Carrying The Elephant

Author : Michael Rosen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Carrying the Elephant written by Michael Rosen and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: dear joe, your wild noisy huge brother is dead. i couldn't do what my parents did: bring two boys, four years apart, through the maze in 72 prose-poems of extraordinary power and vividness, Michael Rosen tells the story of a life: his left-wing Jewish upbringing, with baffling childhood trips to Trafalgar Square, eastern Europe and hospital, followed by trainee days at the BBC under the watchful eyes of Mi5, breakdown of a marriage, development of a new relationship, and the joy of a new baby. And, in a core series of pieces, the central calamity of his life: the sudden death from meningitis of his eighteen-year-old son. 'Rather you than me' said one of the neighbours on hearing the news - a remark that Rosen records, as he does much else to do with the death, with a surprised, painful honesty which constantly brings the reader up short. Unflinching, totally lacking in mawkishness and self-pity, Carrying the Elephant is a triumph of imagination and curiosity.

Author : Jacob Shell
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN 13 : 0393247775
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Giants of the Monsoon Forest: Living and Working with Elephants written by Jacob Shell and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2019-06-11 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “No one who loves elephants or how humans interact with wildlife should pass up Jacob Shell’s remarkable book.” —Dan Flores, author of Coyote America Giants of the Monsoon Forest journeys deep into the mountainous rainforests of Burma and India to explore the world of teak logging elephants and their intriguing alliance with humans. Jacob Shell’s narrative vividly depicts elephants’ extraordinary intelligence, and the complicated bond with individual human riders, a partnership that can last for decades. Giants of the Monsoon Forest reveals an unexpected relationship between evolution in the natural world and political struggles in the human one, while considering how Asia’s secret forest culture might offer a way to help protect the fragile spaces both elephants and humans need to survive.

Author : Tommy Tomlinson
Publisher : Simon & Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1501111620
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Elephant in the Room written by Tommy Tomlinson and published by Simon & Schuster. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ONE OF NPR’S BEST BOOKS OF 2019 A “warm and funny and honest…genuinely unputdownable” (Curtis Sittenfeld) memoir chronicling what it’s like to live in today’s world as a fat man, from acclaimed journalist Tommy Tomlinson, who, as he neared the age of fifty, weighed 460 pounds and decided he had to change his life. When he was almost fifty years old, Tommy Tomlinson weighed an astonishing—and dangerous—460 pounds, at risk for heart disease, diabetes, and stroke, unable to climb a flight of stairs without having to catch his breath, or travel on an airplane without buying two seats. Raised in a family that loved food, he had been aware of the problem for years, seeing doctors and trying diets from the time he was a preteen. But nothing worked, and every time he tried to make a change, it didn’t go the way he planned—in fact, he wasn’t sure that he really wanted to change. In The Elephant in the Room, Tomlinson chronicles his lifelong battle with weight in a voice that combines the urgency of Roxane Gay’s Hunger with the intimacy of Rick Bragg’s All Over but the Shoutin’. He also hits the road to meet other members of the plus-sized tribe in an attempt to understand how, as a nation, we got to this point. From buying a Fitbit and setting exercise goals to contemplating the Heart Attack Grill in Las Vegas, America’s “capital of food porn,” and modifying his own diet, Tomlinson brings us along on a candid and sometimes brutal look at the everyday experience of being constantly aware of your size. Over the course of the book, he confronts these issues head-on and chronicles the practical steps he has to take to lose weight by the end. “What could have been a wallow in memoir self-pity is raised to art by Tomlinson’s wit and prose” (Rolling Stone). Affecting and searingly honest, The Elephant in the Room is an “inspirational” (The New York Times) memoir that will resonate with anyone who has grappled with addiction, shame, or self-consciousness. “Add this to your reading list ASAP” (Charlotte Magazine).

Author : Mo Willems
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781529515923
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book We Are in a Book! written by Mo Willems and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gerald and Piggie discover the joy of being read. But what will happen when the book ends?

Author : Michael Czyzniejewski
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Elephants in Our Bedroom written by Michael Czyzniejewski and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Entertaining, well-written short story collection for those who enjoy seeing the form played with.

