Short Story Press Presents Playing For The Devil

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Short Story Press Presents Playing For The Devil

Author : Short Story Press
Publisher : Short Story Press
ISBN 13 : 1648913288
Total Pages : 49 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (489 download)

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Download or read book Short Story Press Presents Playing For The Devil written by Short Story Press and published by Short Story Press. This book was released on 2012-12-27 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short Story Press Presents Playing For The Devil by JM Scott Twenty years ago, a band called Sewer Ratz thought they had everything they could ever want. A man named Damon Crowley wanted to sign them and make a record, perform at top places and above all make lots of money and have fame. But one night, the club they were playing in catches on fire and everyone dies except for one person. This person flees New York and finds new purpose in Oberlin. Kansas. In the present, the same thing happens to another young man with similar circumstances. He, too, was in a band and man wanted to sign the band and make all their dreams come true. Another fire ensues and this young man, Cannibal is the lone survivor. When he awakens, he is driven by the notion that he must go to Oberlin, Kansas and meet a man. On his hospital bed, someone leaves a record from the Sewer Ratz. He doesn’t think twice and heads to Oberlin, Kansas. Now that Cannibal is in Oberlin and meets Rat. And the two find themselves being riddled with odd people who keep saying in one or way or another that they have to get to Jersey City, New Jersey. The old rocker and the new rocker head off to Jersey City, not knowing what will happen when they get there. Yet, they want answers and they can’t shake the feeling they have to go. Once in Jersey City, there is one more concert before all hell breaks loose. Short Story Press publishes short stories written by everyday writers.

Short Story Press Presents The Gig

Author : Short Story Press
Publisher : Short Story Press
ISBN 13 : 1648913644
Total Pages : 41 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (489 download)

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Download or read book Short Story Press Presents The Gig written by Short Story Press and published by Short Story Press. This book was released on 2012-07-30 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short Story Press Presents The Gig by Cody Weinmann The book, The Gig is a story of American horror and tragedy that involves the downfall of a once-successful musician who had travelled the world, one coffee shop, one bar, one stage at a time. Under the recession, he fell out of work. He began searching coffee shops, just begging different shop owners for work. He was never seen without his sax in hand, but after the thirtieth no from the 30th club or coffee house, he is sitting having coffee when he falls to the floor in a massive, convulsing seizure. In another pose, 24 hours after this attempt on his life, the devil threatens the musician's life with another seizure and then a car wreck. In a saving grab, the musician is taken to heaven where he's listed as one of God's musical heroes. You can call it a horror cum spiritual story where fate and faith are tested multiple times. This story really brings to light just how difficult it is to live in this dangerous world and to survive where money is an ever-tightening resource. It also shows how the lack of money contributes to the downfall of other attributes to a person, including the individual's health and mental capacity. This book puts a new spin on horror and spirituality as a mix to remember. Short Story Press publishes short stories written by everyday writers.

The Devil and the Dairy Princess

Author : PedroPonce
Publisher : Indiana University Press
ISBN 13 : 0253058619
Total Pages : 140 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (53 download)

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Download or read book The Devil and the Dairy Princess written by PedroPonce and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What happens when the stories we've been told fail us? In ten provocative and unsettling tales, Pedro Ponce grapples with the human instinct to create a narrative out of disparate experiences. The Devil and the Dairy Princess interrogates the power of stories to impact us for good or ill. We are all taught that love is destined to happen with our soul mate and that hard work eventually leads to success. But when faced with circumstances that no longer fit the chosen narrative, some protagonists cling to their outmoded stories with greater fervor, while others realize the old stories no longer suffice, so they choose to inhabit a new reality in stories yet to be told. Perfect for any reader who enjoys literary realism or speculative fiction, The Devil and the Dairy Princess reveals the episodic history of humanity's romance with narrative, from first love to breakup to hopeful reconciliation.

