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Grace Crowley’s Contribution to Australian Modernism and Geometric Abstraction

By: Dianne Ottley

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Grace Crowley’s Contribution to Australian Modernism and Geometric Abstraction

By: Dianne Ottley

Grace Crowley has been recognized as a product of European modernism and was one of the leading innovators of geometric abstraction in Australia. Having studied in Paris in the 1920s with one of the leading art teachers, writers and theorists, André Lhote, she returned to Australia having mastered the complex mathematics and geometry of the golden section and dynamic symmetry, that had become a framework for modernism. Through her teaching of these compositional techniques at the most progressive modern art school in Sydney in the 1930s, she became a crucial influence on the group of artists now recognized as the historical forerunners to American colour-field painting introduced to Australia in the 1960s, and Australian abstraction. Through her close friendship with Anne Dangar, who played a critical role in the success of Albert Gleizes’ utopian art colony in rural France, Crowley maintained contact with mainstream European modernism and links to the Abstraction-Creation Group in Paris. During the 1940s and 1950s, Crowley worked with fellow-artist Ralph Balson, and together they developed their own style of geometric abstract art which reflected the spiritual dimensions of Kandinsky and Mondrian. Although undervalued in her own time, the sincerity and uncompromising quality of her work that transcends national boundaries, makes her one of the most important Australian women artists of her generation.

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Cambridge Scholars Publishing

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1443820474

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Killing Secrets

A Nan Vining Mystery

By: Dianne Emley

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Killing Secrets

A Nan Vining Mystery

By: Dianne Emley

For fans of Patricia Cornwell, Tana French, and Lisa Gardner comes a razor-sharp novel of suspense featuring Detective Nan Vining—a single mother whose worlds collide when her teenage daughter stumbles upon a grisly double homicide. When she gets the call, Nan Vining responds as a mother first and a detective second. Her daughter, Emily, has made a gruesome discovery in a secluded section of a Pasadena park: a pretty, popular young teacher from Emily’s high school and a bright yet troubled transfer student—both dead and bloody in a copse of trees. But the crime scene isn’t the only thing that seems off to Detective Vining. There’s also the cocky classmate who was with Emily in the park—the boyfriend she never knew about. What else doesn’t she know about her daughter? As she attempts to channel both her maternal and investigative instincts into one single point of focus, Vining’s superiors at the Pasadena Police Department are moving at lightning speed. Before the evidence has even been processed, the case is closed as a clear-cut murder/suicide: a disturbed teenager murders his teacher, then takes his own life. Vining doesn’t buy it. Now she’s chasing dangerous, powerful people with secrets they would kill for—and taking them down means risking her own flesh and blood. Praise for Killing Secrets “Killing Secrets is diabolically good, a top-notch murder mystery. Nan Vining is a heroine you’ll love.”—Allison Brennan, New York Times bestselling author of Compulsion “A complex, challenging and engaging mystery for Vining to unravel . . . Readers will love tagging along for the ride.”—The Florida Times-Union “A suspenseful thriller . . . that will surprise readers with its stunning conclusion.”—Kings River Life Magazine “I would strongly recommend Killing Secrets to anyone who likes a good mystery/crime novel—especially one with a strong, intelligent female lead character.”—A Book Geek “Five out of five . . . I didn’t want to put it down.”—Bewitched Bookworms “Killing Secrets is my idea of a hard-edged police drama, the kind I love best, and I want more.”—Buried Under Books “From the beginning, I was hooked. . . . Highly recommended for those who enjoy a good thriller!”—Peeking Between the Pages Praise for the novels of Dianne Emley “The Night Visitor grabbed my attention on page one and never let up. It’s a creepy, crafty thrill ride, and I enjoyed every word. I’ll be looking for more of Dianne Emley’s books.”—Karen Robards “Emley masterfully twists, turns, and shocks.”—Tess Gerritsen, on Love Kills

