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Biography, Sports biography, Medicine
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The instant no. 1 Sunday Times bestseller WINNER of the Autobiography of the Year at the Sports Book Awards A…
Sunday Times best biography of the year 'It's an incredible read for anyone facing adversity in their life; how to cope with it, how to stay positive in really difficult situations.' - Sally Nugent'A throat-catching love letter to his wife and children . . . this lovely man has reframed a universally sad story into a life-enhancing one. The overall message is one of hope.' - The Times'It's just stunning; funny and beautifully written' - as heard on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show'A candid, sad yet ultimately life-affirming book. There is a thread of gratitude that runs far deeper than performative celebrity humility.' - Guardian-------- Sir Chris Hoy knows better than most how life can change in the blink of an eye. In elite sport, the margin between victory and defeat is miniscule, and the pressure is immense. Chris has built a glittering sporting career on understanding these moments: how to feel for them, how to cope with them, how to make them count.Last year, he faced another life-changing moment. He found out that the ache in his shoulder was in fact a tumour, and that he had Stage 4 cancer.He will be living with this disease for the rest of his life.In this memoir, Chris shares the next phase of his extraordinary life with exceptional bravery. He looks over the challenges he has faced thus far, and the ways he has taken them on. With his wife Sarra and their young children by his side, he shares how he has used these experiences to find ways to focus on the moments that matter, showing us how to do the same.--------What readers think:'Honest, inspirational and beautifully written.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A must read for anyone facing adversity in their lives, or indeed anybody who needs to put positivity back into theirs.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This has really helped me navigate my own cancer journey. Thank you Chris!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I already had a sense of pride when I bought this book. It turned out to be everything I had hoped it would be.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'What a man. Such an inspiring read - read it over a weekend. Couldn't put it down.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Biography
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This is the true story of Dr. Charles Johnson, an African Americanpreacher who went to Mississippi in 1961 during the…
summer of theFreedom Rides. Fresh out of Bible School Johnson hesitantly followed hiscall to pastor in Mississippi, a hotbed for race relations during theearly 1960’s. Unwittingly thrust into the heart of a national tragedy,the murder of three Civil Rights activists, he overcame fear andadversity to become a leader in the Civil Rights movement.As a key African American witness to take the stand in the trialfamously dubbed the "Mississippi Burning" case by the FBI, CharlesJohnson played a key role for the Federal Justice Department, offeringclarity to the event that led to the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Thisstory of love, conviction, adversity, and redemption climaxes with ashocking encounter between Charles and one of the murderers. The readerwill be riveted to the details of a gracious life in pursuit of the callof God from the pulpit to the streets, and ultimately into thecourtroom.
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Biography, Literature biography, Journals and memoirs, Asian history
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From the Franz Kafka Prize–winning author. “Full of love, sorrow, and tenderness . . . a deeply heartfelt account of his family in…
the 1960s and 70s.” —Xiaolu Guo, award-winning author of Nine ContinentsWith lyricism and deep emotion, Yan Lianke chronicles the extraordinary lives of his father and uncles, as well as his own during the Cultural Revolution. Living in a remote village, Yan’s parents are so poor that they can only afford to use wheat flour on New Year and festival days, and while Yan dreams of fried scallion buns, and even steals from his father to buy sesame seed cakes. He yearns to leave the village, however he can, and soon novels become an escape. He resolves to become a writer himself after reading on the back of a novel that its author was given leave to remain in the city of Harbin after publishing her book. In the evenings, after finishing back-breaking shifts hauling stones at a cement factory, sometimes sixteen hours long, he sets to work writing. He is ultimately delivered from the drudgery and danger of manual labor by a career in the Army, but he is filled with regrets as he recalls these years of scarcity, turmoil, and poverty.A philosophical portrait of grief, death, home, and fate that gleams with Yan’s quick wit and gift for imagery, Three Brothers is a personal portrait of a politically devastating period, and a celebration of the power of the family to hold together even in the harshest circumstances.“This engaging book asks readers to consider the nature of life and death, city versus country, and the impact generations can have on each other.” —Winnipeg Free Press
