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Front porch tales: WARM-HEARTED STORIES OF FAMILY, FAITH, LAUGHTER AND LOVE
By Philip Gulley. 2000
The best of Zane Grey, outdoorsman: hunting and fishing tales (Classics of American Sport)
By Zane Grey, George Reiger. 1972
Twenty short stories about outdoor sports adventures by western writer Zane Grey (1872-1939). Contains "Colorado Trails" and "Roping Lions in…
the Grand Canyon." Includes 1992 foreword by George Reiger. Reiger credits Grey's experiences as an avid conservationist and explorer for inspiring his stories. 1972Football's best short stories
By Paul D. Staudohar. 1998
Twenty-one stories and one classic poem, published between 1909 and 1997, by renowned authors. Includes John Updike's "In Football Season,"…
which evokes the wonderment of youth at Friday night high school games; an excerpt from Howard Nemerov's The Homecoming Game; and pieces by Ellery Queen, Damon Runyon, T. Coraghessan Boyle, and others. 1998The camp robber and other stories
By Zane Grey. 1979
Collection of six western short stories. In the title story, a new ranch hand, Wingfield, is accused when the payroll…
is missing. Wingfield follows tracks to a remote cabin to find not only the stolen money but also a missing piece of his lifeCes Récits infectés donnent la parole à des autrices et auteurs qui tentent de prendre la mesure de la crise…
de la COVID-19, de ses aspects tragiques ou comiques, de ses désastres comme des utopies qu'elle a fait naître. Ils se demandent comment elle a agi et continue d'agir sur nous, puis la croise avec d'autres périodes noires, collectives ou plus intimes. Parce que toutes les grandes crises ont une chose en commun : elles révèlent le meilleur comme le pire de l'être humainUncommon Champions: Fifteen Athletes Who Battled Back
By Marty Kaminsky. 2000
These fifteen motivating stories prove that integrity and honor are not entirely missing from the playing fields. Readers will share…
the excitement as blind mountain climber Erik Weihenmayer scales the heights of Mount McKinley; as sprinter Gail Devers returns from a life-threatening illness to defend her Olympic title . . . and more. Despite facing incredible adversity, each of these stars found the heart and stamina to persevere.La patria transpirada: Historias de la Argentina en los Mundiales desde 1930
By Juan Sasturain. 2018
Un recorrido por los Mundiales que jugó la Argentina -o mejor, por los Mundiales que jugamos-, desde 1930 hasta hoy.…
En la cancha la camiseta se debe honrar, defender y, sobre todo, transpirar. El sudor es a la camiseta, en el fútbol, lo que la sangre a la bandera en la guerra. De la camiseta transpirada a la bandera ensangrentada hay un paso, sin duda excesivo. Se dice "dar la vida" en el esfuerzo; sudar sangre, exactamente. Los simbólicos colores se exaltan con la humedad. Además, siempre quedan las lágrimas de reserva: una catarata de efusiones que prometió, enumeró Churchill durante un Mundial que no era ningún juego. Parece que éste tampoco lo será. Es increíble las cosas que ponemos en el juego de la pelota. En este libro se pasa revista a los Mundiales que jugó Argentina o -mejor- a los Mundiales que jugamos, por radio, por la tele, en vivo o de memoria, de oídas o por rebote familiar. La versión no puede ser sino personal, sentimental en el mejor de los sentidos: qué me pasó a mí -de pibe, de adolescente, de muchacho, y ahora ya veterano- cuando esos campeonatos del mundo nos pasaban a todos por arriba y por adentro. Los datos precisos respecto de planteles, resultados, jugadores, fechas y partidos quedan a un lado, fuera del relato, no tienen que ver sino como paisaje, escenografía. No conozco felicidad más desgraciada. Pero sabemos que vale la pena. Juan SasturainMillion Dollar Baby: Stories from the Corner
By F. X. Toole. 1999
"In this remarkable collection . . . the spirit of Hemingway lives on." --The Wall Street Journal F. X. Toole…
