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The Purloined Clinic: Selected Writings
By Janet Malcolm. 1992
The Purloined Clinic is a retrospective of essays, reviews, and reports that reflect the range and depth of Janet Malcolm's…
engagement with psychology, criticism, art, and literature.She examines aspects of "that absurdist collaboration," the psychoanalytic dialogue, from which come "small, stray sell recognitions that no other human relationship yields, brought forward under conditions...that no other human relationship could survive." She addresses such subjects as Tom Wolfe's vendetta against modern architecture, Milan Kundera's literary experiments, and Vaclav Havel's prison letters. She explores the somewhat deflated world of post-revolutionary Prague, guides us through the labyrinthine New York art world of the eighties, and takes us behind the one-way mirror of Salvador Minuchin's school of family therapy.And to each subject she brings the incisive skepticism and dazzling epigrammatic style that are her hallmarks."Why don't more people write like [Malcolm]?... She is cast from the mold of the Eastern European intellectual: beholden to modernism. as familiar with Kundera's exile as she is with Freud's Vienna. This sensibility must grant her the detachment she sometimes so mercilessly employs, but it also gives her an unassailable passion for getting to the center of things." --Boston GlobeLiving Beyond the Five Senses
By Teresa L. Decicco. 2014
Mankind is on the threshold of the next evolutionary phase the era of the Spiritual Human. In Living Beyond…
The Five Senses, Teresa L. DeCicco, PhD, describes the process that occurs during this spiritual transformation. It is an invitation to readers to actively engage in the deepening of their own spiritual transformation. The book is primarily aimed at those who feel that they are already undergoing some sort of major transformation, either physically, psychologically, and/or spiritually, yet it will also appeal to readers seeking to make changes to their relationships, jobs, finances, parenting, or living conditions. Living Beyond The Five Senses is a guide to all who want to consciously grow toward living a more peaceful and enriching life, one that ushers in the era of the Spiritual Human.The Angel in My Pocket
By Sukey Forbes. 2014
A grieving mother draws on her storied heritage to find her daughter in the afterlife When Sukey Forbes lost her…
six-year-old daughter, Charlotte, to a rare genetic disorder, her life felt as if it were shattered forever. Descended from two distinguished New England families, Forbes was raised in a rarefied--if eccentric--life of privilege. Yet, Forbes's family history is also rich with spiritual seekers, including her great-great-great-grandfather Ralph Waldo Emerson. On the family's private island enclave off Cape Cod, apparitions have always been as common as the servants who once walked the back halls. But the "afterlife" took on new meaning once Forbes dipped into the world of clairvoyants to reconnect with Charlotte. With a mission to help others by sharing her own story, Forbes chronicles a world of ghosts that reawakens us to a lost American spiritual tradition. The Angel in My Pocket is a moving and utterly unique tale of one mother's undying love for her child.Por Qué Dejé La Religión Judía Para Seguir a Jesús
By Bernard Levine, Michelle R. 2017
Estoy seguro de que te sorprenderá saber que en la mayoría de las casas judías, no encontrarás una Biblia. Pero…
¿no será muy extraño -podrías decir- que la nación que se hace llamar “La Gente del Libro” no tenga una Biblia en sus casas? Lo que es aún más sorprendente, a pesar de que podrías pensar que los judíos siguen y conocen muy bien las Escrituras, la impactante realidad es que la mayoría de los libros del Viejo Testamento son un misterio para los judíos, ya que nunca han conocido y visto las profecías sobre Jesús en los libros de Ezequiel, Isaías, Daniel o Malaquías. Además, ¿sabías que los judíos no saben lo que dicen cuando están orando, porque la mayoría no entiende hebreo? Entonces ahora, supongo que debes estar preguntándote cómo los judíos se deshicieron de todos sus pecados si no creen en Jesucristo... ¿Cuál es la forma de llegar al cielo según sus creencias? Te asombrarás al descubrir lo que pasa en el mundo judío.Growing Your Inner Light: A Guide to Independent Spiritual Practice
By Lara Owen. 2009
Truly a beginners guide to creating a daily spiritual practice, Growing Your Inner Light is a handbook that gives practical…
advice on following a spiritual path that's right for you. Lara Owen gives readers the freedom to integrate from different traditions-and develop new ones-to enrich their own lives. As Owen writes, spiritual development is a natural part of being human, and a way to grow the intensity of their inner light throughout life. Intended to be read over the course of a year, each chapter gives an action plan for integrating a new spiritual element into the everyday. As more and more seekers make the jump from religion to spirituality, this book appeals to everyone who wants a personal spiritual path that nourishes them in a deep and lasting way.Between Night and Morn
By Kahlil Gibran, Anthony Rizcallah Ferris, Wolf Martin L.. 2011
