Written by a Brit who has lived in Poland for more than twenty years, this book challenges some accepted thinking in the West about Poland and about the rise of Law and Justice (PiS) as the ruling party in 2015. It is a remarkable account of the Polish post-1989 transition and contemporary politics, combining personal views and experience with careful fact and material collections. The result is a vivid description of the events and scrupulous explanations of the political processes, and all this with an interesting twist – a perspective of a foreigner and insider at the same time. Settled in the position of participant observer, Jo Harper combines the methods of macro and micro analysis with CDA, critical discourse analysis. He presents and interprets the constituent elements and issues of contemporary Poland: the main political forces, the Church, the media, issues of gender, the Russian connection, the much-disputed judicial reform and many others. A special feature of the book is the detailed examination of the coverage of the Poland’s latest two elections, one in 2019 (parliamentary) and the other in 2020 (presidential) in the British media, an insightful and witty specimen of comparative cultural and political analysis.
Seth Turner is a soldier without a battle. He's lost his left hand under the knife of Dr. Harper Douglas—and now he feels broken. Being secreted in a safe house with the gorgeous doc only adds to his pain. He wants to bury himself in her softness and experience love again. He's a man with a mission…. Living under the radar has Harper on edge. But she's also affected by the sexy Delta Force hero in her care. Why not indulge in a little sexual fling and forget her own loneliness? Seth has almost forgiven her for destroying his life. But will he forgive her for breaking his heart&3133;when she leaves?
Bigfoot Wallace was a famous Texas Ranger who took part in many of the military conflicts of the Republic of Texas and the United States in the 1840s, including the Mexican-American War. Standing six feet tall and weighing in at roughly 240 pounds, his physique made him an intimidating man, and his unusually large feet won him the nickname "Big Foot." Jo Harper has written extensively about Texas history and the legends that made it and provides this historical fiction for the younger reader.
An inspiring story of the first American female athlete to win three gold medals at a single Olympic Games shares her triumphs over childhood illnesses to become a high school basketball player. A Childhood Of Famous Americans title.
Young Whistling Willie doesn't look like much of a cowboy. He's smiley and jolly, not tough and lean. Just the same, he always wanted to be a Texas Ranger. Too bad they're not interested in having him--until they find out that his powerful whistle can blow even the meanest ice-cream rustlers into a hole!"--
Because Mae Dean misinterprets her father's actions while journeying to their new home on the Texas prairie, she begins to feel that he doesn't care for her anymore.
It's often said that in the dating process many of us send our "representatives" to the date. Often times it takes time for our "authentic self" to appear. I was one who thought I'd be married forever. However, I quickly learned that the meaning and expectations of marriage, and all it includes, must truly be understood by both parties. Hopefully, these poems of raw emotions from insecurity, and immaturity to security and maturity will help you understand my Romance to Reality.
Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: A SOLDIER'S DARE (A Fortunes of Texas: The Wedding Gift novel) by Jo McNally When Jack Radcliffe dares Belle Fortune to kiss him at the Hotel Fortune’s Valentine’s Ball, he thinks he’s just having fun. She’s interested in someone else. But from the moment their lips touch, the ex-military man is in trouble. The woman he shouldn’t want challenges him to confront his painful past—and face his future head-on… STARLIGHT AND THE SINGLE DAD (A Welcome to Starlight novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Michelle Major Relocating to the Cascade Mountains is the first step in Tessa Reynolds’s plan to reinvent herself. Former military pilot Carson Campbell sees the bold and beautiful redhead only wreaking havoc with his own plan to be the father his young daughter needs. As her feelings for Carson deepen, Tessa finally knows who she wants to be—the woman who walks off with Carson's heart… THE FIVE-DAY REUNION (A Once Upon a Wedding novel) by Mona Shroff Law student Anita Virani hasn’t seen her ex-husband since the divorce. Now she’s agreed to pretend she’s still married to Nikhil until his sister’s wedding celebrations are over—because her former mother-in-law neglected to tell her family of their split! For more relatable stories of love and family, look for Harlequin Special Edition February 2021 – Box Set 2 of 2
She's paid the price for giving her ex a false alibi, and now she's moved to a seaside village to escape her past--but more than her lie follows her there in this chilling and twisty psychological thriller from the author of the acclaimed The Exes' Revenge. One day, a woman turns up in a remote coastal village. She's bought a crumbling, long-vacant cottage and calls herself Charlie Miller. Charlie keeps to herself, reluctant to integrate with the locals. If they ever find out who she really is, and what she's done, she'll lose what little she has left. Charlie served two years in prison for providing a false alibi for a murderer. It was the mistake of a woman in love, a woman who couldn't believe her boyfriend was guilty--or lying to her. All she desperately wants now is a fresh start. As Charlie slowly lets down her guard and becomes friendly with her neighbors, she can't shake the feeling that someone is watching her, someone who knows what she did. When one of her new friends suddenly disappears, Charlie's worst fears are confirmed. She must confront her past head-on, but as she knows all too well, everything is far more dangerous than how it appears.
Love Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. This box set includes: AN UNLIKELY AMISH INHERITANCE by Jo Ann Brown When her Amish grandmother passes away, Englisch police officer Jenna Shetler returns to her family’s farm on Maryland’s eastern shore to carry out her grandmother’s unusual last request. A series of letters with specific instructions forces her to seek help from Amish bachelor Abe Bontranger—and confront her teenage heartbreak. Working together brings them closer than they’ve been in years, but with Jenna’s commitment to the police force and Abe’s plans for his Amish life, is a second chance possible for the two of them? HER LOYAL COMPANION (A K-9 Companions novel) by Heidi Main Training service dogs is Autumn McCaw’s passion. She won’t let anything jeopardize her business’s chance of success, including her former love Wyatt Nelson. But with a looming deadline to prove herself capable, she has no choice but to hire the one man who hurt her years ago. Relying on the single dad is tough—especially since he has trust issues of his own. But can Autumn and Wyatt overcome their past to save her business…and open their hearts to love? HIDDEN SECRETS BETWEEN THEM (A Hope Crossing novel) by Mindy Obenhaus In Hope Crossing, Texas, nurse practitioner Kirsten Reynolds has found her dream job. The only problem is that the tiny town also has Deputy Brady James…the father of her four-year-old sons. And he doesn’t know the boys are his. But as he steps into this new role he never planned for, Brady gets a hopeful glimpse into a life with children. Will he let the fear of the unknown keep him from a future he never imagined…or will an adorable pair of twins—and their mother—change his mind? For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired September 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
This book is a concise social history of teaching from the colonial period to the present. By revealing the words of teachers themselves, it brings their stories to life. Synthesizing decades of research on teaching, it places important topics such as discipline in the classroom, technology, and cultural diversity within historical perspective.
“You said you’re not scared. Prove it.” When Jack Radcliffe dares Belle Fortune to kiss him at the Hotel Fortune’s Valentine’s Ball, he thinks he’s just having fun. She’s a pampered Southern princess newly moved to Texas, and she’s interested in someone else. In other words, she’s “safe.” From the moment their lips touch, however, the former military man is in trouble. The woman he shouldn’t want challenges him to confront his painful past—and face his future head-on… From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. The Fortunes of Texas: The Wedding Gift Book 1: Their New Year's Beginning by Michelle Major Book 2: A Soldier's Dare by Jo McNally Book 3: Anyone But a Fortune by Judy Duarte Book 4: Cinderella Next Door by Nancy Robards Thompson
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