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Die Arzthaftung
by Karl Otto Bergmann Carolin WeverMit der Einführung des Gesetzes zur Verbesserung der Rechte von Patientinnen und Patienten ist im Jahre 2013 der ärztliche Behandlungsvertrag in das Bürgerliche Gesetzbuch aufgenommen worden. Diese Rechtsgrundlage ist Anlass der vierten Auflage des Leitfadens für Mediziner und Juristen. Für die Juristen bietet das Werk nach wie vor eine fallbezogene Einführung in das Arzthaftungsrecht unter Einbeziehung der neuen Regelungen des BGB. Daneben wird es auch für Ärzte und die Verantwortlichen im Krankenhausbereich immer wichtiger, sich mit den rechtlichen Grundlagen ihrer Arbeit auseinander setzen. Nicht nur die nunmehr im Bürgerlichen Gesetzbuch aufgeführten Pflichten und Beweislastregeln, sondern beispielsweise auch die neuen Verantwortlichkeiten nach dem 2011 reformierten Infektionsschutzgesetz steigern die Bereitschaft von Juristen und Medizinern, rechtliche Grundlagen der ärztlichen Tätigkeit zu beleuchten und die Qualität der Krankenbehandlungen im deutschen Gesundheitswesen zu steigern. Die Haftungsfragen der arbeitsteiligen Medizin, der Organisation und Patientenaufklärung wie auch der Dokumentation stehen im Mittelpunkt der Aufarbeitung. Beispielsfälle und Schaubilder verdeutlichen die Denkweise der Gerichte und schaffen einen Überblick sowohl für Juristen als auch für Ärzte und Medizinstudenten.
Die Aufzeichnungen des Malte Laurids Brigge
by Rainer Maria RilkeThe Notebooks of Malte Laurids Brigge is Rilke’s major prose work and was one of the earliest publications to introduce him to American readers. The very wide audience which Rilke’s work commands today will welcome the reissue in paperback of this extremely perceptive translation of the Notebooks by M. D. Herter Norton. A masterly translation of one of the first great modernist novels by one of the German language's greatest poets, in which a young man named Malte Laurids Brigge lives in a cheap room in Paris while his belongings rot in storage. Every person he sees seems to carry their death within them and with little but a library card to distinguish him from the city's untouchables, he thinks of the deaths, and ghosts, of his aristocratic family, of which he is the sole living descendant. Suffused with passages of lyrical brilliance, Rilke's semi-autobiographical novel is a moving and powerful coming-of-age story.
Die Hard, Aby!: Abraham Bevistein - The Boy Soldier Shot to Encourage the Others
by David ListerRecent books, many by Pen and Sword, such as Shot At Dawn have highlighted the shocking cases of young British soldiers in the Great War being executed by their own side. All too often their trials were cursory and the evidence flimsy. This scandal has appalled right-minded people of all political persuasions. This book examines in depth the case of a young Jewish boy, Aby Beverstein who enlisted in the Middlesex Regiment. Aby was wounded, hospitalized and on (possibly premature) release did not return to his battalion immediately. The authorities arrested and tried him.His execution was greeted with horror by his family and those who knew him and readers will feel equally outraged.
Die Leiden des jungen Werther -- Band 2
by Johann Wolfgang Von GoetheMost of The Sorrows of Young Werther is presented as a collection of letters written by Werther, a young artist of a sensitive and passionate temperament, to his friend Wilhelm. These give an intimate account of his stay in the fictional village of Wahlheim (based on Garbenheim, near Wetzlar),[citation needed] whose peasants have enchanted him with their simple ways. There he meets Charlotte, a beautiful young girl who takes care of her siblings after the death of their mother. Werther falls in love with Charlotte despite knowing beforehand that she is engaged to a man named Albert eleven years her senior.[3]
Die Nigger Die!: A Political Autobiography of Jamil Abdullah al-Amin
by H. Rap BrownMore than any other black leader, H. Rap Brown, chairman of the radical Black Power organization Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), came to symbolize the ideology of black revolution. This autobiography--which was first published in 1969, went through seven printings and has long been unavailable--chronicles the making of a revolutionary. It is much more than a personal history, however; it is a call to arms, an urgent message to the black community to be the vanguard force in the struggle of oppressed people. Forthright, sardonic, and shocking, this book is not only illuminating and dynamic but also a vitally important document that is essential to understanding the upheavals of the late 1960s. University of Massachusetts professor Ekwueme Michael Thelwell has updated this edition, covering Brown's decades of harassment by law enforcement agencies, his extraordinary transformation into an important Muslim leader, and his sensational trial.
