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Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe: A Novel
Fannie Flagg Manufacturer: Random House ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0375508414 Release Date: 2002-05-07 |
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She’s one of America’s fairest and funniest ladies. Actress and screenwriter, director and comedienne, Fannie Flagg is also a most accomplished and high-spirited author. Said Kirkus of her first book, Coming Attractions: “It’s subtitled ‘A wonderful novel’ and that’s exactly what it is.” Here is her second. Get ready, because it’s going to make you laugh (a lot), cry (a little), and care (forever).Customer Reviews:
Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe.......2007-09-13
A Treasure.......2007-07-26
I quite liked it!.......2007-07-18
Better than the movie!.......2007-07-09
Book.......2007-07-03
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Whistle Stop: A Novel
Maritta Wolff Manufacturer: Scribner ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0743254864 |
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Whistle Stop, published to rave reviews and astonishing commercial success, is the story of the Veech family, an oversize, poverty-stricken tribe trying to make good in a cruel world. Through the course of a punishingly hot summer, we experience life with the six children and three adult Veeches as they bicker, brawl, make up, and provide titillating morsels of scandal for the neighborhood. A work of darkly comic grotesque, replete with shades of Flannery O'Connor, Whistle Stop is also a wrenching and earnest rumination on the tragedy of thwarted love.
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" Now back in print -- Maritta Wolff's 1941 masterpiece about small-town Midwestern life in post-Depression America Whistle Stop, published to rave reviews and astonishing commercial success, is the story of the Veech family, an oversize, poverty-stricken tribe trying to make good in a cruel world. Through the course of a punishingly hot summer, we experience life with the six children and three adult Veeches as they bicker, brawl, make up, and provide titillating morsels of scandal for the neighborhood. A work of darkly comic grotesque, replete with shades of Flannery O'Connor, Whistle Stop is also a wrenching and earnest rumination on the tragedy of thwarted love. "Customer Reviews:
This book will stop your heart.......2004-01-31
It's the story of a down-at-the heels family in a sleepy farm town in Michigan, and how they endure fate, and how they tempt it. Some are in pain, some are violent, some are ambitious, or selfish, and some have given up. Descriptively, you smell the sun-baked overgrown grass, you hear the creak of dilapidated floorboards, you hear and feel each taunt and jeer, and you feel their love and hate as if it is your own. Everyone is flawed and desperate, but everyone is alive in a way people don't seem to be anymore.
After you invite these characters into your home, they won't ever move out, which is for the best, because each one is a touchstone to a facet of your soul.
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Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe: A Reading Guide
Manufacturer: Arrow (A Division of Random House Group) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0099750015 |
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A Novel Approach: Fried Green Tomatoes Teacher's Manual (Novel Approach)
Elisabeth Gareis , Martine S. Allard , and Jacqueline J. Saindon Manufacturer: University of Michigan Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0472084992 |
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Whistle Stop
Maritta M. Wolff Manufacturer: Random House, 1941 ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000EX3UAU |
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Fannie Flagg's "Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe": A Study Guide from Gale's "Novels for Students" (Volume 07, Chapter 5)
Manufacturer: The Gale Group ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital Similar Items: ASIN: B00006G3K6 Release Date: 2002-07-23 |
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Term paper due tomorrow? Need to cram for a test? Or just looking for the best information about a favorite literary work?
Turn to "Novels for Students" to get your research done in record time. Brought to you by Thomson Gale--the world's leading source of literary criticism and analysis--this e-doc contains: plot summary; character analysis; author biography; an overview of the novel's themes, style, and historical context; a compendium of in-depth critical material; study questions; suggestions for further reading; and much more.
Why choose "Novels For Students"? Because no other source offers so much in such a compact package. Trust the experts: Thomson Gale--and "Novels for Students."
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Term paper due tomorrow? Need to bone up for a test? Or just looking for the best information about a favorite literary work?
Turn to "Novels for Students" to get your research done in record time. Brought to you by the Gale Group--the world's leading source of literary criticism and analysis--this e-doc contains: plot summary; character analysis; author biography; an overview of the novel's themes, style, and historical context; a compendium of in-depth critical material; study questions; suggestions for further reading; and much more.
Why choose "Novels For Students"? Because no other source offers so much in such a compact package. Trust the experts: The Gale Group--and "Novels for Students."
