every man for himself and god against all werner herzog
Every Man for Himself and God against All - Werner Herzog
Werner Herzog is the undisputed master of extreme cinema: building an opera house in the middle of the jungle; walking from Munich to Paris in the dead of winter; descending into an active volcano; living in the wilderness among grizzly bears - he has always been intrigued by the extremes of human experience.From his early movies to his later documentaries, he has made a career out of exploring the boundaries of human endurance: what we are capable of in exceptional circumstances and what these situations reveal about who we really are. But these are not just great cinematic themes. During the making of his films, Herzog pushed himself and others to the limits, often putting himself in life-threatening situations.As a child in rural Bavaria, a single loaf of bread had to last his family all week. The hunger and deprivation he experienced during his early years perhaps explain his fascination with the limits of physical endurance.All his life, Herzog would embrace risk and danger, constantly looking for challenges and adventures.Filled to the brim with memorable stories and poignant observations, Every Man for Himself and God against All unveils the influences and ideas that drive his creativity and have shaped his unique view of the world. This book tells, for the first time, the story of his extraordinary and fascinating life.
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All My Kisses for You - Monica Murphy
This steamy, sizzling and beautifully romantic new adult romance will be perfect for readers who love spicy scenesWillow is navigating her school year in the shadow of her infamous parents. Could she find love with the mysterious boy in her class? Will history repeat itself? --- Everyone loves Willow Lancaster, and every girl wants to be her. After studying in Europe, she returns to Lancaster Prep, eager to kick off being a senior back with her friends and maybe even start something up with her old crush? But everything has changed.Her supposed best friend is dating her crush and everyone is obsessed with the new guy . . .Rhett Bennett is gorgeous. Lethally charming. Absolutely full of himself.And he’s all she can think about. Then Rhett begins to feel the same way about her . .. And now, she’s desperate to throw away her good girl reputation just for him.
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Hitting Against the Spin - Ben Jones, Nathan Leamon
Fascinating and insightful . . . lifts the curtain to reveal the inner workings of international cricket. A must-read for any cricketer, coach or fan Eoin Morgan This path-breaking book should be compulsory reading for commentators and captains - and all cricket fans Mervyn King Clever and original but also wise Ed SmithHow valuable is winning the toss? And how should captains use it to their advantage? Why does a cricket ball swing? Why don t Indians bat left-handed? What is a good length and why? Why are leg-spinners so successful in T20 cricket? Why did England win the World Cup? Why do all Test bowlers bowl at either 55 or 85mph? Why don t they pitch it up?All cricketers long to know the answer to these questions and many more. Only fifteen years ago it would have been difficult to answer them - cricket was guided only by decades-old tradition and received wisdom. Data has changed everything. Today we can track every ball to within millimetres; its release point, speed and bounce point are measured as are how much the ball swings, how much it deviates off the pitch, the exact height and line that it passes the stumps, and multiple other variables. Hitting Against the Spin is the story of that data, and what it can tell us about how cricket really works. Leading cricket thinkers Nathan Leamon and Ben Jones lift the lid on international cricket and explain its hidden workings and dynamics - the forces that shape cricket and, in turn, the cricketers who play it. They analyse the unseen hands that determine which players succeed and which fail, which tactics work and which don t, which teams win and which lose. They also explore the new world of franchise cricket as well as the rapid evolution of the T20 format. Revolutionary in its insights, Hitting Against the Spin takes you on a fascinating whistle-stop tour of modern cricket and sports analytics, bringing cricket firmly into the twenty-first century by revealing its long-kept secrets. This is the most important cricket book in decades.
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Go-Man: Champion of Earth - Steele Hamish
Lonely latchkey kid Tobi dreams of growing up to fight the giant monsters that plague his city, just like his dad does, but when he stumbles upon the power to turn into the colossal superhero, Go-Man, he realizes he’s been wishing his childhood away. Go-Man: Champion of Earth is an action-packed, highly bingeable middle grade adventure series about how one kid overcomes the differences that set him apart from his classmates in order to make friends and save his city. It’s also, at its heart, a story about an autistic kid overcoming neglect in his home. It draws on Hamish’s own childhood experiences and obsessions, making this project very close to his heart. This is not just your ordinary superhero story. The superhero element in Go-Man is a metaphor for masking, the camouflaging behavior that many autistic people employ to suppress their true identity in an effort to conform with those around them. As a superhero, Tobi is more popular than ever! But this masking effort drains him of all of his energy, making him retreat into his bedroom for days. Tobi’s goal is to become someone who doesn’t need his superhero side anymore. He must ultimately learn to love himself as he is, find friends who appreciate him for himself, and finally enjoy being just a kid before it’s too late.
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Go-Man: Champion of Earth - Steele Hamish
Lonely latchkey kid Tobi dreams of growing up to fight the giant monsters that plague his city, just like his dad does, but when he stumbles upon the power to turn into the colossal superhero, Go-Man, he realizes he’s been wishing his childhood away. Go-Man: Champion of Earth is an action-packed, highly bingeable middle grade adventure series about how one kid overcomes the differences that set him apart from his classmates in order to make friends and save his city. It’s also, at its heart, a story about an autistic kid overcoming neglect in his home. It draws on Hamish’s own childhood experiences and obsessions, making this project very close to his heart. This is not just your ordinary superhero story. The superhero element in Go-Man is a metaphor for masking, the camouflaging behavior that many autistic people employ to suppress their true identity in an effort to conform with those around them. As a superhero, Tobi is more popular than ever! But this masking effort drains him of all of his energy, making him retreat into his bedroom for days. Tobi’s goal is to become someone who doesn’t need his superhero side anymore. He must ultimately learn to love himself as he is, find friends who appreciate him for himself, and finally enjoy being just a kid before it’s too late.
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How to Draw: Manga Girls - Yishan Li
28 different characters, poses and expressions that offer a dynamic selection of Manga-style female figures. Drawing girls is a very popular subject within the manga genre and this book is perfect for anyone seeking to learn the basics of creating these delightful characters. Suitable for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
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The Name of All Things (1509879552)
Kniha - autor Jenn Lyons, 720 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná "Everything epic fantasy should be: rich, cruel, gorgeous, brilliant, enthralling and deeply, deeply satisfying. I loved it."—Lev Grossman on The Ruin of Kings You can have everything you want if you sacrifice everything you believe. Kihrin D'Mon is a wanted man. Since he destroyed the Stone of Shackles and set demons free across Quur, he has been on the run from the wrath of an entire empire. His attempt to escape brings him into the path of Janel Theranon, a mysterious Joratese woman who claims to know Kihrin. Janel's plea for help pits Kihrin against all manner of dangers: a secret rebellion, a dragon capable of destroying an entire city, and Kihrin's old enemy, the wizard Relos Var. Janel believes that Relos Var possesses one of the most powerful artifacts in the world—the Cornerstone called the Name of All Things. And if Janel is right, then there may be nothing in the world...
