![]() ![]() “Paul Scott’s vision is both precise and painterly.” - The New York Times Book Review The politics are handled with an expertise that intrigues and never bores, and are always seen in terms of individuals.” - New Republic ![]() “What has always astonished me about The Raj Quartet is its sense of sophisticated and total control of its gigantic scenario and highly varied characters . . . ![]() On the night after the Indian Congress Party votes to support Gandhi, riots break out and an ambitious police sergeant arrests a young Indian for the alleged rape of the woman they both love. It opens in 1942 as the British fear both Japanese invasion and Indian demands for independence. The Jewel in the Crown is the first of Paul Scott’s renowned historical novels that “limn the Anglo-Indian world with its lovers, friends, family servants, soldiers, businessmen, murderers and suicides-all involved in one another’s fate” ( The New York Times). The first novel in the epic quartet about the last days of British rule in India, “as much a story of romantic love as it is of crime . . . ![]()
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![]() ![]() Here’s all the outfit inspo you need for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, broken down by every one of her album aesthetics. You put in the work, you got the tickets-the only thing left is an outfit that’ll make you stand out from the crowd. About Lauren Conrad Reality TV star (Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County and The Hills) and author Conrad has been a fashion designer since 2011 when she created a fashion and. Hoping she opens with “You Belong With Me?” you probably should pick a gilded or fringe-adorned outfit à la Fearless. Do you make your workouts go by more quickly by telling yourself a 40-minute run is just four listens of the 10-minute infamous track, “All Too Well?” Then you already know what color you should be wearing. ![]() Taylor’s style has changed drastically through the years, but all of her eras (even her ultra-nostalgic ones) are fair game to play into at the tour. The key to dressing for the Eras Tour without wanting to pull your hair out? Choosing your look based on your favorite album. Conrad’s first fashion line The Lauren Conrad Collection launched in March 2008, but she ended the line. ![]() Usually, the answer to what to wear to a concert is relatively easy but when a concert encompasses the span of 15 years, 10 albums, and just as many different aesthetics, things get a little more confusing. The line was a nod to Conrad’s own personal style that has evolved over the years. ![]() ![]() Ilhan Omar was only eight years old when war broke out in Somalia. ![]() ![]() It's an honor to serve alongside her in the fight for a more just world." -Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-CortezĪn intimate and rousing memoir by progressive trailblazer Ilhan Omar-the first African refugee, the first Somali-American, and one of the first Muslim women, elected to Congress. This book will give you insight into the person and sister that I see-passionate, caring, witty, and above all committed to positive change. "Ilhan has been an inspiring figure well before her time in Congress. ![]() "This Is What America Looks Like is the origin story of a leader who, finding no set path that would take a person like her to the places she wanted to go, was forced, and free, to chart her own." –The New York Times Book Review Named a Best Political Book of the Year by The Atlantic ![]() ![]() ![]() She taught kindergarten and special education for several years before becoming a full-time writer. Smith received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 1987, followed by teaching credentials in Elementary education and Special education from San Francisco State University. In interviews, she has said she realized she wanted to be a writer sometime between kindergarten and first grade, “when a teacher praised a horrible poem I’d written”, and began writing in earnest in elementary school. Smith was born in Villa Park, Orange County, California. The popular Night World series adds a recurring reality-altering conspiracy theme, enlivened with “romantic soul mate scenarios.” A dark antagonist typically attempts to seduce a heroine into the darkness, and in some cases is instead reborn into the light. ![]() Her books, which combine elements of the genres of horror, science fiction/fantasy, and romance, are populated with young and apparently-young human and supernatural characters locked in dark vs. Smith, is an American author of young-adult literature. Lisa Jane Smith, known professionally as L.J. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Even if it means gambling in the Orders's deadly games. or the downfall of them both.īut Tisaanah will stop at nothing to save those she abandoned. The bloody past he wants to forget may be the key to her future. But even more dangerous are her growing feelings for Maxantarius. The Orders's intentions are cryptic, and Tisaanah must prove herself under the threat of looming war. But to join their ranks, she must complete an apprenticeship with Maxantarius Farlione, a handsome and reclusive fire wielder who despises the Orders. But the night she tries to buy her freedom, she barely escapes with her life.