Books with author David L. Matthews

From insidious murder weapons to blaze-igniting crinolines, clothing has been the cause of death, disease and madness throughout history, by accident and design. Clothing is designed to protect, shield and comfort us, yet lurking amongst seemingly innocuous garments we find hats laced with mercury, frocks laden with arsenic and literally 'drop-dead gorgeous' gowns. Fabulously gory and gruesome, Fashion Victims takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the lethal history of women's, men's and children's dress, in myth and reality. Drawing upon surviving fashion objects and numerous visual and textual sources, encompassing louse-ridden military uniforms, accounts of the fiery deaths of Oscar Wilde's half-sisters and dancer Isadora Duncan's accidental strangulation by entangled scarf; the book explores how garments have tormented those who made and wore them, and harmed animals and the environment in the process. Vividly chronicling evidence from Greek mythology to the present day, Matthews David puts everyday apparel under the microscope and unpicks the dark side of fashion. Fashion Victims is lavishly illustrated with over 125 images and is a remarkable resource for everyone from scholars and students to fashion enthusiasts.

The city of Wyvern’s Rest has fallen…◆ Episode I: The Weave of FateThe former “Jewel of the Highlands” is now a ghost of its former glory. Those with the means to escape have already fled the city. Those lacking remain, condemned to bury their sorrow while the walls crumble around them. Lawlessness and poverty have overtaken the streets, and as the days grow longer, the shadows of the abandoned Outer Quarter loom ever darker.Ava spends her days tethered to her prison, the belly of an old, stone inn, overlooking the docks and the familiar seaside market. She leans on her friends for innocent laughter and talk of unimportant things. Every day, the tavern fills with the hopes and dreams of those fleeing for brighter horizons, and every day, Ava watches them leave with the simplest wish — to join them. Little does she know, her fate is woven to an enormous, crimson carriage. It creaks through the shadow of a forgotten morning, altering the course of Wyvern’s Rest forever. The odd-shaped man who emerges carries two simple things: an old, leather satchel and a sinister secret. Will he free Ava from her prison...or forever seal her tomb? Dragon-Touched - Season OneBook One - The Weave of FateBook Two - Ageless FuryThe Mists of Kel Doran is a serialized, epic fantasy series. The Weave of Fate is the first book in the Dragon-Touched Season. If you're new to the series, you've come to the right place!The Mists of Kel Doran Series puts a 'digital age' spin on a traditional problem, immersing yourself in an epic, fantasy world without the epic, tome-sized dilemma. With deep world-building, engaging plots, and intense, regular, binge-worthy installments, the time for serial, epic fantasy has arrived. Now, if you're ready...enter the mist. How 'Mists' is different:Tight, action-packed 'episodes,' woven together to form an epic, immersive fantasy series.Compact, intense novels that can be consumed over a weekend or during a flight.New installments released several times a year. Never wait for your favorite series!Learn more at: mistsofkeldoran.comWarning: The Mists of Kel Doran series depicts a dark time in human history. This book contains some profanity, violence, and content that may not be suitable for sensitive readers.

From insidious murder weapons to blaze-igniting crinolines, clothing has been the cause of death, disease and madness throughout history, by accident and design. Clothing is designed to protect, shield and comfort us, yet lurking amongst seemingly innocuous garments we find hats laced with mercury, frocks laden with arsenic and literally 'drop-dead gorgeous' gowns. Fabulously gory and gruesome, Fashion Victims takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the lethal history of women's, men's and children's dress, in myth and reality. Drawing upon surviving fashion objects and numerous visual and textual sources, encompassing louse-ridden military uniforms, accounts of the fiery deaths of Oscar Wilde's half-sisters and dancer Isadora Duncan's accidental strangulation by entangled scarf; the book explores how garments have tormented those who made and wore them, and harmed animals and the environment in the process. Vividly chronicling evidence from Greek mythology to the present day, Matthews David puts everyday apparel under the microscope and unpicks the dark side of fashion. Fashion Victims is lavishly illustrated with over 125 images and is a remarkable resource for everyone from scholars and students to fashion enthusiasts.

From insidious murder weapons to blaze-igniting crinolines, clothing has been the cause of death, disease and madness throughout history, by accident and design. Clothing is designed to protect, shield and comfort us, yet lurking amongst seemingly innocuous garments we find hats laced with mercury, frocks laden with arsenic and literally 'drop-dead gorgeous' gowns. Fabulously gory and gruesome, Fashion Victims takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the lethal history of women's, men's and children's dress, in myth and reality. Drawing upon surviving fashion objects and numerous visual and textual sources, encompassing louse-ridden military uniforms, accounts of the fiery deaths of Oscar Wilde's half-sisters and dancer Isadora Duncan's accidental strangulation by entangled scarf; the book explores how garments have tormented those who made and wore them, and harmed animals and the environment in the process. Vividly chronicling evidence from Greek mythology to the present day, Matthews David puts everyday apparel under the microscope and unpicks the dark side of fashion. Fashion Victims is lavishly illustrated with over 125 images and is a remarkable resource for everyone from scholars and students to fashion enthusiasts.

