New Releases by Ruth Brown

An intimate look at James II and VII, exploring his romantic escapades, tumultuous life, and the personal struggles that shaped his controversial reign. The personal side of James II and VII has long been obscured by the propaganda storm emanating from the “Glorious Revolution” of 1688, one of the great founding myths of modern Britain. Justine Brown unveils James the man, teasing out a fresh dimension. The Private Life of James II details the romantic adventures of a true Cavalier—handsome, courageous, loyal, pleasure-seeking, lusty, determined and soulful. The Stuart “spare” briefly experienced a golden childhood before, aged nine, he was flung headlong into the English Civil Wars of 1642-1649. After escaping England in disguise, he endured the execution of his adored father, Charles I, and years of exile on the Continent. In 1660 the Duke of York returned to his native land in triumph. He rode into the capital at the right hand of his brother, Charles II. James fully embraced the role of Restoration rake, headed up the Royal Navy, fought the Fire of London with gusto, and was a great patron of theater, painting, and music. “The darling of the people” until his dramatic conversion to Roman Catholicism transformed him into England’s scapegoat, the heir to the Crown had a turbulent road ahead. Come to understand what truly drove James, and learn about his complex relationships with his children, his two remarkable wives, Anne Hyde and Mary of Modena; his many mistresses, as well as the extraordinary friends and rivals who helped shape the fate of this consequential Stuart monarch of England, Scotland and Ireland.

"I spy with my little eye, Something beginning with M. It curls its tail around the stalk and eats the wheat at Harvest. It rhymes with house . . ." Come on a playful journey through the day from dawn to dusk, set in a gorgeous countryside landscape. The reader must solve a riddle to guess which animal is hiding, and then search for it in the beautifully detailed illustrations. This version of the favorite childhood game uses a text with rhyme and will provide hours of entertainment. The page turn confirms the answers, and there is a satisfying bedtime ending.

"Tabitha''s Vacation" by Ruth Brown MacArthur. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

This is a story of Jesus and his many followers, but I will be Priscilla the lady disciple who follows Christ after his walk to his cousin John the Baptist to be baptized.

Age range 3 to 6 An adorable count-down book by household name, Ruth Brown Ten little dogs, sitting in a line, One chased a butterfly And then there were.... nine. Then 8, then 7 and so on. Continue the countdown fun until only one little dog remains. Will there be none? Turn the final page to find out.

Join Christian, a young teen, as he begins his journey to the Celestial Kingdom. His story is not unlike anyone who desires to know truth and where the road of life really leads us. Get ready to take the ultimate trip of a lifetime. Encounter mountains, valleys, the Palace Beautiful as well as the dangers of ravines, of dungeons, and of confronting human and inhuman enemies. Go with Chris and his new friends as they become entrapped in swamps, the Doubting Castle, and become entangled in surprise battles with numerous enemies-even Appolyon, the archenemy himself. Find out how these young teens defeat each foe and ultimately win the battle of their lives. This story is based on John Bunyon''s timeless book, The Pilgrims'' Progress. It is a retelling of one boy''s quest for truth, his desire to know if God is real. And does this God genuinely care for him? Come along with Chris as he embarks into the unknown.

Age range 3 to 6 No visit to an art gallery can rival this one! Tom visits a very special exhibition where each picture features a cat. One by one, the cats all leap out and follow him, until a very large, scary cat makes them rush back to the safety of their frames. But these aren''t just any cats or any pictures! Ruth Brown has created her own unique and amusing masterpieces in the style of twelve well known painters from around the world. Young children will enjoy discovering the pictures with Tom, watching the increasing number of cats following him around, and matching the cats with the pictures. ''Exceptional draughtsmanship makes all her books a feast...a book to lead readers to 13 painters from Mondrian to Munch and Kahlo to Klimt.'' -- Sunday Times Culture Magazine ''Cleverly conceived and superbly executed.'' -- Red Reading Hub

"Heart of Gold" by Ruth Brown MacArthur follows Peace, a poor girl subject to many hours in isolation. However, her life changes when she grows to love the surrogate foster family that takes her in. This charming and quaint book is a feel-good story that narrates a simple time when growing up was an adventure, and one''s imagination and good heart could work miracles in making life better for everyone.

