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History's Most Memorable Dying Remarks, Deathbed Statements and Final Farewells

Immortal Last Wordsis a fascinating, diverse collection of history’s most uplifting, entertaining and thought-provoking dying remarks and final farewells.

The 370 entries in this book have been drawn from some of history’s greatest statesmen, poets, scientists, novelists and warriors – the eminent men and women who have shaped events over the last four and a half millennia and whose final recorded words have often inspired great deeds or shed light on the nature of the human condition. There are also entries from less well- known individuals who did not make such an impact on history but whose dying words are equally noteworthy as they encapsulate the spirit of the times or simply reflect the character of the speaker. And finally, the pages of this book contain the last words of some of the most ignoble personalities in history – the monsters and maniacs whose final defiant utterances prompt us to reflect on the nature of evil and man’s inhumanity to man.

Arranged chronologically from antiquity to the present day, each entry is accompanied by contextual information giving a brief biography of the author and an explanation of the circumstances that gave rise to the quotation. Some of the sentiments expressed are unbelievably sad while others are optimistic; some final words have become famous while others have remained obscure, but all reflect the follies and greatness of mankind – its heroes and villains, war and peace and the absolute power of language to change our feelings and challenge our minds.

Sample entries include:
Buddha - ‘Strive for your own liberation with diligence’
Vespasian - ‘Dear me, I believe I am becoming a god’
Thomas Hobbes - ‘I am about to take my last voyage, a great leap in the dark’
Robespierre - ‘Death is the commencement of immortality!’
George Washington -‘Tis well’
John Keats - ‘Here lies one whose name was writ in water’
John Maynard Keynes -‘I should have drunk more champagne’
Salvador Dalí - ‘I do not believe in my death’
Keith Floyd - ‘I’ve not felt this well for ages’

Immortal Last Words

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Tanaz Bhathena

Florida

In this debut novel set in Saudi Arabia, where the law forbids romantic relationships outside of marriage, two teens fall in love with tragic consequences. "Unlike any YA book I've ever readEfascinating and disturbing."--#1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Jodi Picoult.

A Girl Like That

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Patrick Swayze

Lisa Niemi Swayze

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

New York

Veteran actor Swayze recounts much more than his struggle with stage IV pancreatic cancer. In vivid detail, he describes his Texas upbringing, his personal struggles, his commercial success, and the soul mate who's stood by his side through it all: his wife, writer and director Lisa Niemi.

The Time of My Life

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Linda Francis Lee

Alabama

Losing her beloved husband in a tragic accident only to be informed that she is losing her comfortable Upper West Side home, Emily learns disturbing truths about her late husband's true character and embarks on a journey for answers in the company of a scruffy little dog. (This title is being re-listed in Forecast.) 75,000 first printing.

Emily and Einstein

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Corey Ann Haydu

South Carolina

In an alternate Brooklyn, New York, Lorna flirts with the idea of love despite the fact that any boy a Devonairre Street girl falls in love with is destined to die.

The Careful Undressing of Love

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A Riveting Novel of Suspense

The masterful storytelling and nail-biting suspense that are trademarks of beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels combine in this thrilling standalone novel, as a star Manhattan chef must uncover his family's past to protect their lives-and his own. Perfect for fans of Nora Roberts and Rachel Caine . . .

Mateo Castillo is a rising star chef on the Manhattan culinary scene. But just as he's about to reap the rewards of his skill and hard work by being featured on a major TV cooking competition, Mateo collapses in his restaurant's kitchen-and regains consciousness in a hospital emergency room.

If it weren't for a security guard finding him in time, Mateo would have bled to death. The cause of his sudden illness is as mysterious as it is worrying, and Mateo and his family undergo a battery of genetic tests. Yet the answers that start to emerge only raise more questions.

Mateo's parents fled their home in Colombia many years ago, seeking refuge from the infamous cartels. Now the test results threaten to uncover a dark secret that exposes his family to dangers from the past-while clouding the investigation into who is trying to hurt Mateo in the present . . .

On the Line

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Jaye Robin Brown

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“An evocative story of the thrills of first love and the anguish of first loss. This will break you and heal you.”—Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’ Not to be missed by fans of Nina LaCour and Becky Albertalli, this powerful novel—from the acclaimed author of Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit—paints a poignant portrait of love in the past, grief in the now, and the healing power of art. Before: Jess has always struggled with the fire inside her. But when she meets Vivi, everything changes. As they fall for each other, Vivi helps Jess deal with her anger and pain and encourages her to embrace her artistic talent. And suddenly Jess’s future is a blank canvas, filled with possibilities. After: When Vivi unexpectedly dies, Jess’s perfect world is erased. As she spirals out of control, Jess pushes away everyone around her and throws out her plans for art school. Because art is Vivi and Vivi is gone forever. Right when Jess feels at her lowest, she makes a surprising friend who just might be able to show her a new way to channel her rage, passion, and creativity. But will Jess ever be able to forge a new path for herself without Vivi? A beautiful exploration of first love and first loss, this novel effortlessly weaves together past and present to tell a profound story about how you can become whole again when it seems like you’ve lost the most important part of yourself.