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Visible Learning and the Science of How We Learn - John Hattie, Gregory C. R. Yates
On publication in 2009 John Hattieâ ™s Visible Learning presented the biggest ever collection of research into what actually work in schools to improve childrenâ ™s learning. Not what was fashionable, not what political and educational vested interests wanted to champion, but what actually produced the best results in terms of improving learning and educational outcomes. It became an instant bestseller and was described by the TES as revealing educationâ ™s â ˜holy grailâ ™. Now in this latest book, John Hattie has joined forces with cognitive psychologist Greg Yates to build on the original data and legacy of the Visible Learning project, showing how itâ ™s underlying ideas and the cutting edge of cognitive science can form a powerful and complimentary framework for shaping learning in the classroom and beyond.Visible Learning and the Science of How We Learn explains the major principles and strategies of learning, outlining why it can be so hard sometimes, and yet easy on other occasions. Aimed at teachers and students, it is written in an accessible and engaging style and can be read cover to cover, or used on a chapter-by-chapter basis for essay writing or staff development. The book is structured in three parts â “ â ˜learning within classroomsâ ™, â ˜learning foundationsâ ™, which explains the cognitive building blocks of knowledge acquisition and â ˜know thyselfâ ™ which explores, confidence and self-knowledge. It also features extensive interactive appendices containing study guide questions to encourage critical thinking, annotated bibliographic entries with recommendations for further reading, links to relevant websites and YouTube clips. Throughout, the authors draw upon the latest international research into how the learning process works and how to maximise impact on students, covering such topics as:teacher personality;expertise and teacher-student relationships;how knowledge is stored and the impact of cognitive load;thinking fast and thinking slow;the psychology of self-control;the role of conversation at school and at home;invisible gorillas and the IKEA effect;digital native theory;myths and fallacies about how people learn.This fascinating book is aimed at any student, teacher or parent requiring an up-to-date commentary on how research into human learning processes can inform our teaching and what goes on in our schools. It takes a broad sweep through findings stemming mainly from social and cognitive psychology and presents them in a useable format for students and teachers at all levels, from preschool to tertiary training institutes.
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The Ultimate Wizarding World Defense Against the Dark Arts Spellbook - The Editors of MuggleNet
This special edition of the bestselling Unofficial Ultimate Harry Potter Spellbook focuses on 180 spells that can be used for combat and defense, including all the same detail found in the original spellbook, but includes new tips and tactics for utilizing each spell in unique, unexpected ways in combat. Readers will also find essays detailing the history of the dark arts, as well as profiles of well-known Hogwarts DADA instructors, dark wizards and witches and more.
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Chess for Beginners - DK
Take your first steps towards mastering the world s greatest game - and understand tactics, improve your game and outwit your opponents! From the history of chess and the aim of the game to essential tactics and taking your skills even further in clubs, tournaments, and championships, Chess for Beginners covers it all. Before explaining techniques, this chess guide gives you the lowdown on each piece to boost your understanding of its value, power and importance. Then different chessboard graphics illustrate different scenarios, so you can visualise different moves and their potential outcomes and learn the best move to make in any given situation to get to endgame and checkmate.This ultimate chess book for children offers: Content written by International Master and chess tutor Michael Basman, founder of the UK Chess - - Challenge - the world s largest children s chess tournament. A guide suitable for beginners and children of all ages, including players in school chess clubs around the world. Chess board graphics that show how to apply the principles you learn in real-life game situations. Do you know your bishops from your knights? Or when castling is the best move? How about the best way to counter the Queen s Gambit? The rules of chess may seem a little daunting for beginner players. In Chess for Beginners, international master and renowned chess tutor Michael Basman shows you everything you need to know to improve your tactics and win more games.
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Love and Duty at Blackberry Farm - Rosie Clarke
Cambridgeshire – 1942 As a new year begins and the war continues, young Artie Talbot feels trapped. In his heart he longs to fight, like his two brothers, for his king and country but is duty tied to Blackberry Farm. As feelings grow between Artie and Jeanie Salmons, Artie wonders if marriage will help him to finally accept his lot and settle down.Meanwhile, his brother John Talbot must come to terms with the tragic loss of a lost love. Can he overcome his trauma and begin to build a new life for himself and his new born son?Frances Grant, a new mysterious land girl arrives hoping to escape a violent past. Surely the countryside will offer her the safety and anonymity she craves.But someone is vengeful and eager to settle an old score…As a terrible shock rocks the family, will love and duty be enough to get the family through the dark days ahead? A heart-warming saga following the lives and loves of those who live on Blackberry Farm in the rural Cambridgeshire. Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Fenella J Miller and Patricia McBrideHave you tried Rosie Clarke’s Harpers Emporium, Dressmakers Alley or Mulberry Lane series – you’ll just love them!
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Mummies, Monsters, and the Ship of Millions - Leena Pekkalainen
Another hilarious adventure for children with Mr. Mummific, the mummy with attitude. Having described his death and long mummification process in his last book, How I Became a Mummy, he now tells the story of his mishaps, misunderstandings, and misadventures as he leaves his tomb through the False Door to embark on the complicated and hazardous journey to the Afterlife aboard the magnificent Ship of Millions. The dangers he faces along the way (and desperately hopes to avoid) include being left hanging upside-down from the cavern ceiling, being swallowed (and vomited out again) by a giant serpent, or becoming a tasty morsel for the hideous Eater of the Dead.Once again, the pompous and frequently perplexed former pharaoh is our entertaining guide to some of the traditions and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. Illustrated with eighty colorful scenes from the deathly existence of the funniest mummy youâ ™ll ever meet, Mummies, Monsters, and the Ship of Millions is a further ghastly treat for children and Egyptologists of all ages.