knew boxing. Between bouts, he wrote, and two years before his death he published this collection of stories, giving readers an unprecedented look at the gritty life around the ring. He tells of a cutman with a sweet tooth, young fighters with dreams of celebrity, and a talented boxer who goes to Atlantic City for his biggest bout, only to be humiliated by the prejudices of a callous promoter. In "Million $$$ Baby," the inspiration for the Oscar-winning Clint Eastwood film, an aged trainer takes on a female fighter, guiding her through disappointment, pain, and tragedy. And in "Rope Burns," Toole realizes his epic vision, showing that even the purest fighter can succumb to the pressures of the world outside the sport. Throughout these stories, boxing's violence is redeemed by the respect these men and women share, as they strap on gloves and prepare their bodies for the ultimate test. This ebook features an illustrated biography of F. X. Toole including rare images and never-before-seen documents from the author's estate.Buying a Fishing Rod for My Grandfather: Stories
By Mabel Lee, Xingjian Gao. 2004
Written between 1983 and 1990, these translated stories take as their themes the fragility of love and life, and the…
haunting power of memory. In "The Temple" the narrator's acute and mysterious anxiety overshadows the "delirious happiness" of an outing with his new wife on their honeymoon. In "The Cramp" a man narrowly escapes drowning in the sea, only to find that no one even noticed his absence. In "The Accident" a bus hits a cyclist and, as in stop-action film, the chaotic aftermath gives way to a calm, ordinary street comer with no trace of the previous drama. In the title story the narrator attempts to "unburden myself of homesickness" only to find himself lost in a labyrinth of childhood memories. Everywhere in this collection are powerful psychological portraits of characters whose unarticulated hopes and fears betray the never-ending presence of the past in their present lives."--BOOK JACKET. Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights ReservedCelebrando os Quietos
By Prasenjeet Kumar, Cristina Rocha. 2016
Celebrando os Quietos é uma coleção única de histórias motivacionais, inspiradoras, animadoras e REAIS sobre introvertidos e pessoas altamente sensíveis…
que você não pode perder...Essas histórias nos contam de que maneira introvertidos famosos como Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein, J.K. Rowling e Walt Disney superaram, com determinação de aço, os desafios mais difíceis que apareceram em seu caminho. Acima de tudo, essas histórias destacam a importância da dedicação, persistência, autodisciplina e de se ter uma visão ou uma imaginação fértil, características que, felizmente, todas as pessoas quietas possuem por natureza. O autor espera sinceramente que as histórias despertem em você a coragem de buscar seus sonhos e ambições, independentemente do quão "extravagantes" eles possam parecer para os outros.Celebriamo le Persone Calme: Storie Di Ispirazione Per Gli Introversi E Gli Ipersensibili
By Prasenjeet Kumar, Consuelo Tuzio. 2016
Una collezione unica di storie VERE, motivazionali, edificanti e fonte di ispirazione per tutti gli introversi e le persone iper-sensibili…
che non potete perdere... Queste storie raccontano di come famosi introversi quali Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein, J.K. Rowling e Walt Disney abbiano superato, con una volontà d'acciao, le sfide più difficili che la vita abbia messo loro davanti. Soprattutto, sottolineano l'importanza di lavorare sodo, di persistere, dell'avere auto-disciplina e un'idea ben precisa e una fervida immaginazione, di cui, fortunatamente, tutte le Persone Tranquille sono dotate per natura. L'autore spera che queste storie possano darvi il coraggio di realizzare le vostre ambizioni e i vostri sogni, per quanto "strambi" possano apparire agli altri.Celebrando a la Gente Reservada
By Prasenjeet Kumar, Marcela Gutiérrez Bravo y María Florencia Lavorato. 2016
Celebrando a la Gente Reservada: Una colección única de historias VERDADERAS inspiradoras, motivacionales y edificantes, para personas introvertidas y altamente…
sensibles que no te deberías perder... Estas historias nos cuentan sobre cómo introvertidos realmente famosos como Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein, J.K. Rowling y Walt Disney superaron, con resolución de acero, los más difíciles retos en su camino. Sobre todo, resalta la importancia del trabajo duro, la perseverancia, la creatividad, la auto-disciplina y el tener una visión o una rica imaginación que son atributos afortunados y naturales de todas las personas Reservadas. El autor sinceramente espera que estas historias te den el valor de perseguir tus sueños y ambiciones, sin importar cuán "extravagantes" puedan parecer a los demás.Crunch & Des: Classic Stories of Saltwater Fishing (Lyons Press Ser.)
