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Ben Balloon and Friends is a collection of children's verse, sometimes whimsical, sometimes funny, always fun to read, for children of all ages.
Lilies Are Waiting: Old Fashioned Poems is a collection of poems, including beautiful verses about nature, and also rhyming and free verse on a variety of topics, from Love to Antique Shops, and many other subjects, some humorous, and all very moving.
Your Mission: Find Mary’s secret diary using spycraft stools to uncover hidden codes! It’s a true story of bravery: Mary Bowser was an African American spy for the Union who worked as a maid in the mansion of Confederate Jefferson Davis. From hair-raising close calls when she almost gets caught to how she uses her photographic memory to “steal” top secret documents. Mary’s story reads like a gripping novel.It’s a mystery to solve: There are clues embedded in the story’s text and illustrations, and Spycraft materials—including a replica Civil War cipher wheel—come in an envelope at the beginning of the book. Use both to discover what happened to Mary Bowser’s secret diary.
Mary Bowsers hemmeligheter er basert på en sann fortelling, og er en inspirerende roman om en modig kvinnes vilje til å ofre sin egen frihet for å endre historien.Hele livet har Mary Bowser vært slave hos den velstående familien Van Lew i Richmond, Virginia. Men når Bet, den viljesterke datteren i huset, bestemmer seg for å sende Mary til Philadelphia slik at hun kan få seg en utdannelse, må Mary gripe sjansen og forlate sin familie for et liv i frihet.Livet i nord fører med seg nye vennskap, et kjæresteforhold og helt andre studier enn Mary noen gang forventet seg og som bringer henne inn i bevegelsen for avskaffelse av slaveriet. Mens nasjonen står på randen av borgerkrig, bryter hun Virginias lover ved å returnere til Richmond for å ta vare på sin syke far – og for frigjøringskampen. Under dekke av å være slave begynner hun å arbeide i huset til konføderasjonens president, Jefferson Davis. Sammen med Bet risikerer hun livet for å smugle ut informasjon til unionistene. Hun står hele tiden i fare for å bli avslørt, og fører også dem som står henne nærmest bak lyset, for å tjene saken. Når det ser ut til at alt arbeidet hennes ser ut til å lykkes, oppdager Mary at alt har sin pris – til og med friheten.
"Masterfully written, The Secrets of Mary Bowser shines a new light onto our country's darkest history."--Brunonia Barry, bestselling author of The Lace Reader "Packed with drama, intrigue, love, loss, and most of all, the resilience of a remarkable heroine....What a treat "--Kelly O'Connor McNees, author of The Lost Summer of Louisa May AlcottBased on the remarkable true story of a freed African American slave who returned to Virginia at the onset of the Civil War to spy on the Confederates, The Secrets of Mary Bowser is a masterful debut by an exciting new novelist. Author Lois Leveen combines fascinating facts and ingenious speculation to craft a historical novel that will enthrall readers of women's fiction, historical fiction, and acclaimed works like Cane River and Cold Mountain that offer intimate looks at the twin nightmares of slavery and Civil War. A powerful and unforgettable story of a woman who risked her own freedom to bring freedom to millions of others, The Secrets of Mary Bowser celebrates the courageous achievements of a little known but truly inspirational American heroine.
'I spy with my little eye, where the bird goes when he doesn't fly,' Mama said one mid-day, her words floating on the Richmond heat as we carried empty cookpots through the yard to the kitchen.Mama, your little girl is all grown up, and still playing our best game. I am a spy . . .Mary Bowser was born a slave. She was freed and educated.Then she willingly went back into slavery . . .As the American Civil War looms, Mary gives up her independence and returns to her home state. There she poses as an illiterate slave in the Confederate White House and spies on President Jefferson Davis. But as the death and destruction of war take their toll, Mary discovers that everything comes at a cost--even freedom.Based on a true story, The Secrets of Mary Bowser is an extraordinary and inspiring tale of injustice and courage, friendship and conflict--and of one woman willing to sacrifice her own liberty to change the course of history.
Based on the remarkable true story of a freed African American slave who returned to Virginia at the onset of the Civil War to spy on the Confederates. Author Lois Leveen combines fascinating facts and ingenious speculation to craft a historical novel that will enthrall readers of women's fiction, historical fiction, and acclaimed works like Cane River and Cold Mountain that offer intimate looks at the twin nightmares of slavery and Civil War. A powerful and unforgettable story of a woman who risked her own freedom to bring freedom to millions of others, The Secrets of Mary Bowser celebrates the courageous achievements of a little known but truly inspirational American heroine.
Choose Your Own Adventure SPIES: Mary Bowser by Kyandreia Jones puts YOU in the shoes of real-life Civil War heroine, Mary Bowser. 9-12 year old readers will join an organized ring of women who spy in plain sight to help the Union during the Civil War. Choose Your Own Adventure SPIES: Mary Bowser is an interactive adventure book in which YOU decide what happens next. YOU are a brave and fearless woman. You can ride standing on the back of a horse while shooting a bow and arrow. You never go anywhere without your sword. But your best skill of all is your ability to disguise yourself. Will YOU infiltrate the Confederate White House, posing as a servant, and gather information for the Union?
