Reflections in Poems of Times gone bye and in subjects that are often Forgotten Our Author sets Grips on Welshness of his Lilt in Expressions of Times gone away growing up on the Edge of the Rhonda valleys and Coal Miners Life in Wales.
In his dedication to Leeds United, Gary Edwards has no rivals. He has seen every Leeds game since 17 January 1968, home and away. League, Cup and Europe. And pre-season friendlies.* Hell, he even watches the reserves in his spare time. Following Leeds, he's been there, done that and designed the T-shirt. Although a painter and decorator-cum-signwriter-cum-cartoonist, he's never taken a break from his life as a full-time football fan. He's made a name for himself covering over red paint with white for free. He's visited every country in Europe and flown all over the rest of the world to watch Leeds play. If Leeds organised a five-a-side on the moon, he'd be on the first shuttle flight there. Travelling the world to watch hundreds of players run around acres of grass, he's also found time to drink gallons of ale, see oceans of flesh and protect hundreds of animals. He's saved lobsters in Barcelona, clay pigeons in Worksop, frogs in Kuala Lumpur and worms - yes, worms - in Yorkshire. He's been shot at in Greece, run over in Denmark, frightened the king in Sweden and had a beer with an elephant in Bangkok. All this and still found the time to never miss a match or another chance to rid the world of the evil that is red in all its forms. Behind him are almost four decades of Leeds, lunacy, laughter and white paint.
He made you cry with laughter with Paint It White, now the celebrated Leeds-supporting, cartoon-drawing, painting-and-decorating eccentric Gary Edwards is back. It turns out that his first book was only an undercoat and now the story of his crazy life following Leeds needs a second coat. No wonder: Edwards, you see, has seen every Leeds game - competitive and friendly anywhere in the world - since 17 January 1968*. During those 37 years, he's been there, done that and bought the T-shirt. So, after subtle prompts from his travelling companions, he's back with more tales that simply would not fit into the first volume. There's barely a pub in the land he can step into without some well-meaning soul coming up to him and demanding, 'Loved the book, Gary! When are you going to do another - with me in it?' So here it is - another fabulously entertaining collection of travelling tales and friends remembered. Eventually. In this follow-up instalment of high gloss and drama, Edwards recounts how he befriended a real-life Leeds-supporting Dalek, convinced Rolf Harris that the earth was flat, was accosted by firemen while trying to paint a fire engine white, appeared on the sides of buses with his face painted in Leeds colours and received letters from the Queen and the Prime Minister after he complained about David Beckham getting an OBE! Leeds United: The Second Coat is another hilarious account of the scrapes, adventures and moments of comedy that a life's passion for Leeds United has brought Gary Edwards. *OK, he missed one but he still has the match ticket, and only a strike by Spanish air traffic control stopped him getting to a one-off friendly in Toronto.
A true story of intrigue, mystery, blackmail and skulduggery, which tells how one man was able to bring down an English Football League club. In 1919, Leeds City player Charlie Copeland returned from active service and made a request for a pay rise, which the club steadfastly refused. During the war, guest players for League clubs were supposed to have gone unpaid for their services, though in general this FA law was overlooked as a nod to the war effort. Copeland, however, issued the club with an ultimatum: either meet his wage demand or answer to the FA for making illegal payments. When Copeland carried out his threat and City proved reluctant to produce their books for FA inspection, a complex web of deceit and hypocrisy ensued. Subsequently, Leeds City were disbanded and expelled from the Football League, the only club before or since to receive such harsh punishment. However, out of the ashes of this fallen institution emerged another, brand new club - Leeds United.
Kenneth Cable was born into poverty in 1935 during the dust storms of Oklahoma. There are many lessons to be learned from his mentors while growing up in Oklahoma and Kansas. While still a student at Manhattan Christian College, he became the minister of Glenn Park Christian Church in 1955 where he served until 1972. He took the church from a handful of people to over a thousand members. Kenneth married Phyliss Jean Alexander in 1956, who became his "partner in ministry" for the next fifty-plus years. Kenneth, as always, contributed his success in ministry to his partnership with Phyliss. Kenneth has always been attracted to great challenges. He left Glenn Park and accepted the position of vice president of Christian Missionary Fellowship in Indianapolis. The organization was on the brink of collapse, and Kenneth rejuvenated their mission and raised the support for their continued operation. Today, CMF is a thriving and well-funded missionary-sending organization. His next challenge, he accepted the position of vice president of Friends University in Wichita, Kansas, even though he was told they would probably have to close due to the lack of finances. In less than a year, Kenneth raised the funds to eliminate their debt and underwrite their future. All three of these positions were used by God to prepare him for his greatest challenge, to be the President of Manhattan Christian College. The reader will be blessed by reading about Kenneth's faith and perseverance, and especially the Miracle Campaign that saved Manhattan Christian College from foreclosure. Manhattan is where Kenneth continued his very successful service until his retirement. His life will cause the reader to think about their own legacy.
