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The Oxford First Companion to Music: The Story of Music

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McLeish, Kenneth / McLeish, Valerie, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, The Story of Music covers includes music from the time of ancient Egypt, through the middle ages, Renaissance, and baroque, to the electronic music of today.

Yesterday When They Were Young: Life in the Dutch Fork

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jones, Elwood, PUBLISHER: Authorhouse, 'Yesterday When They Were Young' is a true magnificent love story from a time and place where the men were gallant, the women were courageous and marriage was forever. The story is told through the insights of their letters; his from the front lines of the war and hers from the home front. From their letters you will relive what they and countless other families went through. You will be able to feel their thoughts through their words and you will be able to feel their joy through their smiles, and yes, you will feel their sadness through their tears. Their life was simple but their love was true. They had to do what they had to do

Fencing the Sky

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Galvin, James, PUBLISHER: Picador USA, From critically acclaimed author of The Meadow comes a haunting novel of the American West. Circumstances spiral out of control when an accidental murder springs from the best intentions. With one man dead and another on the run, this is a story about violence and how it destroys lives when the land is at stake. This lyrical first novel--long-awaited by the many admirers of James Galvin's "The Meadow"--is nothing less than the story of the disappearance of the American West.

The Short Story: The Reality of Artifice

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: May, Charles E., PUBLISHER: Routledge, The short story is one of the most difficult types of prose to write and one of the most pleasurable to read. From Boccaccio's Decameron to The Collected Stories of Reynolds Price, Charles May gives us an understanding of the history and structure of this demanding form of fiction. Beginning with a general history of the genre, he moves on to focus on the nineteenth-century when the modern short story began to come into focus. From there he moves on to later nineteenth-century realism and early twentieth-century formalism and finally to the modern renaissance of the form that shows no signs of abating. A chronology of significant events, works and figures from the genre's history, notes and references and an extensive bibliographic essay with recommended reading round out the volume.

The Eagle the Plum: The True Story of Racings Toughest

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McCormick, Gene, PUBLISHER: Bighorse II Press, The Eagle & The Plum is an insider's chronicle of the unprecedented, record-setting feats of two wrong-side-of-the-tracks Thoroughbreds competing at racing's outback tracks who raced long, hard, and often...Sometimes with success, sometimes not. It is a compassionate, truly-told story of the reality-defying love affair two blue-collar horses had for the dangerous sport of horseracing, and of the people who care for them.

Anton Chekhov

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bloom, Harold, PUBLISHER: Chelsea House Publications, -- User's guide -- Biography of the short story writer -- List of characters in each story -- Detailed thematic analysis of each short story -- Extracts from major critical essays that discuss important aspects of each work -- A complete bibliography of the writer's works -- A list of critical works about the short stories covered in the book -- An index of themes and ideas in the author's work

You Were Always in My Heart: A Shaoey and Dot Adoption Story

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Chapman, Mary Beth / Chapman, Steven, PUBLISHER: Tommy Nelson, A sweet and adorable story about the blessings of adoption. "You Were Always in My Heart "is an endearing tale told from the point of view of a little ladybug, Dot, who happens upon a mysterious bundle one sunny day. Dot goes with the little bundle as she is carried to the place "where babies come to be found" and promises to stay with the little one throughout her journeys toward finding a forever family. Written by Christian music artist Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife, Mary Beth, this heartwarming tale is inspired by the true story of their adoption of three little girls from China and is a story of hope and faith for all families who have been blessed by a "little bundle of love."

Holly: The True Story of a Cat

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brown, Ruth, PUBLISHER: Henry Holt & Company, From a popular author/illustrator, the enchanting story of holly the cat -- ideal for Christmas and all year long. She was just a tiny kitten and she was abandoned. Someone found her and gave her to us. Because it was nearly Christmas, we called her Holly. Holly is an abandoned kitten adopted at Christmastime. Shy at first, she slowly gains more and more confidence in her new home. Sweetly, and gently, and sometimes humorously, she quickly becomes a member of the family. Everyone who has ever known or loved a cat will instantly recognize the lovable Holly. A true story, Holly's tale is an ideal example of how pets touch our lives in wonderful ways.

