Biographien

Annelie Kretschmann ist zweimal "geflohen worden", wie sie selbst es ausdrückt: Das erste Mal 1945, als sie zwei Jahre alt war und die Rote Armee auf Schneidemühl, wo sie mit Mutter, Großeltern und Schwester lebte, vorrückte; das zweite Mal im Alter von neun Jahren, als ihre Eltern die DDR in Richtung Bundesrepublik verließen. Vieles aus ihrer eigenen Geschichte und den Erzählungen ihrer Familienmitglieder fällt ihr wieder ein, als sie 2015 beginnt, Flüchtlinge aus verschiedenen Ländern an ihrem Wohnort in Münster in Deutsch zu unterrichten."Fliehen, Weggehen ist nur der Anfang", fasst sie ihre eigenen Erfahrungen und die der von ihr betreuten Flüchtlinge zusammen. "Mindestens genauso schwierig ist das Ankommen..."

Sehr überrascht gab sich die Bundesregierung vom Schuldenbremsen-Urteil des Bundesverfassungsgerichts - auch in dieser Reaktion zeigt sich für Sebastian Huhnholz die seit Jahren schon andauernde Schieflage der deutschen Fiskalpolitik. Über den Stand der real existierenden und die Möglichkeit einer postkolonialen Ägyptologie denkt Florian Ebeling nach. Richard Schuberth blickt auf Lord Byron und die Elgin Marbles, und zwar immer auch von der Gegenwart und ihren Fragen nach Restitution aus.   In seiner Rechtskolumne versucht sich Florian Meinel an einer Einordnung der Bauernproteste. Georg Simmerl hat eine Tagung zur documenta 15 besucht - sein Bericht widmet sich dabei naturgemäß Fragen, die aktuell zu sein nicht aufgehört haben.   Klaus Walter hat einen Chor von Stimmen zusammengestellt, der das Phänomen Taylor Swift zu erklären versucht. Die Zusammenhänge von Architekturfantasien und -realitäten mit dem Rechtspopulismus untersucht Jan-Werner Müller. Um die Nostalgie als Zeichen unserer Zeit geht es bei Valentin Groebner. In einer kurzen Erzählung von Sibylle Severus gibt es, vom Titel versprochen, ein Auto, aber auch, wovon der Titel nicht spricht: eine Kuh. In Susanne Neuffers abschließendem Text setzt sich ein Film zwischen Realität und Traum neu zusammen.

Anton Ottmann eröffnet einen bewegenden Einblick in das Leben des Ehepaars Rositta und Leopold Oppenheimer sowie ihrer Söhne Hans und Max - eine Familie, die durch die Schrecken des Holocausts zerrissen wurde, aber nie aufhörte, gegen das Vergessen anzukämpfen. Ottmann verknüpft die fragmentierten Lebenswege zu einem fesselnden Gesamtbild einer deutsch-jüdischen Familie mit regionalem Bezug. Von Heidelberg bis nach London, von den französischen Internierungslagern Gurs und Noé, von der Verfolgung bis zum Exil, taucht Ottmann tief in die Geschichte dieser Familie ein. Herzstück des Buches bilden Auszüge aus 200 Briefen, die sich die Oppenheimers in der Zeit des Zweiten Weltkriegs geschrieben haben - Zeilen, die von Angst, Liebe, Hoffnung und der unerschütterlichen Bindung zwischen Eltern und Kindern zeugen. Zusammen mit den von Ottmann verfassten Biografien enthüllen sie ein Leben zwischen Verzweiflung und Zuneigung, zwischen dem Kampf ums Überleben und dem Festhalten an Menschlichkeit und Wahrhaftigkeit.

Als die vierzehnjährige Alice mit ihren Eltern von der Stadt in ein kleines Eifeldorf zieht, findet sie an ihrer neuen Schule in dem ihr zugewiesenen Spind immer wieder seltsame Gegenstände. Was haben sie zu bedeuten? Sind es Botschaftften an sie? Und warum wurde die Nummer des Spinds überklebt? Gemeinsam mit Luca, dem Sohn des Schulleiters, begibt sie sich auf eine Spurensuche, die tief in die Vergangenheit führt - zu einem alten Unrecht, das bis in die Gegenwart nachwirkt. Und auch sie beide betrifft.Sieben junge Schreibtalente zwischen 13 und 15 Jahren stießen in der Schulchronik des Geschwister-Scholl-Gymnasiums in Daun auf ein dramatisches Ereignis von 1993, das sie zu einer ganzen Romanhandlung inspirierte, in der sich authentische Schulhistorie und Fiktion zu einer packenden Geschichte verflechten.