Life as a single mother is never easy. World conditions, financial difficulties, children displaying outrageous behavior, are just some of the many challenges that a single mother faces each day. Without the other half of the parental equation, maintaining the home becomes twice as difficult. Without God in the midst this experience is virtually imposible to have a positive outcome. However, all is not lost. Hope and a better tomorrow is always available in abundant supply. With God all things are possible. This aims to present a perspective that there is a bright light at the end of this tunnel. Perseverance is one of the vehicles to get there.

An anthology of short stories and poems by seniors- The Late Bloomers of Pembroke''s Council on Aging

The farmer is snoozing on the hay in his barn, surrounded by his dozy animals, when the fly buzzing about lands on his nose! Of course he sneezes, which sets off a long chain of consequences, until finally the terrified donkey panics! It has been compared to the traditional rhyme, The House That Jack Built, and has the same satisfying cause and result domino effect!

Black Beauty''s story improved the lives of horses all over the world. Seen through his own eyes, young horse lovers will be swept up in his incredible journey from a peaceful paddock to the streets of London. No matter what he encounters, nothing can break Black Beauty''s spirit.

"Learn how to create ... beautiful, subtle, blueprints on gorgeous fabrics. Also, find out how to create digital negatives, how to colour your cyanotypes and how to take care of your prints"--Back cover.

When can you see a rainbow? When can you see stars? Read to find out whta things you can see in the day and what things you can see at night."--Provided by publisher.

Tabitha''s Vacation (Chinese edition)

Author Ruth Brown was born with mastocytosis, a rare, complex, and little-known disease responsible for producing a multitude of diverse symptoms. As a result of her condition, she experienced many incredible encounters with medical professionals and institutions. In Surviving Medical Care, she writes of the nearly fifty-five years she spent seeking medical attention for a series of seemingly unrelated and sporadic symptoms. While living a relatively normal life as a wife, mother, and software developer, she coped with the challenges of her affliction. As her condition worsened, she desperately sought a correct medical diagnosis and appropriate treatment. In her frequent visits with medical professionals, her care ranged from outstanding to poor and even horrifically negligent. Despite numerous obstacles, she never lost her optimism or her sense of humor. In this memoir, Brown shares how her extensive experience as a patient exemplifies pitfalls of medical care in the United States. Her problems arose not from a lack of excellent medical coverage but from a variety of other problems: physicians with poor communication skills; unnecessary, costly and invasive testing; medical personnel not trained to think logically or creatively; tight schedules in physicians offices; overcrowded and understaffed emergency rooms; and indifferent physicians. While Surviving Medical Care narrates Browns personal story, it has much to say about how Americans need to be involved in their medical care and advocate for improvements in the medical system.

Coffee has never been better--or cooler! Ever wonder what goes into making the perfect cup of coffee? There''s more to it than you think, and a new breed of coffee nerds has transformed the cheap, gritty sludge your parents drink into the coolest food trend around, with an obsessive commitment to sourcing, roasting, and preparation that has taken the drink to delicious new heights. Coffee Nerd details the history behind the beans and helps you navigate the exciting and sometimes intimidating new wave of coffee. From finding obscure Japanese brewing equipment to recipes and techniques for brewing amazing coffee at home, you''ll increase your geek cred--and discover a whole new world of coffee possibilities. Whether you are looking to refine your French-press recipe or just can''t survive a morning without a handcrafted latte, this book is sure to stimulate you as you pore over the art of preparing an incredibly smooth cup of coffee.

This is a book targeted to give interest in what Jesus Christ did as a little boy. This book will show people that they are children of a King. This book is fiction because it is not quoted, but a realization of what could or may have happened in that day. This book is inspired by God from a heart that loves him so much, that it gives the idea that anyone can have a relationship with Jesus. Some of the characters are from the Bible. They are not quoted. This gives the story a likeness to the reality of Jesus back when he was a child. Princess Rashaah is made up, but she represents the person that made her up. This is to tell you that anyone can be her. A relationship with Jesus Christ is all together possible. Jesus is real and he will never be made up.

