Most Popular Books by Mary Williams

“I always hoped [Mary Williams] would tell her incredible story. She''s a writer of uncommon clarity and humor, and the arrival of her memoir is cause for celebration." —Dave Eggers, author of What is the What As she grew up in 1970s Oakland, California, role models for Mary Williams were few and far between: her father was often in prison, her older sister was a teenage prostitute, and her hot-tempered mother struggled to raise six children alone. For all Mary knew, she was heading down a similar path. But her life changed when she met Jane Fonda at summer camp in 1978. Fonda grew attached to the bright girl and eventually invited her to become part of her family, becoming the mother Mary never had. Mary’s life since has been one of adventure and opportunity—from hiking the Appalachian Trail solo, working with the Lost Boys of Sudan, and living in the frozen reaches of Antarctica. Her most courageous trip, though, involved returning to Oakland and reconnecting with her biological mother and family, many of whom she hadn’t seen since the day she left home. The Lost Daughter is a chronicle of her journey back in time, an exploration of fractured family bonds, and a moving epic of self-discovery.

Ithaca, New York has often been called the Hollywood of the East, growing from farms to factories to Cornell University--Ithaca''s history is an interesting and broad one. Nestled in the heart of the Finger Lakes, Ithaca was planned by surveyor Simeon DeWitt and incorporated in 1821 when steamboats signaled Cayuga Lake''s heyday of commerce and recreation. Spectacular creeks and waterfalls powered grist, plaster, carding, and other mills. From farms, merchants, and mills, Ithaca''s industries grew to include the famous Thomas-Morse Aviation Company and Morse Chain Works. By 1914, Wharton Studios was producing silent films in this Hollywood of the East. Such notable residents as actress Irene Castle, the Tremans, and community leader James L. Gibbs called Ithaca home. Ithacans became known for community involvement early on. St. James AME Zion Church served as a stop on the Underground Railroad, and Elizabeth Beebe built a mission for needy Rhiners. Ezra Cornell and Andrew D. White realized their ideal of education when Cornell University opened in 1868, followed in 1892 by the Ithaca Conservatory of Music, which became Ithaca College in 1931. Students protested segregation in front of Woolworth''s 30 years later, and echoes of this idealism can still be found here today.

A tale of romance and rivalries in early twentieth-century England . . . It’s 1905, and eighteen-year old-Kate Barrington is getting ready for a ball. She has fallen deeply in love with Jonathan Wentworth, heir to his uncle’s estate. But when she arrives, Jon’s attention is captivated by her frail, orphaned cousin, Cassandra. Consumed by jealousy, Kate tries to leave, but is stopped by Rick Ferris, a charming and handsome business tycoon. Kate knows she cannot love Rick like she loves Jon—but when Rick proposes, she agrees. What Kate does not know is that the marriage between her true love and her cousin is woefully troubled. And soon, the secrets and lies may all be revealed . . . “Williams is a skillful scene-setter.” —The Times (London)

Indian Gardens is a delightful learning experience about a small woodland American Indian tribe from New England, called the Niswa. These people were avid rock hounds. The book shows the readers the importance of collecting rocks: how rocks were stored, prepared for various tools, and used in daily activities. It is with prayer that the coauthors, Mary Williams and Dorene Smith, hope that this explanation of history will inspire young readers to indulge in rock exploring and maybe even produce future rock collectors, simply by seeing what''s in a rock.

This little book has been titled Some Children of the World Who Are Colorblind because it mostly speaks for itself. We as parents and adults need to teach children to show love, to be kind, and to respect others. It is the author''s hope that this message will touch hearts all over the world!

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Dramatic tale of love and tragedy.

Romance. In 1857 Garth de Verries returns to Cornwall to obtain his inheritance, which includes some of the moors Caroline Dorric had come to regard as her own special place.

Historical romance. Set to marry an heiress in 19th century Cornwall, Justin Tregallis'' destiny is changed by his tempestuous sister and by Mara, a beautiful gypsy girl.

Mary Williams''s collection of ghost stories take their inspiration from the humorous to the mysterious and macabre, including the story of the silent people who live in the haunted valley, a ghostly realm, which, once seen, will turn the rest of life into a quest to find it again.

Sudanese Garang is eight when he returns to his village and finds that everything has been destroyed. Soon, Garang meets other boys whose villages have been attacked and they unite, walking hundreds of miles to safety - first in Ethiopia then in Kenya. The boys face numerous hardships along the way, but their faith and mutual support help keep the hope of finding a new home alive in their hearts. Based on heartbreaking yet inspirational true events, this is a story of remarkable and enduring courage, and an amazing testament to the unyielding power of the spirit.

Isabella is suffering from amnesia, but she cannot believe that she is the wife of Justin Llarne, despite the fact that the truth of her marriage is constantly vouched for by Susannah and Silas, the unpleasant couple he is involved with and who keep her prisoner.

First Published in 2005. Promoting creativity can be a powerful way of engaging children in their learning. Showing how creativity can be developed across the curriculum, this book offers advice on how to: Develop children''s capacity for creative thinking and achievement; use creativity to increase levels of motivation and self-esteem; teach the creative skills pupils need for success in learning and life. Combining the latest research with practical ideas and tasks, this multi-dimensional book is a must for teachers, students and educators who wish to know more about creativity in teaching and learning.

Story of romance and adventure set in 19th century Cornwall.

A lovely young woman enduring an unfortunate chain of circumstances accepts a teaching position on an isolated island. Upon her arrival, a dangerous looking but handsome lighthouse keeper warns her of the perils of the shores. Little does he know that she is exactly what the island needs. Weathering the storms of Cape Hatteras, together they will find eternal love and unbridled passion! Romantic Times". Original.

It''s Someone Taking a Part of You explores the choices and opportunities available to young women who are at risk of, or experiencing, sexual exploitation. Based on 55 case studies, it presents young women''s accounts of their experience of violence and sexual exploitation, providing both quantitative and qualitative data about the problems they face. It identifies three different categories of risk, and recommends interventions that could take place at each stage to support the young women concerned. It''s Someone Taking a Part of You will be of interest to all those working with young people, particularly field and residential social workers, and other professionals working in and with schools, sexual health services, drug prevention and treatment service, and the police.

An edited collection describing key issues in supporting literacy development, this book helps to ''unlock'' the mysteries behind helping children learn to read, write, speak and listen. It explores ways to help children develop their skills in literacy, thinking and learning, and shows how literacy teaching can be used creatively and imaginatively with children of all ages and abilities. The new edition of this well-known text: reflects the importance of creativity and the new Primary Strategy offers approaches to teaching literacy that accord with and beyond the literacy hour includes coverage of the Foundation Stage curriculum in every chapter covers the inclusion agenda and supporting EAL pupils highlights the importance of popular culture and visual literacy in children''s lives. Interweaving pedagogy with theory and practical suggestions, this book is firmly based in classroom and academic research to support both trainee and practising teacher in the realities of teaching and learning in literacy.