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Amil and the After - Veera Hiranandani
A hopeful and heartwarming story about finding joy after tragedy, Amil and the After is a companion to the beloved and award-winning Newbery Honor novel The Night Diary, by acclaimed author Veera HiranandaniAt the turn of the new year in 1948, Amil and his family are trying to make a home in India, now independent of British rule.Both Muslim and Hindu, twelve-year-old Amil is not sure what home means anymore. The memory of the long and difficult journey from their hometown in what is now Pakistan lives with him. And despite having an apartment in Bombay to live in and a school to attend, life in India feels uncertain.Nisha, his twin sister, suggests that Amil begin to tell his story through drawings meant for their mother, who died when they were just babies. Through Amil, readers witness the unwavering spirit of a young boy trying to make sense of a chaotic world, and find hope for himself and a newly reborn nation.
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You, Your Husband and His Mother - Tracy Dalgleish
Break unhealthy patterns, set boundaries, and resolve conflicts with your mother-in-law, for a stronger marriage and a happier lifeYou don t just marry your spouse, you marry their family - and dealing with your in-laws isn t always easy. Women in particular often find themselves trapped in a toxic cycle with their mothers-in-law, doomed to feel like either a victim or a villain no matter what they do. In this indispensable resource, clinical psychologist and couples therapist Dr Tracy Dalgleish helps women step outside the victim/villain binary and forge a healthy relationship with their mother-in-law that aligns with and prioritizes their marriage and overall well-being. Using Dr Tracy s tried-and-true, five-step VAULT method, readers will learn the type of MIL they have, help develop mutual respect for boundaries, and most of all, feel like they re on the same team, with their partner and with the larger family. Reclaim your power, strengthen your relationship, and solve your in-law problems once and for all withâ ¯You, Your Husband, and His Mother.
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The Saint, the Surfer and the CEO - Robin Sharma
Release any concerns that you have about this path you re about to walk on, and just go into it with the curiosity of a child, knowing that you ll come out on the other side as a new person, or to be more accurate, far more of the person who you truly are and have been created to be. Jack Valentine seemed to have it all. He made good money as an adman, and looked good doing it. He had a hot apartment, cool friends, even a slick car-at least until the hectic Monday morning a truck smashed into it, sending the critically injured Jack to the hospital.Everything happens for a reason, though, and Jack s reason reveals itself in the silver-haired cancer patient who becomes his roommate one evening. The elderly man, Cal, shares his life story-one not dissimilar to Jack s-of material wealth masking a gaping hole within. Cal ultimately found salvation through philosophy ( the love of wisdom ), and now offers to help Jack by prepping the younger man for the Final Questions we all must face: Have I lived wisely? Have I loved well? Have I served greatly?Presenting Jack with three plane tickets, each accompanied by a map marked with a red X, Cal sends Jack to meet with three great teachers, each of whom will help Jack answer one of the Final Questions-just as they once helped Cal. First, in Rome, Jack will meet the Saint. Then a haunted beach in Hawaii introduces him to the Surfer. And finally the grandeur of New York City sets the stage for his last encounter: with the CEO. Along the way, Jack will learn to do his interior work, discover that our negative traits offer gateways to higher versions of ourselves, and understand that figuring things out in your head can distract you from the powerful whispers of your heart. Join Jack on his journey and step into the you that you were always meant to be.
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The Gavin and Stacey Quiz Book - Joe Shooman
What s occurring? Welcome to a celebration of the much-loved BBC comedy show, Gavin and Stacey. In this quiz book for family and friends of all ages there are over 500 questions all about our favourite TV smash. Do you know your Nessa from your Smithy, your Barry Island from your Billericay? What about Uncle Bryn? Pam and Mick? The current state of Pete and Dawn s marriage? And which character is obsessed with omelettes? Containing oodles of hilarious family-friendly challenges, dares, and party games - who can do the best impression of Nessa? Can you draw Bryn and Jason on their notorious fishing trip? Let the laughter begin! Test your knowledge and treat your loved ones this Christmas.
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Uncle Scrooge and The Infinity Dime Gallery Edition - Carl Barks, Jason Aaron
For the first time ever, Marvel and Disney team up in the realm of comics to bring you the story of the century starring Scrooge McDuck! It s the story you never expected! One of the greatest characters in the history of comics leaps into his most epic adventure yet, in the mighty manner only Marvel can deliver! When Uncle Scrooge s fabled money bin gets stolen by a shocking culprit, the world s toughest duck must undertake a quest unlike any other, alongside a surprising array of allies: other versions of himself! And it s all from the imaginations of Marvel mainstay writer Jason Aaron (Thor, Avengers) and a cadre of celebrated Scrooge artists! Also re-presenting the classic Christmas On Bear Mountain, the first appearance of Scrooge McDuck by the legendary Disney Comics creator Carl Barks! Collecting: Uncle Scrooge and the Infinity Dime (2024) 1
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13+ Maths Revision Guide for the Common Entrance Exams - CGP Books
This fantastic Revision Guide covers everything students need to know for the ISEB 13+ Maths exams. Everything s explained with clear, concise notes that cover every topic for Core and Additional Level! Plus, there s a generous helping of exam-style questions and fully worked answers to help you prepare for the Common Entrance Exams. A unique code in the front of the book gives you access to the free Online Edition of the whole book on your PC, Mac or tablet. And if you re looking for more exam-style practice, try CGP s matching 13+ Maths Exam Practice Workbook (9781789087963).Please note this book does not include any official material and is not endorsed by ISEB (Independent Schools Examinations Board).