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Notes for real readers.......2003-01-10
Going back to Whistle Stop Alabama.......2002-10-14
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Dragon's Bluff (Dragonlance: Crossroads, Book 3)
Mary H. Herbert Manufacturer: Wizards of the Coast ProductGroup: Book Binding: Mass Market Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0786918772 Release Date: 2001-07-01 |
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Flotsam, a wrenched hive of scum and villainy.......2003-01-02
This novel includes just about everything a good DL novel needs. It has mages, thieves, dragons, gnome and kender sidekicks. It even has the cool theme of the story revolving around a card game called Dragon's Bluff. But it just kind of lacked that killer instinct that could have turned it into a truly great novel. Instead, while well written, the plot never really gives you the action you assume you should get. And the ending lacks that large bang you want during the end of a DL novel.
While it was realistic, had a well driven plot, developed characters, and even had the all important dragon as a villain, it just lacked a little "umph". Can't say I didn't like it, but sadly can't rave about it either.
Final Thought: Anyone up for a game of Dragon's Bluff?
a boring series.......2002-10-27
With about 80 novels in the DL series, it's a good thing that not all of them are worth reading a 2nd time(or 1st for that matter)but it still drives me crazy when they so obviously give some of these books a half-hearted attempt.
not bad at all.......2002-03-31
good.......2001-11-11
It Takes a Thief..........2001-08-04
This story starts out with Ulin Majere and his betrothed, Lucy, living in Solace after the destruction of the Academy of Sorcery. With magic failing both are making the transition to mundane lives. Suddenly, their routines are upset when a dwarf appears from far away Flotsam and asks Lucy to journey to that town to identify a corpse - one suspected to be the body of her father, Kethril Torkay. Lucy hasn't seen her father in 10 years and, wants to resolve her ambivalent feelings about the man who deserted her and her mother. She also feels a need to prove herself to Ulin, who is a descendant of the famous Majeres. When the dwarf offers 25% of her father's estate, the temptation proves to great and Lucy and Ulin set off on a hair-raising journey by boat and caravan.
Once arrived in Flotsam, Lucy finds that she hadn't quite been presented with all the facts. The corpse is not Kethril, and it turns out that his 'estate' consists of the stolen treasury of Flotsam. That treasury is desperately needed to pay the town's taxes to the fierce red dragon Fyremantle and his horrific mistress Malystryx. Far from being able to pay Lucy, Flotsam is on the verge of destruction and desperately needs help. On the strength of having magically converted several potatoes into firebombs and thus saving a caravan Lucy is offered the job of sheriff. Lucy and Challis the dwarf attempt to organize the town while Ulin, with the help of Notwen the gnome attempt to track down her errant father and Flotsam's missing taxes. Of course, nothing ever works quite according to plan and the fate of Flotsam is not decided until the last minute.
"Dragon's Bluff" turns out to be a charming story full of suspense and surprises. I am used to heavier fare from the DragonLance series and found myself being happily entertained by the many plot twists and the fascinating residents of one of Krynn's more obscure locations. This is by and large an upbeat story, despite being set in a land ruled by vicious and destructive dragons. It is a grim place to be, but the denizen's of Flotsam are determined to survive. Mary Herbert writes for pure entertainment and there is much to enjoy here. The novels in the Crossroads series are intended to be independent tales, and this tale stands well on it's own, although some understanding of the world of Krynn would be to the reader's advantage.
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The City of Ravens Bluff (AD&D Fantasy Roleplaying, Forgotten Realms Adventure) (Rpga Network Adventure)
Ed Greenwood Manufacturer: TSR Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0786911956 Release Date: 1998-11-03 |
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NOT good for experienced DMs in a 3e campaign!!.......2003-06-05
First, there's absolutely no statistics for any NPCs save their race, class, and level (ooh, thanks for all the help!).
Second, there's not hooks, twists, story lines, miniadventures or anything! What the . . . what player wants to sit and listen to a 3-page history of Foreign District?!
Where's the building maps?! Don't expect any here!
One good thing, though, it did have a nice walkthrough of the entire city included on the large, full-color map that comes with it.
To summarize, do NOT get this book thinking you're getting something that you can simply piece together with your own ideas. In order to make a worthwhile campaign, you're going to have to devote a lot of time and energy to maps, NPCs, and twists that, in my opinion, should have been included in an accessory such as this.
