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Affiche du document Marriages A Collection of Marriage Stories — Marriages A Collection of Marriage Stories
Pavlovich Chekhov Anton
45min45
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61 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 46min.
Marriages: A Collection of Marriage Stories presents a series of narratives exploring the complexities of love, commitment, and the social expectations surrounding marriage. The collection delves into the emotional landscapes of various characters, examining the subtle dynamics of relationships and the personal dilemmas faced by individuals caught between their desires and societal norms. Through a series of portraits, the stories illustrate the tension between romantic ideals and the practical realities of marriage, highlighting themes such as disillusionment, compromise, and the inherent flaws within human relationships. The collection captures moments of vulnerability and personal reflection, where characters confront their own expectations and the often contradictory nature of love. It sheds light on the ways in which marriage both binds and separates, shaping the lives of its participants. Chekhov's exploration of these nuanced interactions invites readers to reflect on the nature of human connection, making the stories resonate with the universal challenges of understanding and maintaining relationships. Through humor, irony, and poignancy, the collection provides a keen insight into the contradictions of marital life.

Marriages A Collection of Marriage Stories
Pavlovich Chekhov Anton
45min45
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61 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 46min.
Marriages: A Collection of Marriage Stories presents a series of narratives exploring the complexities of love, commitment, and the social expectations surrounding marriage. The collection delves into the emotional landscapes of various characters, examining the subtle dynamics of relationships and the personal dilemmas faced by individuals caught between their desires and societal norms. Through a series of portraits, the stories illustrate the tension between romantic ideals and the practical realities of marriage, highlighting themes such as disillusionment, compromise, and the inherent flaws within human relationships. The collection captures moments of vulnerability and personal reflection, where characters confront their own expectations and the often contradictory nature of love. It sheds light on the ways in which marriage both binds and separates, shaping the lives of its participants. Chekhov's exploration of these nuanced interactions invites readers to reflect on the nature of human connection, making the stories resonate with the universal challenges of understanding and maintaining relationships. Through humor, irony, and poignancy, the collection provides a keen insight into the contradictions of marital life.

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Affiche du document Une Goutte d'Asperge au creux de ma Culotte — Une Goutte d'Asperge au creux de ma Culotte
Lou Bruïne
1h12min45
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97 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h13min.
Et si ce roman fou traitait d’un vrai problème ? Lou BRUÏNE aime la Fantaisie, le délire, l’esprit décalé, l’esprit espiègle, elle est libre de toutes contraintes. « Une goutte d’asperge au creux de ma Culotte », c’est fou, c’est impensable, attendez-vous à un choc. Zoé, obsédée par la maternité est prête à toutes les folies, à tous les excès pour réaliser son rêve. Pas un instant de répit dans l’ouvrage de Lou BRUÏNE, elle a tant de folies, tant d'énergie, tant de ressources à nous conter qu’il est bien difficile d’envisager la fin de ce grand foutoir où tout son talent s’exprime. Lou BRUÏNE, notre jeune auteure, est née à Orléans en 1979. Elle nous offre, là, son deuxième ouvrage, « Une Goutte d’Asperge au creux de ma Culotte » tout aussi truculent que « En pleine nuit dans les Bois avec l’autre truc Qui siffle ». Décidément elle maitrise parfaitement la langue française ce qui lui permet de pratiquer le calembour et l’art de « l’à peu près » avec brio, pour notre plus grand plaisir. Fantaisie, délire, esprit décalé, esprit espiègle, libre de toutes contraintes, c’est fou, c’est impensable, attendez-vous à un choc. Zoé, obsédée par la maternité est prête à toutes les folies, à tous les excès pour réaliser son rêve. Pas un instant de répit dans l’ouvrage de Lou BRUÏNE, elle a tant de folies en elle, tant d'énergie, tant de ressources à nous conter qu’il est bien difficile d’envisager la fin de ce grand foutoir où tout son talent s’exprime, et pourtant Lou BRUÏNE, traite dans cet ouvrage d’un sujet des plus sérieux... Elle nous mène irrémédiablement vers un but inconnu, vers son but incroyable : se laisser entrainer dans les tourments de son esprit, comme ce voilier fracassé par la mer démontée, pseudo radeau de la méduse, où personne ne perdra ni vie ni humour ni son Inconscience ni sa folie, désespoir ou espoir immense ou coup de poker menteur dont l’enjeu est la vie ? Ou pas... Jean KUBLER