Die Walking: A Child's Journey Through Genocide
by Obadiah M.An unforgettable first-person account of surviving the Rwandan genocide and its aftermath In 1994, Obadiah was the thirteen-year-old son of a Hutu pastor in Rwanda, dreaming of becoming a pilot, when he heard something was wrong in the capital. He didn’t understand the politics, but an uncle appeared, a family meeting was held, and then they were fleeing genocide with soldiers in pursuit. Everywhere was death, hunger, that smell. Stalked by terror, Obadiah kept moving through unrelenting danger and the darkest despair. He was sustained by faith and the philosophy of ubuntu — finding one’s self through connection with others. But not even escape led to safety, as Obadiah had to ultimately face the horrors of the American refugee detention system. In the spirit of Night by Elie Wiesel, Die Walking is one boy’s horrific story of shared humanity in a chaotic world.
Die Young with Me: A Memoir
by Rob RufusIn the tradition of John Green's The Fault in Our Stars and Me and Earl and the Dying Girl comes the incredibly moving true story of a teenager diagnosed with cancer and how music was the one thing that helped him get through his darkest days. Punk's not dead in rural West Virginia. In fact, it blares constantly from the basement of Rob and Nat Rufus--identical twin brothers with spiked hair, black leather jackets, and the most kick-ass record collection in Appalachia. To them, school (and pretty much everything else) sucks. But what can you expect when you're the only punks in town? When the brothers start their own band, their lives begin to change: they meet friends, they attract girls, and they finally get invited to join a national tour and get out of their rat box little town. But their plans are cut short when Rob is diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that has already progressed to Stage Four. Not only are his dreams of punk rock stardom completely shredded, there is a very real threat that this is one battle that can't be won. While Rob suffers through nightmarish treatments and debilitating surgery, Nat continues on their band's road to success alone. But as Rob's life diverges from his brother's, he learns to find strength within himself and through his music. Die Young With Me is a raw, honest account of a brave teen's fight with cancer and the many ways music helped him cope through his recovery. <br> <b>Winner of the 2017 Alex Award (10 best adult books that appeal to teen audiences)</b>
Diego: Bigger Than Life
by Carmen T. Bernier-GrandA biography in free verse of one of the 20th century's greatest artists.
Diego Forlán (Superstars of Soccer)
by Daniel GradyPara los uruguayos, Diego Forlán es un ídolo. El delantero del Inter de Milán es el mayor goleador de la historia de su país. Dos veces ganó la Bota de Oro, el prestigioso premio que se entrega al mejor jugador de Europa. En el 2010 compartió el mejor gol de la Copa del Mundo, y fue seleccionado del "equipo de las estrellas". Recibió muchos otros premios también. Actualmente vive en Italia por su trabajo, pero está muy conectado con su país. Trabaja en diversas actividades de beneficencia, siendo embajador de la UNICEF en Uruguay, y usa su fama para llamar la atención en la prevención de accidentes de tránsito.
Diego Forlán (Superstars of Soccer SPANISH)
by Daniel GradyPara los uruguayos, Diego Forlán es un ídolo. El delantero del Inter de Milán es el mayor goleador de la historia de su país. Dos veces ganó la Bota de Oro, el prestigioso premio que se entrega al mejor jugador de Europa. En el 2010 compartió el mejor gol de la Copa del Mundo, y fue seleccionado del "equipo de las estrellas". Recibió muchos otros premios también. Actualmente vive en Italia por su trabajo, pero está muy conectado con su país. Trabaja en diversas actividades de beneficencia, siendo embajador de la UNICEF en Uruguay, y usa su fama para llamar la atención en la prevención de accidentes de tránsito.