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Frontier and pioneer life, Adventure and exploration, Biography
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Adventures and pitfalls overflow in this collection of tales based on true events in rural Nevada. The voices are those…
of children and young adults as storytellers recalling their early lives. The theme of each story varies according to the adventures and difficulties each character faces, such as: the Spanish Flu, freezing weather, hunger, a flood, or early aviation with an unlit landing strip. In addition, these stories show the effects of national and even world events on people living in an isolated area. Some strong language. Some violence. Adult
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Biography, True crime
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Part Cherokee, part white, Henry Starr boasted that he had robbed more banks than any man in America, yet blamed…
society for forcing him into a life of crime. Pictures conditions in the Indian territory following the Civil War
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Biography, Science and medicine biography, Journals and memoirs
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L’univers du déchet s’est révélé à moi comme j’aimerais qu’il se révèle à vous dans ce livre. Par surprise. Un…
heureux hasard, car j’aime ce travail. En racontant mon histoire, je veux partager ma passion. Je veux sortir de l’oubli les vidangeurs. Je veux surtout que vous cessiez de croire que vos ordures disparaissent par magie, comme le propose la très récente pub de 1-800-GOT-JUNK. Rien ne disparaît par magie. Laissons ces illusions aux enfants et rentrons dans le vrai monde. Beau et sale, comme le sont les vidangeurs.» En lisant ce journal d’un vidangeur, vous ferez la découverte d’un monde dont vous ne soupçonniez pas l’existence. Un rassemblement d’excentriques et de personnages plus ou moins intégrés à la vie normale qui travaillent sur la ligne de crête entre ce que notre société considère propre et ce qu’elle juge sale. Qui sont ces athlètes qui courent nos rues chaque semaine derrière des camions, qu’il neige, qu’il pleuve ou qu’il fasse trop chaud? Quelle est leur vision du compostage, du recyclage, de la récupération? Qu’ont-ils à raconter sur une époque qui génère en abondance des ordures? Voilà autant de questions auxquelles répond ce récit captivant. Simon Paré-Poupart ramasse les ordures depuis vingt ans. Ses études universitaires en sociologie et en administration internationale, ainsi que son expérience comme intervenant social n’auront pas eu raison de sa vocation de vidangeur.
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Biography, Archaeology
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This book offers cultural governance as a theoretical framework for the exploration of 20th-century Iraqi political history, from the foundation…
of the Imperial Tribal School in Constantinople in 1892 until 1992, the end of the Iraq-Kuwait crisis. Case studies investigate the diversity of cultural governance as an analytical tool for historical heritage management, from the protection of antiquities and guardianship of holy shrines to the use of heritage for corporate legitimacy, the dissemination of conservation expertise throughout the Arab world, and management of heritage in times of conflict. This material explores negotiations of power and sovereignty between local caretakers, officials of the Mandate administration, members of the Iraqi and Arab intelligentsia, UNESCO consultants, and Iraqi state officials, among others, underlining the ideological pluralism of governance efforts throughout the period. This research offers a historical analysis of cultural projects and programs in Iraq to consider the sociopolitical conditions that shaped their governance. The material included this book is based on previously unpublished archives from the Ottoman Prime Ministry Archives, Middle East and North African Newspapers Collection, and UNESCO Archives, among other repositories. The work addresses a gap in scholarship which has neglected the role of cultural governance in heritage management and development in Iraq. The primary audience is academic scholars, historians, and educational institutions although the book will also be of interest to individuals in Iraq, in the Iraqi diaspora abroad, and those with a general interest in modern Middle East studies.
