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A Powerful Defense of The Protestant Tradition. Winner of the 2024 Christianity Today Book of the Year Award and Popular Theology category; Winner of Credo Magazine’s Award in Theological RetrievalThere s a movement among evangelicals of exploring the more sacramental, liturgical, and historically-conscious church traditions, including Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. This hunger for historical rootedness is welcome—but unfortunately, many assume that this need can only be met outside of Protestant contexts.In What it Means to Be Protestant, Gavin Ortlund draws from both his scholarly work in church history and his personal experience in ecumenical engagement to offer a much-needed defense of the Protestant tradition.Retrieving classical Protestant texts and arguments, he exposes how many of the contemporary objections leveled against Protestants are rooted in caricature. He shows how historic Protestantism offers the best pathway forward and to historical rootedness for Christians today.In his charitable style, Ortlund demonstrates that the 16th century Reformation represented a genuine renewal of the gospel. This does not entail that Protestantism is without faults. But because it is built upon the principle of semper reformanda (always reforming), Protestantism is capable of reforming itself according to Scripture as the ultimate authority. I find it hard to overstate the importance of this book for every pastor/minister, elder, and serious Bible student that I know. . .This book automatically becomes my new go-to resource explaining Protestantism. It is fantastic, and I thank God for it. . . —Bobby Harrington, co-founder of RENEW.org and Discipleship.org, founding pastor Harpeth Christian Church

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AIGA’s Eye on Design presents a provocative collection of essays and interviews that cover a wide-reaching examination of the profession of design today and its impacts on society and culture. Eye on Design is an editorial platform from AIGA that has, for the last decade, covered the ins and outs of the design industry. From documenting bold new work from global designers to chronicling the field s most critical issues, their reported stories, op-eds, interviews, and conversations help designers make sense of the world and place their profession within a broader context. Weaving together original and previously published content from some of the most important writers in today’s design conversation, this book for designers encapsulates wide-reaching topics that strive to answer an essential question: What does it mean to be a designer today? Organized into three parts—Reflections, Questions, and Ideas—this book covers the most pressing issues and provocations that designers face in our current world, including: The evolution of personal branding Teaching design history The cult of minimalism The perils of hero worship Designers’ role in conspicuous consumption The meaning of visual sustainability And more Contributors include the book s editors, Liz Stinson and Jarrett Fuller, and such outstanding design writers as Rick Poynor, Anne Quito, Briar Levit, Cliff Kuang, and many more. Accessible, engaging, and conversational, What It Means to Be a Designer Today is an enduring resource and vibrant gift book that speaks to design students and educators, working designers of all levels, and anyone interested in graphic design.

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You re autistic - but what does that really mean?Welcome to the ultimate guide to understanding who you are and what it means to be autistic!In this fully illustrated graphic guide to what it means to be autistic and discover the differences between sensory seekers and avoiders, why you might find some things super easy and other things extra challenging and even begin to understand and navigate all of your big (and small) feelings. Best of all, learn what makes you totally unique. You might just come away with some cool facts to share with your friends and family!

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In a time where corruption and confusion have led many to deconstruct or leave the Church entirely, discover the ancient creed that casts a beautiful vision to help you reconstruct your faith and draw you home.The Church today has lost its way. We ve pursued the wrong priorities, put our hope in personalities, and elevated popularity over spiritual maturity. And it s not just the Church that s lost; we are too. As culture wars rage and competing voices argue, many Christians are left asking a basic question, What s a Christian, anyway?Pastor and theologian Glenn Packiam digs back into ancient Christianity to a time like ours to show you the Nicene Creed and discover how you can return to the living heart of what it means to be a Christian.In What s a Christian, Anyway? you will:Discover how the Creed--born in an ancient time of controversy, confusion, and disunity much like today--is not just a statement of beliefs, but a rope to lead us homeExperience an invitation into the mystery and wonder of God through these ancient wordsRediscover a path to becoming faithful witnesses to the way of Jesus as we learn to live into the Creed s beautiful story, stunning hope, and powerful vision of what a Christian is The world yearns for Christ s joy, peace, and hope, but the gospel is only believable if Christians live like it s true. Join this adventure into the heart of authentic Christianity, and rediscover for yourself the fresh, timeless power of our Creed and return to the living heart of what it means to be a Christian.

