Marcus Richardson (97 results)

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. What happens when freedom of expression comes under threat? In frank and wide-ranging interviews, historian and critic Leonard S. Marcus probes the experience of thirteen leading authors of books for young people. A powerful photo essay on transgender teens is called anti-religious and anti-family. A meticulously researched primer on sex education stirs up accusations of pornography and child abuse. Picture books about two mommies (or two penguin daddies) set off a hue and cry. Two hugely popular children's series run afoul of would-be censors, one for its scatological humor, the other because it's deemed too scary. Kids' books that touch on race, sex, LGBTQ matters, the occult, "coarse language," and more have found themselves under the scrutiny of those who challenge First Amendment rights. Tune in as thirteen top children's and young adult authors speak out about what it's like to have your work banned or challenged in America today. Prompted by Leonard S. Marcus's insightful questions, they discuss why their books have faced censorship--both blatant and "soft"--how the challenges have or haven't affected their writing, and why some people feel they have the right to deny access to books. In addition, Leonard S. Marcus puts First Amendment challenges in a historical context and takes a promising look at the vibrant support network that has risen up to protect and defend young people's rights. Authors interviewed include: Matt de la Peña Robie H. Harris Susan Kuklin David Levithan Meg Medina Lesléa Newman Katherine Paterson Dav Pilkey Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell Sonya Sones R. L. Stine Angie Thomas.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. What happens when freedom of expression comes under threat? In frank and wide-ranging interviews, historian and critic Leonard S. Marcus probes the experience of thirteen leading authors of books for young people. A powerful photo essay on transgender teens is called anti-religious and anti-family. A meticulously researched primer on sex education stirs up accusations of pornography and child abuse. Picture books about two mommies (or two penguin daddies) set off a hue and cry. Two hugely popular children's series run afoul of would-be censors, one for its scatological humor, the other because it's deemed too scary. Kids' books that touch on race, sex, LGBTQ matters, the occult, "coarse language," and more have found themselves under the scrutiny of those who challenge First Amendment rights. Tune in as thirteen top children's and young adult authors speak out about what it's like to have your work banned or challenged in America today. Prompted by Leonard S. Marcus's insightful questions, they discuss why their books have faced censorship--both blatant and "soft"--how the challenges have or haven't affected their writing, and why some people feel they have the right to deny access to books. In addition, Leonard S. Marcus puts First Amendment challenges in a historical context and takes a promising look at the vibrant support network that has risen up to protect and defend young people's rights. Authors interviewed include: Matt de la Peña Robie H. Harris Susan Kuklin David Levithan Meg Medina Lesléa Newman Katherine Paterson Dav Pilkey Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell Sonya Sones R. L. Stine Angie Thomas.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. What happens when freedom of expression comes under threat? In frank and wide-ranging interviews, historian and critic Leonard S. Marcus probes the experience of thirteen leading authors of books for young people. A powerful photo essay on transgender teens is called anti-religious and anti-family. A meticulously researched primer on sex education stirs up accusations of pornography and child abuse. Picture books about two mommies (or two penguin daddies) set off a hue and cry. Two hugely popular children's series run afoul of would-be censors, one for its scatological humor, the other because it's deemed too scary. Kids' books that touch on race, sex, LGBTQ matters, the occult, "coarse language," and more have found themselves under the scrutiny of those who challenge First Amendment rights. Tune in as thirteen top children's and young adult authors speak out about what it's like to have your work banned or challenged in America today. Prompted by Leonard S. Marcus's insightful questions, they discuss why their books have faced censorship--both blatant and "soft"--how the challenges have or haven't affected their writing, and why some people feel they have the right to deny access to books. In addition, Leonard S. Marcus puts First Amendment challenges in a historical context and takes a promising look at the vibrant support network that has risen up to protect and defend young people's rights. Authors interviewed include: Matt de la Peña Robie H. Harris Susan Kuklin David Levithan Meg Medina Lesléa Newman Katherine Paterson Dav Pilkey Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell Sonya Sones R. L. Stine Angie Thomas.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. What happens when freedom of expression comes under threat? In frank and wide-ranging interviews, historian and critic Leonard S. Marcus probes the experience of thirteen leading authors of books for young people. A powerful photo essay on transgender teens is called anti-religious and anti-family. A meticulously researched primer on sex education stirs up accusations of pornography and child abuse. Picture books about two mommies (or two penguin daddies) set off a hue and cry. Two hugely popular children's series run afoul of would-be censors, one for its scatological humor, the other because it's deemed too scary. Kids' books that touch on race, sex, LGBTQ matters, the occult, "coarse language," and more have found themselves under the scrutiny of those who challenge First Amendment rights. Tune in as thirteen top children's and young adult authors speak out about what it's like to have your work banned or challenged in America today. Prompted by Leonard S. Marcus's insightful questions, they discuss why their books have faced censorship--both blatant and "soft"--how the challenges have or haven't affected their writing, and why some people feel they have the right to deny access to books. In addition, Leonard S. Marcus puts First Amendment challenges in a historical context and takes a promising look at the vibrant support network that has risen up to protect and defend young people's rights. Authors interviewed include: Matt de la Peña Robie H. Harris Susan Kuklin David Levithan Meg Medina Lesléa Newman Katherine Paterson Dav Pilkey Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell Sonya Sones R. L. Stine Angie Thomas.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Soft Cover. Condition: vg. 80 pages; contents clean; color photos & illustrations; binding solid; 5" x 5.5" tall. Wayne Ford, Paul Richardson, & Sally Launder (illustrator). Paperback.