Desert Mirage: The True Story of the Gulf War

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Yant, Martin / Glenn, John, PUBLISHER: Prometheus Books, "In the best tradition of contrarian journalism and worth consideration". -- Kirkus Reviews

Pavilion of Women

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Buck, Pearl S., PUBLISHER: Moyer Bell, From the author of The Good Earth comes the story of Madame Wu, a woman whose surprising decision to retire from married life and select a concubine for her husband upsets her extended household.

Scream of Stone

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Athans, Philip, PUBLISHER: Wizards of the Coast, The finale of the acclaimed Watercourse Trilogy from "The New York Times" best-selling author Philip Athans When the true mission of the Thayan Enclave is revealed, the richest man in Innarlith decides he wants to be the most powerful too, a once promising young man is transformed into a twisted undead assassin, and a quiet genius finally makes his stand, the explosive fury of decades of boiling rage explodes from the heart of a city at war with itself.

The First Easter

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Skarmeas, Nancy / Benson, Leslie, PUBLISHER: Candy Cane Press, Through simple words and straightforward sentences, this beautifully illustrated story of Jesus' final days, his crucifixion, and his resurrection provides an introduction to the wonderful message of Easter. The story, taken from the Gospels, incorporates Jesus' words directly from the King James Version of the Bible. Magnificent paintings, rendered in oil on canvas, lend a visual richness to this serious subject, whereas the exquisite design and artistic elements on the page evoke just the right feel for children.

Lethal Warriors: When the New Band of Brothers Came Home

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Philipps, David, PUBLISHER: Palgrave MacMillan, They were once known by the famous moniker, "Band of Brothers." Now, 60 years later, the notorious army unit from Fort Carson, Colorado calls themselves the "Lethal Warriors," having seen the worst of the violence in Iraq. Many of its members are plagued by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and some, misdiagnosed or untreated since returning from war, embarked on drug-fuelled crime sprees, some of which resulted in murder. Here, David Philipps applies his piercing insight and relentless investigative skills not only to this particular unit, but to the broader issue of PTSD as it rages throughout the country. He highlights the inspiring story of General Mark Graham, a former commander at Fort Carson and one of the few officers who had the vision and guts to recognize PTSD as a growing problem with soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan, and to do something about it. Graham has opened his doors to the community for help, speaking candidly about the issue and offering a potential lifeline to the soldiers, and a solution to this deadly problem.

Hatred Pursued Beyond the Grave: Tales of Our Ancestors from

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Cox, Jane, PUBLISHER: Stationery Office Books (TSO), Spanning the sixteenth to the nineteenth centuries, here are the authentic voices of our ancestors as they went about their daily lives: loving, hating, gossiping and scheming in the kitchens, bedchambers and narrow cobbled streets of old London. Using the actual records from the London Church courts at Doctor's Commons, these are the often harrowing true stories from beyond the grave. Acquista Ora

Weta The Hobbit The Desolation of Smaug Statue Smaug King

Weta continues the legacy of producing finely crafted, highly detailed collectible polystone statues from Middle-earth. The essence of each character expertly captured in every piece. The Dragon has resided within the carved walls of stone, supreme and unchallenged in his dominion; the true King Under the Mountain.

The Enigma of Arrival

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Naipaul, V. S., PUBLISHER: Pan Macmillan, The story of a writer's singular journey—from one place to another, from the British colony of Trinidad to the ancient countryside of England, and from one state of mind to another—this is perhaps Naipaul's most autobiographical work. Yet it is also woven through with remarkable invention to make it a rich and complex novel.

A Child's Story of Thanksgiving

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rader, Laura / Utt, Mary Ann, PUBLISHER: Ideals Children's Books, A Child's Story of Thanksgiving gives children a clear understanding of the origins of Thanksgiving and how it is celebrated today. From the Mayflower to modern times, this easy-to-read text recounts the traditional tale of the First Thanksgiving in fifteenth century Massachusetts, as well as illustrates common holiday celebrations of the present day.

