Download or read book Gracefully Gone written by Alicia Coppola and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-06 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In my wildest literary dreams, where I imagine I am a highly acclaimed author, I would love to imagine that if Simone de Beauvoir was an angry twenty-one year old young woman living in Manhattan in 1992 with a passion for boys, Marlboros and Depeche Mode and she lost her father instead of her mother her memoir A Very Easy Death might very well have been titled Gracefully Gone. Gracefully Gone is the fusion of two journals: my father, Matthew L Coppola Sr.'s and mine. My father's journal was written in 1982, two years after his diagnosis and remission with brain cancer. Mine was written in 1990-1991, roughly eight years later, as he began to die. In Gracefully Gone I chronicle my twenty-one year old pursuit of life and all the bitter and amusingly confusing angst that accompanies being twenty-one during the last six months of my father's struggle towards death. In one sense, it is a coming of age tale: from the age of twelve on, I was acutely aware of all things cancer. I was sent to a New England prep school at fifteen to escape all things cancer only to return after graduating NYU in 1990 to all things cancer. During the six pivotal months between the summer of 1990 and January of 1991, not only did I journal my caretaking of my dad but also our profound love story. At its core, for me, Gracefully Gone is very simply a love story: it is my love affair with my dad. I loved, he loved, he died and a bit of me went with him. When thinking about who might be interested in our story I was reminded of an article I read in the Los Angeles Times, (November 19, 2003) about Rebecca Brown who wrote “Excerpts From a Family Medical Dictionary.” (University Of Wisconsin Press, 2003) It is a memoir of her mother's death and according to the LA Times “raises an important question; 'How does one make the death of a beloved parent meaningful to strangers?'” Well, I think I'd like to try and answer that with my own question: how is it not? Everyone I know has either lost or is losing a loved one to cancer. Very few superbly lucky ones have struggled and beaten the cancer monster. The sad fact is in the world we live in today there are no strangers to cancer and there are certainly no strangers to struggle and loss. What I am hoping, what I am counting on, is that my life, my father's life and our story, might be meaningful to strangers; or perhaps, if not meaningful, then at the very least, identifiable, relatable and at times, humorously understandable. Gracefully Gone is not about death, it is about the journey of a family, specifically, the journey of a young girl trying to find her way in the wake of growing up in the looming shadow of cancer. Gracefully Gone is to me the literary version of the magical love song “Unforgettable” by Nat King Cole that his daughter Natalie Cole laid her own track to; it is, very simply, a duet. Perhaps our duet in Gracefully Gone is written as a prayer for all the families, all the children too young to understand and for all the victims of this all too often insurmountable war to know they are not alone. Even though my mother and brother went through the same experience as I, we experienced it very differently. It was as if my father was the LOVEBOAT and we three were on our own separate lifeboats surrounding him, each of us handling our grief privately. Perhaps, if we're really lucky, Gracefully Gone might allow someone a little peace and some comfort knowing that even though they are on their own lifeboats they are in an ocean full of them.
Download or read book While I Was Gone written by Sue Miller and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2002-11-26 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The "New York Times" bestseller called "quietly gripping" by "USA Today" demonstrates how impulses can fracture even the most stable family. Despite her loving family and beautiful home, Jo Becker is restless. Then an old roommate reappears, bringing back Jo's memories of her early 20s. Jo's obsession with that period in her life--and the crime that ended it--draws her back to a horrible secret.
Download or read book Grace for the Good Girl written by Emily P. Freeman and published by Revell. This book was released on 2011-09 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emily Freeman offers advice to the Christian woman on letting go of expectations and trusting in God.
Download or read book By Love or by Sea written by Rachel Rager and published by Cedar Fort Publishing & Media. This book was released on 2023-02-02 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alice Lind Frank never forgot the boy she loved when she was just six years old, even after he was lost at sea. Now a young woman, Alice has found happiness in living and working with her grandparents, and in the affections of Clarence Hielott, the wealthy shipyard owner who intends to make Alice his bride. When a ragged sailor appears in town, Alice is reminded of the young boy who once held her heart. Upon learning that the sailor is in fact her childhood love, Caleb, she finds herself yearning to trust him again. But Clarence refuses to let this ghost from the past destroy his plans for the future. He exposes the secrets of Caleb's past and Alice realizes that the boy she once knew is now a man with a dark history. Soon Caleb and Clarence are locked in a fierce competition for Alice's heart. Can Alice trust Caleb with her heart once more? And what will she do about Clarence? Action, adventure, and most of all, romance, make By Love or By Sea a thrilling and emotional love story you won't soon forget.
