My Grandfather In His Own Words

Author : Minh Lê
Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2018-06-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781368022507

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Drawn Together by Minh Lê Pdf

The recipient of six starred reviews and the APALA Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature! Named a Best Book of 2018 by the Wall Street Journal, NPR, Smithsonian, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal, Booklist, the Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, BookRiot, the New York Public Library, the Chicago Public Library-and many more! When a young boy visits his grandfather, their lack of a common language leads to confusion, frustration, and silence. But as they sit down to draw together, something magical happens-with a shared love of art and storytelling, the two form a bond that goes beyond words. With spare, direct text by Minh Lê and luminous illustrations by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat, this stirring picturebook about reaching across barriers will be cherished for years to come. A Junior Library Guild selection!

Author : John F. Kennedy
Publisher : Gatekeeper Press
Page : 569 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781642375107

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President John F. Kennedy & Marilyn Monroe’s Son, in his own words by John F. Kennedy Pdf

Beloved President John F. Kennedy had a son with Marilyn Monroe before he was forced to marry Jacqueline Bouvier in order to win the presidency. Pushed to keep his identity a secret as an adolescent, their son, Jack, tries to learn as much as he can from his father without letting on who his parents are to the public. After two tragic deaths, Jack must switch gears from being safe, learning politics and meeting celebrities to mere survival in a world that does not know he exists and some of the few who do, do not want to see him thrive. This groundbreaking autobiography follows the life of Jack Kennedy, Jr., a child with his father’s intelligence and his mother’s charm. Uncovering what life was like in the 1950s and ‘60s, it will change the way you see these famous American Icons.

Author : Miriam Hathaway
Publisher : Compendium Publishing & Communications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2017-06-15
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1943200459

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My Grandpa: An Interview Journal by Miriam Hathaway Pdf

"Discover his stories, share his life, and creating a lasting keepsake together. Within each family lies a treasure of memories and experiences. Things that define who Grandpa is. That reflect the love he shares. Discover together the stories he holds close to his heart with these pages, filled with meaningful questions to answer. Once written, these stories will create a priceless keepsake for the whole family. Grandpa, your life is a gift. You hold within you a story that only you can share. Use these pages to fill with your one-of-a-kind memorieswhether it's a special moment from your childhood, an unforgettable adventure, or a piece of advice to share. Speak from the heart, in your own wordsit doesn't need to be formal or complex. Because when you are finished, you will create a gift that will be loved for generations."

Author : Pete Seeger,Rob Rosenthal,Sam Rosenthal
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-17
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317254270

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Pete Seeger in His Own Words by Pete Seeger,Rob Rosenthal,Sam Rosenthal Pdf

Long an icon of American musical and political life, Pete Seeger has written eloquently in a diverse array of publications but nowhere is his life story more personally chronicled than in these, his private writings, documents and letters stored for decades in his family barn. Pete Seeger: His Life in His Own Words, collects Seeger's letters, notes, published articles, rough drafts, stories and poetry - creating the most intimate picture yet available of Seeger as a musician, an activist and a family man. The book covers the passions, personalities and experiences of a lifetime of struggle - from the pre-WWII labour movement and the Communist Party, to Woody Guthrie, the Civil Rights movement and the struggle against the war in Vietnam. The portrait that emerges is not of a saint, but a flesh-and-blood man, struggling to understand his time and his place.

Author : Henry Callaway
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1868
Category : Ancestor worship
ISBN : OXFORD:N10560688

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The Religious System of the Amazulu ... in Their Own Words: Unkulunlulu; or, The tradition of creation as existed among the Amazulu and other tribes of South Africa, p. [1]-126 by Henry Callaway Pdf

Author : Kireka Publishing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1678657352

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My Grandfather in His Own Words by Kireka Publishing Pdf

This guided journal contains 101 pages of of thought provoking and detail driven prompts . It is the perfect and inexpensive minimalist journal to know about your family history. Get yourself this amazing journal gift nowSample Questions;What was the first concert you went to? How much did it cost?What is the funniest thing you ever remember saying, as a small child?Which sibling were you the closest with?Did your first childhood home have a telephone? What were family meals like, in your household?What kind of games did you play as a child?What kind of trees or flowers grew on your property?How often did your family or your next door neighbors visit with each other?what was your usual style of haircut, when you were little?How would you dress, as a child?Who taught you how to drive a car?What make and model was the car you learned to drive with?

