Kirjahaku

Ten different people -- each living in a different decade -- must face a personal crisis...and all experience a significant event at The Old Elm Tree which stands watch over the town. In 1905, Clementine Feeny is trapped in a loveless marriage. In 1915, heiress Bergthora Stillaway contends with the strict norms of a man's world. In 1925, Hortense Lincoln fights for justice in the face of racism. In 1935, Rupert Huckle copes with the loneliness of being mentally challenged. In 1945, war hero Alphonsus Ryan returns to the home front, but wages a new battle against haunting memories. In 1955, the unlucky Penina Klapper struggles with her homely visage in a world that worships beauty. In 1965, Caleb Spicer confronts his sexual awakening as high school ends. In 1975, dentist Oliver Zammit finds himself recovering from a devastating car crash. In 1985, professor Martha Vandemeer's campaign to preserve the elm tree may suffer when she discovers a secret that could destroy her marriage. And in 1995, Zephyr Meadows learns she is being stalked. This chronicle of the 20th Century dives headfirst into human emotion and perception with its poignant look at people searching for control of their destiny. As our inherent need to be accepted and the pursuit of happiness is explored through unforgettable characters and shocking twists, The Old Elm Tree will make you think, reflect and weep. Ten people. Overcoming fear. Seeking validation. Desperate to belong. Please enjoy this short video promotion at: https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzbN8oOXbXo

When seven-year-old Gregory finds out that he has to spend the summer at his Grandfather's farm, he is not happy about leaving his friends in the city and all the plans they have made. But he soon becomes enchanted by life in the country: the animals, the river, and the vast fields of wheat. As the days pass, Gregory also learns many lessons about life and family. Set in a world that is vastly different from today, adults can take a humorous trip down memory lane as they experience Gregory's many adventures. And children will learn what things were like in a time not so long ago.

Mata Hari: Dancer. Courtesan. Enigma. Spy. 100 years after her death, this exotic woman continues to fascinate. From her debut in 1905 to her tragic fate in 1917, "Mata Hari - A New Musical" follows the last 12 years of her life, examining the people, places, and things which influenced her decisions. Through song, the audience is transported to a peaceful pre-war era, and plunged into the chaos of a world in conflict. But at its core, Mata Hari is simply a story of a lonely woman who yearns to be loved...

To journey is to explore. Not only to places distant, but into the deepest parts of the soul...journeys of self-exploration, experience and growth. Through a variety of themes and emotions, this collection of poems -- one for each week of the year -- examines life's ups and downs, our hopes and dreams, our successes and failures. Many have double-meanings, but all are passionate, honest, and sincere.

"Titanic Wives" tells the stories of several women on the maiden voyage of the ill-fated ship, from heiresses and scheming social climbers, to maids and innocent immigrants. The wealthy share tea over juicy gossip, their status dependent on the business dealings of their husbands. The poor struggle in a harsh world, envious and mistrustful of those they encounter. Titanic -- at its most extravagant and steamy. Rated R for language and erotic content. Please enjoy this short video promotion at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6H4S2aUO8pc

When a renowned scientist is kidnapped in Rome by someone believed to be Canadian, secret agent Jessica Malone is dispatched from Ottawa to investigate the case. As she follows the clues around the world, she joins forces with a sexy CIA operative. But it's a race against time to discover who is behind a string of killings, and what the psychopath's ultimate goal may be.