Dalrymple Elliott was a beautiful Scots courtesan who was mistress to a string of powerful and influential men including the Prince of Wales. In this journal she claims to have been imprisoned in Paris four times and to have acted as a go-between for Marie Antoinette and Louis XVIII. Napoleon himself is said to have proposed to her."--Abebooks.
Author : Isabella Bird
Publisher : Applewood Books
Page : 478 pages
File Size : 25,67 MB
Release : 2007
Category : History
ISBN : 1429003375
The English traveler explores New England and the Mid-west, commenting on social mores and politics.
Author : Laura Lee Hope
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 65 pages
File Size : 12,36 MB
Release : 2023-08-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :
Laura Lee Hope's 'The Story of a Stuffed Elephant' is a charming children's book that follows the adventures of a beloved toy elephant named Jennie. The whimsical narrative style and gentle storytelling make this book a delightful read for young readers, with vivid descriptions that bring the stuffed elephant's journey to life. Set in a quaint village, the book captures the innocence and imagination of childhood, making it a timeless classic in children's literature. Hope's ability to create endearing characters and engaging plotlines makes 'The Story of a Stuffed Elephant' a must-read for anyone looking for a heartwarming tale to enchant young minds. Laura Lee Hope, a pseudonym used by multiple authors working for the Stratemeyer Syndicate, brings a touch of nostalgia and nostalgia to her writing, drawing inspiration from the simple joys of childhood. Her experience in crafting beloved children's stories shines through in this enchanting book, making it a treasured addition to any young reader's library. Recommended for readers of all ages, 'The Story of a Stuffed Elephant' is a delightful journey into the world of imagination and friendship, sure to captivate the hearts of its audience.
Author : John Masefield
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 36,87 MB
Release : 2009
Category :
ISBN : 9781433088339
Author : Balraj Puri
Publisher : New Delhi : s.n.
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 30,40 MB
Release : 1966
Category : Jammu and Kashmir (India)
ISBN :
Author : H. T. Lambrick
Publisher :
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 24,56 MB
Release : 1975
Category : India
ISBN :
Political biography of the British General JOhn Jacob, 1812-1858, founder of the Jacobabad District (Pakistan), formerly known as the Upper Sind Frontier District.
