![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() From the viewpoint of feminist theory (of which the author offers a useful history and critique), women have been identified with the body, which itself has been characterized as an alien, instinctual, threatening, passive, and false self in which the true self-the active and manly mind/soul-is confined. Many of the problems and ideas of contemporary Western society, says Bordo, derive from the ineluctable mind/body dualism of Plato, restated by Descartes. In dense, challenging, subtly argued philosophical essays, Bordo (Philosophy/LeMoyne College The Flight to Objectivity, 1987-not reviewed) offers a postmodern, poststructuralist feminist interpretation of the female body as a cultural construction in Western society, emphasizing eating disorders, reproductive issues, and the philosophical background. ![]()
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![]() After several years at war, the civil unrest escalates. The Czar goes to the battle front and leaves the Empress to rule Russia. The war is a disaster and Russia suffers many losses. But she still cannot reconcile the exploitation she saw among the peasants.When World War I breaks out with Germany, Misha's class at the military academy is graduated early and he is sent into battle. Katya becomes close to the Grand Duchesses and looks upon the Czar as a father. ![]() When the Empress asks Irena to become her lady-in-waiting, Irena and Katya move to the Alexander Palace to live with the royal family. Misha takes Katya out among the peasants and for the first time she sees the poverty and degradation in which they live.Eventually, Irena sends Misha to the military academy due to his involvement with the revolutionaries. While Katya and her mother Irena are loyal to the Czar, Misha supports the revolutionary leader, Alexander Kerensky. ![]() Katya, a young Russian aristocrat, and her cousin Misha both lost their fathers during the last war. My kids and I recently read, Angel On The Square, for my daughters' book group. ![]() ![]() ![]() An innocence lawyer and minister, Cullen Post, takes on his case. In the eyes of the law Quincy was guilty and, no matter how often he protested his innocence, his punishment was life in prison.Finally, after 22 years, comes Quincy's one and only chance of freedom. A torch that was conveniently destroyed in a fire just before his trial.The lack of evidence made no difference to judge or jury. Just the fact that Russo had botched Quincy's divorce case, that Quincy was black in a largely all-white town and that a blood-splattered torch was found in the boot of Quincy's car. ![]() But there were no reliable witnesses and little motive. He was accused of killing Keith Russo, a lawyer in a small Florida town. He was framed for murder.Now he needs a miracle.22 years ago Quincy Miller was sentenced to life without parole. The Sunday Times bestseller from international bestseller John Grisham.'Grisham at his passionate best' - Daily Mail.
![]() ![]() Loaded with personal anecdotes, snippets of letters, interviews and recalled conversations with fellow sufferers, this audio creates a sense of intimacy many listeners may find therapeutic. However, Solomon's unequivocal candor about his own at times incapacitating struggle with depression, and the compassionate, hopeful perspective he conveys more than makes up for this. Some laypersons may find the audio format ill-adapted for this technical portion. ![]() ![]() While outlining the major treatments, Solomon's discussion covers brain chemistry, the classes of antidepressants and their possible effects and efficacy rates, as well as the successful resurgence of electroshock therapy, talk therapy, surgical options and alternative therapies (e.g., herbal, homeopathic and hypnosis). The eloquent, cerebral prose distinguishing his book (the writing of which, he says, consumed his life for five years), is mirrored in Solomon's equally articulate and refined reading style, marked by traces of a crisp British accent and a consistent, soothing tone. At least 19 million Americans suffer from chronic depression, and Solomon concedes its diagnosis and treatment are as complex as the illness. Calling depression the "flaw of love," 2001 National Book Award–winner Solomon ( A Stone Boat) brings a stunning breadth of research to this widely misunderstood and often stigmatized illness. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Jeremy is such an intriguing character his life leads to chaos, torture, death and destruction. The chemistry between Jeremy and Cecily was really intoxicating! Super hot and so bad! I absolutely loved this book! What a rush! As soon as I started reading I knew I wouldn’t move until the last page. Please see the author’s note for content warnings before reading. Jeremy Volkov may seem charming, but a true predator lurks inside him.īut I have no intention of remaining in their blood-soaked world.