Download or read book Harper s New Monthly Magazine written by Henry Mills Alden and published by . This book was released on 1850 with total page 880 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harper's informs a diverse body of readers of cultural, business, political, literary and scientific affairs.
Download or read book Only We Knew Why written by Jo Whiffler and published by Partridge Publishing. This book was released on 2017-06-28 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The clouds shed their pain To us it was rain Only we knew why tells the tale of a child lost in the world of adults, in verse. It makes you see through anothers eyes a vivid perception of life. This collection of poems gives you the rare luxury of leaving behind the world and its worries and travelling to another .It will make you experience rain and storm and thunder ,give you the warm feel of nostalgia for a forgotten day, introduce you to new characters like Miss Mackerbird and Mademoiselle Remembrance and leave you entranced ,not to think but to be thoughtful.
Download or read book Unseen Beings Unseen Worlds written by Tom Dongo and published by Light Technology Publishing. This book was released on 1994-06-01 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Venture into Unknowable Realms “My fervent hope is that this book will spark interest in venturing beyond an accepted, perhaps questionable reality and will launch a few fearless ships on a soaring journey into the wonderful and endlessly exciting realms of the Great Unknown.†— Tom Dongo How to communicate with non physical beings How to learn remote viewing Aliens: Deadly foes and caring friends Ghosts: They are real — with instances The Wee People: Some examples of their existence The Afterlife: What we can expect Spiritual Beings: They may not be so different from us Interdimensionals: Limitless levels of reality The Gray Zone: A place to avoid and much, much more...
Download or read book Guardian s Grace written by Rebecca Zanetti and published by Lyrical Press. This book was released on 2020-10-13 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Duty—or desire? Vampire soldier Adare O’Cearbhaill’s default setting is cranky. Or irritated. Or down-right hostile. Still, as a Highlander of honor and duty, he stepped up to save an enhanced and special human female by mating her—with merely a bite and a brand. The last person he wants in his life is a fragile human, yet he can’t get her out of his mind as she regains her strength before taking off for parts unknown. And when he discovers she is in danger, nothing can stop him from hunting her down—whether she likes it or not. There’s only one way to find out . . . Photographer Grace Cooper has had it with vampires, demons, and the rest of an immortal world she was happier not knowing about. She also doesn’t believe she’s destined for some great battle because of an old birthmark. Forget the fact that her mate is the sexiest thing on two stubborn feet, or that her brand is fading along with her health. She’ll handle things on her own—until an old enemy reappears and she learns the only way to stay alive is to actually mate, wild sex and all, with that ripped and dangerous Adare—a powerful, captivating Highlander who demands nothing less than everything . . . “Spicy romantic interplay; highly recommended.” —Library Journal on Vampire’s Faith “Sizzling sex scenes and a memorable cast.” —Publishers Weekly on Claimed “A fast-paced, excitement-filled explosion of action… Zanetti keeps getting better.” —RT Book Reviews on Marked, 4.5 Stars Top Pick
Download or read book The Essential Works of Grace Livingston Hill written by Grace Livingston Hill and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 8709 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Essential Works of Grace Livingston Hill offers readers a collection of heartwarming and uplifting stories that capture the essence of Christian romance fiction. Hill's literary style is characterized by its simple yet profound storytelling, centered around themes of faith, love, and morality. Set in the early 20th century, her works provide a glimpse into a bygone era while exploring timeless themes that resonate with readers of all ages. Each story is filled with endearing characters, moral dilemmas, and ultimately, messages of hope and redemption. Hill's writing is both engaging and thought-provoking, making her a beloved author in the genre of inspirational fiction. Grace Livingston Hill's Christian faith and desire to share uplifting messages through her writing served as the driving force behind The Essential Works of Grace Livingston Hill. Born into a family of Christian missionaries, Hill's stories reflect her deep-rooted values and beliefs, offering readers a sense of comfort and inspiration. Her dedication to creating wholesome and spiritually enriching content has earned her a lasting legacy in the world of Christian literature. I highly recommend The Essential Works of Grace Livingston Hill to readers seeking heartwarming tales of faith, love, and redemption. Hill's stories are perfect for those looking for engaging narratives that emphasize the power of faith and the triumph of goodness in the face of adversity. This collection is a must-read for fans of Christian romance fiction and anyone in search of wholesome and uplifting reads.
