Risultati di "Holmes" in Tutte le categorie

Holmes describes his frantic search through Civil War torn landscapes for his wounded son, the future Supreme Court Justice. Originally published in The Atlantic Magazine, 1862. Holmes, Sr. (1809 -1894) was an American physician, poet, professor, lecturer, and author. He was regarded by his peers as one of the best writers of the 19th century. His most famous prose works are the "Breakfast Table" series, which began with The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table (1858). He is also recognized as an important medical reformer. (Summary by Atlantic Magazine, Wikipedia, David Wales)

The Shutter of Snow is a semi-autobiographical novel reflecting author Emily Holmes Coleman's own experiences with postpartum psychosis. Originally published in 1930, the experimental stream-of-consciousness style takes on a new life in audiobook format for the first time. Fall into the world of...

from THE POETICAL WORKS OF OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES: TO MY READERS NAY, blame me not; I might have spared Your patience many a trivial verse, Yet these my earlier welcome shared, So, let the better shield the worse.

A history and review of the common law in the United States. (summary by TB27)

Fast cars. Dark secrets. One woman racing against more than just time. 'A fascinating glimpse into the world of Formula 1: a tale as fast-paced and exciting as the race cars' JACKIE KABLER, television presenter and author of THE PERFECT COUPLE 'I raced through this gripping Formula One thriller...

Mississippi, 1927. The groanings are coming. No town is perfect, but East Cobb comes close. It's a wealthy all-Black Free Town―untouched by white oppression―where ambitious Thea Elliot and her husband plan to make good on their big dreams. Little do they know that the idyllic town teems with...

How did a remote desert people change the course of world history? In the seventh century AD, the Eastern Roman Empire collapsed—defeated by the rising power of Arabia. How did this happen? And why then? In this gripping new history, Nick Holmes offers a fresh view of the end of the Ancient...

Here is Millbank! The only fiction book that the Ingalls of Little House fame owned. It follows the story of Roger Irving, and what he does when he suddenly finds himself with an abandoned baby. - Summary by ShrimpPhish

Fiction merges with history in this novel taking place during the turbulent times of the civil war and the horrors it entailed. Holme's silly, coquettish yet kind-hearted Rose will pull you in from the start. The sweet and pious Annie, the noble Tom Carleton, the motherly widow Mrs. Simms, the young and courageous Isaac, the mischievous rebel working for the south, and the brash, uneducated Bill Baker are just a few of the unforgettable characters who grow with every chapter. This is a tale of hardships and bravery, of fears and hopes, of inconsolable grief and love which will enthrall you to ...

After Mary Howard and her sisters are left without parents in America, they are put up for adoption. Mary's pretty sister, Ella was adopted right away by a very wealthy family, while Mary was left with her baby sister Alice to fend for themselves in the poorhouse. Throughout this book, Mary encounters and overcomes numerous obstacles related to her poverty, (and a couple of love interests...) but through it all her loving personality shines bright. - Summary by ShrimpPhish

Notes From the Road is a quieter kind of podcast from Scottish songwriter Adam Holmes.Voice notes, stories, songs and reflections recorded from old churches, backstage rooms, trains, roads and late nights after the show.Small observations about music, fatherhood, attention, place and what it means to stay human in a loud world.Not self-help.Not productivity.Just fragments from the road.https://enterthesanctuary.net

Only Sherlock Holmes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Apostolic Fathers is an important collection of writings revered by early Christians but not included in the final canon of the New Testament. Here a leading expert on these texts offers an authoritative contemporary translation, in the tradition of the magisterial Lightfoot version but thoroughly up-to-date.

Every generation, the gods take their due. This time, they might take her. Princess Azhara was born cursed. Marked by ancient magic. Promised to an unholy bargain sealed in blood. When the Reaping begins, suitors will descend into the labyrinth beneath the palace—each one fighting to win her...

Her Business, Her Voice is the podcast for Black and Brown women entrepreneurs who refuse to be one-dimensional. Hosted by Myown Holmes, this show explores the three pillars that drive sustainable success for women of color in business: mindset, wellness, and business strategy.Each week, Myown sits down with Black women business owners, Latina entrepreneurs, and women of color who are building thriving companies without burning out. We talk about the real stuff: managing mental health while running a business, building generational wealth, navigating imposter syndrome, raising capital as a ...

Sherlock Holmes 5

Host Anthony Holm is a serious and strongminded conservative who challenges all sides of ideas and policy. Anthony connects everyday Americans to the issues that matter most in courtrooms, the Texas Capitol and our state and nation. With the Constitution under fire, the Texas Legislature as opaque as at any time in recent memory, and elections approaching, Anthony delivers clarity for conservative listeners seeking direction. This show is made for working-class Americans who are tired of media fluff and detachment of the elites. Anthony is a campaign strategist, public debater and father of ...

Dive into the captivating world crafted by bestselling author Mary Jane Holmes in Maggie Miller, also known as Old Hagars Secret. This gripping tale weaves together themes of deceit, love, misplaced pride, and the painful loss of innocence, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. With her signature realistic characters, Holmes delivers a narrative that is as emotionally charged as it is suspenseful. As one character poignantly reflects, Mustnt put on airs! — a sentiment that echoes throughout the story, revealing the complexities of envy and human relationships. ...

In this captivating three-part novel by Mary Jane Holmes, a murder cover-up leads to a decades-long quest for the heiress of the deceased. Bessie, raised in poverty while her mother gambles at the tables of Monte Carlo and Baden Baden, finds herself navigating a world of neglect from her aristocratic father and indifference from wealthy relatives. With the affections of three men vying for her heart, Bessie’s journey becomes an enthralling tale of love and resilience set against a backdrop of historical intrigue. - Summary by Celine Major

After the tragic death of Matildas husband James, she marries the wealthy Dr. Kennedy, hoping for a brighter future for her daughter Maude. Unfortunately, the doctor turns out to be a miser, expecting Matty to serve as his housekeeper rather than a loving partner. They have a little boy who is disabled, but the doctor pays him no attention. Maude is fiercely devoted to her brother and, on her mothers deathbed, vows to care for him forever. As the story unfolds, Maude encounters her stepsister Nellies cousins, JC and James. While Nellie is pursuing JC for his wealth, Maude finds herself ...