Īn offbeat dark romance, this book contains themes not for everyone. It haunted me from the shadows and stole the life I know. ![]() In my defense, I didn’t want to get involved with a mafia prince. What started as a harmless mistake turned into real hell. From USA Today bestselling author Rina Kent comes a new STANDALONE college romance from enemies to lovers. ![]() ![]() ![]() With the help of her white beau, Violet escapes. Before anyone can find the body or finger her as the killer, she decides to run. But with the color of Violet's skin, there is no way she can escape Jim Crow justice in Jackson, Mississippi. Suffering a brutal attack of her own, she kills the man responsible. Against this backdrop, twenty-one year old Violet Richards finds herself in more trouble than she's ever been in her life. It's the summer of 1964 and three innocent men are brutally murdered for trying to help Black Mississippians secure the right to vote. but can they escape the secrets they left behind? Called One of the Best Crime Novels of the Year by New York Times * NPR * New York Post * Washington Post * Buzzfeed * South Florida Sun-Sentinel * Library Journal * CrimeReadsįrom the award-winning author of All Her Little Secrets comes yet another gripping, suspenseful novel where, after the murder of a white man in Jim Crow Mississippi, two Black sisters run away to different parts of the country. ![]() ![]() Other favorite classic books from Eric Carle include The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Grouchy Ladybug, From Head to Toe, and many others.Įric Carle was the creator of more than seventy picture books for young readers.Įric Carle was born in New York, USA. And the book's duck shape is just the right size for little hands! Eric Carle's signature bright collage illustrations feature hatching chicks, a hopping bunny, blossoming flowers, and more spring-time scenes that make this is a great gift for Easter. Perfect for fans of All About the Very Hungry Caterpillar.Ĭount the 10 little rubber ducks as they swim downstream on a lovely spring day. Little ones will love this shaped board book, especially those just learning their numbers. From the World of Eric Carle comes an adorable duck-shaped board book starring 10 little rubber ducks, just in time for spring! ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, received two Booker Judge's Special Recommendations upon its U.K. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, published in the US in 20. But he is best known for his internationally acclaimed No. Refugees - 40 children's books to raise awareness for Refugee Week 19-25 JuneĪlexander McCall Smith has written more than fifty books, including specialist academic titles, short story collections, and a number of immensely popular children's books.Celebrate Elmer Day on 27 May with David McKee's colourful and inclusive picture books.Great Children's Books to read with Dad this Father's Day!.10 Books for Children to Celebrate the Windrush Generation.30 Children's Books to Celebrate World Oceans Day.Children's Books that celebrate brilliant teachers for National Thank a Teacher Day!.The Week Junior Announces Shortlist for New Children's Book Awards.A Summer of Adventure - 50 Books to Inspire!. ![]() LGBTQI+ Children's Books celebrating Pride in London and Pride Month this June.Children's Books that feature Young Carers for Carers Week 2023.Create powerful poems to cheer your friends and family - Get Creative activities inspired by Sophie Cameron’s Away with Words.Brilliant Children's Books to Read this Summer.Back to the (Book of) the Future - the exciting re-issue of a much-loved classic. ![]() ![]() ![]() Being totally neutral in a moral sense, it is happy to adopt any habit as 'normal' - good or bad. The subconscious responds to habit and habitual thinking. While the conscious mind sees an event, takes a picture of it and remembers it, the subconscious mind works backwards, 'seeing' something before it happens (why intuition is infallible). Murphy saw the subconscious mind as a darkroom within which we develop the images that are to be lived out in real life. It is a long way from the ancient East to 'LA', but Murphy felt that there were secrets he had found concerning the subconscious that were beyond time and culture, and that should find a wider audience. He was also, for 28 years, Minister at the Los Angeles branch of the Church of Divine Science, a New Thought church which promotes a practical spirituality, free of the usual religious creed and dogma. ![]() Dr Joseph Murphy spent a good part of his life studying Eastern religions, and was a scholar of the I-Ching, the Chinese book of divination whose origins are lost in history. ![]() ![]() ![]() Undeterred by the distance and driven by instinctive love, Lassie escapes from her new owners and embarks on an epic journey to be reunited with her young master Joe. But when the family falls on hard times, Sam is forced to sell his dog to the Duke of Rudling, who takes her hundreds of miles away to his estate in Scotland. Everyone in the Yorkshire town of Greenall Bridge knows Lassie, the prize collie of miner Sam Carraclough and his son Joe. ![]() Presented here with illustrations by Gary Blythe and an extra section for young readers. Lassie Come-Home is one of the best-loved dog stories in the world. ![]() Juvenile Fiction | Action & Adventure - Survival Stories Contributor(s): Knight, Eric (Author), Blythe, Gary (Illustrator)īinding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions ![]() |