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Alibi

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0804178941

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Tails of Love

By: Lori Foster,Stella Cameron,Sarah McCarty,Donna MacMeans,Dianne Castell

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Tails of Love

By: Lori Foster,Stella Cameron,Sarah McCarty,Donna MacMeans,Dianne Castell

Ten all-new stories that celebrate our animal friends, by bestselling and award-winning authors. From Seeing Eye dogs to the cat who cuddles in your lap, animals are there for us in more ways than we can count. Helping us get through the day with a wag of the tail and a tilt of the head, they let us know that someone is on our side-no matter what. They also have an amazing ability to break down barriers between people; bringing families and loved ones closer, and giving strangers an excuse to strike up a conversation. In Tails of Love, each writer draws from her own unique perspective on our loyal friends--exploring the many mysterious ways they bring love into our lives. Featuring stories from New York Times bestselling authors Lori Foster and Stella Cameron, and Ann Christopher, Kate Angell, Marcia James, Dianne Castell, Donna MacMeans, Sarah McCarty, Patricia Sargeant, and Sue-Ellen Welfonder. A PORTION OF THE PROCEEDS FROM TAILS OF LOVE GOES TO THE ANIMAL ADOPTION FOUNDATION OF OHIO

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Penguin

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1101057351

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The Night Visitor

A Novel

By: Dianne Emley

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The Night Visitor

A Novel

By: Dianne Emley

In bestselling author Dianne Emley’s chilling new paranormal thriller, a beautiful woman’s romantic past comes back to haunt her in the form of an otherworldly visitor seeking justice. Gorgeous and successful, Rory Langtry seemed to have it all. Daughter of a movie star and sister of a supermodel, Rory was engaged to sexy artist, Junior Lara. But her bright future went dark one terrible, bloody night that left her sister dead and the accused murderer—Junior—in an extended coma. Now, five years later, Rory appears to have put the past behind her. She has a wonderful new fiancé and heads a successful cosmetics company. Yet dark secrets threaten. Across town, Junior lies close to death but before he departs he seeks to clear his name. It starts with a feeling. It turns into a vision. Soon Rory is having sensations that only Junior could experience. Then she learns details about the awful night that only Junior could know, newfound knowledge with potentially fatal consequences. When another act of violence rocks her family, Rory plunges deeper into the unsolved mystery, led by an inexplicable visitor to a dangerous time and place where all will be revealed at last. But until then, Junior will not let her go. Praise for Dianne Emley and The Night Visitor “The Night Visitor grabbed my attention on page one and never let up. It’s a creepy, crafty thrill ride, and I enjoyed every word. I’ll be looking for more of Dianne Emley’s books.”—Karen Robards, New York Times bestselling author of Her Last Whisper “A taut, gripping paranormal thriller from page one. You won’t be able to put this book down as Rory—a woman who has everything—fears all she believes is a lie. Excellent!”—Allison Brennan, New York Times bestselling author of Maximum Exposure “Emley masterfully twists, turns, and shocks.”—Tess Gerritsen, New York Times bestelling author of Last to Die, on Love Kills

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Alibi

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0804178933

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9780804178938

Continuations to Sidney's Arcadia, 1607-1867, Volume 4

By: Marea Mitchell,Ann Lange,Dianne Osland

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Continuations to Sidney's Arcadia, 1607-1867, Volume 4

By: Marea Mitchell,Ann Lange,Dianne Osland

Sir Philip Sidney’s Arcadia has held a significant place in literary imagination since its inception over 430 years ago. Our four-volume set presents five re-imaginings of the text, as well as two short supplements that attempt to bridge the gap between Sidney’s original and revised versions of the work.

