A tired man is already in the grip of death and insanity … A sane man is … fully awake. As he grows tired, he loses his ability to rise above dreams and delusions, and life becomes steadily more chaotic.
All This I Promise explores everything from the end of British rule in India to the foundation of the United Nations, and the crucial role that monarchy played in the ever-shifting era.
I forgot to mention I got my kobo ebook reader today!!
See if you can spot any interesting books! Also, please feel free to recommend me some! I have read in ages so I’m trying to find my groove when it comes to reading books!
In this portrait of two generations, a granddaughter and a grandmother come to terms with what it means to be family and alive in a world on fire. Heglar weaves an unforgettable story of the climate crisis, Black resistance, and the enduring power of family.
Coming out on the brighter side
Randy Scobey found his faith, but it was sorely tested after he came out as a teen. His experiences led him into the abusive world of gay conversion therapy, and he helped shut down one of its most influential proponents. Today, as a gay man of faith, he recounts his experiences in a memoir that he hopes can save lives in the rainbow community. Jack Yan reviews Randy’s new book, Why: a Memoir
What an incredible and imaginative nonfiction book ! Solstice focuses on the longest/shortest day on Earth and how it is celebrated around the world. Fourteen fictional children share their cultures and beliefs, focusing on music, dance, food or language. This picture book is truly interesting, and so beautiful !
Young dragon lovers will love this extraordinary tale about courage, determination and the power to stay true to ourselves despite the circumstances.
Strong is an inspiring story with beautiful illustrations. I loved the sweet atmosphere and the strong will of the main character. It is a great read to remind young ones how special they are.
A metaphorically rich and reflective tale of sisterhood and strength, The Wisdom of the Willow is a story of hope and healing, of the choices that shape our lives, and the challenges we all face as we seek to find our places in the world.
My #bookreview is brief/won't spoil, to spread good, great, & spectacular #horror#books far & wide.
WHEN THE DEVIL is a novelette from Emma E. Murray that packs many horrors inside of its compelling, feverish intensity. Libby's world is dark and cruel, and any peace, joy, or deliverance comes with a price. Devils abound, but sometimes the fruit they offer makes the damnation worth it. (Shortwave Publishing)
New: Laura R. Samotin's queer grimdark fantasy The Sins on Their Bones.
Set in a Jewish folklore-inspired reimagining of 19th century Eastern Europe, this queer dark fantasy debut pits two estranged husbands and a daring spymaster on opposite sides of a civil war. Perfect for fans of Leigh ...
#Book | Le libre arbitre existe-t-il? La beauté est-elle dans l’œil du spectateur? Faut-il limiter la liberté? Abordez les grandes questions philosophiques –avec des cartes mentales, des questions-réponses et des illustrations pour mieux s’orienter.
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How to win an information war : the propagandist who outwitted Hitler
by Peter Pomerantsev
a kind of #biography of Sefton Delmer, the Berlin-born British counter-propaganda expert who ran several successful anti-Nazi stations brodcasting into ww2 Germany.
Pomerantsev is an expert on contemporary propaganda, and parallels Nazi propaganda with that produced by Russia to justify its atrocities.
Contestant: "I have a massive #book collection in my library at home. I have... a good two hundred #books in my collection."
I'm not one to yuck someone's yum nor consider such things a competitive sport but, mate, that's just two of my shelves... after "massive" I was hoping to hear at least 4-5X that.