Download or read book Undercover written by Laurinda D. Brown and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2004-11-30 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of Fire & Brimstone continues with the introduction of Nathaniel, a seemingly happily married man and brother-in-law to Chris, but he’s struggling to keep up this performance of happiness while he falls back into an entirely different performance—as a drag queen. In Fire & Brimstone, Laurinda D. Brown began the turbulent love story of two women struggling with finding comfort in each other and in themselves while teetering on the verge of self-destruction. Chris Desmereaux and Gayle Evans: Two women, two mothers, two lovers testing the boundaries of 21st century morality, torn between different ideas of right and wrong. Now in Undercover, the author expands the story, introducing Nathaniel, the monogamous lover of Patrick, a high roller at the Memphis nightclub where Nathaniel transforms himself into a female diva before a standing-room-only crowd until Patrick breaks his heart. Devastated by his lover's rejection, Nathaniel leaves his flamboyant former life behind and reinvents himself yet again. This time it's Nathaniel, the committed family man—a loving husband to his wife, devoted father to his three children, and brother-in-law to Chris. Patrick is a distant, still-seductive memory, until financial woes force Nathaniel to return to his old fast-money way of life. This fateful decision culminates in exposure—and Nathaniel's subsequent downward spiral. Domestic crises abound as Nathaniel struggles with painful issues surrounding his sexual identity, and he must face the ultimate truth about himself in a harrowing climax. Undercover is a powerhouse novel by a gifted storyteller.

Download or read book Rudy written by Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2012-09-03 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rudy became the inspiration for millions when a Hollywood film depicting his journey as a Notre Dame football player became one of the most influential sports movies ever made. In Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger's only autobiography, go behind the scenes to experience the heartache, triumph, and glory through Rudy's own eyes, and learn details of the ten years it took to get the movie made. For the first time, the real Rudy shares his story of floundering through school with undiagnosed dyslexia and finding himself mixed up with a rough and rowdy crowd. "Football was my salvation in high school," Rudy believes, and while he dreamed of playing for Notre Dame, he never believed he was smart enough to make it to the elite group of higher education. A poignant and high-energy storyteller, Rudy details failures and pitfalls along the way. He explains the persistence and determination it took to get accepted to Notre Dame, to suit up and play for twenty-seven glorious seconds, and to see the dream of his movie become a reality. Rudy is truly a real-life testament to the old adage that it is not how many times you get knocked down, but how many times you get up again. He will motivate you to discover your own dreams and to them with unrelenting faith that anything is possible.

Download or read book Is that Really You God written by Loren Cunningham and published by YWAM Publishing. This book was released on 2001-08 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a time before youth were welcomed in short-term missions, Loren Cunningham founded Youth With A Mission to unlock the world for millions. He called young and old, women and men, and every ethnicity to go. Loren Cunningham's dream began with a vision - waves of young people from every nation going to every nation, telling everyone, everywhere about Jesus. How did God move Loren's dream from vision to reality and take him to every country on earth? Loren and his wife, Darlene, grew through tough lessons on hearing and obeying the Lord. This exciting story of Youth With A Mission shows how hearing God's voice is for every believer. Translated into 150+ languages, Is That Really You, God? is a practical guide to hearing God's voice and following His direction to change our hearts and our world. In this legacy edition, read a special new chapter On to Eternity, on "the biggest vision I can imagine" where Loren unveils his final call, to rally this generation to translate the Bible orally into every mother tongue on earth. In addition, see a special tribute called 'Grateful Reflections" on Loren's life from dear friend and senior YWAM leader David Joel Hamilton from his up close and personal experience serving Loren over the decades.

Download or read book The Greatest Bed Time Stories written by Beatrix Potter and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2020-12-17 with total page 10704 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Put your little ones to a snuggling sleep or go back yourself to the world of dreams and dreamers, magic, fairytales, legends and fantasy - with the greatest bed-time classics. Contents: Dragon Tales My Father's Dragon The Reluctant Dragon The Book of Dragons Animal Tales & Fables The Tale of Peter Rabbit The Tale of Benjamin Bunny The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies The Tailor of Gloucester Adventures of Peter Cottontail Mother West Wind Series The Burgess Bird Book for Children The Burgess Animal Book for Children The Velveteen Rabbit Uncle Wiggily's Adventures & Other Tales Little Bun Rabbit Mother Goose in Prose Lulu's Library The Jungle Book The Second Jungle Book Just So Stories The Call of the Wild White Fang Black Beauty The Story of Doctor Dolittle The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle Doctor Dolittle's Post Office The Story of a Nodding Donkey The Story of a Stuffed Elephant The Nutcracker and the Mouse King The Panchatantra Aesop Fables Russian Picture Fables for the Little Ones The Russian Garland: Folk Tales Fairy tales & Fantasies Complete Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen Complete Fairy Tales of Brothers Grimm Complete Fairy Books of Andrew Lang Peter Pan Five Children and It The Phoenix and the Carpet The Story of the Amulet The Enchanted Castle Alice in Wonderland Through the Looking Glass The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Collection At the Back of the North Wind The Princess and the Goblin The Princess and Curdie Wonder Book Tanglewood Tales The Happy Prince and Other Tales A House of Pomegranates All the Way to Fairyland The Blue Bird for Children The King of the Golden River Rootabaga Stories Knock Three Times! The Cuckoo Clock Friendly Fairies Raggedy Ann Stories Raggedy Andy Stories Russian Fairy Tales From the Skazki of Polevoi Old Peter's Russian Tales