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⠘Sharp, angry, punchily philosophical and often funny. It basically invents a new type of lifestyle aspiration: deathstyle.⠙ The Times⠘Callender⠙s joyous, thought-provoking book is an account of how his own early encounters with bereavement led to him becoming a new kind of undertaker.⠙ Daily Mail⠘This book is a great work of craft and beauty.⠙ Salena Godden⠘I loved What Remains? Funny, demystifying, but mostly, deeply moving.⠙ Kathy Burke, Actor and Director⠘This compelling personal story of a pioneering punk undertaker is a moving revelation.⠙ Love Reading⠘Inspiring and unforgettable.⠙ John Higgs, author of William Blake vs the WorldDeath has shown me . . . the unbreakable core of love and courage that lies at the heart of what it means to be human.Ru Callender wanted to become an undertaker in order to offer people a more honest experience than the stilted formality of traditional ⠘Victorian⠙ funerals. Driven by raw emotion and the unresolved grief of losing his own parents, Ru brought an outsider, ⠘DIY⠙ ethos to the business of death, combined with the kinship and inspiration he found in rave culture, social outlaws and political nonconformists.Ru has carried coffins across windswept beaches, sat in pubs with caskets on beer-stained tables, helped children fire flaming arrows into their father⠙s funeral pyre, turned modern occult rituals into performance art and, with the band members of the KLF, is building the People⠙s Pyramid of bony bricks in Liverpool ⠓ all in the name of creating truly authentic experiences that celebrate those who are no longer here and those who remain.Radical, poignant, unflinchingly real and laugh-aloud funny, What Remains? will change the way you think about life, death and the human experience.

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Discover what it means to be a young transgender and/or non-binary person in the twenty-first century in this frank and funny guide for 14+ teens, from the author of This Book is Gay. In What s the T?, Stonewall ambassador, bestselling trans author and former PSHE teacher Juno Dawson defines a myriad of labels and identities and offers uncensored advice on coming out, sex and relationships with her trademark humour and lightness of touch. Juno has also invited her trans and/or non-binary friends to make contributions, ensuring this inclusive book reflects as many experiences as possible, and features the likes of Travis Alabanza and Jay Hulme. The companion title to the This Book Is Gay, What s the T? tackles the complex realities of growing up trans with honesty and humour, and is joyfully illustrated by gender non-conforming artist Soofiya.

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Heartbreaking, beautiful and confronting SARAH WINMAN A timely conversation-starter of a book WIZ WHARTON Kept me enthralled until the very last page ROWAN COLEMAN Truly gripping and moving . . . I was hooked LIBBY PAGE Exhilarating and poignant, I devoured it in one go JINI REDDY Brilliant and powerful . . . her best novel yet BIDISHAWhat happened on the road will change them forever...Thirty years ago, Alex, Bonnie and Kevin went on a road trip to the Grand Canyon with their parents. But something cut their journey short, and they never made it there. Something that shifted the dynamic of their family forever.Today, Alex, Bonnie and Kevin might be siblings, but they ve grown apart, each holding heavy secrets close to their chests. When their mother s health takes a turn for the worse, she asks them to relive that old road trip to see her, and they re forced into close quarters once more.As the siblings retrace old steps on an epic journey along Route 66, they are led to finally share the parts of their lives they ve tried to keep hidden. Along the way, they can learn the truth of what really happened in their fractured past - a past they now have the chance to mend.With powerful and beautiful writing (Sarah Pearse, New York Times bestselling author), Winnie M Li weaves an emotive and eye-opening exploration of family, race, growing up, and what it means to be American.***What readers are saying about Winnie Li: Such a compelling and convincing read An excellent, meaty page-turner . . . couldn t put it down! A powerful book. Amazing, incredible and also heartbreaking A brilliantly-written timely book Gripping and hugely enthralling Engaging and intelligent . . . five easy stars! Completely absorbing and unputdownable

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Mark Doty has always felt haunted by Walt Whitmanâ ™s bold, new American voice, and by his equally radical claims about body and soul and what it means to be a self. In What Is the Grass, Doty â “ a poet, a lover of men, a New Yorker, and an American â “ keeps company with Whitman and his mutable, landmark work, Leaves of Grass, tracing the resonances between his own experience and the legendary poetâ ™s life and work.What is it, then, between us? Whitman asks. Dotyâ ™s answer is to explore spaces tied to Whitmanâ ™s life and spaces where he finds the poetâ ™s ghost, meditating on desire, love, and the mysterious wellsprings of the poetâ ™s enduring work. How does a voice survive death? What Is the Grass is a conversation across time and space, a study of the astonishment one poet finds in the accomplishment of another, and an attempt to grasp Whitmanâ ™s deeply hopeful vision of humanity.

