Foreword by Daniel O'Donnell Known as 'the Girl from Donegal', Bridie Gallagher was Ireland's first truly international pop star. Over a fifty-year career she sang at sell-out concerts from small halls across Ireland to leading venues such as the London Palladium, Royal Albert Hall, the Lincoln Centre in New York and the Sydney Opera House. She brought glamour to show business in Ireland, and gave new life to forgotten Irish ballads. Her rise to fame began in the mid-1950s and was marked by enormous crowds wherever she appeared, as she won the hearts of legions of fans loyal ever since. But as well as phenomenal success, her life was marked by tragedy and loss. This biography by her son, Jim Livingstone, draws upon Bridie's own handwritten memoir, interviews with friends, fans and colleagues, and Jim's own personal insights, having worked closely with her as manager and musical director for twenty-five years. This is the story of a young, beautiful and talented girl from humble beginnings in Donegal who established a career in show business that was to endure for half a century.
Examines the feelings and emotions involved in common disputes and rivalries with helpful advice for managing conflict and coping with challenging teen issues, such as bullying or the spreading of malicious rumors.
Are your readers fighting with parents or a friend? This guide uses real-life examples and quotations to illustrate the causes of conflict and its biological and emotional effects. This book also provides research-based information on finding healthy ways to resolve the issue. Effective communication is the key. Readers take a quiz to discover their communication style, and take the first steps to improve how they deal with conflict so they can begin to mend their relationships.
Fifty years of church teaching on education. Written by Jim Gallagher SDB who has been involved in the development of catechesis and education for all of those fifty years. In this book he describes the ideals that have guided his work in education and celebrates the arrival of Pope Francis as a pope who is also a teacher.
May 14, 1944: a young Italian woman sits on a hillside overlooking the city of Trent and watches her home being destroyed by wartime bombing. Inside her begins to stir a vision that would produce an international movement dedicated to religious unity, peace and devotion. Today, the Focolare Movement, begun by this determined woman, Chiara Lubich, has grown to number more than 4 million supporters. It is the largest world-wide Christian movement. Sometimes controversial, often inspiring, the Focolare has more than 150,000 committed members, among them "consecrated" single people living in residential communities. "An informative and readable book. Gallagher tells the story of how this remarkable movement began and grew, but he does it without casting any of the principal characters too deeply in plaster or painting any of their opponents too darkly. What appears instead is an account, a sort of history with sharply drawn characters, of one way God is working in the world." New Covenant "Author Jim Gallagher does an excellent job of not just presenting the facts about Lubich and the [Focolare] movement, but telling the story of each." Catholic Heritage "Her ability to cross rivers of discord and move easily among all people has made Lubich one of the most important women in the Roman Catholic Church." Religious News Service
Chronicles the history of the Vikings and their explorations and conquests in Europe and North America between the eighth and thirteenth centuries, focusing on such Vikings as Leif Eriksson, Erik the Red, and Oleg the Wise.
Comings & Goings": The countdown to the milestone 175th issue kicks off in royal style. In recent battles, Sonic and the Freedom Fighters have suffered some devastating losses. but how can they possibly withstand much more? As the King lies at death's door, Sonic, Knuckles and Tails go to the farthest reaches of the universe on a mission to save the day. Can anyone prepare them for the surprises they find there? Not to mention the new threat of diabolical tyrant Robotnik and the mysterious Shadow joining forces! Will evil rule the day, or will this new alliance simply pit Shadow and Eggman at each other's throats?!
Discusses the causes of the 2003 Iraq war, explaining the origins of Iraq, the reasons for its 1990 invasion of Kuwait, the 1991 Gulf War and subsequent U.N. efforts to disarm Iraq, and the U.S. desire to remove Saddam Hussein from power"--Provided by publisher.
Mogul Rising": Life's been good for Sonic and is friends, but as any longtime reader of this series knows, that can't possibly last for long! That's because the once super-powerful villain Mammoth Mogul is threatening to revive the Fearsome Foursome... from behind bars! Just how can he accomplish that... and how will his plan put Sonic’s closest friends in the greatest danger? It's a fistful of mystery and shocking revelations as only Sonic can deliver!
Hate crimes against Hispanics have risen sharply in recent years. These attacks are occurring at a time of heightened bias and intolerance, fueled by political rhetoric. Hispanic in America examines what bias looks like, how widespread it is, how it affects real people, and efforts to address it.
In his first few seasons, quarterback Patrick Mahomes has taken the NFL by storm, electrifying fans with no-look passes and an amazing ability to win games. The young superstar has won the league's Most Valuable Player award and led the Kansas City Chiefs to two Super Bowls. Mahomes is a leader off the field as well, being involved in social justice efforts and charitable causes.
Twelve heroes from Greek mythology, each representing a sign of the zodiac, band together to seek revenge against the gods who have wronged them. To learn more go to www.dodeka12.com
The United States has long been a leading haven for refugees from all over the world, but times have changed. Although the need is as great as ever, the number of people who are granted asylum or refugee status has fallen. America has begun closing its doors to many of the world's needy, who wait in distant refugee camps or border facilities for the chance of a new life. Rancorous policy debates have done little to settle the issues that lie at the center of this topic.
Tells the story of the Beatles, describing how the group began, their phenomenal success and influence, the breakup of the group, and their separate musical careers.
Provides a biography of the English sea captain who sailed around the world, made major discoveries along the Pacific Coast, and played an important role in the wars between England and Spain.
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