Author : Laura Lee Hope
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Story of a Stuffed Elephant written by Laura Lee Hope and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-21 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Story of a Stuffed Elephant" by Laura Lee Hope is a delightful children's tale that follows the journey of a stuffed elephant named Elephas. The story begins in a toy store, where Elephas is made with soft, cuddly fabric and stuffed with fluffy cotton. From the moment he comes to life, Elephas dreams of finding a loving home and becoming a cherished companion to a special child. Elephas' wish comes true when he is purchased by a kind little boy named Jimmy. Jimmy is immediately drawn to the adorable stuffed elephant and decides to name him "Elephas" after his favorite animal at the zoo. As Jimmy's new playmate, Elephas quickly becomes an integral part of his life. They share many adventures together, from imaginative tea parties to exciting make-believe safaris in the living room. Elephas is always by Jimmy's side, providing comfort and joy through every playtime and bedtime. Through their adventures, Elephas learns about the world through Jimmy's eyes. He discovers the joy of friendship, the wonder of imagination, and the power of love. Elephas becomes Jimmy's confidante and a source of comfort during challenging times, always ready to lend a listening ear and a comforting trunk. As the years pass, Elephas and Jimmy's bond grows stronger. They create beautiful memories together, and Elephas becomes an irreplaceable part of Jimmy's childhood. Whether it's going on a new adventure or simply cuddling up for bedtime stories, Elephas is always there to bring happiness and warmth to Jimmy's life. Through the ups and downs of life, Elephas remains a steadfast friend to Jimmy. He witnesses Jimmy's growth and development, celebrating his achievements and offering support during difficult moments. Elephas learns that being a loyal and caring friend is a gift that brings immeasurable joy and fulfillment. "The Story of a Stuffed Elephant" is a heartwarming tale that captures the essence of childhood wonder and the magic of a beloved toy. Laura Lee Hope's storytelling transports readers into the world of childhood imagination, where a simple stuffed animal can become a cherished companion and a source of love and comfort."

Author : Laura Lee Hope
Publisher : Abela Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 87 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book THE STORY OF A STUFFED ELEPHANT and of the little boy who owned him written by Laura Lee Hope and published by Abela Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2020-10-28 with total page 87 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The STORY OF A STUFFED ELEPHANT and of the little boy who owns him, and of his sister, and, of course, all their magical adventures together. This is one of those memorable and magical stories about a stuffed toy elephant who secretly comes to life and has lots of adventures in and around his new home. This would be a good bedtime story for a child who has their own stuffed toy elephant In this charming tale for younger audiences, the rich inner life of a humble stuffed elephant is revealed. But what were these adventures, where did they journey to and were they frought with danger? Well you’ll have to download this book and find out for yourself! 10% of the profit from the sale of this book is donated to charities. ------------------------------ KEYWORDS/TAGS: Stuffed Elephant, boy, childrens story, magical tales, fables, fun, adventure, action, comes alive, to life, home, good bedtime story, Mouse, Man, Attic, Christmas, Fun, Barn, Dangerous, Slide, Big Dog, Judge, Rain, journey, Voyage, Home, Hold on, Tightly, Stuck, Snowdrift, playroom, night time, trumpet, wait for me, rat, bump. Fantasy,

Author : Steve Bloom
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780500650554
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Elephants written by Steve Bloom and published by . This book was released on 2015-08-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steve Bloom's breathtaking photos carry this book and will keep it being reread. Familiar animals, appearing newly grand. --Chicago Tribune

Author : Nancy Patz
Publisher : Barton Books
ISBN 13 : 9781545615317
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Elephant with a Knot in His Trunk written by Nancy Patz and published by Barton Books. This book was released on 2017-12-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kofi, a young elephant, was born with a knot in his trunk. His disability keeps him from eating, drinking, and trumpeting as other elephants do. His peers bully him, and Kofi feels isolated and inadequate. When he discovers Big Ebo, the meanest bully, caught in a whirlpool, he faces a challenging decision. Should he attempt to rescue the bully? Can succeed? Should he even try?

Author : Chynna T. Laird
Publisher : Eagle Wings Press
ISBN 13 : 9780982624326
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book White Elephants written by Chynna T. Laird and published by Eagle Wings Press. This book was released on 2011-02-01 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Family life in the author's childhood home was not pretty, yet no one seemed to notice, and no one did anything about it. As an adult, she took up the challenge to find out what might have helped her mother fight her battle of self-destruction.