Between 1964 and 1992, Leeds United won eleven fabulous trophies, but the team were runners-up just as often. They missed out on many more titles and cups, not least club football's greatest prize, the European Cup, in 1975. In No Glossing Over It, lifelong Leeds United fan Gary Edwards reveals why the club has dramatically lost out on victory in many of these competitions and how it has been the victim of a pattern of serial abuse by the footballing authorities - most recently seen in the unprecedented 15-point sanction meted out at the start of the 2007-08 season. Featuring the views of former Leeds players and managers, as well as top-flight referees and diehard fans, No Glossing Over It examines the injustices that have befallen Leeds United and sheds new light on the shocking events that have long rankled with the club's supporters.
Jonathan Edwards continues to capture the interest of many as one of America's greatest theologians. However, the very thought of reading the works of such an intellectual giant can be intimidating. In this book, W. Gary Crampton renders a clear and concise introduction to the thought of Jonathan Edwards in an enjoyable conversational format. By posing questions and crafting answers from selected quotations, Crampton provides a comfortable atmosphere for surveying the life and thought of Edwards. This dialogue makes an excellent resource for those looking for a brief and accessible guide on Edwards. ""The Christian faith, by its very nature and all-encompassing design, generates numerous questions. For example, Does God love everyone? If so, in what way does He love the believer differently than the unbeliever? If God decrees all things, does that render meaningless the warnings of Scripture? How does a sinner come to a saving knowledge of God through Jesus Christ? What should we advise weak believers who are seeking full assurance of faith? What does profession of faith in the church entail? What is the essence of heaven and of hell? In this book, Dr. Crampton allows us to sit at the feet of America's greatest theologian, Jonathan Edwards, to hear his answers to these and hundreds more of life's most important theological questions. A Conversation with Jonathan Edwards is a delight to read, and will benefit both the beginning and advanced reader of Edwards."" Table of Contents: 1.Introduction 2. Edwards the Man 3. Edwards on Knowledge 4. Edwards on Scripture 5. Edwards on God 6. Edwards on Angels 7. Edwards on Man 8. Edwards on Soteriology 9. Edwards on the Church 10. Edwards on the Family 11. Edwards on Eschatology 12. Edwards on Heaven and Hell Bibliography
This little collection of fifty two poems by Gary Edwards manages to capture and lay bare a whole range of thoughts and emotions of the sort that define the human spirit, from youth through advancing years: The joy, the sorrows, hopes and fears that make us what we are. The youthful search for an identity and self worth--a journey through "long blind alleys" and "noisy smoke filled rooms . . . peering deeply into strange dark corners" searching for lost innocence. A growing awareness of the passage of time, the changing of the seasons and the fleeting moments of youth. And an appreciation of the subtle beauties of nature ("Netherworldly mist / Softly shrouds the lifeless trees / Ghostlike shades of gray"). The beauty of the restless ocean, and a recognition that though they may lack a deeper meaning ("waves are only waves"), their beauty is enough. Finally, laced throughout these poems is an awareness, an acceptance, that all is not forever. That there will be an end: That I could plumb the depths of its beauty- The shrouded wood Or understand what makes it so inviting. But for me it is enough To watch it from afar And know that it has always been there, And will remain when I am gone.
This story is for all ages to enjoy. The faithfulness, courage and perseverance of The Little Red Bird shows that much can be achieved if one believes. The Little Red travels far and wide in order to complete his mission of spreading his word to all who would listen.
Contemporary research on the lives and experiences of women of color tends to neglect the influence of women’s perceived access to voice as they manage tensions related to race, class, and gender. Underserved Women of Color, Voice, and Resistance: Claiming a Seat at the Table contributes to current dialogues that construct Black Feminist Theory as active, critical engagement within dominant American institutions that oppress women of color in their daily lives. Women of color face unique social challenges that exist at the intersections of race, gender, class, and sexual orientation. While some challenges are common to women of color, others reflect the distinct journey each woman makes as she negotiates her identity within her family, professional circle, social and romantic relationships, and community. The editors have constructed a rich collection of voices in this work exploring the politics of women of color across various social contexts.
