Living in the eye of the hurricane. That's been my life as a Foster Carer. Mostly, it's been in a peacefully calm and loving place that is, however, constantly surrounded by the raging storms of trauma, fury and teenage angst. Drugs, drink, crime and all the horrors of abuse can come to visit and disrupt our lives but a loving home survives and is always shelter from the storm and sometimes for the storm.I would not for anything change a life that has also allowed me so many wonder...

This book aims to enhance our intellectual understanding of the relationship between human beings and domestic animals, with a focus on a specific breed of dog: the greyhound. It combines literary criticism, cultural history and the rapidly expanding field of human/animal studies by tracing the creative representation of the greyhound, from the earliest references in classical myth to multiple appearances in contemporary literature, performance and the fine arts. Each representation—whethe...

This is an incredible true story about a man who wields his visceral passion for birds and flight that ultimately leads to giving a one-winged Bald Eagle a second chance to fly. Follow John Stokes as he takes you down the remarkable path of his life, from his early fascination with sparrows to later establishing a bird rehabilitation program where he meets Osceola, the eagle that changes his life. Learn about John's influences and events that lead to his goal to work with eagles. The reade...

This Companion brings together sixteen new essays which examine, from various perspectives, the social and cultural role of the actress throughout history and across continents. Each essay focuses on a particular stage in her development, for example professionalism in the seventeenth century; the emergence of the actress/critic during the Romantic period and, later on, of the actress as best selling autobiographer; the coming of the drama schools which led to today's emphasis on the actre...

Stokes tells the story of the NBA’s first Black superstar, Maurice Stokes, who is not as well known as he should be in part because of a career-ending injury.Coauthors and basketball enthusiasts John Coy and Ty Chapman highlight what a standout Stokes was: he was 6’7” and as they write, “nobody had ever seen a guy his size score, defend, rebound, dribble, and pass so well.”In a 1958 game against the Minneapolis Lakers, Stokes, went down hard and hit his head, losin...

Explore the heartwarming pages of "The Little Red Bull" by Michael Stokes, where a gentle bull and a compassionate boy forge an unbreakable bond on their journey to freedom. Nestled in a scenic farm within a serene green valley, this delightful tale unfolds against the backdrop of nature's beauty, mixing themes of kindness, friendship, and courage. As you follow the Little Red Bull and the Little Boy, their adventure from the clutches of a mean old farmer will fascinate your heart. Each pa...

Many people today think of Satan as a little red demon with a pointy tail and a pitchfork—but this vision of the devil developed over many centuries and would be foreign to the writers of the Old Testament, where this figure makes his first appearances. The earliest texts that mention the Satan—it is always “the Satan” in the Old Testament—portray him as an agent of Yahweh, serving as an executioner of evildoers. But over the course of time, the Satan came to be regarded more as God’s enem...

How the science of urban planning can make our cities healthier, safer, and more livableThe design of every aspect of the urban landscape—from streets and sidewalks to green spaces, mass transit, and housing—fundamentally influences the health and safety of the communities who live there. It can affect people's stress levels and determine whether they walk or drive, the quality of the air they breathe, and how free they are from crime. Changing Places prov...

Over the past twenty years, a range of radical developments has revolutionized musicology, leading certain practitioners to describe their discipline as "New." What has happened to ethnomusicology during this period? Have its theories, methodologies, and values remain rooted in the 1970s and 1980s or have they also transformed? What directions might or should it take in the new millennium?The New (Ethno)musicologies seeks to answer these questions by addressing and critica...

John Lort Stokes, a British naval officer and explorer, penned a fascinating account titled 'Discoveries in Australia' detailing his expedition of the Australian coastline in the mid-19th century. Stokes' book is written in a clear and concise manner, providing readers with a firsthand look at the geography, wildlife, and interactions with indigenous populations during his voyages. His descriptions of the natural landscape and encounters with new species showcase a keen eye for detail and ...

In "Random Reminiscences of Men and Events," John D. Rockefeller provides a compelling glimpse into his extraordinary life and the forces that shaped American enterprise in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The narrative style is introspective and reflective, blending personal anecdotes with broader historical contexts, making it both a memoir and a chronicle of the capitalist spirit. Through vivid recollections, Rockefeller captures pivotal moments and influential figures, from his ...

From 1937 to 1994, Lowry Air Force Base, located on the eastern edge of the city of Denver, served the nation and the surrounding community in many distinguished ways. The air base, primarily a technical training center, graduated more than 1.1 million enlisted members and officers in skills ranging from armament to photography, tremendously strengthening the country�s war efforts in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Cold War. In addition, from the 1980s, Lowry Air For...