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Ruby Hamad passionately argues that for years, white feminism has been a tool of white supremacy used to suppress women of color. Hamad takes you through a history lesson, showing the impact of white feminism from slavery to colonialism to the modern workforce, giving cultural criticism to how the patriarchy has used white women to negate minority voices. In December 2000, the paper ran an article about Wes Moore receiving a Rhodes Scholarship. Yet, another article captivated Moore’s attention. Another boy named Wes Moore was accused of killing a police office in an armed robbery. After following the other Wes Moore’s trial and conviction, Moore reached out to him in prison. Their correspondence revealed two boys with similar childhoods and similar trials whose choices lead them in very different directions. The List that Changed My Life" was light, funny and poignant, heart - warming debut novel about love, sisterhood and about how much you are able to sacrifice for those you love, how far you'd go for them. It was emotional, and it was incredibly humorous, there was a lightness to it even though it touched upon such a serious issue as being diagnosed with MS, but it didn't make my cry. It was about stepping out of your comfort zones and taking advantages and opportunities. It was life - affirming and also thought - provoking, showing that it's not so difficult to test your limits and to simply enjoy and appreciate what the world has on offer. I'm already looking forward to next Olivia Beirne's novel, she's certainly one to watch.
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On the remote San Piedro Island in the Pugent Sound, Japanese American Kabuo Miyamoto is charged with the murder of a local fisherman found mysteriously drowned. During the trial, San Piedro is forced to reconcile with its dark past, an entire community of Japanese Americans forced into exile during World War II. Just Mercy eloquently talks about the death penalty as a flawed system. Even when there is no doubt someone is guilty, the book shows the necessity of mercy that’s required to truly be humane.” Tamela from Mount Pleasant, South Carolina It helped me to prepare for the death of my Papa. I knew what to expect and could prepare for it so I wasn’t anxious or distressed. It also meant I could focus on enjoying the time I had left with him.” Clare from Scotland histeria, że umrze, bo zjadła coś z dodatkiem curry i przy okazji popis ostentacyjnego oddychania jakby zaraz miała urodzić.. As a teenager, this book stood out as a battle between good and evil and the idea that the choices you make, both good and bad, have impacts that can change lives.” Martini from Virginia BeachMade me think twice about how precious and valuable life is. It reminded me that tomorrow is not given and how important it is to really live in the moment.” Stephanie from Long Island, New York From beginning to end the process took about three years, I would say, because there was a lot of research involved. Three program officers at the National Book Foundation–Meredith Andrews, Maryann Jacob and Sherrie Young–helped enormously, by copying for me every news story, feature, scholarly article, book review, or essay related to the authors that they could find. The rest–synthesizing all that material, finding other sources, reading the authors’ books as well as their favorite titles, devising the interview questions, and editing the interviews–was up to me. But to be honest, the authors made it easy–they were not only astonishingly articulate and insightful, but their kindness and patience invariably dissolved the anxiety I felt at the beginning of every conversation. I’m deeply grateful for everything that has happened in the past 11 years – and it all started with The List. Very carefully! The authors featured in this book are some of America’s most eminent novelists, historians, poets and essayists, so I tried my hardest to prepare as thoroughly and as thoughtfully as I could for every interview. I spoke to the authors by phone, frantically taking notes by hand since I was always afraid that some technological disaster would compromise the audio tapes I recorded simultaneously. Thankfully, that never happened.
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Je déclare ouverte la saison des lectures rigolotes et bienfaisantes ! En cette période des beaux jours, des vacances et de ♪♫ l'été sera chaud, l'été sera chaud, dans les tee-shirts dans les maillots ♪♫ j'avais donc envie de replonger dans mes petites comédies chéries. Ça commence bien, avec ce roman d'Olivia Beirne. Une lecture qui donne le sourire, tout en traitant de la maladie et des liens entre frangines. Je valide. C'était TOP. When Georgia’s sister is diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, she promises to do everything her older sibling can no longer do, resulting in a journey that will change her life forever… An uplifting story that will put a huge smile on your face and bunches of hope in your heart... absolutely recommend to anyone who is a fan of a well told story with wonderful characters and a delicious aMount of humor... If you want to find success, you need to establish solid habits. In Atomic Habits, Clear outlines in detail the steps you can take to build good habits and break bad ones. With excellent insights and workable tips, Clear’s methodology will allow you to design your habits to improve your life. Instead of looking for books about self-discipline, learn how to build correct habits in this must-read life-changing book. A lot of times we follow the patterns of others. After reading the book I knew I wanted to learn to accept my feelings, and my wants, and my decisions. I started challenging myself more often.” Renee from Ontario, Canada
In 1985, Yale Tishman is set to acquire a treasure trove of artwork for the Chicago art gallery where he works. When his friend Nico dies of AIDS, Yale watches as all his best friends begin dying, leaving Nico’s sister Fiona as the only friend left. Flash forward to 1985, when Fiona is in Paris trying to find her daughter and coming to grips with how AIDS has altered her life. If you asked me what is the absolute saddest book ever, hands down the answer would be Vera Brittain’s autobiography. When the First World War comes to Britain, Vera’s older brother and all his friends enlist in the military. Not to be left behind, Vera herself ends up leaving school to become a nurse, serving in London, Malta and the Western Front in France. By the end of the war, almost all the men she ever knew are dead. Four classmates from a small Massachusetts college all find themselves in New York City trying to make their way in life: wannabe actor Willem, aspiring painter JB, entry-level architect Malcolm, and Jude who holds them all together. Over the decades, their friendships deepen but also darken – fighting addiction, coping with trauma, and balancing ambition and success. It truly opened my eyes to the struggles and horrors of Sudan.” Bethany from Lancashire, United Kingdom
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