The Alaskan Saga of Thomas Churchill O'Brien

The Alaskan Saga of Thomas Churchill O'Brien

Author: William Halligan

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 1999-12-17

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 1475900082

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The Alaskan Saga of Thomas Churchill O'Brien

The Alaskan Saga of Thomas Churchill O'Brien

Author: Thomas William

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 1999-12

Total Pages: 382

ISBN-13: 1583485902

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A hilariously funny satire of life in Alaska as seen through the misadventures of a warm-hearted but bumbling neophyte.


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Download or read book The Alaskan Saga of Thomas Churchill O'Brien written by Thomas William and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 1999-12 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hilariously funny satire of life in Alaska as seen through the misadventures of a warm-hearted but bumbling neophyte.


Chant of the Gemini

Chant of the Gemini

Author: Thomas William

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 0595212069

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Presenting a new volume of poetry from the pen of Thomas William. His previous volume, Poems on Alaska and Other Planets, was very well received both here and abroad, and this new volume, Chant of the Gemini, will certainly further and enhance his growing reputation as an important American poet. Dr. William is versatile and finds inspiration in the nooks and crannies of life, his own and others. He certainly shoots a straight, direct arrow into the heart of his poetic matter, a matter of direct truth overcoming extraneous verbosity. He is a poet more concerned with the vegetables of daily living, the potatoes and peas of life, than with its exotic orchards. Read, and you will surely enjoy.


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Download or read book Chant of the Gemini written by Thomas William and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2001 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presenting a new volume of poetry from the pen of Thomas William. His previous volume, Poems on Alaska and Other Planets, was very well received both here and abroad, and this new volume, Chant of the Gemini, will certainly further and enhance his growing reputation as an important American poet. Dr. William is versatile and finds inspiration in the nooks and crannies of life, his own and others. He certainly shoots a straight, direct arrow into the heart of his poetic matter, a matter of direct truth overcoming extraneous verbosity. He is a poet more concerned with the vegetables of daily living, the potatoes and peas of life, than with its exotic orchards. Read, and you will surely enjoy.


Perils of Wisdom

Perils of Wisdom

Author: Thomas William

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2000-12

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 0595167543

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Perils of Wisdom is a compilation of wise and witty maxims, spanning the gamut from Philosophy, Religion, Politics, Education, and Success, to Friendship, Love, Marriage, Ambition, Money, and Old Age. It is a delightfully perspicacious panorama of aphoristic insights by Thomas William on all aspects of life that will make you smile at their clever genius and exclaim, “How true!” You can turn to any page and enjoy these polished gems of encapsulated acumen. These are the observations of a man who has “been there, done that, got the T-shirt.” With this volume, Dr. William joins the ranks of Oscar Wilde and Ambrose Bierce. Truly, a book for every library, coffee table, and night stand—and certainly for every mind.


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Download or read book Perils of Wisdom written by Thomas William and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2000-12 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perils of Wisdom is a compilation of wise and witty maxims, spanning the gamut from Philosophy, Religion, Politics, Education, and Success, to Friendship, Love, Marriage, Ambition, Money, and Old Age. It is a delightfully perspicacious panorama of aphoristic insights by Thomas William on all aspects of life that will make you smile at their clever genius and exclaim, “How true!” You can turn to any page and enjoy these polished gems of encapsulated acumen. These are the observations of a man who has “been there, done that, got the T-shirt.” With this volume, Dr. William joins the ranks of Oscar Wilde and Ambrose Bierce. Truly, a book for every library, coffee table, and night stand—and certainly for every mind.


Nolo Contendere

Nolo Contendere

Author: Thomas William

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 0595341381

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Dr. Thomas William is a retired psychotherapist and educator; however--as his latest volume of poetry will amply demonstrate--he will never retire from being an avid student of the human condition. Nolo Contendere brings us yet another collection of brilliant insights spanning the gamut from amusing wit to tragical poignancy. Dr. William's other published works include three other volumes of poetry, Poems on Alaska and Other Planets, Chant of the Gemini, and Cryogenic Suspension; two novels, The Alaskan Saga of Thomas Churchill O'Brien and Placida House; and four books of aphorisms, Perils of Wisdom, Books I, II, III, and IV.


