Download or read book Muse written by Aakash Sarkar and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2024-05-24 with total page 459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story cannot be revealed, but the protagonist Niharika will surely find a place in your fancy. It is in many ways about the obscure and colourful parts of Niharika’s life. Niharika who was just two years old, when she was orphaned in the oblivion of her infancy. Niharika, who along with her riches has a rich personal life. It is all Niharika’s very personal story, and the author Aakash Sarkar by his own confession has written her story, as he famously says, because I have looked and looked, and I didn’t find anything better to do. Niharika walks through that house and collects that girl, who is still stuck in the middle of so many sorrow and so many grief. And they have all also lost each other, can’t even find each other. She collects them as she encounters them in her walks. And she nurses them. She sits with them, at that corner or in that room where nobody comes and nobody ever came, and they are all, the whole crowd of it is united by their journey, and Niharika tells them the numerous bounties they found in that journey, like the Chinese portrait, their mother’s diary, a full half house, hundreds of stories, a nose, a pair of lips, cheekbones, sexuality, some flamboyance, and then one of them, holds her hands and picks her up, and takes her in those journeys again, through the long corridors of Maheshwari Villa to the uppermost terrace in the house, where in no more than a month she will find herself sitting in the middle of a dilemma. I don’t know how Godmother is typically defined, but I define it as the presence of a mother in her absence.

Download or read book The Obsidian Circle written by Zeenith Lakhi and published by Lakhi Publishers. This book was released on with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the heart of Chicago, a city resonating with power, where an insidious force lurks within the shadows. Embark on a chilling journey through "The Obsidian Circle: Shadows of Influence." At the core of Chicago's mysteries lies The Obsidian Circle, a covert society draped in unparalleled influence. Leading the charge is the unyielding FBI agent Samantha Ryan, accompanied by her steadfast partner Jeff. Their pursuit of justice becomes an electrifying odyssey intricately entwined with Daniel, an unparalleled symbologist and cryptologist. The shocking murder of financial magnate Mark Davidson unravels a cryptic note, propelling Samantha onto a perilous path that delves deep into malevolence. She races against adversaries whose sinister motives transcend reality. Centuries-old secrets emerge as Samantha's relentless pursuit unveils the ancient enigmas binding The Obsidian Circle. In this gripping thriller, reality and conspiracy blur, leaving readers to ponder who truly wields power in this shadowy realm. As secrets unravel and loyalties shift, betrayals cut deep, marking this compelling narrative as the prelude to the epic saga of "Elysium Odyssey." Explore the genesis of darkness and brace for an adventure where nothing is what it seems. Join Samantha, Jeff, and Daniel as they navigate a web of deceit and peril. Witness the extraordinary love story between Samantha and the brilliant symbologist Daniel. Their inexplicable connection unveils The Obsidian Circle as more than a clandestine society—it's a branch of the Council of Shadows, driven by insatiable ambitions for control. Amidst the unfolding murder investigation, webs of deception extend into the darkest corners of Chicago. Unveil a world of masonic rings, clandestine gatherings, and boundless financial support from the city's elite. Brave the treacherous labyrinth alongside Samantha, Jeff, and Daniel. "The Obsidian Circle: Shadows of Influence" reveals the inner workings of a cryptic brotherhood that grants entry with ease but offers departure only through death's embrace. The pursuit of truth and justice exacts an unfathomable cost, leaving readers captivated by the mysteries yet to unfold. Embark on an exhilarating journey—a prologue to the grand saga of 'Elysium Odyssey.' Discover the intricate bonds that intertwine these compelling narratives. 'Elysium Odyssey' interweaves ambition, power, and the timeless quest for a new world order, delivering an enthralling experience teeming with heroes and villains operating beyond time and imagination's farthest reaches. Witness a monumental showdown as Syed, the beacon of inspiration, confronts Voidguard's malevolent forces, setting the stage for the thrilling adventure awaiting in 'Elysium Odyssey.'