The Meaning of Birds

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New Hampshire

A Novel

When Laurel starts writing letters to dead people for a school assignment, she begins to spill about her sister's mysterious death, her mother's departure from the family, her new friends, and her first love.

Love Letters to the Dead

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#hardcover #memoirs #life #death #peace #war #benjaminbusch #compelling #historicalfiction #fiction Tim O’Brien meets Annie Dillard in this remarkable memoir by debut author Benjamin Busch. Much more than a war memoir, Dust to Dust brilliantly explores the passage through a lifetime—a moving meditation on life and death, the adventures of childhood and revelations of adulthood. Seemingly ordinary things take on a breathtaking radiance when examined by this decorated Marine officer—veteran of two combat tours in Iraq—actor on the hit HBO series The Wire, and son of acclaimed novelist Frederick Busch. Above all, Benjamin Busch is a truly extraordinary new literary talent as evidenced by his exemplary debut, Dust to Dust—an original, emotionally powerful, and surprisingly refreshing take on an American soldier’s story

Georgia

A Memoir

Dust to Dust

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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Texas

Bible Study in the Word

False Teachers and The Sin Unto Death

Elizabeth Lowell

This is a full size hardcover suspense novel.

Wisconsin

Risa Sheridan knows everything there is to know about gold-its history, its secrets, its allure, its perils. Her boss, Shane Tannahill, is addicted to the stuff, having already made the precious metal the theme of his ultrasuccessful Las Vegas gambling establishment, the Golden Fleece. Now an ancient Celtic piece is being offered to Shane for his collection, and the casino owner is hooked. But though she shares Shane's enthusiasm, Risa is wary -- because something about this particular artifact is troubling; something about it says "stay away." It is a voice that should be heeded but is not. And the artifact is placing them at the center of an insidious plot in the mad whirl and blinding glitter of Las Vegas. A remarkable novel of exhilarating thrills and passion, with unexpected twists and turns that will leave you breathless, Running Scared is another priceless example of why Elizabeth Lowell is the gold standard in contemporary suspense fiction.

Running Scared

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Jessica Warman

In amazing condition. Has color a change on pages.

South Dakota

Elizabeth Valchar-pretty, popular, perfect- wakes up after spending her eighteenth birthday party on her family's yacht to investigate a thumping noise. What she finds will change everything she thought she knew about her life, her friends, and everything in between. As Liz begins to unravel the circumstances surrounding her birthday night, she will find that no one around her, least of all Liz herself, was perfect-or innocent.

Between

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God's Eight Messages of Assurance to a Grieving Father

When Al Hallene discovered his son's lifeless body, he felt as though his own life had ended with Alex's. But in the ten minutes between finding his son and the arrival of the authorities, Hallene was blessed with eight spiritual messages and with the realization that his life was not over--and neither was Alex's.

The Hope of Heaven

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Marc Kornblatt

While spending the summer at his grandmother's Indiana home, ten-year-old Henry Stone gets help from a new friend in coping with the recent death of his grandfather and the possibility of his parents getting divorced.

Izzy's Place

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Naked in Death: THE FIRST NOVEL IN J. D. ROBB’S #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING IN DEATH SERIES

In the year 2058, technology completely rules the world. But for New York City Detective Eve Dallas, one irresistible impulse still rules the heart: passion…

Devoted in Death: In this crime thriller in the #1 New York Times bestselling series, Lieutenant Eve Dallas tracks a pair of Bonnie and Clyde copycats whose heated passion for each other is fueled by cold brutality.

J.D. Robb 2 Book Death Series Bundle

Utah

Pemberley is thrown into chaos after Elizabeth Bennett's disgraced sister Lydia arrives and announces that her husband Wickham has been murdered.