Within Ava, within Kel Doran - Something has awakened...◆ Episode II: Ageless FuryThe Caro Expedition is under way, but the journey will not be without peril for the mysterious warrior and those she leads. Their goal: to plunder the secrets of Valshyr, unlock its past, and search for answers within the mist.Meanwhile, in Wyvern's Rest, Ava has her freedom, but it may cost her more than she can bare. She and the other survivors are left battered and broken as tremors plague their helpless city, pushed to the brink as darkness infests the Outer Quarter.Put to the test, Ava will have to choose between her freedom and the city's survival. Which will she choose? Dragon-Touched - Season OneBook One - The Weave of FateBook Two - Ageless FuryThe Mists of Kel Doran is a serialized, epic fantasy series. Ageless Fury is the second book in the Dragon-Touched Season. If you're new to the series, please enjoy Book One: The Weave of Fate for the best reader experience!The Mists of Kel Doran Series puts a 'digital age' spin on a traditional problem, immersing yourself in an epic, fantasy world without the epic, tome-sized dilemma. With deep world-building, engaging plots, and intense, regular, binge-worthy installments, the time for serial, epic fantasy has arrived. Now, if you're ready...enter the mist. How 'Mists' is different:Tight, action-packed 'episodes,' woven together to form an epic, immersive fantasy series.Compact, intense novels that can be consumed over a weekend or during a flight.New installments released several times a year. Never wait for your favorite series!Learn more at: mistsofkeldoran.comWarning: The Mists of Kel Doran series depicts a dark time in human history. This book contains some profanity, violence, and content that may not be suitable for sensitive readers.

A compelling novel that touches upon the hardships that refugees face and their resilience in the most dire of situations, “celebrat[ing] the human spirit and inherent kindness” (School Library Journal). My story starts the day that my parents told me we must leave our adopted home forever. Because of the soldiers and the drought we barely had enough to eat and we could no longer stay to help the people in our village. The journey would be hard—to cross the mountains and get to the safety of the border and the people there who could help us. But right before we were leaving, I saw a fish in a small brown puddle and I knew I had to take it with me. Yet when I put the fish in the pot, I never realized what we would have to face. It never occurred to me to leave Fish behind. A subtle and sophisticated exploration of life, the strength of humanity, and survival in an unforgiving world, Fish is a story that will teach those who doubt that, when hope is almost extinguished, miracles can happen.ALA Notable Children's Book ChoicePublishers Weekly Best Book of the YearWinner of the Fidler Award[STAR] “Matthews allows just enough detail—and heart—to make miracles feel possible.”—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review “An amazing book.”—The Washington Post “Exciting and filled with crises and adventure… it is a story that celebrates the human spirit and inherent kindness.”—School Library Journal “Matthews is a compelling new voice.”—VOYA

Caleb Sawyer expects his senior year at Baxter High to go just as he planned. He’s a member of the football team, is active in his church, has a great job, and loves hanging out with his friends at the local diner. But then he crosses paths with Ellie Thompson, the mysterious new girl in town. Ellie has a fiery personality and a tragic past, and Caleb’s obsession with her leads them both on adventures full of opportunities and challenges.As their connection grows, Caleb must wrestle with his fears and doubts. Practicing what you preach is not always easy, and when the unthinkable happens, Caleb wonders if there is any future for him and Ellie. With the support of his parents and friends, and the unexpected help of a kindly old widow, Caleb’s faith finally comes full circle. But is there any end to the treacherous road that is his and Ellie’s relationship? Is there a future and a hope for them?

The city of Wyvern's Rest has fallen...◆ Episode I: The Weave of FateThe former "Jewel of the Highlands" is now a ghost of its former glory. Those with the means to escape have already fled the city. Those lacking remain, condemned to bury their sorrow while the walls crumble around them. Lawlessness and poverty have overtaken the streets, and as the days grow longer, the shadows of the abandoned Outer Quarter loom ever darker.Ava spends her days tethered to her prison, the belly of an old, stone inn, overlooking the docks and the familiar seaside market. She leans on her friends for innocent laughter and talk of unimportant things. Every day, the tavern fills with the hopes and dreams of those fleeing for brighter horizons, and every day, Ava watches them leave with the simplest wish -- to join them. Little does she know, her fate is woven to an enormous, crimson carriage. It creaks through the shadow of a forgotten morning, altering the course of Wyvern's Rest forever. The odd-shaped man who emerges carries two simple things: an old, leather satchel and a sinister secret. Will he free Ava from her prison...or forever seal her tomb? Dragon-Touched - Season OneBook One - The Weave of FateBook Two - Ageless FuryThe Mists of Kel Doran is a serialized, epic fantasy series. The Weave of Fate is the first book in the Dragon-Touched Season. If you're new to the series, you've come to the right place!The Mists of Kel Doran Series puts a 'digital age' spin on a traditional problem, immersing yourself in an epic, fantasy world without the epic, tome-sized dilemma. With deep world-building, engaging plots, and intense, regular, binge-worthy installments, the time for serial, epic fantasy has arrived. Now, if you're ready...enter the mist. How 'Mists' is different:Tight, action-packed 'episodes,' woven together to form an epic, immersive fantasy series.Compact, intense novels that can be consumed over a weekend or during a flight.New installments released several times a year. Never wait for your favorite series!Learn more at: mistsofkeldoran.comWarning: The Mists of Kel Doran series depicts a dark time in human history. This book contains some profanity, violence, and content that may not be suitable for sensitive readers.