Download or read book The Wonderful Land of Bed Time Stories written by Lewis Carroll and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-16 with total page 10380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Wonderful Land of Bed-Time Stories is an anthology that weaves together a rich tapestry of tales from a bevy of illustrious authors, embracing a wide array of literary styles from fairy tales to animal stories, and classic children's literature. With contributions from the minds behind Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, The Importance of Being Earnest, Treasure Island, and many more, this collection stands as a testament to the diversity and significance of storytelling across generations and cultures. Highlighted within are narratives that have shaped the contours of childhood imagination, each story a gem contributing to the overarching themes of adventure, morality, and the nuances of human (and animal) emotion. The remarkable variety within this compendium ensures the presence of a magical story for every reader. The contributing authors and editors, ranging from Lewis Carroll to Hans Christian Andersen, and including figures like Beatrix Potter and Rudyard Kipling, offer an anthology that spans the breadth of the 19th and early 20th centuries, encapsulating pivotal moments in literature. These writers, many of whom were pioneers in their respective genres, collectively represent a historical and cultural mosaic that enriched the literary landscape of their time. Their backgrounds, from varying corners of the world, provide a multifaceted exploration of societal norms, triumphs, and struggles through the lens of fantastical and heartwarming tales. The Wonderful Land of Bed-Time Stories is an indispensable collection for those who wish to delve into the world of literature that has charmed and educated generations. It offers readers the unique opportunity to traverse the myriad landscapes fashioned by these master storytellers. This anthology is more than a journey through the annals of literary history; it is a voyage that spans the spectrum of human emotion and the complexities of the world through the simplicity of children's stories. Ideal for scholars, educators, and anyone with a keen interest in the evolution of story-telling, this book illuminates the power of literature to transcend time, teaching timeless morals and showcasing the art of narrative in its most enchanting forms.

Download or read book The Ice Maiden and other Tales written by Hans Christian Andersen and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2019-09-25 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: The Ice-Maiden: and other Tales by Hans Christian Andersen

Download or read book Memories of Winter Ball written by Lou Hernández and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2013-05-04 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an oral history of the Latin American baseball leagues of the mid-20th century. Interviews with dozens of former major league players, who participated in the winter leagues of Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Puerto Rico and Venezuela, provide a fascinating view of life in all of these countries during the most nostalgic era of baseball. For the majority of the players, it was the first time in their lives living in a foreign country; some of the more fortunate made trips to the Caribbean Series. The players' recollections range from their experiences on and off the field, to where they lived, what they ate, the ballparks, other players and irrepressible fans. The stories are often juxtaposed against the backdrop of Latin American political history, adding to the unique international flavor.

Download or read book The Greatest Fairytales Of All Time written by Lewis Carroll and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-16 with total page 7274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Greatest Fairytales of All Time' presents an unparalleled collection that weaves through the rich tapestry of fairy tale tradition, encompassing a wide array of literary styles from the whimsical to the profound. This anthology captures the essence of cultural storytelling, showcasing the diversity and significance of its contents by bringing together iconic tales that have stood the test of time. The works within this compilation vary from the fantastical wonderlands of Lewis Carroll to the poignant social critiques of Oscar Wilde, illustrating the broad spectrum of human experience and imagination encapsulated in the fairy tale genre. The inclusion of lesser-known gems alongside universally celebrated stories offers readers a comprehensive insight into the genre's developmental narrative and its ability to convey complex truths through simple tales. The contributing authors and editors, spanning across the 19th and early 20th centuries, are luminaries in their own rights, with each bringing a unique cultural and literary perspective to the anthology. This collection is situated at the confluence of numerous literary movements—from Romanticism to Symbolism— and reflects the societal transition from oral folk traditions to printed literary works. The diversity of backgrounds, from the Brothers Grimm's Germanic folklore to Hans Christian Andersen's Danish tales, underlines the universal appeal and adaptability of fairy tales across different cultures and epochs. Their collective contributions embody the evolution of the fairy tale, enriching the reader's understanding of its enduring legacy and relevance. 'The Greatest Fairytales of All Time' is an indispensable resource for anyone keen on exploring the depths of human imagination and the variety of ways it has been manifested in literature. It serves as a valuable educational tool, offering insights into the historical and cultural contexts of these timeless stories. Moreover, this anthology invites readers into a dialogue spanning centuries, encouraging a deeper appreciation of how these divergent narratives mirror the complexities of human nature and society. This collection promises not just entertainment, but a profound engagement with the world's shared heritage of storytelling.