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The Secret Messenger - Mandy Robotham
The highly awaited new novel from the internationally bestselling author of The German Midwife (also published as A Woman of War).Venice, 1943The world is at war, and Stella Jilani is leading a double life. By day she works in the lionâ ™s den as a typist for the Reich; by night, she risks her life as a messenger for the Italian resistance. Against all odds, Stella must impart Nazi secrets, smuggle essential supplies and produce an underground newspaper on her beloved typewriter.But when German commander General Breugal becomes suspicious, it seems he will stop at nothing to find the mole, and Stella knows her future could be in jeopardy.London, 2017Years later, Luisa Belmont finds a mysterious old typewriter in her attic. Determined to find out who it belonged to, Luisa delves into the past and uncovers a story of fierce love, unimaginable sacrifice and, ultimately, the worst kind of betrayalâ ¦Set between German-occupied 1940s Venice and modern-day London, this is a fascinating tale of the bravery of everyday women in the darkest corners of WWII, for readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris.Praise for The Secret Messenger:â ˜Intriguing, pacy and fascinating.â ™ Suzanne Goldring, author of My Name is Evaâ ˜Unique, emotional and life-affirming.â ™ Melanie Hudson, author of The Last Letter from Julietâ ˜A beautifully written novel, perfect for historical fiction lovers.â ™ Soraya M. Lane, bestselling author of The Girls of Pearl Harborâ ˜Another fantastic page-turner.â ™ LP Fergusson, author of A Dangerous Act of Kindnessâ ˜I felt I was walking alongside Stella over bridges and along canals at every heartstopping momentâ ¦ Wonderful.â ™ Molly Green, author of An Orphanâ ™s Wishâ ˜One of the stronger novels that pays homage to the women involved in the movements of resistance.â ™ Reader reviewâ ˜Refreshingly different. Even if you think you have read enough war books this year I strongly recommend you read this one.â ™ Reader reviewâ ˜If you like WWII stories, this is a must read.â ™ Reader reviewâ ˜Marvellous and highly recommended story on a little known aspect of World War II.â ™ Reader reviewâ ˜The characters are well thought out, the historical background is vivid and well described, and the plot is gripping.â ™ Reader review
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Origami for Children - Mari Ono, Roshin Ono
Origami for Children is the perfect introduction to origami, the fun Japanese papercraft for parents and children of all agesDivided into six sections, the projects cover a fun range of themes, from classic origami designs such as animals to party decorations and modern vehicles. There’s even a project showing how to create the classic Japanese arcade character Pacman. You’ll be amazed at how much you can make with just a few simple folds. Every stage is described in a series of clear step-by-step photographs, showing all the techniques you will need to complete each of these great designs. Also included is a specially designed pack of origami paper with enough pieces to complete all the projects, so you can start making your own amazing creations straight away.
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I Will Come Back for You - Daniel Huhn
#39;Extraordinary ... one of the most moving and uplifting stories of the war #39; Keith Lowe #39;A remarkable book #39; - The TelegraphA gripping account of hidden identity, military courage, and an against-all-odds reunion.Four days after Germany #39;s surrender in May 1945, a young British officer headed east into Germany. But this was no ordinary soldier. Manfred Gans was searching for his family. As a Jewish boy in Nazi Germany, he fled to England. Once he could, he enlisted, serving in the elite British #39;Three Troop #39; unit, comprised of German-speaking refugees, and joined the D-Day landings.Working undercover, he gained vital intelligence, liberated occupied France and the Netherlands, and saved lives on both sides. Meanwhile, he dreamed of a reunion with his family trapped behind enemy lines, and with his childhood sweetheart, Anita.As the war ended, chaos reigned in Germany: defeated Wehrmacht soldiers faced columns of U.S. and British soldiers, concentration camp survivors encountered SS guards, and Soviet military roadblocks controlled the route east. Manfred overcame them all, finally reaching the place his parents were last seen: Theresienstadt ...Translated by Rachel Stanyon
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I Will Come Back for You - Daniel Huhn
#39;Extraordinary ... one of the most moving and uplifting stories of the war #39; Keith Lowe #39;A remarkable book #39; The TelegraphA gripping account of hidden identity, military courage, and an against-all-odds reunion.Four days after Germany #39;s surrender in May 1945, a young British officer headed east into Germany. But this was no ordinary soldier. Manfred Gans was searching for his family. As a Jewish boy in Nazi Germany, he fled to England. Once he could, he enlisted, serving in the elite British #39;Three Troop #39; unit, comprised of German-speaking refugees, and joined the D-Day landings.Working undercover, he gained vital intelligence, liberated occupied France and the Netherlands, and saved lives on both sides. Meanwhile, he dreamed of a reunion with his family trapped behind enemy lines, and with his childhood sweetheart, Anita.As the war ended, chaos reigned in Germany: defeated Wehrmacht soldiers faced columns of U.S. and British soldiers, concentration camp survivors encountered SS guards, and Soviet military roadblocks controlled the route east. Manfred overcame them all, finally reaching the place his parents were last seen: Theresienstadt ...Translated by Rachel Stanyon
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Dobývání marnosti - Werner Herzog
Červen 1979: Werner Herzog se vydává do jihoamerické džungle natočit film Fitzcarraldo, příběh muže, sen a jeho realizaci. Natáčení se mění v dobrodružství: Deník Wernera Herzoga Dobývání marnosti je záznamem existenciálního zážitku a pokračujícího konfliktu s představitelem hlavní role Klausem Kinským, který se stále hlouběji dostává do své role Fitzcarralda. Werner Herzog (5. září 1942), vlastním jménem Werner H. Stipeti?, se narodil chorvatským rodičům v Mnichově, ale vyrůstal v malé bavorské vesničce nedotčené moderními technologiemi. Ve dvanácti letech poprvé viděl promítat film a ve čtrnácti začal pěšky poznávat Německo. Studoval literaturu a historii v Mnichově, později absolvoval filmový seminář v Pittsburghu na Duquesne University. Studia však nedokončil a namísto toho cestoval a živil různými pracemi včetně jezdce na rodeu. V roce 1963 založil produkční společnost Werner Herzog Film Production, aby si udržel nezávislost. Za svou filmovou kariéru natočil více než padesát filmů. Působil však také jako spisovatel, herec, scénarista a operní režisér. Spolupracoval mimo jiné s divadlem v Bayreuthu a milánské La Scale. V jeho hraných i dokumentárních filmech a knihách se odrážejí Herzogovy sympatie k zvláštnímu a ojedinělému způsobu života často na odlehlých místech naší planety nebo mimo normy moderní západní společnosti
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Conquest of the Useless - Werner Herzog
A fever-dream journal documenting the making of cinemaâ ™s most infamous production, from the world s most infamously visionary director: Werner Herzog. In 1982, the visionary film director, Werner Herzog, released Fitzcarraldo, a lavish film about a would-be rubber baron who pulls a 320-ton steamship over a mountain. Hailed instantly by critics around the globe as a masterpiece, Fitzcarraldo won Herzog the 1982 Outstanding Director Prize at the Cannes Film Festival, affirming Herzog s reputation as one of the most revered and enigmatic filmmakers of his time. Conquest of the Useless is the diary Herzog kept during the making of Fitzcarraldo, compiled from June 1979 to November 1981. Emerging as if out of an Amazonian fever dream during filming, Herzog s writings are an extraordinary documentary unto themselves, providing a glimpse into the mind of a genius during the making of one of his greatest achievements. â ˜Hypnotic... It is ever tempting to try to fathom [Herzogâ ™s] restless spirit and his determination to challenge fateâ ™ New York Times
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The Future of Truth - Werner Herzog
What if a lie is told to reveal some underlying truth? Are feelings that seem inappropriate, such as hysteria following the death of a celebrity, any less true than the grief we feel over the death of a loved one? Even if the plot of an opera seems preposterous, can’t it still express emotions that ring true with the audience?At the heart of this fascinating and iconoclastic book lies Werner Herzog’s concept of ‘ecstatic truth’ – a truth that is often hidden behind the facts and our conceptions of reality but can be gleaned through the poetic imagination, in art, literature and cinema, when we open ourselves up to an aesthetic experience. Written in Herzog’s inimitable style, these stories, anecdotes and reflections take us from present-day deep fakes and the opportunities and perils of AI to ancient Egypt and Rome, where rulers resorted to lies and propaganda in the same way as governments do today; from Scott and Amundsen’s race to the South Pole to alien abduction claims and the making of Herzog’s own films. With its singular vision and unique voice, The Future of Truth is a compelling meditation on the relationship between fact and fiction – evidence and imagination – by one of today’s most fascinating and idiosyncratic thinkers.
