An emotionally scarred fifty-six-year-old history professor, Harvey Hudson faces a life crisis after losing his job, wife, and self-respect. In a bid to regain stability, he reluctantly accepts a high-tech position for which he lacks the necessary qualifications, setting the stage for a journey of self-discovery and unexpected challenges.
A young boy named Jeff faces the urgent challenge of saving his ghostly ancestors from vanishing forever. As he navigates the complexities of his family's past, he must confront both supernatural elements and personal growth. The story weaves themes of heritage, bravery, and the bond between generations, highlighting the importance of remembering and honoring one's roots. Jeff's journey is not just about saving his ancestors, but also about discovering his own identity and place within his family's legacy.
Set in a vibrant community, this novel explores the intertwining lives of its residents as they navigate love, loss, and the pursuit of happiness. The narrative delves into the complexities of relationships and the impact of personal choices on others. Through rich character development and evocative imagery, the story captures the essence of human connection and the bittersweet nature of life. Themes of resilience and hope are woven throughout, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences and the beauty found in everyday moments.
Adolf Hitler was one of six children born to his mother, and one of eight born to his father from two of his three marriages. Alois Hitler, né Schicklgruber, was an official of the Austrian customs service, and the combination of an imperial uniform and a severe drinking habit seems to have ensured that Hitler's father was a drunken bully given to beating his children if they were not instantly obedient.Alois had two children, Alois junior and Angela, by his second wife, and six by his third, Hitler's mother Clara, of whom four, all boys, died at birth or in infancy. Young Adolf was therefore left with a half-brother, Alois, and half-sister, Angela, and a full sister, Paula, who died in 1960. When Hitler killed himself in April 1945, all his siblings were still living and some had children of their own. So, what happened to them?The answer is that no one was really certain until David Gardner published this book in 2001, having patiently and steadfastly tracked down Hitler's living relations to the USA, and made contact with some of them. Now revised and updated, this is a fascinating study of a little-known side of Hitler's history, as well as a riveting account of how the author traced and contacted the survivors of a bloodline that most of the world probably hoped had become extinct.
Set against the backdrop of a defunct revolving restaurant, the story follows Professor Lenny Thorson, a linguistics teacher at a struggling college. His life is marked by eccentricities, including a fascination with word origins and a gerbil mascot. Haunted by his past, Lenny grapples with guilt from a tragic incident in his youth involving a boxing match that left another fighter dead. His unconventional living situation and personal struggles provide a unique lens through which to explore themes of regret, identity, and the search for meaning.
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