This book is intended to tell the story, both in words and in pictures, by enabling my audience to envision my journey and ancestor's path unfolded through my vey own eyes, supported by genealogy, research, interview, and my dream visions. Take a journey with me and them down the path to spiritual freedom. This was rehearsed and written for seventeen years by the little girl Anajat jaguar who was gifted with keen sight like the beautiful but noble and loyal jaguar, my spirit animal. In addition, my book is intended for the restoration of the soul in all the essence of life. People must continue to believe in a higher calling to obtain inner peace with harmonious love for creation and all inhabitants in our society.

Clarence Darrow has long been an icon for many lawyers-the "Attorney for the Damned," as he was dubbed by journalist Lincoln Steffens. But the Darrow legend doesn't square with the facts. Blowhard pulls back the curtain and exposes the real Darrow-the Darrow who believed the ends justified the means and that justice was nothing more than "a pattern according to our own personal conceptions." The Darrow who kidnapped and intimidated witnesses. The Darrow who bribed jurors. The Darrow who believed truth was expendable in pursuit of his own goals.You'll never be able to look at Clarence Darrow the same way again.

The term "Dissociation of Sensibility" has its origin in an essay published by T. S. Eliot in 1921 on the Metaphysical Poets, in which he referred to a dramatic change in poetic experience taking place in the Seventeenth Century. He attributed this change to social and literary causes but, in fact, the true origin of this change lies in the development of scientific thought at the time and in particular in the intellectual activities of Francis Bacon (1561-1626). His advocacy of the scientific method and technological progress set in motion a "dissociation of sensibility" which has changed not simply poetic expression but our whole way of thinking about society and our relationship with the natural world.This book is an attempt to explore the background to this process of dissociation and to evaluate its effects. David Conduct is a retired History teacher, now living in Durham. When not writing he can be found busking from home @Durham Busker on Twitter and YouTube.

Everyone who knew her as Ah Ping is now dead.I know her only as Paupau - Cantonese for 'maternal grandmother'.Paupau is forgetting many things. She can't remember what day of the week it is, what she had for breakfast or even how old she is as early onset dementia slowly eats away at her brain. But some things Paupau can never forget, even if she tried. The burning smell of her village after the Japanese destroyed her home in Southern China, or her mother's pained face as seven-year-old Ah Ping is sold to the Tang family as a child bride. Torn from her family and imprisoned in Tang House on an island off Hong Kong, Ah Ping endures decades of physical and emotional abuse, sexual violence and abject poverty. How does Ah Ping learn not to succumb to the tyrants in her life and lose her capacity for love?Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing post-war Hong Kong, A Hakka Woman is a remarkable and heart-wrenching tale about survival, womanhood and the power of a mother's love. Retold through her granddaughter Di Lebowitz, Paupau's story defines what it means to be a Hakka woman.

Kick Ass: Changing the Odds through Faith, Will, and Hard Work is a powerful narrative of resilience and determination. The author recounts her journey following a catastrophic accident that left her paralyzed from the neck down, a condition akin to that of Christopher Reeve. In her darkest hour, she turned to Christ, whose response marked the beginning of a remarkable turnaround. Her head therapist, upon her departure from acute rehab, confessed that he initially doubted her chances of recovery. Despite this, she defied expectations. Evie, a Michigan State University graduate, furthered her education by obtaining an MBA on a grant from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She broke barriers as the only female director in the aerospace sector of Allied Signal. Her steadfast faith in Christ provided the strength needed to navigate through her life's crises. Now a mother of two and grandmother of three, she cherishes the life she has been able to resume, despite its limitations. These restrictions once hindered her from golfing for 11.5 years. However, after discovering Balance of Nature, she joyously returned to golf, a beloved activity she thought lost to her, completing the last piece of her recovery puzzle.

