Mother Of Pearl

Author : Maureen Lee
Publisher : Orion
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2009-07-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781409115229

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Mother Of Pearl by Maureen Lee Pdf

A tragedy tears a family apart - a superb novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of THE LEAVING OF LIVERPOOL. Pretty Amy Curran was just eighteen years old when she met Barney Patterson, the love of her life, on Southport Pier in 1939. Their romantic, passionate marriage was made in heaven - but with the outbreak of war, Barney volunteered to fight, and the couple were separated for five long years. When he returned to Liverpool after VE Day, he wasn't the same person - and neither was Amy. How could things have become so twisted that one day Amy would kill the husband she once so adored? And what happened to their little girl, Pearl, just five years old at the time? In 1971 Amy is released from prison - although her freedom will change the lives of others, not least that of her daughter. But Pearl has her own demons to exorcise in her quest for happiness. And the greatest question she must ask herself is this: can she ever love her mother after what she did?

Author : Mary Morrissy
Publisher : Random House
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2016-01-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781473524866

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Mother Of Pearl by Mary Morrissy Pdf

MOTHER OF PEARL, the first novel by an acclaimed Irish short-story writer, explores the disturbing territory of the divided self. Through the story of the kidnapping of a baby, the notion of personal history as received fiction is examined. The novel asks: what makes a family? Is it mere kinship through blood, or something more profound and intricate? What keeps it together? What tears it apart? The action of the novel is seen through the eyes of a baby's mother, the kidnapper and the child itself. Dramatic, blackly funny and tragically topical, MOTHER OF PEARL is a remarkable achievement.

Author : Denise Patry Leidy
Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art New York
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Lacquer and lacquering
ISBN : STANFORD:36105131607918

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Author : Kellie Coates Gilbert
Publisher : Abingdon Press
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781426761317

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Mother of Pearl by Kellie Coates Gilbert Pdf

Barrie Graeber has two great kids, a loving husband, and a respected job as the high school counselor in her close-knit community. Without warning, everything unravels when her teenage daughter, Pearl, is betrayed by friends and lashes out. Nothing prepares this mother for the helplessness that follows when her attempts to steer her daughter back on course fail and Pearl shuts her out . . . or when she discovers the unthinkable about her nemesis, the football coach. Emotionally riveting and profoundly moving, Mother of Pearl brings us into the heart of a mother bound by an incredible burden, who ultimately finds she must recognize her own vulnerability and learn to trust in something much bigger. "Heart-wrenching yet filled with grace and hope, Kellie Coates Gilbert's Mother of Pearl is beautifully written and a book that needs to be read by everyone with a child or grandchild. Novel Rocket and I give it a high recommendation." Ane Mulligan, Sr. Editor Novel Rocket "A story that could have come from today’s headlines, Mother of Pearl is a compelling, thought-provoking debut. With impeccable prose, Kellie Coates Gilbert kept me turning the pages in this high-stakes story of one mother’s quest for healing and justice." - Carla Stewart, award-winning author of Chasing Lilacs and Stardust "Kellie Coates Gilbert's debut novel kept me turning pages and on the edge of my seat. Wonderful, richly-drawn characters who drew me to their hearts despite their flaws. Mother of Pearl carries a sobering message but it's deftly threaded through a story that is anything but sober. I will eagerly await Gilbert's next offering." -Deborah Raney, author of the Hanover Falls Novels series from Howard/Simon & Schuster "Gilbert’s debut novel is a force to be reckoned with. Mother of Pearl will pluck at the cords of every reader’s heart and refuse to let go until the last page. The story shines a light in the dark places of an issue too often over-looked. There’s a desperate need for awareness regarding this sensitive topic, and Gilbert’s Barrie is a mother who is willing to stand her ground in the face of the fiercest opposition. A heart-twisting tale that readers won’t soon forget."—Elizabeth Goddard, Carol Award winning author of The Camera Never Lies "Kellie Gilbert's debut novel is a beautifully written, moving story about the vastness of a mother's love for her daughter. Highly recommended." Lisa Harris, Christy Award Finalist "A cautionary tale for our times, Mother of Pearl is a compelling journey through loss and longing, grief and redemption, crime and justice. Kellie Coates Gilbert unfolds her story with the sensitivity of a skilled writer." – Lisa Wingate, National bestselling, award-winning author of Dandelion Summer and Blue Moon Bay "From the deepest recesses of her heart, Kellie Coates Gilbert pens her debut novel – Mother of Pearl. It is a story about love, family, tragedy and loss that the author writes with an immeasurable depth of passion and skill. Beautifully and compellingly written, this heartbreaking - yet heartwarming story goes beyond the norm, allowing us to touch the very soul of depression and grief. And to come out the better for it. This story will remain with me for many years to come." - Nancy Jo Jenkins, author of Coldwater Revival "I started and finished Mother of Pearl in one night. There is no better endorsement than simply not being able to put a book down. And I couldn't put down this first time authors debut novel. I was totally engrossed." - Tina Sloan, Author of Changing Shoes, and television star of Guiding Light

Author : Pearl S. Buck
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2023-07-09
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4066339522916

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The mother by Pearl S. Buck Pdf

"The mother" by Pearl S. Buck. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

Author : Angela Savage
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1925760359

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Mother of Pearl by Angela Savage Pdf

Author : Anatole 1844-1924 France,Frederic D. 1918 Chapman
Publisher : Wentworth Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-28
Category : History
ISBN : 137294933X

