Download or read book The Purples written by W. K. Berger and published by W. K. Berger. This book was released on 2010-05-06 with total page 331 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *AMAZON BREAKTHROUGH NOVEL SEMIFINALIST* Shunned by his community... locked up for trying to help an innocent girl... ambushed by rivals and left for dead in the Detroit River: Joe Bernstein has a few scores to settle, and a bold plan to seize control of the Motor City in its booming 1920s heyday. With his faithful "agent" Abie, his brilliant but fragile brother Max, and an out-of-control enforcer named Grabowski (not to mention a couple of carnivorous creatures known as "the babies"), Bernstein gives rise to the infamous Purple Gang-so named by local merchants because the gang's members were said to be "tainted, like spoiled meat." Bernstein's boys set their sights on taking over the Detroit River, the pipeline connecting dry America to wet Canada. But Joe also must contend with having "a sweetheart in the nut house" and rising tensions within his gang. Worst of all, the D.A.'s office has brought in an amputee war hero named Riley--who seems to be one step ahead of Joe's big plans. A fast-paced thriller that builds to the climactic Collingwood Massacre (a seminal event that changed Detroit forever), THE PURPLES blends richly-detailed historical fiction with nonstop action, all narrated in the wry voice of the smart, self-deluding, and unforgettable Joe Bernstein. "Corruption in 1920s Detroit is brought to life in vivid detail in this accomplished book." -Publishers Weekly

Download or read book Lilly s Purple Plastic Purse written by Kevin Henkes and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 1996-08-19 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lilly loves everything about school, especially her cool teacher, Mr. Slinger. But when Lilly brings her purple plastic purse and its treasures to school and can't wait until sharing time, Mr. Slinger confiscates her prized possessions. Lilly's fury leads to revenge and then to remorse and she sets out to make amends. Lilly, the star of Chester's Way and Julius, the Baby of the World, is back. And this time she has her name in the title - something she's wanted all along. If you thought Lilly was funny before, you are in for a treat. So hurry up and start reading. Lilly can't wait for you to find out more about her.

Download or read book The Color Purple written by Alice Walker and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2011-09-20 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Pulitzer Prize– and National Book Award–winning novel is now a new, boldly reimagined film from producers Oprah Winfrey and Steven Spielberg, starring Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, and Fantasia Barrino. A PBS Great American Read Top 100 Pick Celie has grown up poor in rural Georgia, despised by the society around her and abused by her own family. She strives to protect her sister, Nettie, from a similar fate, and while Nettie escapes to a new life as a missionary in Africa, Celie is left behind without her best friend and confidante, married off to an older suitor, and sentenced to a life alone with a harsh and brutal husband. In an attempt to transcend a life that often seems too much to bear, Celie begins writing letters directly to God. The letters, spanning 20 years, record a journey of self-discovery and empowerment guided by the light of a few strong women. She meets Shug Avery, her husband’s mistress and a jazz singer with a zest for life, and her stepson’s wife, Sofia, who challenges her to fight for independence. And though the many letters from Celie’s sister are hidden by her husband, Nettie’s unwavering support will prove to be the most breathtaking of all. The Color Purple has sold more than five million copies, inspired an Academy Award-nominated film starring Oprah Winfrey and directed by Steven Spielberg, and been adapted into a Tony-winning Broadway musical. Lauded as a literary masterpiece, this is the groundbreaking novel that placed Walker “in the company of Faulkner” (The Nation), and remains a wrenching—yet intensely uplifting—experience for new generations of readers. This ebook features a new introduction written by the author on the 25th anniversary of publication, and an illustrated biography of Alice Walker including rare photos from the author’s personal collection. The Color Purple is the 1st book in the Color Purple Collection, which also includes The Temple of My Familiar and Possessing the Secret of Joy.

Download or read book A New English Dictionary on Historical Principles written by James Augustus Henry Murray and published by . This book was released on 1909 with total page 1700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Eat Your Greens Reds Yellows and Purples written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-05-17 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gather your ingredients and get busy in the kitchen creating tasty, healthy meals with your kids with Eat Your Greens, Reds, Yellows, and Purples. With 25 delicious and simple vegetarian recipes, this healthy cookbook makes fruits and vegetables fun and delicious while teaching kids the benefits of eating healthy. Teach your kids how carrots help their vision while baking carrot and orange muffins or why peppers boost their immune system while making a red pepper hummus. Written in a friendly, positive tone that focuses on why colorful fruit and vegetables are good, Eat Your Greens, Reds, Yellows, and Purples is perfect for parents looking for a way to get their children excited about fruit, vegetables, and cooking. The delicious meals and fun facts are enough to satisfy any hungry young appetite, so reach for your reds, pick up your purples, and don't forget to eat your greens!

