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By William S Pollack. 2001
Best-seller dès sa parution, cet ouvrage d'envergure se veut une tentative pour mieux comprendre l'univers des garçons. Il propose aussi…
des pistes pour leur donner une éducation qui fera d'eux deviennent des hommes heureux et confiants. [SDMBy Jean-Marc Piotte. 2008
"[...] Un panorama à grands traits du Québec social et politique des cinquante dernières années, panorama tracé par un spectateur…
particulièrement attentif, humaniste et réputé pour ses grandes capacités de vulgarisation. En marge du discours des "Lucides" et des tensions relatives aux accommodements raisonnables, ce livre de Jean-Marc Piotte apporte un véritable vent de fraîcheur, non seulement par la profondeur et la simplicité de son propos, mais aussi par la sérénité et l'humanité de son regard, qui tient l'humain pour sa première préoccupation. Dans un ton d'essayiste qui rappelle un peu le style de Pierre Bourgault (mais sans son côté acerbe), Jean-Marc Piotte en appelle autant à notre bonté qu'à notre intelligence pour créer une société plus juste et plus saine. Enfin, Un certain espoir fait la jonction entre les grands principes politico-éthiques, la vie "platement" quotidienne des citoyens et les enjeux publics actuels, notamment les valeurs sociales, les alternatives au marché capitaliste et le rôle de l'État dans l'épanouissement de la société". -- 4e de couvBy Mano Dayak. 1996
L'auteur est un Touareg originaire de l'Aïr, en bordure du Ténéré (Niger). "Il a fait des études brillantes dans son…
pays, puis aux États-Unis et en France.(...) Déchiré par les souffrances de son peuple, il s'est engagé politiquement pour défendre les Touaregs. Il a été un des grands artisans de la paix au Niger. Le destin fascinant de cet homme a été brisé par un accident d'avion en décembre 1995."By Jacques Gauthier. 1999
Cet ouvrage, écrit par un professeur de pastorale de l'Université Saint-Paul à Ottawa, porte sur ce tournant de la vie…
que constitue le passage de la quarantaine. Un essai dans lequel il propose de "comprendre la crise psychologique et spirituelle de la quarantaine pour mieux la vivre comme une promesse d'avenir, un chemin de libération et de prière, une rencontre du Christ qui passe par la croix et la résurrection."(Introd. p.18)By Virginia Morris. 2001
To help people make better decisions about death, the author encourages them to accept its inevitability. Discusses considerations to ponder…
before a crisis arrives and provides medical and legal options. Uses case studies to illustrate how to talk about dying with others and gives tips on relating to terminally ill patients. 2001By William Fiennes. 2002
In this combination travelog and memoir, Fiennes reflects on the metaphorical aspects of a journey from Houston northward into Canada,…
following the annual migration of snow geese. Convalescing after several operations, this young British author read Paul Gallico's The Snow Goose (BR 14168) and developed his therapeutic plan to track the birds' flight. 2002By April Pulley Sayre. 2000
Examines El Niño and La Niña phenomena and why they occur. Discusses how meteorologists track them, how they affect world-wide…
weather patterns, and what effects on global warming are possible. For grades 6-9. 2000By Marlo Thomas. 2002
Actress Marlo Thomas's compilation of more than one hundred celebrities' personal turning points in life--for example, her father Danny Thomas's…
advice changed her attitude about being compared to him. Contributors include Muhammad Ali, Tom Brokaw, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Toni Morrison, Steven Spielberg, Sammy Sosa, Barbara Walters, Oprah Winfrey, and others. Bestseller. 2002By Oliver Sacks. 2002
Record of the author's observations while on a botanical tour with the American Fern Society in southern Mexico in 2000.…
Describes his travel companions, his impressions of this first trip to the area, and the foliage of particular plants. 2002By Norman Cousins. 1979
The author's reflections generated by his triumph over a crippling disease. Cousins investigates the chemistry of the will to live…
and factors influencing the capacity for self-healing. He also believes that humor and laughter, along with a strong doctor/patient relationship, aid the body's natural healing powers. 1979Fitness trainer uses anecdotes from his own life to inspire teens to concentrate on improving their bodies as well as…
their social and inner lives. Explains how to take charge, set goals, realize one's dreams, and build values. Includes sample workout and diet. For high school and older readers. 2002By Stephen Arterburn. 2002
Christian authors respond to children's questions prompted by the September 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center and the…
Pentagon. Presents Bible-based answers to reassure children and allay their fears while explaining world events. 2002By Phillip C McGraw. 1999
Behavioral scientist McGraw, an advisor to Oprah Winfrey, demonstrates how to take control over your life: assume responsibility for past…
actions, change bad habits, and reverse negative conditioning to prepare the mind and body for greater happiness. Describes ten "life laws" that improve the chances of success. BestsellerBy Earl Hipp. 1985
Discusses pressures and problems encountered by teenagers and provides information on life skills, stress management, and methods of gaining more…
control over their own lives. For senior high and older readers. 1995By Yosh Taguchi. 2001
By Elaine Leong Eng. 2000
Handbook for Christian counselors who treat mentally disturbed clients by integrating psychology with theology. Uses anecdotes to describe symptoms and…
suggests appropriate treatments by using biblical references. Lists sources for dealing with obsessions, post-traumatic stress disorders, social phobias, anxiety, PMS, and depression. 2000By Heather Moehn. 2001
Describes a self-consciousness disorder that can lead to impairment in social situations. Describes some social phobia causes and remedies and…
offers suggestions for professional help. For junior and senior high readers. 2001By Andrew J Beattie. 2001
Ecologists explain why the pioneering science of biological diversity and the preservation of ecosystems matter. By studying the interdependence of…
plants, animals, and bacteria, scientists find environmentally sound solutions to problems. Discusses how seemingly insignificant species may in the future meet critical human needs in medicine, agriculture, and other areas. 2001By Wayne W Dyer. 2001
Offers ten principles by which to achieve inner peace through changing one's outlook on life and embracing spirituality through meditation.…
Proposes that feeling the daily presence of God will lead to contentment and satisfaction. 2001By Véronique Vienne. 2000
Essays on realizing the pleasures of getting older. Advises smiling, never apologizing for your age, and throwing away old things.…
"The second part of one's life is second to nothing. Too bad we have to wait so long to get to it." 2000