Diego Maradona: and Other Conversations (The Last Interview Series)
by Melville HouseA series of provocative, moving and illuminating interviews with (arguably) the greatest soccer player ever...Diego Armando Maradona&’s death on November 25, 2020, at the age of 60, was a death that had been foretold many times. Even when he was alive accounts of his life had a tragic register, of the kid from the slums whose magical talent on the soccer field was squandered by drug addiction. But his death allowed millions of people to ponder both the tragedy and triumph of his life, of a man who was arguably the world&’s greatest soccer player, who was also a champion for the world&’s poor. Adorned in the talismanic number 10 shirt that Maradona made his own while playing Boca Juniors, Barcelona, Napoli and Argentina, hundreds of thousands flocked to the presidential palace in Buenos Aires to pay their last respects; millions around the world were similarly moved, creating makeshift altars and murals in his honor. Vatican News called him &“soccer&’s poet.&”The interviews collected in Diego Maradona: The Last Interview span the breadth of his life and career as a player, coach, and public figure, providing a panoramic and extremely candid accounting of his rollercoaster life, many translated into English for the first time. Included in the book are encounters with Pele and Gary Lineker, who Maradona played against in the 1986 England-Argentina game that sent shockwaves around the world. The book also features his reflections on his stuggles with drug addiction, the highs and low of his experience playing for Napoli, his strong views on Lionel Messi, the governance of world soccer, and his worries about the impact of Covid on the world's poor. Maradona: The Last Interview is a fitting tribute to a complicated and brilliant soccer player who moved the world and changed the game of soccer forever.Introduction by Roger Bennett, the co-host of Peacock's Men in Blazers show
Diego Rivera: An Artist For The People
by Susan Goldman RubinDiego Rivera offers young readers unique insight into the life and artwork of the famous Mexican painter and muralist. The book follows Rivera’s career, looking at his influences and tracing the evolution of his style. <P><P>His work often called attention to the culture and struggles of the Mexican working class. Believing that art should be for the people, he created public murals in both the United States and Mexico, examples of which are included. <P><P> The book contains a list of museums where you can see Rivera’s art, a historical note, a glossary, and a bibliography.
Diejenigen, die… La Gazzetta
by Claudio CalzoniSeit Jahren sind die Edizioni Hogwords einer der Bezugspunkte der Kultur des Territoriums der Kavalleriestadt und des Turiner Raums und veröffentlichen regelmäßig Romane und Gedichtsammlungen zahlreicher subalpiner Autoren. Um diese Aktivität herum haben sich besondere Wege aufgetan, wie die Organisation von unterhaltsamen und engagierten “Abendessen mit Kriminalität” in Restaurants und Clubs im Piemont und die Veröffentlichung einer Zeitschrift im Netzwerk namens “La Gazzetta di Hogwords”. Dieses Buch ist eine Sammlung der Interviews, die der Direktor geführt hat.
Dieppe: Canada's Forgotten Heroes
by John MellorThis WWII historical memoir chronicles the Canadian-led raid on a Nazi-occupied port in Northern France, as well as capture and escape from POW camps. Gripping in its intensity and detail, John Mellor&’s account of the doomed raid on Dieppe, France, in 1942 combines authoritative research with his own firsthand experience. Examining the debate surrounding this tactical failure, Mellor also puts the reader in the landing craft and on the beaches with individual Canadian soldiers. Dieppe recounts the terrible deaths of 807 Canadians and the damage to 1,946 survivors whose subsequent march to German prisoner-of-war camps is nearly as tragic as the raid itself. Mellor writes candidly about the survival tactics, the successful tunnel escapes, and the heroism of nearly three years in appalling captivity, including the desperate &“death marches&” the prisoners endured.
