Autorka se ponořila do historie, aby oživila tragický příběh Ruth Blay, poslední ženy popravené v New Hampshire v roce 1768. Tento fascinující a zároveň děsivý okamžik ji inspiroval k vytvoření nového románu, který se odvíjí ve státě New Hampshire. Její díla často čerpají inspiraci z prostředí Brooklynu, kde autorka žije, ale její nový román se odklání k historickým tématům. Prostřednictvím svého psaní autorka zkoumá temnější stránky lidské historie a osudů.
Born a slave in Maryland, Harriet Tubman knew first-hand what it meant to be someone's property; she was whipped by owners and almost killed by an overseer. It was from other field hands that she first heard about the Underground Railroad which she travelled by herself north to Philadelphia. Throughout her long life (she died at the age of ninety-two) and long after the Civil War brought an end to slavery, this amazing woman was proof of what just one person can do.
Set during World War I, the story follows nine-year-old Anna and her sisters who help in their parents' doll repair shop. Their playful routine is disrupted when an embargo on German-made goods jeopardizes the family's business. Faced with this challenge, Anna takes on the responsibility of devising a plan to save the shop, showcasing her creativity and determination amidst the turmoil of war.
No one knows where the term Underground Railroad came from--there were no trains or tracks, only "conductors" who helped escaping slaves to freedom. Including real stories about "passengers" on the "Railroad," this book chronicles slaves' close calls with bounty hunters, exhausting struggles on the road, and what they sacrificed for freedom. With 80 black-and-white illustrations throughout and a sixteen-page black-and-white photo insert, the Underground Railroad comes alive!
In 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. This seemingly small act triggered civil rights protests across America and earned Rosa Parks the title OMother of the Civil Rights Movement.O This biography has blackand- white illustrations throughout.
Excited by the discovery of a pregnant cat behind her parents' doll shop, Anna anticipates the arrival of her cousin from Russia and is disappointed when her cousin does not respond to her friendly overtures, a situation that is improved by a mutual love of dolls and cats.
Explore the most amazing wonders of the ancient world! More than 2,000 years ago, travelers wrote about the incredible sights they saw while on their journeys. They told tales of hanging gardens that were built for a Babylonian queen, and a colossal statue that guided ships through the harbor of Rhodes in Greece. These writers compiled a list of the very best of these sights that are now known as the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Author Yona Zeldis McDonough takes the readers on a trip to the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the Great Pyramids in Egypt (the only Wonder still standing), the Statue of Zeus at Olympia and the Colossus of Rhodes in ancient Greece, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, and the Temple of Artemis, detailing the creativity and skill that these early civilizations possessed.
Learn the story behind the ten laws that have been the guiding light of Judeo-Christian belief. Not just about Moses, whose origin story leaves open questions, this book looks back at the time when the commandments were written, how the belief in one all-powerful God set the Israelites apart from other ancient peoples, and the roles the Ten Commandments have played in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It also looks at what each individual commandment means and how together they form the basis of leading a moral life as well as forming a just government.
If not for a stint in reform school, young Louis Armstrong might never have become a musician. It was a teacher at the Colored Waifs? Home who gave him a cornet, promoted him to band leader, and saw talent in the tough kid from the even tougher New Orleans neighborhood called Storyville. But it was Louis Armstrong?s own passion and genius that pushed jazz into new and exciting realms with his amazing, improvisational trumpet playing. His seventy-year life spanned a critical time in American music as well as black history.
In this captivating tale, a father and son, both married, become enamored with the same enchanting ballerina. Oscar Kornblatt, a seasoned first violinist with the New York City Ballet, becomes spellbound by Ginny Valentine, a dancer who stands out among the corps de ballet. When his wife Ruth is away, Oscar invites Ginny to his Upper West Side apartment, and they embark on a brief but intense affair. Despite its end, Oscar's feelings for Ginny persist. He invites her to Thanksgiving dinner, where she meets his eldest son, Gabriel, who is home from San Francisco. Gabriel, married to a beautiful yet unstable woman, finds himself drawn to Ginny as well. As family ties begin to unravel, Ruth takes drastic actions to protect her most cherished possession: her granddaughter, Isobel. Set against the glamorous backdrop of the New York City Ballet, the narrative delves into the complexities of love and marriage. Through its vivid characters, the story reveals how desires can disrupt lives in unexpected ways. With masterful storytelling, Yona Zeldis McDonough weaves a powerful and emotionally charged tale of two affairs, exploring the tumultuous nature of human relationships.
In 1942 France, Marcel delivers for his parents' bakery on his bike. He dreams of someday competing in the Tour de France, but there's been no race since Germany's occupation. Marcel soon comes to realize there are worse things about the war than a canceled race.