Download or read book Break In written by Jose Yglesias and published by Arte Publico Press. This book was released on 1996-01-01 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ex-fire chief Rudy Parado, a curmudgeon if ever there was one, had come home to find a young black man rifling through his house and possessions. The intrusion brings out RudyÍs blatant racial prejudices. But, as he grapples to maneuver the scales of justice, Rudy comes to realize that the break-in has more to do with his conscience than his house. Reluctantly, he allows himself to be drawn into a polarized relationship with the bright young burglar, risking the integrity of his fast-held biases. The mordant and never revealed question in this humorous, witty and human exploration of race and justice in our society asks whether Munro, the smart young interloper, is worth RudyÍs time and effort. Rudy has family problems of his own: failure surrounds his ex-con son and his lump of a nephew. So why is Rudy so drawn to making things right by the young black desperado? Questions abound in this beguiling, graceful narrative by one of AmericaÍs most accomplished novelists.

Download or read book The Deacon Cross written by JM Ruth and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2011-11-26 with total page 525 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Deacon Cross brings you twenty chapters in the lives of The Deacons, the gang that controls South Philadelphia. The chapters range from chronicling the Deacons war with rival gangs, the members personal lives, and the gang's impact on their city.

Download or read book The Ice Virgin written by Hans Christian Andersen and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2017-06-13 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The relationship between a daring young chamois hunter from the remote Bernese Oberland and a prosperous miller’s daughter living in the comfortable French-speaking Swiss canton of Vaud plays out a complex of themes, such as the instinctive life versus rational civilization and the role of early experience in shaping personal destiny, in this dark and affecting Hans Christian Andersen adult novella.In the terrifying Ice Virgin and her eerie minions, with their implacable hatred of mankind, we get a glimpse of the fairy tale Andersen. But The Ice Virgin, the most disturbing, ambitious, and searching of all of Andersen’s narratives, is also a thoroughly absorbing story of the real world. Andersen here is writing about a world he saw as something of a paradigm of the human condition, and this lies behind the story’s multilayered complexity.This splendid new translation by Paul Binding and his erudite and comprehensive afterword together make a compelling case for just why The Ice Virgin deserves to be placed in the first rank of world literature.

Download or read book Fit to Print written by Constance McCutcheon and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2008-04-09 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Freedom of the press and free enterprise clash in Warbler, Oklahoma when Rudy Serling, new owner of the modest Warbler newspaper, finds a newspaper very similar to his own in racks all over town just as he is getting ready to send his first edition to press. Turning the town shopper into a subscription newspaper was kept very quiet as Rudy was buying the established paper. Now, when he attempts to sue, his lawyer informs him he has no legal way out except to compete with his brash competition. Ill beat that bastard and run him out. Even though I hate this town, Ill teach them what journalism is, Rudy confides to his brother, also a newspaperman. Itll have to be so obvious hes just publishing trash. His brother raises the critical question: And if they want trash? The rivalry puts the papers at their worst, with the townspeople suddenly all-important voters Rudy has to court despite his disgust with the town and his lot. And, yes, they do seem to want trash. Until the battle pitches from unsavory to murderous, and Warbler citizens are forced to ponder the struggles core issue: the difference between a gossip sheet and news thats fit to print.

Download or read book The Fairy Tales written by Andersen and published by . This book was released on 1880 with total page 714 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Milagro Affair written by D. G. Hernández and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2017-03-14 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: David Lorca escapes the barrio in San Antonio, Texas and achieves much success in the software and pharmaceutical business. In spite of his success and accompanying wealth he is still haunted by the racism he experienced as a youth. Knowing that traditional approaches to solving racism have had little or no success he turns to science for answers. David Lorca seeks out a Gypsy geneticist that has been under the control of Neo Nazis for most of his life for help. After many years of clandestine research the Captain, the Gypsy geneticists name, discovers the racist gene in humans DNA. The euphoria of having discovered the racist gene is short lived. David commands the Captain to find a way of eliminating the gene from peoples DNA. A trusted member of Davids team betrays him and decides to sell the discovery to an arms dealer who represents the worlds power brokers. The self anointed world power brokers come to the conclusion that they must stop David and the Captain from eliminating racism at any cost.