The Life of Moses

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Morris, Neil, PUBLISHER: Enchanted Lion Books, Thirteen paintings tell the story of Moses' life, from his discovery as a foundling on the Nile, to his death on Mt. Pisgah over-looking the land of Canaan. Also depicted are the killing of the Egyptian overseer; the flight to Midian and the burning bush; Moses confronting the Pharaoh; the Plagues; the Exodus and the parting of the Red Sea; the manna from heaven; Moses on Mt. Sinai receiving the Ten Commandments; and the golden calf. The book also is enriched by a detailed commentary on each painting. The story that inspired the work is re-told, and symbols and important characters are explained. All in all, a stunning visual introduction to the great themes of the Old Testament as presented in works of art.

Callsign: Spectre

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Noecker, Jeff, PUBLISHER: iUniverse.com, "Callsign: Spectre" is the true story of a young man from a small town in Pennsylvania who grows up and enlists in the United States Air Force at nineteen. Nearly forty years after the fact, Jeff Noecker recounts his combat flight experiences from the Vietnam War flying in an AC-130 Spectre gunship. The story follows him from his initial air force training to being accepted into an unusual Special Operations unit. What sets this story apart from the others that have been written about Vietnam is the Spectre gunship that Noecker flew in on his missions. While the US Air Force was flying hundreds of F-4s, F-105s, B-52s, OV-10s, O-2s, A-7s in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, there were only fourteen AC-130A Spectre gunships in theater and only one squadron that flew them-Noecker's squadron. There were even fewer than fourteen when the program began in ; the first few flew out of a base in Vietnam. The stories contained here resemble a diary, presenting both personal anecdotes of Noecker's and of stories he heard over the course of his time in service. Some of these may seem a bit farfetched, but Noecker sticks to the facts as much as possible. Unbelievable as some of the stories sound, his tales of his time in the air are unmistakably true.

The Conspiracy to Silence the Son of God

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brooke, Tal, PUBLISHER: Harvest House Publishers, The Conspiracy to Silence the Son of God is an invaluable tool for discerning the true from the False in this age of relative thought and deceptive spirituality.

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Danielle Steel The story of the author's son, who suffered from manic-depression from his earliest years until his death at age 19.

Poseys Spurs: Only One Man Was Tough Enough to Wear

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Greagor, Howard / Greager, Howard E., PUBLISHER: Western Reflections Publishing Company, Howard Greager's collection of true short stories adds another valuable insight to western outlaw history. Howard Greager, who is the author of four other historical books, spent two years documenting and researching these new stories from the old West. Many of the stories from Posey's Spurs come directly from the families of the men involved.

Back from the Deep: The Strange Story of the Sister Subs

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: LaVO, Carl, PUBLISHER: US Naval Institute Press, This epic World War II saga follows the intertwined destinies of the sister subs Squalus and Sculpin.

Madame Sadayakko: The Geisha Who Seduced the West

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Downer, Lesley, PUBLISHER: Headline Publishing Group, A critically acclaimed author tells the enthralling true story of the real Madame Butterfly, a woman who became the most celebrated geisha in Japan and the first to tour the West. At twenty-nine, she captivated the worldas stage. From San Francisco to New York, Paris, and Berlin, audiences thrilled to her mesmeric acting and exquisite dancing. She performed for the American President and for the Prince of Wales in London. Picasso painted her. Gide, Debussy, Degas, and Rodin were among her devoted fans. She was Sadayakko, Japanas most notorious geishaaand its first international superstar. In Italy, Puccini was working on "Madame Butterfly," He had the plot for his opera, but he had yet to see a real live flesh-and-blood Japanese womanauntil Sadayakko arrived with her troupe of traveling actors. "Madame Sadayakko" is the true story of this extraordinary womanamuse to writers, artists, and fashion designers. Her adventures lift the veil on the secretive world of the geisha and reveal a missing piece of history from the turn of the last century, when Japanese women wore bustles and learned the waltz and women in the West wore Sadayakko kimonos.

Allison's Story: A Book about Homeschooling

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lurie, Jon / Dallinger, Rebecca, PUBLISHER: Lerner Publishing Group, A series of photographic essays, Meeting the Challenge demonstrates how young people facing a variety of special challenges make the adjustments their situations require. Each book tells the story of one child's day-to-day life, from the child's point of view. A strong supplement for school counseling programs.

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