If you have time to do this, that's great! If you're studying for the Bar Exam in July like I am and don't have 5 hours a day to devote to making a decent adventure, don't get it!
NOT good for experienced DMs in a 3e campaign!!.......2003-06-05
First, there's absolutely no statistics for any NPCs save their race, class, and level (ooh, thanks for all the help!).
Second, there's not hooks, twists, story lines, miniadventures or anything! What the . . . what player wants to sit and listen to a 3-page history of Foreign District?!
Where's the building maps?! Don't expect any here!
One good thing, though, it did have a nice walkthrough of the entire city included on the large, full-color map that comes with it.
To summarize, do NOT get this book thinking you're getting something that you can simply piece together with your own ideas. In order to make a worthwhile campaign, you're going to have to devote a lot of time and energy to maps, NPCs, and twists that, in my opinion, should have been included in an accessory such as this.
If you have time to do this, that's great! If you're studying for the Bar Exam in July like I am and don't have 5 hours a day to devote to making a decent adventure, don't get it!
Exhaustive overview, without limiting possibilities.......2000-06-09
Raven's Bluff - Splendid AD&D Setting!.......2000-02-16
cool book.......1999-07-15
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Nightwatch: In the Living City (Advanced Dungeons & Dragons/Forgotten Realms/Raven's Bluff Module LC3)
Walt Baas , and Kira Glass Manufacturer: TSR ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1560760680 |
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brilliant roleplaying opportunities.......2002-09-01
The game is split up into a number of keyed scenarios that can link up to others later on. There are some hilarious NPCs to meet including an old vampire-slayer, a deranged druid who lives in the sewer with rats and a crazed fisherman trying to dice up his neighbour into burley.
There are not a lot of opportunities to hack & slash on the PC's part but it is a really nice alternative to most of the introductory modules out there. Look for it on the net or pick up an old hardcopy somewhere. Highly recommended.
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Dragons Bluff :Dlance Crossroads
Mary H Herbert Manufacturer: WIZARDS OF THE COAST@ ProductGroup: Book Binding: Mass Market Paperback ASIN: B000Q1H22C |
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Crimson Skies: Wings of Justice: Rogue Flyer (FAS8901) (Crimson Skies)
Loren L. Coleman Manufacturer: FASA Corp. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1555604064 Release Date: 2000-12-01 |
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New from FASA--a fiction series based on its most popular board game! CRIMSON SKY FICTION These novels, based on the exciting Microsoft computer game (scheduled for release in the third quarter of 2000) and FASA's popular board game, introduce the world of Crimson Skies. In the 1930s--of an alternative-history America--air militias from fragmented nation-states fight to protect themselves from pirates and other raiders. In this America, the planes are faster, the guns are bigger, and life is more exciting. The first series follows the transformation of Trevor "Rogue" Rheese from law-abiding security agent to pirate with a heart of gold.Customer Reviews:
Great book, but no follow up books.......2007-05-07
Mack Maloney's "Wingman" series in the 1930s.......2000-12-16
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A Woman's Spiritual Retreat: Teaching, Meditations, and Rituals to Celebrate Your Authentic Feminine Wisdom
Joan Borysenko Manufacturer: Sounds True ProductGroup: Book Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
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ASIN: 159179143X |
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Joan Borysenko, Ph.D. (bestselling author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind) has led thousands of women in spiritual retreats over the past fifteen years, helping them understand the unique path of a woman's spiritual journey. What started out as a few women getting together has become integral to Dr. Borysenko's career as an international teacher and speaker. On A Woman's Spiritual Retreat, she brings along her years of research as a cellular biologist and clinical psychologist to examine the difference between a woman's spiritual needs and a man's, and gives women ways to create their own feminine spiritual practices in a bold step toward a "universal spirituality" that honors the feminine in both men and women.Listeners will join Dr. Borysenko in a full retreat they can experience anywhere, where they explore:
· The importance of mindfulness in a woman¹s life
· Maiden, Mother, Guardian, and Crone: discovering the source of power in each stage of being a woman
· More than eight hours of meditations, rituals, and guided imagery to honor women¹s own spiritual paths, and much more.
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A Woman's Necessity.......2006-08-04
For Women Only: Take Some Time To Retreat and Learn.......2006-01-10
A Woman's Spiritual Retreat (CD).......2004-08-13
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