Author : Chad Evely
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-05-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781732322813

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Edward Farris, In His Own Words: Farmer, Student, Hitchhiker, Soldier, Father, Politician, Lobbyist, Traveler, Kentuckian. by Chad Evely Pdf

""I am attempting to start on an extended investigation and reporting of my past and my present."" With these words, Ed Farris began a fascinating 7.5-hour autobiographical audio recording: growing up in rural Kentucky in the 1920s, doing his part to liberate France in WWII, serving closely with two governors and so much more. Part 1 of this book contains Ed's wonderful story in his own unique voice. Marching across France towards the end of WWII, Ed was involved in many engagements. Part 2 contains the thrilling first-hand accounts of the two most significant of these battles. As executive secretary (now termed ""chief of staff"") from 1948-1955, Ed was intimately involved in the inner workings of Kentucky state politics. Part 3 contains all of his rich stories. He loved. He lost. He fought. He learned. He traveled. He raised four children and was beloved by eight grandchildren. Come take a journey and experience the unique, interesting story of this charming man's life.

Author : M. Coons Philip M. Coons,Philip M. Coons
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781440197666

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In Their Own Words by M. Coons Philip M. Coons,Philip M. Coons Pdf

From crossing the Appalachians to fighting on the bloody battlefields of the Civil War and World War II, the history of the Coons and Bowman families springs vividly to life through the words of those who experienced it. Philip M. Coons and his wife, Elizabeth Bowman, piece together a moving story of their ancestors from their earliest days in America to the present, one that consistently heralds the themes of traveling and change. In his research, Coons discovered several letters, diaries, and other correspondence that painted a vibrant portrait of his ancestors and the various challenges they faced. Divided into sections, In Their Own Words explores the world of the Coons and the Bowman families in their daily interactions. Whether it was traveling across the country via train, writing love letters full of longing by spouses separated by war, making the long trek on the Oregon Trail, or expanding on the college experience, the families never failed to find the humor and grace inherent in each situation. To add even further flavor to the anecdotes, Coons also offers a brief biography of each author. Family lore, a nostalgic slice of Americana, and the Hoosier connection that binds them all, make up this intriguing collection. Perfect for those interested in genealogy, early America, or merely hungry for the old-fashioned days, In Their Own Words is a true treasure.

Author : David Ramsay Steele
Publisher : Open Court Publishing
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0812695046

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Genius--in Their Own Words by David Ramsay Steele Pdf

In this book, seven great modern thinkers trace the roots of their contributions to philosophy. Essays include A. J. Ayer on what led to his logical positivist manifesto Language, Truth, and Logic, and Martin Buber on the origins of his view of existence. Other contributors include Bertrand Russell, Albert Einstein, and Jean-Paul Sartre.

Author : Ivan Misner
Publisher : Entrepreneur Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2004-03-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781613081440

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Masters of Success by Ivan Misner Pdf

SUCCESS! THE MAGIC WORD. THE HOLY GRAIL. THE AMERICAN DREAM. Who has not admired the titans of sport, entertainment commerce and public service and been inspired to set course by those stars? What youth has not dreamed of becoming rich and famous? What restless fast-food manager has not dreamed of being the boss of a nationwide restaurant chain? What hard-working employee has not dreamed of running his own company? Perhaps more important, what can they, and we, learn about achieving success from successful people? This is the magic of Masters of Success. You will: Discover Brian Tracy’s insights into the laws of success Learn from Tony Alessandra the importance of passion Hear Lou Holtz’s advice on visualizing success Discover what drove Erin Brockovich to triumph over great odds You will read chapters by Buzz Aldrin, Wayne Dyer, Larry Elder, Michael Gerber, John Gray, Mark Victor Hansen, Tom Hopkins, Vince Lombardi Jr., Tony Robbins and many others. All these famous people and many more contributed to the writing of Masters of Success. If you seek inspiration and ideas, Masters of Success has stories of daunting hardships overcome, lessons learned and unexpected successes in abundance. You will eagerly page from one story to the next, finding both motivation and encouragement throughout this handsome volume.

