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Walls

Author : David Frye
Publisher : Scribner
ISBN 13 : 1501172719
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (11 download)

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Download or read book Walls written by David Frye and published by Scribner. This book was released on 2019-08-27 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A lively popular history of an oft-overlooked element in the development of human society” (Library Journal)—walls—and a haunting and eye-opening saga that reveals a startling link between what we build and how we live. With esteemed historian David Frye as our raconteur-guide in Walls, which Publishers Weekly praises as “informative, relevant, and thought-provoking,” we journey back to a time before barriers of brick and stone even existed—to an era in which nomadic tribes vied for scarce resources, and each man was bred to a life of struggle. Ultimately, those same men would create edifices of mud, brick, and stone, and with them effectively divide humanity: on one side were those the walls protected; on the other, those the walls kept out. The stars of this narrative are the walls themselves—rising up in places as ancient and exotic as Mesopotamia, Babylon, Greece, China, Rome, Mongolia, Afghanistan, the lower Mississippi, and even Central America. As we journey across time and place, we discover a hidden, thousand-mile-long wall in Asia's steppes; learn of bizarre Spartan rituals; watch Mongol chieftains lead their miles-long hordes; witness the epic siege of Constantinople; chill at the fate of French explorers; marvel at the folly of the Maginot Line; tense at the gathering crisis in Cold War Berlin; gape at Hollywood’s gated royalty; and contemplate the wall mania of our own era. Hailed by Kirkus Reviews as “provocative, well-written, and—with walls rising everywhere on the planet—timely,” Walls gradually reveals the startling ways that barriers have affected our psyches. The questions this book summons are both intriguing and profound: Did walls make civilization possible? And can we live without them? Find out in this masterpiece of historical recovery and preeminent storytelling.

The Sussex County Magazine

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 592 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Sussex County Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1927 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The 7 Keys of Thomas Green

Author : Mark Bolton
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1456862359
Total Pages : 114 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (568 download)

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Download or read book The 7 Keys of Thomas Green written by Mark Bolton and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-01-31 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When his friend Albert died leaving him a very special key, Thomas Green realized his life was to change from the mundane trudge of a poor existence, to a complete plethora of adventures. What would it be like to have the ability to travel from one world to another? To just disappear without a trace, to live adventures beyond your imagination. Thomas Green an ordinary man can do all this and more with the help of a key he obtained purely by chance. There is a catch however, There are seven keys and if Thomas fails to find the remaining six held in amazing worlds parallel to this one. Thomas will come to the same fate that befell his dear friend Albert. Can he find the keys in time? Embroiled in the mystery of his own mortality he has to understand what it is to be mortal. The cultures, beliefs and dangers of the creatures he meets during his travels introduce him to more and more adventure. A journey beyond all that is real. The key of Enof lies through a portal that only the key Thomas holds can open. He must retrieve the key of Enof. But so many perils lay in his path. The help from a small grabbit gnome named Stalta begins to make his journey easier. But when a selfish twist of fate rears its ugly head things become so much more difficult. However a prophecy brings help from a warrior breed that have tried to fight an evil ruling their land for an age. The Seeker is their Prophecy and to them Thomas is the Seeker.

The Family Upstairs

Author : Lisa Jewell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1668026511
Total Pages : 432 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (68 download)

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Download or read book The Family Upstairs written by Lisa Jewell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-09-26 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Soon after her twenty-fifth birthday, Libby Jones returns home from work to find the letter she's been waiting for her entire life. She rips it open with one driving thought: I am finally going to know who I am. She soon learns not only the identity of her birth parents, but also that she is the sole inheritor of their abandoned mansion on the banks of the Thames in London's fashionable Chelsea neighborhood, worth millions. Everything in Libby's life is about to change. But what she can't possibly know is that others have been waiting for this day as well--and she is on a collision course to meet them. In The Family Upstairs, the master of "bone-chilling suspense" (People) brings us the can't-look-away story of three entangled families living in a house with the darkest of secrets"--Page 4 of cover

The Color of Everything

Author : Cory Richards
Publisher : Random House
ISBN 13 : 059359679X
Total Pages : 385 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (935 download)