French Classics - Boxed Set: 100+ Novels, Short Stories, Poems, Plays & Philosophical Books

Author : Stendhal
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 22272 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book French Classics - Boxed Set: 100+ Novels, Short Stories, Poems, Plays & Philosophical Books written by Stendhal and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-17 with total page 22272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 'French Classics - Boxed Set: 100+ Novels, Short Stories, Poems, Plays & Philosophical Books' offers an unparalleled journey through the richness of French literary tradition, sweeping across genres from the vivid realism of Émile Zola to the romantic adventures of Alexandre Dumas, and the profound philosophical discussions of Jean-Jacques Rousseau. This anthology encapsulates the evolution of French literature, showcasing its ability to reflect and shape societal changes and individual experiences. It invites readers to explore seminal works that have defined and transcended their times, including revolutionary plays, poignant poems, and transformative philosophical texts. The thematic diversity and stylistic innovations present in this collection serve as a testament to the enduring legacy and versatility of French literary crafts. The contributing authors and editors, pillars of French literature, bring to this collection a range of perspectives shaped by their distinct historical contexts, personal experiences, and cultural backgrounds. From the Enlightenment thoughts of Voltaire to the existential complexity of Marcel Proust's narrative, each contributor has played a pivotal role in literary movements that span from the Renaissance to modernism. Their collective works offer a dynamic exploration of human nature, societal norms, and the pursuit of truth, underscoring the anthology's relevance to both contemporary and historical social discourses. For scholars, students, and aficionados of literature, 'French Classics - Boxed Set' presents an invaluable opportunity to engage with the comprehensive scope of French literary genius. It not only enhances the readers appreciation for the depth and breadth of French literature but also encourages a nuanced understanding of the cultural, philosophical, and aesthetic dialogues that have enriched the global literary landscape. This collection is an essential addition to any library, promising countless hours of enjoyment and scholarly inquiry.

Short Story Press Presents Dead Shot Clock

Author : Short Story Press
Publisher : Short Story Press
ISBN 13 : 1648913989
Total Pages : 43 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (489 download)

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Download or read book Short Story Press Presents Dead Shot Clock written by Short Story Press and published by Short Story Press. This book was released on 2012-05-06 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short Story Press Presents Dead Shot Clock by Blaise Marcoux. Years ago, Mayan demons invaded Earth, first with zombie foot soldiers, then in person, forcing humanity into submission. Without warning, the demons retreated to their realm, with most of humankind bewildered as to why. Little does the average person know that the government bartered a treaty with the demons. Every year, five teams of fourteen-year olds, each from a different continent, must play basketball with the demons in a game that will decide whether humanity stays safe... or another hellish invasion begins. This story follows one such team's game. • Jacob, the team's captain, has a violent fit alone in the team's practice gym's locker room. His skin grays, he has seizures, and his organs rot before he manages to stave off the symptoms with a self-administered injection of an unspecified solution. • He joins his impatiently waiting team and gets on the bus headed toward the annual game. The other players are introduced: Emma, Carlos, Daequan, Deandre and Dewayne, and Eric. • The team meets Colonel Rodriguez. He explains the treaty with the demons and the team's role in defending Earth along with a quick brush up on the demon's history with the Mayans. During his presentation, he lets slip that humanity has reclaimed some of the zombies from the demons using antidotes. Jacob uncomfortably stays silent. • The team is escorted to the court where they will play the demons. In the locker room, Jacob reencounters evidence of his earlier episode and starts changing into a zombie again. He antidotes himself just in time, but the team knows his secret now and decides not to let him play the game with them. They leave him alone in the locker room. • At halftime, the team returns battered and bruised from the first half. Humanity is losing by ten. Eric is dead, killed by a demonic flagrant foul. Jacob's teammates beg him to play, a request he quickly accepts. Jacob fights alongside his teammates to even the score. The clock ticks down, almost at zero. Humanity cannot tie without consequences. A demon eyes Jacob malevolently as the boy stares down the basket. Jacob's skin goes pale. Will he score the winning basket, saving humanity? Will the demon rip him to shreds like it did Eric? Worse yet, will Jacob succumb to the monster inside him and let down his team for good? What happens next when all the world has is a Dead Shot Clock? Short Story Press publishes short stories written by everyday writers.