The Diesel Brothers: A Truckin' Awesome Guide to Trucks and Life
by Diesel Dave Heavy DFeel like somebody hit the brakes on your Diesel Brothers cravings? Discover how you can keep the gas going with this rip-roaring ride behind the scenes of Discovery Channel's popular series Diesel Brothers.In the world of monster trucks, no one builds bigger and more extreme rides—and has more fun in the process—than Heavy D, Diesel Dave, and their crew at DieselSellerz. Their larger-than-life creations and awesome truck giveaways are legendary, but for those less fortunate who haven’t had the opportunity to experience a Bros’ souped-up truck, this thrill-ride of a book is the next best thing. Learn the epic and inspirational stories behind Heavy D and Diesel Dave’s business and personal lives, from the guys’ first meeting, to their early adventures building DieselSellerz, to their successful business venture with Redbeard, Muscle, and the rest of the fearless staff. In addition to learning about the Bros’ two-year Mormon missions, humble beginnings, and world travels, you’ll also get the unforgettable details of their hilarious, most well-known pranks, and the remarkable stories behind the personalities that have made Diesel Brothers one of the fastest growing and most popular reality TV shows. But wait—there’s more! The book is chock full of essential advice for anyone who’d like to get in on the action. Whether you’re a die-hard monster truck fan or just looking for inspiration to upgrade that piece of junk in your garage, Heavy D and his crew are here to show you how it’s done. You’ll learn how to find the best bargain in the junkyard, how to play hardball with tough-talking dealers, and how to turn that sad sack heap of parts into a badass diesel vehicle. What are you waiting for? Get out there and let diesel freedom ring!
Diesel Dining: The Art of Manifold Cooking
by Cecil Jorgensen Kathleen SzalayDiesel Dining: The Art of Manifold Cooking is for hungry truck drivers. Hard working people not having the luxury of being at home, and wanting something at the end of a long day resembling a home-cooked dinner. Diesel Dining: The Art of Manifold Cooking teaches you how to prepare good, healthy, hot, affordable meals. Diesel Dining: The Art of Manifold Cooking is guaranteed to save you thousands of dollars a year by removing the temptation and impulse buying of overpriced fast food products when you are famished and too exhausted to cook. Diesel Dining: The Art of Manifold Cooking offers a variety of recipes you can try cooking on your manifold. It also includes tips, tricks, stories, and trucking folklore. If you're a long haul trucker, and you want to enjoy a home-cooked, hot, meat and potatoes dinner at the end of your day's drive, then Diesel Dining: The Art of Manifold Cooking is the one and only cookbook you'll ever need. You'll never see Diesel Dining: The Art of Manifold Cooking in a typical homemaker's kitchen, since its premise is based on using your truck's diesel engine to cook your meals. Soon, this book will be dog-eared and stained with a variety of sauces, as it sits within easy reach by your interstate maps and daily log book.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Letters and Papers from Prison A Biography
by Martin E. MartyFor fascination, influence, inspiration, and controversy, Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Letters and Papers from Prison is unmatched by any other book of Christian reflection written in the twentieth century. A Lutheran pastor and theologian, Bonhoeffer spent two years in Nazi prisons before being executed at age thirty-nine, just a month before the German surrender, for his role in the plot to kill Hitler. The posthumous Letters and Papers from Prison has had a tremendous impact on both Christian and secular thought since it was first published in 1951, and has helped establish Bonhoeffer's reputation as one of the most important Protestant thinkers of the twentieth century. In this, the first history of the book's remarkable global career, National Book Award-winning author Martin Marty tells how and why Letters and Papers from Prison has been read and used in such dramatically different ways, from the cold war to today. In his late letters, Bonhoeffer raised tantalizing questions about the role of Christianity and the church in an increasingly secular world. Marty tells the story of how, in the 1960s and the following decades, these provocative ideas stirred a wide range of thinkers and activists, including civil rights and antiapartheid campaigners, "death-of-God" theologians, and East German Marxists. In the process of tracing the eventful and contested history of Bonhoeffer's book, Marty provides a compelling new perspective on religious and secular life in the postwar era.