Trade Paperback. Condition: Near Fine. Not Stated Appears to be First Edition. A stock image [photo] is an accurate representation of the listed book's cover design . Covers clean, colors bright, no reading creases at spine, minor edge wear. Pages [367] clean, unmarked, binding tight and square. Top corners of about the first 1/3 of cover and pages lightly curled upwards. Originally published at $15.95 U.S. All books are in my smoke free & climate controlled shop and will have qualities and/or flaws described. Domestic & international shipping includes tracking information. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: no jacket present. This paperback edition of "Solar Storm: Book 4" is in used condition, with visible signs of wear typical of an ex-library book. The cover shows some shelf wear, and there are library stickers present. The binding remains intact, ensuring readability. No dust jacket is included, and there are no author signatures or inscriptions. …

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: no dust jacket (paperback). This paperback edition of "Solar Storm: Book 2" is in good condition. The cover shows minimal wear, and the binding remains strong. There are no inscriptions, signatures, or library markings present. The pages are clean and unmarked, making this a well-preserved copy suitable for both collectors and readers.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: Good. This paperback edition of "Solar Storm: Book 3" is in good condition, with a clean cover and intact spine. There are no inscriptions, signatures, or ex-library markings. The absence of a dust jacket is standard for this format. Overall, the book is well-preserved, with minimal wear. no dust jacket present (paperback).…

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Paperback--excellent condition.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. William G. Gray was a real magician, a kind of primeval spirit who worked his magic as an extension of the Life Force, not as a sop to ego. He reeked of psychism like he often reeked of incense, could give you the uncomfortable feeling that he could see right through you and beyond, and had been to places in spirit that we could scarcely imagine. Many of the books on magic and the Qabalah which appear today owe a huge if unrecognised debt to his pioneering writing. If there is anything evolutionary about the current urge to work with harmonic energies within the Earth and ourselves - whether through green eco-movements, the Celtic Revival or the Wiccan arts - then it is due in no small degree to the work that was done by an old bastard who lived near the bus station in a town in Gloucestershire. Bill Gray met and worked with many of the most important figures in the British esoteric scene. His boyhood meetings with Dion Fortune and Aleister Crowley are described here in his own words, along with his personal recollections of working magic with Pat Crowther, Doreen Valiente, Ronald Heaver, Robert Cochrane and many others.This lively, entertaining and authoritative biography tells the story of how a difficult, psychic child grew into a powerful adept who challenged established and stagnating traditions within paganism, magic and Qabalah alike, and revitalised them from within - often falling out with those he worked with but maintaining their affection and respect. Generously illustrated with photographs, many never published before, the book also includes contributions by R.J. Stewart, Gareth Knight, Evan John Jones, Marcia Pickands and Jacobus Swart, plus, of course, W.G. Gray himself.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Pages unmarked, modest wear.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 218 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.55 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 240 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.60 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 242 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.61 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 240 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.60 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 312 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.78 inches. In Stock.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 96 pages. Penny Feeny "Emily, Leaving" / Kefi Chadwick "Cheers, Thanks, Bye" / Helen Marcus "Taking Turns At Hopscotch" / Elizabeth Howkins "Whiz Wit" / Heather Richardson "Pain Control" / Vanessa Gebbie "The Wool Jacket" / Gaye Jee "A Break With Tradition" / Peggy Duffy "The Girl At The Side Of The Road" / Sheila Adamson "Unspoken" / Carolyn Warson "The Standstill" / Blair Hurley "Shells" / Terrie Czechpwski *Mrs Misaki's Eyes" / Diana Hannon Forrester "Claudia Jarvis Comes Home" / Joanna Lilley "Machair" (SL#85).…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 334 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.76 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New. pp. 376 1:B&W 5.5 x 8.5 in or 216 x 140 mm (Demy 8vo) Perfect Bound on Creme w/Gloss Lam.

Condition: New. pp. 376.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 376 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.95 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New.