"You Loved Me" by Chaitali Nath is a brooding labyrinth of verses, drowning in the despair of unrequited love. Nath's words cut deep, revealing the agonizing journey of not reciprocating affection. The anthology, though beautifully written, is a haunting exploration of the heart's cruel indifference.Chaitali Nath's "You Loved Me" resonates deeply, artfully capturing the universal essence of unrequited love. Through heartfelt verses, Nath skillfully paints a portrait of emotional turmoil, making the pain of unreciprocated feelings universally relatable. Readers will find solace in the shared experiences, fostering a profound connection with the poet's tender exploration."You Loved Me" by Chaitali Nath is a somber exploration of unrequited love, drowning readers in the melancholy of missed connections. Nath's poetry, though eloquent, wallows in despair, offering little solace. The verses feel more like an unrelenting storm of sorrow than a nuanced reflection on the complexities of love.Chaitali Nath's "You Loved Me" is a poignant masterpiece, unraveling the intricate tapestry of unrequited love with unparalleled grace. Nath's poetic prowess shines through, weaving words that delicately capture the profound pain of unreturned affections. Each verse is a lyrical journey, compelling readers to empathize with the bittersweet symphony of emotions.

This book contains true war stories and humorous events which I experienced over the past 56 years.

Deborah Wagnon's Marie Sharp: Made in Belize (The Authorized Biography) tells the story of an extraordinary woman from Belize who overcame societal barriers, as well as personal and professional setbacks, to build a hugely successful worldwide business, Marie Sharp's Fine Foods, Ltd.The book traces Marie's life from her early years in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye and Dangriga, Belize, through her 50-plus years of marriage, the creation of her first habanero pepper sauce, the development of her business, and her ongoing advocacy of and support for efforts to empower the young women and girls of Belize and Central America. The book describes how Marie overcame devastating events throughout the course of her career, including the loss of her first trademark, betrayals by business partners, the loss of her husband, and the murder of her eldest son. Through it all, she persevered and continues to serve as a shining example of what is possible with hard work, passion, and the will to succeed.Marie Sharp: Made in Belize is a powerful and highly personal story that not only recounts an incredible life, but also highlights the ways in which Marie and other women like her are helping their cultures and societies evolve into more inclusive and supportive spaces for woman entrepreneurs and leaders.

Step into the remarkable journey of resilience and hope with Life After a Craniotomy Operation. Our brain, often compared to a computer perched atop our heads, serves as the epicentre of our existence, enabling us to navigate the complexities of modern life and its myriad highs and lows. However, when illness strikes, rendering simple tasks impossible, fear takes hold, and the words of a wise consultant resonate deeply: fright, flight, fight-an embodiment of our struggle. But what if a dedicated team of neuroscientists offers a lifeline? They extend a helping hand, emphasizing the pivotal word: 'help.' In that moment, how would you respond? Would you eagerly embrace the opportunity, exclaiming, 'Yes, sir!' Or would you cautiously inquire, 'Only if it can restore my previous self?' But pause and consider-what does 'normal' truly mean? What matters most is the fundamental question: Will I continue to live? Life After a Craniotomy Operation invites you to embark on a poignant exploration of life's fragility and the remarkable resilience of the human spirit. Within these pages, you'll discover stories of triumph over adversity, the power of medical advancements, and the indomitable will to forge a new path forward. It is a testament to the enduring nature of the human experience and a reminder that life, even after the most challenging of circumstances, can be embraced with renewed vigour.

During World War Two, a young girl was seen around the Stoke Bishop area of Bristol riding her bike or a pony; climbing trees; building dens, playing with the 'gang' in Blaise Castle Woods, and a lot more besides! This seemingly carefree life had its darker side as the storm clouds of war thickened and broke overhead. Riding Through the Storm recalls the author's life before, during and after the war. It is tinged with humour and remarkable occurrences and mirrors that time with insights into how people lived during those dark days. Nearly eighty years after the storm subsided, the full significance of what the author had lived alongside came to light and propelled this drama almost into the realms of make-believe!

