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Anne, a divorced single mom, barely able to cope with life and struggles to make sense of the death of…
her young son. Mark, a former architect, now works as a handyman and wonders how his life got off track. Father Paul, the abbot of the Abbey of Saints Philip and James, questions how to best live a life that secludes him from the world. At a Pennsylvania abbey, this unlikely trio discovers the answers--a miracle of hope and understanding that bears witness to the surprising power of God to bring healing and wholeness to our lives. UnratedIqbal and his ingenious idea: how a science project helps one family and the planet (CitizenKid)
By Rebecca Green, Elizabeth Suneby. 2018
When his mother is forced to cook indoors due to the monsoon season in Bangladesh, young Iqbal decides the school…
district's science fair is the perfect time to create a stove that doesn't produce smoke and harmful fumes. For grades 2-4. 2018La casa de los veinte mil libros
By Sasha Abramsky. 2016
A journalist recreates the singular world of his grandparents' house in London. Chimen and Miriam Abramsky amassed an extensive collection…
of socialist literature and Jewish history, and they frequently held large gatherings to bring together influential thinkers, including Eric Hobsbawm and Isaiah Berlin. Spanish language. 2016Celui qui reste: lettre à une amie disparue
By Stéphane Garneau. 2021
Cette lettre à une amie disparue est l'histoire d'un homme qui a vécu une triste succession de deuils. Aujourd'hui, s'il…
est en mesure d'en faire le récit, c'est qu'il a compris que, avec le passage du temps, arrivera un moment où les morts seront plus nombreux que les vivantsWaiting for the owl's call (Tales of the world : Afghanistan)
By Gloria Whelan, Pascal Milelli. 2009
A young Turkoman girl spends her days hand-making rugs while wishing she could attend school. Includes author's note about exploitation…
of children in the carpet-making industry in Middle Eastern countries. For grades 4-7. 2009Ordinary magic: everyday life as spiritual path
By John Welwood. 1992
Le retour du jeune prince: Livre audio 1 cd mp3
By Alejandro Guillermo Roemmers. 2020
« Aime tes rêves et grâce à eux tu pourras construire un monde plein de sourires et de tendresse... »…
Un jeune homme errant sur une route de Patagonie est recueilli par un automobiliste. L'adolescent est le prince d'une contrée lointaine qui explore l'univers. Dans les paysages désertiques et sauvages, les deux voyageurs, si différents, engagent un dialogue abordant avec simplicité les grandes questions de l'existence. Au fil de leurs aventures, chacun apprend à écouter le cœur de l'autre et à tenter de trouver le vrai sens de la vie. Ce voyage se transforme peu à peu en une véritable quête spirituelle. Et, au bout de ce chemin, il y a le secret d'un mystère que nous passons parfois une vie entière à chercher : le bonheur... Un délicieux conte philosophique moderne sur le sens de la vieWork rules!: insights from inside Google that will transform how you live and lead
By Laszlo Bock. 2015
Laszlo Bock, head of the People Operations at Google, says "We spend more time working than doing anything else in…
life. It's not right that the experience of work should be so demotivating and dehumanizing." Bock believes in striking a balance between creativity and structure that can lead to success in quality of life as well as market share. He wants people to reawaken the joy in what they doTo market, to market
By Nikki McClure. 2011
In the days of sand and stars
By Francois Thisdale, Marlee Pinsker. 2006
Ten stories based on women from the Bible: Eve Naamah, Sarai, Sarah, Rebecca, Leah, Rachel, Dina, and Yocheved. In "Rebecca…
Comes Home," a compassionate young woman's trip to the community well leads her to a husband. For grades 5-8. 2006Five skies: How the Largest Movement in the World Came into Being and Why No One Saw It Coming
By Paul Hawken, Ron Carlson. 2007
Three men share their life stories while working on a construction project in Idaho. Carpenter Arthur Key, who left California…
after a betrayal, and Ronnie Panelli, charming but shiftless, are led by ranch foreman Darwin Gallegos--angry at man, God, and life. Strong language. 2007The waters of Kronos: Internet Prophets, Private Profits, and the Costs to Community
By Conrad Richter, Nathan Newman. 2002
Semiautobiographical novel in which John Donner journeys to the town of his youth, Unionville, a Pennsylvania Dutch mining town now…
submerged by the waters of the dammed Kronos River. John's compulsion to reconnect with his past evokes reflections on the power of memory and familial bonds. National Book Award. 1960The traveler's gift: seven decisions that determine personal success
By Andy Andrews. 2002
Life looks bleak to forty-six-year-old David Ponder, who has lost his job and sense of purpose. Seven time-travel experiences impart…
motivational lessons that encourage David to change his attitude and gain a second chance at a worthwhile life. Bestseller. 2002101 best home businesses: New Edition of the Classic Home Business
By Dan Ramsey. 2001
Brief suggestions on businesses that can be operated out of one's own home. Discusses basic job descriptions, skills and equipment…
needed, target audiences, and money matters. Includes examples and case studies. 2001The 50 best (and worst) business deals of all time
By Michael Craig. 2000
Uses case studies of fifty successful mega-deals--from the 1624 purchase of Manhattan to the year 2000 proposed merger of AOL…
and Time Warner--to illustrate ten rules for successful business negotiations. Advises thinking clearly, focusing on strengths, being innovative, and helping disadvantaged people. 2000April fools: an insider's account of the rise and collapse of Drexel Burnham
By Dan G Stone, Dan G. Stone. 1990
A former Drexel vice-president examines the issues leading to the end of a Wall Street drama. He reflects on the…
roles of key players Michael Milken, Fred Joseph, Ivan Boesky, and eventually federal prosecutor, Rudolph Giuliani. The inside story of junk bond scandals and corporate takeovers, leading to bankruptcy, the loss of thousands of jobs, and millions in finesGreen pastures
By Dorothy Williams. 2000
Wildwood: A Guide For Managers
By Drusilla Campbell. 2003
Hannah was not yet a teenager when she pushed a fifteen-year-old assailant over a cliff to his death at Bluegang…
Creek. Her friends Liz and Jeanne kept the secret. Now middle-aged, the women confront their past, testing the limits of family and friendship. Descriptions of sex and strong language. 2003Jordan Marsh: New England's Largest Store (Landmarks Ser.)
By Anthony Mitchell Sammarco. 2017
Opened in 1851, Jordan Marsh was Bostona's first department store, beloved for its selection of merchandise, top-notch service, and endearing…
Christmas displays. It's 1980s takeover by the parent company of Macy's is still mourned by New England shoppers. Adult