Theo is ugly. The girls whispered voice returned in the darkness, and sang the chant, Theo is ugly. Theo is ugly. Theo Martins sister waited for his reaction from the backseat of the family car. Eight-year-old Theo turned away. He looked at his faint reflection in the car window. Am I ugly? he wondered. Suddenly, there was a truck. There was a scream, an impact, bending metal, shattered glass, a tree, and blood. Moments after the crash, Theo found himself caught between two worlds. It was clear to him he was not heaven-bound with his family, but instead, returning as the sole survivor. However, when he returned, he brought a secret back with him. And like a hand in a poker game he would sometimes play, it was best for him to keep his secret from others, especially when he witnessed their cruelty and their capacity for destruction. But Theo of all people should have known not to be fooled by appearances. Everyone has secrets. There was even a secret in the mud of a local pond that if discovered, would unravel many other surprises. So, when a drought ravages the landscape of the northeast town of Copper Valley, it means the best chance for that secret to be revealed. Receding water alone will not be enough. It will remain at the bottom of a murky pond unless Theo Martin, Copper Valleys angriest recluse, forgives old sins. A soaking rain is coming from the west. Theo cant wait forever.
Whether working with watercolours, pen and ink or pencil, John Ward is equally at home sketching a bustling continental street scene, catching in watercolour the light of a landscape or executing officially-commissioned portraits for the Royal Family. Architecture, still life, flower and figure subjects - all are well represented in his portfolio.
Originally written for the private use of my sons in case I did not return, this narrative of events connected with the expedition to Siberia must of necessity lack many of the necessary elements which go to make a history. I wrote of things as they occurred, and recorded the reasons and motives which prompted the participants. Many things have happened since which seem to show that we were not always right in our estimate of the forces at work around us. Things are not always what they seem, and this is probably more evident in the domain of Russian affairs than in any other. It would have been comparatively easy to alter the text and square it with the results, but that would have destroyed the main value of the story."" This book is part of the World War One Centenary series; creating, collating and reprinting new and old works of poetry, fiction, autobiography and analysis. The series forms a commemorative tribute to mark the passing of one of the world's bloodiest wars, offering new perspectives on this tragic yet fascinating period of human history. Each publication also includes brand new introductory essays and a timeline to help the reader place the work in its historical context.
This book was written for the understanding of anyone with a desire to understand. It is designed with you in mind. These poems were written for people that have dreams but somehow are hindered from fulfilling them. I am here to tell you that your dreams can become a reality if you decide to let them. It has been my dream to let others enjoy my thoughts. Anyone who has ever loved and lost love will relate to this book. My thoughts are all originate from things that have occurred in my life. This book was written not only to test your intellectual ability but also for your own personal enjoyment. Some poems here are very easy to understand; however, others require a little thought. Whichever you encounter, I hope that you enjoy them. If for some reason you feel a need to share with your friends, you should give them their own personal copy of My Thoughts for Love and Life. May God forever Bless You.
Give me one good reason to go on living?" Charlie shouted to Heaven. Twenty-three-year-old Charlie Bannon was a directionless, unemployed writer failing at life. His hope was fading. In the midst of his despair he saw a vision of a girl he somehow knew. He found the extraordinary life he was searching for in her, only to discover she was not who he expected. He found there was an answer to his prayer. It all made sense in the end. He found "One Good Reason" to go on!
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