The Greatest Works of French Literature: 100+ Novels, Short Stories, Poetry Collections & Plays

Author : Stendhal
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 22274 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book The Greatest Works of French Literature: 100+ Novels, Short Stories, Poetry Collections & Plays written by Stendhal and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-18 with total page 22274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Greatest Works of French Literature: 100+ Novels, Short Stories, Poetry Collections & Plays' represents a comprehensive exploration into the heart and soul of French literary brilliance, spanning several centuries of intellectual and creative thought. This anthology encapsulates the diversity and depth of French literature, covering a gamut of genres from the tragic to the comedic, the romantic to the realist. Significant for its inclusion of a variety of literary styles, this collection brings together the monumental works of renowned authors like Voltaire, Marcel Proust, and Gustave Flaubert, among others, offering readers an unparalleled mosaic of French literary heritage. Each piece, carefully selected for its historical and cultural significance, invites readers into the complexities and beauties of human experience as seen through a distinctly French lens. The contributing authors and editors, hailing from varied backgrounds, epochs, and philosophical inclinations, collectively define and expand the contours of French literature. From the pioneering essays of Jean-Jacques Rousseau to the intricate psychological novels of Marcel Proust, and from the critical social commentaries of Émile Zola to the lyrical beauty of Charles Baudelaire's poetry, this anthology is steeped in the contributions of figures who have been instrumental in inspiring literary and cultural movements such as the Enlightenment, Romanticism, Realism, and the Existentialist movement. The collection stands as a testament to the dynamic dialogues and intersections across different periods, showcasing how these varied voices contribute to a richer, more nuanced understanding of themes such as identity, power, love, and societal change. 'The Greatest Works of French Literature: 100+ Novels, Short Stories, Poetry Collections & Plays' is an indispensable collection for anyone seeking to delve into the vast expanse of French literary tradition. It offers readers a unique opportunity to explore a rich tapestry of thematic and stylistic expressions, fostering a deeper appreciation of the classics while engaging with the evolution of French thought and storytelling. This anthology is not merely an academic resource but a portal to the luminous world of French literature, inviting readers to confront and ponder the universal questions that have perennially captivated the human spirit, all through the distinct and powerful medium of French literary art.

The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott: Novels, Short Stories, Poetry, Plays, Journal, Letters, Articles and much more (Illustrated Edition)

Author : Walter Scott
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 15721 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott: Novels, Short Stories, Poetry, Plays, Journal, Letters, Articles and much more (Illustrated Edition) written by Walter Scott and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-06 with total page 15721 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott,' readers will find a comprehensive collection of Scott's literary works including novels, short stories, poetry, plays, journals, letters, articles, and more. Scott's writing style is known for its intricate storytelling, historical accuracy, and vivid descriptions of Scottish landscapes and characters. His works often explore themes of honor, loyalty, and heroism, making them essential pieces of Scottish literature and Romanticism. This illustrated edition provides a valuable insight into Scott's creative process and the cultural milieu of his time.Walter Scott, a Scottish historical novelist, poet, and playwright, was inspired by Scotland's rich history and folklore when writing his works. His deep love for his country and its traditions shines through in his diverse body of work, which has influenced generations of writers and thinkers. Scott's commitment to preserving Scotland's cultural heritage helped revitalize Scottish literature and bring international attention to Scottish identity.'The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott' is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish literature, Romanticism, or historical fiction. Scott's timeless tales and engaging storytelling style will captivate readers and transport them to a bygone era of chivalry and adventure.