By Philip Wylie, Karen Wylie Pryor. 2014
Philip Wylie's enthralling tales of saltwater fishing have been entertaining readers of the Saturday Evening Post since 1939. Captain Crunch…
Adams, skipper of the charter boat Poseidon , and his friend and partner Des Smith adventure high and low in the waters of Florida, coming face to face with big fish and bigger personalities along the way. Featuring 22 of Wylie's best Crunch and Des stories, this is a delightful compendium of every thrill fishing has to offer. These beloved adventures include: "Widow Voyage" "Light Tackle" "Fifty-four, Forty and Fight" "The Way of All Fish" "The Affair of the Ardent Amazon" "Smuggler's Cove" And more favorite classics!With each Crunch and Des story selected by the author's daughter, these tales begin a journey of saltwater nostalgia, marine adventure, and warmhearted personalities that will last far beyond the last page.Un poco de pasión y otros cuentos de fútbol (Flash Relatos #Volumen)
By Ana Maria Moix. 2012
Reunimos por primera vez tres cuentos de Ana María Moix dedicados a una de sus pasiones: el fútbol. ¿Qué pasa…
si un día, de repente, sucede que dejas de sentir los colores de tu equipo? ¿Es posible mantener el control sobre tus emociones mientras sigues un partido decisivo para los tuyos? ¿Existe alguna actividad más apropiada que el fútbol para socializar a un hijo? Ana María Moix reúne por primera vez en esta colección tres tentativas de explicar una pasión tan irracional como el fútbol. O la literatura.'A must for all Mamma Mia fans!' Sue Moorcroft on My Mamma Mia SummerLaurel is finally living her own Mamma…
Mia dream.Now the owner of Villa Athena on a gorgeous Greek island, the last six months have been a whirlwind as Laurel has modernised the guesthouse, discovered how to run her own business, and learned to negotiate the demands of her new family. But as the festive season draws closer, Laurel begins to wonder if Christmas on Skopelos can ever live up to the cosy Yorkshire Christmases she spent with her beloved grandmother, Marnie. And with a travel writer arriving to review the Villa, Laurel needs a touch of festive sparkle - and a little help from some old friends... With critics to impress, Greek feasts to cook, and an ABBA-themed winter wedding on the horizon, can Laurel throw the perfect Christmas for everyone? And will she find her own romance underneath the mistletoe...?Escape to Greece this Christmas for this joyous sequel to My Mamma Mia Summer - perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Jenny Colgan and Sarah Morgan.Readers love My Mamma Mia Summer 'I LOVED it...this book filled me with joy' 'A perfect summer read... Full of humour and emotion, this is just an all-round fabulous fun book''I absolutely loved it and can't recommend it enough!''Loved, loved this book. A real feel-good happy book''Full of hope and sunshine...a fun read which has you reaching for the ABBA CDs and booking holidays to Greece!''I loved this book...just the thing to get me in the mood for my holiday''Absolutely loved this book, couldn't put it down but didn't want it to finish''Funny, moving and pure escapism! How can you resist it?''I just loved everything about this book - it left me with the same cosy feeling as the film''A vibrant, warm and satisfying read''Loved the book and felt as if I was in the story''Will have you itching to hop on a plane to the nearest Greek island!'Open Secrets: The Extraordinary Battle for the 2009 Open
By Robert Winder. 2011
The Open Championship has been a high point of the British sporting calendar for 150 years, but few have been…
so memorable as in 2009. After four heady days on the fabled Turnberry links (one day it went see, the next it went saw) Tom Watson, an all-tim e great but nearly 60 and with an artificial hip, faced an eight-foot putt to become not just the oldest but also the most successful (along with Harry Vardon) player in Open history. The golfing world held its breath. History hung on the roll of a small white ball. As drama it verged upon the magical. Surely he couldn't prevail; surely he couldn't falter. But this was only one of hundreds of such moments. Robert Winder followed them all, from the start of the qualifying process to the dramatic last gasp. Here he traces the thrills and spills of a resonant sporting drama, listens to the players and administrators, and describes the many ways in which the Open truly is open: the world, to the elements, and to the neverending outrages of fortune.Christmas With You: A heart-warming Christmas read from the No. 1 bestselling author