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Biography, Family and relationships, Parenting
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Make your bond stronger than ever on your way to the altarPlanning can be the key to a happy and…
satisfying marriage. The in-depth, thought-provoking exercises in this marriage workbook will help you and your partner grow your love and solidify your partnership as you prepare to walk down the aisle.Dig deep into your relationship over the course of 7 chapters—each focusing on a different part of married life. Gain insight into each other, and discover ways to feel closer before you finally say, "I do!"A look into the future—Prepare for a lifetime together by exploring your feelings on communication, money, intimacy, children, beliefs, work, and family and friends.In-depth exercises—Learn more about your partner through various exercises, including writing prompts, true/false questionnaires, worksheets, discussion topics, and more.Expert guidance—Author Jim Walkup is a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than 40 years of experience working with couples from all backgrounds who want to make their marriage last.Set the stage for a happy and successful marriage with this premarital counseling workbook for couples.
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Biography, Family and relationships, Parenting
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Form a stronger bond as a familyFamilies are complicated—and fostering healthy relationships often takes work. This supportive guide provides you…
and your loved ones with the therapeutic tools you need to strengthen your connection. Guided by simple exercises, your family will learn how to reduce conflict, boost communication, and build deeper connections. Focus on core family dynamics— Learn how to improve the eight traits fundamental to healthy families, including mutual respect, affirmation and support, and setting boundaries. Explore engaging exercises— Put your newfound knowledge into practice with a range of prompts and activities, such as kindness meditations, conversation calendars, and positive affirmation checklists. Try different approaches — Find the right tools for your family, with a range of therapy techniques including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and narrative therapy. Find fresh perspective and move forward together with help from The Essential Family Therapy Workbook .
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Science and medicine biography, Biography, Social issues, Family and relationships, Parenting
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A practical and supportive guide for families struggling with addictionGet compassionate guidance that shows you how to navigate the unique…
challenges faced when a family member is suffering from a substance use disorder (SUD). Addiction in the Family helps you better understand what your loved one is going through while also offering realistic advice for approaching their addiction and how it affects your entire family.Drawing on Dr. Louise Stanger's years of experience as an SUD and family trauma clinician, Addiction in the Family allows you to take things at your own pace and concentrate on the areas where you need the most help. Whether it's finding ways to help your loved one, concentrating on your own self-care, or starting the healing and recovery journey, you'll find practical and thoughtful guidance.Addiction in the Family is:Family-focused—Get advice that addresses the dynamics and challenges of dealing with a partner, child, or other family member who is suffering from SUD.Practical and hopeful—Learn how to set boundaries, deal with strong emotions, and find addiction treatment options, as well as the best ways to communicate with a loved one compassionately and honestly.Filled with real-life examples—Realize that you aren't alone thanks to composite anecdotes—drawn from Dr. Louise's practice—that help you contextualize your experiences.Addiction in the Family will help you discover a measured and considerate way to approach a family member suffering from SUD.
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Biography, Family and relationships, Parenting
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Caring for yourself and your relationship with your mom who has BPD.Growing up with a mom who has Borderline Personality…
Disorder (BPD) is difficult—but it's still possible to have a functioning adult relationship with her. When Your Mother Has Borderline Personality Disorder provides you with crucial information for understanding the patterns behind her Borderline Personality Disorder, as well as the tools you need to start your own recovery process.Find ways to reconcile your complicated thoughts and feelings with straightforward and easy-to-use techniques. You'll also discover a number of sample dialogues that give you blueprints for safe and secure interactions in a variety of situations.When Your Mother Has Borderline Personality Disorder includes:You, your mother, and Borderline Personality Disorder—Learn why your mother behaves the way she does and how to maintain a relationship with her—without getting hurt.The help you need—Start healing with essential self-care strategies that will help you rebuild your self-esteem, cope with anxiety, protect your family, and more.Research-based tools—Get proven advice based on the most up-to-date approaches for managing a relationship with someone who has Borderline Personality Disorder.Get the help you need moving forward with the compassionate guidance of When Your Mother Has Borderline Personality Disorder.