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Heartbreaking, beautiful and confronting SARAH WINMAN A timely conversation-starter of a book WIZ WHARTON Kept me enthralled until the very last page ROWAN COLEMAN Truly gripping and moving . . . I was hooked LIBBY PAGE Exhilarating and poignant, I devoured it in one go JINI REDDY Brilliant and powerful . . . her best novel yet BIDISHAWhat happened on the road will change them forever...Thirty years ago, Alex, Bonnie and Kevin went on a road trip to the Grand Canyon with their parents. But something cut their journey short, and they never made it there. Something that shifted the dynamic of their family forever.Today, Alex, Bonnie and Kevin might be siblings, but they ve grown apart, each holding heavy secrets close to their chests. When their mother s health takes a turn for the worse, she asks them to relive that old road trip to see her, and they re forced into close quarters once more.As the siblings retrace old steps on an epic journey along Route 66, they are led to finally share the parts of their lives they ve tried to keep hidden. Along the way, they can learn the truth of what really happened in their fractured past - a past they now have the chance to mend.With powerful and beautiful writing (Sarah Pearse, New York Times bestselling author), Winnie M Li weaves an emotive and eye-opening exploration of family, race, growing up, and what it means to be American.***What readers are saying about Winnie Li: Such a compelling and convincing read An excellent, meaty page-turner . . . couldn t put it down! A powerful book. Amazing, incredible and also heartbreaking A brilliantly-written timely book Gripping and hugely enthralling Engaging and intelligent . . . five easy stars! Completely absorbing and unputdownable

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**DREAM COUNT, the searing, exquisite new novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is out now!**A personal and powerful essay from Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, the bestselling author of Americanah and Half of a Yellow Sun.⠘I would like to ask that we begin to dream about and plan for a different world. A fairer world. A world of happier men and happier women who are truer to themselves. And this is how to start: we must raise our daughters differently. We must also raise our sons differently⠦⠙What does ⠜feminism⠝ mean today?In this personal, eloquently argued essay ⠓ adapted from her much-admired Tedx talk of the same name ⠓ Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie offers readers a unique definition of feminism for the twenty-first century, one rooted in inclusion and awareness. Drawing extensively on her own experiences and her deep understanding of the often masked realities of sexual politics, here is one remarkable author⠙s exploration of what it means to be a woman now ⠓ an of-the-moment rallying cry for why we should all be feminists.⠘The book I d press into the hands of girls and boys, as an inspiration for a future INDEPENDENT

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Who are refugees? Why are they called that word? Why do they need to leave their country?In this simple, graphic and bold picture book for young children, author/illustrator Elise Gravel explores what it means to be a refugee. This book is the perfect tool to introduce an important and timely topic to children.

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What makes us a good friend? And what might make us a not-so-good friend?What can friends do together? And how do we make friends?Best-selling author Molly Potter presents practical advice on helping children understand how to make friends, what it means to be a true friend and how to cope with the tricky parts of friendship. Will You Be My Friend? is ideal for starting conversations about friendship and includes a guide for parents and carers about supporting a child if they are having friendship difficulties.With fun and lively illustrations from Sarah Jennings, this book is both humorous and charming, and prompts children to discuss the idea of friendship with parents and peers. Learning to build and maintain friendships also helps children with important life skills such as sharing, negotiating, empathising and that all-important apology when things go wrong.Letâ ™s Talk books help you start meaningful conversations with your child. Written by an expert and covering topics like feelings, relationships, diversity and mental health, these comforting picture books support healthy discussion right from the start.