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Download or read book The Color of Everything written by Cory Richards and published by Random House. This book was released on 2024-07-09 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A renowned climber and National Geographic photographer shares his incredible adventures—and the early trauma that drove him to seek such heights. “An extraordinary memoir of mental illness that reads like a thriller.”—Amy Ellis Nutt, Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and author of Becoming Nicole “In order to escape madness, I will live madly. I will risk my life in order to save it.” Growing up in the mountains of Utah, Cory Richards was constantly surrounded by the outdoors. His father, a high school teacher and a ski patroller, spent years teaching Richards and his brother how to ski, climb, mountaineer, and survive in the wild. Despite a seemingly idyllic childhood, the Richards home was fraught with violence, grief, and mental illness. After being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and dropping out of high school, Richards subsumed himself in the worlds of photography and climbing, seeking out the farthest reaches of the world to escape the darkness. Then, in the midst of a wildly successful career in adventure photography, a catastrophic avalanche changed everything, forcing Richards to confront the trauma of his past, evaluate his own mental health, and learn to rewrite his story. The Color of Everything is a thrilling tale of risk and adventure, written by a man who has done it all: He’s stood at the top of the world, climbed imposing mountain faces alone in the dark, and become the only American to summit an 8,000-meter peak in winter. But it is also the story of a tumultuous life—a stirring, lyrical memoir that captures the profound musings of an unquiet mind grappling with the meaning of success, the cost of fame and addiction, and whether it is possible to outrun your demons. With exquisite prose and disarming candor, accompanied by stunning photos from his career, Richards excavates the roots of his trauma and shares what it took for him to climb out of it.

Chamber's Journal of Popular Literature, Science and Arts

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 856 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book Chamber's Journal of Popular Literature, Science and Arts written by and published by . This book was released on 1857 with total page 856 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Family Upstairs

Author : Lisa Jewell
Publisher : Atria Books
ISBN 13 : 1501190113
Total Pages : 384 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (11 download)

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Download or read book The Family Upstairs written by Lisa Jewell and published by Atria Books. This book was released on 2020-06-02 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A GOOD MORNING AMERICA COVER TO COVER BOOK CLUB PICK “Rich, dark, and intricately twisted, this enthralling whodunit mixes family saga with domestic noir to brilliantly chilling effect.” —Ruth Ware, New York Times bestselling author “A haunting, atmospheric, stay-up-way-too-late read.” —Megan Miranda, New York Times bestselling author From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Then She Was Gone comes another page-turning look inside one family’s past as buried secrets threaten to come to light. Be careful who you let in. Soon after her twenty-fifth birthday, Libby Jones returns home from work to find the letter she’s been waiting for her entire life. She rips it open with one driving thought: I am finally going to know who I am. She soon learns not only the identity of her birth parents, but also that she is the sole inheritor of their abandoned mansion on the banks of the Thames in London’s fashionable Chelsea neighborhood, worth millions. Everything in Libby’s life is about to change. But what she can’t possibly know is that others have been waiting for this day as well—and she is on a collision course to meet them. Twenty-five years ago, police were called to 16 Cheyne Walk with reports of a baby crying. When they arrived, they found a healthy ten-month-old happily cooing in her crib in the bedroom. Downstairs in the kitchen lay three dead bodies, all dressed in black, next to a hastily scrawled note. And the four other children reported to live at Cheyne Walk were gone. In The Family Upstairs, the master of “bone-chilling suspense” (People) brings us the can’t-look-away story of three entangled families living in a house with the darkest of secrets.

The Duke's Daughter

Author : Angela Thirkell
Publisher : Open Road Media
ISBN 13 : 1504091159
Total Pages : 439 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (4 download)

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Download or read book The Duke's Daughter written by Angela Thirkell and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2024-01-23 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Matches are being made among the cream of postwar English society in this novel of “warmth, whimsy, quirks, and vinegar with a dash of vitriol”(The New York Times). The England of old may be fading away (it’s so hard to find good help these days!)—but that doesn’t stop the prominent families of Barsetshire from producing a new generation of genteel brides and grooms in this funny, entertaining portrait of stubbornly cherished traditions in a changing world. “It is difficult not to become charmed, amused and engrossed. [Thirkell’s] sense of the ludicrous is enchanting. Perhaps, above all, it is her basic human kindness and her remarkable insight into the delicate relationship between parents and adolescent and grown children, that endear her books to so many people.” —The New York Times “Thirkell writes with an asperity and wit and glorious clowning that are all her own.” —San Francisco Chronicle

