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Carol Birch
Author
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Formats
Description
In this stunning work of historical fiction, the Booker Prize–nominated author of Jamrach’s Menagerie reimagines the incredible true story of Julia Pastrana, a woman branded a freak at birth. Although she was pronounced by the most eminent physician of the day to be “a true hybrid wherein the nature of woman presides over that of the brute,” Julia was fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and an accomplished musician...
Author
Publisher
Silver Burch Productions
Pub. Date
p2002.
Language
English
Description
In recognition of Lou Gehrig's 100th birthday celebration, a portion of each sale will be donated to the ALS Association. 2003 marks the 100th anniversary of Lou Gehrig's birth. Gehrig's career is bigger than his stats. His spirit is more significant than the disease which destroyed him. His story is more than a baseball story, yet it brings to life an extraordinary time in baseball history. The nearly hour long CD tells of Gehrig's personal life,...
Author
Publisher
Carol Birch
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Passing through the heartland : During WWII, the astounding generosity and hard work of people in Nebraska fed those who served our nation ; Luba : Luba Tryszynska's self-sacrifice and daring on behalf of 54 children, whose fathers were diamond cutters from Amsterdam ; Heaven on earth : An ancient tale reminds us that in caring for others, we just might create heaven on earth.