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Affiche du document En pleine nuit dans les bois avec l'autre truc qui siffle — En pleine nuit dans les bois avec l'autre truc qui siffle
Lou Bruïne
1h49min30
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146 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h49min.
Que se cache-t-il derrière ce foutu titre ? Bien ! Vous aimez la fiction, la fantaisie, l’imaginaire, l’incroyable, la farce, le jeu des mots, la folie ? Alors cet ouvrage d’une totale modernité est pour vous. C’est une drôle d’Utopie où Cinq Jeunes Adultes, dont, pour certains, la réussite est évidente, partent à la recherche du temps perdu ou plutôt d’eux-mêmes, perdus dans les affres de vies galopantes, violemment bloquées par un Covid destructeur, prêts à tout pour tout vivre ou survivre à tout prix. C’est une Robinsonnade dans une Île perdue, que fréquente le Monstre, le Truc qui Siffle. Ainsi posé, le thème de ce récit ouvre les portes de l'imagination de notre auteure. Les vannes libérées, tout est possible. Appelons un chat un chat, aucune compromission, crûment parfois, tendrement parfois, justement tout le temps. Notre jeune auteure, Lou BRUÏNE née à Orléans en 1979 nous offre son premier ouvrage. Elle maîtrise parfaitement la langue française ce qui lui permet la pratique du calembour pour notre plus grand plaisir. Elle nous mène irrémédiablement vers un but inconnu, vers son but incroyable : se laisser entraîner dans les tourments de son esprit, comme ce voilier fracassé par la mer démontée, pseudo radeau de la méduse, où personne ne perdra ni vie ni humour ni son Inconscience ni sa folie, désespoir ou espoir immense ou coup de poker menteur dont l’enjeu est la vie ? Ou pas... Jean KUBLER

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Affiche du document Modern Families — Modern Families
Joshua Gamson
1h30min45
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121 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h31min.
A personal, intimate account of the extraordinary ways that today’s families are being created. From adoption and assisted reproduction, to gay and straight parents, coupled and single, and multi-parent families, the stories in Modern Families explain how individuals make unconventional families by accessing a broad range of technological, medical and legal choices that expand our definitions of parenting and kinship. Joshua Gamson introduces us to a child with two mothers, made with one mother’s egg and the sperm of a man none of them has ever met; another born in Ethiopia, delivered by his natural grandmother to an orphanage after both his parents died in close succession, and then to the arms of his mother, who is raising him solo. These tales are deeply personal and political. The process of forming these families involved jumping tremendous hurdles—social conventions, legal and medical institutions—with heightened intention and inventiveness, within and across multiple inequities and privileges. Yet each of these families, however they came to be, shares the same universal joys that all families share. A companion for all those who choose to navigate the world of modern kinship, Modern Families provides a “fascinating look at the remarkable range of experiences that is broadening the very idea of family” (Booklist).

Modern Families
Joshua Gamson
1h30min45
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121 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h31min.
A personal, intimate account of the extraordinary ways that today’s families are being created. From adoption and assisted reproduction, to gay and straight parents, coupled and single, and multi-parent families, the stories in Modern Families explain how individuals make unconventional families by accessing a broad range of technological, medical and legal choices that expand our definitions of parenting and kinship. Joshua Gamson introduces us to a child with two mothers, made with one mother’s egg and the sperm of a man none of them has ever met; another born in Ethiopia, delivered by his natural grandmother to an orphanage after both his parents died in close succession, and then to the arms of his mother, who is raising him solo. These tales are deeply personal and political. The process of forming these families involved jumping tremendous hurdles—social conventions, legal and medical institutions—with heightened intention and inventiveness, within and across multiple inequities and privileges. Yet each of these families, however they came to be, shares the same universal joys that all families share. A companion for all those who choose to navigate the world of modern kinship, Modern Families provides a “fascinating look at the remarkable range of experiences that is broadening the very idea of family” (Booklist).

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Affiche du document American Fatherhood — American Fatherhood
Jürgen Martschukat
2h34min30
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206 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h34min.
Explores the surprising diversity of fathers and fatherhood throughout American history and society The nuclear family has been endlessly praised as the bedrock of American society, even though there has rarely been a time in history when a majority of Americans lived in such families. This book deconstructs the myth of the nuclear family by presenting the rich diversity of family lives in American history from the American Revolution to the twenty-first century. To tell this story, Jürgen Martschukat focuses on fathers and their relations to families and American society. Using biographical close-ups of twelve different characters, each embedded in historical context, American Fatherhood provides a much more realistic picture of how fatherhood has been performed within different kinds of families. Each protagonist covers a crucial period or event in American history, presents a different family constellation, and makes a different argument with regard to how American society is governed through the family.