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Of Walking In Ice - Werner Herzog
A poetic meditation on life and death, by one of the most renowned and respected film-makers and intellectuals of our time.In November 1974, when Werner Herzog was told that his mentor Lotte Eisner, the film-maker and critic, was dying in Paris, he set off to walk there from Munich, â ˜in full faith, believing that she would stay alive if I came on footâ ™. Along the way he recorded what he saw, how he felt, and what he experienced, from the physical discomfort of the journey to moments of rapture. It is a remarkable narrative â “ part pilgrimage, part meditation, and a confrontation between a great German Romantic imagination and the contemporary world. This edition of the book is being published for the first time as a classic piece of proto-psychogeography, to coincide with the fortieth anniversary of the legendary directorâ ™s walk.
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Každý za sebe a Bůh proti všem - Werner Herzog
Paměti Wernera Herzoga líčí v 36 krátkých pasážích scény a obrazy z neuvěřitelně bohatého autorova života, doplněné jeho krátkými úvahami. Zachycují život v rozpětí jednoho století, který by se nevešel ani do jednoho z jeho slavných filmů. Mladý, věčně hladový Herzog, s nímž matka uprchla z rozbombardovaného Mnichova do chudičké vsi v Alpách, vyroste v mladíka toulajícího se osaměle světem, na něhož záhy číhá v nejzazších končinách Egypta v horečkách smrt. Je to nadšenec a ctižádostí poháněný individualista, který uprostřed džungle tiše rozmlouvá s rozběsněným Klausem Kinským a rozpláče se u smrtelného lože přítele Bruce Chatwina. Ať už mluví o situacích během natáčení, jež občas ohrožují i životy ostatních, nebo o svém vztahu s Kinským, vždy jsou ve hře riziko a silné emoce. Tato kniha plná nespoutané touhy po životě a údivu nad naším nádherným světem je skutečnou literární událostí
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All The Things I Say to God - Tanner Olson
2025 Christlit Book Award WINNER!By popular poet, writer, and speaker Tanner Olson, All the Things I Say to God explores the profound world of prayer and shows children that heartfelt conversations with God can occur anywhere, anytime, and about anything.Abby has been praying with her parents for as long as she can remember. They pray together before meals and before bed, on good days and tough days. Then one day Abby asks a simple question: “Mom, can I pray to God all by myself?”Follow Abby on her journey of faith as she discovers how to express her gratitude, ask questions, pray for others, and use silence to communicate with God. Led by her own curiosity, she finds out that you can pray for anything and everything—God’s love knows no bounds.All the Things I Say to God is for:Children with budding faith who want to know more about how to talk to God.Families who want to start conversations with children about prayer.Churches and ministries with missions to develop the spiritual lives of children.Fans of Tanner Olson and his writing. Young readers will be captivated by this story as they realize that, like Abby, they too can talk to God about anything, all by themselves.
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Listening for God in Torah and Creation - Jonathan Wittenberg
#39;The essence of Jewish life is not the bland performance of the Torah #39;s commandments, but rather love of Torah and the way of life to which it is the guide. #39; Tap into the wisdom of one the world #39;s ancient religions by meditating on Rabbi Wittenberg #39;s engaging, contemporary, spiritual, social and ethical insights to the Torah. Rooted in decades of devoted immersion in Jewish learning, humanist literature, concern for people at all ages and stages of life, environmental activism and a love of nature, Rabbi Wittenberg offers wisdom relevant to Jews, Christians and spiritual seekers of all and no faiths. Over the hundred and more passages, key issues considered include: Compassion and kindness; Creation and wonder; Emotional struggles; Environment and our relationship to nature; Ethical challenges; Illness and suffering; Identity and community; Justice and Social Justice; Refugees and strangers; Remorse and repentance; Responsibility; Searching for meaning; Seeking God.
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The Man Who Stole Himself - Gísli Pálsson
The life story of Hans Jonathan, Iceland s first Black citizen. The island nation of Iceland is known for many things⠔majestic landscapes, volcanic eruptions, distinctive seafood⠔but racial diversity is not one of them. So the little-known story of Hans Jonathan, a free Black man who lived and raised a family in early nineteenth-century Iceland, is improbable and compelling, the stuff of novels. In The Man Who Stole Himself, Gisli Palsson lays out the story of Hans Jonathan (also known as Hans Jónatan) in stunning detail. Born into slavery in St. Croix in 1784, Hans was taken as a slave to Denmark, where he eventually enlisted in the navy and fought on behalf of the country in the 1801 Battle of Copenhagen. After the war, he declared himself a free man, believing that he was due freedom not only because of his patriotic service, but because while slavery remained legal in the colonies, it was outlawed in Denmark itself. He thus became the subject of one of the most notorious slavery cases in European history, which he lost. Then Hans ran away⠔never to be heard from in Denmark again, his fate unknown for more than two hundred years. It⠙s now known that Hans fled to Iceland, where he became a merchant and peasant farmer, married, and raised two children. Today, he has become something of an Icelandic icon, claimed as a proud and daring ancestor both there and among his descendants in America. The Man Who Stole Himself brilliantly intertwines Hans Jonathan⠙s adventurous travels with a portrait of the Danish slave trade, legal arguments over slavery, and the state of nineteenth-century race relations in the Northern Atlantic world. Throughout the book, Palsson traces themes of imperial dreams, colonialism, human rights, and globalization, which all come together in the life of a single, remarkable man. Hans literally led a life like no other. His is the story of a man who had the temerity⠔the courage⠔to steal himself.
