Bøger udgivet af Pegasus Elliot Mackenzie Publishers

Tony Jacklin rescued the Ryder Cup from oblivion. Following years of American domination, interest in the event nosedived in the 1970s. It was Tony''s appointment as captain of Europe in 1983 that helped resuscitate the matches and launch the remarkable transformation of a competition that is now one of the biggest showpiece occasions in the world of sport.This book takes us on a journey through Tony''s Ryder Cup career, his seven matches as a player and his four as captain. It details his friendships with some of the game''s greats like Seve Ballesteros, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer but also chronicles the times when he hit rock bottom - the sudden and unexpected death of his first wife, his own recent struggles with ill health, the year he lost everything financially and his affair with a sixteen-year-old that was splashed on the front page of a tabloid newspaper.

There's a dark cloud in every blue sky -- at least for one little girl. She'll soon find that all those tears make it hard to focus on what's lovely and beautiful about life.

Who doesn't love penguins, and especially Noodles? Kids of all ages will fall head over flipper for Noodles and his fishy best pal Albie, in this unique, fun, sweet, adventure story of penguins and friendship.

If you wonder why a tortoise has a shell, you'll know after reading In a Tortoise Shell by Jenny Lee Cook. A shell is a place where a tortoise eats, a place to lay his head to sleep. A tortoise's shell is a useful tool; It keeps him warm, it keeps him cool. And so much more!

After Daisy is laughed at for wanting to audition for the part of a villain (a part historically played by snakes), she decides to keep trying. After many failed rehearsals, Daisy looks inside of herself and decides that this is something she really wants. With the support of her grandmother and friends, she gives it one last try and nails it! Daisy the Brave is a story about being brave, trusting oneself, preserving and breaking down traditional roles.

The deeply reflective and impassioned songs and sonnets explore themes of faith, morality, and the eternal nature of the soul. With verses that question the state of a world without God, they reaffirm the power of divine love and the importance of spiritual devotion. The poem calls for adherence to timeless principles, recognizing the order of creation and celebrating the sacred connection between humanity and the divine. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt praise, the poem invites on a journey toward a higher understanding of purpose, guided by the everlasting presence of God.

In Lynn Barry's evocative novel, The Swing, Sheryn finds herself trapped in an oppressive marriage with her high school sweetheart, Derek. Isolated from the world without a phone, car, or social outings, Sheryn's only solace is the tree swing in her yard. With each pump of her legs and flex of her arms, she momentarily escapes her troubles, soaring above her stifling reality.Everything changes when she meets Nicoletta, a charismatic and complex individual grappling with his own identity as Nick. Through this unlikely friendship, Sheryn discovers the strength to reclaim her life. Encouraged by Nicoletta/Nick's bravery and support, she finds the courage to confront her fears, leave Derek, and seek refuge with her loving aunt.The Swing is a powerful tale of self-discovery and resilience, highlighting the transformative power of friendship and the importance of embracing one's true self. Sheryn's journey from entrapment to freedom will resonate with anyone who has ever felt the need to break free and soar.

A story of love, family tensions, danger, faith, endurance, and change during one the most turbulent times in the early history of Britain. Villa Arcadius is a prosperous Romano-Briton estate in south Wales, a remote province of the mighty Roman Empire for more than 300 years. Now, in AD 395, the Empire is on the point of collapse. Entangled in power struggles and civil war, it faces enormous pressures from migrating tribes massing on its borders. In Britain, the depleted and undisciplined Roman army offers little protection from lethal raids by Scoti pirates and marauding Picts. The demise of civic administration is causing wealthy families to abandon their properties and leave Britain. Christianity may now be the official state religion, but the Church is embroiled in bitter theological disputes and heresies. Yet even in chaotic times individual lives go on. Families grow and change; everyone must adapt to changing circumstances. The devout domina of the villa, Galeria, is committing her wealth to building a just community. Her intellectual son, Flavius, is focused on an alliance with the neighboring Celtic kingdom for mutual protection and preserving the benefits of classical civilization. The heir to this realm, the stunningly beautiful widow, Elen, must find a husband. Her young son, Dilectus, is a threat to the ambitions of rival warlords, endangering him and his friends. Their coming-of-age means love for him and Galeria's spirited granddaughter, Claudia. To fulfill a life-long dream, Galeria travels to Rome to show Dilectus his heritage. Their timing could not have been worse. The Eternal City is about to fall into the hands of the Visigoths. What will become of the last villa in Britannia?