American Fatherhood
Jürgen Martschukat
2h34min30
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206 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h34min.
Explores the surprising diversity of fathers and fatherhood throughout American history and society The nuclear family has been endlessly praised as the bedrock of American society, even though there has rarely been a time in history when a majority of Americans lived in such families. This book deconstructs the myth of the nuclear family by presenting the rich diversity of family lives in American history from the American Revolution to the twenty-first century. To tell this story, Jürgen Martschukat focuses on fathers and their relations to families and American society. Using biographical close-ups of twelve different characters, each embedded in historical context, American Fatherhood provides a much more realistic picture of how fatherhood has been performed within different kinds of families. Each protagonist covers a crucial period or event in American history, presents a different family constellation, and makes a different argument with regard to how American society is governed through the family.

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Affiche du document Histoires de bistrots et de coiffeurs — Histoires de bistrots et de coiffeurs
Elias & Sarah Sabbah
1h52min30
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150 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h52min.
Échanger, apprendre ensemble, se divertir, s'amuser et se cultiver : cinq objectifs que remplit l'ospucule d'Elias et Sarah Sabbah ! Au programme donc de cet ouvrage : des questionnaires, des histoires drôles, des éléments culturels de tous horizons, qui serviront à affûter ou détendre son esprit, ou encore à préparer quelques animations pour les amis. Une mine d'informations et d'humour que ce volume qui compte encore sur vous, sur votre curiosité, sur vos découvertes et recherches pour s'enrichir et s'étoffer... Cet ouvrage se lit facilement en tout lieu, à tout moment, des histoires et des conversations qu'on peut entendre autour d'un comptoir de bistrot ou dans un salon de coiffure, pour rire et pour s'instruire, pour enfants, ados, et adultes.

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Affiche du document C'en est trop — C'en est trop
Georges Hudiné
2h19min30
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186 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h19min.
« Ça suffit maintenant, madame, j'en ai marre de vos remontrances, je ne supporte plus votre mépris, je vous vomis, Lassaiche. Vous êtes une vieille fille et c'est normal car vous êtes moche, vous êtes fringuée comme un sac, vos yeux de merlan frit suent l'hypocrisie. Vos seins ? Quels seins ? Vous êtes plate comme une limande sole et les soutiens-gorge rembourrés que vous portez ne trompent personne. Quant à votre cul, il est triste à en faire déprimer un chimpanzé. Votre bouche en cul de poule, à part sortir beaucoup de méchancetés et tout autant de conneries n'a jamais dû faire le bonheur d'un homme. Je vous plains, Lassaiche. Depuis votre arrivée à la tête du service, vous m'avez pris en grippe. Pourquoi ? Ma tête ne vous revient pas ? Je ne suis jamais absent, alors pour trois heures que je prends sur mon compteur, je vous le rappelle encore une fois, vous n'allez pas me prendre le chou. Allez consulter les petites annonces matrimoniales du chasseur français, mais par pitié foutez-moi la paix ».

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Affiche du document I Wear My Cape Under My Dress — I Wear My Cape Under My Dress
Stacey Rocha
2h12min45
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177 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h13min.
“I Wear My Cape Under My Dress” is the kind of memoir that will make you laugh, cry, and occasionally wonder if you’re wearing your own cape—and why you didn’t get the memo about being a superhero in your everyday life.Stacey pulls back the curtain on her life with humor, grace, and raw honesty, diving into everything from the messy, beautiful moments of motherhood to the complicated love of self-acceptance. With a healthy dose of wit and a sprinkle of sass, she proves that even in the most chaotic chapters, there’s always room for a little laughter—and a lot of grace.This audiobook is a heartfelt and hilarious journey through pain, healing, and the absurdity of life. If you’ve ever faced a tough break, had your heart broken, or simply had a meltdown over spilled coffee, you’ll feel right at home. Stacey’s voice will remind you that even in your darkest moments, you're still worthy of love—and a really strong cup of coffee.“I Wear My Cape Under My Dress” is more than a story of survival—it’s a reminder that sometimes, being a superhero is just about showing up with your messy hair, your coffee-stained shirt, and a heart that’s still willing to love.So buckle up. It’s going to be a wild ride—and there will be laughter along the way. (And maybe a few tears, too. But mostly laughter.)