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Download or read book Nolo Contendere written by Thomas William and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2005 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Thomas William is a retired psychotherapist and educator; however--as his latest volume of poetry will amply demonstrate--he will never retire from being an avid student of the human condition. Nolo Contendere brings us yet another collection of brilliant insights spanning the gamut from amusing wit to tragical poignancy. Dr. William's other published works include three other volumes of poetry, Poems on Alaska and Other Planets, Chant of the Gemini, and Cryogenic Suspension; two novels, The Alaskan Saga of Thomas Churchill O'Brien and Placida House; and four books of aphorisms, Perils of Wisdom, Books I, II, III, and IV.


Placida House

Placida House

Author: Thomas William

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2003-02-07

Total Pages: 137

ISBN-13: 0595263291

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What do we, as a society, do with our aged and ailing? A fortunate few spend their last years in small, caring rest homes like Placida House, where each resident is lovingly treated like a member of the family. Baby Dog Benji rules the roost, lavishing canine warmth and affection. Lee and Svea are the expert cook and housemother, absolutely indispensable and adored by all. Henry does the maintenance and takes care of the grounds and occasionally saves somebody's life. And Dr. William is the all-wise father figure who patiently steers Placida House safely through many a storm and keeps things running on an even keel. Set aside the cares of the day for a moment, and enter the safe haven of Placida House, where there's plenty of laughter, good spirits, comic absurdity, and heartwarming spiritual growth. Here it is that men come to grips with their mortality and their prejudices, and try to answer the questions of what's it all been about and what's it all for. But mostly, here is where they at last find peace, protection, happiness, and sincere acceptance.


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Download or read book Placida House written by Thomas William and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2003-02-07 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What do we, as a society, do with our aged and ailing? A fortunate few spend their last years in small, caring rest homes like Placida House, where each resident is lovingly treated like a member of the family. Baby Dog Benji rules the roost, lavishing canine warmth and affection. Lee and Svea are the expert cook and housemother, absolutely indispensable and adored by all. Henry does the maintenance and takes care of the grounds and occasionally saves somebody's life. And Dr. William is the all-wise father figure who patiently steers Placida House safely through many a storm and keeps things running on an even keel. Set aside the cares of the day for a moment, and enter the safe haven of Placida House, where there's plenty of laughter, good spirits, comic absurdity, and heartwarming spiritual growth. Here it is that men come to grips with their mortality and their prejudices, and try to answer the questions of what's it all been about and what's it all for. But mostly, here is where they at last find peace, protection, happiness, and sincere acceptance.


Perils of Wisdom

Perils of Wisdom

Author: Bill Halligan

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2002-05-17

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 0595227120

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A must-read collection of the author’s delightfully witty and profound original aphorisms, a continuation of his previously published Perils of Wisdom. It spans the full spectrum of human experience, offering insight into Philosophy, Religion, Politics, Education, Success, Friendship, Love, Marriage, Ambition, Money, and Old Age. You can open it up anywhere at random and read it for a minute or two, or you can indulge in it for an entire evening. Either way, a perusal of this collection is guaranteed to both amuse and challenge you. It will offer you the patience to endure the travails of the journey through life, as well as uplift your spirits with mischievous new ways of looking at old comedies and tragedies—both in your own life and the lives of others. It can provoke excellent dialogue between you and your friends as you examine each jewel within, or merely give you a little “snack” for thought as you go about your daily affairs. It is an excellent gift for loved ones and a must for every library, coffee table, and night stand.


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Download or read book Perils of Wisdom written by Bill Halligan and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2002-05-17 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A must-read collection of the author’s delightfully witty and profound original aphorisms, a continuation of his previously published Perils of Wisdom. It spans the full spectrum of human experience, offering insight into Philosophy, Religion, Politics, Education, Success, Friendship, Love, Marriage, Ambition, Money, and Old Age. You can open it up anywhere at random and read it for a minute or two, or you can indulge in it for an entire evening. Either way, a perusal of this collection is guaranteed to both amuse and challenge you. It will offer you the patience to endure the travails of the journey through life, as well as uplift your spirits with mischievous new ways of looking at old comedies and tragedies—both in your own life and the lives of others. It can provoke excellent dialogue between you and your friends as you examine each jewel within, or merely give you a little “snack” for thought as you go about your daily affairs. It is an excellent gift for loved ones and a must for every library, coffee table, and night stand.


