Joshua britton (16 Ergebnisse)

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Two boys plan to sell the tadpoles they find in a creek to pet stores after they turn into frogs; a pianist tries to protect his infant child from becoming collateral damage when his neighbor falls afoul of the mob; a volatile father, released from institutionalization, tries to convince his in-laws that he is fit to take care of his two-year-old son; worrying about how to tell his conservative parents that his girlfriend is pregnant, a man finds the remains of a corpse in her backyard. Twelve tales of children struggling with childhood, and parents grappling with parenthood, told with wit and sympathy. 'These stories, artfully told, are replete with conflicted persons in complex situations. What an engaging read! Joshua Britton has a great way of laying out a story that leads the reader in. He offers much to lovers of short fiction.'- Frank Gordon, author of Somewheres in the Middle 'Joshua Britton's Tadpoles captures shots like a hidden photographer documenting the first steps of children to their inevitable mistakes. These collected stories take the reader from the eyes of a kid to parents and guardians across genres of drama, crime, dystopia, and the apocalyptic.'- Tim Heerdink, author of Razed Monuments and The Human Remains'Britton's works are fresh, bright, and at times stark, pungent, and dark. His stories cover themes of life and death, childhood happiness and teenage angst, making friends to the era of friend requests, ranging from creeps and corpses to tadpoles and spiders. A unique voice of the likes of John Updike and Walker Percy.'- John William McMullen, The Miracle of Stalag 8A and Eugene & the Haunted Train Bridge.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the Evansville Tri-State, and for the benefit of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra, comes this anthology on music from twenty-eight local authors-poetry inspired by Beethoven, Miles Davis, and Tchaikovsky; personal essays on Irish music, J. S. Bach, the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus, and choir music in Africa; and informative essays on St. Hildegard of Bingen, the history of the radio, the music in the films of Stanley Kubrick, and musical venues in historical Evansville. EPO Music Director Roger Kalia reflects on the difficulties of navigating an orchestra season through a worldwide pandemic, while EPO Conductor Laureate Alfred Savia reflects on his influential tenure on the podium. The Notes Will Carry Me Home is a love letter to Evansville and the arts.…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A Masterful Exploration of Life's Unpredictable Journey: The Perks of Being Alive by Joshua BrittonThe Perks of Being Alive is a masterfully crafted collection that captures the profound, messy, and bittersweet reality of human existence. With each story, Britton dives into the heart of what it means to endure life's challenges while still finding moments of grace, humor, and introspection. This collection doesn't shy away from the raw and uncomfortable-rather, it embraces the vulnerability of human connection, and the resilience required to navigate life's most trying moments.Throughout The Perks of Being Alive, Britton explores the enduring human desire for connection, meaning, and hope. The stories remind us that being alive means feeling the full spectrum of emotions-even when they are inconvenient or unsettling. Whether depicting the fragility of dreams or the stubborn spark of passion that persists through adversity, Britton's narratives resonate with authenticity and grace.This collection is more than just a series of stories-it's an invitation to reflect on the beauty and chaos of simply being alive. Britton's deft touch, blending wit with wisdom, leaves readers contemplating the perks of living fully, even when life feels chaotic and unforgiving. His work is a testament to theresilience of the human spirit and a celebration of the subtle, often ironic beauty found in the pursuit of meaning amidst life's unpredictability.Highly recommended for those who appreciate short fiction that challenges, moves, and ultimately inspires. Britton's masterful balance of darkness and light, tragedy and redemption, and solitude and connection reveal a storytelling brilliance that lingers long after the final page is turned.- The Publisher.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A collection of seven diverse short stories about pianos and pianists.-A woman ponders the significance of the piano's role within her relationship with herfather.-A lounge pianist negotiates an alternative to paying his massive debt to the city mostnotorious gangster.-A man is abducted for the sole purpose of playing the piano during his captor's dinners.-Who wouldn't accept $25,000 to teach someone how to play the piano and write a songin one week -Two men (and a custodian) attempt to unlock the mystery behind a haunted organ.-A haunting opera poster and grand piano follows a former singer's grandchild throughlife.-A sociopathic virtuoso offers a favor to two elderly women.…

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