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Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 8 Year Old - Clive Gifford
Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes â “ fully illustrated throughout!Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs?Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles â “ and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more!Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training.Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books:Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 7 Year OldAmazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 9 Year OldAmazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 10 Year Old
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The Story of God and Us - Jonathan Murphy
Pastor and author Jonathan Murphy provides readers with a framework—a master plot—to the story of all history. This deep exploration of Scripture reveals that God is in complete command of this universe and how He guides everyone s story: past, present, and future. Good stories make you laugh, cry, fear, dream, hope. They engage our hearts, entertain our minds, and enlighten our souls. God wrote a story—the best story ever!—full of drama, adventure, love, sacrifice, redemption, and has an ending that seems too good to be true. And the greatest thing about God s story is that we are all part of it. His story provides the meaning of life that brings fulfillment of our desires and purpose for our existence.? The Story of God and Us shows not only what God is doing from creation to eternity, but how everything makes sense as you read the Bible from the beginning of Genesis to the end of Revelation. World history is not made up of random people and events but of divine appointment and purpose. In this book, Jonathan Murphy leads readers to understand how: the meaning of life is essential to a fulfilling relationship and partnership with God; God accomplishes His plans in a pleasing and connecting way; a multidimensional view of Scripture can engage and delight even the most disinterested and distracted; and seeing the big picture can provide a fresh look at how our story clearly fits into God s. As Jonathan retells God s story through a fresh lens, Christians will better understand how much God loves them, how He desires us to live with Him and for Him, and why we should invite others into this amazing story every chance that we get!
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God Above All - Zondervan
We all yearn for greater contentment. We try new planners, new apps, new jobs, new diets, and new relationships hoping that one more change will finally make our lives feel right. But no matter what we do, the peace we seek feels out of reach. How can we find the meaning and purpose we long for? Fourth-century philosopher and theologian St. Augustine asked the same question.God Above All, compiled from St. Augustine’s most-influential works, includes:90 devotions to learn the life-altering love of GodHow to change your heart and desire God above allAncient writings made accessible and applicable for modern readersShort excerpts from St. Augustine’s works, such as Confessions and The City of GodPractical prompts to apply Augustine’s insightsThis 90-day devotional is a heartfelt gift for:Men and women who want to experience life with fresh eyesReaders across all denominations and faith backgroundsAnyone who longs to grow in faith but doesn’t know where to startFather’s Day, birthdays, Christmas, and for anyone interested in learning more about St. Augustine’s teachings about making God the center of allWhether you are seeking guidance in making God a priority in your relationships, your work, or your daily decisions, God Above All is the perfect book to inspire you to discover the delight of glorifying your Creator in every moment of your life.
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Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 6 Year Old - Clive Gifford
Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes – fully illustrated throughout!Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs?Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles – and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more!Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training.Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books:Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 7 Year OldAmazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 8 Year OldAmazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 9 Year Old
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Ladybird Songs and Rhymes for Every Day - Ladybird
A beautifully illustrated collection of over 100 well-loved classic songs and nursery rhymes for every part of your childâ ™s day. Every time we share these songs and rhymes with children, we create a bond. We make a bit of trust, a bit of care, a bit of love between us. Children need this in order to thrive and grow. Michael Rosen.Ladybird Songs and Rhymes for Every Day will show parents and carers how they can add songs into their everyday routine. These well-known songs are arranged into different times of the day â “ from morning and mealtimes to play time, bath and bed time â “ so you can use this book to fill your childâ ™s day with lots of musical moments!Daniela Sosaâ ™s beautiful artwork bring each song to life and makes this the perfect gift for babies and toddlers.Featuring beloved classics including Humpty Dumpty, Little Miss Muffet, Hickory Dickory Dock, Jack and Jill, Doctor Foster, Old MacDonald Had A Farm, Hot Cross Buns, I Can Sing A Rainbow, Wind the Bobbin Up, Mary Had A Little Lamb, Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush, The Wheels on the Bus, Incy Wincy Spider, Old King Cole, Five Fat Sausages and many more!
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Faith, Doubt, and God`s Mysterious Timing â
When God s Plan Is UnclearWhat in the world is God doing? It s easy to wonder this. We are living in an unfolding story, and it s hard to hold on when difficult circumstances linger, or your deepest prayer hangs in the air, seemingly unanswered. Thankfully the Bible is filled with people who experienced the same thing. They had to learn to trust God s way and timing--and their stories give us insights to live that way too.Mining often-overlooked passages of Scripture, Laurie Polich Short has unearthed 30 practical, encouraging gems of wisdom found in the faith and lives of biblical heroes to help you · see more of God s work as it unfolds in your life· have hope in circumstances that previously felt hopeless· be more comfortable--and possibly even excited--to lean into the unknownHere is your compass to living your story well when the way forward is unclear. Why, God? What are you doing, God? Questions at the crossroads of faith and doubt can lead us to dead ends or to new vistas. Laurie s brilliant, biblical insights will help you see the map from God s mysterious perspective. --JOHN BURKE, New York Times bestselling author of Imagine Heaven
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Working for God in a Godless World Vol. 3 - Aoi Akashiro, Sonsho Hangetsuban
Working for God in a Godless World Volume 3 continues the adventures from the hit anime on Crunchyroll. Yukito faces powerful opposition in his quest to protect his new world and home, alongside the God Mitama, whom he despises.In the third instalment, as Yukito and Mitama continue to build their following, they receive word of a possible new god Dakini, taking the other villages by storm, which can only mean one thing: less worshipping for YukitoÂ’s cult.Our heroes take to the classroom to learn new, old ways to dismantle a rival group and secure the following for themselves! They decide to covertly infiltrate DakiniÂ’s cult and usurp the power she holds, but the looming threat of being found out as well as DakiniÂ’s mystical powers to charm and seduce stand in their way.Aoi AkashiroÂ’s incredible storytelling, as shown in renowned anime Classroom of the Elite and Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE, delves deep into existential themes while delivering heart-wrenching moments and thrilling action. Fans of the hit 12-part anime adaptation will be able to see the raw and uncut origins of their favorite characters.Readers are catapulted into barren worlds and enthralled by godly powers, as Sonsho HangetsubanÂ’s intriguing art and AkashiroÂ’s intricate narrative provides the audience with the chance to join Yukito and Mitama on their quest for truth and survival in a world where gods and mortals collide.
