Download or read book Olivia Manning written by Deirdre David and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2013-01-10 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Olivia Manning: A Woman at War is the first literary biography of the twentieth-century novelist Olivia Manning. It tells the story of a writer whose life and work were shaped by her own fierce ambition, and, like many of her generation, the events and aftermath of the Second World War. From the time she left Portsmouth for London in the mid-1930s determined to become a famous writer, through her wartime years in the Balkans and the Middle East, and until her death in London in 1980, Olivia Manning was a dedicated and hard-working author. Married to a British Council lecturer stationed in Bucharest, Olivia Manning arrived in Romania on the 3rd September 1939, the fateful day when Allied forces declared war on Germany. For the duration of World War Two, she kept one step ahead of invading German forces as she and her husband fled Romania for Greece, and then Greece for the Middle East, where they stayed until the end of the war. These tumultuous wartime years are the subject of her best-known and most transparently autobiographical novels, The Balkan Trilogy and The Levant Trilogy. Olivia Manning refused to be labelled a 'feminist,' but her novels depict with cutting insight and sardonic wit the marginal position of women striving for independent identity in arenas frequently controlled by men, whether on the frontlines of war or in the publishing world of the 1950s. However, she did not just write about World War Two and women's lives. Amongst other things, Manning published fiction about making do in Britain's post-war Age of Austerity, about desecration of the environment through uncontrolled development, and about the painful adjustment to post-war British life for young men. As the author of thirteen published novels, two volumes of short stories, several works of non-fiction, and a regular reviewer of contemporary fiction, she was a visible presence on the British literary scene throughout her life and her work provides a detailed insight into the period. Grounded in thorough research and enriched by discussion of previously unexamined manuscripts and letters, Olivia Manning: A Woman at War is a timely study of Olivia Manning's remarkable life. Deirdre David integrates incisive critical analysis of Manning's writing with extensive discussion of the historical contexts of her fiction.

Download or read book Olivia s Mine written by Janine McCaw and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2006-02 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1915, young newlywed Olivia Fitzpatrick leaves her affluent Seattle family to join her husband Frank in the isolated and tight-knit seaside mining community of Britannia Beach, Canada. Olivia has always gone against the grain with her choices in life, but as she boards a vessel bound for a foreign country she has never visited, she knows her life is about to change forever. Frank and Olivia share a loving and intimate reunion after her ship docks in Britannia Beach, but before she has a chance to enjoy her new-found happiness, many of the town's friendly citizens and their children are killed in a horrific natural disaster. A tragic mudslide triggers a series of events that soon befall the young Olivia and the close community that she has joined. Among the members of that community whom she will encounter are the fiery redhead Lucy Bentall; ship captain Frenchie Cates; the always surprising Yada family; handsome Officer Wolanski; man-crazy Sarah Leiboldt; and the fearsome J. W. McMichael. In spite of catastrophes, flu epidemics, and the chaos of World War I, Olivia is determined to continue her life in Britannia Beach, but fate may have other plans.

Download or read book Olivia de Havilland written by Victoria Amador and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2019-05-31 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “There is much more to de Havilland’s story than her role as Melanie Wilkes, and it’s all here . . . a treat for film fans” (Booklist). Two-time Academy Award winner Olivia de Havilland is best known for her role as Melanie Wilkes in Gone with the Wind. She often inhabited characters who were delicate, elegant, and refined; yet at the same time, she was a survivor with a fierce desire to direct her own destiny on and off the screen. She fought and won a lawsuit against Warner Bros. over a contract dispute that changed the studio contract system forever. She is also noted for her long feud with her sister, fellow actress Joan Fontaine—a feud that lasted from 1975 until Fontaine’s death in 2013. Victoria Amador draws on extensive interviews and forty years of personal correspondence with de Havilland to present an in-depth look at her life and career.Amador begins with de Havilland’s childhood—she was born in Japan in 1916 to affluent British parents who had aspirations of success and fortune in faraway countries—and her theatrical ambitions at a young age. The book then follows her career as she skyrocketed to star status, becoming one of the most well-known starlets in Tinseltown. Readers are given an inside look at her love affairs with iconic cinema figures such as James Stewart and John Huston, and her onscreen partnership with Errol Flynn, with whom she starred in The Adventures of Robin Hood and Dodge City. After she moved to Europe, de Havilland became the first woman to serve as the president of the Cannes Film Festival in 1965, and remained active in film and television for another two decades. Olivia de Havilland: Lady Triumphant is a tribute to one of Hollywood’s greatest legends, tracing her evolution from a gentle heroine to a strong-willed, respected, and admired artist.