Who would have thought that growing up could be such fun? Especially in a village where you knew everyone, and we all looked out for each other. It appears with today's hardships and crime that the fifties were the best years to be alive. It was safe to walk about the streets, even as a five-year-old at school. The pace of life was a lot slower and more genteel. Not so many cars were on the roads, and jobs were easy to change if you didn't like the one you were in. In this heartwarming memoir, Anna Goddard takes us through the ups and downs of her life journey, from her humble beginnings in a Kentish village to her varied career pursuits, whirlwind romances, and the joys and challenges of raising a young family. With refreshing candour and humour, Anna reflects on coming of age in post-war Britain, training as a nurse, her unplanned twin pregnancy, and navigating young motherhood. As times change, so do attitudes, fashions, and relationships. Through it all, Anna retains her wit, warmth, and lust for life. Brimming with nostalgia and hard-won wisdom, this is the story of an ordinary yet extraordinary woman making her way through extraordinary times. Her account offers a window into a bygone era and reminds us of the resilience of the human spirit.

"Anthony Fauci is arguably the most famous--and most revered-- doctor in the world today. His role guiding America sanely and calmly through COVID ... earned him the trust of millions during one of the most terrifying periods in modern American history, but this was only the most recent of the global epidemics in which Dr. Fauci played a major role. His crucial role in researching HIV and bringing AIDS into sympathetic public view and his leadership in navigating the Ebola, SARS, West Nile, and anthrax crises, make him truly an American hero. His memoir reaches back to his boyhood in Brooklyn, New York, and carries through decades of caring for critically ill patients, navigating the whirlpools of Washington politics, and behind-the-scenes advising and negotiating with seven presidents on key issues from global AIDS relief to infectious disease preparedness at home"--

Arlett R. Hartie is a Blogger and Joy Strategist at Chasing Joy. Arlett's writing focuses on finding happiness and maintaining joy through all of life's ups and downs. On Chasing Joy Arlett writes about all things related to joy, positivity, self-care, and gratitude. Arlett received her Bachelors of Business Administration from Temple University's Fox School of business, majoring in Economics with an Entrepreneurship minor. Her business skills are put to good use at her full time day job working for the Department of Defense. Her Chasing Joy business allow her to exercise her creative and entrepreneurial muscles. Arlett has worked for the Department of Defense for over twenty years. She is Acquisition Career Field certified in both Logistics and Contracting. Chasing Joy is a lifestyle influencer brand that provides encouragement, support and community through an online community, Chasing Joy and Chasing Joy Events help women build resilience make happiness a priority.Keep up with Arlett:On her blog - www.chasing-joy.comOn Facebook - facebook.com/JoyChasingOn Instagram - @ChasingJoy

This is a true story of a retired military veteran's journey into the dark pit of depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. It entails how he battled those issues and took control of hi life again. This book also demonstrates how God intervened to deliver him out of that pit over time. That time became a learning process during which he obtained victory from depression as well as his anxiety and panic attacks.The end of his journey has resulted in God's peace within himself, his family, and his life and having a stronger, totally committed life to God. Therefore, this book was written as a means to possibly help others who have experienced these devastating issues to overcome them and also, finally, achieve peace.

In contrast to her five older sisters, who all entered into arranged marriages to Greek or Cypriot men, Dora Loizou dreamt of falling in love and marrying the man of her dreams. She wanted the chance to choose her own future, but she was born and raised in a strict Cypriot household, where her lot in life was to marry a Greek man she didn't know, settle down and have children. What would happen if Dora fell in love with a non-Greek man and opted to marry outside her culture? The shock to her parents, the shame this would bring to their untainted family name. The constraints of her upbringing clashed with her newfound independence, igniting a struggle within her. Dora's journey was not without challenges, drama, and heartache, yet she blazed a trail for future generations within her family, proving that cultural traditions need not dictate one's path to happiness and fulfilment.

A mother's desperate struggle to save her daughter. Radical brain surgery is their only hope.In a heart-stopping twist of fate, Jenni Basch discovers that her unborn baby has suffered a devastating brain injury, putting her life in jeopardy before it even begins. Against unimaginable obstacles, her little one miraculously survives, but now they face a life filled with complex medical challenges. When a merciless form of epilepsy strikes her daughter, Jenni and her husband are faced with an impossible decision. Their only glimmer of hope lies in a daring and radical surgery, a procedure that requires removing half of their daughter's brain. Will they have the courage to take this life-altering step in order to give their daughter a fighting chance?Prepare to be captivated as Jenni fearlessly pulls back the curtain on a world that is often unseen and misunderstood. With a refreshing blend of candidness and humor, she invites us into her world, challenging our perceptions and illuminating the depths of parental strength. Each terrifying diagnosis and crisis pushes Jenni to the brink, forcing her to confront her deepest insecurities, fears, judgements, and lack of experience. Yet, in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds, she discovers an inner resilience she never knew existed. Join her on this rollercoaster of emotions as she embarks on a journey that will inspire and uplift your own spirit.

