Visiting Tom

Author : Michael Perry
Publisher : Harper Perennial
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2016-03-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 006189446X

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Visiting Tom by Michael Perry Pdf

“Somewhere between Garrison Keillor’s idyllic-sweet Lake Wobegon and the narrow-mindedness of Sinclair Lewis’s Main Street lies the reality of small-town life. This is where Michael Perry lives.” —St. Paul Pioneer Press “Perry can take comfort in the power of his writing, his ability to pull readers from all corners onto his Wisconsin spread, and make them feel right at home.” —Seattle Times Tuesdays with Morrie meets Bill Bryson in Visiting Tom, another witty, poignant, and stylish paean to living in New Auburn, Wisconsin, from Michael Perry. The author of Population: 485, Coop, and Truck: A Love Story, Perry takes us along on his uplifting visits with his octogenarian neighbor one valley over—and celebrates the wisdom, heart, and sass of a vanishing generation that embodies the indomitable spirit of small-town America.

Author : Tom Gilmore
Publisher : The O'Brien Press Ltd
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2018-09-17
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781788490764

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Big Tom by Tom Gilmore Pdf

A tribute to Big Tom McBride, 'the Johnny Cash of Irish country music'. From labourer to music star, the journey of the singer who brought so much joy to fans at home and to emigrants abroad over five decades. Featuring never-before-published interviews with Big Tom and the country stars who loved him, as well as exclusive family photographs, this book is full of the characteristic wit and warmth of Ireland's greatest country music legend, Big Tom. Big Tom McBride was the original Irish country music star, who paved the way for today's new wave of artists. His unique voice and sincere delivery earned him the title The King of Irish Country. He was held in huge affection by many thousands of devoted fans, and was greatly loved and respected by his fellow musicians. Throughout Big Tom's music career, spanning five decades, he packed ballrooms and marquees the length and breadth of Ireland and Britain, with his band The Mainliners and later with The Travellers. His records sold by the tens of thousands, and he had numerous Top Ten hits. Legions of fans were transported by his beautiful singing, evoking an Ireland of a more innocent age. Many made the pilgrimage to the McBrides' home outside Castleblayney, County Monaghan, where they were greeted with genuine, warm-hearted hospitality. Tom Gilmore has interviewed family, friends and fans, as well as unearthing previously unpublished interviews with Big Tom himself. This book also features tributes to the music legend from luminaries of music, sport and politics.

Author : Charlie Rhindress
Publisher : Formac Publishing Company Limited
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-16
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781459505384

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Stompin' Tom Connors by Charlie Rhindress Pdf

Stompin' Tom Connors is a Canadian legend. There are very few Canadians who don't know the foot-stompin' patriot in the cowboy hat who sang almost exclusively about the country he loved and called home. But there is much more to Tom Connors than "Bud the Spud" and "The Hockey Song." This biography paints the picture of an intelligent, stubborn, creative, cantankerous and thoughtful man who created a character that would be embraced by Canadians from coast to coast. This is the story of the man behind Stompin' Tom.

Author : Jane Flowers
Publisher : Jane Flowers
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-18
Category : Art
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The True Legacy of Dr. Tom Boring by Jane Flowers Pdf

Prepare to be captivated by the enthralling pages of "The True Legacy of Dr. Tom Boring." This extraordinary biography promises to reshape your perspective and transport you back to the 1940's, 50's, 60's, and 70s, where haunting photographs taken by Photographer William Eggleston will immerse you in the world of Dr. T.C. Boring, his home and Murderabilia. As you delve deeper into this gripping narrative, prepare yourself for an unsolved murder that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The enigmatic Dr. Tom Boring's life and tragic demise in the Mississippi Delta will unfold before your eyes, as his daughter Jane masterfully recreates the crime scene with vivid detail. "The True Legacy of Dr. Tom Boring" is not just a book; it is an immersive experience that will leave you awestruck and forever changed. As you embark on a journey like no other while you uncover the secrets hidden within these pages, all while being guided by William Eggleston's evocative photographs and his Murderabilia. You will be transported into a world where truth and deception intertwine as Jane unravels the fabricated narrative surrounding her father's legacy. With every turn of the page, you will find yourself immersed in a gripping tale that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew. As each chapter unfolds, you will be drawn deeper into the mysterious circumstances surrounding his tragic demise. While your perception is challenged and your imagination ignited as this remarkable story unravels before you in this one-of-a-kind unsolved murder mystery biography.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 830 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1871
Category : American literature
ISBN : UIUC:30112039640443

