Download or read book The Story of Pink Jade written by William J. Lederer and published by . This book was released on 1966 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pink Jade written by Jade Balden and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2017-11-15 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pink Jade is a touching and inspiring chronicle of a young Vietnamese girl and her familys life during the turmoil preceding and following the Vietnam War. It speaks to her journey to find peace and love after escaping the horrors of war-torn Vietnam. Sharing the trauma of forced displacement and the difficulties and uncertainty of what would come next, the author invites readers to walk with her as she and her family relocate her lost father and start a new life with a new direction.

Download or read book The Jade Peony written by Wayson Choy and published by D & M Publishers. This book was released on 2009-12-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three siblings tell the stories of their very different childhoods in Vancouver's Chinatown before and during World War II.

Download or read book Yoon and the Jade Bracelet written by Helen Recorvits and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR). This book was released on 2008-08-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is Yoon's birthday and all she wants is a jump rope so she can play with the other girls in the school yard. Instead, Yoon's mother gives her a Korean storybook about a silly girl who is tricked by a tiger. Yoon also receives a jade bracelet that once belonged to her grandmother. The next day at school, a girl offers to teach Yoon how to jump rope, but for a price: she wants to borrow the jade bracelet. When Yoon tries to get her bracelet back, the girl swears it belongs to her. Yoon must use the lessons learned in her storybook and her "Shining Wisdom" to retrieve the precious keepsake. In this third book featuring Yoon, lush impressionistic dreamscapes evoke a simple and timeless message: it is possible to trick a tiger. Yoon and the Jade Bracelet is a 2009 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

Download or read book Jade s Story written by Helena Pielichaty and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2002 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jade doesn't know how to cope when her father starts behaving oddly. He sits in a chair all day, staring into space, not even bothering to get dressed - until Jade is too embarrassed to bring her friends home. And then, to cap it all, he wrecks his own shop, makes a scene in the middle ofthe road, and has to be escorted off to hospital by the police. Jade doesn't know how to cope with her father's strange behaviour - and it's only as she comes to understand him better that she can come to terms with what's happening to him.An insightful study of what it's like to have a parent break down, handled with sensitivity and humour.

Download or read book Story and Reality written by Robert Paul Roth and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2004-12-10 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No Christian will dispute the importance of properly understanding the gospel. And throughout the centuries the function of theology has been to aid that understanding. In good part, as the author of this challenging study indicates, theology has turned to philosophy, history, sociology, or yet other disciplines in an effort to make its own message clear; that is, theology has used philosophical or historical or sociological concepts of reality, and has then attempted to impose upon reality (so defined) a deeper theological significance. But that effort, Robert Roth believes, can never be completely successful, since each of these disciplines -- valuable as they are in themselves -- are compelled by their nature to reduce both reality and theology to the level of what is human, thus leaving out the very thing that theology is all about: God. Roth contends that theology must use as its model what he terms story, the kind of large, comprehensive tale or myth that takes into account the basic facts of the universe and human existence. The nature of story, he tells us, is essentially dramatic, filled with tension between opposing forces. The conflict between good and evil, for example, or between hope and despair, has always characterized great literature. And it is precisely those same conflicts that characterize reality. Little wonder that God's account of reality -- the gospel -- is cast in story form. 'Story and Reality' is an exciting and unusual approach to the question of what constitutes God's message to humanity; it offers as well new insights into the nature of literature, and the role story can play in helping us properly apprehend reality. Roth demands an effort on the part of his readers; but it is an effort that will be richly repaid.

Download or read book The Memory of You written by Samantha Tonge and published by Boldwood Books Ltd. This book was released on 2023-05-16 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A gorgeous, gorgeous book, full of love, written from the heart. I adored every page!' Bestselling author, Judy Leigh Alex would like to believe she’s a woman who has it all. Or that’s what she tells everyone, including herself. But this is far from true. Actually she’s on the cusp of losing her home, her dream career as a writer is in tatters, her ex won’t speak to her, and her mother’s gone forever. But then a chance meeting with a stranger named Hope gives her the opportunity of a lifetime, when Hope jokes that perhaps Alex should take over her job in a café while she goes travelling. Just at that moment, it sounds like the answer to all her problems. So Alex persuades Hope to let her step into her shoes for a month. She brushes away Hope’s attempts to explain about the café, instead demanding to know more about the owner Tom. But she should have asked for more details. Because the ‘Wrong Order Café’ isn’t like anywhere she’s ever been before. And Alex’s life is about to change forever... A gorgeously uplifting story about memories, storytelling, love and friendship, about the journeys we take and the people we meet, what we remember and how there are some things we can never forget. Readers love The Memory of You: ‘Perfection – heart-breaking, heart-warming, witty and comforting... A glorious recipe that makes the reader want to move into this cafe and never leave. I absolutely adored it.’ Celia Anderson, bestselling author of 59 Memory Lane ‘Samantha Tonge has done it again! An emotional and enlightening story packed with empathy and heart.’ Zoe Folbigg, bestselling author of The Note ‘Oh, this book! A beautiful and truly unforgettable read.’ Helen Prior, bestselling author of Away With the Penguins ‘I loved this heartwarming book... Great characters... Moments to make you smile, raise a lump in your throat and touches of humour... Wonderful.’ Caroline Roberts, bestselling author of The Cosy Teashop series ‘Wonderful... the author’s emotional touch is quite perfect... A book entirely filled with kindness and love that can’t fail to touch the heart... I adored every moment. One of my books of the year.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I’m not sure any words I choose will be eloquent enough to sum up this very special book.... It’s honest, raw, poignant and heart-breaking. It is also warm-hearted, positive, uplifting, funny and full of love and hope... Clearly written straight from the heart.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A hug in a book... A truly stunning read and deserved every one of the 5 stars in spades. Loved it doesn’t cover it.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This story is beautiful, uplifting, emotional, thought-provoking and thoroughly disarming... brave, funny, beautiful... life affirming.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had me in tears of laughter and tears of heartbreak... Beautiful.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Download or read book Children of China written by C. Campbell Brown and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-06-13 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Children of China" by C. Campbell Brown is considered a near-lost piece of historic literature. The original text has long been archived due to its scarcity, this book has recently been re-released to ensure it wouldn't be lost forever. Written in 1909, this book recounts the lives of the boys and girls who live in the Chinese countryside as witnessed by the author C. Campbell Brown. In fact, the book describes the daily life and customs of boys and girls from games and school day routines to children and parent relationships in early 20th century China.