Short Story Press Presents A Freelancer’s Nightmare

Author : Short Story Press
Publisher : Short Story Press
ISBN 13 : 1648913148
Total Pages : 35 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (489 download)

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Download or read book Short Story Press Presents A Freelancer’s Nightmare written by Short Story Press and published by Short Story Press. This book was released on 2019-01-21 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Her father left them when she was just 5. Now in her early 20's Lucy knew better than to concentrate on her academics alone. She did every menial job she could lay her hands upon so as to support herself and (hopefully) relieve the burden on her mother...she did this despite the fact that her mum was against her being a student-worker. The problem, however, was not her mum, rather, the jobs were taking much of her time and weren't bringing much to the table, so she switched from job to job. She was glad when her friend, Julia, introduced her to freelancing on Upwork. Julia helped got her account approved and taught her how to send winning proposals. It wasn't long before Lucy started landing jobs, but if only she knew the fate that awaited her. She gets hooked up again with a client for whom she previously wrote a romance novel. Apparently, the client wanted her to help turn the novel into a movie, which was good news because it meant more money and popularity. But unfortunately, the client wasn't whom she thought he was. He had ulterior motives, the job was only a lure. It wasn't long before Lucy discovered she had fallen into the hands of an organized network of human traffickers. About the Writer Isaiah is an undergraduate student at the University of Jos. His passion for reading and writing novels was something he had since childhood. This passion for writing found an outlet when, in 2015, he discovered an online community for writers and readers. It wasn't long before he began writing and posting stories on that website, and since then, he has had his short stories published on several online forums. At first, writing was just a hobby, but in 2018, he decided to take it a little deeper and build a writing career. He is currently a freelancer on Upwork and an aspiring blogger. Short Story Press publishes short stories written by everyday writers.

Short Story Press Presents Unexpected Trip To Thyrgaryn

Author : Short Story Press
Publisher : Short Story Press
ISBN 13 : 1648913466
Total Pages : 43 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (489 download)

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Download or read book Short Story Press Presents Unexpected Trip To Thyrgaryn written by Short Story Press and published by Short Story Press. This book was released on 2012-09-28 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short Story Press Presents Unexpected Trip To Thyrgaryn by Christine Tanner John is thrown into a world where he has no idea what is going on. First he’s chased by zombies, and they aren’t real. He is then thrust into the world of fantasy. For a boy who plays Dungeons and Dragons it’s just like an adventure that he and his friends have played before. However, this time around he’s not a boy, and it’s all real. He can tell by the broken nose he gets the first few hours he is in that other world. But how did he get there, and where can he find a way back to his own world. Demon’s Forge seems to be the place of origin, how he got to this world, but where is Demon’s Forge in this world, is there one, and how will he ever find it? He has to try and avoid zombies, Kings men, and who knows what else. Michigan has never seemed so far away as when John is running through the world of Thyrgaryn. He is a natural fighter, knows how to handle the sword and many other weapons, but can he do well enough in a fight for his life? Only time in the fantasy world that he showed up in will be able to decide on his fate. Short Story Press publishes short stories written by everyday writers.

ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE: 21 Novels & 188 Short Stories (Including Poetry, Plays, Works on Spirituality, Historical Books & Memoirs

Author : Arthur Conan Doyle
Publisher : e-artnow
ISBN 13 : 8027219310
Total Pages : 6826 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (272 download)

