A gripping, moving story of love, courage and sacrifice, inspired by real events, of two sisters in occupied Jersey during World War Two - one a nurse, who is transported to Germany, the other working for the island's resistance.
Gill Thompson Livres
Cette auteure explore les profondeurs de la psychologie humaine et des relations à travers des récits captivants. Sa maîtrise stylistique et ses observations perspicaces sur la nature humaine rendent son œuvre inoubliable. Avec une formation académique en écriture créative, elle apporte une perspective unique à son art. Les lecteurs peuvent s'attendre à découvrir des thèmes complexes et des émotions fortes dans ses écrits.
The Oceans Between Us
A gripping and heartwrenching novel of a mother's search for her lost child during WW2
- 448pages
- 16 heures de lecture
Set against the backdrop of London and Australia, this novel explores the resilience of the human spirit and the lasting impact of love. Through its poignant narrative, it delves into the characters' journeys, highlighting their struggles and triumphs, ultimately celebrating the profound connections that bind them.
Focusing on the integration of theory and practical experience, this comprehensive textbook supports students in youth work training. It emphasizes the development of competent and ethical practitioners, encouraging reflection on both learning and practice. By addressing the challenges of translating theoretical knowledge into real-world placements, it provides essential guidance for those working with young people.
Inspired by the extraordinary true events of the Kindertransport, which rescued Jewish children from Nazi Germany, a heartrending novel about two mothers and the little girl whose life they save.
A heartwrenching, uplifting story, inspired by real events, of a mother and child, separated by continents, trying to find a way back to each other.
The Orphans on the Train
Gripping historical WW2 fiction perfect for readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, inspired by true events
- 368pages
- 13 heures de lecture
Set against the backdrop of war, the narrative follows two orphaned girls as they navigate the brutal realities of survival. Their journey highlights the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, showcasing their courage and determination amidst chaos. The story intertwines themes of friendship, loss, and the struggle for hope, drawing inspiration from true events that amplify the emotional depth of their experiences.
Offering a diverse range of innovative projects, this book serves as a thorough introduction to printmaking for artists of all skill levels. It encourages creativity and exploration, making it an essential resource for both beginners and experienced printmakers looking to expand their techniques.
"This succinct and insightful guide to reflective practice is designed for students and practitioners across a range of professions in the human services - social work, healthcare and related fields. The third edition covers the ways in which pandemic-induced remote working has affected opportunities for spontaneous group reflection. It also includes new content which looks at the significance of reflective practice for management and leadership and clearer links across reflective learning, personal growth and spirituality"--
Understanding the identity and history of those we support is vital. Setting out policies and procedures that encourage advocacy of individualised care for LGBTQ+ people with dementia, the goal is to encourage practices that help service users to feel understood, respected and well cared for.
Poutavý román inspirovaný skutečnými událostmi. Matka i její syn, rozděleni tragédií během 2.světové války, bojují o svoje znovushledání. Po leteckém náletu je v Londýně nalezena bloudící žena. Zpočátku si nepamatuje, kým je ani co se přesně stalo, vybavuje se jí matně pouze to, že ztratila něco velmi vzácného. Mezitím její syn čeká v sirotčinci a doufá, že se jeho matka vrátí. Posléze si ho jako domnělého sirotka adoptuje osamělá žena z Austrálie. Pak ale objeví tajemství jeho minulosti. Měla by mlčet? Nebo řekne pravdu a bude přitom riskovat ztrátu chlapce, který se mezitím stal součástí jejího života?
