A stunning coming-of-age novel set against the backdrop of the English Civil War, as one extraordinarily loyal and headstrong girl battles to save the people she loves In 1640 London 15-year-old Henrietta Challoner dreams of adventure, of a life lived at the gallop, of the opportunities afforded to her brothers, Ned and Sam. She cannot know how devastatingly real these dreams will become, as the country slides towards vicious civil war. The crisis threatens to tear Henrietta's family apart. As religious and political tensions spill into the streets, they all must decide what comes first—their family, their country, or their desires. But while she strives to maintain the peace at home, Henrietta becomes embroiled in a deeper plot: to hand London over to the King.
Author Antonia Albany offers her personal experiences of aging well through gratitude, spirituality, having fun, and making the most of every situation. She also gently touches on challenging topics like imperfection, letting go and death. Describing her journey with aging, Albany shares her discoveries and revelations about how to make our senior years more rewarding and enjoyable.
Numerous seniors lose interest in cooking as they age, however legitimate sustenance and remaining hydrated are imperative for sound maturing. We accept that food ought to be something to be appreciated at whatever stage in life which is the reason we have made a few plans to assist you with making solid and nutritious dinners. Regardless of whether you're searching for some cooking motivation for yourself or your cherished one, these plans should give you some motivation. This cookbook is here to direct you. For one thing, in the cookbook, you will figure out how not to share your old-timers with sheep in wolf's clothing like Marla and Fran. On the great side, something else you would learn in the cookbook is how to get ready sound and similarly delightful for yourself as well as your old folks!!!
London, 1640. Fifteen-year-old Henrietta Challoner dreams of adventure, of a life lived at the gallop, of the opportunities afforded to her brothers, Ned and Sam. She cannot know how devastatingly real these dreams will become, as the country slides towards vicious civil war... The crisis threatens to tear Henrietta's family apart. As religious and political tensions spill into the streets, they all must decide what comes first - their family, their country or their desires. But while she strives to maintain the peace at home, Henrietta becomes embroiled in a deeper plot: to hand London over to the King.
This book explores the linguistic and cultural identities of Sicilians in Australia, through conversations gathered within the family, survey data and interviews. The study is placed in the context of the family migrant experience and the shifting attitudes towards immigrant languages in Australia.
Golden Grace reminds us that our later years may be some of the best years of our lives. It doesn't take a lot of money or other possessions to enjoy your senior-dom to the fullest. Antonia presents with a most gentle yet powerful voice ways to make the most of your senior years. The simple message of Golden Grace is about having an attitude and actions supportive of that attitude that bring forth the joy and fulfillment of our elder years.
1943. It is Christmas. All around the world, children write diaries to somehow cope with the unbelievable experiences they are send through during wartimes and turmoil. The slightly older sister of Antonia Katharina`s mother is 9 years old when she describes the events of one single night through her childish eyes. A destiny that leaves deep impressions on ones soul and won`t leave anyone untouched. A wonderful reminder of the peaceful times we are allowed to live in today.
The book seems to take on a foreign Hallmark twist as it winds through various joys and difficulties of one young immigrant teenager from Europe, but never quite attains the warm-fuzzy ending of a Hallmark that the reader will come to understand is part of the “misery” of Antonia’s life. The golden thread of faith and hope that weaves through the book is the age old promise that God is still in control - if you let Him! As Antonia, your goal in life is to hold fast through the ups and downs, hang on to each win or learn from each loss, and find your unwavering faith!
Nanda Gray, the daughter of a Catholic convert, is nine when she is sent to the Convent of Five Wounds. Quick-witted, resilient and eager to please, she accepts this closed world where, with all the enthusiasm of the outsider, her desires and passions become only those the school permits. Her only deviation from total obedience is the passionate friendships she makes. Convent life is perfectly captured - the smell of beeswax and incense; the petty cruelties of the nuns; the eccentricities of Nanda's school friends.
A Jemima Shore mystery. When a nun is found dead in a ruined tower at Blessed Eleanor's Convent, the glamorous Jemima, renowned television reporter, is called in by Reverend Mother Ancilla to investigate. Blessed Eleanor was Jemima's own convent school, and the dead nun was heiress to a fortune.
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