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Sit Stay Love offers friendly advice to kids as they build relationships and make new friends What makes a good friend? What if we acted more like a pup? We d learn the world is a magical place, filled with wonder, love, and kindness. Beauty can truly be in everything all around us. With a friendly pup as their guide, children will discover how to look for friendship in the most unexpected places. A heartwarming story that reminds kids to push past differences and look inside our hearts insteadIt doesn t matter how we look, what s our color, or our size. It s what s in our hearts that matters, not what you see with your eyes. Practical advice fills every page for kids to learn from and discover that being a best friend starts with gratitude and empathy. A lovable story that will help your child learn the importance of emotional well-being. A book about being the bestest friend for kids 3 to 8Toddlers and kids can have a difficult time fitting in and making friends with peers around them. Sit Stay Love can help as they navigate what it means to be a good friend, and discover the tools they have already inside them. Parents will love using this easy-to-understand storyline to reaffirm good behavior and faith-centered life lessons. Other books by Chalaine KilduffChalaine Kilduff has been writing stories since she was a little girl, filling notebooks with words and dreaming of becoming a published author. Her dream came true when she penned and published her first book in the series, Sit Stay Love: Life Lessons from a Doggie. Collect both heartwarming books and add them to your bookshelf for the entire family to join!

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Why do we make things? Why do we choose the emotionally and physically demanding work of bringing new objects into the world with creativity and skill? Why does it matter that we make things well? What is the nature of work? And what is the nature of a good life?Whether you re honing your craft or turning your hand to a new skill, discover the true value in what it means to be a craftsman in a mass-produced world.Part memoir, part polemic, part philosophical reflection, this is a book about the process of creation. For woodworker Peter Korn, the challenging work of bringing something new and meaningful into the world through one s own efforts is exactly what generates authenticity, meaning, and fulfilment, for which many of us yearn. This is not a how-to book in any sense, Korn wants to get at the why of craft in particular, and the satisfaction of creative work in general, to understand its essential nature.How does the making of objects shape our identities? How do the products of creative work inform society? In short, what does the process of making things reveal to us about ourselves? Korn draws on four decades of hands-on experience to answer these questions eloquently in this heartfelt, personal and revealing book. If you are in the building trade or just love creating things as a hobby, you will find this book fascinating The Sun

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With large bright eyes and silent flight, the owl is a master of mystery. A bird of superstition and super-intelligence, its gifts are manifold, hidden beneath a sheath of feathers, just as the owl remains out of sight until the call of night beckons. A symbol of wisdom throughout the world, the owl has much to teach us about the secrets of life and living intuitively. Within these pages you will discover the essence of what it means to ‘be more owl’. You’ll see how to enjoy the solace of silence, how to champion your call and how to show the world your true plumage. From learning to tune out the surface noise and listening to the tiny sounds that really count, to surveying the world from on high to see the bigger picture, there are endless ways that we can learn from the wise old owl. You’ll come to relish the shadows of darkness and the opportunities they bring, and like the owl, trust your intuition and follow the signs and synchronicities of the natural world. This book is a celebration of the talents behind the talons and the many-feathered folklore that surrounds this most revered of birds. Lessons, exercises and practical creative suggestions will all help you to find your wisdom and unleash your inner owl.

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A story of courage, heart, of coming back for more, of love and struggle and the power of both Joseph O ConnorA No.1 bestseller, It s Not Yet Dark is an unforgettable book about relationships and family, about what connects and separates us as people and, ultimately, about what it means to be alive.

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A sharp, quirky, intelligent and entertaining collection of essays on what it means to be young-but-not-that-young in the modern world

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Action-packed SF adventure that zings along at hyperluminal speed – Peter F. Hamilton Goodreads Choice Award for Best Science Fiction Novel To Sleep in a Sea of Stars is a masterful epic science fiction novel from the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of the Inheritance Cycle, Christopher Paolini. Kira Navárez dreamed of life on new worlds Now she’s awakened a nightmare During a routine survey mission on an uncolonized planet, Kira finds an alien relic. At first she’s delighted, but elation turns to terror when the ancient dust around her begins to move. As war erupts among the stars, Kira is launched into a galaxy-spanning odyssey of discovery and transformation. First contact isn’t at all what she imagined, and events push her to the very limits of what it means to be human. While Kira faces her own horrors, Earth and its colonies stand upon the brink of annihilation. Now, Kira might be humanity’s greatest and final hope . . .