Los diez pasos hacia Nanette: Memorias incómodas
by Hannah GadsbyHannah Gadsby desvela los momentos que definieron su vida y la llevaron a subir al escenario con toda la verdad por delante. «No hay nada más fuerte que una mujer rota que logra recomponerse».Hannah Gadsby, Nanette Nanette no fue solo un espectáculo de stand-up insuperable, fue también un arrollador éxito viral que cautivó al público por su sinceridad desgarrada y por su habilidad para generar a un mismo tiempo tensión y risa. El éxito mundial de Gadsby podría hacernos creer que la fama le llegó de la noche a la mañana, pero el camino que la llevó a lo más alto de la escena internacional fue en realidad bastante tortuoso. En Los diez pasos hacia Nanette, Gadbsy nos brinda su retrato más íntimo: su adolescencia como persona queer en Tasmania (donde la homosexualidad fue ilegal hasta 1997), los trabajos itinerantes en Australia tras la universidad, sus duros encontronazos con la homofobia y la violencia sexual, su constante evolución como cómica, los diagnósticos tardíos de autismo y TDAH... y finalmente el hallazgo de lo que había de ser la esencia de Nanette, es decir, la renuncia a mofarse de sí misma en sus chistes, el rechazo de la misoginia y el compromiso moral con decir la verdad a toda costa. Tan dura como divertida, Los diez pasos hacia Nanette es una «autobiografía incómoda» que, siguiendo la costumbre de su autora de jugar con las expectativas y las reglas de la comedia, nos acerca a una de las voces más explosivas e influyentes de nuestro tiempo. La crítica ha dicho:«Hannah es una fuerza prometeica, un talento revolucionario. Con este libro gracioso, conmovedor y a veces trágico lo que ha hecho es señalarnos dónde se originaron sus hogueras».Emma Thompson «Hannah Gadsby es la perfecta representación de la verdad que se esconde detrás de toda broma».La Vanguardia «Una clara muestra de todo lo bueno que puede pasar cuando una voz diferente se hace oír».Victoria Segal, The Times «Gadsby se muestra aquí como una escritora clara, inteligente y sustanciosa, capaz de hablarnos de sus años de formativos y de la evolución de su carrera y a la vez tocar temas relativos a la cultura popular, la política, la salud mental o el autismo».Steph Harmon, The Guardian «Un libro aparentemente de memorias que, sin embargo, escapa a toda convención y con el que Gadbsy logra, desde el núcleo irradiador que es su espectáculo más famoso, reconstruir con detalle su trayectoria vital».Thomas Floyd, The Washington Post «Sus fans comprobarán con sumo placer que Gadbsy, sobre el papel, es tan buena como sobre el escenario.»Trish Bendix, Time La crítica ha dicho sobre Nanette:«Nanette es un fenómeno internacional, el monólogo más comentado, reseñado y compartido en años, exquisitamente sincronizado con la era MeToo».The New York Times «Tan divertido como profundamente furioso».The New Yorker «Nanette es sencillamente extraordinaria. Me ha conmovido y me ha hecho reflexionar sobre el humor, el yo, el autodesprecio y los usos de la ira. Muchas gracias. Es simplemente brillante».Roxane Gay «Una hora y tres minutos. Ese es el tiempo que tarda Gadsby en destrozarte con sus palabras, ojos vidriosos y realidad sin filtros».El País «Jamás he llorado tan desconsoladamente en un espectáculo de comedia stand up».Monica Lewinsky
Differ We Must: How Lincoln Succeeded in a Divided America
by Steve InskeepAn instant New York Times bestsellerA compelling and nuanced exploration of Abraham Lincoln&’s political acumen, illuminating a great politician&’s strategy in a country divided—and lessons for our own disorderly presentIn 1855, with the United States at odds over slavery, the lawyer Abraham Lincoln wrote a note to his best friend, the son of a Kentucky slaveowner. Lincoln rebuked his friend for failing to oppose slavery. But he added: &“If for this you and I must differ, differ we must,&” and said they would be friends forever. Throughout his life and political career, Lincoln often agreed to