Download or read book Stories I Tell Myself written by Juan F. Thompson and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2016-01-05 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hunter S. Thompson, “smart hillbilly,” boy of the South, born and bred in Louisville, Kentucky, son of an insurance salesman and a stay-at-home mom, public school-educated, jailed at seventeen on a bogus petty robbery charge, member of the U.S. Air Force (Airmen Second Class), copy boy for Time, writer for The National Observer, et cetera. From the outset he was the Wild Man of American journalism with a journalistic appetite that touched on subjects that drove his sense of justice and intrigue, from biker gangs and 1960s counterculture to presidential campaigns and psychedelic drugs. He lived larger than life and pulled it up around him in a mad effort to make it as electric, anger-ridden, and drug-fueled as possible. Now Juan Thompson tells the story of his father and of their getting to know each other during their forty-one fraught years together. He writes of the many dark times, of how far they ricocheted away from each other, and of how they found their way back before it was too late. He writes of growing up in an old farmhouse in a narrow mountain valley outside of Aspen—Woody Creek, Colorado, a ranching community with Hereford cattle and clover fields . . . of the presence of guns in the house, the boxes of ammo on the kitchen shelves behind the glass doors of the country cabinets, where others might have placed china and knickknacks . . . of climbing on the back of Hunter’s Bultaco Matador trail motorcycle as a young boy, and father and son roaring up the dirt road, trailing a cloud of dust . . . of being taken to bars in town as a small boy, Hunter holding court while Juan crawled around under the bar stools, picking up change and taking his found loot to Carl’s Pharmacy to buy Archie comic books . . . of going with his parents as a baby to a Ken Kesey/Hells Angels party with dozens of people wandering around the forest in various stages of undress, stoned on pot, tripping on LSD . . . He writes of his growing fear of his father; of the arguments between his parents reaching frightening levels; and of his finally fighting back, trying to protect his mother as the state troopers are called in to separate father and son. And of the inevitable—of mother and son driving west in their Datsun to make a new home, a new life, away from Hunter; of Juan’s first taste of what “normal” could feel like . . . We see Juan going to Concord Academy, a stranger in a strange land, coming from a school that was a log cabin in the middle of hay fields, Juan without manners or socialization . . . going on to college at Tufts; spending a crucial week with his father; Hunter asking for Juan’s opinion of his writing; and he writes of their dirt biking on a hilltop overlooking Woody Creek Valley, acting as if all the horrible things that had happened between them had never taken place, and of being there, together, side by side . . . And finally, movingly, he writes of their long, slow pull toward reconciliation . . . of Juan’s marriage and the birth of his own son; of watching Hunter love his grandson and Juan’s coming to understand how Hunter loved him; of Hunter’s growing illness, and Juan’s becoming both son and father to his father . . .