I Wear My Cape Under My Dress
Stacey Rocha
2h12min45
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177 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h13min.
“I Wear My Cape Under My Dress” is the kind of memoir that will make you laugh, cry, and occasionally wonder if you’re wearing your own cape—and why you didn’t get the memo about being a superhero in your everyday life.Stacey pulls back the curtain on her life with humor, grace, and raw honesty, diving into everything from the messy, beautiful moments of motherhood to the complicated love of self-acceptance. With a healthy dose of wit and a sprinkle of sass, she proves that even in the most chaotic chapters, there’s always room for a little laughter—and a lot of grace.This audiobook is a heartfelt and hilarious journey through pain, healing, and the absurdity of life. If you’ve ever faced a tough break, had your heart broken, or simply had a meltdown over spilled coffee, you’ll feel right at home. Stacey’s voice will remind you that even in your darkest moments, you're still worthy of love—and a really strong cup of coffee.“I Wear My Cape Under My Dress” is more than a story of survival—it’s a reminder that sometimes, being a superhero is just about showing up with your messy hair, your coffee-stained shirt, and a heart that’s still willing to love.So buckle up. It’s going to be a wild ride—and there will be laughter along the way. (And maybe a few tears, too. But mostly laughter.)

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Affiche du document Llevo Mi Capa Debajo De Mi Vestido — Llevo Mi Capa Debajo De Mi Vestido
Stacey Rocha
2h06min00
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168 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h06min.
“Llevo Mi Capa Debajo De Mi Vestido” es el tipo de memoria que te hará reír, llorar y, a veces, preguntarte si llevas tu propia capa, y por qué no te enteraste de que eras un superhéroe en tu vida diaria.Stacey revela su vida con humor, gracia y honestidad pura, adentrándose en todo, desde los momentos hermosos y confusos de la maternidad hasta el complejo amor de la autoaceptación. Con una buena dosis de ingenio y una pizca de descaro, demuestra que incluso en los capítulos más caóticos, siempre hay espacio para la risa, y mucha gracia.Este audiolibro es un viaje sincero y divertido a través del dolor, la sanación y lo absurdo de la vida. Si alguna vez has enfrentado una ruptura difícil, te han roto el corazón o simplemente has tenido una crisis por un café derramado, te sentirás como en casa. La voz de Stacey te recordará que, incluso en tus momentos más oscuros, aún mereces amor y un café bien cargado."Llevo Mi Capa Debajo De Mi Vestido" es más que una historia de supervivencia; es un recordatorio de que, a veces, ser un superhéroe se trata simplemente de aparecer con el pelo despeinado, la camisa manchada de café y un corazón dispuesto a amar.Así que abróchate el cinturón. Va a ser un viaje emocionante, y habrá risas por el camino. (Y quizás también algunas lágrimas. Pero sobre todo risas).

Llevo Mi Capa Debajo De Mi Vestido
Stacey Rocha
2h06min00
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168 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h06min.
“Llevo Mi Capa Debajo De Mi Vestido” es el tipo de memoria que te hará reír, llorar y, a veces, preguntarte si llevas tu propia capa, y por qué no te enteraste de que eras un superhéroe en tu vida diaria.Stacey revela su vida con humor, gracia y honestidad pura, adentrándose en todo, desde los momentos hermosos y confusos de la maternidad hasta el complejo amor de la autoaceptación. Con una buena dosis de ingenio y una pizca de descaro, demuestra que incluso en los capítulos más caóticos, siempre hay espacio para la risa, y mucha gracia.Este audiolibro es un viaje sincero y divertido a través del dolor, la sanación y lo absurdo de la vida. Si alguna vez has enfrentado una ruptura difícil, te han roto el corazón o simplemente has tenido una crisis por un café derramado, te sentirás como en casa. La voz de Stacey te recordará que, incluso en tus momentos más oscuros, aún mereces amor y un café bien cargado."Llevo Mi Capa Debajo De Mi Vestido" es más que una historia de supervivencia; es un recordatorio de que, a veces, ser un superhéroe se trata simplemente de aparecer con el pelo despeinado, la camisa manchada de café y un corazón dispuesto a amar.Así que abróchate el cinturón. Va a ser un viaje emocionante, y habrá risas por el camino. (Y quizás también algunas lágrimas. Pero sobre todo risas).

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Affiche du document MA VIE PARFAITE d'avant Céline Dion — MA VIE PARFAITE d'avant Céline Dion
Pascale Lecosse
41min15
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Sacha Katz, psychiatre reconnu, la cinquantaine, mèneune existence heureuse entre le détraquement de soncabinet dans lequel défilent des névrosés phobiques etla quiétude de son appartement où il se ressource enécoutant du jazz.Sa vie est parfaite jusqu’au jour où il commet l’actemanqué qui va le plonger dans le chaos. On ne relitjamais assez un SMS, on ne vérifie jamais trop le nomdu destinataire à qui on l’adresse...

