Teenager Lisa Herbert lives in the small town of Mountain View on the planet Fairfield. The "Savage Rain" decades earlier shut down the hyperspace gate and isolated her world. A casual remark from her sister gets Lisa to ask a simple question: "If life was better before the 'Savage Rain, ' why couldn't it be better again?"That question starts Lisa on a journey. She reactivates Fairfield's H-gate and travels to three worlds. Each planet offers her a chance to improve life by hard work, by trade, or by making friends. She relies on her brains, her compassion, and a little sneakiness to solve the problems she faces.Lisa's Way presents a heroine more interested in reasoning than fighting, and more concerned with doing good than looking good."The novel's emphasis on character rather than technology combined with it's almost agrarian sensibilities make it a great one for fantasy fans who thought they could never enjoy science fiction. By the same token, this is a particularly good novel for teens and young adults looking for something that's not another Harry Potter clone."- David Lee Summers, Tales of the Talisman
Italian Kids Songs and Rhymes: A Mama Lisa Book Italy A land with a rich tradition of children's songs and rhymes In this book we've gathered over eighty Italian songs and rhymes, presented in their original language and with translations into English. Many have commentary sent to us by our correspondents around the world. It's an ideal resource for teachers of the Italian language, parents who want to share memories with their children, and anyone who loves the Italian culture. You'll find nursery rhymes like "Batta le Manine" (Clap Your Hands), songs like "La bella lavanderina" (The Pretty Washerwoman) and Christmas carols like the beloved "Tu scendi dalle stelle" (You Come Down from the Stars). Italy has been at the center of Western civilization for thousands of years, and we've included representatives from that entire time span. So you'll even find a few songs in Latin, the language of the Roman Empire and the Church, like "Personent hodie" (This Day Resounds), a carol from the 1500's. We're also very pleased to include several songs in different Italian dialects. Italy has had varied linguistic influences over the ages and this has led to many different variants of the language still being spoken there. Many have also been preserved in immigrant communities, particularly in the US, though these are fading as the children and grandchildren of immigrants often speak only English. Yet those same people have treasured memories of the rhymes and songs their grandparents sang to them. There's not always a sharp distinction between songs sung by children and by adults. So we've included a sampling of popular traditional songs like "Santa Lucia". "Italian Kids Songs and Rhymes" is produced by Mama Lisa's World, where we work with ordinary people around the globe to build a platform to preserve and exchange traditional culture. Most of the featured songs and rhymes have been provided by our contributors, to whom we're very grateful The book works in concert with our web site. At the end of each item, there's a web address to an online version of the song or rhyme. There we are often able to include sheet music, recordings and videos of performances. We hope this book will help foster love of the Italian language and culture all over the world Grazie This book includes: -Italian songs, rhymes, lullabies, and carols -Each in the original language and with translations into English -Commentary from ordinary people about what the songs have meant to their lives -Web links to recordings and sheet music -Illustrations
Mexico A vibrant land of color and beautiful music. Moving literature and delicious food. Breathtaking natural scenery and awe-inspiring ancient cultures. In this book we've gathered over 80 children's songs and rhymes that are popular in Mexico, presented in their original Spanish language and with translations into English. Many have commentary sent to us by our correspondents who are immersed in the traditions and culture of Mexico. You'll find nursery rhymes like Tortillitas (Little Tortillas), circle games like A la rueda de San Miguel (The Circle of St. Miguel), and lullabies like Arrorr mi ni o (Hush-a-bye My Baby). We've also included songs for special occasions like Las ma anitas (Little Morning) - a birthday and Mother's Day Song. And, of course, Cantos para romper la pi ata (Songs for Breaking the Pi ata), a collection of verses sung during one of our favorite Mexican traditions There's not always a sharp distinction between songs sung by children and by adults. So we've included a sampling of popular traditional songs like De Colores (All the Colors). De colores is originally from Spain, as are many songs that are sung in both Mexico and many countries in South America. Mexico has had interesting influences from the Mayan and Aztec civilizations. So you'll find several songs here from those cultures, including Xtoles... which has one of the oldest musical melodies still known. At the end of each item, there's a web address to an online version of the song or rhyme. There we are often able to include sheet music, recordings and videos of performances. We hope this book will help foster a love of Mexican songs and culture all over the world This book includes: -Mexican songs, rhymes, lullabies, and carols -Each in the original language and with translations into English -Commentary from ordinary people about what the songs have meant to their lives -Web links to recordings and sheet music -Illustrations
France Home of Paris and Provence. Land of amazing food and the Eiffel Tower. Host to much of the world's best art. Endowed with a rich tradition of children's songs and rhymes. In this book we've gathered over 50 of France's best-loved traditional children's songs, presented in their original French language and with translations into English. Many have commentary sent to us by our correspondents who are immersed in the traditions and culture of France. You'll find well-known songs like Fr re Jacques, Alouette and Au clair de la lune, alongside many you may never have heard of. These songs are still sung today, but many hark back to France's rich history. A time when church bells were still used to tell the time, as in Fr re Jacques. A romantic time when knights roamed the land looking for love, as in Compagnons de la Marjolaine. If you're not a native you'll have a chance to learn the songs that every French child knows and loves. At the end of each item in this book, there's a web address to an online version of the song or rhyme. There we are often able to include sheet music, recordings and videos of performances. We hope this book will help foster a love of French songs and culture all over the world This book includes: -French songs, rhymes, and carols -Each in the original language and with translations into English -Commentary from ordinary people about what the songs have meant to their lives -Web links to recordings and sheet music -Illustrations
I AM... LISA M. ANDRADE award-winning poetess is an intimate insight into Lisa M. Andrade's charismatic life, whimsical mind, and fun personality. An array of poems are sprinkled throughout the book like candied confetti that is sure to sweeten the palates of both food and poetry connoisseurs alike. Lisa's poetry carries connotations of romance, seduction, and other tidbits of emotions such as anger, love, and happiness. Her collection of 100+ most prized and beloved works is the icing on the cake in making her dreams come true for this award-winning poetess.