This is a memoir of Gary A. Edwards' life growing up in North Idaho from birth through two years at The University of Idaho as he struggles to overcome life's obstacles including a dysfunctional family, homelessness, poverty, father's alcoholism, a single mother raising three children while searching for meaning in life.
This tale of Harlem takes place at a time when witches and mystical beings of all kinds, exist and rule in its underworld. In the midst of this, Johnny, a street character, finds and falls for a dancer named Marsha, much to the displeasure of her aunt the Evil Witch of 152nd Street. The two begin to meet secretly until the witch finds out and forbids it. He becomes dispirited and is drawn into the underworld where he is captured by a malevolent being. Marsha discovers where he is being held and rescues him. He confronts the witch and makes a bargain that requires him to capture the Great Skunk Fish. He manages to trap the fish but the capture exacts a toll. The witch reneges and Johnny looses Marsha again, blinded by a spell. He encounters a wizard who unlocks the spell and sends him into battle against the witch.
The 1988 David W. Carter High School football team captured the attention of America on and off the field. It was the ultimate story of triumph and controversy as the Cowboys steamrolled to the Texas 5A Championship. They were featured in the book and movie Friday Nights Lights. They were coached by the legendary Freddie James and set a national record with 18 players signing college letters of intent. Suddenly, things took a turn for the worse. Several players landed in prison for a series of armed robberies and left a proud community forever tarnished. Gary Edwards, a star cornerback and tailback, was the center of it all including the famous grade contoversy.
Here is a technique intensive textbook of shoulder arthroplasty detailing how to handle all relevant aspects of shoulder replacement surgery. Distinguished shoulder surgeons Gary M. Gartsman—author of the well-received Shoulder Arthroscopy—and T. Bradley Edwards provide step-by-step details for each category of shoulder arthroplasty, covering indications and contraindications, pre-operative planning and imaging, results and complications, and more. Copious color intraoperative photographs and illustrations make this book one that all shoulder surgeons need to have at hand! Presents the personal techniques of two master surgeons to give you the benefit of an authoritative approach to challenging surgeries as well as a consistent tone throughout the book. Covers pre-operative planning and surgical techniques in meticulous detail, including Glenoid Component, Reduction/Deltoid Tensioning, Humeral Surface Replacement, and Biological Glenoid Resurfacing. Emphasizes results, complications, and the important topic of post-operative orthosis and rehabilitation to provide a timely focus on outcomes, a rapidly growing trend in orthopaedic surgery. Features intraoperative photographs accompanied by line drawings for added clarification of the procedures. Organizes material in a consistent, structured format for easier use of the text as a technical reference.
The crazy fiction story of two guys retired who take on the British Establishment for Pensioners Rights with Flooding of the Houses of Parliment and searching the reasons why for over seventy years those poor pensioners had not been paid the increase in State pension the Civil service blocked at every turn over 520000 Men and women discriminated against and told where to live, Justice was about to be explained to those fat cats only 62 voted for the increase while the Rest did not show up this angers A&G to the point where the Creation of a new Political Party of Senior Pensioners who retired SAS and lawyers find loopholes and Battle plan to take on the Mighty Blighty those Blighters of pension Stealing Crews of 412000 Civil service Runts who get paid enormous sums keeping the poorest at bay enter the Fray A&G who own the NASA company of Thailand Billionaires not the kind you like to meet when you get close Giant brutes who Break rules! So Join today no more Income Tax you will ever Pay no education fees until that Degree or give up trying where Prisinors Pay for Jails and Much Much More your Tropical Paradise and Heating free for Your Homes The Winds of Change Blew through the House Pity about the Smell and Mess never mind it teaches somehow to be Kind
For decades, the Louisiana political scene has been a source of interest and intrigue for scholars and casual observers alike. In recent years, the state’s political, economic, and environmental challenges have drawn sustained attention from regional and national media. Observers have typically focused on Louisiana’s distinctive political culture, including jungle primaries, colorful candidates, and tolerance for scandal. However, recent shifts have eroded the state’s unique political character, aligning it with national political trends of partisan realignment, political polarization, and outside influence in state and local elections. The Party Is Over brings together top scholars, journalists, and policy analysts to investigate these recent shifts in institutions, politics, and policy and situate them in the context of national politics. Both accessible and thorough, the volume offers an informed and reliable foundation for those new to Louisiana’s political culture and for long-time observers seeking new insights into recent developments. Contributors recognize the challenges posed by the new politics and point toward opportunities to leverage the state’s cultural and economic strengths to build a better Louisiana.
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