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Affiche du document A Journey With Orvis — A Journey With Orvis
Mose Tuzik Mosley
8h57min45
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717 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 8h58min.
In the late summer of 2022, the author finds his next traveling companion in the hot and dusty backyard of an antique shop on the backroads of Fossil, Oregon. The companion, Orvis, is an imaginary dog. True soulmates, they inspire one another to take a journey that neither could take alone, a journey of humor and forbearance, personal discovery, and egregious self-sacrifice. Together they break new ground in the annals of travel writing, finding the best and the worst of the places they visit, but always maintaining their strong opinions and sense of humor.A Journey With Orvis is not really about the places they travel (from Mexico City to Istanbul, Zagreb to Paris, London to Dublin), but is more about the ‘who’ and ‘why’ of traveling itself. It helps that they travel lightly with only a small carry-on and open minds. It helps even more that one of them is imaginary. By the end of the journey, it could be either one.

A Journey With Orvis
Mose Tuzik Mosley
8h57min45
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717 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 8h58min.
In the late summer of 2022, the author finds his next traveling companion in the hot and dusty backyard of an antique shop on the backroads of Fossil, Oregon. The companion, Orvis, is an imaginary dog. True soulmates, they inspire one another to take a journey that neither could take alone, a journey of humor and forbearance, personal discovery, and egregious self-sacrifice. Together they break new ground in the annals of travel writing, finding the best and the worst of the places they visit, but always maintaining their strong opinions and sense of humor.A Journey With Orvis is not really about the places they travel (from Mexico City to Istanbul, Zagreb to Paris, London to Dublin), but is more about the ‘who’ and ‘why’ of traveling itself. It helps that they travel lightly with only a small carry-on and open minds. It helps even more that one of them is imaginary. By the end of the journey, it could be either one.

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Affiche du document Fight for the Soul of Public Education — Fight for the Soul of Public Education
Bruno Robert
4h06min00
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328 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 4h06min.
In reaction to the changes imposed on public schools across the country in the name of "education reform," the Chicago Teachers Union redefined its traditional role and waged a multidimensional fight that produced a community-wide school strike and transformed the scope of collective bargaining into arenas that few labor relations experts thought possible. Using interviews, first-person accounts, participant observation, union documents, and media reports, Steven K. Ashby and Robert Bruno tell the story of the 2012 strike that shut down the Chicago school system for seven days. A Fight for the Soul of Public Education takes into account two overlapping, parallel, and equally important stories. One is a grassroots story of worker activism told from the perspective of rank-and-file union members and their community supporters. Ashby and Bruno provide a detailed account of how the strike became an international cause when other teachers unions had largely surrendered to corporate-driven education reform. The second story describes the role of state and national politics in imposing educational governance changes on public schools and draconian limitations on union bargaining rights. It includes a detailed account of the actual bargaining process revealing the mundane and the transcendental strategies of both school board and union representatives.

Fight for the Soul of Public Education
Bruno Robert
4h06min00
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In reaction to the changes imposed on public schools across the country in the name of "education reform," the Chicago Teachers Union redefined its traditional role and waged a multidimensional fight that produced a community-wide school strike and transformed the scope of collective bargaining into arenas that few labor relations experts thought possible. Using interviews, first-person accounts, participant observation, union documents, and media reports, Steven K. Ashby and Robert Bruno tell the story of the 2012 strike that shut down the Chicago school system for seven days. A Fight for the Soul of Public Education takes into account two overlapping, parallel, and equally important stories. One is a grassroots story of worker activism told from the perspective of rank-and-file union members and their community supporters. Ashby and Bruno provide a detailed account of how the strike became an international cause when other teachers unions had largely surrendered to corporate-driven education reform. The second story describes the role of state and national politics in imposing educational governance changes on public schools and draconian limitations on union bargaining rights. It includes a detailed account of the actual bargaining process revealing the mundane and the transcendental strategies of both school board and union representatives.

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Affiche du document Fight for the Soul of Public Education — Fight for the Soul of Public Education
Bruno Robert
2h27min45
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197 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h28min.
In reaction to the changes imposed on public schools across the country in the name of "education reform," the Chicago Teachers Union redefined its traditional role and waged a multidimensional fight that produced a community-wide school strike and transformed the scope of collective bargaining into arenas that few labor relations experts thought possible. Using interviews, first-person accounts, participant observation, union documents, and media reports, Steven K. Ashby and Robert Bruno tell the story of the 2012 strike that shut down the Chicago school system for seven days. A Fight for the Soul of Public Education takes into account two overlapping, parallel, and equally important stories. One is a grassroots story of worker activism told from the perspective of rank-and-file union members and their community supporters. Ashby and Bruno provide a detailed account of how the strike became an international cause when other teachers unions had largely surrendered to corporate-driven education reform. The second story describes the role of state and national politics in imposing educational governance changes on public schools and draconian limitations on union bargaining rights. It includes a detailed account of the actual bargaining process revealing the mundane and the transcendental strategies of both school board and union representatives.