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Download or read book ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE: 21 Novels & 188 Short Stories (Including Poetry, Plays, Works on Spirituality, Historical Books & Memoirs written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2017-10-06 with total page 6826 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of contents: Sherlock Holmes A Study in Scarlet The Sign of Four The Hound of the Baskervilles The Valley of Fear The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes The Return of Sherlock Holmes His Last Bow The Field Bazaar How Watson Learned the Trick Professor Challenger The Lost World The Poison Belt When the World Screamed Brigadier Gerard The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard The Crime of the Brigadier The Adventures of Gerard Novels Micah Clarke The White Company The Great Shadow The Refugees Rodney Stone Uncle Bernac Sir Nigel Mystery of Cloomber The Firm of Girdlestone The Doings of Raffles Haw Beyond The City The Parasite The Stark Munro Letters The Tragedy of the Korosko A Duet Short Story Collections Mysteries and Adventures The Captain of the Pole-Star, and Other Tales Round the Red Lamp Stories of War and Sport Round the Fire Stories The Last Galley: Impressions and Tales Danger and Other Stories Tales of Pirates and Blue Water Other Stories Poetry Songs of Action Songs of the Road The Guards Came Through, and Other Poems Plays Sherlock Holmes The Crown Diamond Jane Annie Waterloo A Pot of Caviare The Speckled Band The Journey Spiritualism The New Revelation The Vital Message The Wanderings of a Spiritualist The Coming of the Fairies Stranger Than Fiction Fairies Photographed The Uncharted Coast Historical Works The Great Boer War The War in South Africa The Crime of the Congo The German War A Visit to Three Fronts A History of the Great War A Glimpse of the Army The Duello in France True Crime Stories Personal Memoirs Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British writer best known for his detective fiction featuring the character Sherlock Holmes. He was a prolific writer whose other works include fantasy and science fiction stories, plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction and historical novels.

Short Story Press Presents Beyond the Green Curtain

Author : Short Story Press
Publisher : Short Story Press
ISBN 13 : 1648913113
Total Pages : 77 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (489 download)

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Download or read book Short Story Press Presents Beyond the Green Curtain written by Short Story Press and published by Short Story Press. This book was released on 2019-03-30 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mary is a gas-station attendant with an epileptic son who can barely make ends meet, when she makes them meet at all. She has dreams of a forbidden love but can’t focus on those dreams when she can’t even buy her son’s medicine. She has a real knack for staying calm under pressure, and steadfastly does what she needs to in order to keep food on their table and a roof over their heads. One day she has an encounter with a woman who claims she can change Mary’s life in an instant. After a strange dream that seems like a sign, Mary meets her mystery woman, who offers her a strange deal. From there, Mary is taken on a whirlwind ride that threatens to crack her reality in two. She’s taken “behind the curtain” into a world she never dreamed could imagine – a world where nightmarish chaos is only kept at bay by a small few – and now they want her to be one of them. It seems like the opportunity of a lifetime, but will Mary be willing to sacrifice her own values and those she’s trying to teach to her son in order to get them a better life? About the Author: Brandon Humphreys was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and most of his short stories take place in his home state of Washington. He has a Master of Arts degree in English and creative writing, and he works as a freelance writer, adjunct writing professor, and a college writing consultant when he’s not writing his own fiction and blog pieces. He is a veteran of the Washington Air National Guard, plays guitar, loves dogs, and loves to fly kites on the beach. He is currently finishing his first novel about a bunch of dragons and their worshipers on another world. Short Story Press publishes short stories written by everyday writers.

The 20th Century A-GI

Author : Frank N. Magill
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136593349
Total Pages : 1426 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (365 download)

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Download or read book The 20th Century A-GI written by Frank N. Magill and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-13 with total page 1426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each volume of the Dictionary of World Biography contains 250 entries on the lives of the individuals who shaped their times and left their mark on world history. This is not a who's who. Instead, each entry provides an in-depth essay on the life and career of the individual concerned. Essays commence with a quick reference section that provides basic facts on the individual's life and achievements. The extended biography places the life and works of the individual within an historical context, and the summary at the end of each essay provides a synopsis of the individual's place in history. All entries conclude with a fully annotated bibliography.

The British Short Story

Author : Emma Liggins
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0230300804
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (33 download)

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Download or read book The British Short Story written by Emma Liggins and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-09-16 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The short story remains a crucial - if neglected - part of British literary heritage. This accessible and up-to-date critical overview maps out the main strands and figures that shaped the British short story and novella from the 1850s to the present. It offers new readings of both classic and forgotten texts in a clear, jargon-free way.

