When old friend Arnold Chater Q.C. sends retired Norwegian Judge Christofferson a yellowing manuscript with the mysterious initials G.B. on the first page, the latter starts a quest to seek the truth about British composer Sir Edward Elgar’s secret muse in his masterpiece, the Enigma Variations, and whether he fathered an illegitimate child. Fascinated with riddles and puzzles, the composer was in the habit of leaving a series of codes denoting the inspiration for his timeless compositions. But in the Enigma Variations, Elgar forsook his usual practice of inserting initials to honour his muse, explicitly refusing to name his great love by using a mysterious ellipsis. Cheekily, he gives a clue about his inspiration in the violin concerto with the words, ‘Here is enshrined the soul of ...’ Chris Nicholson’s seminal musical thriller weaves an amazing tale with enigmas piled on riddles. He flagrantly delights in leading readers on a breathless chase of the women who were extraordinarily important in Elgar’s life. At the same time, he also unmasks Elgar as a man who hid himself and his intimate affairs behind a mask of respectability. Nicholson is merciless in the details of Elgar’s life, loves and music, deciphering all the clues and delivering the final judgment as only he can. Chris Nicholson is a retired judge and author of seven books.
From sea to shining sea, the national parks preserve some of the country's most unique wilderness areas. As such, they are a gift to nature photographers everywhere. In the pages of Photographing National Parks, Chris Nicholson delves into what all the parks offer to the photographer, and how to best research and prepare for a trip to explore the artistic opportunities within. Learn how to travel safely and photograph in the various environments found in the park system, including desert, alpine, forest and coastline. Discover where to find valuable information about iconic and secret photo locations, how to stay powered up in the outdoors, and ideas for ancillary gear that will make a photo project more efficient and productive.
The storm raged on throughout the night. Nora could not sleep but dozed on and off during the bleak hours. At times there were loud creaks and groans followed by a bang severe enough to shake the house as the ice proved too heavy for some tree branches and they fell to the ground. Nora prayed that they were missing her house and the buildings where the lavender and farm equipment were stored. After a devastating personal tragedy, Nora reconciles herself to a life alone with her dogs and focuses on making a success of the beautiful lavender farm she has been putting her heart and soul into for years. But when she discovers two strangers have been living rough in her fields, Nora has to take a look at the larger world again... and what she sees is chilling. As Nora slowly begins to open her heart anew, she faces an unexpected setback so severe that it threatens to ruin the farm where she finds her solace. But now that she’s become open to a new kind of life, she finds fresh perspectives that will not only serve her farm but do a tremendous amount of good for others as well. With beautiful settings, appealing characters, and a heart-lifting, positive perspective, The Oasis highlights the power of friendship and caring for others while illustrating the beautiful truth that gifts will always come to the giver.
Children and Adolescents in Trauma presents a variety of creative approaches to working with young people in residential children's homes, secure or psychiatric units, and special schools. The contributors describe a wide range of approaches, including art therapy and literature, and how creative methods are applied in cases of abuse, trauma, violence, self-harm and identity development. They discuss the impact of abuse and mistreatment upon the mental health of 'looked after' children, drawing links between psychoanalytic theory and practice and the study of literature and the arts. This indispensable book provides useful insights and a fresh perspective for anyone working with traumatised children and adolescents, including social workers, psychotherapists, arts therapists, psychiatrists, counsellors, psychologists and students in these fields.
The Joshua Model describes a picture for the workings of the innermost part of the human being that we call the heart. As part of this it describes what processes happen as an individual meets their God through Christ and therefore provides a framework for understanding Christian salvation. Unusually, the Joshua model is not derived, as one might expect, from the New Testament but from the life of Joshua recorded in the Old Testament as he led the tribe of Israel into their place of rest; 'the Promised Land'. The 'Joshua Model' thus outlines a simple framework for understanding the Faith from its internal experience to its outworking in the surrounding society. It should therefore prove useful to both those just starting their faith-walk with Christ as well as those further on in that journey, ministers and counsellors included. Also given here within the Joshua model is the 'Jericho Model', a framework for dealing with spiritual 'strongholds'; areas of behaviour in Christian's lives where 'God's best' is not yet seen. Written by a former natural scientist and geologist, the book brings some surprising insights into the geography and geology of the Promised Land that point to an amazing level of divine design. In tying history, geography and an understanding of human nature together, a level of unity and coherency is ultimately revealed that is unforced and simply 'there' in scripture right under the nose of the reader. The book should therefore encourage faith in Christ.
Are you a fan of Nicki Minaj? Do you enjoy her music? Are you one of the thousands who have bought her albums and helped to turn Nicki into one of the most popular singers currently in the charts? If you are interested in Nicki and would like to find out more about her, The Nicki Minaj Quiz Book will tell you everything you need to know? In what year did Nicki sign to Young Money Entertainment? What does the Chinese tattoo on Nicki's left arm translate to in English? How many artists featured on Nicki's debut album? The answers to these questions and more are all in this book. With 100 fun and informative facts about Nicki, including many personal details, you are certain to learn something new about the quirky performer and her rapid rise to fame. This book will appeal to Nicki Minaj fans of all ages, so whether you are nine or ninety this book is a great way to gen up on your favourite artist.
Tennis writer and photographer Chris Nicholson brings you a book detailing techniques for making great tennis photos. The pages of Photographing Tennis offer a breakdown of everything the photographer needs to know before heading to court: How to choose the right gear, how to choose positions to shoot from, strategies for composing photos, techniques for timing, how to capture the ball and freeze motion, and more.
Jack Nicholson On Screen takes a look at the career of one of the most loved and iconic movie stars of all time. In a series of articles, the book goes through Jack's entire career, starting with his B movie beginnings, through the breakthrough of Easy Rider and beyond. Other pieces include an interview with filmmaker Henry Jaglom, a friend of Jack's who has worked with him on numerous films, essays on The Passenger (1975), One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), The Shining (1980), his two films with Sean Penn as director (The Crossing Guard and The Pledge), plus much more. The book also investigates Jack as charismatic leading man, the pitfalls of having a strong persona, and some of his most overlooked films, such as The King of Marvin Gardens (1971) and others. Unlike other Jack Nicholson biographies out there, this book assesses the man through his work alone, creating a portrait of one our most contradictory and entertaining screen performers.
The lies that society teaches are the number one cause for unhappiness. From "I must be perfect" to "My spouse should meet all my needs", Dr. Thurman takes a look at the lies that make people miserable and the truths that can set them free.
Pearl Harbor Honor Flight: One Last Goodbye, is a beautiful color softcover book. Filled with pictures, this premium color edition was created to honor military veterans of the Greatest Generation for their courage and personal sacrifice during the attack on United States military forces at Pearl Harbor, HI, on 7 December 1941. Master photographers Billie and Robert Nicholson have assembled a photographic journey of six Honor Flight veterans from Pensacola, Florida during the week long 70th year commemoration of the attack, the last and final organized annual reunion of Pearl Harbor survivors. One veteran spoke of his desire to return to Pearl Harbor, ..". to say one last goodbye to my friends and comrades who died that day and throughout the war.
Your mission to the world may start with simple things, such as a cup of cold water. But what are some of these simple things and how can you learn to recognize them and act? They may be: A “chance” meeting with a thirsty little girl on a back street in Haiti and God’s plan is received by the author, forever changing his life and that of his family. “And whoever gives one of these little ones even a cup and of cold water because he is a disciple, truly, I say to you, he will by no means lose his reward.” – Matthew 10:42 What “cup of water” is Jesus asking you to deliver? What is your mission in this world? Are you willing to obey? Will you spend your life fishing safely from the dock? Or will you step out of a boat with Jesus and walk across the water in His plan? This short Topical Line Drives volume will encourage you to recognize these opportunities and act, doing good one small thing at a time.
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