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Taylor & Francis

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1040248829

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9781040248829

Forty Years in a Day

By: Mona Rodriguez,Dianne Vigorito

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Forty Years in a Day

By: Mona Rodriguez,Dianne Vigorito

What is the connection between an infamous Irish mob boss and an Italian immigrant family? The story begins in Italy, 1900. After years of torment and neglect, Victoria and her four small children immigrate to Hell's Kitchen, New York, to escape her alcoholic, abusive husband. On the day they leave, he tragically dies, but she does not learn of his death for several years-a secret that puts many lives on hold. Quickly, they realize America's streets are not paved with gold, and the limits of human faith and stamina are tested time and time again. Poverty, illness, death, kidnapping, and the reign of organized crime are just some of the crosses they bear. Victoria's eldest son, Vincenzo, is the sole surviving member of the family and shares a gut-wrenching account of their lives with his daughter during a visit to Ellis Island on his ninetieth birthday. Forty Years in a Day is layered with the struggles and successes of each family member and defines the character of an era. Follow the Montanaro family through several decades, and stand in the shoes of a past generation. Learn more at: http: //www.fortyyearsinaday.com/

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388

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Tate Publishing

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1621471381

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9781621471387

Hands-On Problem Solving, Grade 4

A Minds-On Approach

By: Jennifer Lawson,Dianne Soltess,Dayna Quinn-LaFleche

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Hands-On Problem Solving, Grade 4

A Minds-On Approach

By: Jennifer Lawson,Dianne Soltess,Dayna Quinn-LaFleche

Hands-On Problem Solving is an easy-to-use resource that helps teachers plan and implement best practices for teaching problem solving throughout the school year.

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Portage & Main Press

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155379348X

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9781553793489

A Surfer’S Healing Journey

The Beauty Beneath Life and Death

By: Dianne Ellis

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A Surfer’S Healing Journey

The Beauty Beneath Life and Death

By: Dianne Ellis

After a series of tick bites, Dianne Ellis became extremely sick. Months of unsuccessful medical and natural treatment, including a week in hospital, left her struggling to hold onto life, terrified of leaving her girls. Just when she had given up hope one little old lady with a small bag of green, leafy herb changed everything. Dianne credits alfalfa-leaf tea with saving her life. Renewed, she embarked on a journey back to health and hope, releasing the profound emotional trauma deeply entwined within her physical illness. Dianne passionately shares her process for reclaiming her lost joy and vibrancy, which was enhanced by her deep connection with the ocean, including techniques, treatments, wisdom, and knowledge gained from working with a number of incredible healers along her journey. Her storyone of mystery illness, amazing healers, adoption, death, separation, and loss, a beautiful homebirth in the forests of Tasmania, a crazy gunman, astonishing breath sessions, deep love and forgiveness, singing, African drumming and dance, wild surfi ng and horse-riding adventures, and swimming with dolphinsis proof that from the ashes of the old, a new life can blossom.

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BalboaPress

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1452510717

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9781452510712

Rebecca Gratz

Women and Judaism in Antebellum America

By: Dianne Ashton

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Rebecca Gratz

Women and Judaism in Antebellum America

By: Dianne Ashton

This is the first in-depth biography of Rebecca Gratz (1781-1869), the foremost American Jewish woman of the nineteenth century. This is the first in-depth biography of Rebecca Gratz (1781-1869), the foremost American Jewish woman of the nineteenth century. Perhaps the best-known member of the prominent Gratz family of Philadelphia, she was a fervent patriot, a profoundly religious woman, and a widely known activist for poor women. She devoted her life to confronting and resolving the personal challenges she faced as a Jew and as a female member of a prosperous family. In using hundreds of Gratz's own letters in her research, Dianne Ashton reveals Gratz's own blend of Jewish and American values and explores the significance of her work. Informed by her American and Jewish ideas, values, and attitudes, Gratz created and managed a variety of municipal and Jewish institutions for charity and education, including America's first independent Jewish women's charitable society, the first Jewish Sunday school, and the first American Jewish foster home. Through her commitment to establishing charitable resources for women, promoting Judaism in a Christian society, and advancing women's roles in Jewish life, Gratz shaped a Jewish arm of what has been called America's largely Protestant "benevolent empire." Influenced by the religious and political transformations taking place nationally and locally, Gratz matured into a social visionary whose dreams for American Jewish life far surpassed the realities she saw around her. She believed that Judaism was advanced by the founding of the Female Hebrew Benevolent Society and the Hebrew Sunday School because they offered religious education to thousands of children and leadership opportunities to Jewish women. Gratz's organizations worked with an inclusive definition of Jewishness that encompassed all Philadelphia Jews at a time when differences in national origin, worship style, and religious philosophy divided them. Legend has it that Gratz was the prototype for the heroine Rebecca of York in Sir Walter Scott's Ivanhoe, the Jewish woman who refused to wed the Christian hero of the tale out of loyalty to her faith and father. That legend has draped Gratz's life in sentimentality and has blurred our vision of her. Rebecca Gratzis the first book to examine Gratz's life, her legend, and our memory.