Over a hundred years ago, a faithful little dog called Bobby kept a fourteen-year vigil by his master''s graveside in Greyfriars churchyard in Edinburgh. Bobby captured the hearts of the townsfolk and remains a legend still today.

One stormy night Grace, the lighthouse keeper''s daughter, spots a ship in trouble on the rocks. At the same time, the lighthouse cat, Gracie, discovers that one of her kittens has strayed. Grace and Gracie both hurry to the rescue, braving the rain and storm. Grace alerts her father and together they set out in the lifeboat to save the passengers. Meanwhile, Gracie ventures into the dark night and howling wind looking everywhere for her lost kitten. The dual stories—one told only in pictures, the other in both pictures and text—illustrate the bravery of two rescues in 1838, which saved thirteen people from a shipwreck and one poor kitten from a terrible storm.

There is a story that has been passed down for centuries in China about a young boy named Mencius whose mother, Mother Meng, guided him in crucial matters of conduct and morality throughout his life. The story emphasizes that mother Meng''s consistent and virtuous guidance enabled Mencius to become one of the most influential Confucian scholars and philosophers in Chinese history. This thesis provides historical context for seven different stories about Mother Meng and Mencius.

Winds of Change( Rise of the Paladin) is a fantasy set one thousand years into our future. The world is changed by Jupiter igniting and turning into a sun. The blast wave hits the Earth''s moon and fractures causing holes to tear in the fabric of Time and Space itself bringing dragons back into the land of men along with elves coming forth from Avalon once more upon the Tor. Gnomes, orcs, fairies, nymphs and satyrs all re-emerge. Lucifer has broken the bonds that bound him to the pit of hell. He hides in human disguise for many, many years waiting for the right moment to unleash his rage upon man. Our heroes set out on several quests to find legendary weapons of the ancient world to join the races of the earth together. Our journey begins in Book One as we introduce our characters and set the tone for the other two books to follow. Valuds Stormyst regent of Lorthramar and soon to be crowned king rally''s the races of the Earth to join him in conquering Lucifer and his minions. Prince Valudaz Plaguemyst, son of Vaudus captured by Lucifer and bent to his whims breaks free of his power and leads the assault upon Gahenna. Rahnyah, one of the high mages of old Salem aids the new king in his quest to rally the people of Earth to fight against the great fallen angel.

Our cat Flossie leads a very remarkable life. She has many interests and hobbies, such as gardening, knitting, collecting butterflies and getting in boxes. Sometimes she is very helpful, and then sometimes she is not quite so useful. There are even a few things she really hates. But, like all cats, theres only one thing that she loves to do more than anything else!

There are all sorts of strange things happening in Baby Bears dream. He runs away from a witch who lives in a gingerbread house, meets a young girl on her way to her grandmas and sees a huge beanstalk that touches the sky. This story is a fusion of favourite fairytales, full of twists and turns, where all is familiar yet nothing is quite what it seems.

Monkey is going for a walk. Along the way he meets some friends. Can you guess who he will meet next? There might be some clues in the pictures!

"If you plant ten seeds, what do you get? Follow nature''s wonderful cycle in this engaging counting book with a difference!"--P. [4] of cover.

Slimy Snail takes a trip around the yard, overcoming different obstacles on the way.

The book covers a wealth of information on using digital imagery for textile work. Learn how to print directly on to fabric, transfer images and use digital negatives for photographic processes such as cyanotyping and preparing printing screens. Just as importantly you''ll find out how to prepare and manipulate your images using Photoshop Element

Les grandes et vieilles maisons peuvent faire un peu peur, surtout quand on est une petite souris. Bo et Jo arpentent les pièces en quête d''un dîner, mais Jo, le petit frère, a la désagréable sensation d''être observé. Une expédition palpitante, pour frissonner... et rire, par l''auteur d''Une histoire sombre, très sombre...