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Janet paisley, poet, novelist and activist for the. In 2001, janet paisley s short film long haul won a bafta nomination. Janet paisley s oeuvre includes five poetry collections, two of short fiction, a novella and numerous plays, radio, tv and film scripts. White rose rebel by janet paisley 2008, hardcover for sale. Inspired by first century ad warrior women, janet paisley s warrior daughter is a gripping adventure about one young womans struggle to survive in the harsh celtic wilderness. Her poetry and stories have been translated into seven languages and are widely anthologized. Janet paisley is the author of five poetry collections, two of short fiction, a novella and numerous plays, radio, tv and film scripts. Books about jacobite rebellion 1745 1746 what should i read next register for free to build your own book lists. Marriage, a teaching career, the birth of seven sons, the death of one, and divorce followed. Anne farquharson, a tempestuous and independentminded daughter of scotland, is elated when the jacobites rebel in 1745, fighting to regain the stuart. White rose rebel tells the riveting and turbulent story of the his. Janet paisleys most popular book is white rose rebel.
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