Hugh Chesterman was a British children's author, published during the 1920s and 30s. He wrote many books and poems, as well as producing a children's magazine called the Merry Go Round, published in Oxford with his great friend Basil Blackwell. He lived in Islip, Oxfordshire, UK, and was married to Sylvia, with 2 daughters - Jenifer (Brown) and Elizabeth (Swinnerton). He died in WW2, and is now survived by his grand and great grand children.
Anne E. Schraff is an author known for writing young adult fiction books, including the Bluford High series. Her books often feature themes of friendship, family, and overcoming challenges. Schraff's writing is popular among teenage readers for its relatable stories and characters.
Rudyard Kipling expressed a belief in a higher power and the divine in some of his works, but he did not adhere to a specific religious ideology. His views on God can be seen as complex and multifaceted, reflecting a sense of wonder and questioning rather than a clear-cut doctrine.
She had three sisters. Mary the oldest, died from pneumonia and complications from a stroke. Diabetes ran in the Ingalls family and Laura, Carrie, and Grace all eventually died from complications of the disease.
Zlata Filipovic enjoys reading, writing, and spending time in nature. She has a passion for literature and uses writing as a way to express herself and process her experiences. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors and connecting with the natural world.
Judy Blume’s favorite place to write was her office at home in Key West, Florida. She found the tranquility and warmth of this space inspiring for her writing process.
Yes, Roald Dahl faced challenges such as the loss of his daughter Olivia to measles encephalitis, his own struggles with health issues, and criticism over some of his controversial themes in his children's books. However, he found success as a beloved author despite these difficulties.
Rudyard Kipling's wife, Caroline, died of pneumonia in 1939.
I believe his origanal language was Engish and he taught himself to speak French and Italian but he could read little of any language.
Some themes Shel Silverstein wrote about include childhood, imagination, friendship, love, individuality, and the passage of time. His works often contain whimsical and thought-provoking insights on these themes.
Mark Twain worked as a river boat captain for around four years on the Mississippi River before turning to a career in writing. His experiences on the river provided inspiration for many of his famous works.
In the novel "Darkwing" by Kenneth Oppel, the climax occurs when Dusk confronts the Old One and learns the truth about his origins and abilities. This revelation sets the stage for the final confrontation between Dusk and the Old One, leading to a pivotal moment that resolves the central conflict of the story.
Rose had one child, a son, who died at, or immediately after, birth.
Yes, Susan and Shel were married but ended it in a divorce. They had a daughter, Shoshanna who died of a brain anuerism in 1982 at 11 years old and they have a son Matthew, born 1984.
(They were married in a church)
Shel Silverstein attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Roosevelt University but did not graduate from either institution. He pursued a career in the arts, eventually becoming a successful writer and illustrator of children's books and poetry.
A professional mourner is someone who is hired to attend and mourn at funerals or memorial services to enhance the emotional atmosphere. They are paid to express grief and sorrow, providing a sense of authenticity and support for the grieving family.
The main character in "Memoirs of a Geisha" is Sayuri, a young girl who is sold into the geisha profession. Other significant characters include Hatsumomo, a jealous and malicious geisha, and Mameha, Sayuri’s mentor and friend. The story follows Sayuri's journey as she navigates the complex world of geisha society in pre-World War II Japan.
Mr. Hale is referring to the Devil when he says "we shall need hard study if it comes to tracking down the old boy." The reference to "the old boy" is a colloquial term for the Devil, indicating that if they need to expose the Devil's presence in Salem, it will require significant effort and investigation.
"The Chieftest Mourner" by Aida Rivera tells the story of the widow of a prominent politician, Tony Javier, and his mistress who mourns his death. The narrative explores the complexities of love, loss, and societal expectations, highlighting the sacrifices made by the chieftest mourner despite her lack of legal status as a wife. Through various perspectives and conflicts, the story portrays the enduring power of love and the different ways people express grief.
The sad-eyed angel is hanged because the artist may be representing themes of vulnerability, sorrow, or tragedy through the imagery of a hanged angel. It could symbolize a fall from grace or a sense of emotional or spiritual burden being carried by the angel.
The Gold Frame is a short story written by the cartoonist, R.K.Laxman. In this story the writer tries to bring out the characteristics of Indian middle class. The hypocrisy and false prestige, typical to middle class are well exposed in this story. The style of the story is consistent with the theme of humour.
The Modern Frame Works is an extra-large wooden packing case placed in-between two other shops. Datta, the owner of the Modern Frame Works, is the central figure in the story. He was a lean man with silver-rimmed glasses and the colour of seasoned timber. He was a silent and hardworking man. He spoke very little and discouraged casual friends and idle gossip.
Once a customer approaches Datta to get an old photograph framed in the best possible frame. He respects, admires and praises the old man which makes one believe that the man in the photograph must have been an ideal human being. The customer is great for his ability to recognize and respect such humanity. The customer has no will of his own so Datta comes to his rescue to help him select a proper frame. With his help he selects cut mount for his photograph. The customer talks as if it were his life's mission to get the photograph framed but he does not even likes to pay the price quoted by Datta. After getting the price and date settled he goes away.
His customers came days in advance and went away disappointed or came months later. Some never turned up at all and their pictures lay unclaimed in a box. Thus Datta would not begin his work unless his customers came twice before the date of due. His tall and rustic looking customer appeared after ten days to see the progress in work. When Datta grasped the interest of his customer in the frame he took out the photograph to frame it. Datta accidentally spills enamel paint on the sacred photograph of the customer. He tries to rub it with a piece of cloth but the figure peels off. The respectable old man's face turned into thick black specks sticking to the enamel smeared on the piece of closth in his hand. Datta was afraid of the consequences. Every nerve in his head throbbed as if it would tear apart if he did not hold it down. Datta thought of alternate solutions like framing another photograph. Luckily he found one with which he could take a fair risk. In his confusion Datta frames square frame while the customer has ordered an oval frame. This in a way saves Datta. The customer questions the frame and not the photograph itself, thereby saving Datta. This results in humour.
This story reveals the cunning nature of Datta. R.K.Laxman depicts the cunning nature of Datta. R.K.Laxman depicts the customer as a fool. The customer agrees upon the price though he feels it to be high. After all the lavish praise, a bargain over the price would make him still foolish. So his veneration for the old man as well as his willingness to pay any price for the frame is both dubious. Data is saved by the foolishness of the customer rather than by his own experience or cleverness. Thus the story The Gold Frame has suspense, irony, and humour resulting from the theme, characterization, setting and style.
Some examples of books with "three" in the title include "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin, "The Three Musketeers" by Alexandre Dumas, and "The Three-Body Problem" by Liu Cixin.
In the book "Of Mice and Men," Crooks is the stable buck who has a crooked back. The boss takes his anger out on Crooks and abuses him whenever he is mad.
he uses him as a venting machine
Huckleberry Finn is a character from Mark Twain's novel "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." He is a young boy from the American South who embarks on a journey down the Mississippi River with his friend, Jim, a runaway slave. Huck is known for his cleverness, resourcefulness, and sense of adventure.
Hera cursed Echo to only be able to repeat the last words spoken to her, as a punishment for distracting her while Zeus was with another nymph. This left Echo unable to speak of her own accord, and she could only echo the words of others.