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â ˜A thrill for the sickos among usâ ™ JIA TOLENTINOâ ˜Utterly inimitableâ ™ RAVEN LEILANIâ ˜Unrelentingly brutal and gut-bustingly funny and spares no oneâ ™ CARMEN MARIA MACHADO Symbiotically serious and funny MEGAN NOLAN The funniest, darkest thing ST VINCENTLONGLISTED FOR THE 2024 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD IN FICTIONAn audacious and original novel-in-stories following a cast of intricately linked characters as rejection throws their lives and relationships into chaos.Sharply observant and outrageously funny, Rejection is a provocative plunge into the thorniest problems of modern life: sex, relationships, identity and the internet.We see a tryhard male feminist s passionate allyship turn to a furious and debilitating nihilism as he realizes, over thirty lonely years, that his feminism isnâ ™t getting him laid; a young womanâ ™s unrequited crush spirals into borderline obsession and the systematic destruction of both her sense of self and her group chat; and witness a shy late bloomerâ ™s flailing efforts at a first relationship lead to a life-upending mistake. As these characters pop up in each otherâ ™s dating apps and social media feeds, or meet in dimly lit bars and bedrooms, they reveal the ways that our delusions can warp our desire for connection.Written with the accomplished authority of a modern classic and the manic intensity of a losersâ ™ manifesto, Rejection by Tony Tulathimutte radically redefines what it means to be rejected by lovers, friends, society and oneself.A Book of the Year in Wall Street Journal, New York Times, New Yorker, NPR, Time Magazine, Vanity Fair, Esquire, Electric Literature and more.â ˜A book of mad, madcap geniusâ ™ GARTH GREENWELLâ ˜Tulathimutte is a big talentâ ™ NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEWâ ˜Blistering â ¦ takes a magnifying glass to the mind in the internet ageâ ™ VOGUEâ ˜Thereâ ™s a volatile thrill to the writing â ¦ snortingly funnyâ ™ WALL STREET JOURNALâ ˜Obsessively readable, acerbic, Foster Wallaceâ “inflectedâ ™ VANITY FAIRâ ˜A master comedian with a virtuoso prose style â ¦ audacious, original and highly disturbingâ ™ NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE

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“Spiritually rewarding and uplifting.” — Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New YorkNew York Times bestselling author and editor at large of America magazine Father James Martin reveals how we can turn to Christ completely in mind, heart, and soul. Martin offers a portrait of Jesus, using his last words on the cross to reveal how deeply he understood our predicaments and shows us what it means to be fully human.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.

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Why the Bible’s call to contentment will bring more satisfaction than the world’s desire for more – and practical steps to finding it. While the Bible not only encourages contentment, but commands it, it can feel like a vague,fleeting, unachievable goal. David Kaywood’s helpful book begins by moulding our understanding of what it means to be content. Do you find yourself worrying, coveting, grumbling, giving way to unrighteous anger, or dwelling unhealthily on the past or the future? You might be discontent – and it might be leading you into all sorts of other sins. He tackles three common areas of discontentment – money and possessions; pain and suffering; success and work – and digs into the reality of our desires.Ultimately, Kaywood invites readers to focus on Jesus: the God who became poor for us and suffered for us, and who calls us to work for him. The final chapter includes eight rules for contentment. These are practical steps you can take to increase the godly satisfaction in your life. The book also includes discussion questions to guide conversations on these issues with friends. If you are looking to live a life of contentment, start by reading this book. Finding biblical contentmentPractical stepsIncludes discussion questions

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The Road Back to God: A Modern Manâ ™s Journey from Darkness to LightIn an age of unprecedented religious interest among men, Joe Barnard provides a compelling roadmap for those curious about Christianity but unsure where to begin. This thoughtful guide meets men where they areâ ”often trapped in materialistic thinking and spiritual numbnessâ ”and leads them stepâ “byâ “step toward authentic faith. Unlike typical religious texts, The Road Back to God doesnâ ™t just provide information; it offers transformation. Barnard masterfully addresses the unique challenges modern men face, from intellectual skepticism to moral uncertainty, while guiding readers through ten crucial milestones on the path to faith. Through clear prose and relatable examples, he helps men navigate questions of meaning, purpose, and spiritual truth. Whether youâ ™re a skeptic intrigued by Christianityâ ™s resurgence, a seeker looking for answers, or someone simply dissatisfied with modern materialism, this book offers a fresh perspective on ancient wisdom. Barnard doesnâ ™t shy away from difficult topics like sin, holiness, and the cross, but presents them in ways that resonate with contemporary minds. This is more than a book about religionâ ”itâ ™s a guide to rediscovering what it means to be fully human in a fragmented world.