Download or read book The Poetical Works of Thomas Moore Including His Melodies Ballads Etc written by Thomas Moore and published by . This book was released on 1845 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Graceful Reading written by Michael Davies and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2002-07-04 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Graceful Reading offers a new way of understanding Bunyan's theology and his narrative art, examining and reassessing the complex and interdependent relationship between them. Michael Davies begins by proposing that Bunyan's theology is far from obsessed with the forbidding Calvinist doctrine of predestination and its corollary tendency towards painful introspection. Bunyan's is, rather, a comfortable doctrine, in which the believer is encouraged to accept salvation through the far more assuring terms of Bunyan's covenant theology - those of faith and grace. The book then reassesses how Bunyan's narrative style is informed by this theology. Works such as Grace Abounding and The Pilgrim's Progress reveal a profound sensitivity to narrative forms and reading practices, as they aim to inculcate in their readers a self-consciousness about reading itself which is instrumental in the very process of spiritual instruction, in seeing 'things unseen'. This is a study, therefore, which asserts a radically different way of reading of Bunyan's writings, both through the terms of seventeenth-century covenant theology, and through some distinctly 'postmodernist' ideas about narrative practice.
Download or read book The Collected Works of Grace Livingston Hill written by Grace Livingston Hill and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-10 with total page 8707 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat presents to you the meticulously edited and formatted collection of the greatest works by Grace Livingston Hill: Marcia Schuyler Phoebe Deane Miranda A Daily Rate According to the Pattern Aunt Crete's Emancipation Cloudy Jewel The City of Fire Dawn of the Morning Exit Betty Lo, Michael! The Mystery of Mary The Search The Witness An Unwilling Guest The Red Signal The Story of a Whim The Tryst The Big Blue Soldier The Best Man Tomorrow About This Time Not Under the Law
Download or read book The Greatest Romance Novels of Grace Livingston Hill written by Grace Livingston Hill and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-24 with total page 5788 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Greatest Romance Novels of Grace Livingston Hill', readers are immersed in a world of timeless love stories filled with faith, intrigue, and strong moral values. Hill's writing style is characterized by its uplifting and wholesome messages, making her novels a refreshing escape from the complexities of modern life. Set in the early 20th century, Hill's works capture the essence of a bygone era while addressing universal themes of love, family, and spirituality. Her stories are rich in sentimentalism and poetic language, transporting readers to a simpler and more romantic time. Grace Livingston Hill's ability to create engaging and heartfelt narratives has solidified her reputation as a pioneer of Christian romance literature. Her profound understanding of human emotions and relationships shines through in every page, making her novels a cherished treasure for readers seeking inspiration and comfort in the power of love and faith.
Download or read book A Treatise Explanatory of a New System of Naval Military and Political Telegraphic Communication of General Application written by John Macdonald and published by . This book was released on 1817 with total page 1034 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Betrayal Of Grace Mulcahy written by Colette Caddle and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2006-07-03 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The life and marriage of Grace and Michael Mulcahy has all the signs of being a successful and fulfilled one: a daughter; rewarding jobs; plenty of friends. But when Grace discovers that her partner in her interior design business, 52-year-old Miriam, is embezzling her, the seeds are sown for Grace's bind. When confronted with her betrayal, Miriam begs Grace not to tell anyone in order to preserve Miriam's marriage which will fall apart if the truth outs. Grace agrees to keep quiet but finds it leads to all sorts of complications and misunderstandings that put a strain on all of her relationships both professional and personal. By the time she notices how close things are to crumbling, is it too late to piece together the ties that bind her to those she loves?
Download or read book The White Boy Shuffle written by Paul Beatty and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2001-05-04 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A slapstick satire on race relations featuring Gunnar Kaufman, a black writer from Santa Monica who becomes famous by saying all the right things whites want to hear. The novel pokes fun at both blacks and whites. A first novel.
Download or read book A French and English Dictionary Composed by M Randle Cotgrave with Another in English and French Whereunto are Added Sundry Animadversionis with Supplements of Many Hundreds of Words Never Before Printed with Accurate Castigations Throughout the Whole Work and Distinctions of the Obsolete Words Fron Those that are Now in Use Together with a Large Grammar and a Dialogue Consisting of All Gallicismes with Additions of the Most Useful and Significant Proverbs with Other Refinements According to Cardinal Richelieu s Late Academy For the Furtherance of Young Learners and the Advantage of All Others that Endeavour to Arrive to the Most Exact Knowledge of the French Language this Work is Exposed to Publick by James Howell Esq Inter Eruditos Cathedram Habeat Polyglottes written by Randle Cotgrave and published by . This book was released on 1673 with total page 838 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