Death Comes to Pemberley

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James Frey

Nils Johnson-Shelton

The New York Times bestseller and international multimedia phenomenon! In each generation, for thousands of years, twelve Players have been ready. But they never thought Endgame would happen. Until now. Omaha, Nebraska. Sarah Alopay stands at her graduation ceremony—class valedictorian, star athlete, a full life on the horizon. But when a meteor strikes the school, she survives. Because she is the Cahokian Player. Endgame has begun. Juliaca, Peru. At the same moment, thousands of miles away, another meteor strikes. But Jago Tlaloc is safe. He has a secret, and his secret makes him brave. Strong. Certain. He is the Olmec Player. He's ready. Ready for Endgame. Across the globe, twelve meteors slam into Earth. Cities burn. But Sarah and Jago and the ten others Players know the truth. The meteors carry a message. The Players have been summoned to The Calling. And now they must fight one another in order to survive. All but one will fail. But that one will save the world. This is Endgame.

Endgame: the Calling

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Bryan Mellonie

The Beautiful Way to Explain Death to Children

When the death of a relative, a friend, or a pet happens or is about to happen . . . how can we help a child to understand?
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Lifetimes is a moving book for children of all ages, even parents too. It lets us explain life and death in a sensitive, caring, beautiful way. Lifetimes tells us about beginnings. And about endings. And about living in between. With large, wonderful illustrations, it tells about plants. About animals. About people. It tells that dying is as much a part of living as being born. It helps us to remember. It helps us to understand.
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Lifetimes . . . a very special, very important book for you and your child. The book that explains--beautifully--that all living things have their own special Lifetimes.

Lifetimes

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Derek Bryce

A Celtic Book of the Dead

A collection of unusual tales of death, dying and the Celtic cult of the dead, this text includes first hand reports of psychic phenomena as well as narratives passed from generation to generation and spread throughout Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall and the Isle of Man.

Celtic Legends of the Beyond

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Holly Goldberg Sloan

California

Twelve-year-old genius and outsider Willow Chance must figure out how to connect with other people and find a surrogate family for herself after her parents are killed in a car accident.

Counting By 7s

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Kathe Wunnenberg

A helpful book for a very sad occasion. This one is Like New. There is no writing in it, and the pages are fresh and clean. 

Alaska

A Devotional for Comfort in the Loss of Your Unborn or Newly Born Child





When the anticipation of your child's birth turns into the grief of miscarriage, tubal pregnancy, stillbirth, or early infant death, no words can ease your loss. But there is strength and encouragement in the wisdom of others who have been there and found that God's comfort is real. Grieving the Child I Never Knew is a warm, encouraging, and truly helpful devotional for anyone experiencing the terrible loss of a baby.

Author Kathe Wunnenberg knows the deep anguish of losing a child, having experienced three miscarriages and the death of an infant son. Grieving the Child I Never Knew is a 31-day devotional to help mothers:

 * Grieve honestly and well
 * Process gentle questions and insights from others
 * Cultivate a healing journey that works for them

Each devotion includes:

 * Scripture passage and prayer
 * Steps Toward Healing questions
 * Space for journaling
 * Readings for holidays and special occasions

Grieving the Child I Never Knew is a wise and tender companion for mothers whose hearts have been broken--mothers whose dreams have been shattered and who wonder how to go on.

Grieving the Child I Never Knew

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Annette Bley

A heartfelt tale of a little girl who must deal with the death of her grandfather. 
The book is in great condition. No marks, tears, or damage of any kind. 

And What Comes after a Thousand?

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Laurie Faria Stolarz

Ohio

When someone starts stalking high school junior Camelia, everyone at school assumes that it is Ben, who is new at school and rumored to have killed his previous girlfriend, but Camelia is inexplicably drawn to him nevertheless.

Deadly Little Secret

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Terry Breverton

Immortal Last Words

Tanaz Bhathena

A Girl Like That

Patrick Swayze; Lisa Niemi Swayze

The Time of My Life

Linda Francis Lee

Emily and Einstein

Corey Ann Haydu

The Careful Undressing of Love

Fern Michaels

On the Line

Jaye Robin Brown

The Meaning of Birds

Ava Dellaira

Love Letters to the Dead

Benjamin Busch

Dust to Dust

Milton Green

False Teachers and The Sin Unto Death

Elizabeth Lowell

Running Scared

Jessica Warman

Between

Alan M. Hallene; Erin Keeley Marshall (As told to)

The Hope of Heaven

Marc Kornblatt

Izzy's Place

J.D. Robb

J.D. Robb 2 Book Death Series Bundle

P. D. James

Death Comes to Pemberley

James Frey; Nils Johnson-Shelton

Endgame: the Calling

Bryan Mellonie

Lifetimes

Derek Bryce

Celtic Legends of the Beyond

Holly Goldberg Sloan

Counting By 7s

Kathe Wunnenberg

Grieving the Child I Never Knew

Annette Bley

And What Comes after a Thousand?

Laurie Faria Stolarz

Deadly Little Secret

P. D. James

Death Comes to Pemberley