Set against a backdrop of over a century of historical upheavals, the narrative follows the whimsical journey of a French piano, exploring its fortunes and misfortunes. Through the piano's eyes, readers experience the changing times and the impact of events on its existence, blending history with a unique perspective on the human experience and the art of music.
Set against a backdrop of brutal modern Soviet history, the narrative features lively, colorful characters that bring the era to life. Through vivid details, it offers an engaging and educational experience, making it suitable for readers of all ages.
Struggling with her life as a Hollywood call girl, Natalie Cummings yearns for a more respectable profession. When a chance to transform her career arises, she eagerly seizes the opportunity, despite the burden of a lifelong secret that comes with it. The story explores her internal conflict and the sacrifices she must make in pursuit of her dreams.
Retells the true adventure of Max who becomes lost and severely injured but makes his way over rugged terrain reaching a cabin where he is befriended and rushed to a vet. Almost totally emaciated from his ordeal, Max's chances for recovery are slim. Still, his indomitable will bolsters him against all obstacles. A tag with his owner's telephone number allows the kindly strangers to notify the owners of Max's condition. Helped by several specialists and the devotion of his family, Max eventually recovers. Pepper's Ordeal is the true story of another of Kyra Wayne's beloved Dobermans. An open gate leads Pepper to a sinister character and rusty cages full of raging pitbulls. After some shrewd detective work, Kyra and a pair of courageous boys rescue Pepper from a dogfight training farm, but not without an encounter with the woman with 'one long earring'.
Treasury of easy-to-follow recipes for over 200 mouthwatering traditional dishes: borsch, shashlik of salmon, potato kotlety, pirozhki, blini, many more. Definition of terms.