Download or read book Purple Threads written by Jeanine Leane and published by Univ. of Queensland Press. This book was released on 2023-05-30 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the David Unaipon Award, an engaging, moving and often funny yarn about growing up in the home of two Aunties running a sheep farm in rural Gundagai. Growing up in the shifting landscape of Gundagai with her Nan and Aunties, Sunny spends her days playing on the hills near their farmhouse and her nights dozing by the fire, listening to the big women yarn about life over endless cups of tea. It is a life of freedom, protection and love. But as Sunny grows she must face the challenge of being seen as different, and of having a mother whose visits are as unpredictable as the rain. Based on Jeanine Leane's own childhood, these funny, endearing and thought-provoking stories offer a snapshot of a unique Australian upbringing.

Download or read book The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia The Century dictionary prepared under the superintendence of William Dwight Whitney rev enl under the superintendence of Benjamin E Smith written by and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 902 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The World Needs More Purple People written by Kristen Bell and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2020-06-02 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 New York Times bestseller! Actress, producer, and parent Kristen Bell (The Good Place, Veronica Mars, Frozen) and creative director and parent Benjamin Hart have a new challenge for you and your kids: become a purple person by embracing what makes YOU special while finding common ground with those around you. What is a purple person? Great question. I mean, really great! Because purple people always ask really great questions. They bring their family, friends, and communities together, and they speak up for what’s right. They are kind and hardworking, and they love to laugh (especially at Grandpa’s funny noises)! A purple person is an everyday superhero! How do you become one? That’s the fun part! Penny Purple will lead you through the steps. Get ready to be silly, exercise your curiosity, use your voice, and be inspired. Looking to reach beyond the political divide of red and blue, Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart have created a hilarious and joyous read-aloud that offers a wonderful message about embracing the things that bring us together as humans. This book will inspire a whole generation to paint the world purple!

Download or read book Mendel s Principles of Heredity written by William Bateson and published by . This book was released on 1909 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Counsel to a Mother on the Care and Rearing of her Children Third edition written by Pye Henry CHAVASSE and published by . This book was released on 1874 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Copy of the short hand writer s minutes of the evidence taken before the committee on the petition of John Cozens esq and others to the House of commons against the return of lord Stormont and sir James Scarlett written by Parliament commons, proc, Will. iv and published by . This book was released on 1833 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Purple Gang written by Paul R. Kavieff and published by Barricade Books. This book was released on 2013-06-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Purple Gang - Detroit's ruling organised crime syndicate - became one of the most notorious gangs during the Prohibition Era. The gang was comprised mostly of the offspring of recent immigrants - Eastern European Jews who were hardworking and honest. This vicious gang quickly rose to power by engaging in extortion, gambling and the illicit trade of drugs and alcohol. The book if graphically illustrated with 32 pages of photographs depicting the gangsters, from their lives on the street to their bloody demise.

Download or read book The Illustrated Family Bible Being the Old and New Testaments According to the Authorised Version written by and published by . This book was released on 1865 with total page 1348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Purple Cloud written by Matthew Phipps Shiel and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-04-25 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sheil's free-flowing and persuasive style of writing produces a convincing portrait of Adam Jefferson -- a man who, upon returning alone from an expedition to the North Pole, learns that a world-wide catastrophe has left him the last man on Earth.

Download or read book The Purple Road written by SHAMS W TEH and published by Shams Teh. This book was released on 2024-02-27 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Purple Road" follows the gripping tale of a man whose life, once bathed in public adoration, crumbles under the weight of his own addictions, tearing apart the fabric of his family. The story takes a cosmic turn when a night of intense prayer catapults our protagonist into a visionary experience, transporting him into outer space within a New Orleans house enveloped by a tornado of wildflowers and butterflies—his destination: Planet Social, his wife's realm. As he lands, a challenging path unfolds—a purple road fraught with obstacles that demand introspection and growth. This poignant journey becomes a quest for self-discovery, redemption, and a chance to rebuild the fractured bonds with his family. Amidst the cosmic backdrop, the protagonist grapples with the lessons he must learn to regain trust and love. "The Purple Road" is a captivating narrative that delves into the depths of one man's soul, showcasing the transformative power of self-reflection and the unwavering pursuit of personal redemption.

Download or read book The Purple Mists written by Florence Ethel Mills Young and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Bootleggers and Beer Barons of the Prohibition Era written by J. Anne Funderburg and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2014-04-04 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work is an accurate, wide-ranging, and entertaining account of the illegal liquor traffic during the Prohibition Era (1920 to 1933). Based on FBI files, legal documents, old newspapers and other sources, it offers a coast-to-coast survey of Volstead crime--outrageous stories of America's most notorious liquor lords, including Al Capone and Dutch Schultz. Readers will find the lesser known Volstead outlaws to be as fascinating as their more famous counterparts. The riveting tales of Max Hassel, Waxy Gordon, Roy Olmstead, the Purple Gang, the Havre Bunch, and the Capitol Hill Bootlegger will be new to most readers. Likewise, the exploits of women bootleggers and flying bootleggers are unknown to most Americans. Books about Prohibition usually note that Canadian liquor exporters abetted the U.S. bootleggers, but they fail to go into detail. Bootleggers and Beer Barons examines the major cross-border routes for smuggling liquor from Canada into the U.S.: Quebec to Vermont and New York, Ontario to Michigan, Saskatchewan to Montana, and British Columbia to Washington.