Fight for the Soul of Public Education
Bruno Robert
2h27min45
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197 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h28min.
In reaction to the changes imposed on public schools across the country in the name of "education reform," the Chicago Teachers Union redefined its traditional role and waged a multidimensional fight that produced a community-wide school strike and transformed the scope of collective bargaining into arenas that few labor relations experts thought possible. Using interviews, first-person accounts, participant observation, union documents, and media reports, Steven K. Ashby and Robert Bruno tell the story of the 2012 strike that shut down the Chicago school system for seven days. A Fight for the Soul of Public Education takes into account two overlapping, parallel, and equally important stories. One is a grassroots story of worker activism told from the perspective of rank-and-file union members and their community supporters. Ashby and Bruno provide a detailed account of how the strike became an international cause when other teachers unions had largely surrendered to corporate-driven education reform. The second story describes the role of state and national politics in imposing educational governance changes on public schools and draconian limitations on union bargaining rights. It includes a detailed account of the actual bargaining process revealing the mundane and the transcendental strategies of both school board and union representatives.

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Affiche du document Stem to Stern Or, building the boat — Stem to Stern Or, building the boat
Oliver OPTIC
1h18min00
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Stem to Stern Or, building the boat focuses on the journey of a young woman and her family as they face challenges in boat building and personal conflicts. The story touches on the struggle for personal dignity, resilience, and the dynamics of family. The protagonist, a young woman, confronts an arrogant figure whose unwanted behavior leads to a tense confrontation. The protective actions of her brother highlight the sibling bond and the themes of honor and personal integrity. As the story progresses, the narrative explores the persistence needed to overcome obstacles, both personal and external, while also delving into the complexities of class and social dynamics. The boat-building journey becomes a metaphor for growth and resilience, underscoring how hard work and determination can lead to both personal and collective triumphs. Throughout the adventure, the characters grapple with their individual roles in the face of adversity, learning valuable lessons in teamwork and persistence.

Stem to Stern Or, building the boat
Oliver OPTIC
1h18min00
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104 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h18min.
Stem to Stern Or, building the boat focuses on the journey of a young woman and her family as they face challenges in boat building and personal conflicts. The story touches on the struggle for personal dignity, resilience, and the dynamics of family. The protagonist, a young woman, confronts an arrogant figure whose unwanted behavior leads to a tense confrontation. The protective actions of her brother highlight the sibling bond and the themes of honor and personal integrity. As the story progresses, the narrative explores the persistence needed to overcome obstacles, both personal and external, while also delving into the complexities of class and social dynamics. The boat-building journey becomes a metaphor for growth and resilience, underscoring how hard work and determination can lead to both personal and collective triumphs. Throughout the adventure, the characters grapple with their individual roles in the face of adversity, learning valuable lessons in teamwork and persistence.

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Affiche du document Black Forge Mills Or, Up The King's Highway — Black Forge Mills Or, Up The King's Highway
Pendleton Chipman William
1h40min30
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134 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h40min.
The Black Forge Mills Or, Up The King'S Highway tells the story of a pastor seeking to connect with a struggling working-class community and address their hardships. The narrative explores the challenges faced by the working poor, as well as the influence of faith, redemption, and the potential for personal transformation. At the heart of the story is a young boy caught between his difficult upbringing and his aspirations for a better life. The pastor's observations and interactions with the community reveal the deep moral struggles they face and the spiritual guidance they desperately need. Through his compassion and sense of duty, the pastor becomes a catalyst for change, bringing hope to those whose lives are marked by hardship. The story emphasizes the role of faith and compassion in overcoming adversity, as well as the power of personal redemption. The characters' journeys unfold against the backdrop of social challenges, and the narrative highlights the impact of community and the desire for a better future. The novel paints a poignant picture of the transformative power of spiritual and moral support in difficult times.

Black Forge Mills Or, Up The King's Highway
Pendleton Chipman William
1h40min30
Humour
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134 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h40min.
The Black Forge Mills Or, Up The King'S Highway tells the story of a pastor seeking to connect with a struggling working-class community and address their hardships. The narrative explores the challenges faced by the working poor, as well as the influence of faith, redemption, and the potential for personal transformation. At the heart of the story is a young boy caught between his difficult upbringing and his aspirations for a better life. The pastor's observations and interactions with the community reveal the deep moral struggles they face and the spiritual guidance they desperately need. Through his compassion and sense of duty, the pastor becomes a catalyst for change, bringing hope to those whose lives are marked by hardship. The story emphasizes the role of faith and compassion in overcoming adversity, as well as the power of personal redemption. The characters' journeys unfold against the backdrop of social challenges, and the narrative highlights the impact of community and the desire for a better future. The novel paints a poignant picture of the transformative power of spiritual and moral support in difficult times.

