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Una mujer y su marido que es médico, John, han alquilado una casa antigua para pasar el verano. Deciden en vez de usar la habitación normal de matrimonio instalase en el cuarto de los niños en la planta alta. El marido considera que eso será una forma de tratamiento médico para que su mujer pueda recuperarse de lo que él ha diagnosticado como "una depresión nerviosa temporal con una ligera tendencia histérica", diagnóstico habitual para las mujeres de esa época.

Det er næsten et år siden, at Makani Young flyttede ind hos sin bedstemor langt ude på landet i Nebraska, og hun er stadig ved at finde sig til rette i sit nye liv. Og hun er stadig jaget af sin fortid i Hawaii. En efter en bliver hendes medstuderende på byens lille high school myrdet i en række brutale drab, og imens politiet jagter morderen, breder uhyggen og usikkerheden sig, og Makani bliver tvunget til at forholde sig til sine egne mørke hemmeligheder. Forfatteren Stephanie Perkins er tilbage med et forfriskende bud på den klassiske slasher-genre. Fyldt med blod.

Here is living proof that White and Black Christians can live together. When Spencer Perkins was 16 years old, he visited his bloodied and swollen father (Pastor John Perkins) in jail. Police had beaten the Black activist severely, and Spencer never forgot the moment. He couldn't imagine living in community with a White person after that. But his plans were changed.

How do you change the world? Dr. John M. Perkins says the answer is friendship. Find out why in He Calls Me Friend.

This story is told as a series of journal entries from a woman who is on forced rest as a treatment for hysteria following the birth of her child. As was common in the time, she is forbidden from any work or "strenuous" tasks and is left to sit alone most of her days without mental stimulation, trapped in a room and a marriage that are not fulfilling her. The woman's isolation and mental state cause her to believe that there is a woman stuck in the wallpaper of her room.

HOPE CAN SET YOU FREE . . . 'GORGEOUS' WASHINGTON POST 'MOVING' USA TODAY 'RIVETING' VALERIE MARTIN The Civil War has ended, and Madge, Sadie, and Hemp have each come to Chicago in search of a new life. Born with magical hands, Madge has the power to discern others' suffering, but she cannot...

Shanti misses the warm monsoon rains in India. Now in America, she watches fall leaves fly past her feet. Still, her family’s apartment feels like a village: Mama cooking luchi, funny stories in Bangla, and Baba’s big laugh. But outside, everything is different – trick-or-treating, ballet class, and English books.

It's almost time for Christmas, and Maria is traveling with her mother and younger brother, Juan, to visit their grandmother on the border of California and Mexico. For the few minutes they can share together along the fence, Maria and her brother plan to exchange stories and Christmas gifts with the grandmother they haven't seen in years. But when Juan's gift is too big to fit through the slats in the fence, Maria has a brilliant idea.

I love being a manny. Love it. Especially when my boss goes on extended business trips and leaves me with the keys to his Park Avenue penthouse. I mean, sure, I’ve got to watch his daughter, but she loves me almost as much as she loves her favorite K-pop group. Really. All is going well until their new neighbor thinks I’m the actual billionaire next door, and I don’t correct her. What could possibly go wrong?

Author Kate Perkins helps you deal with life changes, aging and the general craziness that goes on. The sometimes serious, sometimes humorous, sometimes adventurous and all the time helpful information you need as you or your loved ones grow older. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kathleen-perkins2/support

In the thrilling conclusion of the feminist trilogy that began with Moving the Mountain and Herland, we delve deeper into the captivating world created by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. Originally published serially in her periodical, The Forerunner, this story picks up as Vandyck Jennings and his wife, Ellador, return to America after their eye-opening experiences in the all-female utopia of Herland. In this new chapter, we explore the challenges and revelations they face as they reintegrate into a society that starkly contrasts with the harmonious world they left behind. Join us as we witness ...

Discover the profound wisdom of Scripture in Christian Oeconomie, where we explore the essential principles for establishing and nurturing a family. Drawing from Proverbs 243-4, this work emphasizes that a household is built on wisdom, understanding, and knowledge, leading to a life filled with precious and enjoyable riches. Join us on this enlightening journey to cultivate a family life rooted in faith and divine guidance.

Moving the Mountain is a groundbreaking feminist utopian novel by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, first published in her periodical The Forerunner and later as a book in 1911. This work is a significant contribution to the wave of utopian and dystopian literature that emerged in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. As the first entry in Gilmans utopian trilogy, it sets the stage for her subsequent works, including the renowned Herland (1915) and its sequel, With Her in Ourland (1916). The story follows John Robertson, who, after being lost in Tibet for thirty years, returns to a ...

Discover the profound insights of Art of Prophesying, a comprehensive guide on the sacred art of preaching tailored for devoted ministers and those eager to deepen their understanding of holy learning. This treatise delves into the complexities of crafting sermons, focusing on the esteemed gift of prophecy—both in its dignity and practical application. Drawing from the wisdom of esteemed theologians, the author presents a collection of essential rules organized for clarity and memorability. This work is a heartfelt dedication to God, inviting readers to engage with the transformative power ...

The stories, systems, and people powering modern commerce.

Welcome to TROD, where creativity meets purpose and every layer tells a story. Hosted by interior designer, entrepreneur, and author Teresa Perkins Extraordinaire, this podcast explores the rhythm behind bold design, sustainable living, and fearless entrepreneurship. Through real stories, expert insights, and her journey with LaYerz and How to Fail Forward, Teresa helps you design a life and business with intention, style, and impact. Find your rhythm. Build something extraordinary.

A 2026 NAACP Image Award Nominee for Outstanding Literary Work – Fiction A woman learns the incredible story of a real-life American Kingdom—and her family’s ties to it—in this enthralling novel from the New York Times bestselling, NAACP Image Award-winning author of Take My Hand. As...

Join Lucy Perkins as she transports us to a time long before our own, in a world untouched by modern civilization. In this captivating tale, we follow two spirited twins with bright twinkling eyes and flaming red hair as they navigate the wonders and dangers of prehistoric life. Discover a realm where there are no cities, farms, or roads—just an expansive, vibrant world filled with lush vegetation, wild beasts, and countless flying creatures. Lucys storytelling is not only entertaining but also rich with insights into early human existence. Get ready for an adventure that will ignite the ...

Herland is a captivating utopian novel from 1915, crafted by the visionary feminist Charlotte Perkins Gilman. This intriguing narrative unfolds in a secluded society composed exclusively of women who reproduce through parthenogenesis, leading to an idyllic social order devoid of war, conflict, and oppression. Originally serialized in Gilmans own magazine, Forerunner, this thought-provoking tale invites readers to explore a world where harmony reigns supreme.

“I hope this story can inspire others to dream big, set goals, and make them happen.” –Melanie Perkins, Canva CEO and co-founder When Australian teenager Melanie Perkins set out with her boyfriend, Cliff Obrecht, to backpack across India, she had no idea the journey they were...