Download or read book Quicklet on Jeannette Walls The Glass Castle written by Katie Prout and published by Hyperink Inc. This book was released on 2011-12-20 with total page 119 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ABOUT THE BOOK When The Glass Castle made the bestseller list and book groups everywhere were featuring it as their headliner, I shied away from the book. As a writer, and an instructor of literature, I tend to be skeptical of the bestseller list. Undoubtedly these are entertaining books, but I usually can't come up with a solid rationale for teaching them to a writing or literature class. So I didn't read The Glass Castle when it was at its most popular. However, when I started teaching memoir writing classes, The Glass Castle came to mind. I decided to give it a try. Reading it, I was surprised at how intense the book was, but also how deeply it resonated with its reader, and how engaging the prose was. I started teaching it to show students how to be courageous in their writing and write with honesty but in a way that pulls in their readers. What I most admired about Jeannette Walls was her ability to be forgiving and compassionate in her telling of the story. MEET THE AUTHOR Born in Port Huron, Michigan, Kathryn Prout has worked as a small town dance teacher, small city nonprofit coordinator, and after school poetry workshop leader for teens. While she's currently busy farming in Ireland, Kathryn always makes sure she has time to read, write, and of course, run. EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK The Glass Castle is a poignant memoir about a dysfunctional but lively family, told from the perspective of the second daughter of four children. Jeannette Walls is three years old when the story begins and well into her adult life when it ends. Her parents, Rex and Rose Mary Walls, are troubled people who struggle with their own issues while trying to raise four children. Neither parent can hold down a job for any length of time. They move around with their children until they finally settle in Welch, West Virginia. In Welch, near Rex's family, they live in squalid conditions. From the time Jeannette and her siblings are young, though, their father has grand plans to build the Glass Castle, taking out his blueprints and showing his ornate design of their home. As the kids get older, they lose faith in their father ever building the Glass Castle, but he does teach them to have dreams. Each child escapes to New York City to realize his or her dreams the way their father didn't.
Download or read book The Decameron written by Giovanni Boccaccio and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-07 with total page 1040 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the time of a devastating pandemic, seven women and three men withdraw to a country estate outside Florence to give themselves a diversion from the death around them. Once there, they decide to spend some time each day telling stories, each of the ten to tell one story each day. They do this for ten days, with a few other days of rest in between, resulting in the 100 stories of the Decameron. The Decameron was written after the Black Plague spread through Italy in 1348. Most of the tales did not originate with Boccaccio; some of them were centuries old already in his time, but Boccaccio imbued them all with his distinctive style. The stories run the gamut from tragedy to comedy, from lewd to inspiring, and sometimes all of those at once. They also provide a detailed picture of daily life in fourteenth-century Italy.
Download or read book Golden Stories written by Various and published by Litres. This book was released on 2019-04-10 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book In the Wood written by Guy de Maupassant and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof. This book was released on 2020-09-29 with total page 9 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In the Wood" is a romantic and humorous story about two middle-aged lovers who decide to revisit the spot of their first acquaintance in order to rekindle their love life. Little do they know that a policeman is about to ruin their frivolous decision. Maupassant’s knowledge of the human soul and his elegant handling of natural surroundings create a vivid atmosphere where love and memories create a symphony that echoes in the hearts of everyone involved. A perfect light reading for relaxation and poetry-lovers. Guy de Maupassant was a famous French writer, best known as one of finest practitioners of the French short story. Master of style and dramatic narrative, Maupassant’s stories are mainly interested in the relationships between men and women, often found at the crossroads of life. One of his greatest influences was Gustave Flaubert, who introduced him to some of the central names of the time such as Emile Zola, Henry James, and Ivan Turgenev. Some of his best known works include the novels "Bel Ami" and "Une Vie", more than 300 short stories, travel books, and even an attempt at poetry.
Download or read book The Fishing Hole by Guy De Maupassant written by Guy De Maupassant and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-08-12 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delve into the serene and introspective world of ""The Fishing Hole"" by Guy De Maupassant. This engaging short story centers around a tranquil fishing expedition, using the setting as a metaphor for deeper personal reflections and interactions. Maupassant’s narrative explores themes of solitude, nature, and the complexities of human relationships. De Maupassant provides a vivid portrayal of the fishing hole and the moments of quiet contemplation experienced by the characters. The story captures the peaceful yet profound moments of self-discovery and connection with nature. ""The Fishing Hole"" is perfect for readers who enjoy reflective and character-driven stories. Ideal for those who appreciate Guy De Maupassant’s ability to blend nature with personal introspection.
Download or read book Anthology of Magazine Verse written by William Stanley Braithwaite and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vol. for 1958 includes "Anthology of poems from the seventeen previously published Braithwaite anthologies."
Download or read book A History of Broadcasting in the United States written by Erik Barnouw and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1966 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells how radio and television became an integral part of American life, of how a toy became an industry and a force in politics, business, education, religion, and international affairs.
Download or read book The Parrot written by Guy de Maupassant and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof. This book was released on 2021-12-02 with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A drunkard and a brute, Patin's marriage to Désireé is an unhappy one. He leaves to go fishing one night during a terrible storm, and never returns. Désireé is convinced he has somehow managed to cheat death and lives in constant fear of his return. Some years later she buys a parrot, and her nightmare begins anew. Amusing and humorous, "The Parrot" is a short comedy in which Maupassant holds his cards close to his chest, keeping his readers guessing until the final page. Guy de Maupassant (1850-1893) was a French writer. Famed for being a master of the short story, he also wrote travel books and occasionally dabbled in poetry. His stories mainly focus on the relationships between men and women sitting at crossroads in their lives - whether personal or professional. His dramatic flair is largely influenced by French novelist Gustave Flaubert and is perfect for fans of Anton Chekhov's short stories. The most notable of the 300 short stories that he wrote include 'Bel Ami', 'Une Vie', and 'The Dumpling'.
Download or read book The Prophecy of Dante written by George Gordon Byron Baron Byron and published by . This book was released on 1886 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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