A Companion to the British and Irish Short Story

Author : David Malcolm
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 9781444304787
Total Pages : 592 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (47 download)

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Download or read book A Companion to the British and Irish Short Story written by David Malcolm and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-01-30 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Companion to the British and Irish Short Story provides a comprehensive treatment of short fiction writing and chronicles its development in Britain and Ireland from 1880 to the present. Provides a comprehensive treatment of the short story in Britain and Ireland as it developed over the period 1880 to the present Includes essays on topics and genres, as well as on individual texts and authors Comprises chapters on women’s writing, Irish fiction, gay and lesbian writing, and short fiction by immigrants to Britain

Short Story Press Presents Monkey Freckles

Author : Short Story Press
Publisher : Short Story Press
ISBN 13 : 164891375X
Total Pages : 35 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (489 download)

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Download or read book Short Story Press Presents Monkey Freckles written by Short Story Press and published by Short Story Press. This book was released on 2012-07-14 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short Story Press Presents Monkey Freckles by Srah Zachary Liam grew up thinking he wanted to be a zookeeper. He practically lived in the zoo as a child, and his brother is wild enough to be an animal, so it seems perfect. But no one told him he had to go through so much higher education. No one told him he needed practical experience. As an unhappy volunteer who works at the zoo after high school each day, he’s beginning to wonder if it’s worth it. Suddenly, he’s faced with a mysterious visitor, a girl who: sits in front of his gibbon exhibit, refuses to talk to him, and writes all day, every day, without cease. When she finally says more than two words to him, leaving him speechless, she also accidently leaves behind something else- her journal she’s been writing in constantly every day. Taking it home with him instead of returning it, Liam decides to take a tiny peek, after all, what harm could it do? As he reads, Liam finds himself unexpectedly thrown into the life of this stranger he’s nicknamed monkey freckles and the reasons behind her strange actions begin to come to light. As he faces her once more, he has to come to grips with helping monkey freckles and facing his own unspoken past, before it’s too late. Short Story Press publishes short stories written by everyday writers.

Musical Women in England, 1870-1914

Author : NA NA
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 0312299346
Total Pages : 317 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (122 download)

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Download or read book Musical Women in England, 1870-1914 written by NA NA and published by Springer. This book was released on 2000-07-07 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Musical Women in England, 1870-1914 delineates the roles women played in the flourishing music world of late-Victorian and early twentieth-century England, and shows how contemporary challenges to restrictive gender roles inspired women to move into new areas of musical expression, both in composition and performance. The most famous women musicians were the internationally renowned stars of opera; greatly admired despite their violations of the prescribed Victorian linkage of female music-making with domesticity, the divas were often compared to the sirens of antiquity, their irresistible voices a source of moral danger to their male admirers. Their ambiguous social reception notwithstanding, the extraordinary ability and striking self-confidence of these women - and of pioneering female soloists on the violin, long an instrument permitted only to men - inspired fiction writers to feature musician heroines and motivated unprecedented numbers of girls and women to pursue advanced musical study. Finding professional orchestras almost fully closed to them, many female graduates of English conservatories performed in small ensembles and in all-female and amateur orchestras, and sought to earn their living in the overcrowed world of music teaching.

Chinese Demon Tales

Author : Ping-Chiu Yen
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000582884
Total Pages : 158 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (5 download)

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Download or read book Chinese Demon Tales written by Ping-Chiu Yen and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2022-05-17 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, first published in 1990, is a thematic analysis of five tales of early vernacular Chinese literature. Interest in vernacular stories is increasing in the study of Chinese literature, as their importance is being recognised as a key part of the oral traditional narrative. From the analysis of the five Chinese tales in light of literary, historical, philological sources and folkloristic methodologies we may see to what extent tales of an intrinsically religious nature can offer meanings in the oral tradition.