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Thunderstruck Other Stories
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Author : Elizabeth McCracken
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2014-06-05
Thunderstruck Other Stories written by Elizabeth McCracken and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-06-05 with Fiction categories.
From the author of the beloved novel The Giant's House - finalist for the National Book Award - comes a beautiful new story collection, her first in twenty years. Laced through with humour, empathy, and rare and magical descriptive powers these nine vibrant stories navigate the fragile space between love and loneliness. In 'Property', a young scholar, grieving the sudden death of his wife, decides to refurbish the Maine rental house they were to share together by removing his landlord's possessions. In 'Peter Elroy: A Documentary by Ian Casey', the household of a successful filmmaker is visited years later by his famous first subject, whose trust he betrayed. And in the unforgettable title story, a family makes a quixotic decision to flee to Paris for a summer, only to find their lives altered in an unimaginable way by their teenage daughter's risky behaviour. In Elizabeth McCracken's universe, heartache is always interwoven with strange, charmed moments of joy - an unexpected conversation with small children, the gift of a parrot with a bad French accent - that remind us of the wonder and mystery of being alive. Thunderstruck & Other Stories shows this inimitable writer working at the full height of her powers.
Thunderstruck
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Author : Erik Larson
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2007
Thunderstruck written by Erik Larson and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
In 1910, Edwardian England was scandalized by a murder. It seems mild-mannered American Hawley Crippen had killed his wife, buried her remains in the cellar of their North London home and then gone on the run with his young mistress, his secretary Ethel Le Neve. A Scotland Yard inspector, already famous for his part in the Ripper investigation, discovered the murder and launched an international hunt for Crippen that climaxed in a trans-Atlantic chase between two ocean liners. The chase itself was novel, but what captured the imagination was the role played by a new and little understood technology: the wireless. Thanks to its inventor Marconi's obsessive fight to perfect his machine, the world was able to learn of events occurring in the middle of the Atlantic as they unfolded - something previously unthinkable. Commentators of the time all agreed that if not for Marconi, Crippen would have escaped. But Marconi had struggled to gain acceptance for his invention (some viewed it as a supernatural device, while distrust of foreigners remained prevalent in England and America). It was the Crippen case that helped convince the world of the potential of Marconi's miracle technology, so accelerating the revolution that eventually produced the modern means of communication we take for granted today. With its cast of captivating characters, Thunderstruck is Erik Larson doing what he does brilliantly well: bringing together seemingly disparate yet inextricably linked lives to paint a fascinating and exciting portrait of an extraordinary age of cultural, social and technological change while evoking the darker side of human nature.
The Giant S House
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Author : Elizabeth McCracken
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2013-01-31
The Giant S House written by Elizabeth McCracken and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-01-31 with Fiction categories.
‘Every so often a novel comes along which transcends whimsy with the beauty of its writing. Elizabeth McCracken's small masterpiece is one of these' Guardian A powerful and unique story about connection, showing that miracles can happen – even across a library circulation desk. The year is 1950, and in a small town on Cape Cod twenty-eight year old librarian Peggy Cort feels as if love and life have stood her up. That is, until the day James Carlson Sweatt – the 'over-tall' eleven year old boy who's the talk of the town – walks into her library and changes her life for ever. Two misfits whose lonely paths cross at the circulation desk, Peggy and James are odd candidates for friendship. In James, Peggy discovers the one person who's ever really understood her, and as he grows – six foot five at age twelve, then seven foot, then eight – so does their most singular romance. *Perfect for readers who loved Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine*
Thunderstruck One Man S Story Of Mental Illness Trauma And Redemption
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Author : Michael J. Jarosi
language : en
Publisher: Informed Source LLC
Release Date : 2019-06-18
Thunderstruck One Man S Story Of Mental Illness Trauma And Redemption written by Michael J. Jarosi and has been published by Informed Source LLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-06-18 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Thunderstruck is a man's story of mental illness, trauma, and redemption.Michael Jarosi had a loving family, athletic promise, and had earned a soccer scholarship to The University of Virginia. But two weeks before his high school graduation, Michael and his father Frank were both struck by lightning on a soccer field. Frank was killed and Michael, standing yards away, was rendered unconscious and burned. The lightning strike left Michael with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) which went undiagnosed and untreated for years.After his third year at college, Michael was hospitalized and diagnosed with type I bipolar disorder. The remainder of his adult life has been marked by bipolar manic episodes and hospitalizations. Michael escaped an Alabama criminal psychiatric facility where he was being tortured, and has also been homeless.Along the way, Michael earned a law degree at age 35, passed the Ohio Bar Exam, and is a licensed attorney today. After being homeless then taken in by a Salvation Army shelter in Chicago in 2015, Michael has been on a path of redemption. He believes that making people with mental illness part of the paradigm of diversity and inclusion can help change the societal stigma toward people with mental illness, and especially help heal the self-stigma that is so damaging and even deadly.