Download or read book New Boy written by Nick Earls and published by Penguin Group Australia. This book was released on 2015-03-25 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adjusting to a new country and a new school was never going to be easy for Herschelle. The food is strange, it's so different to South Africa and, worst of all, no one understands the Aussie slang he's learnt on the web. But it's the similarities that make things really hard. Herschelle will have to confront racism, bullying and his own past before Australia can feel like home . . . A moving, funny new novel by one of Australia's best-loved authors.

Download or read book Undaunted by the Fight written by Harry G. Lefever and published by Mercer University Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Undaunted by the Fight is a study of small but dedicated, group of Spelman College students and faculty who, between 1957 and 1967 risked their lives, compromised their grades, and jeopardized their careers to make Atlanta and the South a more just and open society. Lefever argues that the participation of Spelman's students and faculty in the Civil Rights Movement represented both a continuity and a break with the institution's earlier history. On the one hand their actions were consistent with Spelman's long history of liberal arts and community service; yet, on the other hand; as his research documents; their actions represented a break with Spelman's traditional non-political stance and challenged the assumption that social changes should occur only gradually and within established legal institutions. For the first time in the eighty-plus years of Spelman's existence, the students and faculty who participated in the Movement took actions that directly challenged the injustices of the social and political status quo. Too often in the past the Movement literature, including the literature on the Atlanta Movement focused disproportionately on the males involved to the exclusion of the women who were equally involved, and; who, in many instances, initiated actions and provided leadership for the Movement. Lefever concludes his study by saying that Spelman's activist students and faculty succeeded to the extent they did because they "kept their eyes on the prize." They endured the struggle; he says; and, in so doing; eventually won many prizes -- some personal, others social. "Undaunted; they liberated themselves, but at the same time they liberated their school, their city and thelarger society."

Download or read book The Art of Losing written by Luke Alfred and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2012-11-08 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since South Africa’s readmission to world cricket in 1991, the Proteas have played in six World Cups (and four World T20 tournaments) and have been knocked out in all of them. The reasons range from the weather and misreading the Duckworth–Lewis table to being outwitted on the field itself. In the most recent tournaments, though, they have shown a scandalous lack of nerve in the pressure-cooker of international knockout cricket. Drawing from interviews with the major protagonists and behind-the-scenes officials, The Art of Losing recreates the drama of these matches. With fresh anecdotes, stories and insights, it also attempts to explain why World Cup failure has become a habit. Does the problem lie with coaching, with communication issues, or with a lack of independent thinking among the players? Is it the product of a pampered professional environment, or of the South African schooling system? The Art of Losing will ruffle feathers but will also attempt to explain the ‘choker’ tag that has become so widespread. Is it fair? The Proteas, after all, win a high proportion of their one-day matches and have some of the best cricketers in the world. Why, then, do they invariably fail to clear that final hurdle?

Download or read book Executive Council on Foreign Diplomats written by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Foreign Relations and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book My Soul Is Rested written by Howell Raines and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1983-09-29 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A superb oral history." —The Washington Post Book World "So touching, so exhilarating...no book for a long time has left me so moved or so happy." —The New York Times Book Review The almost unfathomable courage and the undying faith that propelled the Civil Rights Movement are brilliantly captured in these moving personal recollections. Here are the voices of leaders and followers, of ordinary people who became extraordinary in the face of turmoil and violence. From the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1956 to the death of Martin Luther King, Jr., in 1968, these are the people who fought the epic battle: Rosa Parks, Andrew Young, Ralph Abernathy, Hosea Williams, Fannie Lou Hamer, and others, both black and white, who participated in sit-ins, Freedom Rides, voter drives, and campaigns for school and university integration. Here, too, are voices from the “Down-Home Resistance” that supported George Wallace, Bull Connor, and the “traditions” of the Old South—voices that conjure up the frightening terrain on which the battle was fought. My Soul Is Rested is a powerful document of social and political history, as well as a magnificent tribute to those who made history happen.