Download or read book A Portrait of Olivia written by J. P. Bowie and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2006 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The old axiom of "What you see is what you get" cannot be said to apply to Olivia Winters, the seemingly gracious and vivacious daytime television host whom Peter Brandon is commissioned to paint after he and his partner, Jeff Stevens, appear on her popular show. Peter quickly discovers that underneath the veneer of warmth and sophistication, is a bitter and vindictive woman-with an ego bigger than the lavish Beverly Hills penthouse she owns. Her perfect world, however, starts to unravel when she receives threatening letters from a religious fanatic, and when her blackmailing ex-boyfriend attempts to reenter her life. Jeff, hired to investigate the source of the threats, is convinced that Patricia Hastings, the mother of their close friends, Emily and Anthony, may very well be the perpetrator. Patricia is particularly incensed when her son and daughter are interviewed by Olivia on the subject of child abuse-something Patricia has long denied her children suffered. Challenged by Olivia to counter her children's stories, an enraged Patricia physically attacks Olivia in front of a studio audience. Olivia seeks to benefit from the resulting media frenzy, but a murder and a suicide deflate her plans. She turns her fury on those around her, but is silenced when confronted by a vengeful killer-with only Peter's erratic psychic ability to prevent another murder. A Portrait of Olivia, the fifth in the Portrait series, is another entertaining mix of mystery, thrills, chills and the complexity of love and friendship.

Download or read book Olivia Taylor Fashion Dreams written by Dolly Lloyd and published by Austin Macauley Publishers. This book was released on 2022-11-30 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Olivia Taylor, a stylish and creative genius, has a serendipitous and life-changing opportunity while navigating the convoluted world of haute couture. The 35-year-old British designer embarks on a career in fashion, which she discovers, she is ‘tailormade’ for. The dream job versus ruthless reality. Glamour versus drama. And to escort her through the conflict and cutthroat competition on this roller coaster journey, she depends on the loyal support of her precious friends and loving dog, Duke. Olivia is surprised and immediately curious when she stumbles across a miniature version of her namesake, a young orphan, nicknamed ‘Liv’. The little girl is captivating, with her lookalike features and natural charm. But something is about to turn her own world upside down in the realm of both work and romance. Olivia, through no design of her own, meets the handsome and mysterious Damien, which forces her to reconsider her notions of love. Will her whirlwind lifestyle even allow her to explore the possibility of a committed relationship? Only time and fate will tell. Her innate spirituality and sensitivity, coupled with her uncompromising self-belief will stand her in good stead, in pursuing her true calling in life. Adhering to those strong instincts, Olivia is able to seamlessly shift gears along the path of destiny and arrive at the best decision she has ever made, regardless of the extent to which her project threatens to tie her up in knots...

Download or read book Olivia Kidney Secret Beneath City written by Ellen Potter and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-01-08 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Olivia Kidney has been through a lot. Being able to communicate with ghosts means never a dull moment? or a normal life. But just when things have calmed down, Olivia?s father insists she enroll at one of the most prestigious arts schools in Manhattan! Yet her school problems take a backseat when Olivia must help her friend Frannie solve an age-old mystery, one that forces her deep underground into the infamous, intricate subway system of New York City. And what awaits her makes ghosts look like child?s play.

Download or read book Olivia Delaplaine written by Edgar Fawcett and published by . This book was released on 1888 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Friend Olivia written by Amelia E. Barr and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page 474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Other Olivia written by Tamara M Bailey and published by Clan Destine Press. This book was released on 2022-10-01 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Olivia Alexander (nee Sharp) thinks her biggest problem is discovering her husband's affair. Then a stranger accosts her on the street warning, "Don't sign anything." When Olivia reluctantly follows his advice, everything starts to fall apart. Suddenly assassins, safe houses, and ruthless global corporations are hew new reality, and she's running for her life. In a shadow world unknown to Olivia, Livvie Sharp's partner goes missing, someone tries to kidnap her little girl, and now she too is on the run as someone hunts her. Someone using her loved ones as weapons to bring her down. Then she meets the other Olivia.

Download or read book OLIVIA Meets Olivia written by and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-12-27 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a new girl joins Mrs. Hoggenmuller's class, Olivia is very upset--they're both named Olivia! Olivia is convinced that she lives in a "one Olivia town" so she decides to change her name to Pam. But Olivia doesn't feel Pam-ish--she feels Olivia-ish! Come along as Olivia discovers a lesson about sharing and friendship in this hilarious storybook.