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MOTHER OF PEARL by Anatole 1844-1924 France,Frederic D. 1918 Chapman Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Edwin William Streeter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1886
Category : Beads
ISBN : UOM:39015018385594

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Pearls and Pearling Life by Edwin William Streeter Pdf

Author : Julthusana Byachrananda,Čhunlathat Phayākharānon
Publisher : River Books Press Dist A C
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Design
ISBN : UOM:39015052289744

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Thai Mother-of-pearl Inlay by Julthusana Byachrananda,Čhunlathat Phayākharānon Pdf

For over 500 years Thai mother-of-pearl inlay has developed a distinctive and beautiful style. Used

Author : Michael Meyer,Dawn Meyer,Patricia Martin
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-28
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 0764345281

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Mother-Of-Pearl Antiques and Collectibles by Michael Meyer,Dawn Meyer,Patricia Martin Pdf

This important book explores the subject of mother-of-pearl production and art, and illustrates the topic with over 5,000 photographs of mother-of-pearl artifacts.--

Author : Pedro Machado,Steve Mullins,Joseph Christensen
Publisher : Ohio University Press
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-01-27
Category : History
ISBN : 9780821446935

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Pearls, People, and Power by Pedro Machado,Steve Mullins,Joseph Christensen Pdf

Pearls, People, and Power is the first book to examine the trade, distribution, production, and consumption of pearls and mother-of-pearl in the global Indian Ocean over more than five centuries. While scholars have long recognized the importance of pearling to the social, cultural, and economic practices of both coastal and inland areas, the overwhelming majority have confined themselves to highly localized or at best regional studies of the pearl trade. By contrast, this book stresses how pearling and the exchange in pearl shell were interconnected processes that brought the ports, islands, and coasts into close relation with one another, creating dense networks of connectivity that were not necessarily circumscribed by local, regional, or indeed national frames. Essays from a variety of disciplines address the role of slaves and indentured workers in maritime labor arrangements, systems of bondage and transoceanic migration, the impact of European imperialism on regional and local communities, commodity flows and networks of exchange, and patterns of marine resource exploitation between the Industrial Revolution and Great Depression. By encompassing the geographical, cultural, and thematic diversity of Indian Ocean pearling, Pearls, People, and Power deepens our appreciation of the underlying historical dynamics of the many worlds of the Indian Ocean. Contributors: Robert Carter, William G. Clarence-Smith, Joseph Christensen, Matthew S. Hopper, Pedro Machado, Julia T. Martínez, Michael McCarthy, Jonathan Miran, Steve Mullins, Karl Neuenfeldt, Samuel M. Ostroff, and James Francis Warren.

Author : Monica Kulling
Publisher : Groundwood Books Ltd
Page : 37 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781773061542

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Aunt Pearl by Monica Kulling Pdf

Acclaimed author Monica Kulling brings sensitivity to this bittersweet portrayal of a loving family affected by homelessness, beautifully illustrated in Irene Luxbacher’s rich collage style. Aunt Pearl arrives one day pushing a shopping cart full of her worldly goods. Her sister Rose has invited her to come live with her family. Six-year-old Marta is happy to meet her aunt, who takes her out to look for treasure on garbage day, and who shows her camp group how to decorate a coffee table with bottle caps. But almost immediately, Pearl and Rose start to clash — over Pearl’s belongings crammed into the house, and over Rose’s household rules. As the weeks pass, Pearl grows quieter and more withdrawn, until, one morning, she is gone. Acclaimed author Monica Kulling brings sensitivity to this story about homelessness, family and love, beautifully illustrated in Irene Luxbacher’s rich collage style. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.6 Acknowledge differences in the points of view of characters, including by speaking in a different voice for each character when reading dialogue aloud. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.7 Explain how specific aspects of a text's illustrations contribute to what is conveyed by the words in a story (e.g., create mood, emphasize aspects of a character or setting)

Author : Alexis Kugel
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-16
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9788891820617

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Piqué by Alexis Kugel Pdf

The first volume dedicated to the most complete and outstanding collection of Piqué objects ever assembled, a number of which have never been published before. The volume is dedicated to the art of "Piqué," created in Naples during the first half of the eighteenth century, a technique that combines remarkable inventiveness, virtuoso skill, and astonishing opulence. These extraordinary objects are made of three precious materials: tortoiseshell, gold, and mother-of-pearl. These pieces were made between 1720 and 1760 for the public and the court, especially for Charles de Bourbon, King of Naples. The authors of these creations were known as tartarugari. Among the most famous tartarugari was Giuseppe Sarao, whose studio was next to the walls of the Royal Palace and who created some of the pieces presented in this book. Also included is an extraordinary table from the Hermitage Museum, considered to be the greatest masterpiece created using the Piqué technique, and still retaining its original legs. The catalogue will allow readers to discover both the incredible inventiveness of the artists and the extraordinarily keen interest this art sparked among nineteenth-century collectors, including several members of the Rothschild family. The volume presents more than fifty objects, representing the masterpieces of this technique. The objects are introduced by a study of the subject and a text explaining the historical context.

Author : Trace Mayer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2021-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0989062120

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Museum Bees by Trace Mayer Pdf

Introduction to Trace Mayer's Museum Bees: Including an overview of his work, the history, methodology, and variety of pieces created as well as interior design installations in clients homes.

Author : James E. Patterson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Incrustation (Stone carving)
ISBN : 0964475227

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Pearl Inlay by James E. Patterson Pdf