"Los amigos vienen y los amigos van, pero los verdaderos amigos se quedan a tu lado como la familia".-Proverbios 18:24 Es un hecho. Los seres humanos no son perfectos. Y, en un mundo contemporáneo de 7.7 billones de personas que incluye más de 3 billones sólo en las redes sociales, todavía es difícil desarrollar conexiones saludables y amorosas o formar amistades verdaderas, genuinas y auténticas. Pero hay un amigo que está más cerca que un hermano, y antes de que perdiéramos nuestra inocencia en el Jardín, fuimos creados personalmente por el Creador para disfrutar de encuentros diarios cara a cara con Él. En Volver a la Amistad, Laverna Moorer comparte el inspirador testimonio de cómo -cuando se encontraba en una larga temporada de soledad, enfermedad y angustia- comenzó el viaje de volver a ese lugar de intimidad y descubrió a un amigo que ama perfectamente ¡en todo momento! Así que, si te has encontrado anhelando compañía real, su historia te ayudará a descubrir tu propio camino de regreso a tu primer amigo verdadero, para que puedas ser amorosamente consolado, divinamente guiado y sobrenaturalmente sanado a través de una conexión ungida con Aquel que te ama más... y te ama mejor que nadie. Es hora de volver a un amigo que está siempre presente y es siempre fiel. Es hora de volver a la amistad...

This eclectic collection of short stories features various genres, all penned by the authors of Encircle Publications. Their novels represent mysteries, thrillers, literary fiction, humor, historical fiction, romance, and more. We are very proud of our amazing authors and their work, and now Encircle has brought their short fiction together, amounting to twenty-two stories, for readers to explore and enjoy.Featured authors: Mike Befeler, Richard J. Cass, Dane Cobain, Matt Cost, Sharon L. Dean, Catherine Dilts, Bruna Gomes, Vaughn C. Hardacker, Joe Kilgore, J. K. Knauss, Scott Lipanovich, BJ Magnani, S. Lee Manning, Alison L. McLennan, Anne Britting Oleson, Jay Ruud, Lois Schmitt, CB Shanahan, Kevin St. Jarre, Karen Hanson Stuyck, A. J. Thibault, and Lara Tupper.Proceeds from the sale of this short story collection will be donated to ProLiteracy. ProLiteracy builds the capacity of adult literacy programs to transform lives and communities. To learn more, visit www.proliteracy.org.

Exciting, diverse, moving and uplifting, this exquisite collection of memoirs and short stories packs an emotional punch. The selected authors share their deeply authentic truths. They unfold their hopes, express their hurts, reveal memories and offer glimpses into their wildest imaginations. They reaffirm life and remind us of the importance of being led by the quiet beating, the rushing, the hammering, the breaking and then the healing of our hearts.¿¿Featuring authors... Helen Auld - Amanda Beckett - Corinne Beinke - Linda Brucesmith - Nina D Campbell - Nina Cullen - Carolyn Dunn - Anita East - Catherine Edwards - Sara Foster - Darry Fraser - Emma Grey - Vanessa Hardy - Sky Harrison - Anna Hayes - Lisa Heidke - Trisha Helbers - Mary Howley - Angelina Hurley - Lisa Ireland - Melissa Kitchen - Kylie Ladd - Athena Law - Samara Lo - Katherine Lykos - Juliet Madison - AL Maze - Andrea McMahon - Mercedes Mercier - RS Morgan - Ruth Morgan - Monique Mulligan - Zibby Owens - Maura Pierlot - Raabia Qadir - Teena Raffa-Mulligan - Rachael Robertson - Pat Saunders - Daan Spijer - Anne-marie Taplin

Ismoilova Nigora of Uzbekistan has put together a collection of poetry and prose titled "Uzbekistan Talented Youth". It contains many heartfelt, uplifting, and passionate poetry that explore human nature and love in all of its facets. It also includes numerous really thought-provoking articles written by young, gifted Uzbek writers.