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New York Times bestselling team Joanna Ho and Dung Ho present Eyes That Speak to the Stars, companion to the acclaimed Eyes That Kiss in the Corners.“A brilliant treatise to love of self and heritage.” —School Library Journal (starred review)“A beautifully validating book that builds on the necessary work of its predecessor.” —Kirkus“Affirmative poetry about a child’s eyes and the tale they tell about him. An uplifting read.” —BooklistA young boy comes to recognize his own power and ability to change the future. When a friend at school creates a hurtful drawing, the boy turns to his family for comfort. He realizes that his eyes rise to the skies and speak to the stars, shine like sunlit rays, and glimpse trails of light from those who came before—in fact, his eyes are like his father’s, his agong’s, and his little brother’s, and they are visionary.Inspired by the men in his family, he recognizes his own power and strength from within. This extraordinary picture book redefines what it means to be truly you.Eyes That Kiss in the Corners received three starred reviews and was embraced as breathtaking, lyrical, and poignant. This companion volume is sure to be welcomed with equal joy.January/February 2021 Kids’ Indie Next ListAn Amazon January Best Book of the MonthA Bank Street Books Best Children s Book of the Year for ages 5-9 in Family/School/Community Fiction and noted for outstanding merit (2023)

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One of NPR s Best Books of the YearFrom the author of Nothing to Declare, a moving travel narrative examining healing, redemption, and what it means to be a solo woman on the road.In February 2008, a casual afternoon of ice skating derailed the trip of a lifetime. Mary Morris was on the verge of a well-earned sabbatical, but instead she endured three months in a wheelchair, two surgeries, and extensive rehabilitation. One morning, when she was supposed to be in Morocco, Morris was lying on the sofa reading Death in Venice, casting her eyes over these words again and again: “He would go on a journey. Not far. Not all the way to the tigers.” Disaster shifted to possibility and Morris made a decision. When she was well enough to walk again, she would go “all the way to the tigers.” So begins a three-year odyssey that takes Morris to India on a tiger safari in search of the world’s most elusive apex predator. Written in over a hundred short chapters accompanied by the author’s photographs, this travel memoir offers an elegiac, wry, and wise look at a woman on the road and the glorious, elusive creature she seeks.

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“The more we value things outside our control the less control we have” EpictetusEvery one of us will encounter tough times. There’s no escape. This is what it means to be human. But what if there was a way to make these tough times easier?Enter Stoicism.This ancient Greek philosophy has a lot to offer that is as relevant today as it was 2000 years ago – its guiding purpose was to help us to live better lives. The Stoic Golden Rule was that “we can’t control external events, but we can choose how to respond to them”. This idea can have a profound effect on how we exist in the world.Taking Stoic philosophy into the everyday, practical philosopher and adventurer Ben Aldridge, explores the 10 key Stoic guiding principles and how they can help you build a more resilient life.This book isn’t just for philosophizing – it’s a book for doing.Ben also shares a host of challenges that you can use to put Stoicism into practice. These include:Creating your own anti-bucket listIntentionally experiencing voluntary discomfortCultivating a non-judgemental approach to lifeContemplating your own mortality (Memento Mori)“You have the power over your mind – not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength” Marcus Aurelius