A selection of early works by bestselling author Kahlil Gibran offers an accessible introduction to his beautiful language and inspiring…
worldview The prolific writings of Kahlil Gibran, author of The Prophet, continue to inspire a devoted international following and have transformed modern Arabic literature. In this volume of early writings, Gibran's simple yet lyrical style crosses from prose to poetry and yields insight into his dedication and inner vision of beauty, including the tale of a strange hermit in "The Tempest," the discovery of love lost to war in "The Mermaids," and the long voyage of sea and soul in the prose poem "Between Night and Morn." From scathing indictments against worldly wrongs to tender spiritual exultations, Between Night and Morn powerfully evokes the mood and magnetism of Gibran.A Search for Solitude
By Thomas Merton. 1996
The third volume of Thomas Merton's journals chronicles Merton's attempts to reconcile his desire for solitude and contemplation with the…
demands of his new-found celebrity status within the strictures of conventional monastic life.Walking the Rez Road
By Jim Northrup. 2013
Winner of a Minnesota Book Award and a Northeast Minnesota Book Award.Celebrating two decades in publication, this twentieth-anniversary edition of…
a timeless classic comprises forty stories and poems that feature Luke Warmwater, a Vietnam veteran who survived the war but has trouble surviving the peace.Returning to the reservation after the war, Warmwater finds poverty, unemployment, and the work of the tribal government may prove greater foes than those he faced in the Vietnam jungle-yet he finds salvation through community and humor.Northrup's 1990s newspaper columns, his play, "Shinnob Jep," and Ojibwe translated poems, are included as additional materials to this new edition and provide historical context for Warmwater's story.The Spooky Art: Thoughts on Writing
By Norman Mailer. 2003
"Writing is spooky," according to Norman Mailer. "There is no routine of an office to keep you going, only the…
blank page each morning, and you never know where your words are coming from, those divine words." In The Spooky Art, Mailer discusses with signature candor the rewards and trials of the writing life, and recommends the tools to navigate it. Addressing the reader in a conversational tone, he draws on the best of more than fifty years of his own criticism, advice, and detailed observations about the writer's craft.Living The Journey
By Brandon Bays, Patricia Kendall, Lesley Strutt. 2012
EXPERIENCE HOPE AND HEALING BY LIVING THE JOURNEY The Journey inspired people worldwide to follow Brandon Bays's teachings in an…
effort to achieve healthful, more fulfilling lives. In 1992, Bays was diagnosed with a basketball-sized tumor in her uterus and refused surgery. Catapulted into a remarkable, soul-searching, and ultimately freeing healing journey, six and a half weeks later, she was pronounced completely tumor free. The Journey outlined practical steps for ordinary people to take toward a path of healing. Now, Living The Journey is an opportunity for those seeking wellness to learn from the many people who have successfully integrated The Journey into their lives. Sixteen contributors tell remarkable stories of profound healing-- of overcoming post-traumatic stress disorder and depression; ridding the body of cancer and chronic pain; clearing addictions; and transforming devastating grief into peace, all through the measured steps of The Journey Method.sforming devastating grief into peace, all through the measured steps of the Journey method.Which Greek god makes the best parent?Would you want to be one of Artemis' Hunters?Why do so many monsters go…
into retail?Spend a little more time in Percy Jackson's world--a place where the gods bike among us, monsters man snack bars, and each of us has the potential to become a hero.Find out: Why Dionysus might actually be the best director Camp Half-Blood could have How to recognize a monster when you see one Why even if we aren't facing manticores and minotaurs, reading myth can still help us deal with the scary things in our own livesPlus, consult our glossary of people, places, and things from Greek myth: how Medusa got her snake hair extensions, why Chiron isn't into partying and paintball like the rest of his centaur family, and the whole story on Percy's mythical namesake.Seven Last Words: An Invitation to a Deeper Friendship with Jesus
By James Martin. 2016
Based on his talks at New York's St. Patrick's Cathedral on Good Friday 2015, the New York Times bestselling author…
and editor at large of America magazine offers a portrait of Jesus, using his last words on the cross to reveal how deeply he understood our predicaments, what it means to be fully human, and why we can turn to Christ completely, in mind, heart, and soul.Each meditation is dedicated to one of the seven sayings:"Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.""Today you will be with me in Paradise.""Woman, this is your son" . . . "This is your mother." "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" "I thirst." "It is finished." "Father, into your hands I commend my spirit."With the warmth, wisdom, and grace that infuse his works, Father James Martin explains why Jesus's crucifixion and death on the cross is an important teaching moment in the Gospels. Jesus's final statements, words that are deeply cherished by his followers, exemplify the depth of his suffering but also provide a key to his empathy and why we can connect with him so deeply.Chicken Soup for the Soul Celebrating People Who Make a Difference: The Headlines You'll Never Read
