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Sex, art, and American culture: essays (Vintage Original Ser.)
By Camille Paglia. 1992
Articles on popular culture, such as an appreciation of Elizabeth Taylor and a plea to consider rock music an art…
form. Next, essays on sex, ranging from homosexuality to date rape. Paglia presents a series of "no-holds-barred" book reviews; an introduction to her "Sexual personae;" a tribute to a mentor, poet Milton Kessler; an analysis of academia; and, finally, an appendix on herself. Some strong language. 1992.As the twig is bent
By Kenneth Jernigan. 1990
The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) presents essays from individuals who discuss aspects of growing up blind. Overcoming others'…
misconceptions about blindness is the central theme among experiences such as being overprotected as children, deciding whether or not to use a cane, and seeking employment. Contributors range from a seven-year-old boy to the creator of the Braille math code. Many stress the importance of NFB in their lives. 1990.The freedom bell
By Kenneth Jernigan. 1992
In a collection of essays, individuals discuss aspects of their blindness, and many emphasize the impact that the National Federation…
of the Blind has had on their lives. The title refers to the bell that is rung at the Louisiana Center for the Blind to celebrate a member's success or an event that may have meaning for all individuals who are blind. One essayist describes her relief at shedding self-imposed limitations and beginning a career. 1992.Wouldn't take nothing for my journey now
By Maya Angelou. 1993
A collection of short essays in which Angelou discusses the value of charity, her faith in God, and the deaths…
of loved ones. She shares her thoughts on discovering an authentic personal style, the insidious effects of racism, and pregnancy as an experience shared by a woman and her mate. Angelou also includes reminiscences of her childhood in Stamps, Arkansas; of being a single mother; and of dancing with Alvin Ailey. 1993.Writings from the New Yorker: 1927-1976
By E. B White, Rebecca M Dale. 1990
One hundred sixty-one short pieces and essays on topics ranging from an interview with a sparrow to an obituary for…
John F. Kennedy. Entries from earlier to later decades reflect White's development and the changing times. 1990. Uniform title: New Yorker.Intoxicated by my illness: and other writings on life and death
By Anatole Broyard. 1992
During the fourteen months that the author lived after his diagnosis of prostate cancer, he wrote these essays on the…
human condition. Included too are earlier articles on literature, style, life, illness, and death--subjects on which Broyard often reflected. Paraphrasing another writer, Broyard says that this book is "to make sure I'll be alive when I die." 1992.American stories
By Calvin Trillin. 1991
Twelve nonfiction stories expanded from earlier versions in the "New Yorker" magazine chronicle offbeat aspects of American culture. Profiles include…
those of eccentric magicians Penn and Teller and a pair of midwestern, church-going murderers. Subjects range through the serious problems of a logging town in Oregon, the fate of an American student who falls ill in China, and the ice cream war between Ben and Jerry's and Haagen-Dazs. 1991.Helen Keller: a light for the blind (Women of our time)
By Donna Diamond, Kathleen V Kudlinski. 1989
As a young child, a fever left Helen Keller deaf and blind. Anne Sullivan faced a difficult task when she…
was hired to teach Helen who was spoiled by everyone. Grades 3-6. c1989.Signposts in a strange land: Essays
By Walker Percy, Patrick H Samway. 1991
Uh-oh: Some Observations From Both Sides Of The Refrigerator Door
By Robert Fulghum. 1991
In these humorous and inspirational essays, a bride gets the hiccups while reciting her vows, and a young boy plays…
the role of a pig in the kindergarten production of "Cinderella". Bestseller 1991.It was on fire when I lay down on it
By Robert Fulghum. 1989
Hey world, here I am!
By Jean Little. 1986
Kate Bloomfield first made her appearance in Jean Little's novels "Look through my window" (DC03610) and "Kate". This is a…
collection of her poems and short prose pieces about God, love, friends and being Jewish. Grades 5-8. 1986.S'écarter et savourer (Le 1 en livre)
By Christophe André. 2022
Les différentes contributions du psychiatre et psychothérapeute à l'hebdomadaire Le 1 sont ici réunies. Il y évoque notamment l'incapacité à…
la patience, la difficulté à supporter l'incertitude, l'inertie climatique ou encore le rapport au changement.Perles de vie: précis de sagesse portative
By René De Obaldia. 2017
Un recueil de pensées, de citations et de proverbes engrangés tout au long de l'existence du poète et ainsi légués…
en héritage au lecteur, comme source de réflexions, de méditations et d'émotions.At home: essays, 1982-1988
By Gore Vidal. 1988
In this collection of essays, Vidal writes of politics, literature, aviation, and his father. Numerous literary figures are discussed, including…
Tennessee Williams, Henry James, and Italo Calvino. Vidal pokes fun at conservatives and radicals alike. Some strong language. 1988.Midstream: my later life
By Helen Keller. 1929
The miracle worker: a play for television
By William Gibson. 1959
To catch an angel: adventures in the world I cannot see
By Robert Russell. 1963
Eclipse, a nightmare: A Nightmare
By Hugues De Montalembert, David Noakes. 1985
In 1978, artist Hughes de Montalembert was blinded by two muggers. This is the tale of his search for a…
cure, of his rehabilitation and his despair, and finally his discovery of reconciliation and peace. 1985. Uniform title: Lumière assassinée.Rx, applause: biography of a blind performer
By Mason Turner. 1983