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Wayne State University Press

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0814341012

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9780814341018

The Civil War Diary of Emma Mordecai

By: Dianne Ashton,Melissa R. Klapper

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The Civil War Diary of Emma Mordecai

By: Dianne Ashton,Melissa R. Klapper

This book offers a vivid look at the wartime experiences of a Southern Jewish white woman, a slaveholder who was forced to leave her home due to the upheavals of the Civil War but maintained a fierce devotion to her family and to the Confederate values that shaped her world"--

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NYU Press

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1479831905

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9781479831906

Hanukkah in America

A History

By: Dianne Ashton

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Hanukkah in America

A History

By: Dianne Ashton

Explores the ways American Jews have reshaped Hanukkah traditions across the country In New Orleans, Hanukkah means decorating your door with a menorah made of hominy grits. Latkes in Texas are seasoned with cilantro and cayenne pepper. Children in Cincinnati sing Hanukkah songs and eat oranges and ice cream. While each tradition springs from its own unique set of cultural references, what ties them together is that they all celebrate a holiday that is different in America than it is any place else. For the past two hundred years, American Jews have been transforming the ancient holiday of Hanukkah from a simple occasion into something grand. Each year, as they retell its story and enact its customs, they bring their ever-changing perspectives and desires to its celebration. Providing an attractive alternative to the Christian dominated December, rabbis and lay people alike have addressed contemporary hopes by fashioning an authentically Jewish festival that blossomed in their American world. The ways in which Hanukkah was reshaped by American Jews reveals the changing goals and values that emerged among different contingents each December as they confronted the reality of living as a religious minority in the United States. Bringing together clergy and laity, artists and businessmen, teachers, parents, and children, Hanukkah has been a dynamic force for both stability and change in American Jewish life. The holiday’s distinctive transformation from a minor festival to a major occasion that looms large in the American Jewish psyche is a marker of American Jewish life. Drawing on a varied archive of songs, plays, liturgy, sermons, and a range of illustrative material, as well as developing portraits of various communities, congregations, and rabbis, Hanukkah in America reveals how an almost forgotten festival became the most visible of American Jewish holidays.

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1479858951

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Book's by Dianne Ashton

Grace Crowley’s Contribution to Australian Modernism and Geometric Abstraction

Grace Crowley’s Contribution to Australian Modernism and Geometric Abstraction

Killing Secrets

Killing Secrets

Tails of Love

Tails of Love

The Night Visitor

The Night Visitor

Continuations to Sidney's Arcadia, 1607-1867, Volume 4

Continuations to Sidney's Arcadia, 1607-1867, Volume 4

Forty Years in a Day

Forty Years in a Day

Hands-On Problem Solving, Grade 4

Hands-On Problem Solving, Grade 4

A Surfer’S Healing Journey

A Surfer’S Healing Journey

Rebecca Gratz

Rebecca Gratz

The Civil War Diary of Emma Mordecai

The Civil War Diary of Emma Mordecai

Hanukkah in America

Hanukkah in America

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