Download or read book Howard Zinn s Southern Diary written by Robert Cohen and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2018-09-15 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The activist and author of A People’s History of the United States records an in-depth and personal account of the Civil Rights Movement in Atlanta. During the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, students of Spelman College, a black liberal arts college for women, were drawn into the historic protests occurring across Atlanta. At the time, Howard Zinn was a history professor at Spelman and served as an adviser to the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. Zinn mentored many of Spelman’s students fighting for civil rights at the time, including Alice Walker and Marian Wright Edelman. Zinn’s involvement with the Atlanta student movement and his closeness to Spelman’s leading activists gave him an insider’s view of the political and intellectual world of Spelman, Atlanta University, and the SNCC. He recorded his many insights and observations of the time in his Spelman College diary. Robert Cohen presents Zinn’s diary in full along with a thorough historical overview and helpful contextual notes. It is a fascinating historical document of the free speech, academic freedom, and student rights battles that rocked Spelman and led to Zinn’s dismissal from the college in 1963 for supporting the student movement.

Download or read book Twelve Summers written by Adam Zwar and published by Hachette Australia. This book was released on 2021-12-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cricket fans, where were you during the disaster that was the 2013 Ashes? Adam Zwar was making a documentary about bodyline and filming a stunt that involved Brett Lee bowling bouncers to him while he wasn't wearing a helmet. Matthew Hayden warned him not do it. But the cameras were set up. What was he going to do - say no? How about when Australia A nearly upset Australia in the 1995 World Series Cup and the players were rebelling against officials? Adam was working as a driver for an escort agency in Melbourne. Or Australia v India in 2001? That was when Adam was stuck in a hotel with AC/DC. For all the significant moments in Adam's life, cricket was in the background - or foreground. And you don't need to be a fan of cricket to be able to relate, because we all remember where we were when something important happened, whether that's a cricket test, an album release or a TV show ending. Twelve Summers is hilarious, moving and thought provoking. Even if you aren't a fan of cricket, you'll find a lot to love in this book.

Download or read book Highway to Hell written by Isaac Lakhi and published by Lakhi Publishers. This book was released on with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a timeless struggle, a story unravels that defies the boundaries of time and the limits of human imagination. "Highway to Hell" transports readers into a maze of power, intrigue, and ambition that transcends generations. Embark on a thrilling adventure that unravels a new world order emerging on the global stage. The narrative explores the intricate threads of humanity's relentless pursuit of wealth, power, and dominance, intricately woven into a tapestry of avarice, subterfuge, and moral decay. In this complex tapestry of fate, heroes rise as enigmatic champions, while villains manipulate righteousness to further their aims. The righteous, in turn, find themselves entangled in a web of paradoxes, challenging preconceptions and sparking a clash of ideologies. "Highway to Hell" navigates through realms of saviors and false saviors, where idolatry and moral ambiguity intersect with the intricacies of faith, finance, money, and economic exploitation. All these elements are meticulously woven into a fabric of technology and history, creating an absorbing mosaic of mystery. As the plot unfolds, readers are invited to traverse a labyrinthine narrative, where each twist and turn unveils another layer of truth and deceit. The narrative's strategic objective is unmistakable – to take readers on an unforgettable journey, leaving them craving more. Accompany Syed on his journey from a car accident survivor to a symbol of inspiration, marked by resilience and personal growth. Unbeknownst to him, destiny has set him on a collision course with the malevolent Voidguard, and their epic showdown will determine the destiny of an imminent world order. Follow the Rodriguez family, an average middle-class household disillusioned by the mirage of the American dream. Embark on a riveting journey of financial resurrection and entrepreneurial triumph. Daniel Rodriguez, drowning in the suffocating waters of debt, discovers a lifeline in the ingenious techniques of Syed, a master strategist. Fueled by the desire to liberate himself from financial shackles, Daniel meticulously implements Syed's methods. Within a few short years, he transforms his life, carving a path to prosperity. Through calculated moves and savvy business acumen, Daniel not only pulls himself out of debt but builds a mind-blowing business tailored for the 21st century. His side hustle catapults him into a realm of success, relocating his family to an unimaginable life on a different continent, in a different hemisphere, and a different timezone. Witness the rise of a trio of visionary entrepreneurs dedicated to revolutionizing the world and confronting the urgent challenges of climate change. Their creation becomes a cornerstone of the New York Stock Exchange, propelling them into the echelons of success. As their tech exponential organization skyrockets, one of them ascends to become the world's youngest billionaire, forever altering the trajectory of their destinies. Uncover the brilliance of Dr. Maya, a gifted scientist whose creation holds the key to collective human consciousness who strategically deploys cutting-edge methods to catapult herself into the realm of billionaires. In a testament to her brilliance, within a few brief years, she not only amasses wealth but becomes a symbol of success in the 21st-century business landscape. However, the Council, led by Sir Mike Coxsmall and his lineage, concealed in the sinister shadows for millennia, poses a grave threat, aiming to exploit her innovation for their own gain. As the battle for control intensifies, Maya's invention becomes a focal point of intrigue and danger. "Highway to Hell" is an enthralling saga that interweaves action, enigma, and philosophical exploration. As alliances form and betrayals come to light, readers will be captivated by the engaging narrative, ultimately exclaiming, "I need more!"