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A Short History of European Law - Tamar Herzog
A Short History of European Law brings to life 2,500 years of legal history, tying current norms to the circumstances of their conception. Tamar Herzog describes how successive legal systems built upon one another, from ancient times through the European Union. Roman law formed the backbone of each configuration, though the way it was used and reshaped varied dramatically from one century and place to the next. Only by considering Continental civil law and English common law together do we see how they drew from and enriched this shared tradition. â œA remarkable achievement, sure to become a go-to text for scholars and students alikeâ ¦ A must-read for anyone eager to understand the origins of core legal concepts and institutionâ ”like due process and rule of lawâ ”that profoundly shape the societies in which we live today.â â ”Amalia D. Kessler, Stanford Universityâ œA fundamental and timely contribution to the understanding of Europe as seen through its legal systems. Herzog masterfully shows the profound unity of legal thinking and practices across the Continent and in England.â â ”Federico Varese, Oxford Universityâ œRequired reading for Americanists North and South, and indeed, for all of us inhabiting a postcolonial world deeply marked by the millennia of legal imaginings whose dynamic transformations it so lucidly charts.â â ”David Nirenberg, University of Chicago
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Waiting for God - Simone Weil
You cannot get far in these essays without sensing yourself in the presence of a writer of immense intellectual power and fierce independence of mind. - Janet Soskice, from the Introduction to the Routledge Classics editionSimone Weil (1909â “1943) is one of the most brilliant and unorthodox religious and philosophical thinkers of the twentieth century. She was also a political activist who worked in the Renault car factory in France in the 1930s and fought briefly as an anarchist in the Spanish Civil War. Hailed by Albert Camus as the only great spirit of our times, her work spans an astonishing variety of subjects, from ancient Greek philosophy and Christianity to oppression, political freedom and French national identity. Waiting for God is one of her most remarkable books, full of piercing spiritual and moral insight. The first part comprises letters she wrote in 1942 to Jean-Marie Perrin, a Dominican priest, and demonstrate the intense inner conflict Weil experienced as she wrestled with the demands of Christian belief and commitment. She then explores the just balance of the world, arguing that we should regard God as providing two forms of guidance: our ability as human beings to think for ourselves; and our need for both physical and emotional matter. She also argues for the concept of a sacred longing ; that humanity s search for beauty, both in the world and within each other, is driven by our underlying desire for a tangible god. Eloquent and inspiring, Waiting for God asks profound questions about the nature of faith, doubt and morality that continue to resonate today.This Routledge Classics edition includes a new Introduction by Janet Soskice and retains the Foreword to the 1979 edition by Malcolm Muggeridge.
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Against Interpretation and Other Essays - Susan Sontagová
A series of provocative discussions on everything from individual authors to contemporary religious thinking, Against Interpretation and Other Essays is the definitive collection of Susan Sontag s best known and important works published in Penguin Modern Classics.Against Interpretation was Susan Sontag s first collection of essays and made her name as one of the most incisive thinkers of our time. Sontag was among the first critics to write about the intersection between high and low art forms, and to give them equal value as valid topics, shown here in her epoch-making pieces Notes on Camp and Against Interpretation . Here too are impassioned discussions of Sartre, Camus, Simone Weil, Godard, Beckett, Lévi-Strauss, science-fiction movies, psychoanalysis and contemporary religious thought. Originally published in 1966, this collection has never gone out of print and has been a major influence on generations of readers, and the field of cultural criticism, ever since. Susan Sontag (1933-2004) was born in Manhattan and studied at the universities of Chicago, Harvard and Oxford. She is the author of four novels - The Benefactor, Death Kit, The Volcano Lover and In America, which won the 2000 US National Book Award for fiction - a collection of stories, several plays, and six books of essays, among them Illness as Metaphor and AIDS and Its Metaphors. Her books are translated into thirty-two languages. In 2001 she was awarded the Jerusalem Prize for the body of her work, and in 2003 she received the Prince of Asturias Prize for Literature and the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade. If you enjoyed Against Interpretation and Other Essays, you might like Sontag s On Photography, also available in Penguin Modern Classics. A dazzling intellectual performance Vogue Sontag offers enough food for thought to satisfy the most intellectual of appetites The Times
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God Is ... all You Need - Elijah Adkins
God is. . . everything you need for life, now and forever.  This devotional for men highlights one hundred powerful attributes of our amazing God, includingHis holinessHis eternalityHis loveHis righteousnessHis mercyHis “omnis”—omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence Each reading unpacks the trait through what God has revealed in His own Word, with scripture quoted from BarbourÂ’s fresh-yet-familiar Simplified King James Version.  Devotional takeaways are applicable to men of all ages, showing how GodÂ’s characteristics provide encouragement, wisdom, and strength for your daily life. Â
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Finding God in All Things - Brian Grogan
Fr Brian Grogan has written an extraordinary book for ordinary people. In simple, clear language he shows how God is involved in all the details of our lives. God does not blush easily at our faults, he writes. In failure or in success, every individual remains uniquely important to God. He waits for us, searches for us, and cares for us; always drawing us to the person of Jesus, who offers himself as our constant companion on our pilgrim way and who helps us to shape our world by making wise decisions.
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My School Governance Handbook: Keeping it simple, a step by step guide and checklist for all school governors - Al Kingsley
With nearly two decades of school governance experience across Infant, Primary, Secondary, All Through and Alternative Provision schools and academies, distilled into an easy-to-read format, Al Kingsley s My School Governance Handbook aims to make the complex world of school governance simple and accessible to all. This handbook will take you step by step through the basics of school governance, what the role entails and what you need to know. It explains how schools and multi academy trusts are structured, the key areas of school life you need to understand, relevant questions to ask and finally, includes a handy dictionary to help you navigate your way through all those pesky education acronyms.Including ideas and guidance from other experienced governors across the UK, My School Governance Handbook is the perfect companion for any school governor or trustee.
