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Come to the movies with two celebrated spirituality writers--American poet and author Kathleen Norris and Irish storyteller and peace activist Gareth Higgins.In A Whole Life in Twelve Movies, Norris and Higgins invite readers along as they discuss acclaimed movies that can help us better understand our lives--from before birth to death and beyond.Featuring 12 films, including 2001: A Space Odyssey, Malcolm X, and Babette's Feast, this book is perfect for individuals or groups to watch and discuss movies over the course of a year. Each chapter recommends additional films and includes discussion questions ideally suited for churches, small groups, and book clubs.As readers watch and read, they will journey through the human life cycle and explore themes of existence, goodness, belonging, vocation, identity, success, generosity, dealing with conflict, and what it means to be human. The book outlines a cinematic path toward a deeper spirituality and a more meaningful life for believers across the faith spectrum and seekers alike. It includes a foreword by James Martin, SJ.

The Story of Julia Page is a novel written by Kathleen Norris. The book is set in New York City during the early 1900s, and it follows the life of Julia Page, a young woman who is trying to find her place in the world. Julia is the daughter of a wealthy businessman, and she has always lived a privileged life. However, she is not content with the shallow and superficial lifestyle that her family leads, and she yearns for something more meaningful.As the story unfolds, Julia becomes involved with a group of social activists who are fighting for women's rights and other progressive causes. She also falls in love with a young lawyer named Dick Livingstone, who shares her passion for social justice. Together, Julia and Dick work to make a difference in the world, but they face many obstacles along the way.The Story of Julia Page is a powerful and moving novel that explores themes of love, social justice, and the struggle for personal fulfillment. It is a timeless story that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds. Kathleen Norris's vivid and evocative writing brings the world of early 20th century New York City to life, and her characters are complex and fully realized. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction or stories about strong, independent women who are determined to make a difference in the world.Julia, laying her underwear neatly over a chair, was struck by the enormity of the task she had undertaken. A great blight of utter discouragement swept over her--she never could do it! Her mother-- all her kin--seemed to take shadowy shape to menace this little haven she had found. Chester--suppose he should find her! Suppose Mark should! Sooner or later some one must discover where she was.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.

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Kathleen Thompson Norris (1880 - 1966) was a popular American novelist and newspaper columnist. She was one of the most widely read and highest paid women writers in the United States for nearly fifty years, from 1911 to 1959. Her stories appeared in the Atlantic, The American Magazine, McClure's, Everybody's, Ladies' Home Journal and Woman's Home Companion, and she wrote 93 novels, many of which were best sellers. She used her fiction to promote values including the sanctity of marriage, the nobility of motherhood, and the importance of service to others.

The Heart of Rachel is a novel written by Kathleen Norris. The book tells the story of Rachel Orcutt, a young woman who lives in a small town in South Dakota during the early 20th century. Rachel is a hardworking and independent woman who is determined to make a life for herself despite the challenges she faces.The story begins with Rachel's childhood and follows her through her teenage years and into adulthood. Rachel's life is filled with both joy and sorrow as she experiences love, loss, and betrayal. She falls in love with a young man named Dan, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that he is married.As Rachel grows older, she becomes more and more involved in the community and begins to take on leadership roles. She becomes a teacher and later a businesswoman, running her own successful store. Along the way, she faces many challenges, including the death of her father and the loss of her own child.Throughout the book, Rachel's strength and resilience are tested, but she never loses her faith in herself or in God. The Heart of Rachel is a powerful story of a woman's journey through life and the challenges she faces along the way. It is a story of love, loss, and redemption that will resonate with readers of all ages.1916. Frontispiece by Charles E. Chambers. Kathleen Norris was a writer of romantic novels and short stories that had enormous appeal, particularly to women. A favorite theme involved virtuous women grappling with moral issues, for instance, affairs with married men. Her writings were labeled as sentimental and honest. The book begins: The day had opened so brightly, in such welcome wave of April sunshine, that by mid-afternoon there were two hundred players scattered over the links of the Long Island Country Club at Belvedere Bay; the men in thick plaid stockings and loose striped sweaters, the women�������s scarlet coats and white skirts making splashes of vivid color against the fresh green of grass and the thick powdering of dandelions. It was Saturday, and a half-holiday; it was that one day of all the year when the seasons change places, when winter is visibly worsted, and summer, with warmth and relaxation, bathing and tennis and motor trips in the moonlight, becomes again a reality. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

Kathleen Thompson Norris (1880 - 1966) was a popular American novelist and newspaper columnist. She was one of the most widely read and highest paid women writers in the United States for nearly fifty years, from 1911 to 1959. Her stories appeared in the Atlantic, The American Magazine, McClure's, Everybody's, Ladies' Home Journal and Woman's Home Companion, and she wrote 93 novels, many of which were best sellers. She used her fiction to promote values including the sanctity of marriage, the nobility of motherhood, and the importance of service to others.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