Women Spies: A Novel of Remembrance of Mata Hari, Mary Bowser, Noor Inayat Khan, Nancy Wake and other Strong Women of History
Jack Johnson
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2016
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Joy and delight in life inspire this heartfelt true story.Growing up in one of the poorest families in a poor Yezidi village, life in Iraq was not easy for young Adil Murad. He and other Yezidis in the Sinjar region regularly faced persecution due to their faith.Despite the negative forces that disrupted his education, threatened his personal safety, and thwarted his ability to make a living, Adil somehow dreamed of a better life. By relying on his unwavering optimism, his ability to draw inspiration from dreams and visions, and finding clever ways to take advantage of the scarce resources available to him, Adil teaches himself English by reading books while watching over the family's flock of sheep.The 2003 arrival of the American military in Iraq leads to life-altering opportunities along with new dangers. With dogged determination and a belief that in time good things will come his way, Adil takes charge of his life, and even he is surprised as one by one, his dreams begin to come true.
In everyday life, we all dance to various types of music, march to a different rhythm and sing to the tune of different melodies. But I really would like to know who is the Supreme Drum Major that guides your every move and footsteps? Are you marching to the beat or just marking time? Let's march together in Unity to the Beat of God's Heart and keep in line with the Perpetual Rhythm of His Divine Grace and Mercy. When we are out of sync with God, we are also out of sync with life. So let s keep in step and blend our voices in perfect harmony. Let us walk together in love, peace, harmony, and unity............ With No Strings Attached, and no batteries inserted
She always believed there are moments in our lives that can be defi ned as a transition between the "before and the after," between the "cause and the eff ect." She is in a space between her comfort zone and infi nity. Sometimes she wants to hide and not be seen, not be open, and not be vulnerable, but she also realizes that as a writer, she is obligated. So she comes to the conclusion that there are two ways she can do this, soft and gentle or fast and hard; either way, both will get her to the other side, if she just creates. Whenever you or someone chooses a path designated and appointed just for you, follow that path to the end. Sure, you may sometimes come to a roadblock then take the detour. You see, a detour could be an interstate highway to your dream. It's not the end of the road. Writing makes one's Soul smile and their Spirit shine. It is only me and God's Shadow. It is not an occasional resort for me, but a constant abiding place where she can fi nd not only consolation, but also habitation. It's my home, my safe haven, my quietude and my quiet space where my writing and creativity consumes me, and yet cannot quench the fi re within. My heart speaks to me, and the words penetrate and pierce my soul to the very core of my being. Words of encouragement and inspiration, words that we dare not utter, but is imprinted and embedded deep within our souls. I learned early in life that courage was not the absence of fear but the triumph and victory over it. Seemingly, I gain my greatest strength in the midst of distress, because it allows me to grow brave by refl ection. I try in all aspects of my life to live creatively. I reside in my quiet space, where no one else has ever been, only God and my Brave Audacity with Humble Weakness.
Honesty is my moral compass, which is grounded and rooted upon a solid and stable foundation. My sense of integrity, self-worth, and self-confidence is not dependent on the outside world, but it is an internal feeling. This feeling cannot be emulated. You have to build one for yourself. Learn to focus on more than the outer appearance of things, and use a soft focus on the senses you have been divinely blessed with. Believe me, there is always much more to a story than meets the eye and ear. Listen to your breathing and heartbeat, and then you will become aware of the rhythms around you. Mix all of the ingredients with a hungry thirst for knowledge and a curious mind, and it will help you build your moral compass of honesty. She always believed there are moments in our lives that can be defined as a transition between the "before and the after," between the "cause and the effect." She is in a space between her comfort zone and infinity. Sometimes she wants to hide and not be seen, not be open, and not be vulnerable, but she also realizes that as a writer, she is obligated. So she comes to the conclusion that there are two ways she can do this, soft and gentle or fast and hard; either way, both will get her to the other side, if she just creates. Whenever you or someone chooses a path designated and appointed just for you, follow that path to the end. Sure, you may sometimes come to a roadblock then take the detour. You see, a detour could be an interstate highway to your dream. It's not the end of the road. Writing makes one's Soul smile and their Spirit shine. It is only me and God's Shadow. It is not an occasional resort for me, but a constant abiding place where she can find not only consolation but also habitation. It's my home, my safe haven, my quietude and my quiet space where my writing and creativity consumes me, and yet cannot quench the fire within. My heart speaks to me, and the words penetrate and pierce my soul to the very core of my being. Words of encouragement and inspiration, words that we dare not utter, but is imprinted and embedded deep within our souls.
FIRE and REDEMPTION: In Fearless Pursuit of WHAT SETS MY SOUL ON FIRE
Mary Bowers
Xulon Press
2021
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