Download or read book Rudolph Valentino written by Natacha Rambova and published by 1921 PVG Publishing. This book was released on 2009-12 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1926 Silent Film Icon, Rudolph Valentino, died unexpectedly at the age of 31. That same year, he had finalized a bitter divorce from his wife of four years, Natacha Rambova. Valentino had been madly in love with the gorgeous and very talented designer, yet they had been unable to make their marriage work. Since their first marriage in 1922, the public had been critical of Rambova, blaming her for any mistakes in Valentino's career or life. As Valentino laid on his deathbed in New York, Rambova was in Paris. The two exchanged telegrams to the very end, with both sides believing they would soon reunite and a reconciliation had taken place. Upon hearing the news of his death, Rambova was so distraught she locked herself in her room for three days. With many estate issues to fulfill, Valentino's manager George Ullman took the reigns. To help keep Valentino's name in the spotlight, Ullman wrote a book detailing his time with the gifted actor. Ullman and Rambova had never gotten along, fighting for control of Valentino's career. Feeling she had been unfairly portrayed not only by Ullman, but also by the press, Rambova decided to write her own book. First published in the UK in 1927, "Rudy: An Intimate Portrait by His Wife," presented Rambova's side of the story, providing many amusing stories and anecdotes about her time with Valentino. Both Valentino and Rambova had been firm believers in the practice of Spiritualism. Rambova decided to utilize her beliefs for this book, adding a section titled "Revelations," consisting of things supposedly told to her by Valentino's soul, through seances. Rambova felt the need to publish these 'messages', believing these were things his soul wished to communicate with the world. However things soon got out of hand, with boisterous fans and attention seekers bombarding the legacy of Rudolph Valentino with their own claims. Rambova would remain firm in her beliefs, eventually becoming a renowned Egyptologist. After the publication of this book, she never spoke of her time with Valentino again. "Rudolph Valentino: An Intimate Portrait by his wife" is proudly reprinted by The Rudolph Valentino Society for the first time in over 80 years, under a new title, "Rudolph Valentino: A Wife's Memories of an Icon." In addition to the original text there is a new section containing biographies, filmographies, bibliographies, notes, and new forwards. This section also contains groundbreaking biographies on screenwriter and film executive June Mathis; as well as silent film vamp Nita Naldi. 70% of proceeds from this book benefit The Rudolph Valentino Society and Film Festival.

Download or read book The Agony of Victory written by Steve Friedman and published by Skyhorse Publishing Inc.. This book was released on 2012-06 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet the swiftest and saddest cyclist of his time, a man whose craving for speed was outstripped by a terrible urge toward self-annihilation. See the greatest bowler who ever lived, a high-school dropout who could never measure up to his father. Try to understand the most accomplished high-school runner in American history, whose long-distance records still astound and who, a few years later, abruptly abandoned his wife and three small children. Read of the briefly glorious life of the leading scorer in Division I college basketball, one of the inner city's great success stories ... while it lasted.

Download or read book The Compass written by Deborah Radwan and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2012-01-17 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thirteen-year-old Rudy and his friends routinely ride their bikes through their rundown neighborhood, shouting insults at their neighbor, Jacob, an elderly Jewish man out tending his garden. Then Rudy discovers that his mother has arranged for him to help Jacob tear down his fence that summer. When a sullen Rudy shows up at Jacob's door, it's hard to know which of them is most wary of the other. Yet when Rudy sees the beautiful gardens Jacob and his neighbors, Frederick and Yoshito, have created in their backyards, he can't help but be impressed. During the hot summer days that follow, fatherless Rudy, who wants to "belong to something," toils in the sun with a shovel and an attitude, reluctant to accept even a glass of Frederick's iced tea. Gradually he learns that the older men-Jacob, from Germany; Frederick, an African American from the pre-civil rights movement South; and Yoshito, a Japanese American who spent three years in an internment camp during World War II-have become like brothers, bonded through tragedy and the drive to transform barren dirt into something beautiful. Frederick and Yoshito have made peace with their pasts and removed the fence between their yards, but Jacob is still haunted by what happened to his family at Auschwitz, memories retriggered by Rudy and his friends. As they work alongside each other, Jacob and Rudy do more than tear down a fence in this story of healing and hope that changes Rudy's life in ways he never imagined.