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The Elsie Drake Letters (aged 104)

By: Robert Popper,Elsie Drake

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The Elsie Drake Letters (aged 104)

By: Robert Popper,Elsie Drake

Friday Night Dinner and Timewaster Letters creator Robert Popper's new book of brilliantly funny letters, from Britain's oldest letter writer. 'Ridiculous, hilarious and sweet' GREG DAVIES 'One of Britain's great comedy minds is at it again' AISLING BEA 'I laughed till I cried' DAISY MAY COOPER' 'I howled with laughter' MATT LUCAS At 104 years of age, Mrs Elsie Drake of Granville Gardens, London, is the sixth oldest woman in Britain. But fed up with sitting in her armchair all day, Elsie is ready for new adventures. And so, armed with a computer she can barely operate, she fires off dozens of letters to everyone from the Prime Minister to Greggs Bakeries, to see if they can help. Whether offering her services as the new Arsenal football mascot dressed as a giant hare, or simply sending Sainsbury's a load of meat, no one can escape the clutches of Elsie Drake. Gloriously funny and ridiculously silly, The Elsie Drake Letters is also a testament to the wonderful kindness and good humour of the British public. Just wait till you read the replies... 'Hilarious and heartwarming - this book is a growth hormone for happiness' RICHARD AYOADE 'When Robert Popper dies, he should leave his brain to scientists so that they can work out how someone could have written a book so funny.' KATY WIX 'Spending time in the company of Elsie Drake is an achingly funny way to restore your faith in humanity' SIMON PEGG

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305

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John Murray

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1399817892

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9781399817899

Hearing Haneke

The Sound Tracks of a Radical Auteur

By: Elsie M. Walker

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Hearing Haneke

The Sound Tracks of a Radical Auteur

By: Elsie M. Walker

Michael Haneke's films subject us to extreme experiences of disturbance, desperation, grief, and violence. They are unsoftened by music, punctuated by accosting noises, shaped by painful silences, and charged with aggressive dialogue. The sound tracks are even more traumatic to hear than his stories are to see, but they also offer us the transformative possibilities of reawakened sonic awareness. Haneke's use of sound redefines cinema in ways that can help us re-hear everything-including our own voices, and everything around us-better. Though Haneke's films make exceptional demands on us, he is among the most celebrated of living auteurs: he is two-time receipt of the Palme D'Or at Cannes Film Festival (for The White Ribbon (2009) and Amour (2012)), and Academy Award winner of Best Foreign Language Film (for Amour), along with numerous other awards. The radical confrontationality of his cinema makes him an internationally controversial, as well as revered, subject. Hearing Haneke is the first book-length study of the sound tracks that define this living legacy. This book explores the haunting, subversive, and political significance of all aural elements through Haneke's major feature films (dialogue, sound effects, silences, and music), all of which are meticulously conducted by him. Many critics read Haneke as coolly dispassionate about showing scenes of humanity under threat, but Hearing Haneke argues that all facets of his sound tracks stress humane understanding and the importance of compassion. This book provides exceptionally detailed analyses of all Haneke's most celebrated films: including The Seventh Continent, Funny Games, Code Unknown, The Piano Teacher, Cach , The White Ribbon, and Amour. The writing brings together film theory, musicology, history, and cultural studies in ways that resonate broadly. Hearing Haneke will matter to anyone who cares about the power of art to inspire progressive change.

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233

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Oxford University Press

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0190495901

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9780190495909

The Elsie Drake Letters (aged 104)

By: Robert Popper,Elsie Drake

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By: Robert Popper,Elsie Drake