Download or read book Louisa May Alcott Her Life Letters and Journals written by Louisa May Alcott and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a Journey Through the Life and Works of Louisa May Alcott Step into the fascinating world of one of America's most beloved authors with "Louisa May Alcott: Her Life, Letters, and Journals" by Louisa May Alcott herself. This captivating collection offers readers a unique glimpse into the life, thoughts, and experiences of the literary icon behind timeless classics like "Little Women." Biographical Insights: Discover the remarkable life story of Louisa May Alcott, from her humble beginnings in Concord, Massachusetts, to her rise to literary fame as one of the most celebrated authors of the 19th century. Through Alcott's own words and personal reflections, readers gain intimate insights into the events, relationships, and experiences that shaped her life and career. Letters and Journals: Delve into Alcott's personal correspondence and journals, which offer a candid and revealing look at her thoughts, feelings, and creative process. From heartfelt letters to family and friends to introspective journal entries, Alcott's writings provide a window into her inner world, allowing readers to connect with her on a deeply personal level. Themes and Motifs: Explore the recurring themes and motifs that define Alcott's work, from the bonds of sisterhood and the challenges of womanhood to the pursuit of personal and creative fulfillment. Through her letters and journals, Alcott offers profound insights into the human experience, addressing universal themes that continue to resonate with readers today. Character Analysis: Gain new perspectives on Alcott's iconic characters and their significance within her body of work. From the spirited March sisters of "Little Women" to the adventurous Jo March, Alcott's characters reflect her own values, beliefs, and aspirations, serving as powerful symbols of resilience, courage, and hope. Legacy and Influence: Consider the enduring legacy of Louisa May Alcott and her impact on literature, culture, and society. Through her timeless stories and timeless wisdom, Alcott continues to inspire readers of all ages, encouraging them to embrace their individuality, pursue their passions, and find joy and meaning in the everyday moments of life. Personal Reflection: Engage with Alcott's words and reflect on how her life and work resonate with your own experiences and aspirations. Whether you're a longtime admirer of her novels or a newcomer to her writings, "Louisa May Alcott: Her Life, Letters, and Journals" invites readers to connect with the author on a deeply personal level and discover the timeless wisdom of one of America's literary treasures. Immerse yourself in the world of Louisa May Alcott and experience the joys, challenges, and triumphs of a life lived with passion, purpose, and creativity. Whether you're seeking inspiration, insight, or simply a deeper understanding of one of literature's most beloved authors, "Louisa May Alcott: Her Life, Letters, and Journals" offers a rich and rewarding journey through the heart and mind of a true literary genius.

Download or read book American Son A Novel written by Brian Ascalon Roley and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2010-11-22 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A powerful novel about ethnically fluid California, and the corrosive relationship between two Filipino brothers. Told with a hard-edged purity that brings to mind Cormac McCarthy and Denis Johnson, American Son is the story of two Filipino brothers adrift in contemporary California. The older brother, Tomas, fashions himself into a Mexican gangster and breeds pricey attack dogs, which he trains in German and sells to Hollywood celebrities. The narrator is younger brother Gabe, who tries to avoid the tar pit of Tomas's waywardness, yet moves ever closer to embracing it. Their mother, who moved to America to escape the caste system of Manila and is now divorced from their American father, struggles to keep her sons in line while working two dead-end jobs. When Gabe runs away, he brings shame and unforeseen consequences to the family. Full of the ache of being caught in a violent and alienating world, American Son is a debut novel that captures the underbelly of the modern immigrant experience. A Los Angeles Times Best Book, New York Times Notable Book, and a Kiriyama Pacific Rim Prize Finalist

Download or read book Between the World and Me written by Ta-Nehisi Coates and published by One World. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER • NAMED ONE OF TIME’S TEN BEST NONFICTION BOOKS OF THE DECADE • PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST • NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST • ONE OF OPRAH’S “BOOKS THAT HELP ME THROUGH” • NOW AN HBO ORIGINAL SPECIAL EVENT Hailed by Toni Morrison as “required reading,” a bold and personal literary exploration of America’s racial history by “the most important essayist in a generation and a writer who changed the national political conversation about race” (Rolling Stone) NAMED ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL BOOKS OF THE DECADE BY CNN • NAMED ONE OF PASTE’S BEST MEMOIRS OF THE DECADE • NAMED ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review • O: The Oprah Magazine • The Washington Post • People • Entertainment Weekly • Vogue • Los Angeles Times • San Francisco Chronicle • Chicago Tribune • New York • Newsday • Library Journal • Publishers Weekly In a profound work that pivots from the biggest questions about American history and ideals to the most intimate concerns of a father for his son, Ta-Nehisi Coates offers a powerful new framework for understanding our nation’s history and current crisis. Americans have built an empire on the idea of “race,” a falsehood that damages us all but falls most heavily on the bodies of black women and men—bodies exploited through slavery and segregation, and, today, threatened, locked up, and murdered out of all proportion. What is it like to inhabit a black body and find a way to live within it? And how can we all honestly reckon with this fraught history and free ourselves from its burden? Between the World and Me is Ta-Nehisi Coates’s attempt to answer these questions in a letter to his adolescent son. Coates shares with his son—and readers—the story of his awakening to the truth about his place in the world through a series of revelatory experiences, from Howard University to Civil War battlefields, from the South Side of Chicago to Paris, from his childhood home to the living rooms of mothers whose children’s lives were taken as American plunder. Beautifully woven from personal narrative, reimagined history, and fresh, emotionally charged reportage, Between the World and Me clearly illuminates the past, bracingly confronts our present, and offers a transcendent vision for a way forward.