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Biography, General non-fiction, Disabilities
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Learn how to thrive with dyslexia as an adultNo matter when you're diagnosed, living with dyslexia can be a challenge—but…
it can also make you a unique and creative thinker. The Dyslexia Guide for Adults helps you boost your confidence with advice for embracing your greatest strengths. With these proven strategies and exercises, you'll learn to understand yourself better as you navigate social situations, the workplace, and beyond.Dyslexia in adulthood—Find out how dyslexia looks different in adults than in children and the impact it can have on your life as you get older.Proven strategies—Learn evidence-based techniques for coping with dyslexia and identifying what you need to succeed in any environment.You're not alone—Discover stories from other adults with dyslexia and see how they've used these strategies in their own lives to find greater self-confidence.Take control of your dyslexia with guidance for improving literacy and executive function in adults.
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United States history, Social issues, Family and relationships, Law and crime, Biography
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The success of the marriage equality movement stunned even its advocates. The transformation from "outlaws to in-laws" was one of…
the swiftest turnarounds in U.S. civil rights history. As recently at 2006, our state law did not prohibit job discrimination against gays and lesbians, and our state Supreme Court banned same-sex marriage. Bruised but not beaten, LBGTQ+ advocates tried a brick-by-brick approach. They got domestic partnerships passed in three phases, capped by an "everything but marriage" law. Marriage equality landed on Washington's November ballot in 2012. Devastating votes against same-sex marriage in other states - 31 losses without a win - informed a new strategy. It would shift debate from the head to the heart. Adult. Unrated
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Biography, Food and drink, Travel and geography, Essays, Adventure and exploration, Travelogues
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Andrew Zimmern has a well-earned reputation for traveling far and wide to seek out and sample anything and everything that"s…
consumed as food globally. He celebrates the undiscovered destinations and weird wonders in our increasingly globalized world. Adult. Some strong language
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Arts and entertainment, Biography
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"A groundbreaking look at the life and art of one of the most influential and modern painters of the late…
nineteenth century and founder of the Impressionist movement. Drawing on thousands of never-before translated letters and unpublished sources, this new biography reveals dramatic new information about the life and work of one of the late 19th century's most important painters. Despite being mocked at the beginning of his career, and living hand to mouth, Monet risked all to pursue his vision, and his early work along the banks of the Seine in the 1860s-70s would come to be revered as Impressionism. In the following decades, he emerged as a celebrated leader of the new painting in one of the most exciting cultural moments in Paris, before withdrawing to his house and garden to paint the late Water Lilies, which were ignored during his lifetime and would later would have a major influence on all 20th century painters both figurative and abstract. This is the first time we see the turbulent life of this volatile and voracious man who was as obsessed by his love affairs as he was by nature. He changed his art three times when the women at the center of his life changed with a nod to the behavior of such painters as Picasso. His closest friend was Prime Minister Georges Clemenceau but Proust as well as Zola, Renoir, Pissarro and Manet were also a part of his life. Brilliant and absorbing, this biography will forever change our understanding of Monet's life and work"-- Provided by publisher
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Biography, Arts and entertainment, Frontier and pioneer life, Fine arts biography, Women biography
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Presents, in brief text and illustrations, the life of the painter who drew much of her inspiration from nature For preschool to grade 2
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United States history, Biography
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Everyone knows of Borden milk and ice cream, but Gail Borden, the company founder, was more than a dairyman. He…
was an inventor (unsuccessful for the most part) and he played an active role in early Texas history. This is his story. For grades 4-7
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Biography, Animals and wildlife, Journals and memoirs, Customs and cultures, Family and relationships
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Biography, United States history, Journals and memoirs, Social issues, Literature biography
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A funny and insightful coming-of-age memoir that traces the author's childhood and adolescent challenges fitting into American society in rural…
Pennsylvania after his family fled Saigon in 1975. Some descriptions of sex. Some violence. Strong language
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Biography, United States history, Frontier and pioneer life, Archaeology, Women biography, Customs and cultures
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Marjorie Lambert's life story is intricately involved in the development of archaeology and institutional building in the American Southwest. She…
became a professional archaeologist and museum curator and was successful at both when relatively few women were able to enter either of these professions. Adult