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Dualed

By: Elsie Chapman

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Dualed

By: Elsie Chapman

The Hunger Games meets Matched in this high-concept thriller where citizens must prove their worth by defeating the other version of themselves—their twin. Two of you exist. Only one will survive. West Grayer is ready. She's trained for years to confront her Alternate, a twin raised by another family. Survival means a good job, marriage—life. But then a tragic misstep leaves West questioning: Is she the best version of herself, the version worthy of a future? If she is to have any chance of winning, she must stop running not only from herself, but also from love . . . though both have the power to destroy her. Fast-paced and unpredictable, Elsie Chapman's suspenseful YA debut weaves unexpected romance into a chilling, unforgettable world. Praise for Dualed: "A gripping, thought-provoking thriller that keeps your heart racing and your palms sweaty. . . . The kind of book Katniss Everdeen and Jason Bourne would devour." —Andrew Fukuda, author of the Hunt series "Full of unexpected turns. . . . Fans of the Divergent trilogy will want to read this imaginative tale." —VOYA "A fast ride from first to final pages, Dualed combines action and heart." —Mindy McGinnis, author of Not a Drop to Drink "Intense and swift, Dualed grabbed me by the throat and kept me turning pages all the way to the end. Romance and action fans alike will love it." —Elana Johnson, author of the Possession series "Stylish, frenetic, and violent, . . . the textual equivalent of a Quentin Tarantino movie."—Publishers Weekly "A double dose of intensity and danger in this riveting tale of survival, heartache, and love."—Kasie West, author of Pivot Point "This thought-provoking survival-of-the-fittest story will leave you breathless for more." —Ellen Oh, author of Prophecy "Clever suspense—here, stalking is a two-way street." —Kirkus Reviews

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322

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Ember

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0307931552

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9780307931559

Adventures of a Midwife

Finding Joy on the Journey

By: Elsie Maier Wilson

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Adventures of a Midwife

Finding Joy on the Journey

By: Elsie Maier Wilson

An insightful, honest memoir by a remarkable woman. --Alycin Hayes, Author of Amazon Hitchhiker An extraordinary book by a person of deep faith and courage. --Kenneth D. Wald, Author of forthcoming Ghosts on the Wall Adventures of a Midwife chronicles the journey of a woman with a goal, determined to excel in spite of life's challenges. We cheer for her every stage of her lifelong sojourn. --Leo Hines, Writers Alliance of Gainesville Adventures of a Midwife: Finding Joy on the Journey relates the challenges Elsie Wilson had in becoming a nurse-midwife in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky and the rainforests of Congo, Africa. This memoir describes her struggles in surviving abuse, cancer, depression, and fire. Her commitment to missions, which started at age thirteen, grew when she won a nursing scholarship and cared for her dying mother. The doubt and uncertainty that she could be used by God was dispelled as He took her on a journey only He could design, ending in joy. She never imagined she would be driving up creek beds in a Jeep, crossing over swinging bridges, or examining a pregnant woman with a snake hanging over her head. Delivering babies in shacks with newspapers on the walls and depending on God in life-threatening circumstances developed an inner joy despite these difficulties. God's faithfulness and grace provided the strength to survive the trauma she experienced and led her to become a spiritual midwife.

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304

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Covenant Books, Inc.

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ISBN 13

9798888510391

Culturally Diverse Counseling

Theory and Practice

By: Elsie Jones-Smith

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Culturally Diverse Counseling

Theory and Practice

By: Elsie Jones-Smith

Culturally Diverse Counseling: Theory and Practice by Elsie Jones-Smith adopts a unique strengths-based approach in teaching students to focus on the positive attributes of individual clients and incorporate those strengths, along with other essential cultural considerations, into their diagnosis and treatment. With an emphasis on strengths as recommended in the 2017 multicultural guidelines set forth by the American Psychological Association (APA), this comprehensive text includes considerations for clinical practice with twelve groups, including older adults, immigrants and refugees, clients with disabilities, and multiracial clients. Each chapter includes practical guidelines for counselors, including opportunities for students to identify and curb their own implicit and explicit biases. A final chapter on social class, social justice, intersectionality, and privilege reminds readers of the various factors they must consider when working with clients of all backgrounds.

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673

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SAGE Publications

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1483388255

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9781483388250

Astrological Signs

Facts, Trivia, and Quizzes

By: Elsie Olson

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Astrological Signs

Facts, Trivia, and Quizzes

By: Elsie Olson

See what your sign is and what it says about you.

