Andrew Smith Livres

Exploring the intersection of faith and social justice, this collection of poems serves as a powerful response to the rise of Christocratic nationalism in the author's homeland of Tenasi. The work reflects a journey of religious deconstruction, infused with themes of grief, hope, and liberation. With a passionate voice and deep vulnerability, the author critiques the mainstream church's complicity in various forms of oppression, inviting readers to confront uncomfortable truths about faith and identity. This collection is a call to witness and embrace a more inclusive spirituality.

In this delightful sequel, Sam Abernathy embarks on a journey of self-discovery as he prepares to leave home for the first time. The story explores themes of growth, identity, and the challenges of stepping into the unknown, all woven with Andrew Smith's signature wit and insight. As Sam navigates his new experiences, readers can expect a heartfelt narrative that captures the essence of adolescence and the complexities of finding one's place in the world.

Sixteen-year-old Jack, after a drunken incident, is kidnapped but manages to escape. He confides in his best friend Conner. During their summer in London, Jack receives glasses that reveal a war-torn world called Marbury, where he must protect two boys while Conner tries to harm them. Jack also grapples with his feelings for an English girl.

The book chronicles the rich history of professional hockey in Indianapolis, highlighting the city's eight teams across various leagues since 1939 and their impressive record of seven championship cups. It emphasizes notable players, including Wayne Gretzky, who began his career with the Indianapolis Racers. The narrative spans from the mid-century Capitals to the modern Indianapolis Ice, showcasing the evolution of the sport and its impact on the local community. This history reflects the passion for hockey that has thrived in the Circle City.

Ryan Dean finds himself as the rugby team's new captain and stand-off - the position once played by his friend, Joey. Somehow he's inherited as his room-mate Sam Abernathy, a twelve-year-old cooking whiz with extreme claustrophobia and a crush on Annie Altman, Ryan Dean's girlfriend. And Ryan Dean has his own problems too.

Focusing on the intersection of consumer behavior and modern technology, this textbook addresses the challenges posed by Big Data, machine learning, and artificial intelligence in marketing. It offers a comprehensive review of essential issues, research, and concepts, making it a vital resource for understanding consumer behavior in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. The second edition updates key insights to help navigate the complexities of contemporary marketing strategies.

An illuminating exploration of early Southern African hunters and herders.

Outlining the history and ways of reading Gothic literature, this revised edition includes a chapter on Contemporary Gothic which explores the Gothic of the early twentieth century and looks at new critical developments. It features an updated Bibliography of critical sources and a revised Chronology.

A boy who spent three days trapped in a well tries to overcome his PTSD and claustrophobia so he can fulfill his dream of becoming a famous chef in Andrew Smith’s first middle grade novel. When he was four years old, Sam Abernathy was trapped at the bottom of a well for three days, where he was teased by a smart-aleck armadillo named Bartleby. Since then, his parents plan every move he makes. But Sam doesn’t like their plans. He doesn’t want to go to MIT. And he doesn’t want to skip two grades, being stuck in the eighth grade as an eleven-year-old with James Jenkins, the boy he’s sure pushed him into the well in the first place. He wants to be a chef. And he’s going to start by entering the first annual Blue Creek Days Colonel Jenkins Macaroni and Cheese Cook-Off. That is, if he can survive eighth grade, and figure out the size of the truth that has slipped Sam’s memory for seven years.

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