Jane Gilgun Boeken

Through a rich tapestry of poetry, the narrative explores the life of a woman shaped by her experiences in coastal Rhode Island. It captures her journey as a horsewoman, nature lover, and social worker, intertwining themes of childhood, love, and spirituality. The poems, crafted in imagist, lyric, and narrative styles, reflect the complexities of existence—embracing beauty, confronting violence, and celebrating the warmth of daily life. Each piece reveals the profound rhythms of a life deeply felt and fully lived.

IN THIS BOOK, PROFESSOR JANE GILGUN proposes a theory of being a shit and tests it on a variety of stories. She ends with a revised theory and in the process discovers principles of how to build bridges after you have done something unkind and dishonest. Read this book and you will be ready to dethrone the next person who dumps on you. For those who aspire to be shits, this book is a step-by-step guide. For those who want to be accountable, this book shows how. A great gift for put-upon relatives and friends and a humorous hint to troublesome people in your life. This book also shows how to do qualitative theory-testing, helpful to graduate students and seasoned researchers. Another version uses asterisks in key places and is at www.lulu.com/content/2239317

Exploring the intersection of humor and accountability, this book delves into the ways people engage in unkind behavior while attempting to disguise it. Through engaging stories, the author illustrates that individuals can act poorly without others' consent and provides a guide for both those who wish to embrace such behavior and those seeking to hold themselves accountable. Additionally, it offers insights into qualitative research methods, making it a valuable resource for readers interested in both personal growth and academic inquiry.