disagree. Democracy demanded it, since even an adversary had a vote. The man who went on to become America&’s sixteenth president has assumed many roles in our historical consciousness, but most notable is that he was, unapologetically, a politician. And as Steve Inskeep argues, it was because he was willing to engage in politics—meeting with critics, sometimes working with them and other times outwitting them—that he was able to lead a social revolution.In Differ We Must, Inskeep illuminates Lincoln&’s life through sixteen encounters, some well-known, some obscure, but all imbued with new significance here. Each interaction was with a person who differed from Lincoln, and in each someone wanted something from the other. While Lincoln didn&’t always change his critics&’ beliefs—many went to war against him—he did learn how to make his beliefs actionable. He told jokes, relied on sarcasm, and often made fun of himself—but behind the banter was a distinguished storyteller who carefully chose what to say and what to withhold. He knew his limitations and, as history came to prove, he knew how to prioritize. Many of his greatest acts came about through his engagement with people who disagreed with him—meaning that in these meetings, Lincoln became the Lincoln we know.As the host of NPR&’s Morning Edition for almost two decades, Inskeep has mastered the art of bridging divides and building constructive debate in interviews; in Differ We Must, he brings his skills to bear on a prior master, forming a fresh and compelling narrative of Lincoln&’s life. With rich detail and enlightening commentary, Inskeep expands our understanding of a politician who held strong to his moral compass while navigating between corrosive political factions, one who began his career in the minority party and not only won the majority but succeeded in uniting a nation.
A Difference of Opinion: My Political Journey
by Jim SillarsJim Sillars, among the last of his generation’s working-class politicians, has had a prominent role in Scottish public life for more than six decades, during which he moved from being a Unionist Labour MP to becoming deputy leader of the SNP and now a sharp critic of the party’s cult of personality. In this candid memoir, he records a controversial political life from local councillor to Westminster MP, during which he had dealings with many prominent politicians of the day. But he also reflects on what moulded him in his early years, the added influences of his service in the Royal Navy, his time in Hong Kong, his trade union activity and his non-political business engagements in the Middle East and Asia. Bringing the book up to date to address contemporary issues, he offers views on Brexit, Russia, the Middle East, climate change, the Alex Salmond trial and the consequences of the 2021 Holyrood election. He and Margo MacDonald, to whom he was married for thirty-three years, were a formidable political partnership until her death in 2014. He pays a heartfelt tribute to her in this book.
Different Country, Same State: On The Road With James Blunt
by Peter Hardy213 performances, 58 countries, 15 months. James Blunt's 'All the Lost Souls' international tour was one of the greatest pop marathons of all time. Journalist and family friend Peter Hardy joined James and his band on their exhilarating and exhausting journey around the world, hoping to discover the man behind the music. From the tour bus to the dressing rooms, from the stage to the after-show parties, travelling with James gave 'Weird Uncle Peter' an access-all-areas pass to his life on tour. A warts-and-all account of lost guitars, adoring fans, ludicrous bar bills and very, very late nights, this is an honest, amusing and insightful look at the mad world of celebrity and the inside story of James himself, both in front of the crowds and behind closed doors. DIFFERENT COUNTRY, SAME STATE is a frank exploration of one man's journey, his passion for music and his passion for life.
