Ergebnis für "Hope" in Zeitgenössische Literatur

'The book of the summer ... Kept me rapt until the final page' THE TIMES 'A sharp, smart, witty modern love story. I loved it' David Nicholls, author of ONE DAY 'More than lives up to the hype ... Likely to fill the Sally-Rooney-shaped hole in many readers' lives' IRISH TIMES 'Droll, shrewd and...

The much anticipated sequel to the million-copy international bestselling debut The Second Chance Convenience Store. Welcome back to the store where everyone has a story. The Second Chance Convenience Store is open again. After captivating millions of readers worldwide, The Second Chance...

Two stunning dramatisations from one of the twentieth century’s most beloved authors Sink into the lyrical landscapes and beautifully observed lives of J. L. Carr’s finest stories, brought to life in these glorious, full-cast dramatisations starring Shaun Dingwall (Noughts and Crosses, Top...

November day is closing in as Marianne makes her way to Hope Grange and a job as a maid in the household of Hugo Lacey. But instead of the grand house she is expecting, Hope Grange is a crumbling wreck and a house of ghosts, whispers and secrets. Living there are seven-year-old Gerald and his grandmother. Forced to sell his home, Hugo’s behaviour becomes more irrational and descends into madness. Marianne finds herself in a perilous situation and fearing for her safety decides to leave.

They say the Messiah is alive. He is living in New York. Sleeping with men. Impregnating women. Euthanasing the dying, healing the sick. Defying the government and condemning the holy. If you met him.... and he changed your life... would you believe?

Depuis ses 15 ans, Megan est une jeune fille discrète, solitaire et méfiante. Surmontant un passé dont elle refuse de parler, elle part faire sa deuxième année universitaire dans une nouvelle ville dans l'espoir de mener une vie tranquille et solitaire. Malheureusement pour elle, dès le premier jour, elle remet à sa place un étudiant particulièrement insolent... sans savoir qu'il s'agit de Tirell McFinay, l'un des footballeurs les plus populaires de l'université.

Ruth and Alice DeVere and their father Hosmer struggle to make ends meet in New York City - times are hard, even for a talented actor like Mr. DeVere. Just as he successfully auditions for a new play, an old voice affliction renders him terribly hoarse and he loses the role. Despite voice rest and medical treatment, Mr. DeVere's voice fails to improve, and it is impossible to find theatre work.

After Colby's estranged father returns to his white-trash home, the nine year old struggles to survive a promiscuous neighborhood mother, money sharks, and an uncontrollable autistic older brother while discovering the true cost of living and brotherhood.

An immediate bestseller when first published, Pay It Forward captured hearts all over the world, became a wildly popular film, and spawned a generation of increased altruism. This anniversary edition includes a new introduction by the author. It takes an inspiring and moving tale of a young boy...

Liz's son Brent has been deployed to a dangerous place in the Middle East. Recently retired, Liz has promised Brent she will volunteer at Pam's animal shelter, and tries not to worry about him. Then homeless Al rescues a dog he names Max and brings him to Pam's shelter. Liz is convinced no one will ever adopt the little terrier mix because of Max's standoffish attitude and appearance. But there's just something about Max that tugs at Liz's heartstrings. When Brent confronts her via Skype, Liz has to admit it, she's a lot like Max, and that attitude has hindered her own relationships.

Als Frederike Bergmann vor der Wahl stand, welches Haustier für ihre Kinder wohl am geeignetsten sein könnte, entschied sie sich für Kaninchen - man muss nicht bei Wind und Wetter raus, sie machen die Wohnung nicht dreckig und knuddelig sind sie auch noch. Also schnell ein paar ausrangierte Kleinställe von den Nachbarn besorgt und drei niedliche kleine Fellknäuel von der Züchterin geholt.

In diesem Hörbuch legt die Autorin eine vergnügliche Auswahl ihrer besten Geschichten vor und beschreibt auf unnachahmliche Weise den Reiz des Alltäglichen. Da geht es zum Beispiel um den kleinen Willy, der mickrig und zu dick ist, weil er sich wegen vorenthaltener Liebe mit Süßigkeiten vollstopft - und jetzt will er auch noch zum Ballett statt in die väterliche Schraubenfabrik. Und wer ist an allem schuld? Die Mutter, denn die Mutter ist immer schuld.

At the end of Charles Webb's first novel, The Graduate, Benjamin Braddock rescues his beloved Elaine from a marriage made not in heaven but in California.It is now eleven years and 3,000 miles later, and the couple live in Westchester County, a suburb of New York City, with their two young sons, whom they are educating at home.