The Tower Princess

Author : Shonna Slayton
Publisher : Amaretto Press
ISBN 13 : 0997449926
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (974 download)

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Download or read book The Tower Princess written by Shonna Slayton and published by Amaretto Press. This book was released on 2018-02-26 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A princess in a tower. A prince hidden at birth. Together, they'll tear down walls. The townspeople call her the Tower Princess, but Gressa's life is no fairy tale. She's never understood why she's been separated from the rest of the kingdom, but now that she's older the pieces are coming together. For too long she's been trapped in her brother's scheme to find a way through the magical wall dividing their kingdom in two. She doesn't expect any help from the prince to the south, even if he did manage to bumble his way to her rescue. If she could pick anyone to form an alliance, it would be the squire she watches train from her window; he shows promise. But, confined to her tower, there's nothing she can do...or is there? One day a hole opens up in the Dividing Wall and with it, a chance for Gressa to change everything. The Tower Princess is the first book in the Lost Fairy Tales series, a collection of loosely-connected stand-alone novels. If you like classic fairytale stories and sweet romance, then you'll love Gressa and Manny's desperate quest for rescuing their kingdom.

The black Flemings

Author : Kathleen Thompson Norris
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 278 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The black Flemings written by Kathleen Thompson Norris and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-06-14 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the engrossing world of Kathleen Thompson Norris' "The Black Flemings," a captivating tale of family dynamics, love, and societal challenges. As you immerse yourself in this narrative, prepare to be swept away by the rich character development and evocative storytelling. Join the journey of the Fleming family, whose lives are marked by intricate relationships and deep-seated secrets. Norris masterfully portrays the complexities of human emotions and the impact of societal expectations on individual choices. Through the eyes of the protagonists, we witness their struggles, triumphs, and the evolving dynamics that define their existence. Norris' storytelling interweaves themes of love, duty, and societal pressures, encouraging readers to reflect on the personal choices and external forces that shape our lives. The vivid descriptions and poignant dialogues offer a profound insight into the human condition, resonating with readers across generations. With its blend of drama, romance, and introspection, "The Black Flemings" sets an engaging tone that keeps readers invested in the narrative. From the bustling streets of their town to the intimate moments within their home, Norris paints a vivid picture of a world filled with both charm and conflict. Since its publication, "The Black Flemings" has garnered critical acclaim for its authentic portrayal of family life and its enduring themes. Its appeal lies in its universal truths and the emotional depth of its characters, captivating readers with its timeless relevance. As you immerse yourself in the world of "The Black Flemings," you'll find yourself drawn to its compelling characters, thought-provoking themes, and engaging storytelling. Norris' keen observations of human nature and her ability to craft a rich narrative make this novel a cherished favorite for readers seeking depth and meaning in their literary journey. In conclusion, "The Black Flemings" is more than just a novel—it's a profound exploration of family, society, and the human spirit that continues to resonate with readers. Whether you're discovering Norris' work for the first time or revisiting this classic, prepare to be moved by the emotional and intellectual depth of this enduring masterpiece. Don't miss your chance to experience the rich narrative and profound insights of Kathleen Thompson Norris. Let "The Black Flemings" transport you to a world of emotional depth and timeless themes. Grab your copy now and join the legions of readers who have been captivated by Norris' literary brilliance.

The Century

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 980 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Century written by and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 980 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Journeyman Sagas

Author : John Gearing
Publisher : AuthorHouse
ISBN 13 : 1491888717
Total Pages : 651 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (918 download)

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Download or read book The Journeyman Sagas written by John Gearing and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2014-10-28 with total page 651 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the story of Nathanial, king of the north and keeper to the spirits of Fallenjour. A giant amongst men he has the heart of a lion and a strength unparalleled in the universe. Peace had found Nathanial with his one true love at his side, Palencia Queen of the South. This peace was brutally shattered in bloodshed, forcing him to leave behind all he held dear. This guilt was to be his driving force, his mantra, unrelenting, and unforgiving. Nathanials uncompromising mission to find her was to take his soul and the fate of mankind to the brink of destruction. On Nathanials quest it would lead him to find the boy king, the key link to restore the balance between good and evil, ending the battle that waged throughout the universe. From the space mission on earth to finding life on Jupiter, to the mythical lands of Fallenjour to the very Master of all matter, this is the story of the journeyman. Above all the story of mankind, its past, its present and its future.