Undertow is a young adult novel written by Kathleen Norris. The story is set in a small coastal town in Maine, where the arrival of a mysterious family of sea creatures called the Alpha creates a rift between the townspeople and the newcomers. The Alpha are powerful and beautiful, but their presence causes fear and suspicion among the humans. The novel follows the story of Lyric Walker, a teenage girl who is half-human and half-Alpha, and her struggle to find her place in a world that rejects her. Lyric is torn between her loyalty to her human family and her desire to connect with her Alpha roots. As tensions rise between the two communities, Lyric must navigate the dangerous waters of prejudice and discrimination to uncover the truth about her past and the fate of her people. Undertow is a captivating tale of identity, belonging, and the power of acceptance. It is a must-read for fans of young adult fiction and fantasy.But Bert had his own ideas. When Nancy met him down town a day or two later, to go pick the coat, she found him quite unmanageable. He said that there was no hurry about the coat--they were right here in the housekeeping things, why not look at fireless cookers? In the end they bought an ice-cream freezer, and a fireless cooker, and two pairs of arctic overshoes, and an enormous oval- shaped basket upon which the blushing Nancy dropped a surreptitious kiss when the saleswoman was not looking, and a warm blue sweater for Nancy, and, quite incidentally, an eighteen- dollar overcoat for Bert.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.

Lucretia Lombard is a novel written by Kathleen Norris, first published in 1922. The story revolves around the titular character, Lucretia Lombard, a middle-aged woman who lives in a small town in the Midwest. Lucretia is a widow and a successful businesswoman, running a dress shop that is popular among the town's residents. However, her life takes a turn when she becomes involved in a scandalous affair with a married man, which threatens to ruin her reputation and her business.The novel explores themes of morality, social conventions, and the role of women in society. It also delves into the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of one's actions. Through Lucretia's story, the novel offers a commentary on the societal expectations placed on women and the double standards that exist when it comes to men and women's behavior.Overall, Lucretia Lombard is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in the early 20th century. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today, making it a classic of American literature.1922. Kathleen Norris was a writer of romantic novels and short stories that had enormous appeal, particularly to women. One of her favorite themes involved virtuous women grappling with moral issues, for instance, affairs with married men. Her writings were labeled as sentimental and honest. Lucretia Lombard begins: In the long drawing-room of the stately home of Judge Samuel Curran and Bessy Emerson Curran, his wife, there reigned an utter, almost an uncanny silence. Yet there were six persons seated there, any one of whom, under ordinary circumstances, might have been considered equal to the demands of a more or less brilliant conversation. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

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Certain People of Importance is a novel written by Kathleen Norris. The book is set in the early 1900s and follows the lives of a group of people living in a small town in the Midwest. The story is told through the eyes of several characters, including a young woman named Sally, her family, and friends.The novel explores themes such as love, loss, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. Sally, the main character, is a young woman who is trying to find her way in life. She is torn between her desire to be independent and her obligation to her family.As the story unfolds, Sally and the other characters in the book must confront their own personal demons and come to terms with the challenges they face. The book is a poignant and insightful exploration of the human experience, and it offers a unique perspective on life in small-town America during the early 1900s.Overall, Certain People of Importance is a beautifully written and thought-provoking novel that will resonate with readers of all ages. It is a must-read for anyone who enjoys stories that explore the complexities of the human condition.1922. Kathleen Norris was a writer of romantic novels and short stories that had enormous appeal, particularly to women. One of her favorite themes involved virtuous women grappling with moral issues, for instance, affairs with married men. Her writings were labeled as sentimental and honest. The book begins: The beginnings of the family in America are lost, unfortunately, in the obscurity that hangs over the old records and the older homestead of a few insignificant New England villages. That there were Crabtrees in America before the war of the Revolution is provable, but it has never been quite easy to connect the Charlestown and the Springfield families of that name with that of one Reuben Crabtree, a wheel-maker of Mendon, Massachusetts, whose marriage to Hannah Pratt of Bridgewater, Connecticut, took place in the year 1760. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

Kathleen Thompson Norris (July 16, 1880 - January 18, 1966) was a popular American novelist and newspaper columnist. She was one of the most widely read and highest paid women writers in the United States for nearly fifty years, from 1911 to 1959. Her stories appeared in the Atlantic, The American Magazine, McClure's, Everybody's, Ladies' Home Journal and Woman's Home Companion, and she wrote 93 novels, many of which were best sellers. She used her fiction to promote values including the sanctity of marriage, the nobility of motherhood, and the importance of service to others. In this book: The Story of Julia Page The Beloved Woman The heart of Rachel Mother Harriet and the Piper

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Kathleen Thompson Norris (1880 - 1966) was a popular American novelist and newspaper columnist. She was one of the most widely read and highest paid women writers in the United States for nearly fifty years, from 1911 to 1959. Her stories appeared in the Atlantic, The American Magazine, McClure's, Everybody's, Ladies' Home Journal and Woman's Home Companion, and she wrote 93 novels, many of which were best sellers. She used her fiction to promote values including the sanctity of marriage, the nobility of motherhood, and the importance of service to others.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.

This is a new release of the original 1933 edition.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1916 Edition.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1912 Edition.

"No, I'm not! You may be as decent as you please about it, Billy," said Susan with scarlet cheeks, "but--a thing like that will keep me from ever marrying, you know! Well. So I'm really going to work, right here and now. Mrs. Carroll says that service is the secret of happiness, I'm going to try it. Life is pretty short, anyway, -- doesn't a time like this make it seem so!--and I don't know that it makes very much difference whether one's happy or not!

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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1917 Edition.

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.