![]() ![]() The London of the Nineties, of Whistler and the Pre-Raphaelites, Lillie Langtry and the Prince of Wales, is evoked alongside Paris of the "belle époque" and the Greece, Italy and North Africa of Wilde's travels. The saga of his 1882 American tour is recounted with a wealth of new details also his later impact on the bastions of the French literary establishment. Foxing on page edges, spine ends lightly sunned, spine cocked, very good in a near fine. He presents Wilde's Irish background, the actresses to whom he paid court, his unfortunate wife and lovers, his clothes, coiffures, and the decor of his rooms. ![]() ![]() The author depicts Wilde's comet-like ascent on the Victorian scene and his equally dramatic sudden eclipse. More astute and forbearing, yet more fallible than legend has allowed, Wilde is given here the dimensions of a modern hero. In this long-awaited biography, Wilde the legendary Victorian-brilliant writer and conversationalist, reckless flouter of social and sexual conventions-is brought to life. ![]()
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![]() ![]() You can see the suffering in his eyes! I first read the book and didn't like it much but after seeing the film I'll reread it. ![]() I love his voice (especially when he says "What can I do? Give me some occupation, Miss Dashwood, or I shall run mad.), love his intonation and how he cares for Marianne so tenderly and patiently even though she turns her back on him. I've seen him only as professor Snape in the first Harry Potter film, so I can't compare very much but I would say he is a great actor. My favourite, however, was definitely Colonel Brandon! I think Alan Rickman was just perfect for that role. I loved the scenes at the beginning where he made friends with Margaret Dashwood and played with her. Yes, maybe his age didn't match Emma Thompson's exactly but I think he acted wonderfully. I can't agree with some of the comments that Hugh Grant wasn't proper for Edward Ferrars. ![]() P&P stays my favourite but S&S is very close. After seeing Pride and Prejudice with Colin Firth I wouldn't expect myself to like another JA adaptation so much, but I confess I did. ![]() ![]() ![]() Hitler: The Terminal Biography by D. Harlan Wilson Mother of a Machine Gun by Michael J Seidlingerĭouglass: The Lost Biography by D. Harlan Wilsonįreud: The Penultimate Biography by D. Harlan Wilson The Fun We’ve Had by Michael J Seidlinger Terence, Mephisto, and Viscera Eyes by Chris Kelso Leprechaun in the Hood: The Musical: A Novel by Adam Cesare, Shane McKenzie, and Cameron PierceĬaptain K and the Bearded Man Boy by P.A. Douglas The Last Horror Novel in the History of the World by Brian Allen Carr The Fairy Princess of Trains by Christopher Boyle NOTE TO AUTHORS AND PUBLISHERS: Please do not solicit or campaign for votes.īoot Boys of the Wolf Reich by David Agranoff ![]() Please send your 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place votes in the Novel and Collection categories to the subject line “Wonderland Book Award Preliminary Ballot.” Preliminary voting ends July 31st. Wonderland Book Award Preliminary Voting Begins Now Voting for the Wonderland Book Award preliminary ballot begins now for the Best Bizarro Novel and Best Bizarro Collection of 2014. ![]() ![]() ![]() Many are threatened by a woman who leads, and Joan draws wrath and suspicion from all corners, even as her first taste of fame and glory leave her vulnerable to her own powerful ambition. ![]() This deeply researched novel is a sweeping narrative of her life, from a childhood steeped in both joy and violence to her meteoric rise to fame at the head of the French army, where she navigates both the perils of the battlefield and the equally treacherous politics of the royal court. ![]() Chen's hands, the myth and legend of Joan of Arc is transformed into a flesh-and-blood young woman: reckless, steel-willed, and brilliant. From this chaos emerges a teenage girl who will turn the tide of battle and lead the French to victory, an unlikely hero whose name will echo across the centuries. France is mired in a losing war against England. Saint? A stunning secular reimagining of the epic life of Joan of Arc, in the bold tradition of Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hallġ412. Chen € 23.99 If not in stock, the expected delivery time to our store for this item will be 2-3 working days. Joan: The stunning new feminist reimagining of Joan of Arc Katherine J. ![]() ![]() ![]() Some of these cat books for kids are touch-and-feel books, others have pull outs or flaps to lift, and others are just board books.
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So take that to your roots and pray on it" (236) "I demanded the attention of the blossoming golden barrel next to me. "Catholics don't believe in reincarnation, but when Antonia had spoken to me last week at the Poet's Boulder, for that moment I believed the Blessed Virgin must have been reincarnated in Antonia Marie's smile" (108) Some quotes that i wrote down in my notebook because i liked them: ![]() ![]() ![]() ‘Should I read …?’, ‘What’s that book?’ posts, sales links, piracy, plagiarism, low quality book lists, unmarked spoilers (instructions for spoiler tags are in the sidebar), sensationalist headlines, novelty accounts, low effort content. Promotional posts, comments & flairs, media-only posts, personalized recommendation requests incl. Please use a civil tone and assume good faith when entering a conversation. ![]() All posts must be directly book related, informative, and discussion focused. If you're looking for help with a personal book recommendation, consult our Suggested Reading page or ask in: /r/suggestmeabook Quick Rules:ĭo not post shallow content. It is our intent and purpose to foster and encourage in-depth discussion about all things related to books, authors, genres or publishing in a safe, supportive environment. Subreddit Rules - Message the mods - Related Subs AMA Info The FAQ The Wiki Join in the Weekly "What Are You Reading?" Thread!.Check out the Weekly Recommendation Thread. ![]() ![]() However, as long as this does not result in a loss of order, they must complete the game on their own. When things get rough, the kids are often tempted to ask for their parents’ return. In the midst of their torment, the children find a moral in the story’s confrontation with terror. Facing Your Fears: A Children’s Book That Teaches A Valuable Lesson ![]() When Judy arrives in the Golden City, she shouts out its name: JUMANJI. Judy’s room is a mess after a group of Monkeys are magically invited to a party in the kitchen. This film’s plot revolves around siblings Peter and Judy as they play Jumanji in front of their guests, Mr. ![]() If they land their token on a square, they will receive any dangers they encounter on the game board, causing them to appear in the house right away. Jumanji, a jungle adventure game, is found at the bottom of the jungle. ![]() While their parents are away, Judy and Peter go to bed. Children realize that the dangers from the squares they land on come to life when they first begin playing the game. It’s about two children named Peter and Judy who play a board game while alone at home. Chris Van Allsburg’s Jumanji is a 1981 children’s picture book. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The women discuss the upcoming Junior League Benefit, and Miss Hilly tells the women present, Elizabeth, Skeeter, and Hilly's mother, Miss Walter, about the Home Help Sanitation Initiative, a bill that requires a separate bathroom for blacks in every white house. When the story opens it is the fourth Wednesday of the month, bridge club day, and Aibileen straightens the house, manages Baby Girl, serves the women, and overhears their conversation. Treelore fell from a loading dock and was crushed under a tractor trailer. Aibileen's own son, Treelore, was killed months before she began working at the Leefolt residence. Aibileen is caring for the plump two-year-old Mae Mobley Leefolt whom she affectionately calls Baby Girl. The story begins in August 1962 in the kitchen of Elizabeth Leefolt. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The phone rings and you avoid answering it. 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