Bøger af John Hope

Short Story Collection Collection of 18 award-winning short stories, spanning various genres that provide humor, insight, surprise, horror, and warmth to the hearts and minds of readers. Readers can also enjoy each story individually in eBook. "...a fantastic writer, with an incredibly creative imagination!" "This author has great writing skills. He will be a household name is he keeps producing books at this high level." - Reader Reviews

Peter lives in a silent world. Thirteen, deaf, and tormented by neighborhood bullies, Peter seeks solace in summertime snorkeling outings with his eccentric Viking-horn-helmeted Uncle Sverrir. But after a dangerous encounter with a giant hammerhead predator, Peter discovers he has a unique gift: He can talk to sharks. Peter quickly learns that the sharks near his Florida home are being mysteriously killed off. They need his help. Thrust into a scary but exciting adventure, both above- and below water, Peter is distressed to learn that his dad, a chef, is connected to the crime-being blackmailed by his boss to cook up illegal shark-fin soup. Peter sets himself to the daunting task of saving both the sharks and his father, but to do so, he must rely on the very bullies who have tormented him. Includes several bonus pages of shark trivia and author insight. Discover how the story characters relate to real life marine biologists and shark experts. Also includes tips for shark fanatics who are interested in learning more about these awesome creatures of the sea.

Eleven-year-old Panky and his nine-year-old brother Craig are picked to star in Pankyland the Movie. Amongst some sibling rivalry, Panky and Craig get kidnapped by a jealous parent whose kid didn't win the starring role in the movie. The two go on an adventure fleeing their captors while struggling to return to the movie set before the wacky movie director decides to move forward with filming without them.

A beautiful retelling of Jonah and Whale from The Bible. Forcefully taken from his Amazon rainforest home, Pupak is faced with assisting the very Brazilian white men who slaughtered his village. But the gods are angry that he's running from his destiny and after superstitious sailors toss him to the sea in order to calm a ranging storm, he is swallowed by a great, metal beast the white men call a submarine. INTERVIEW WITH THE AUTHOR Q - How are the Amazon rainforests related to a story from The Bible? A - Based on the Book of Jonah, PUPAK AND THE GREAT FISH tells the fictional story of Pupak, a real-life native to the Amazonian rain forests and at the time of this story's publication was one of the last surviving members of the Akuntsu tribe. Some regard the Book of Jonah as a work of fiction. But whether the story is fiction or a true historical account, it beautifully illustrates how God's perspective of man's wrongdoing is far different than that of man. In this story, Pupak's tribe has largely been killed off by invasive efforts of Portuguese-speaking Brazilians and Pupak is forced to learn, as Jonah had, that despite his anger toward the Brazilians, revenge is not the answer. Q - What is The Masters Reimagined? A - In The Masters Reimagined, ten authors unite to bring something new to the classic stories of literature we all know so well. Masters like James Joyce, Rudyard Kipling, Lewis Carroll, Herman Melville, Leo Tolstoy, and Shakespeare inspired the authors of the Alvarium Experiment in their quest to reinterpret, reinvent, and reshape the stories and characters through speculative twists and turns. This is the third project by the Alvarium Experiment, a consortium of accomplished and award-winning authors. Q - Where should a reader start when selecting a short story to read in The Masters Reimagined? A - Each story is self-contained and can be read in any order. The reader is free to select any of the stories at random to begin their experience. The book description will explain the premise for each particular story. ABOUT THE AUTHOR John Hope is an award-winning short story, children's book, middle grade fiction and nonfiction history writer. His work appears in science fiction/fantasy anthologies and multiple collections of the best of the Florida Writers Association. Mr. Hope, a native Floridian, loves to travel with his wife, Jaime, and two kids. He enjoys running, reading, and writing, and has a weakness for good barbeque and sweet tea. Read more at www.johnhopewriting.com

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After Colby's estranged father returns to his white trash home, the nine-year-old struggles to survive a promiscuous neighborhood mother, money sharks, and an uncontrollable autistic older brother while discovering the true cost of living and brotherhood.