ĭesperate to save the best friend she left behind, Tisaanah journeys to the Orders, the most powerful organizations of magic Wielders in the world. Ripped from a forgotten homeland as a child, Tisaanah learned how to survive with nothing but a sharp wit and a touch of magic. And a dark magic that will entangle their fates. A reclusive warrior who no longer believes it exists. ![]() A reclusive warrior who no longer believes it exists. Daughter of No Worlds Carissa Broadbent, Dan Calley (Narrator), Esther Wane (Narrator) 4.21 14,210 ratings1,750 reviews Want to read Buy on Amazon Rate this book 15 hours and 32 minutes A former slave fighting for justice. ![]() ![]() From the dazzling costumes of the Rio Carnival to the role of the elephants in Sri Lanka's Esal Perahera, children everywhere will love learning about the festivals and the wonderful ways that these events are celebrated around the world. ![]() 4.28 avg rating 164 ratings published 1997 8 editions. ![]() Original photography and the children's own words bring to life many of the world's major religious and local celebrations from countries as far apart as Japan and Mexico, India, and Sweden. Children Just Like Me: Celebrations: Festivals, Carnivals, and Feast Days from Around the World. The children's stories are recorded in this beautiful book, which is published in association with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). For 12 months Barnabas and Anabel have traveled around the world, meeting children and talking to them about the celebrations and festivals they enjoy. This remarkable new book from photographer and writer team Barnabas and Anabel Kindersley captures the color and vibrancy of international children's festivals. ![]() For Man Po, Sonu, and Janaina, the locations may be different, but the preparations, the excitement, and the atmosphere of their favorite festivals are the same. ![]() Everyone loves a special occasion - be it New Year in Hong Kong, Diwali in India, or Carnival in Rio. Festivals, carnivals, and feasts from around the world. ![]() ![]() Binding with a couple tiny scuffs, a bit of sunning to spine. THE TAILOR OF GLOUCESTER by Potter, Beatrix Used first Condition Very good plus. Color decorative endpapers of other Beatrix Potter characters. THE TAILOR OF GLOUCESTER by Beatrix Potter - First Edition - 1903 - from Type Punch Matrix (SKU: 44959) Home Type Punch Matrix THE TAILOR OF GLOUCESTER THE TAILOR OF GLOUCESTER Add to Cart Click for full-size. ![]() Original red paper boards with color pictorial center panel and white lettering. Potter wrote in 1916 "this is my own favorite amongst my little books," and the love and care that she put into this charming story is evident (Linder, 121). THE TAILOR OF GLOUCESTER was Potter's second title published by Frederick Warne and Co., and was successful with children as well as tailors: a review in THE TAILOR AND CUTTER periodical was "enthusiastic," and increased "sales of the book among responsive tailors" (Lane, 105). First published in a limited run of 500, THE TAILOR OF GLOUCESTER is, rather surprisingly, based on a true story - although the original saviors of the troubled tailor were his human assistants. First trade edition of this tale of talented tailoring mice, Beatrix Potter's "own favourite among little books" (Linder, 121). ![]() ![]() ![]() London and New York: Frederick Warne and Co, 1903. ![]() ![]() Lightening crackles, thunder rumbles, all the animals are scared.Īnd in the morning, Toot skips through the puddles. ![]() Then, there is a real storm-not just the figurative one over Toot. He makes Puddle his favorite five-berry cobbler, provides an adventure by floating own a river, and has a party with all of Toot's friends. So, his buddy Puddle makes it his mission to cheer him up. His friend Puddle is confused-Toot is never in the doldrums. His little piggy face has a big piggy smile on at all times.īut in this book, Toot is moping. Toot is bright and cheerful, optimistic and playful. Toot is my favorite-he's the adventure seeker, always looking for some new place to go or fantastic experience to have. ![]() But I also love the characters, two pigs with different personalities who somehow mesh together incredibly well. I love these books-mostly for the gorgeous watercolor illustrations that I'd like to cut out and frame and put on the walls in each child's bedroom (but they are library books so of course I wouldn't!). Toot and Puddle You Are My Sunshine by Holly Hobbie ![]() ![]() ![]() At first Nya refuses, but when Tali and other League Healers mysteriously disappear, she's faced with some difficult choices. ![]() She pushes her luck too far and exposes her secret to a pain merchant eager to use her shifting ability for his own sinister purposes. Rumors of another war make Nya's life harder, forcing her to take desperate risks just to find work and food. If discovered, she'd be used as a human weapon against her own people. Read millions of eBooks and audiobooks on the web, iPad, iPhone and Android. All she can do is shift it into another person, a dangerous skill that she must keep hidden from forces occupying her city. Read The Healing Wars: Book I: The Shifter by Janice Hardy with a free trial. But unlike her sister, Tali, and the other Takers who become Healers' League apprentices, Nya's skill is flawed: She can't push that pain into pynvium, the enchanted metal used to store it. ![]() She is also a Taker - with her touch, she can heal injuries, pulling pain from another person into her own body. Nya is an orphan struggling for survival in a city crippled by war. ![]() ![]() The fourth author to join the team was Tui Sutherland this was after she wrote the first field guide for warriors. The next best thing that happened was when Cherith Baldry joined the team of writers during the Forest of Secrets-which is the third installment for the Warriors series. Vicky went on with the editing and supervising tasks of details and scenes of the Warriors series. So, Vicky created the storyline and Kate Cary was brought in to create the details of the book. But, Vicky-as Victoria Holmes is fondly called by friends, was not that happy to write on said subject as she is not a huge fan of fantasy. Victoria Holmes was tasked by publishing house HarperCollins to create a feral cat fantasy series, this was in 2003. Among the authors under the Erin Hunter pen names are: Tui Sutherland, Gillian Philip, Cherith Baldry and Kate Cary. Erin Hunter is not a real person, in fact it is a pen name used by several different authors who wrote under the tutelage and guidance of Editor Victoria Holmes. Erin Hunter is a famous author of lots of books-especially famous for the Warrior, Survivor and Seeker series. ![]() |