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MACK REYNOLDS
36min45
Humour
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49 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 37min.
Adaptation is a science fiction novel exploring humanity’s challenges in interstellar colonization and the complexities of reintegrating and civilizing isolated human colonies. The narrative delves into the tensions between contrasting ideologies on governance and societal development, highlighting the challenges of adapting new societies on distant planets. The story captures the anticipation of a futuristic society tasked with guiding humanity’s expansion into the galaxy, focusing on the difficult decisions and strategies involved in shaping the future of these new worlds. Through the experiences of the characters, the novel examines the role of leadership in dealing with diverse cultures and the impact of differing philosophies on the success of the mission. The narrative reveals the tension between individual ideologies as the characters navigate the complexities of their roles as guides, emphasizing the moral and philosophical dilemmas inherent in shaping new civilizations. The unfolding story sheds light on the struggle to balance authority with respect for the autonomy of evolving societies, raising questions about cultural adaptation and the consequences of intervention in distant worlds.

Adaptation
MACK REYNOLDS
36min45
Humour
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49 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 37min.
Adaptation is a science fiction novel exploring humanity’s challenges in interstellar colonization and the complexities of reintegrating and civilizing isolated human colonies. The narrative delves into the tensions between contrasting ideologies on governance and societal development, highlighting the challenges of adapting new societies on distant planets. The story captures the anticipation of a futuristic society tasked with guiding humanity’s expansion into the galaxy, focusing on the difficult decisions and strategies involved in shaping the future of these new worlds. Through the experiences of the characters, the novel examines the role of leadership in dealing with diverse cultures and the impact of differing philosophies on the success of the mission. The narrative reveals the tension between individual ideologies as the characters navigate the complexities of their roles as guides, emphasizing the moral and philosophical dilemmas inherent in shaping new civilizations. The unfolding story sheds light on the struggle to balance authority with respect for the autonomy of evolving societies, raising questions about cultural adaptation and the consequences of intervention in distant worlds.

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Affiche du document Abington Abbey A Novel — Abington Abbey A Novel
Archibald Marshall
1h48min45
Humour
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145 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h49min.
Abington Abbey: A Novel is a story centered around a family, as they embark on a new chapter of their lives by considering the purchase of a beautiful country estate. The novel delves into the dynamics of family relationships, particularly the strong bond between a father and his daughter, as they transition from the hustle and bustle of city life to the tranquil countryside. The narrative explores the excitement, challenges, and dreams that accompany this move, reflecting the aspirations of an upper-middle-class family eager to embrace a simpler, yet fulfilling life. Themes of personal growth, the changing nature of relationships, and the sense of adventure that comes with a fresh start are explored as the characters navigate their new environment. The story paints a picture of a family in search of new experiences, friendships, and a deeper connection to the land. As they settle into their new surroundings, the Graftons' journey highlights the timeless allure of country living and the potential for transformation that comes with a new beginning.

Abington Abbey A Novel
Archibald Marshall
1h48min45
Humour
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145 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h49min.
Abington Abbey: A Novel is a story centered around a family, as they embark on a new chapter of their lives by considering the purchase of a beautiful country estate. The novel delves into the dynamics of family relationships, particularly the strong bond between a father and his daughter, as they transition from the hustle and bustle of city life to the tranquil countryside. The narrative explores the excitement, challenges, and dreams that accompany this move, reflecting the aspirations of an upper-middle-class family eager to embrace a simpler, yet fulfilling life. Themes of personal growth, the changing nature of relationships, and the sense of adventure that comes with a fresh start are explored as the characters navigate their new environment. The story paints a picture of a family in search of new experiences, friendships, and a deeper connection to the land. As they settle into their new surroundings, the Graftons' journey highlights the timeless allure of country living and the potential for transformation that comes with a new beginning.

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Affiche du document Bushwhackers & Other Stories — Bushwhackers & Other Stories
Egbert Craddock Charles
48min45
Humour
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65 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 49min.
"The Bushwhackers & Other Stories" is a collection of narratives that explores the complexities of personal growth and the impact of war. The first story, "The Bushwhackers," introduces a young mountaineer who is driven by a desire for adventure and the call to action during a time of conflict. Set against the backdrop of war-torn East Tennessee, the story delves into the protagonist's internal struggle between youthful dreams of heroism and the stark realities of war. As he eagerly anticipates joining the army, his sense of courage is tested by the harsh truths of the war and the emotional toll it takes on him and those around him. The conflict between ambition and the weight of responsibility adds depth to the narrative, showcasing the tension between a youthful thirst for action and the understanding that war's true nature is far more complex and dangerous than anticipated. This poignant beginning lays the groundwork for a series of stories that touch on themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the maturation that comes through difficult life experiences.

