Articles related to "Miriam"

Once you become familiar with the distinctive styles of Miriam Haskell jewelry, you will immediately be able to identify pieces.

A look at Manitoba born and bred author Miriam Toews' journey to the top of Canadian fiction - her life, her works and the awards along the way.

Capote's first short story is a haunting account of a widow's descent into madness courtesy of a precocious child named Miriam.

Restaurant critic, Ruth Riechl, sees her mother for the first time after her death.

A Thousand Splendid Suns follows the lives of two extraordinary women living in Taliban controlled Afghanistan as they fight to live, finding comfort only in one another.

In her novel, Miriam Toews creates characters who deal with mental illness, teenage angst and parenting as they drive across America in search of a family member.

Miriam Makeba, Mamma Africa, lived in enforced exile for 31 years. Since her return to South Africa in 1990 she has become known as an unstoppable great- grandmother.

Canadian author Miriam Toews' much awaited book, The Flying Troutmans, offers a wild ride through character development and so much more.

English novelist Dorothy Richardson, and the "stream of consciousness" technique she developed and championed, are suffering from neglect.

This is a deceptively simple novella, full of realistic characters with interesting dilemmas. It is a love story with a massive memorable twist.

Real life rivals Bette Davis and Miriam Hopkins starred in Old Acquaintances, a 1943 movie about friendship and rivalry between novelists in sophisticated New York.

If you are interested in collecting costume jewelry, Judith Miller's book Costume Jewelry is highly recommended. The photography is stunning, the text is informative.

The classic story 'Miss Suzy' lends itself to creative writing and art projects. Kindergarten and first grade students will enjoy this book and these lesson ideas.

Following the success of the original Daring Book for Girls, Buchanan and Peskowitz have produced a version with additional information for Australian girls.

Many of Texas' depression-era politicians were leery of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal paternalism, but the statewide need was too great not to accept federal funds.

Daniel Webster (1782-1852) never forgot the court case in which, confronted by four Rollins noses, he broke out in uncontrollable laughter and angered the prosecution.

Regular breast checks are vital in preventing breast cancer but according to surveys only a small number of women self-examine theirs. Here's how to check your breasts.

Andrea Buchanan & Miriam Peskowitz offer fun activities, interesting information and fascinating reading in this essential guide for modern girls aged eight and up

The V&A is offering many exciting shows during autumn 2009, including French porcelain, fashion and design, book illustration, performance photography and architecture.

A Saturday morning 'must' on national radio, "Let's Pretend" ran from 1934 to 1954, thrilling children of all ages with its stories and fairy tales.

Cultural activity in Port Elizabeth, aka PE, has boomed in the run-up to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. PE is now an up-and-coming Indian Ocean cruise destination.

Rediscover nature this spring and get children involved in planting a wild flower mix, such as 'Farmer's Nightmare', to create a small meadow in an English garden.

Swingtown characters explores the freedom and pitfalls of open marriage and swinging between partners among married couples. The soap-like drama airs on CBS Network TV.

They came full of hope on bicycles, on foot, in pushchairs and they crammed 15,000-strong into Sydney's Martin Place to beg Australia's leaders for climate change action.

Mary? Madison? Magdalena? Here are some beautiful names that start with the letter M.

Incorporate a little of Voodoo in your next New Orleans vacation. Use this travel guide to find museums, temples and tours in the Big Easy.

Based on Jewish folklore The Golem of 1920 was part of the German Expressionist movement that revolutionized the Horror genre and film-making across the West.

Looking for a Biblical name that isn't too popular or trendy? Here are some choices.

Christmas one-act operas: Menotti's Amahl and the Night Visitors and Bridge's The Christmas Rose: opera plot synopsis, character description and other opera information.

Egyptian revival accessories are fun, timeless, and stylish. Here are some tips to help you identify and buy these unique pieces.

Paleontologists, climatologists, and geologists work to piece together the fragments of the world's climate history by drilling for ancient fossils.

Having perfection as the only definition of success may be a sign of unresolved anxieties that hinder the ability to cope with the inevitable ups and downs of life.

Acts of bravery and heroism can be honoured in a number of ways. The Air Medal is one such example. Here is the story of one recipient, Clyde Cosper.

Brief biography of the playwright Georg Büchner and discussion of the play Woyzeck, which was unfinished at the time of his death.

The Print Revolution begun in the 1450s provided Reformation leaders of the 16th century with tools to rapidly convey messages easily understood through mass propaganda.

Family Bible records are among the most prized records sought by genealogists. They often link three to five generations. Here are records from a Bacon family Bible.

Victorian sensibilities were offended by the crime. That didn't stop their fascination with the perpetrators.

Capitalizing on their reputation for eyecatching and blinged-out red carpet gowns, Badgley Mischka will soon launch an over-the-top line of costume jewelry.

Baz Lurhmann brings his postmodern skills to a high-speed high-gloss Shakespeare tragedy in Romeo + Juliet

Despite Bobby being a central figure, this film is really about ordinary people whose lives were touched momentarily, by an extraordinary man.

Ed Benedict, who designed and animated many of Hanna-Barbera's early cartoons, passed away in his sleep on August 28.

Butterfly World is an innovotive conservation project soon to open in the UK, an attraction designed to teach the public and be a self-supporting research centre.

After the substance was found in several brands of baby formula, the FDA has set a safe level of melamine consumption in formula.

A look at the fiction and nonfiction winners of the Governor General Awards, from 2000-2008.

According to 50states.com, the earliest inhabitants of Maine were descendants of Ice Age Hunters. The women who came along with them had to be strong.

Timeless advice, recipes and tips for creating and keeping a home the "old-fashioned" way.

Terrence McNally is known for Kiss of the Spider Woman, Ragtime, The Full Monty, Frankie and Johnny, Love! Valour! Compassion! and Master Class but what's next?

From 14th July until the 18 October 2009, the V&A offers an exciting exhibition of limited edition pieces that push the boundaries between art and design.

The bad economy means it's a good time to invest in buying artwork. While art auction houses are feeling the economic crunch, it means it's a great time support the arts.

Full details of the most coveted literary prize for women, including the longlist for 2009, the judges and the history of the award itself.