Catalogue of Official A.E.F. Photographs Taken by the Signal Corps, U.S.A.

Author : United States. War Plans Division. War Department
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 590 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Catalogue of Official A.E.F. Photographs Taken by the Signal Corps, U.S.A. written by United States. War Plans Division. War Department and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 590 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Bride of Newgate

Author : John Dickson Carr
Publisher : Murder Room
ISBN 13 : 1471905284
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (719 download)

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Download or read book The Bride of Newgate written by John Dickson Carr and published by Murder Room. This book was released on 2013-12-19 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dick Darwent brooded in a dark cell of Newgate Prison - waiting to be hanged. Lady Caroline Ross, rich, cold and beautiful, prepared a champagne breakfast to celebrate her marriage. How were the fates of these two people intertwined? And how were their lives changed by a shot through a bathroom window, a riot at the opera, a pistol duel at dawn, and a mysterious coachman whose cloak was stained with graveyard mold?

Carchemish: The town defences

Author : British Museum
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Carchemish: The town defences written by British Museum and published by . This book was released on 1921 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Behind the Devil’S Mirror

Author : Richard J. Johnson
Publisher : Trafford Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1426960778
Total Pages : 334 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (269 download)

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Download or read book Behind the Devil’S Mirror written by Richard J. Johnson and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2011-04-08 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After cutting short a vacation with difficult relatives, Paul and Cindy Jason take the scenic route home to Chicago. On impulse, they stop at a farm auction where they meet the owners, Melvin and Minnie Link. Cindy admires an old, hand-carved mirror that comes with an eerie history. For a mere ten dollars, Cindy is the new owner of this unusual mirror that Melvin claims is at least 120 years old. But the Jasons quickly discover that the mirror is no bargain. From the moment the mirror is hung in the apartment, a certain pall hangs over themand soon its making them both a little crazy. With the help of Cindys sister and brother-in-law, the four are unwittingly drawn into a frightening and macabre doorway into another worldthe world of the dead, commonly referred to as purgatory. Three decades earlier, a greedy and treacherous character invaded the lives of Minnie and Melvin Link. Unexpectedly granted a supernatural power over the Jasons minds, Minnie attempts to communicate her desperate plight to them with terrifying and unforeseen consequences, and the four find themselves embroiled in an attempt to find justice for the victims of an unsolved thirty-year-old murder.

The Girl I Left Behind

Author : Andie Newton
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1789546680
Total Pages : 327 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (895 download)

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Download or read book The Girl I Left Behind written by Andie Newton and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-10-03 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the USA Today bestselling author of The Girl from Vichy 'A powerful debut!' Gill Paul, author of The Secret Wife. 'A captivating story with a twist of romance threaded throughout' Glynis Peters, author of The Secret Orphan. 'A compelling tale of friendship, courage and espionage in a frightening and uncertain world' Charlotte Betts, author of The Dressmaker's Secret. What would you risk to save your best friend? As a young girl, Ella never considered that those around her weren't as they appeared. But when her childhood best-friend shows Ella that you can't always believe what you see, Ella finds herself thrown into the world of the German Resistance. On a dark night in 1941, Claudia is taken by the Gestapo, likely never to be seen again, unless Ella can save her. With the help of the man she loves, Ella must undertake her most dangerous mission yet and infiltrate the Nazi Party. Selling secrets isn't an easy job. In order to find Claudia, Ella must risk not only her life, but the lives of those she cares about. Will Ella be able to leave behind the girl of her youth and step into the shoes of another? Perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, The German Midwife and Kate Furnivall. Praise for The Girl I Left Behind: 'A gripping historical page-turner about an audacious eighteen-year-old girl in Nazi Germany, who finds herself at the heart of the Reich. It's a thrilling tale of female friendship, young love, and extraordinary courage, laced with chilling reminders of the fate Ella will face if her treachery is discovered. A powerful debut!' Gill Paul, author of The Secret Wife. 'The Girl I Left Behind made me cry and left me wanting more, which to me are signs of a truly wonderful book, one that will stay with me long after I've finished reading' Lana Kortchik, author of The Story of Us. 'Wonderful story where it has you on the edge of your seat but have the tissues with you!' NetGalley Reviewer. 'The author has a gift for creating a sense of place whether the setting was on a snowy mountain or the streets of Germany in the early 1940s' NetGalley Reviewer. 'Excellent story. Strong characters' NetGalley Reviewer.