Bushwhackers & Other Stories
Egbert Craddock Charles
48min45
Humour
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65 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 49min.
"The Bushwhackers & Other Stories" is a collection of narratives that explores the complexities of personal growth and the impact of war. The first story, "The Bushwhackers," introduces a young mountaineer who is driven by a desire for adventure and the call to action during a time of conflict. Set against the backdrop of war-torn East Tennessee, the story delves into the protagonist's internal struggle between youthful dreams of heroism and the stark realities of war. As he eagerly anticipates joining the army, his sense of courage is tested by the harsh truths of the war and the emotional toll it takes on him and those around him. The conflict between ambition and the weight of responsibility adds depth to the narrative, showcasing the tension between a youthful thirst for action and the understanding that war's true nature is far more complex and dangerous than anticipated. This poignant beginning lays the groundwork for a series of stories that touch on themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the maturation that comes through difficult life experiences.

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Affiche du document Burl — Burl
Morrison Heady
1h05min15
Humour
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87 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h05min.
Burl follows the journey of Big Black Burl, a man known for his physical strength and bravery in the Kentucky wilderness during the early days of settlement. The novel delves into Burl's role in defending against Native American incursions while exploring his deep bond with a young boy, Bushie, who has been orphaned by a tragic attack. The story highlights the themes of loyalty, bravery, and the complexities of race relations in the context of frontier life. Through vivid descriptions of the dangerous and tense environment, the narrative introduces Burl's strength and fierce spirit as a protector, but also shows his emotional depth through his relationship with Bushie. The novel unfolds with Burl's quest for vengeance and his commitment to safeguarding the boy, illustrating the harsh realities of survival in a tumultuous time. The exploration of friendship, race, and the intersection of different cultures adds emotional layers to this tale of adventure, creating a poignant reflection on humanity amidst the conflicts of frontier life.

Burl
Morrison Heady
1h05min15
Humour
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87 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h05min.
Burl follows the journey of Big Black Burl, a man known for his physical strength and bravery in the Kentucky wilderness during the early days of settlement. The novel delves into Burl's role in defending against Native American incursions while exploring his deep bond with a young boy, Bushie, who has been orphaned by a tragic attack. The story highlights the themes of loyalty, bravery, and the complexities of race relations in the context of frontier life. Through vivid descriptions of the dangerous and tense environment, the narrative introduces Burl's strength and fierce spirit as a protector, but also shows his emotional depth through his relationship with Bushie. The novel unfolds with Burl's quest for vengeance and his commitment to safeguarding the boy, illustrating the harsh realities of survival in a tumultuous time. The exploration of friendship, race, and the intersection of different cultures adds emotional layers to this tale of adventure, creating a poignant reflection on humanity amidst the conflicts of frontier life.

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Affiche du document Aunt Jane — Aunt Jane
Jennette LEE
1h24min45
Humour
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113 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h25min.
Aunt Jane follows the life of a compassionate matron at a hospital where her nurturing presence brings comfort and healing to both patients and staff. Known for her wisdom, humor, and practical approach to caregiving, Aunt Jane creates a soothing environment in the hospital. The narrative introduces her as a woman who manages daily tasks with care, yet her ability to connect emotionally with the patients sets her apart. Through simple actions, like adjusting a mattress, she demonstrates her deep commitment to the well-being of others. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Aunt Jane's role extends beyond physical care-she is a source of emotional support, offering peace and comfort to those in need. The novel highlights the power of human connection and the profound impact that kindness, patience, and understanding can have on the healing process, showing that emotional well-being is just as important as physical health.

Aunt Jane
Jennette LEE
1h24min45
Humour
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113 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h25min.
Aunt Jane follows the life of a compassionate matron at a hospital where her nurturing presence brings comfort and healing to both patients and staff. Known for her wisdom, humor, and practical approach to caregiving, Aunt Jane creates a soothing environment in the hospital. The narrative introduces her as a woman who manages daily tasks with care, yet her ability to connect emotionally with the patients sets her apart. Through simple actions, like adjusting a mattress, she demonstrates her deep commitment to the well-being of others. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Aunt Jane's role extends beyond physical care-she is a source of emotional support, offering peace and comfort to those in need. The novel highlights the power of human connection and the profound impact that kindness, patience, and understanding can have on the healing process, showing that emotional well-being is just as important as physical health.

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