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The Atlantic Monthly by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 796 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1871
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BSB:BSB11045858

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Atlantic Monthly by Anonim Pdf

Author : Thomas James Macmurray
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1877
Category : American poetry
ISBN : MINN:31951002013013V

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The Legend of Delaware Valley by Thomas James Macmurray Pdf

Author : Jamie Newbold
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2018-07-06
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781476631226

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The Forensic Comicologist by Jamie Newbold Pdf

 A childhood comic book fan turned comic book retailer, the author soon discovered the prevalence of scams in the world of comics collecting. This book is his tutorial on how to collect wisely and reduce risks. Drawing on skills learned from twenty years with the San Diego Police Department and as a Comic-Con attendee since 1972, he covers in detail the history and culture of collecting comic books and describes the pitfalls, including common deceptions of grading and pricing, as well as theft, and mail and insurance fraud.

Author : Daniel B. Corley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1892
Category : Natchitoches Parish (La.)
ISBN : HARVARD:32044009636689

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A Visit to Uncle Tom's Cabin by Daniel B. Corley Pdf

Author : James J. Moore
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1878
Category : Oxford (England)
ISBN : HARVARD:HX1FKS

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The Historical Handbook and Guide to Oxford: Embracing a Succinct History of the University and City from the Year 912 ... by James J. Moore Pdf

Author : James J. Moore
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1878
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:590694184

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The historical handbook and guide to Oxford by James J. Moore Pdf

Author : Steve Prater
Publisher : FriesenPress
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-27
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781460289105

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Hey, Bub! by Steve Prater Pdf

“Hey, Bub!” was the familiar greeting Tom Prater used throughout his life. He was born with Down syndrome in 1949, and in spite of his disabilities, became a beloved and integral part of his family and community. While his speech was limited to phrases of just a few syllables, he found other ways to communicate and won the hearts of everyone who met him. Despite being beset by health concerns and institutional systems that were far from ideal, he found resilience and joy. This is the story of two brothers, their childhood adventures, and their lifelong bond. In it, his brother Steve—bunk mate and partner in crime—reflects on their time together and the many lessons he’s still learning from his older brother. When the world feels overwhelming or complex, we all seek answers from those who seem to have it all figured out. Tom leaves ample clues to happiness through his parables involving marshmallows, swing sets, bowling and dancing.

Author : Dicey Deere
Publisher : Minotaur Books
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2003-03-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781466821323

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The Irish Cairn Murder by Dicey Deere Pdf

It is mid-October and unexpectedly cold in Ballynagh, the small Irish village that Torrey Tunet, the young American translator and sometime amateur sleuth, calls home. She has just built a fire of peat and coal to warm her cottage when a window frame collapses, letting in drafts of icy air. Asking around for the services of a carpenter, she hires local teenager Dakin Cameron to do a few repairs. Dakin is an unusually helpful and likable young man with something on his mind. When he receives a threatening phone call at the cottage, Torrey resolves to try to help him. It seems that Dakin is the son of Natalie Sylvester Cameron, a beautiful heiress whose husband died tragically two years before. Dakin is distressed because someone is trying to blackmail Natalie-and even more distressed when the blackmail attempts lead to a case of murder. At times like these, Torrey gets what her friend Winifred calls a "dragon-slaying look" in her eyes. Determined to uncover the truth no matter what the cost-including the ongoing enmity of the local police inspector--Torrey Tunet must call upon all of her wits and courage to solve the latest Ballynagh mystery.

Author : C. B. Anderson
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781449757946

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My Favorite Cashew by C. B. Anderson Pdf

A memoir of the late Dr. Tom Anderson (died 2008) by his wife Cindi. It was written to honor her husband and to encourage those who have been sexually abused as children or who suffer from bipolar disorders.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1891
Category : Genealogy
ISBN : WISC:89096304571

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Lincolnshire Notes & Queries by Anonim Pdf