My Friend Pasquale And Other Stories
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Author : James Selwin Tait
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-09-16
My Friend Pasquale And Other Stories written by James Selwin Tait and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-09-16 with Fiction categories.
In "My Friend Pasquale, and Other Stories," James Selwin Tait crafts a vivid tapestry of narratives that explore the intricacies of friendship, cultural identity, and human connection. Written in a lyrical prose style, Tait's stories delve deep into the emotional landscapes of his characters, showcasing rich imagery and dialogue that captures the essence of their experiences. Set against a backdrop of both personal and communal struggles, the collection resonates with themes of resilience and empathy, placing Tait within a modern tradition of short story writers who seek to illuminate the human condition. James Selwin Tait, an astute observer of the human experience, draws from his own diverse background and influences in literature and art, which have profoundly shaped his narrative voice. His experiences traveling and engaging with various cultures inform the authenticity of the characters he portrays, especially the titular Pasquale, a figure both relatable and poignant. Tait's prior works have often echoed similar themes, showcasing his ability to interweave personal memoir with broader societal commentary. This compelling collection is recommended for readers who appreciate nuanced storytelling and character-driven narratives. Tait's ability to capture the complexity of relationships in a succinct yet impactful manner makes "My Friend Pasquale" a must-read for those who seek not only to be entertained but to reflect on the intricacies of their own lives.
Niagara Falls All Over Again
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Author : Elizabeth McCracken
language : en
Publisher: Delta
Release Date : 2002-11-26
Niagara Falls All Over Again written by Elizabeth McCracken and has been published by Delta this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-11-26 with Fiction categories.
By turns graceful and knowing, funny and moving, Niagara Falls All Over Again is the latest masterwork by National Book Award finalist and author of The Giant’s House, Elizabeth McCracken. Spanning the waning years of vaudeville and the golden age of Hollywood, Niagara Falls All Over Again chronicles a flawed, passionate friendship over thirty years, weaving a powerful story of family and love, grief and loss. In it, McCracken introduces her most singular and affecting hero: Mose Sharp — son, brother, husband, father, friend ... and straight man to the fat guy in baggy pants who utterly transforms his life. To the paying public, Mose Sharp was the arch, colorless half of the comedy team Carter and Sharp. To his partner, he was charmed and charming, a confirmed bachelor who never failed at love and romance. To his father and sisters, Mose was a prodigal son. And in his own heart and soul, he would always be a boy who once had a chance to save a girl’s life — a girl who would be his first, and greatest, loss. Born into a Jewish family in small-town Iowa, the only boy among six sisters, Mose Sharp couldn’t leave home soon enough. By sixteen Mose had already joined the vaudeville circuit. But he knew one thing from the start: “I needed a partner,” he recalls. “I had always needed a partner.” Then, an ebullient, self-destructive comedian named Rocky Carter came crashing into his life — and a thirty-year partnership was born. But as the comedy team of Carter and Sharp thrived from the vaudeville backwaters to Broadway to Hollywood, a funny thing happened amid the laughter: It was Mose who had all the best lines offstage. Rocky would go through money, women, and wives in his restless search for love; Mose would settle down to a family life marked by fragile joy and wrenching tragedy. And soon, cracks were appearing in their complex relationship ... until one unforgivable act leads to another and a partnership begins to unravel. In a novel as daring as it is compassionate, Elizabeth McCracken introduces an indelibly drawn cast of characters — from Mose’s Iowa family to the vagabond friends, lovers, and competitors who share his dizzying journey — as she deftly explores the fragile structures that underlie love affairs and friendships, partnerships and families. An elegiac and uniquely American novel, Niagara Falls All Over Again is storytelling at its finest — and powerful proof that Elizabeth McCracken is one of the most dynamic and wholly original voices of her generation.