Poems on Alaska and Other Planets

Poems on Alaska and Other Planets

Author: Thomas William

Publisher: Writers Club Press

Published: 2000-07-24

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780595096725

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Thomas William is a practicing psychotherapist and a published author. His previously published novel, The Alaskan Saga of Thomas Churchill O'Brien, a social satire of life in contemporary Alaska, reveals (exposes?) his love of laughter and his concern and awareness of what is best referred to as "the human condition." So, too, are these traits and feelings evident in this volume of poetry: sugar and spice, a laugh and a tear. Dr. William is John Doe, Mr. Everyman, and strives to exhibit(again, "expose"?) the feelings and fears seasoned with hope and humor of all of us who are temporarily confined or sentenced to this one life we all have to struggle with, to see to its completion. The poems herein adhere to no rigid standard of form. Scholarship is not their aim. They do, hopefully, flow freely with the poet's thoughts of the moment. Too, these poems follow no rigid psychological or philosophical intensity of sameness or pattern. A statement of passionate belief, a thought of the moment, may be followed a few poems later by an equally intense contradiction, again, the thought of that moment. Our attitudes and feelings are in a state of constant flux. Dr. William is sincerely convinced that all humans, in one form or another, have a touch of genius, be it baking wondrous cakes and bread, repairing broken-down engines, or dwelling on Einsteinian mathematics. Consequently, he also believes that he does not write his poetry, but that it merely flows from an unknown source through him as thoughts for his poetic interpretation.


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Download or read book Poems on Alaska and Other Planets written by Thomas William and published by Writers Club Press. This book was released on 2000-07-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thomas William is a practicing psychotherapist and a published author. His previously published novel, The Alaskan Saga of Thomas Churchill O'Brien, a social satire of life in contemporary Alaska, reveals (exposes?) his love of laughter and his concern and awareness of what is best referred to as "the human condition." So, too, are these traits and feelings evident in this volume of poetry: sugar and spice, a laugh and a tear. Dr. William is John Doe, Mr. Everyman, and strives to exhibit(again, "expose"?) the feelings and fears seasoned with hope and humor of all of us who are temporarily confined or sentenced to this one life we all have to struggle with, to see to its completion. The poems herein adhere to no rigid standard of form. Scholarship is not their aim. They do, hopefully, flow freely with the poet's thoughts of the moment. Too, these poems follow no rigid psychological or philosophical intensity of sameness or pattern. A statement of passionate belief, a thought of the moment, may be followed a few poems later by an equally intense contradiction, again, the thought of that moment. Our attitudes and feelings are in a state of constant flux. Dr. William is sincerely convinced that all humans, in one form or another, have a touch of genius, be it baking wondrous cakes and bread, repairing broken-down engines, or dwelling on Einsteinian mathematics. Consequently, he also believes that he does not write his poetry, but that it merely flows from an unknown source through him as thoughts for his poetic interpretation.


Churchill's Secret Messenger

Churchill's Secret Messenger

Author: Alan Hlad

Publisher: A John Scognamiglio Book

Published: 2021-04-27

Total Pages: 418

ISBN-13: 1496728416

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A riveting story of World War II and the courage of one young woman as she is drafted into Churchill’s overseas spy network, aiding the French Resistance behind enemy lines and working to liberate Nazi-occupied Paris… London, 1941: In a cramped bunker in Winston Churchill’s Cabinet War Rooms, underneath Westminster’s Treasury building, civilian women huddle at desks, typing up confidential documents and reports. Since her parents were killed in a bombing raid, Rose Teasdale has spent more hours than usual in Room 60, working double shifts, growing accustomed to the burnt scent of the Prime Minister’s cigars permeating the stale air. Winning the war is the only thing that matters, and she will gladly do her part. And when Rose’s fluency in French comes to the attention of Churchill himself, it brings a rare yet dangerous opportunity. Rose is recruited for the Special Operations Executive, a secret British organization that conducts espionage in Nazi-occupied Europe. After weeks of grueling training, Rose parachutes into France with a new codename: Dragonfly. Posing as a cosmetics saleswoman in Paris, she ferries messages to and from the Resistance, knowing that the slightest misstep means capture or death. Soon Rose is assigned to a new mission with Lazare Aron, a French Resistance fighter who has watched his beloved Paris become a shell of itself, with desolate streets and buildings draped in Swastikas. Since his parents were sent to a German work camp, Lazare has dedicated himself to the cause with the same fervor as Rose. Yet Rose’s very loyalty brings risks as she undertakes a high-stakes prison raid, and discovers how much she may have to sacrifice to justify Churchill’s faith in her . . . "A rousing historical novel." - The Akron Beacon Journal, Best Books of the Year for Churchill's Secret Messenger


