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A Slow Boat to Hong Kong - A Nostalgic Journey by Marianne MacKinnon
Marianne MacKinnon was born in Germany and was educated at Potsdam, Oxford and at Strathclyde University. At the end of the Second World War she worked for the US and British Military Government in Germany, trained as a nurse in England, and worked in Italy and Spain.
ESL Book Review - Vancouver Stories
This simple, 50 -page book will give adult students a real grounding in Vancouver's past. It tells the stories behind four places whose names become known to anyone who spends time in Vancouver.
Book Review - The Total Money Makeover Book
There are many personal finance books out there. Here is one that is applicable for both business and personal finance. The simplicity of its philosophies make it an impressionable and applicable book.
1920s American Identity - As Seen by Fitzgerald and Hemingway
F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway were not only best friends, bitter rivals, and fellow members of the Lost Generation literary movement, they also helped redefine American identity in a post-world-war world. Rather than simply construct a new sense of nationalism, however, they actively diss
The Mercenary and the Baby - My Training Officer
Our classroom training was four months and we had nine months of probation. We would ride with a training officer until we were released to drive solo. For safety reasons, solo cars were not on the night shift unless necessary.
What Do Laptops, iPhones, Tablets, and Computers Have in Common?
The digital age, on the surface, appears to usher in a Brave New World. As we dig deeper, however, the world we live in has not exactly ushered in halcyon days. The information age has offered us technology that was unimaginable years ago.
Friends With Benefits: A Social Media Marketing Handbook by Darren Barefoot and Julie Szabo
Social media has exploded in the last few years with millions of people using the various sources to connect with each other. Obviously, with that many people using the different ways to reconnect and connect with one another, businesses have looked to social media as a method to market products and
Cookbook and Food Magazine Addictions, Part Deux, Hardcover
I've come across some truly fantastic cookbooks and entertaining books recently; some are hardcover some are softcover, not that this even makes a difference but for my own increasing insanity of the 'ever-growing library' I've divided sharing my findings with you into Part Deux,
Common Mistakes With Personal Finances
Taking control of your own finances is very important and keeps you in control of your spending. However, when you are taking care and track of your personal finances, watch out for these common mistakes.
Finally Brothers, Whatever Is True, Noble, Pure, Lovely, If It Is Excellent, Think About Such Things
In the end you are responsible for your own vision so if you so choose, lay it down as you wish for your thoughts are a mirror of your mind with varied strokes you can create an image that captures a picture in intricate detail. Look to the sky on different days, times and places, to what extent are
The Power Of Abdullah King
In Ma'an, a bleak desert town which is situated In the southern part of the beautiful Jordan, The plague of poverty and the high unemployment Is remotely felt from the wonderful capital, Amman. Ma'an has discontent swirls in some living room conversations Which are especially expressed on
Healing Starts Now - Complete Training Manual by Dr Joan Hunter: A New Paridigm in Healing Ministry
As a Christian bookseller in the 1970s and 1980s I became intrigued by the writing and personalities of Charles and Frances Hunter. The Hunters had a major impact on a whole generation of Christian leaders in that era. In her new book "Healing Starts Now" Dr. Joan Hunter presents a powerfu
Benefits Of a Good Housekeeping Magazine Subscription
You have the desire to decorate your house in the best manner. Like thousands of other homeowners, you want to make your house the most beautiful one in the precincts.
Free Notes - 'To the Indian Who Died in Africa' by TS Eliot
The 20th century witnessed few greater poets than T.S. Eliot who exercised more influence on formation of the modern style of writing poetry for more than forty years. Not only was his style distinct but he also used conversational speech laden with complex poetic images with layers of diverse thoug
"The King's Ransom" Will Delights Readers As First in "Young Knights of the Round Tab
Cheryl Carpinello's new book "The King's Ransom" is the first in her "Young Knights of the Round Table" series. An educator, Carpinello has made the book reader-friendly for teachers and classrooms and includes a teaching guide with the book. And it's a riveting st
Emily Bronte, the Writer of Wuthering Heights and Possible Asperger's Syndrome
Emily Bronte, the visionary Victorian writer of Wuthering Heights was an exceptional individual. While little is known about the life and behavior of Emily, the information available has led me to believe she may have had Asperger's syndrome, a condition of the autism spectrum.
A Place Called the Bla-Bla Cafe - Book Review (Non-Fiction)
A Place Called the Bla-Bla Cafe is a non-fiction book that will especially appeal to musicians and entertainers. This 237 page volume was self-published and written by Sandy Ross, one of the main entertainment coordinators for the Bla-Bla Cafe during the 11 years it provided a home and a welcoming f
Ayeka - Where Are You?
It is a question asked in Genesis 3:9. Adam and Eve had just eaten some fruit from the forbidden tree and, sensing God's presence in the Garden of Eden, they hid among the trees. While they were hiding, God asked Adam a one-word question. In Hebrew that word is Ayeka? In English it means,
A Life In Stages
My dear friends in all walks of life. How do we live happily on the edge of knife? Life has proved as acid test and still we cling. Try to make it beautiful for many more laurels to bring.