A Different Drummer: My Thirty Years with Ronald Reagan
by Michael K. DeaverThe New York Times bestselling memoir of Ronald Reagan by his longtime aide and friend"These are memories of a friend and they span over the 35 years that I have known and loved Ronald and Nancy Reagan. Primarily anecdotal, there will be no footnotes, simply my best efforts to reconstruct these years and what they have meant to me."--Michael DeaverRONALD REAGAN AND ME will be comprised of six parts:The Early Years: Deaver and his first meeting with Reagan during his campaign for governor of California in 1966. His first impressions of Reagan's his management style, media savvy and incredible ability to communicate.Reagan: The Man: A look at the traits that make the man: perfectionist, competitor, unwavering discipline, and a deep sense of purpose and destiny.Sincerely, Ronald Reagan: Never-before-published excerpts from letters Reagan wrote to people of various backgrounds.The Campaigner: On the stump during the presidential campaigns.Mr. President: Reagan in action in the Oval Office. How he changed after he was shot, and his battles with Congress and Communism.The Long Goodbye: With Nancy's cooperation, a look at the Reagans' struggle with Alzheimers and the impact it has had on their marriage and the family.
Different Every Time: The Authorized Biography of Robert Wyatt
by Marcus O'DairRobert Wyatt started out as the drummer and singer for Soft Machine, who shared a residency at Middle Earth with Pink Floyd and toured America with the Jimi Hendrix Experience. He brought a jazz mindset to the 1960's rock scene, having honed his drumming skills in a shed at the end of Robert Graves' garden in Mallorica, Spain.Wyatt's life took an abrupt turn in 1973, when he fell from a fourth-floor window at a party and was paralyzed from the waist down. He reinvented himself as a singer and composer with the extraordinary album Rock Bottom, which he followed with an idiosyncratic string of records that uniquely combine the personal and political.Along the way, Robert has worked with the likes of Brian Eno, Bjork, Jerry Dammers, Charlie Haden, David Gilmour, Paul Weller and Hot Chip. Marcus O'Dair has talked to all of them--indeed anyone who has shaped, or been shaped by Wyatt over five decades. Different Every Time is the first biography of Robert Wyatt, and it was written with his full participation. It includes illustrations by Alfreda Benge and photographs from Robert's personal archive.
A Different Face: The Life of Mary Wollstonecraft
by Emily W. SunsteinMary Wollstonecraft, author of the eighteenth-century classic, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, is a fascinating subject for biography. She did not march through life toward specific goals of feminism, but fought her way to personal independence with a passionate, stubborn intensity at a time when women--presumed inferior--were narrowly circumscribed by law, custom and religious belief. She demanded also a ration of happiness and sexual fulfillment, refusing to conform to the model of a submissive, decorative, domestically useful woman. Possessed of great intellectual ambitions, and largely self-educated, Mary Wollstonecraft rebelled against injustice everywhere she perceived it, and gradually became a political radical. Without money or family support, she yet refused to marry for security. In 1787 she went to live in London, where she supported herself by her writing, at thirty-three composing her great work and finding herself a famous and controversial figure. In private life she had never been able to find satisfaction, however; she desperately sought affection. After two disastrous infatuations, an illegitimate child, and two attempts at suicide, she fell in love with William Godwin, finally securing the domestic tranquillity and love she yearned for, tragically dying in childbirth a few months after her marriage. The question Mary Wollstonecraft's life poses is one of great interest today: What kind of life should a woman ask for herself? Mary Wollstonecraft wanted it all--career and family, independence and attachment, intellectual achievement and love. In A Different Face the complexities and contradictions of a remarkable woman are examined as the author, drawing extensively from Mary Wollstonecraft's own writings, endows the biography with the living voice of Mary Wollstonecraft herself. Excellently researched, it is a dramatic and readable biography, consistently fair to the courageous, exasperating and vivid personality of one of England's most extraordinary women.
A Different Kind Of Cell: The Story Of A Murderer Who Became A Monk
by W. JonesThe gripping story of one man s remarkable spiritual journey A "most dangerous" criminal, convicted of five violent murders, Clayton Anthony Fountain was condemned in 1974 to live out his days in solitary confinement at the highest-security prison in the U.S. Without ever again emerging from his cell, however, Fountain underwent a profound spiritual transformation. Father W. Paul Jones, who served as Fountain s spiritual adviser for six years until Fountain's sudden death in 2004, shares his amazing story with candor and compassion in these pages.