Now a Major Motion Picture Starring Brad PittJackie Cogan is an enforcer for the mob. When a high-stakes card game is heisted by unknown hoodlums, Cogan is called in to “handle” the problem. Moving ex
Jackie Cogan doesn't advertise what he does. But when the New England mob have a mess they need cleared up, they know who to call. Markie Trattman runs a high-stakes card-game under their protection.
'No breath of wind,No gleam of sunStill the white snowWhirls softly down' Outside, the world turns to white and three children and a dog build a snowman, throw snowballs and explore the frozen expanse
A young woman holds her newborn sonAnd looks at him lovingly. Softly she sings to him:"I'll love you foreverI'll like you for alwaysAs long as I'm livingMy baby you'll be."So begins the story th
The Penguin English Library Edition of Dubliners by James Joyce 'Every night as I gazed up at the window I said softly to myself the word paralysis. It had always sounded strangely in my ears ... But
由凱迪克獎獲獎插畫家暖心刻劃,爵士女伶妮娜•西蒙的生平故事,出生於北卡的一個小鎮,妮娜展開她在音樂這條道路上的尋夢之旅,她的歌聲不但代表她對音樂的熱情,更是為那時代充斥著種族歧視與平權議題的社會發聲。This illuminating and defining picture book biography illustrated by Caldecott Honoree Christian Robinson, tells the story of little Eunice who grew up to become the acclaimed singer Nina Simone and her bold, defiant, and exultant legacy.Born Eunice Kathleen Waymon in small town North Carolina, Nina Simone was a musical child. She sang before she talked and learned to play piano at a very young age. With the support of her family and community, she received music lessons that introduced her to classical composers like Bach who remained with her and influenced her music throughout her life. She loved the way his music began softly and then tumbled to thunder, like her mother’s preaching, and in much the same way as her career. During her first performances under the name of Nina Simone her voice was rich and sweet but as the Civil Rights Movement gained steam, Nina’s voice soon became a t
The creators of Pick a Pine Tree and Pick a Pumpkin return with another seasonal celebration, one that deserves a spot in every Easter basket. Pick a perfect egg with care--Choose a white one nestled there. Gather more and softly stack them. Just be cautious not to crack them! Pairing Jarvis's joyous illustrations with Patricia Toht's wonderfully rhythmic text, this holiday ode hops through a busy springtime day all the way to Easter Sunday. From the farm where you've carefully selected your eggs--eggs perfect for drawing on with crayon, for plopping into dyes and bejeweling--follow along as preparations continue for the much-awaited festivities. Then on Sunday, open your door and search for eggs of a different kind, filled with foil-wrapped chocolate, spinning tops, and jelly beans. This cheerful Easter-time read-aloud captures all the excitement of the holiday and is sure to become part of a new treasured tradition.
A young woman holds her newborn son And looks at him lovingly. Softly she sings to him: "I'll love you forever I'll like you for always As long as I'm living My baby you'll be." So begins the story t
Holly Russo couldn’t be happier.Christmas, her favorite time of year, is only seven weeks away, and her boyfriend has just popped the question. David is steady and reliable, and Holly knows he’ll give