By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Peter Vegso, Theresa Peluso. 1993
Changing the World One Person at a Time Chicken Soup for the Soul Celebrating People Who Make a Difference…
reveals a side of humanity we rarely see heralded on the evening news. This inspiring collection of stories chronicles the small kindnesses that make a huge difference, the ordinary experiences that have profound impact, and the defining moments that change the lives of everyday people. Your heart will be touched when the despair of a lost two-year-old's parents turns to joy as an exhausted rescue team finds their baby in critical condition, but alive. And you may be left wondering if you could act as one woman did, when driving home alone on a dark night she finds unknown courage to come to the aid of someone about to be assaulted at an isolated bus stop. If you wonder about the direction the world is headed and whether kindness and compassion still exists, Chicken Soup for the Soul Celebrating People Who Make a Difference will restore your faith in the human spirit with these true stories of generosity, character, and courage.Music of Silence: A Sacred Journey Through the Hours of the Day
By Kathleen Norris, Sharon Lebell, Ph.D. Brother David Steindl-Rast. 2002
Music of Silence shows how to incorporate the sacred meaning of monastic living into everyday life by following the natural…
rhythm of the hours of the day. The book tells how mindfulness and prayer can reconnect us with the sources of joy. "An invitation to join in quiet ecstasy, to rediscover sacred rhythms." - Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with HeartThe Bible Passport for Spiritual Warfare & Deliverance
By Robin Dinnanauth. 2016
You have now put your hand on the most dynamic powerful scriptural promises from God's Word, which can be used…
in your meditation and prayer to war against the forces of evil or to destroy any plans and schemes of the enemy: The purpose of this mighty strategic Spiritual Warfare and Deliverance Book is to take you into the spirit realm through the scriptures and pull down every stronghold of the adversary, breaking the power of witchcraft, destroying generational curses and cut every ungodly spiritual soul-ties. Pulling down strongholds of spiritual fortified gates of Hell with god's prevailing power and authority. The bible says, For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. (II Timothy 1:7) You must be solid in doctrinal truth and Biblical principles and we must be confident in God's ability through us! ...greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. I John 4:4Exploring the Labyrinth
By Melissa Gayle West. 2000
"Whoever you are, walking the labyrinth has something to offer. If a project is challenging you, walking can get your…
creative juices flowing. When struggling with grief or anger, or a physical challenge or illness, walking the labyrinth can point the way to healing and wholeness. If you're looking for a way to meditate or pray that engages your body as well as your soul, the labyrinth provides such a path. When you just want reflective time away from a busy life, the labyrinth can offer you time out. The labyrinth holds up a mirror, reflecting back to us not only the light of our finest selves, but also whatever restrains us from shining forth."--From the IntroductionJoin Melissa Gayle West and thousands of others who are turning to labyrinth walking for quiet meditation and spiritual healing. Exploring the Labyrinth blends the timeless wisdom and meaning derived from labyrinths along with practical advice, divided among three sections: What is a labyrinth and why does it have such astonishing contemporary appeal? You'll be introduced to walking and working with this ancient archetype. Learn to construct a temporary or permanent, indoor or outdoor labyrinth from rocks, rope, canvas, and a wide variety of other materials. Discover specific ways to use the labyrinth for rituals, meaningful celebrations, spiritual growth, healing work, creativity enhancement, and goal setting.With practical advice, spiritual wisdom, and helpful resources, Exploring the Labyrinth is the complete guide to this ancient, transformative tool.From the Trade Paperback edition.Chicken Soup for the Unsinkable Soul: Inspirational Stories of Overcoming Life's Challenges
By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Heather Mcnamara. 2012
Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen are joined by Heather McNamara, senior editor of the series, in this unforgettable collection…
of inspiring and uplifting stories. Sure to become a favorite of readers who love Chicken Soup for its stories of overcoming life's obstacles, challenges, heartbreaks, and pain, this book emphasizes triumph in the face of overwhelming odds. A timeless testament to the indomitable human spirit, this collection is sure to encourage, support, comfort, and, most of all, inspire all readers for years to come.Beyond the Wall: Exploring George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, From A Game of Thrones to A Dance with Dragons