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Trace the 50-year success story of BMW’s 3-series in this luxuriously produced and stunningly illustrated volume.From its launch in 1975 with the 316, the 3-series has moved from strength to strength, defining what it means to be a performance sedan/coupe/wagon. Beloved by enthusiasts worldwide, it is the series benchmarked by all other manufacturers. Whether daily driven, tracked, or raced, BMW’s 3-series delivers the goods.BMW 3-Series 50 Years charts the 3-series’ design and technical evolution from the 1970s to today, from the clean, classic two-box design of the E21 and E30 to the handsome E46 to today’s sophisticated G20. The book features:A detailed history of the BMW 3-series by automotive historian and industry analyst Tony Lewin First-person interviews with key designers and engineersPhotography from BMW’s archive as well as commissioned, contemporary photographySidebars diving into interesting stories covering design, related models like the Z cars, and the collector perspectiveThe 3-series is a performance and competition story, as well, with no car more storied, or critical to BMW’s reputation, than its vaunted M3. Racing and M3s play out across the book’s chapters, providing a performance perspective across the 3-series’ 50 years. With decades of showroom, performance, and competition success, BMW’s 3-series, in all its permutations, shows no signs of slowing down. BMW 3-Series 50 Years details the full story in a lively volume deserving space in every enthusiast’s collection.

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A cutting-edge examination of what it means to be human and to have a self in the face of new scientific developments in genetic editing, cloning and neural downloading.After seeing his own cells used to grow clumps of new neurons â “ essentially mini-brains â “ Philip Ball begins to examine the concepts of identity and consciousness. Delving into humanity s deep evolutionary past to look at how complex creatures like us emerged from single-celled life, he offers a new perspective on how humans think about ourselves.In an age when we are increasingly encouraged to regard the self as an abstract sequence of genetic information, or as a pattern of neural activity that might be downloaded to a computer, he return us to the body â “ to flesh and blood â “ and anchors a conception of personhood in this unique and ephemeral mortal coil. How to Build a Human brings us back to ourselves â “ but in doing so, it challenges old preconceptions and values. It asks us to rethink how we exist in the world.

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This summer, 12-year-old Alex is taking over his dad s postal delivery job. What could go wrong? In order to get his family back together, Alex comes up with a brilliant plan: if Dad finally writes the novel he s always talked about, he ll be happier again and his parents will fall back in love. Dad just needs to get away from work for a while to do it.Alex tricks his dad into thinking he s been selected for a creative sabbatical, and starts to do the postal deliveries himself. But it s harder than Alex had ever realized, and there are the bullies who throw his letters in the canal, an overly suspicious boss, and a lot of angry dogs to avoid. He finds unexpected help in Willow, a girl on the canal who offers to share the work ...but has a dark secret that might derail everything. As Alex s ruse starts to fall apart, he needs his dad more than ever. Meanwhile, his dad comes to understand that the thing he needs most isn t publishing a novel ...it s Alex. From the Carnegie nominated author of The Soup Movement Perfect for fans of Frank Cottrell Boyle and Ben Bailey Smith Based on Ben s own experience working as a postal carrier! PRAISE FOR BEN S PREVIOUS BOOK, MY DAD IS DEFINITELY NOT A CRIME LORD In a novel filled with heart and humour, told in the first person, Damian discovers what it means to be a hero. There is a depth to the story which explores themes of masculinity, family and self-awareness with a light touch. - Just Imagine

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The world is overrun with monsters called Nemeses—and a young boy infected by one will stop at nothing to defeat them all!During his ongoing quest for Radiant, Seth is reunited with his long-lost brothers, only to wind up facing a perplexing personal dilemma. He also spends further time in the mystical realm of the Sidh, where he learns more of its mysteries. As for fugitive Inquisition officer Dragunov and his team, they attempt to sabotage the Inquisition’s anti-Fantasia devices and encounter an unexpected enemy—or maybe an ally? Meanwhile, Seth’s friend Doc discovers what it means to be one of the Droplet Kids and learns how they fare in the slums of the great city of Bôme.During his ongoing quest for Radiant, Seth is reunited with his long-lost brothers, only to wind up facing a perplexing personal dilemma. He also spends further time in the mystical realm of the Sidh, where he learns more of its mysteries. As for fugitive Inquisition officer Dragunov and his team, they attempt to sabotage the Inquisition’s an

Objev podobné jako Radiant, Vol. 19 - Tony Valente

Kniha - 496 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Goodreads Choice Award for Best Science Fiction Novel To Sleep in a Sea of Stars is a masterful epic science fiction novel from the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of the Inheritance Cycle, Christopher Paolini. Kira Navárez dreamed of life on new worlds Now she's awakened a nightmare During a routine survey mission on an uncolonized planet, Kira finds an alien relic. At first she's delighted, but elation turns to terror when the ancient dust around her begins to move. As war erupts among the stars, Kira is launched into a galaxy-spanning odyssey of discovery and transformation. First contact isn't at all what she imagined, and events push her to the very limits of what it means to be human. While Kira faces her own horrors, Earth and its colonies stand upon the brink of annihilation. Now, Kira might be humanity's greatest and final hope . . .

