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The ponds of Hampstead Heath are small oases; fragments of wild nature nestled in the heart of north-west London. For the best part of his life Al Alvarez--poet, critic, novelist, rock-climber and poker player--has swum in them almost daily.
An athlete in his youth, Alvarez, now in his eighties, chronicles what it is to grow old with humor and fierce honesty--from his relentlessly nagging ankle which makes daily life a struggle, to infuriating bureaucratic battles with the council to keep his disabled person's Blue Badge, the devastating effects of a stroke, and the salvation he finds in the three Ss--Swimming, Sex and Sleep.
As Alvarez swims in the ponds he considers how it feels when you begin to miss that person you used to be--to miss yourself. Swimming is his own private form of protest against the onslaught of time; proof to others, and himself, that he's not yet
The ponds of Hampstead Heath are small oases; fragments of wild nature nestled in the heart of north-west London. For the best part of his life Al Alvarez--poet, critic, novelist, rock-climber and poker player--has swum in them almost daily. An athlete in his youth, Alvarez, now in his eighties,
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A novel of Latin American
The Creative Space Journal is a journal through 100 art projects, offering prompts and projects, sparks and nudges, ideas and inspirations for activities to reflect, enhance or change your mood. Pages present beautifully illustrated exercises designed to add some art and mischief to your world, and
After a young swimmer's dreams come to a screeching halt, she finds new, unlikely (boy) friends and a side of herself that she didn't know existed, in this hilarious YA debut. Louise Brown dreams of qualifying for the Olympics. Her swimming times are well above her fellow swimmers. And then she
Get the most from your work experience, placements and internships with this journal. The journal format provides a great structure for processing your learning and reflecting on your progress, with sections on self-awareness, effective communication, managing change, networking and other key
A new paperback edition of Julia Alvarez's beloved Pura Belpr winner about life in Trujillo's Dominican Republic. 'Diary entries written by a child while in hiding will remind readers of Anne Frank's story.' --SLJ Anita de la Torre never questioned her freedom living in the Dominican Republic
Runners, cyclists, swimmers, rowers, triathletes, and ultradistance athletes must sustain performance at a high level to come out on top. Developing Endurance shows how to achieve optimal stamina to race your best through science-based aerobic, anaerobic, and resistance training.Written by 11 top
A claustrophobic, literary dystopia set in the hot, luscious landscape of Andalusia from the author of The Golden Key. 'A richly imagined eco-gothic tale.' - The Guardian 'Exquisitely realised.' - The Times After the ravages of the Green Winter, Earth is a place of deep jungles and monstrous
'Not gonna lie, this is probably the coolest journal you'll ever see. . . . Wreck This Journal is here to inspire you.' --Buzzfeed The internationally bestselling phenomenon with more than 10 million copies sold--and an excellent holiday gift Paint, poke, create, destroy, and wreck--to create a
35 erotic short stories of lovers who want
'Not gonna lie, this is probably the coolest journal you'll ever see. . . . Wreck This Journal is here to inspire you.' --Buzzfeed The internationally bestselling phenomenon with more than 10 million copies sold--and an excellent holiday gift Paint, poke, create, destroy, and wreck--to create a
The inaugural issue of a new journal on architecture and urbanismThe new annual journal Parangol explores ideas within urbanism, design and architecture, with contributions from an international roster of writers. The journal's title pays homage to the work of Brazilian artist Hlio Oiticica and his
A captivating literary and historical record, Jean Giono's Occupation Journal offers a glimpse into life in collaborationist France during the Second World War, as seen through the eyes and thoughts of one of France's greatest and most independent writers. Written during the years of France's
Filled with empowering quotes and affirmations along with practical exercises and tips, this journal will encourage you to reflect upon the moments and experiences that bring you happiness and inspire you to harness your happiness in a meaningful way. Cultivating healthy habits can help you to
'Not gonna lie, this is probably the coolest journal you'll ever see. . . . Wreck This Journal is here to inspire you.' --Buzzfeed A spectacular coloring and painting edition of the incredible journal that started it all, in celebration of the tenth anniversary of the 10-million-copy international
Cactus Journal This stylish and practical journal has been beautifully hand-designed for all plant and cactus lovers. Looking for a gorgeous cactus journal for school, home, work or college? Then this is the one for you. Lovingly designed by the team at Nifty Notebooks, we hope you'll enjoy
An award-winning, moving, and timely story about the families of undocumented workers by renowned author Julia Alvarez. After Tyler's father is injured in a tractor accident, his family is forced to hire migrant Mexican workers to help save their Vermont farm from foreclosure. Tyler isn't sure