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  Pauline's Passion and Punishment

  Louisa May Alcott

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  The beautiful Pauline has been wronged and sets about getting a little her own back. Collateral damage ensues in this tale of revenge and it's consequences. "Pauline's Passion and Punishment" is pretty mild stuff if you read it from the perspective of a 21st century reader. It helps to have some idea of what life was like and what was expected of men and women in the 1860's to truly appreciate this story.

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  Revolution From My Bed - Regain...

  Roi Shternin

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  Are you facing a chronic illness or a devastating diagnosis? Feeling lost and hopeless? 
  Roi Shternin was told by doctors his condition was a dead end. Confined to a hospital bed, his future seemed bleak. But Roi refused to give up. This book is his inspiring story of revolutionizing his life, one stubborn step (or rubber band resistance exercise) at a time. 
  Revolution from My Bed is not a sob story; it's a battle cry for anyone facing seemingly insurmountable odds. It's about:Defying limitations and reclaiming your lifeDiscovering hidden strength and resilienceFinding hope and purpose even in the face of illnessTaking control of your recovery, even without a perfect support system 
  Inside you'll find:Practical tips and strategies for self-rehabilitationTechniques for overcoming frustration and channeling it into progressThe power of a positive mindset and self-beliefThe importance of celebrating small victoriesHow to find strength and purpose in unexpected places 
  Roi's story is a testament to the power of the human spirit. It's a reminder that even when you're knocked down, you can get back up, stronger than ever. 
  If you're looking for inspiration and practical guidance on overcoming illness, Revolution from My Bed is the book for you.

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  An Island Christmas - Nollaig...

  Micheál Ó Conghaile

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  In 'An Island Christmas - Nollaig Oileánach', celebrated Irish author Micheál Ó Conghaile takes readers on a heartfelt journey through his childhood memories of Christmas on the now-abandoned island of Connemara's Inis Treabhair.
  
  
  'An Island Christmas - Nollaig Oileánach' transcends the holiday season, weaving together tales of the simple joys of Christmas on the island with the broader tapestry of childhood memories, friendships, and the cherished personalities of the island community. Ó Conghaile reminisces about the unique traditions and customs of his island upbringing in the 1960s and 70s in this captivating memoir. Delving into the island's social history he paints a vivid picture of family life in an intimate portrait of island culture and a pre-electric era that will captivate readers of all ages.
  
  
  Though the island is no longer inhabited, Ó Conghaile's recollections serve as a poignant reminder of the enduring importance of family, community, and the magic of childhood. Whether you are a fan of Ó Conghaile's previous works or new to his writing, 'An Island Christmas - Nollaig Oileánach', offers a heartfelt and enchanting glimpse into a bygone era, making it a delightful read for any time of the year.
  
  
  An inspiring insight into the life of a passionate artist and powerhouse behind the resurgence of Irish language writing and publishing, witness Ó Conghaile's journey from an eager young boy tapping away on a typewriter to the founder of renowned publishing house Cló Iar-Chonnacht. Translated from the Irish by Mícheál Ó hAodha.

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  From Harvey River - A Memoir of...

  Lorna Goodison

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  "Throughout her life my mother [Doris] lived in two places at once: Kingston, Jamaica, where she raised a family of nine children, and Harvey River, in the parish of Hanover, where she was born and grew up."In the tradition of Michael Ondaatje's Running in the Family and Carlos Eire's Waiting for Snow in Havana comes Lorna Goodison's luminous memoir of her forebears—From Harvey River. When Doris' English grandfather, William Harvey, discovers a clearing at the end of a path cut by the feet of those running from slavery, he gives his name to what will become his family's home for generations. For Doris, Harvey River is the place she always called home, the place where she was one of the "fabulous Harvey girls" and where the rich local bounty of the land went hand in hand with the Victorian niceties and comforts of her parents' house. It is a place she will return to in dreams when her fortunes change, years later, and she and her husband, Marcus Goodison, relocate to "hard life" Kingston and encounter the harsh realities of urban living in close quarters as they raise their family of nine children.In lush prose, Lorna Goodison weaves memory and island lore to create a vivid, universally appealing tapestry.

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  Groucho Marx - The Comedy of...

  Lee Siegel

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  Born Julius Marx in 1890, the brilliant comic actor who would later be known as Groucho was the most verbal of the famed comedy team, the Marx Brothers, his broad slapstick portrayals elevated by ingenious wordplay and double entendre. In his spirited biography of this beloved American iconoclast, Lee Siegel views the life of Groucho through the lens of his work on stage, screen, and television. The author uncovers the roots of the performer's outrageous intellectual acuity and hilarious insolence toward convention and authority in Groucho's early upbringing and Marx family dynamics. The first critical biography of Groucho Marx to approach his work analytically, this fascinating study draws unique connections between Groucho's comedy and his life, concentrating primarily on the brothers' classic films as a means of understanding and appreciating Julius the man. Unlike previous uncritical and mostly reverential biographies, Siegel's "bio-commentary" makes a distinctive contribution to the field of Groucho studies by attempting to tell the story of his life in terms of his work and vice versa.

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  Pwning Tomorrow: Short Fiction...

  Electronic Frontier Foundation

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  As part of the Electronic Frontier Foundation’s 25th Anniversary celebrations, EFF has released Pwning Tomorrow: Stories from the Electronic Frontier, an anthology of speculative fiction from more than 20 authors, including Bruce Sterling, Lauren Beukes, Cory Doctorow, and Charlie Jane Anders. 
  
   
  EFF meets many speculative fiction fans in the course of its work to protect digital civil liberties, and the 21 stories in this collection inspire a sharper sense of the futures we may experience and the role of rights and freedoms there. The authors explore the wonders and perils of technology over the next 25 years and beyond, imagining the consequences of everything from abusive intellectual property lawsuits to out-of-control viral marketing, from over-protective intelligent fridges to violently loyal cyber-pets. 
  
   
  It's also important to know that writers have long been at the forefront of the fight against mass surveillance in the real world. Paranormal romance author Carolyn Jewel is the lead plaintiff in Jewel v. NSA, EFF’s long-running lawsuit against warrantless collection of electronic communications. Her novella, "Free Fall," rounds out the collection.
  
   
  The full list of contributors includes:
  
  
  	Charlie Jane Anders
  	Madeline Ashby
  	Paolo Bacigalupi
  	Lauren Beukes
  	David Brin
  	Pat Cadigan
  	Cory Doctorow
  	Paul Ford
  	Neil Gaiman
  	SL Grey
  	Eileen Gunn
  	Charles Human
  	Kameron Hurley
  	Carolyn Jewel
  	James Patrick Kelly
  	Ramez Naam
  	Annalee Newitz
  	Hannu Rajaniemi
  	Rudy Rucker
  	Lewis Shiner
  	Bruce Sterling
  	Charles Yu
  
  
   
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