Susan Gallagher
1) St Helena
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English
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This fully revised fourth edition of Bradt's St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha remains the only guide to these three British Overseas Territories, tiny volcanic islands that are virtual specks in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean and which thanks to the opening of a new airport in 2017 are more accessible than ever before. Rugged, volcanic and very remote, as Napoleon's place of exile following the Battle of Waterloo, St Helena has gained a...
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English
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This comprehensive study, cosponsored by the Christian College Coalition, addresses questions faced by students in introductory literature courses. It examines literature as a form of human action and argues that the reading and writing of literary works provide vital ways for men and women to act as responsible agents in God's world.
Building upon the doctrine of Creation, the authors show how the reading of literature helps us to be more effective...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 13
Language
English
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"When orphaned Mary Lennox comes to live at her uncle's great house with nearly one hundred rooms, she finds it full of secrets. Her uncle keeps himself locked up, and at night Mary hears the sound of crying echoing down one of the long corridors. The gardens surrounding the large property are her only escape. Then one day Mary discovers a secret garden, surrounded by walls and a locked gate. With the help of two unexpected companions, Mary discovers...
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Publisher
Schwartz & Wade Books
Pub. Date
2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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At Walter's World of Beauty, Luisa's secret plans are underway to create a very special birthday celebration for her hard-working, single mother who is employed there as a stylist.
6) Funny Story
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English
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In the midst of a mid-life crisis, Walter, after cheating on his wife and dumping his millennial girlfriend, decides to reconnect with his daughter by inviting himself to stay with her in Big Sur. The unlikely duo bond in unexpected ways that set off a chain of events, ruining the lives of those in their path. FUNNY STORY shows both the strength of narcissism and the healing power of forgiveness.