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Download or read book Churchill's Secret Messenger written by Alan Hlad and published by A John Scognamiglio Book. This book was released on 2021-04-27 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A riveting story of World War II and the courage of one young woman as she is drafted into Churchill’s overseas spy network, aiding the French Resistance behind enemy lines and working to liberate Nazi-occupied Paris… London, 1941: In a cramped bunker in Winston Churchill’s Cabinet War Rooms, underneath Westminster’s Treasury building, civilian women huddle at desks, typing up confidential documents and reports. Since her parents were killed in a bombing raid, Rose Teasdale has spent more hours than usual in Room 60, working double shifts, growing accustomed to the burnt scent of the Prime Minister’s cigars permeating the stale air. Winning the war is the only thing that matters, and she will gladly do her part. And when Rose’s fluency in French comes to the attention of Churchill himself, it brings a rare yet dangerous opportunity. Rose is recruited for the Special Operations Executive, a secret British organization that conducts espionage in Nazi-occupied Europe. After weeks of grueling training, Rose parachutes into France with a new codename: Dragonfly. Posing as a cosmetics saleswoman in Paris, she ferries messages to and from the Resistance, knowing that the slightest misstep means capture or death. Soon Rose is assigned to a new mission with Lazare Aron, a French Resistance fighter who has watched his beloved Paris become a shell of itself, with desolate streets and buildings draped in Swastikas. Since his parents were sent to a German work camp, Lazare has dedicated himself to the cause with the same fervor as Rose. Yet Rose’s very loyalty brings risks as she undertakes a high-stakes prison raid, and discovers how much she may have to sacrifice to justify Churchill’s faith in her . . . "A rousing historical novel." - The Akron Beacon Journal, Best Books of the Year for Churchill's Secret Messenger


Getting the message through: A Branch History of the U.S. Army Signal Corps

Getting the message through: A Branch History of the U.S. Army Signal Corps

Author: Rebecca Robbins Raines

Publisher: Government Printing Office

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 488

ISBN-13: 9780160872815

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Getting the Message Through, the companion volume to Rebecca Robbins Raines' Signal Corps, traces the evolution of the corps from the appointment of the first signal officer on the eve of the Civil War, through its stages of growth and change, to its service in Operation DESERT SHIELD/DESERT STORM. Raines highlights not only the increasingly specialized nature of warfare and the rise of sophisticated communications technology, but also such diverse missions as weather reporting and military aviation. Information dominance in the form of superior communications is considered to be sine qua non to modern warfare. As Raines ably shows, the Signal Corps--once considered by some Army officers to be of little or no military value--and the communications it provides have become integral to all aspects of military operations on modern digitized battlefields. The volume is an invaluable reference source for anyone interested in the institutional history of the branch.


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Download or read book Getting the message through: A Branch History of the U.S. Army Signal Corps written by Rebecca Robbins Raines and published by Government Printing Office. This book was released on 1996 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Getting the Message Through, the companion volume to Rebecca Robbins Raines' Signal Corps, traces the evolution of the corps from the appointment of the first signal officer on the eve of the Civil War, through its stages of growth and change, to its service in Operation DESERT SHIELD/DESERT STORM. Raines highlights not only the increasingly specialized nature of warfare and the rise of sophisticated communications technology, but also such diverse missions as weather reporting and military aviation. Information dominance in the form of superior communications is considered to be sine qua non to modern warfare. As Raines ably shows, the Signal Corps--once considered by some Army officers to be of little or no military value--and the communications it provides have become integral to all aspects of military operations on modern digitized battlefields. The volume is an invaluable reference source for anyone interested in the institutional history of the branch.