Download or read book A Letter from Your Teacher written by Shannon Olsen and published by Life Between Summers. This book was released on 2022-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author and illustrator of Our Class is a Family, this touching picture book expresses a teacher's sentiments and well wishes on the last day of school. Serving as a follow up to the letter in A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School, it's a read aloud for teachers to bid a special farewell to their students at the end of the school year. Through a letter written from the teacher's point of view, the class is invited to reflect back on memories made, connections formed, and challenges met. The letter expresses how proud their teacher is of them, and how much they will be missed. Students will also leave on that last day knowing that their teacher is cheering them on for all of the exciting things to come in the future. There is a blank space on the last page for teachers to sign their own name, so that students know that the letter in the book is coming straight from them. With its sincere message and inclusive illustrations, A Letter From Your Teacher: On the Last Day of School is a valuable addition to any elementary school teacher's classroom library.

Download or read book Tears of a Tiger written by Sharon M. Draper and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-07-23 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The death of high school basketball star Rob Washington in an automobile accident affects the lives of his close friend Andy, who was driving the car, and many others in the school.

Download or read book Louisa May Alcott Life Letters and Journals written by Louisa May Alcott and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof. This book was released on 2022-03-22 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of letters and journal entries was curated by Alcott’s close friend Edna Dow Cheney, and published just a year after Alcott’s death. This collection serves to paint a full picture of the beloved author, with additional commentary from Cheney to inform on the kind of "true and frank" person Alcott was. The collection touches on her beliefs on various topics as well as the close friendships she maintained with Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson. It offers an incredible insight in to one of the world’s greatest writers, allowing the reader to see how her personal experiences informed her timeless and world renowned classics. This collection is perfect reading for any fan of Alcott or any aspiring writer looking for inspiration. Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) was an author, abolitionist and proud feminist. Her family suffered financially while she was growing up and so she was forced to take on multiple jobs in her youth to help provide for her family. Her writing became her outlet, forming her ideas and beliefs in the empowerment of women and people in to literature that reverberates to this day. Her most notable works include "Little Women", which is now a movie starring Saoirse Ronan and Timothée Chalamet, its sequel ‘Little Men’ and ‘An Old Fashioned Girl’.

Download or read book Louisa May Alcott her Life Letters and Journals written by Anna B. Pratt and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2019-09-25 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: Louisa May Alcott - her Life, Letters, and Journals by Anna B. Pratt

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Download or read book I Have a Nick Story Book 1 written by Sunny Armstrong and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2015-10-08 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Upon the sudden death of her son, Nick, at age twenty-six, Sunny used her counseling experience to handle the grief by writing in a journal. Numerous unexplainable incidents immediately occurred following Nick’s death, not only to Sunny but to family members and friends. “I have a Nick story” became the mantra for those incidents when shared with one another. God has allowed Nick to communicate through various astonishing means. Sunny believes she should not be the only one receiving such examples of God’s goodness. She decided to share Nick’s stories of his love for her, for his family, and for his friends with interested readers.

Download or read book Dawn on the Coast The Baby Sitters Club 23 written by Ann M. Martin and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2013-05-28 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Visiting her father on the west coast, Dawn is tempted to stay with him when she enjoys the beach, Disneyland, and a wealth of healthy restaurants, but the homesick baby-sitter fears leaving her mother and all of her friends.

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