Jean Béliveau

The third best Hull

Dennis Hull, Robert Thompson

This autobiography by Dennis Hull, co-written with Robert Thompson, chronicles the author's journey from his early days in hockey to his successful NHL career, focusing on his experiences as a player and brother to hockey legend Bobby Hull. Hull shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of professional hockey, offering a personal perspective on the sport's evolution and his place within it. The book provides a candid look at the life of a notable hockey player, detailing his relationships and the impact of the game on his life.

The game

Ken Dryden

Ken Dryden's "The Game" offers an intimate look at the 1970s Montreal Canadiens dynasty from the perspective of their star goaltender. Through Dryden's insightful prose, readers experience the pressures of professional hockey, the dynamics of a legendary team, and the personal journey of a player navigating fame and introspection. The memoir delves into the camaraderie, rivalries, and the sheer dedication required to achieve unparalleled success in the National Hockey League.

A Season of Loss, a Lifetime of Forgiveness

John Manasso

This memoir chronicles the devastating loss of a teenage son in a drunk driving accident and the subsequent, arduous journey of the author, John Manasso, towards forgiveness. Manasso recounts the profound grief and anger he experienced, particularly directed at the hockey player whose reckless driving caused the tragedy. Through years of reflection and personal growth, he grapples with the complexities of blame, justice, and ultimately, the transformative power of choosing forgiveness over enduring bitterness.

Hockey superstars

James Duplacey

Presents a brief look at some of the hockey superstars who have scored 1000 goals in their careers, including Gordie Howe, Mark Messier, Denis Potvin, Darryl Sittler, and Wayne Gretzky.

Hockey the NHL Way

Sean Rossiter, Paul Carson

This book offers young readers an inside look at the fundamental skills and strategies of professional ice hockey. It breaks down key positions like goaltending and defense, explaining the techniques and tactics used by NHL players. Through clear explanations and likely illustrations, it aims to educate aspiring players and fans on how the game is played at its highest level.

Committed

Elizabeth Gilbert

De Amerikaanse schrijfster gebruikt de tijd die ze nodig heeft voor het legaliseren van haar relatie met een knappe Braziliaan om meer inzicht te krijgen in het instituut huwelijk.

Brain on fire

Susannah Cahalan

In *Brain on Fire*, Susannah Cahalan recounts her bewildering descent into a rare autoimmune disease that attacked her frontal lobes and limbic system, leading to a terrifying period of psychosis and seizures. The book details her family's desperate search for answers amidst numerous diagnostic errors, ultimately highlighting the critical role of recognizing and treating such neurological conditions. Cahalan's personal case study offers a compelling insight into the challenges faced by patients and medical professionals when confronted with obscure brain disorders.

The Artist's Way: 30th Anniversary Edition

Julia Cameron (Author) Format: Paperback

"Without The Artist's Way, there would have been no Eat, Pray, Love.” —Elizabeth Gilbert A stunning gift edition of the powerful bestselling book on creativity. The Artist’s Way is one of the bestselling gift books of all time. Beautifully packaged with a slipcase and ribbon, this tenth anniversary gift edition is the ideal gift for loved ones engaged in creative lives.

The madwoman in the Volvo

Sandra Tsing Loh

In ancient times, tribal women went alone to caves during menopause. Today, the 50 million menopausal women in America turn to cheery self-help books. As for Loh and her female friends, they are determined not to go quietly into their sixth decade, but instead opt for a desert festival of debauchery and half-nude stoners. Based on her acclaimed memoir of the same title that Booklist calls 'hilarious, comforting and enlightening', Loh's play is a hilarious, provocative, often moving consideration of what it is to be a woman in a society that values and reveres youth.