Tales from a Far Off Place Called Home


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Growing up in Hickshaw has not been easy for Mave and Shirley. In a town with long-standing traditions and ideals, it is best to follow than rebel. In the place they called home, at least they always had their friendship. As unexpected challenges arise and come their way, will their friendship and relationships be able to survive the small-town world? As they travel on their journey, the two young women will find just how far they have to travel to find a true home of their own.




Chicken Soup for the Soul: Canadian Acts of Kindness


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That famous Canadian kindness is alive and well in these 101 stories of caring and compassion. Canada is filled with people who care for and about each other. They make miracles happen for their neighbours, friends, and complete strangers. You’ll find 101 heartwarming tales of Canadian kindness in these pages, from the everyday to the extraordinary. And you’ll probably come away from this book with some new ideas for ways that you, and your family and friends, can make a difference. If you need some help, you’ll find hope in these pages. And if you can give help, you’ll feel energized to find your own opportunities to perform acts of kindness yourself, every day! So dive into these 101 stories—selected from Chicken Soup for the Soul’s past bestsellers—and be inspired. There are so many ways that you can help—and it turns out the biggest beneficiary may be you! Scientific studies have shown that doing good is not only good for the recipient, but also for the person doing it, making that person happier and healthier. The power of Canadians working at the local level to create a better country for all is truly astounding. And that’s why royalties from this book are going to United Way Centraide Canada, which enables volunteers and donors to become champions of generosity in their own communities.




The Fireman


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Sally is a young, talented journalist living life to the full. So why would she leap fifteen floors to her death? When the Hong Kong authorities decide it was suicide, Sally's brother, a London-based crime reporter, begins his own investigation to find out what really happened . . . And to exact his revenge. *********** PRAISE FOR STEPHEN LEATHER 'A master of the thriller genre' Irish Times 'A writer at the top of his game' Sunday Express 'In the top rank of thriller writers' Jack Higgins




The Bushman Winter has Come


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This is a true story of exodus, the inevitable journey of the last of the First People, as they leave the Great Sand Face and head for the modern world and cultural oblivion. Paul John Myburgh spent seven years with the 'People of the Great Sand Face', a group of /Gwikwe Bushmen in the Kalahari Desert. They were years of physical and spiritual immersion into a way of life of which only an echo remains in living memory. But all does not end there. In The Bushman Winter Has Come, the author imagines a continuing journey towards a place where we may, once again, know who we are in the context of our life on this earth ... towards a time when we may answer the /Gwikwe's morning greeting, Tsamkwa/tge? (Are your eyes nicely open?) with a confident Yes.




Norfolk Folk Tales for Children


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From dark dangerous dogs and wily wicked wyrms, to poor penniless pedlars and lanky, long-limbed lads, Norfolk is steeped in stories. Some had their beginnings here, growing in the telling until they were as big as Norfolk's skies. Others were brought here by travellers from far away — even Viking raiders long ago. Stories that in time would change to suit our Norfolk ways, for as everyone knows — we do different! This is a collection of tales reworked and rewritten by Dave Tonge so that children might learn something of this most special county: its places and people, its strange and wondrous dialect. In this collection of stories, each introduced with snippets of local history, we journey to a place where fact, fiction, truth and lies become as one.




The Prophecy and Other Stories


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These newly collected short stories reveal a master at the top of his game. Drago Jancar possesses an acute understanding of the human psyche, enabling his stories to resonate beyond their particular milieu. This collection features seven pieces, drawn from four different collections, that together present the struggle of individuals against powerful forces. The characters try to make sense of a world of shifting borders and changing names that make the idea of a "homeland"—either literal or figurative—a dream rather than a reality.




KATE DOUGLAS WIGGIN – Ultimate Collection: 21 Novels & 130+ Short Stories


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Kate Douglas Wiggin's 'Ultimate Collection' comprises 21 novels and over 130 short stories, showcasing her exceptional talent in storytelling and character development. Wiggin's works often revolve around themes of kindness, compassion, and the triumph of the human spirit, making her a beloved author in the literary world. Her writing style is marked by its warmth, wit, and insightful observations of human nature, captivating readers with its charm and authenticity. Set in various settings, Wiggin's stories offer a glimpse into different time periods and social classes, providing a rich tapestry of life experiences for readers to immerse themselves in. This comprehensive collection is a treasure trove for fans of classic literature and those interested in exploring the works of a gifted storyteller. Kate Douglas Wiggin's enduring legacy continues to inspire and delight readers of all ages, making this collection a must-have for any book lover seeking timeless tales of humanity and grace.







Fairy Tales Every Child Should Know


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"Fairy Tales Every Child Should Know" by various and edited by Hamilton Wright Mabie collection of just over two dozen famous fairy tales with an extensive and informative introduction. This collection includes stories from the Brother's Grimm collections, the Arabian Nights, French tales, British legends, Hans Christian Andersen, and others. The stories include Little Red Riding Hood, The Three Bears, Beauty and the Beast, The Ugly Duckling, Sleeping Beauty, Jack the Giant Killer, and others.




A Place to Call Home


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Any city is a product of politics and economics, organizations and people. Yet, the life experiences of women uprooted from its poorest quarters seldom inform urban resettlement plans. In this ethnographic field study, Ramya Ramanath, Associate Professor at DePaul University, examines the lives of women displaced by slum clearance and relocated to the largest slum resettlement site in Asia. Through conversations with diverse women of different ages, levels of education, types of employment, marital status, ethnicity, caste, religion, and household make-up, Ramanath recounts how women negotiate a drastic change in environment, from makeshift housing in a park slum to ownership of a high-rise apartment in a posh Mumbai suburb. Each phase of their city lives reflects how women initiate change and disseminate a vision valuable to planners intent on urban and residential transformations. Ramanath urges the concerted engagement of residents in design, development, and evaluation of place-making processes in cities and within their own neighborhoods especially. This book will interest scholars of public policy, women and gender studies, South Asian studies, and urban planning.