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God Is... All You Need - Jessie Fioritto
God is. . .everything you needfor life, now and forever.  This devotional for women highlights one hundred powerful attributes of our amazing God, including  His holinessHis eternalityHis loveHis righteousnessHis mercyHis “omnis”—omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence Each reading unpacks the trait through what God has revealed in His own Word, with scripture quoted from BarbourÂ’s fresh-yet-familiar Simplified King James Version.  Devotional takeaways are applicable to women of all ages, showing how GodÂ’s characteristics provide encouragement, wisdom, and strength for your daily life. Â
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Women Food and God - Geneen Roth
Embraced by Oprah, the #1 New York Times bestselling guide that explains the connection between eating and emotion from Geneen Roth—noted authority on mindful eating.No matter how sophisticated or wealthy or broke or enlightened you are, how you eat tells all. After three decades of studying, teaching, and writing about our compulsions with food, bestselling author Geneen Roth adds a powerful new dimension to her work in Women Food and God. She begins with her most basic concept: the way you eat is inseparable from your core beliefs about being alive. Your relationship with food is an exact mirror of your feelings about love, fear, anger, meaning, transformation, and, yes, even God. A timeless and seminal work, Women Food and God shows how going beyond the food and the feelings takes you deeper into realms of spirit and soul—to the bright center of your own life.
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Every Man a Menace - Patrick Hoffman
Patrick Hoffman burst onto the crime fiction scene with The White Van, a captivating thriller set in the back streets of San Francisco, which was named a Wall Street Journal best mystery of the year and was shortlisted for the CWA Ian Fleming Steel Dagger Award. Hoffman returns with Every Man a Menace, the inside story of an increasingly ruthless ecstasy-smuggling ring.San Francisco is about to receive the biggest delivery of MDMA to hit the West Coast in years. Raymond Gaspar, just out of prison, is sent to the city by his boss - still locked up on the inside - to check in on the increasingly erratic dealer expected to take care of distribution. In Miami, meanwhile, the man responsible for shipping the drugs from Southeast Asia to the Bay Area has just met the girl of his dreams - a woman who can t seem to keep her story straight. And thousands of miles away, in Bangkok, someone farther up the supply chain, a former conscript of the Israeli army, is about to make a phonecall that will put all their lives at risk.Stretching from the Golden Triangle of Southeast Asia to the Golden Gate of San Francisco, Every Man a Menace offers an unflinching account of the making, moving and selling of the drug known as Molly - pure happiness sold by the brick, brought to market by bloodshed and betrayal.
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Amos and God
An attractive storybook retelling of the book of Amos which will introduce 7â “10â “yearâ “olds to the major lessons from this minor prophet. Â In a land filled with good things, there lived a shepherd named Amos. God called him to tell His people that He had seen the bad things they were doing â “ and the pain and suffering they caused. Although God had been so kind to Israel, and tried to warn them again and again, they mistreated people and rejected Godâ ™s word. Amos brings them a warning of judgement â “ but also a message of hope. Â Brian Wright and John Brown show how Amosâ ™s prophecy ultimately points to Jesus. Â This minor prophet offers major lessons, teaching readers about repentance and promoting justice, two aspects of the Christian life as essential today as when Amos first wrote.
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Hosea and God
This attractive hardback retelling of the book of Hosea will teach fidelity and instill love in young readers.  God gave Hosea an unusual mission ⠓ to show the people of Israel the depth of God⠙s love by marrying an unfaithful woman. Hosea married Gomer, but she made choices that hurt Hosea deeply, leaving him heartbroken. Yet even in the pain, Hosea⠙s love for Gomer never stopped ⠓ just like God⠙s love for His people never stops.  This minor prophet offers major lessons, teaching reverence and inspiring hope, two aspects of the Christian life as essential today as when Hosea first wrote.  God⠙s Daring Dozen delivers enduring messages that are very much relevant today. These biblically faithful, theologically rich, gospel⠓centered books teach truth, promote virtue, and inspire faith in God and in His Son. The minor prophets offer major lessons for all ages, and their timeless truths are now shared in story book form for the very first time!
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All Against All - Paul Jankowski
Expert....[Jankowski] shrewdly juxtaposes interminable peace and disarmament conferences and political events with the national mood in a dozen countries whose leaders revealed a distressing eagerness to discover the source of their misery in rival nations or undeserving minorities. — Kirkus ReviewsA narrative history, cinematic in scope, of a process that was taking shape in the winter of 1933 as domestic passions around the world colluded to drive governments towards a war few of them wanted and none of them could control.All Against All is the story of the season our world changed from postwar to prewar again. It is a book about the power of bad ideas—exploring why, during a single winter, between November 1932 and April 1933, so much went so wrong. Historian Paul Jankowski reveals that it was collective mentalities and popular beliefs that drove this crucial period that sent nations on the path to war, as much as any rational calculus called “national interest.” Over these six months, collective delusions filled the air. Whether in liberal or authoritarian regimes, mass participation and the crowd mentality ascended. Hitler came to power; Japan invaded Jehol and left the League of Nations; Mussolini looked towards Africa; Roosevelt was elected; France changed governments three times; and the victors of 1918 fell out acrimoniously over war debts, arms, currency, tariffs, and Germany. New hopes flickered but not for long: a world economic conference was planned, only to collapse when the US went its own way.All Against All reconstructs a series of seemingly disparate happenings whose connections can only be appraised in retrospect. As he weaves together the stories of the influences that conspired to lead the world to war, Jankowski offers a cautionary tale relevant for western democracies today. The rising threat from dictatorial regimes and the ideological challenge presented by communism and fascism gave the 1930s a unique face, just as global environmental and demographic crises are coloring our own. While we do not know for certain where these crises will take us, we do know that those of the 1930s culminated in the Second World War.
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Every Man - Dr Jackson Katz
Why have we failed so badly to end menâ ™s violence against women? What can we actually do about it? This insightful, provocative and practical handbook suggests a bold and potentially game-changing solution.Pioneering educator, expert scholar, and activist Jackson Katz has spent the last 30 years educating people around the world on men s violence against women, and advocates that although not all men are part of the problem, every man can -- and should -- be part of the solution.In this galvanizing book, Jackson reveals indispensable everyday tools that will help men from all walks of life become part of the solution to gender-based violence. Find out how to respond when a friend or colleague makes a misogynistic comment; learn how to intervene in incidents that may seem small but can lead to violence; and discover how you can become a role model for boys and men who need positive leadership in their lives.This is the essential reading for every man who wants help build a healthier and safer society.
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