""A Letter to the Lord Chancellor, On the Claims of the Church of Scotland in Regard to its Jurisdiction and on the Proposed Changes in its Polity"" is a book written by John Hope in 1839. The book discusses the Church of Scotland's claims to jurisdiction and its proposed changes in polity. The author argues that the Church of Scotland should have the right to govern itself without interference from the state. He also discusses the proposed changes in the Church's polity and how they would affect its jurisdiction. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Church's history, its relationship with the state, and the challenges it faces in modern times. This work is an important historical document that sheds light on the Church of Scotland's struggle for autonomy and its role in Scottish society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

A heart-felt collection of 7 award-winning Christmas tales sure to warm your heart during the chill of the holiday season. So curl up on a couch, sip at steaming mug of cocoa and spice, and enjoy. Daddy Was Santa: Christopher discovers a secret: Daddy's Santa. But reality stops Christopher from having what he desires most. The Drive: A middle-aged man attempts to drive to his grandfather's funeral but takes an unbelievable journey instead. Living in Illusions: An unexpected visit from a Christmas angel gives Mike an opportunity to bring back his deceased father, but he realizes something he chose to forget. Recalculating: Prepared to end it all, Alister receives hopeful encouragement from an unexpected technological ally-his GPS. Beyond the Closed Door: Trevor caught Santa Claus in his hallway closet. Or is it something else? The Visit: A famed young adult author must face her greatest fear: children who remind her of her son who died much too young. Pass It On: A simple act of kindness snowballs through the lives of strangers, leading to a change of heart that stops a man from committing the ultimate sin.

Spanning multiple American wars, including War World II, the Korean War, the Afghanistan War, and a war not yet fought, this collection taps at the heart of a solider and the people for whom he's fighting. Each story is told from a different perspective and is sure to connect with those who make the ultimate sacrifices for freedom and the families who love them. Hide and Seek When an American Korean War pilot is shot down behind enemy lines, he is lost in a snowy forest and forced to play a macabre game of hide and seek with the Chinese Army in order to survive. The Night Aliens Arrive While playing tag with my pals, I witness aliens crashing to earth, but no one believes me. Later, when they show up in our barn--injured and desperate, I need to follow Papa's orders and come to their aid before Grandpa kills them for being Nazis. The Divide A hidden gate leads twelve-year-old Conner down a domino path of worsening circumstances and places him at the center of a possible war. The Leg Newly crippled, I didn't want to scare my six-year-old. He hasn't seen me since I deployed to Afghanistan. But when we meet at the airport, he has a surprise for me.

At the start of his summer vacation following 6th grade, Ryan arrives at his mom's Colorado Springs home to learn that she has been transferred to in a small fishing town resort in Campeche, Mexico, and they're moving--now. Within hours, Ryan and his mom are on a plane to Mexico. There, Ryan is put to work as a Chico de la Bebida, a bar waiter on a private beach with boys his age. Battling a bully twice his size, a boss who resembles Darth Vader, and the embarrassment of exposing parts that never sees the light of day back at home, Ryan makes new friends with a Jamaican bartender, a boy named Pablo, and Pablo's grandfather. Together, they find ways to help Ryan survive the summer and to care for a heart beyond his own.

Twelve-year-old Johnny "No Good" Emmerstaff is an only child in a semi-rural section of Sanford, Florida in the late 1940s-until town snitch Tommy J drops in with the news that Johnny is getting a brother, an orphan named Josh. At first, Johnny doesn't know what to think of Josh. He's short, quiet, and he's butting into his life, sharing his bed, and eating his pancakes. But when Johnny's friend, Cully, picks on Josh, Johnny sticks up for him - his new brother.Soon after, Tommy J is found murdered, and the town forms a posse to track down the killer. The town's main suspect is an elderly Negro nicknamed Old Man Badeau, who all the kids in town think is bewitched. But Josh knows more about Old Man Badeau than anyone else. And when Johnny squeals the secret, Josh runs off with the killer still on the loose. Johnny must now track Josh down before it's too late. In the process, he discovers who he really is.Recipient of the Florida Writers Association's Royal Palm Literary Award, this heart-felt story brings to life a lost segment of American life when boys could be boys as they struggle to understand racial prejudice and how to see people for who they really are.