Download or read book Prospects for Peace in Guinea written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs. Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book HIghway to Hell epub written by Isaac Lakhi and published by Lakhi Publishers. This book was released on with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Highway to Hell" invites readers on an exhilarating journey, transcending time and imagination. This gripping narrative delves deep into a world of power, intrigue, and ambition that spans generations. Within its pages unfolds a tapestry woven with humanity's pursuit of wealth, dominance, and moral conflicts. Heroes emerge as enigmatic champions while villains manipulate righteousness for personal gain, sparking a clash of ideologies. This complex tapestry navigates through paradoxes, faith, finance, and technological landscapes, intricately interwoven into a captivating mosaic of mystery and moral ambiguity. Follow Syed's transformation from a car accident survivor to an emblem of resilience, embroiled in an epic battle against the malevolent Voidguard. Witness the Rodriguez family's rise from financial despair to entrepreneurial triumph, crafting a life unimaginable before. The narrative intertwines the journeys of visionary entrepreneurs dedicated to revolutionizing the world and the brilliance of Dr. Maya, whose invention holds the key to human consciousness. As alliances form and betrayals surface, "Highway to Hell" immerses readers in an enthralling saga, leaving them craving more with each twist and turn.

Download or read book Buses Are a Comin written by Charles Person and published by St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2021-04-27 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A firsthand exploration of the cost of boarding the bus of change to move America forward—written by one of the Civil Rights Movement's pioneers. At 18, Charles Person was the youngest of the original Freedom Riders, key figures in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement who left Washington, D.C. by bus in 1961, headed for New Orleans. This purposeful mix of black and white, male and female activists—including future Congressman John Lewis, Congress of Racial Equality Director James Farmer, Reverend Benjamin Elton Cox, journalist and pacifist James Peck, and CORE field secretary Genevieve Hughes—set out to discover whether America would abide by a Supreme Court decision that ruled segregation unconstitutional in bus depots, waiting areas, restaurants, and restrooms nationwide. Two buses proceeded through Virginia, North and South Carolina, to Georgia where they were greeted by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and finally to Alabama. There, the Freedom Riders found their answer: No. Southern states would continue to disregard federal law and use violence to enforce racial segregation. One bus was burned to a shell, its riders narrowly escaping; the second, which Charles rode, was set upon by a mob that beat several riders nearly to death. Buses Are a Comin’ provides a front-row view of the struggle to belong in America, as Charles Person accompanies his colleagues off the bus, into the station, into the mob, and into history to help defeat segregation’s violent grip on African American lives. It is also a challenge from a teenager of a previous era to the young people of today: become agents of transformation. Stand firm. Create a more just and moral country where students have a voice, youth can make a difference, and everyone belongs.