By R. A. Salvatore, Ned Vizzini, James Lowder, Daniel Abraham, Susan Vaught, Brent Hartinger, Gary Westfahl, Myke Cole, Andrew Zimmerman Jones, Elio M Garcia Jr., Linda Antonsson, John Jos. Miller, Jesse Scoble, Caroline Spector, Adam Whitehead, Alyssa Rosenberg, Matt Staggs. 2012
"There were a number of books about A Game of Thrones (the HBO series) and A Song of Ice and…
Fire (the books) published last year . . . the one that impressed me most was James Lowder's Beyond the Wall."--George R.R. MartinForeword by New York Times bestselling author R.A. SalvatoreGo beyond the Wall and across the narrow sea with this collection about George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, from A Game of Thrones to A Dance with Dragons.The epic game of thrones chronicled in George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series has captured the imaginations of millions of readers. In Beyond the Wall, bestselling authors and acclaimed critics offer up thought-provoking essays and compelling insights: Daniel Abraham reveals the unique challenges of adapting the original books into graphic novels. Westeros.org founders Linda Antonsson and Elio M. García, Jr., explore the series' complex heroes and villains, and their roots in the Romantic movement. Wild Cards contributor Caroline Spector delves into the books' controversial depictions of power and gender.Plus much more, from military science fiction writer Myke Cole on the way Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder shapes many of the leading characters to author and television writer Ned Vizzini on the biases against genre fiction that color critical reactions to the series.Contributors:R.A. Salvatore (foreword)Daniel AbrahamLinda AntonssonMyke ColeElio M. García, Jr.Brent HartingerJohn Jos. MillerAlyssa RosenbergJesse ScobleCaroline SpectorMatt StaggsSusan VaughtNed VizziniGary WestfahlAdam WhiteheadAndrew Zimmerman JonesWell-Read Black Girl: Finding Our Stories, Discovering Ourselves
By Glory Edim. 2018
An inspiring collection of essays by black women writers, curated by the founder of the popular book club Well-Read Black…
Girl, on the importance of recognizing ourselves in literature. “Yes, Well-Read Black Girl is as good as it sounds. . . . [Glory Edim] gathers an all-star cast of contributors—among them Lynn Nottage, Jesmyn Ward, and Gabourey Sidibe.”—O: The Oprah Magazine (“10 Books to be Thankful for This November”) Remember that moment when you first encountered a character who seemed to be written just for you? That feeling of belonging remains with readers the rest of their lives—but not everyone regularly sees themselves in the pages of a book. In this timely anthology, Glory Edim brings together original essays by some of our best black women writers to shine a light on how important it is that we all—regardless of gender, race, religion, or ability—have the opportunity to find ourselves in literature. Contributors include Jesmyn Ward (Sing, Unburied, Sing), Lynn Nottage (Sweat), Jacqueline Woodson (Another Brooklyn), Gabourey Sidibe (This Is Just My Face), Morgan Jerkins (This Will Be My Undoing), Tayari Jones (An American Marriage), Rebecca Walker (Black, White and Jewish), and Barbara Smith (Home Girls: A Black Feminist Anthology) Whether it’s learning about the complexities of femalehood from Zora Neale Hurston and Toni Morrison, finding a new type of love in The Color Purple, or using mythology to craft an alternative black future, the subjects of each essay remind us why we turn to books in times of both struggle and relaxation. As she has done with her book club–turned–online community Well-Read Black Girl, in this anthology Glory Edim has created a space in which black women’s writing and knowledge and life experiences are lifted up, to be shared with all readers who value the power of a story to help us understand the world and ourselves.Praise for Well-Read Black Girl“Each essay can be read as a dispatch from the vast and wonderfully complex location that is black girlhood and womanhood. . . . They present literary encounters that may at times seem private and ordinary—hours spent in the children’s section of a public library or in a college classroom—but are no less monumental in their impact.”—The Washington Post “A wonderful collection of essays.”—EssenceThis book explores varieties of spiritual movements and alternative experiments for generation of beauty, dignity and dialogues, in a world…
where the rise of the religious in politics and the public sphere is often accompanied by violence. It examines how spirituality can contribute to human development, social transformations and planetary realizations, urging us to treat each other, and our planet, with evolutionary care and respect. Trans-disciplinary and trans-paradigmatic to its very core, this text opens new pathways of practical spirituality and humanistic action for both scholarship and discourse and offers an invaluable companion for scholars across religious studies, cultural studies and development studies.