Hope's Curious and Comic Miscellaneous Works: Started in His Walks (1780) is a collection of essays and observations by John Hope, a Scottish botanist and physician. The book is a fascinating insight into the mind of a curious and observant man, who finds inspiration in the world around him. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from botany and natural history to politics and society, and are written in a lively and engaging style. Hope's wit and humor shine through in his writing, making this book an enjoyable and entertaining read. Whether you are interested in science, history, or just enjoy a good story, Hope's Curious and Comic Miscellaneous Works is sure to delight and entertain.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Sometimes, teenagehood sucks. Peer pressure. Siblings. Parents. Heart ache. But through the miracles of everyday life, there's hope of survival. Packed full of teenage humor and angst, these award-winning stories strike a chord in those scraping through these tough times. Telling Stories After Andy forgets to buy milk at the store and he has to explain himself to Mom, out comes the story of a lifetime. Autumn Teenager Marshall overcomes his fears and befriends a head-strong girl at the airport who's in need of a friend herself. The Dance Five-year-old David yearns to be at a high school dance like his hero, his older brother, but eventually finds something better. When Drowning is Normal When Nicky dumps Jack, he feels the weight of depression dragging him under water and needs to fight to survive. When he does, he finds a glimmer of hope within the darkness. Teenagehood A disenchanted father rediscovers the joys of parenthood by helping his teenage son overcome his fears of meeting a girl he likes.

The House of Scindea is a historical novel written by John Hope and published in 1863. The story is set in the early 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Z������phi�����l, who is the daughter of the R�����j����� of Scindea, a small kingdom in central India.Z������phi�����l is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is trained in the arts of warfare and diplomacy by her father. When her father dies, Z������phi�����l is forced to flee from Scindea and seek refuge in the neighboring kingdom of Gwalior, where she becomes embroiled in a complex web of political intrigue and romance.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for power in a turbulent and rapidly changing world. It also provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in 19th century India, including the customs, traditions, and social structures of the time.Overall, The House of Scindea is a gripping and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of India during a pivotal period of transition and change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Full Title: "A Letter to The Honourable James Abercromby, M.P."Description: "The Making of the Modern Law: Trials, 1600-1926" collection provides descriptions of the major trials from over 300 years, with official trial documents, unofficially published accounts of the trials, briefs and arguments and more. Readers can delve into sensational trials as well as those precedent-setting trials associated with key constitutional and historical issues and discover, including the Amistad Slavery case, the Dred Scott case and Scopes "monkey" trial."Trials" provides unfiltered narrative into the lives of the trial participants as well as everyday people, providing an unparalleled source for the historical study of sex, gender, class, marriage and divorce.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++MonographThirdHarvard Law School LibraryEdinburgh: William Blackwood, 1822

The Making of the Modern Law: Legal Treatises, 1800-1926 includes over 20,000 analytical, theoretical and practical works on American and British Law. It includes the writings of major legal theorists, including Sir Edward Coke, Sir William Blackstone, James Fitzjames Stephen, Frederic William Maitland, John Marshall, Joseph Story, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. and Roscoe Pound, among others. Legal Treatises includes casebooks, local practice manuals, form books, works for lay readers, pamphlets, letters, speeches and other works of the most influential writers of their time. It is of great value to researchers of domestic and international law, government and politics, legal history, business and economics, criminology and much more.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++Harvard Law School Libraryocm25972395Edinburgh: W. Whyte; London: J. Murray, 1839. 14, 290, 11 p.; 23 cm.

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How could a severely disabled young man in a wheelchair mastermind a huge blackmailing operation, discovering the clandestine sexual activities of the population of a leafy home counties commuter belt village and whose victims include a prominent politician and an international sports star?Why was his attractive mother prepared to risk her own reputation, by seducing victims, knowing they abused and used young girls for their own sexual and financial needs?Where in the world could they escape to when the net started closing in?When did the suspect become a victim? ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿You will not want to put this down.

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Letters on Certain Proceedings in Parliament during the Sessions of the Years 1769 and 1770 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1772.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.