By Sheila O'Flanagan. 2017
The Sugar Loaf Lodge welcomes you in to warm yourself by the fire as the snow falls softly down. You'll…
find yourself immediately at home, bathed in the magic of this romantic hotel as it reveals the secrets and dreams of its guests. Sheila O'Flanagan's Christmas With You - originally published as A Season to Remember - is ideal festive reading for fans of Veronica Henry, Carole Matthews and Marian Keyes. These enchanting linked stories from the No. 1 bestselling author bring to life one unforgettable Christmas full of surprise twists, life-changing moments... and love.Christmas With You was previously published as A Season to Remember. Now with two poignant new stories added.Tucked away in the Irish countryside, the Sugar Loaf Lodge is opening its door for the festive season. With snow falling on the mountains outside and warm fires roaring inside, it's the perfect place for guests to celebrate the happiest time of the year. But what if you've just had your heart broken? Or discovered that the man you're married to has lied to you? What if a secret from your past has finally come back to haunt you?For some of the guests arriving at the Sugar Loaf Lodge, Christmas is looking far from tranquil. But can they find the magic and romance of the season within the walls of this beautiful hotel?Reviewers love Sheila's books: 'An exciting love story with a deliciously romantic denouement' Sunday ExpressWhat readers are saying about Christmas With You: 'A wonderful short story collection; it captures the magic of Christmas, love and family perfectly, and is a really superb read. Definitely recommend!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'What a sweet lovely read... Absolutely loved this book and can't wait to read more by Sheila O'Flanagan' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Absolutely brilliant!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'The different stories will make you laugh and cry as all their lives come together in the Sugar Loaf Lodge and remind us about the true meaning of Christmas' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'I really enjoyed every single page of this book, and would highly recommend it, especially as a festive story!' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars'From the very start to the very end Sheila O'Flanagan keeps you entwined with all the characters. A simply perfect book' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars'Ms O'Flanagan weaves her magic again' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars(P)2018 Headline Publishing Group LtdSun Strokes
By Kojo Black. 2011
First, in The Chalet, guests shed their inhibitions as quickly as they shed their clothes. Then, a young woman has…
a wonderfully rude sexual awakening in Beaches & Cream; before a hot Summer in the City gets as debauched as any beach vacation! And finally, two voyeuristic writers are in for a big surprise deep in a Finnish Wood.Célébrons La Discrétion: Histoires Inspirantes Pour Les Introvertis Et Les Personnes Hypersensibles
By Prasenjeet Kumar, Camille Baheux. 2016
Une collection d'histoires VRAIES motivantes, inspirantes et réconfortantes pour les introvertis et les personnes hypersensibles à ne pas manquer... Ce…
recueil nous fait découvrir comment des personnes introverties célèbres comme Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein, Walt Disney et même J.K. Rowling ont réussi à relever les défis les plus difficiles grâce à une volonté de fer. Plus que tout, ce livre met en avant les qualités propres à tous les introvertis, telles que la persistance, l’amour du travail accompli avec ardeur, la créativité, l’autodiscipline, l'envie d’apprendre seul, une intelligence émotionnelle forte et une imagination riche. L'auteur espère sincèrement que ces histoires vous donneront le courage réaliser vos rêves et vos ambitions, peu importe que ceux-ci vous démarquent des autres.The English Stories
By Cynthia Flood. 2009
A series of twelve linked fictions detailing the story of Amanda Ellis, a young Canadian girl who goes with her…
parents to England "for a year that stretched into two," and her life at St. Mildred's school. Not limited to first person narration by the heroine, this collection is spiced with a wide range of perspectives and voices.