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Lerner Publications

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1512434159

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9781512434156

Early Identification and Intervention of Suicide Risk in Chinese Young Adults

By: Elsie Ong

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Early Identification and Intervention of Suicide Risk in Chinese Young Adults

By: Elsie Ong

This book presents a concise introduction to the contemporary research and practice of suicide prevention, and it addresses the cognitive and neurological aspects of suicide. With the inclusion of extensive thought-provoking material, this book is of great value to clinicians, researchers, educators, students, and anyone who are broadly interested in suicide assessments and interventions. The authors' overview of different theories of suicide is also particularly useful for anyone aiming to understand and appropriately respond to the suicidal behavior of individuals, in particular, young adults and students. The erudite authors' analysis of the research topics within suicide makes this book valuable to educators, students, and researchers who care about prevention and protection from suicide. As the book addresses common issues in treating individuals at risk of suicide, this represents an essential resource for anyone working with this high-risk population. Since this substantive and authoritative book shows for the first time how innovative tools such as neuroimaging tools and mobile apps can be used in suicide intervention, this book is a useful resource for all those interested in keeping up-to-date with recent research and practice in suicide.

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174

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Springer Nature

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9811676410

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9789811676413

North American Indian Life

Customs and Traditions of 23 Tribes

By: Elsie Worthington Clews Parsons

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North American Indian Life

Customs and Traditions of 23 Tribes

By: Elsie Worthington Clews Parsons

Beskrivelse fra 1922 af dagligt liv og traditioner blandt 23 nordamerikanske indianerstammer

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484

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Courier Corporation

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0486273776

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9780486273778

Hungry Hearts

13 Tales of Food & Love

By: Elsie Chapman,Caroline Tung Richmond,Sandhya Menon,S. K. Ali,Rin Chupeco,Anna-Marie McLemore,Rebecca Roanhorse,Sara Farizan,Jay Coles,Adi Alsaid,Sangu Mandanna,Phoebe North,Karuna Riazi

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Hungry Hearts

13 Tales of Food & Love

By: Elsie Chapman,Caroline Tung Richmond,Sandhya Menon,S. K. Ali,Rin Chupeco,Anna-Marie McLemore,Rebecca Roanhorse,Sara Farizan,Jay Coles,Adi Alsaid,Sangu Mandanna,Phoebe North,Karuna Riazi

“A briliant multicultual collection that reminds readers that stories about food are rarely just about the food alone.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A stunning collection of short stories about the intersection of family, culture, and food in the lives in teens, from bestselling and critically acclaimed authors, including Sandhya Menon, Anna-Marie McLemore, and Rin Chupeco. A shy teenager attempts to express how she really feels through the pastries she makes at her family’s pasteleria. A tourist from Montenegro desperately seeks a magic soup dumpling that can cure his fear of death. An aspiring chef realizes that butter and soul are the key ingredients to win a cooking competition that could win him the money to save his mother’s life. Welcome to Hungry Hearts Row, where the answers to most of life’s hard questions are kneaded, rolled, baked. Where a typical greeting is, “Have you had anything to eat?” Where magic and food and love are sometimes one in the same. Told in interconnected short stories, Hungry Hearts explores the many meanings food can take on beyond mere nourishment. It can symbolize love and despair, family and culture, belonging and home.

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368

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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

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1534421858

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9781534421851

Book's by Elsie Drake

The Elsie Drake Letters (aged 104)

The Elsie Drake Letters (aged 104)

Hearing Haneke

Hearing Haneke

The Elsie Drake Letters (aged 104)

The Elsie Drake Letters (aged 104)

Dualed

Dualed

Adventures of a Midwife

Adventures of a Midwife

Culturally Diverse Counseling

Culturally Diverse Counseling

Astrological Signs

Astrological Signs

Early Identification and Intervention of Suicide Risk in Chinese Young Adults

Early Identification and Intervention of Suicide Risk in Chinese Young Adults

North American Indian Life

North American Indian Life

Hungry Hearts

Hungry Hearts

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