Download or read book Olivia 5 Minute Stories written by Various and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2018-04-24 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twelve of Olivia’s favorite adventures are now available in one dazzling edition! Olivia loves to do it all! And with her great big imagination, Olivia can go anywhere. Would you like to come along? This treasury includes twelve of Olivia’s favorite adventures, each of which can be read aloud in five minutes. This sweet collection is perfect for busy little ones who are always on the go! Olivia’s 5-Minute Stories includes: OLIVIA Acts Out OLIVIA the Ballerina OLIVIA and the Haunted Hotel OLIVIA the Superhero Dinner with OLIVIA OLIVIA and the School Carnival I Can Do Anything! OLIVIA and Her Alien Brother OLIVIA Leads a Parade OLIVIA Makes Memories OLIVIA Dances for Joy OLIVIA Says Good Night OLIVIA TM Ian Falconer Ink Unlimited, Inc. and © 2018 Ian Falconer and Classic Media, LLC

Download or read book Behind Her Back An Olivia Lane Mystery Book 1 written by Justine Blake and published by Justine Blake. This book was released on 2020-01-17 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BEHIND HER BACK (An Olivia Lane Mystery—Book #1) is the debut novel in a new psychological thriller series by debut author Justine Blake. Newlywed Olivia Lane is excited to begin the next chapter in her life when she moves to the suburbs with her husband. But she soon discovers that all is not as it seems; secrets lurk within the affluent town, and when a popular socialite shows up dead the morning after a party, all fingers point to those in attendance—including Olivia. Desperate to prove her innocence, Olivia finds herself pulled into the case. As she combs through the secrets, lies, and infidelity of the seemingly perfect town, she soon learns that everyone has a darkness to unveil. Meanwhile, tensions are running high within her marriage, and Olivia is determined to find the truth before she loses it all. BEHIND HER BACK is book #1 in an explosive new psychological thriller series filled with love, tragedy, heartbreak, betrayal and suspense, one that will leave you turning pages late into the night. Book #2 will be released soon.

Download or read book Song for Olivia A Novel written by Maruchi Mendez and published by Reedy Press LLC. This book was released on 2023-04-15 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gusana. Esbirra. Latifundista. Mari is only 12 when she is called these words for the first time. She knows what they mean: worm, henchman, filthy landowner. What she doesn’t yet know is that they mark the beginning of her exile from her native Cuba. Mari’s childhood has been filled with the opulence enjoyed by Cuba’s wealthy elites, but as Fidel Castro seizes power, her father’s money and former government position place a target on their family. The country she has always called home is now violently rejecting her. After a fraught escape to Miami, Mari and her sister Olivia must start over as Castro continues to devastate the loved ones they have left behind. Miami holds both hope and desperation. Mari works towards her dream of becoming a writer, while Olivia meets and falls in love with a counterrevolutionary. Still, their family is fractured, their money is scarce, and their father insists they will be able to return to Cuba before they know it. But Mari and Olivia know that their futures are in the US now. It's up to them to find their way back to the lives they want to lead.

Download or read book Olivia and the Red Box from the Beach written by Edwin C. Rivera and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2015-07-13 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Olivia and the Red Box from the Beach is about a young girl strolling down the beach of her little village and finding a beautiful red box floating in the water. She, being so excited in finding this red box, ran through the village yelling that she had found this box. The village people, upon seeing the red box that Olivia had found, desired to have the box and yelled to Olivia, Give me the box! Share whats inside the box with us! But Olivia was very adamant on not sharing whats inside the box till she first opens it to see whats inside. She showed it to her mom, and she was not able to open the box. Being frustrated and not being able to open the box, Mom suggested several people in the village that might be able to help her. All in all, she was not able to open the box until she finally met one person that did open it for her. To Olivias surprise, after opening the box, it was something she had never expected. It was empty! The moral of this story is love, and that is what Olivia is supposed to share with everyone else. Now Olivia was very happy to share this love with everyone in the village.

Download or read book Olivia Thompson Mysteries Box Set Three written by Jullian Scott and published by Jullian Scott. This book was released on with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A suspenseful and romantic series that explores the depth of family loyalty, the cruelty of evil, and the power of love. It's been four years since Rosie Thompson's murder was solved. Nate and Olivia have built a happy life together with their two kids. Just when they start to think they've found their happily-ever-after, a new evil threatens to destroy everything. This Olivia Thompson box set contains books seven, eight, and nine in the series.

Download or read book Olivia a Tale for an Hour of Idleness written by Lady Augusta Louisa Lyons and published by . This book was released on 1848 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Olivia Brophie and the Pearl of Tagelus written by Christopher Tozier and published by Pineapple Press Inc. This book was released on 2012 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Young Olivia moves to the Florida scrub and finds much more than sand and scrawny oak trees. Caught in a battle for the fate of the universe, she slips down a tortoise burrow into the vast Floridan Aquifer where ancient animals thrive in a mysterious world. She learns the secret of a brilliant pearl and must use its power to discover her lifes ultimate destiny. This is the first novel in the Olivia Brophie series. See all of the books in this series