Author : Alan Clark
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Page : 784 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2011-03-24
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781780220352

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Alan Clark: A Life in His Own Words by Alan Clark Pdf

Some of the most talked about books of recent years, Alan Clark's diaries provide a witty and irreverant insider's account of political life in Britain. Now in one volume. 'From the moment the first scabrous and brilliant volume was published, people wanted more. Now they have it and they will not be disappointed... These diaries are not wonderful simply because they show a politician unafraid to say what he thinks, and refusing to suck up to those whom he represents. They are great because they show all sides of a man who was, within his complex personality, arrogant, sensitive, loyal, unfaithful, patriotic, selfish, selfless, and - at all times - completely Technicolour' Simon Heffner, DAILY MAIL

Author : Charles Manson
Publisher : Grove/Atlantic, Inc.
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2007-12-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780802196385

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Manson in His Own Words by Charles Manson Pdf

“Gives us a portrait close to the truth” of the man responsible for the Tate-LaBianca murders that changed Hollywood and ended the sixties (The New York Times Book Review). This astonishing book lays bare the life and the mind of a man whose acts have left us horrified. His story provides an enormous amount of new information about his life and how it led to the Tate-LaBianca murders and reminds us of the complexity of the human condition. Born in the middle of the Depression to an unmarried fifteen-year-old, Manson lived through a bewildering succession of changing homes and substitute parents, until his mother finally asked the state authorities to assume his care when he was twelve. Regimented and often brutalized in juvenile homes, Manson became immersed in a life of petty theft, pimping, jail terms, and court appearances that culminated in seven years of prison. Released in 1967, he suddenly found himself in the world of hippies and flower children, a world that not only accepted him, but even glorified his anti-establishment values. It was a combination that led, for reasons only Charles Manson can fully explain, to tragedy. Manson’s story, distilled from seven years of interviews and examinations of his correspondence, provides sobering insight into the making of a criminal mind, and a fascinating picture of the last years of the sixties. “A glimpse of part of the American experience that is rarely described from the inside . . . It compels both interest and horror.”—The Washington Post “Provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a truly dangerous human being.”—Los Angeles Herald Examiner

Author : Carolyn Booth,Mindy Henderson
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2001-03-30
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781418557225

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I Love My Grandfather Because... by Carolyn Booth,Mindy Henderson Pdf

This miniature book includes not only fond remembrances of lovinggrandfathers, but also favorite quotaions and memorable anecdotes that remind uswhy the bond with our grandfathers is so special.

Author : H. W. Tustin
Publisher : Pen and Sword
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2014-11-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781473845282

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Escaping from the Kaiser by H. W. Tustin Pdf

Only a week after joining the 8th Durhams in April 1915 Private Herbert Tustin was captured at the Battle of Ypres. He describes the horror of trench warfare, his treatment on being taken a POW and the three day train journey into Germany.There followed 16 months captivity at Rennbahn POW Camp with its hunger, hardships, brutality, work regime, friendships, humour and the different national characteristics of fellow POWs.In late summer 1916 together with a Canadian POW, Gerrie Burk, the author escaped over the wire. For the next 10 days travelling by night, sleeping rough and stealing basic food they headed for Holland. Somehow they miraculously managed to avoid re-capture despite the closest of calls. Once on the Dutch coast they found a boat, SS Grenadier to carry them across the mine-strewn, submarine infested North Sea to England, arriving on 18 September.This amazing story of war, imprisonment, escape and survival concludes with the author's wife recalling the hero's welcome home, the joyful reunion and his proposal of marriage.

Author : Melanie Florence
Publisher : Second Story Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781772602340

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Stolen Words by Melanie Florence Pdf

The story of the beautiful relationship between a little girl and her grandfather. When she asks her grandfather how to say something in his language – Cree – he admits that his language was stolen from him when he was a boy. The little girl then sets out to help her grandfather find his language again. This sensitive and warmly illustrated picture book explores the intergenerational impact of the residential school system that separated young Indigenous children from their families. The story recognizes the pain of those whose culture and language were taken from them, how that pain is passed down, and how healing can also be shared.