During the world's Dark Age, three English children live in a rural Tibetan village; their identities lost, their early memories with their parents in faded scattered pieces. Grace, on a dawn ride across the Tibetan planes, stumbles across a sacred scroll, hidden for centuries, and intended to reveal to its finder, the knowledge of the New Age. When the safety of their village life is threatened by a dark master, the three children are compelled to leave their beloved home and recover their lost past. The prophecy of the coming of the New Age threatens the established power and the children find themselves hunted. Their search for the all-knowing Meditation Master who may hold the key to their fate, takes them on a journey of self-discovery, spiritual awakening, and a quest to understand the message of the scroll, and more importantly who they are.

Some secrets freeze deeper than winter's grip.Newberry, Michigan. A town where frosted whispers linger in the pines and the past casts long shadows. Seeking solace, Willis arrives at his wife's childhood home, a haven of tranquility on the surface. A surge of drugs and a string of disappearances grip the dwindling community. Unease gnaws at Willis as silence shrouds each unanswered question.Driven by an insatiable quest for truth, Willis exposes a web of corruption that extends far beyond his grasp. Answers breed chilling new questions, and the price of his investigation escalates with every step.Can Willis confront the darkness in Newberry's heart before it consumes him and his newfound home? Or will the secrets buried beneath the frozen ground claim another victim?A heart-pounding descent into suspense, where the pursuit of justice becomes a desperate fight for survival.

When magic upends their lives, Casey and Rinne want to escape. But magic is relentless. They must come to terms with their power. Casey, bankrupt and out of options, retreats to Maine and the home of her formidable Aunt Cill. Things get worse when she falls for Dan. Together they must find out who is responsible for the gales that appear out of nowhere, destroying the trees on her aunt's property and almost killing Aunt Cill. Rinne, who can calm ocean waves with her thoughts, flees an arranged marriage on a tiny island where she is expected to pass on her skill to keep the fishing trade thriving. She finds freedom on the mainland but also confusion as she discovers she loves a woman. Rinne knows her missing sister Sarah is responsible for the brutal winds. Will she be able to stop her sister before it is too late?

In "Dark Wish" by C.A. Miller, Serena and Seumas navigate a world where ancient powers collide with modern ambitions. As they uncover the secrets of a mystical crystal, their journey leads them through time and across dimensions, testing the bounds of love and loyalty. Amidst the allure of a clandestine auction and the shadows of a hidden past, Serena and Seumas must confront the consequences of their choices. From the bustling streets of a contemporary metropolis to the hallowed halls of an age-old keep, they find solace in each other's arms, bound by a love that defies the bounds of time itself. But as dark forces gather and secrets unravel, they must confront their deepest fears and desires. In a world where nothing is as it seems, "Dark Wish" is a spellbinding tale of passion, power, and the pursuit of destiny.

The 'Woman of Glass' is based on the life of a strong and talented woman, a mother and entrepreneur, who was willing to challenge the accepted norms of nineteenth century society using her networking, media and financial skills to support her family and the family business, but at what cost? Through this semi biographical tale, which depicts a balance of fictional and actual events, life experiences, and challenges, the reader develops a connection to the character, sharing feelings and emotions, establishing an empathy with daily struggles many women face in an ever changing world..

Whether you are familiar with the Greek Gods and Goddesses, heroes and heroines or not, enjoy a humorous poetic jaunt through their antics. Fun for the adult on one level, fun for children on another...