The fascinating, revealing, and in-depth memoir of Richard Williams, a self-made businessman, tennis coach and father to two of the greatest athletes of all time- Serena and Venus Williams.
The gripping story of Richard Williams, the father who raised and trained two of the greatest women in sports, Venus and Serena. He achieved greatness in spite of hardship and disadvantages to become a successful businessman, family man and tennis coach"--
A tragic age and a tragic character, both seemingly compelled to destroy themselves...a chilling reminder of how little control we have over our fates' Damon Hill 'One of the greatest motor racing stories' Nick Mason 'Timely, vivid and enthralling … it’s unputdownable’ Miranda Seymour, author of The Bugatti Queen Dick Seaman was the archetypal dashing motorsport hero of the 1930s, the first Englishman to win a race for Mercedes-Benz and the last Grand Prix driver to die at the wheel before the outbreak of the Second World War. Award-winning author Richard Williams reveals the remarkable but now forgotten story of a driver whose battles against the leading figures of motor racing's golden age inspired the post-war generation of British champions. The son of wealthy parents, educated at Rugby and Cambridge, Seaman grew up in a privileged world of house parties, jazz and fast cars. But motor racing was no mere hobby: it became such an obsession that he dropped out of university to pursue his ambitions, squeezing money out of his parents to buy better cars. When he was offered a contract with the world-beating, state-sponsored Mercedes team in 1937, he signed up despite the growing political tensions between Britain and Germany. A year later, he celebrated victory in the German Grand Prix with the beautiful 18-year-old daughter of the founder of BMW. Their wedding that summer would force a split with his family, a costly rift that had not been closed six months later when he crashed in the rain while leading at Spa, dying with his divided loyalties seemingly unresolved. He was just 26 years old. A Race with Love and Death is a gripping tale of speed, romance and tragedy. Set in an era of rising tensions, where the urge to live each moment to the full never seemed more important, it is a richly evocative story that grips from first to last.
A romantic mystery where Sally Thomas thinks her life is just where she wants it to be. It's then that her life is turned upside down, and she is going to only then find out where her true help comes from. Little did she know that DJ and Maggie would not only help her find her way back to the path of God's love but they will help her face her greatest trial. From there DJ and Maggie will go to live with her brother Bill who has turned his back on everything that has to do with the church or religion. It is while they are at Bill's house that DJ and Maggie are going to face their greatest test as guardians. Will they be able to reach Bill as they did Sally, save him from the plot of a very evil and unprincipled woman, help him find the true love of his heart. Plus, help keep another woman out of jail while saving her marriage. Never had two guardians faced such a test and the question will be are they going to be able to do all they find themselves face with. Will they find the strength of God's grace to help them fulfill their mission and be the guardians Bill needs in his life?
When he was a child, Jerry Richard Williams’ mother spent hours reading illustrated fairy tales to him and his twin sister. While his mother didn’t believe in fairy tales, she did believe in miracles from Jesus. She also enjoyed stories about Prince Charming and falling in love. So did her little boy. In Fairy Tale, Williams shares his life story, a kind of fairy tale about a career in the theater as a set and costume designer while looking for Prince Charming. He narrates what it was like growing up gay in the heart of America’s conservative Bible belt of the 1950s. A charming, nostalgic reflection on surviving, Williams chronicles life events in his blue collar, post-war, reality. At every turn, he encounters a host of fairy godmothers and engages with legendary stars such as Merv Griffin, Myrna Loy, Esther Williams, and others. This memoir tells the magical tale of Williams’ upbringing, schooling, career, looking for love, and overcoming challenges to manage a life well lived.
Set against a backdrop of breathtaking natural beauty, Brazil’s striking modernist architecture has long garnered international acclaim. But these well-known works are not fully reflective of the built environment of Brazil, and with this volume, Richard Williams unearths the rich architectural heritage of Brazil. Spanning from 1945 through today, the book examines Brazilian architecture beyond the works of renowned architects such as Oscar Niemeyer and the “Carioca” architects of Rio de Janeiro. Williams investigates issues such as the use of historic architecture, the importance of leisure and luxury, the role of the favela as a backdrop and inspiration for development, and the rapid growth of cities. From the designated world heritage site of Brasilia—a capital city that was planned from the ground up—to the installation work of artists such as Hélio Oiticica, Brazil delves into the origins and far-reaching influence of Brazil’s architectural modernism. At a moment when Latin America is of increasing importance in global business and culture, Brazilwill be an essential read for all scholars of architecture and Latin American history.
The Letter S is a collection of verse about loss and how we choose to cope--or not cope--with it: How do we respond when someone tries to make off with our personal and political freedoms? How do we react when someone is dying? How do we deal with the difficult people in our lives, especially when their mere presence cuts into our happiness? What Pyrrhic choices are we expected to make when confronted by loss?
TEN is a collection of parables, fables, and fantasies about loss and isolation, many set against a backdrop of fundamentalist regimes, interplanetary travel, natural and personal disasters, and terrorist atrocities. These are stories about individuals facing defining moments in their lives, characters who deal with many issues, including their religious beliefs, their sexuality, and their family relationships.
How the Dinosaurs Devoured the Humans, a collection of poems and dramatic monologues, presents a variety of Narrators who are dealing with their personal lives and the world around them. In each of the four sections of the book, the reader is challenged to explore his or her attitudes about politics, religion, self-identity, and love.
Jubilant at the outbreak of the Civil War and destitute in its aftermath, Lexington, Virginia, ultimately rose from the ashes to rebuild in the shadow of the conflict's legacy. It is the final resting place of two famous Confederate generals, Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson, and the home of two of the South's most important war-era colleges, Washington College and the Virginia Military Institute. Author Richard G. Williams presents the trials and triumphs of Lexington during the war, including harrowing narratives of Union general Hunter's raid through the town, Lee's struggle between Union and state allegiances and Jackson's rise from professor to feared battlefield tactician.
Roses For A Queen is a book filled with romantic poetry,it is also filled with the heart and soul of a man who is not afraid of his emotions nor to express them.
A cache of Venezuelan gold bullion is hijacked en route to safe-keeping in a bank vault, deep in the Swiss countryside; the heist orchestrated by the elusive Mr Bonjour, an international man of mystery and villain.
This book "offers you the information you need to take charge of your relationships, both in the office and in all other spheres of life. Using a fable that illustrates what can happen when feedback is denied, the book presents proven methods for communicating more effectively with others. By learning the basics of good feedback, from how and when to provide it to more complex factors and strategies, you'll discover how you can use feedback to encourage initiative, responsibility, loyalty and trust." - back cover.
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