Download or read book Books and Pamphlets Including Serials and Contributions to Periodicals written by Library of Congress. Copyright Office and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Story of the Charming Empress written by Shui YouYou and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2019-12-25 with total page 863 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Xiao Clan, Princess Nanliang, was born in the second month of life. She was considered the bane of the Emperor and Empress and had abandoned the countryside.His entire life had been rough, and he had served six different Sovereign Kings: Yang Guang, Yuwen Huai, Dou Jiande, Tu Ke Han, Jie Li, Li Shimin.

Download or read book A Study Guide for William J Lederer Eugene Burdick s The Ugly American written by Gale, Cengage Learning and published by Gale, Cengage Learning . This book was released on 2016-06-29 with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Study Guide for William J. Lederer/Eugene Burdick 's "The Ugly American," excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Novels for Students. This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestions for further reading; and much more. For any literature project, trust Novels for Students for all of your research needs.

Download or read book The Jade Lily written by Kirsty Manning and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-03 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Jade Lily is a sweeping story of friendship, loyalty, love and identity from the popular author of The Midsummer Garden.

Download or read book Jade Fire Gold written by June CL Tan and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-10-12 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Girls of Paper and Fire meets A Song of Wraiths and Ruin in June CL Tan’s stunning debut, where ferocious action, shadowy intrigue, rich magic, and a captivating slow-burn romance collide. In an empire on the brink of war . . . Ahn is no one, with no past and no family. Altan is a lost heir, his future stolen away as a child. When they meet, Altan sees in Ahn a path to reclaiming the throne. Ahn sees a way to finally unlock her past and understand her lethal magical abilities. But they may have to pay a far deadlier price than either could have imagined. A stunning homage to the Xianxia novel with dangerous magic, fast-paced action, and a delightful romance, Jade Fire Gold isn’t one to miss! “An addictive story that is impossible to put down." —Swati Teerdhala, author of The Tiger at Midnight series "Adventure at its finest. A beautifully rendered story that honors the great wuxia epics.” —Joan He, author of Descendant of the Crane and The Ones We're Meant to Find “An epic adventure!” —Elizabeth Lim, New York Times bestselling author of Spin the Dawn and So This Is Love “Epic in every sense of the word, beautiful as it is sweeping." —Roseanne A. Brown, New York Times bestselling author of A Song of Wraiths and Ruin

Download or read book Wishing on a Star Jade s Story Black Rainbows written by Cookie Cruise McFarland and published by Cookie Cruise McFarland LLC . This book was released on 2008-06-06 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Murder always has a deeper motive as Jade Woodard,who returns home to Lakewood, Ohio finds out. Uncovering many secrets at the price of death threats, and bodies piling up. She races to close the gaps over generations in her family that have cursed her and her sister to the dark side. There is an even darker presence in her life, making her wonder if she will be able to hold on to her heart that she is fast losing to the danger that lurks in the form of the beautiful Darcc Lightee investment banker, to her sister Amber. Will she survive this? Are his secrets as murky and dark as the ones that is looming around her?

Download or read book Jade City written by Fonda Lee and published by Orbit. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this World Fantasy Award-winning novel of magic and kungfu, four siblings battle rival clans for honor and power in an Asia-inspired fantasy metropolis. *Named one of TIME's Top 100 Fantasy Books Of All Time ​* World Fantasy Award for Best Novel, winner Jade is the lifeblood of the island of Kekon. It has been mined, traded, stolen, and killed for -- and for centuries, honorable Green Bone warriors like the Kaul family have used it to enhance their magical abilities and defend the island from foreign invasion. Now, the war is over and a new generation of Kauls vies for control of Kekon's bustling capital city. They care about nothing but protecting their own, cornering the jade market, and defending the districts under their protection. Ancient tradition has little place in this rapidly changing nation. When a powerful new drug emerges that lets anyone -- even foreigners -- wield jade, the simmering tension between the Kauls and the rival Ayt family erupts into open violence. The outcome of this clan war will determine the fate of all Green Bones -- and of Kekon itself. Praise for Jade City: "An epic drama reminiscent of the best classic Hong Kong gangster films but set in a fantasy metropolis so gritty and well-imagined that you'll forget you're reading a book." --Ken Liu, Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Award-winning author "A beautifully realized setting, a great cast of characters, and dramatic action scenes. What a fun, gripping read!" --Ann Leckie, Hugo, Nebula, and Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author "An instantly absorbing tale of blood, honor, family and magic, spiced with unexpectedly tender character beats." --NPR The Green Bone Saga Jade City Jade War Jade Legacy

Download or read book Ugly American written by William J. Lederer and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 1999-01-05 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ineffectual Ambassador is just one of the handicaps facing the Americans as Southeast Asia becomes increasingly involved with Communism.

Download or read book The Book Buyer s Guide written by and published by . This book was released on 1966 with total page 2182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: