Wrights Lane...Come On In is a compilation of short stories, memoirs, thought pieces and musings by veteran writer Dick Wright. In this publication Dick graphically shares some of his personal experiences and exposes himself as an extremely astute, sensitive observer of life. You will be entertained by his "Dream Date", enthralled by the inspirational influence of a "Feather", touched by "One Couples Journey With Cancer" and enjoy the humour in wife Rosanne's use of unusual word twists. The pages are sprinkled with short opinion offerings that are sure to both inspire and stimulate. Written in an easy-to-read format and style that is reflective of the author's down-to-earth personality.
Growing Big in God is an easy-to-read guide for new believers who want to grow spiritually. Everything you need to know about growing big in the faith is laid out in clear and easy-to-understand language and examples. The entire process-from salvation to becoming a trustworthy and productive disciple of Jesus-is thoroughly explained, step-by-step. What's more, along the way, many puzzling questions are answered. You can learn what God does as well as what you are supposed to do. You can discover the things that you are to add to your faith and produce a lifestyle that positively impacts the world around you. Learn how to deal with and overcome trials and temptation, as well as what it means to really become new as God takes control of your heart and changes you from the inside out. This book seeks not only to lead the new believer to a greater understanding of God and His purposes and ways, but also to help more the mature believer become a powerful light in this dark world. Every believer, new or old, can benefit from this book. You can experience spiritual growth and a deeper relationship with God as you come to understand God's plan and purpose and how to live out the fullness of the Christian life.
A day in the life of a small town, Dresden, 100 years ago sets the stage for nostalgic reflections of the 1940s and 50s by native son author Dick Wright. In Dresden Life Remembered, Dick calls on his keen memory and homespun writing style to to paint a picture of what he terms his "growing up years." A fascinating collection of stories and photographs, the pages overflow with names from the past. A must read for anyone interested in hometowns, particularly those from Dresden and Kent County in Southwestern Ontario.
Richard Wright’s dramatic imagination guided the creation of his masterpieces Native Son and Black Boy and helped shape Wright’s long-overlooked writing for theater and other performative mediums. Drawing on decades of research and interviews with Wright’s family and Wright scholars, Bruce Allen Dick uncovers the theatrical influence on Wright’s oeuvre--from his 1930s boxing journalism to his unpublished one-acts on returning Black GIs in WWII to his unproduced pageant honoring Vladimir Lenin. Wright maintained rewarding associations with playwrights, writers, and actors such as Langston Hughes, Theodore Ward, Paul Robeson, and Lillian Hellman, and took particular inspiration from French literary figures like Jean-Paul Sartre. Dick’s analysis also illuminates Wright’s direct involvement with theater and film, including the performative aspects of his travel writings; the Orson Welles-directed Native Son on Broadway; his acting debut in Native Son’s first film version; and his play “Daddy Goodness,” a satire of religious charlatans like Father Divine, in the 1930s. Bold and original, Thunder on the Stage offers a groundbreaking reinterpretation of a major American writer.
Finally, a systematic, comprehensive, step-by-step guide to ongoing career assessment written in plain English! A distillation of the authors' combined 30 years experience, the workbook specifically addresses key issues of those currently working but wanting to advance their careers as well as those seeking employment, particularly college graduates & those wishing to re-enter the job market. Original exercises help the reader become PROACTIVE in career identification & confirmation. The OVERVIEW DIMENSION addresses master career planning & personal workstyle & its implications. The INDIVIDUAL DIMENSION has the reader profile current & "ideal" jobs & presents a unique approach to skills assessment, integrating strengths & weaknesses with likes & dislikes. The PERSONAL MARKETING DIMENSION covers practical matters of resume & cover letter development, providing numerous examples, good & bad; image development & behavior modification; & interview preparation, strategies to respond to the interviewer's workstyle, & questions the reader must be prepared to answer. Available at $14.95 or with its companion INDIVIDUALIZED computerized workstyle profile which highlights strengths & weaknesses & work situations most suited to that style, at $19.95. Order through John Elson...510 Lake Cook Road...Deerfield, IL 60015...(708) 317-0200.
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