Download or read book A Letter to My Grandchildren written by Maria Sharp and published by Mereo Books, mereobook, mereobooks. This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maria Sharp was born Maria Zdenka Besan in Croatia in 1941, just after the Nazis had invaded her country, and as a young child she witnessed 'events that imprinted themselves upon her soul forever'. Many years later, having married an American and settled in the USA, she has written this book for her two grandchildren to explain her origins and tell her family's story. It paints a warm and moving picture of life in Croatia in the first half of the 20th century and describes the terrible effects on Maria's people of the German occupation, the subsequent period of communist control and the resulting second wave of destruction of Croatian homes, jobs and lives.ÿ

Download or read book Elysium Odyssey written by Isaac Lakhi and published by Lakhi Publishers. This book was released on 2023-09-06 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the heart of the millennial struggle, a tale unfolds that defies the boundaries of time and the limits of imagination. "Elysium Odyssey" sweeps readers into a labyrinth of power, intrigue, and ambition, unraveled across generations. Explore an exciting action masterpiece that delves into an emerging World Order never seen before in the annals of history. The narrative unravels the threads of mankind's obsession with money, power, and domination, woven into a tapestry of greed, deception, and debauchery. In this intricate web of destiny, heroes emerge as cloaked superheroes, while villains manipulate righteousness to their advantage. The righteous, in turn, find themselves entangled in a web of triviality, challenging perceptions, and igniting a battle of ideologies. "Elysium Odyssey" traverses realms of messiahs and false messiahs, where idolatry and adultery intertwine with the complexities of religions, finance, money, and usury. All of these elements are intricately woven into a fabric of technology and history, creating an enthralling tapestry of intrigue. As the plot unfolds, readers are invited to journey through a labyrinthine narrative, where each twist and turn reveals another layer of truth and deception. The strategic intent is clear – to take readers on an unforgettable journey, leaving them yearning for more. Join the Rodriguez’s, a middle-class family despondent by the illusion and failure of the American dream. Witness the emergence of a trio of visionary entrepreneurs, striving to revolutionize the world and tackle the pressing issue of climate change. Explore the genius of Maya, a brilliant scientist whose creation holds the key to mankind's collective consciousness. Yet, the Council's insidious agenda threatens to exploit her innovation for their gain. As the battle for control escalates, Maya's invention becomes a focal point of intrigue and danger. Follow Syed, whose journey from a car crash victim to a beacon of inspiration is marked by resilience and personal growth. Unbeknownst to him, destiny has set him on a collision course with the malevolent Voidguard, where their epic showdown will determine the fate of the emerging world order. "Elysium Odyssey: Beyond the Horizons" is a gripping saga that blends action, mystery, and philosophical exploration. As alliances form and betrayals unfold, readers will be enthralled by the captivating narrative, ultimately declaring, "I want more!"

Download or read book True Colours written by Adam Gilchrist and published by Macmillan Publishers Aus.. This book was released on 2008-11-01 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many critics believe Adam Gilchrist is the greatest wicketkeeper/batsman to have played the game, but Adam's huge popularity does not rest solely on his incredible track record. To his millions of fans around the world, it is the way he plays the game - rather than simply the sum of his achievements - that marks him out as one of the best-loved cricketers of his generation. He is both a swashbuckling batsman and record-breaking wicketkeeper, yet perhaps his true impact has come from the manner in which he plays his cricket - with an integrity and sense of values that many thought had departed the game forever. True Colours is his autobiography, and like the man himself it's incomparable. With unflinching honesty, intelligence, compassion and humour, Adam takes you into the world of cricket that few outside of the Australian team have ever seen. From his early struggles to establish himself, through to the giant achievements of the Australian test and one-day sides, True Colours offers an extraordinary window on Adam, on cricket's major stars and on the game itself.

Download or read book 2021 22 UPPCS General Studies C SAT written by YCT Expert Team and published by YOUTH COMPETITION TIMES. This book was released on with total page 706 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2021-22 UPPCS General Studies & C-SAT Previous Solved Papers