The Souvenir Museum
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Author : Elizabeth McCracken
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2021-06-03
The Souvenir Museum written by Elizabeth McCracken and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-06-03 with Fiction categories.
'One of my favourite writers' Nick Hornby One of the most acclaimed writers of our day, award-winning author Elizabeth McCracken is an undisputed virtuoso of the short story, and this new collection features her most vibrant and heartrending work to date. A recent widower and his adult son ferry to a craggy Scottish island in search of puffins. An actress who plays a children's game-show villainess ushers in the New Year with her deadbeat half-brother. And on a trip to a water park with their son, two fathers each confront a deep-rooted personal fear. With sentences that crackle and spark and showcase her trademark wit, McCracken shows how the mysterious bonds of family are tested, transformed, fractured, and fortified. 'McCracken has a gift for spotting the comic potential in situations many of us have endured... Her prose is stippled with just-so observations' Observer 'McCracken is a totally assured performer: even seemingly throwaway perceptions are often memorably poetic, and there is a hint of melancholy under the comedy' Sunday Times 'This incisive, warm-blooded collection of stories is populated by outsiders... McCracken illuminates qualities of human nature through fragments of her characters' lives' New Yorker
Notes For The Everlost
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Author : Kate Inglis
language : en
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Release Date : 2018-09-18
Notes For The Everlost written by Kate Inglis and has been published by Shambhala Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-18 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Part memoir, part handbook for the heartbroken, this powerful, unsparing account of losing a premature baby will speak to all who have been bereaved and are grieving, and offers inspiration on moving forward, gently integrating the loss into life. When Kate Inglis’s twin boys were born prematurely, one survived and the other did not. Inglis’s story can help other bereaved parents, and anyone who has experienced wrenching loss, reflect on: · what it means to keep living post-loss · the unique isolation of bereavement · the fortitude of like-minded community and small kindnesses · dealing with family, friends, and bystanders Inglis’s unique voice—brash, irreverent, and achingly beautiful—creates a nuanced picture of the landscape of grief, encompassing waves of disbelief and emptiness, moments of unexpected affinity and lightness, and the compassion that grows from our most intense chapters of the human experience.
Golden Girl And Other Stories
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Author : Jack Vance
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2012-04-16
Golden Girl And Other Stories written by Jack Vance and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-04-16 with Fiction categories.
A collection of some of Jack Vance's best short fiction, containing: Golden Girl Masquerade on Dicantropus Abercrombie Station Cholwell's Chickens The Mitr The World Between When the Five Moons Rise Meet Miss Universe The Insufferable Red-headed Daughter of Commander Tynnott, O.T.E.
The Other Story
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Author : Tatiana de Rosnay
language : en
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Release Date : 2014-04-15
The Other Story written by Tatiana de Rosnay and has been published by St. Martin's Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-04-15 with Fiction categories.
A New York Times best seller! From the New York Times and international best-selling author Tatiana de Rosnay comes The Other Story, "[a] brilliant pager-turner"(BookPage), layered and beautifully written, that is a reflection on identity, the process of being a writer and the repercussions of generations-old decisions as they echo into the present and shape the future. Vacationing at a luxurious Tuscan island resort, Nicolas Duhamel is hopeful that the ghosts of his past have finally been put to rest... Now a bestselling author, when he was twenty-four years old, he stumbled upon a troubling secret about his family-a secret that was carefully concealed. In shock, Nicolas embarked on a journey to uncover the truth that took him from the Basque coast to St. Petersburg-but the answers wouldn't come easily. In the process of digging into his past, something else happened. Nicolas began writing a novel that was met with phenomenal success, skyrocketing him to literary fame whether he was ready for it or not - and convincing him that he had put his family's history firmly behind him. But now, years later, Nicolas must reexamine everything he thought he knew, as he learns that, however deeply buried, the secrets of the past always find a way out. "The tension of Nicholas's unsustainable half-truths and the gradual parceling out of his father's secrets will keep readers in de Rosnay's thrall, hoping redemption will come. Readers in real life should anticipate de Rosnay's latest with all the fervor Nicholas's fans show in awaiting his."-Shelf Awareness "de Rosnay's fans...will not be disappointed."-Library Journal