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Fabulous, a triumph, and it will remain a favourite forever. CHRIS PACKHAM A miniature masterpiece. THE INDEPENDENT Charming and absorbing. THE TIMESIn celebration of its fifteen year anniversary, and including a new foreword by Helen Macdonald, this multi-award winning account of a close encounter with nature will delight readers everywhere.While an illness keeps her bedridden, Elisabeth Tova Bailey watches a wild snail that has taken up residence in a flowerpot alongside her bed. She enters the rhythm of life of this mysterious creature, and comes to a greater understanding of her own confined place in the world. In a work that beautifully demonstrates the rewards of closely observing nature, she shares the inspiring and intimate story of her connection with Neohelix albolabris â “ a common woodland snail.Intrigued by the snailâ ™s world â “ from its strange anatomy to its mysterious courtship activities â “ she becomes a fascinated and amused observer of the snailâ ™s curious life. The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating reveals how much of the natural world we overlook in our busy daily lives, while affirming the extraordinary life of even the tiniest of species.A remarkable journey of survival and resilience, this beautiful book shows how a small part of the natural world can illuminate our own human existence and deepen our appreciation of what it means to be fully alive.

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Nothing More to Lose is the first collection of poems by Palestinian poet Najwan Darwish to appear in English. Hailed across the Arab world and beyond, Darwish’s poetry walks the razor’s edge between despair and resistance, between dark humor and harsh political realities. With incisive imagery and passionate lyricism, Darwish confronts themes of equality and justice while offering a radical, more inclusive, rewriting of what it means to be both Arab and Palestinian living in Jerusalem, his birthplace.

Objev podobné jako Nothing More To Lose - Najwan Darwish

Heartfelt, honest and hugely comforting. Gavin writes beautifully, weaving calm (and most importantly, joy), through the chaos of modern living. A wise and perspective-shifting guide to making the most of your beautiful life.  Donna Ashworth - Sunday Times bestselling author of Wild Hope and To The Women Not another self-help book promising ⠜five steps to happiness.⠝ This is a wake-up call, a rallying cry, and a much-needed hug all in one. Brace yourself for the book that flips self-help on its head and gives personal growth a much-needed shake-up. Renowned speaker and bestselling author, Gavin Oattes latest release, Confidently Lost, is not your typical guide to happiness. Instead, it s an unfiltered, deeply human exploration of what it means to fall apart and rebuild yourself - messy, unpredictable, and gloriously real. Born out of chaos and a lifequake moment that shattered his world in 2023, Confidently Lost offers a refreshingly honest take on navigating the aftermath of profound disruption. From unpacking the weight of grief to rediscovering joy in the smallest glimmers, Oattes delivers life lessons with humour, warmth, and the kind of raw vulnerability that feels like a friend grabbing you by the shoulders and saying, ⠜You ve got this.⠝ But Confidently Lost isn t just about survival, it s about thriving. Oattes draws readers into powerful reflections, challenging them to ditch perfection, embrace their inner anti-hero, and reclaim the magic of everyday moments. This isn t a book about having all the answers, it s about the courage to admit you re figuring it out as you go, and realising that s more than enough. A Book for Anyone Who s Ever Felt Stuck Using vivid storytelling and laugh-out-loud humour, Confidently Lost tackles universal themes: Letting go of the invisible rucksack of emotional baggage. Smashing the myth of ⠜having it all figured out⠝ and embracing life s chaos. Discovering the beauty in daydreams and the power of stillness. Breaking free from societal expectations (and the tyranny of the Joneses). Reclaiming joy, curiosity, and even the childlike wiggle that comes from pure excitement. Whether you re on the verge of a breakdown, in the middle of a breakthrough, or just figuring out what the hell to do next, Confidently Lost is here to remind you: you re not alone, and you re exactly where you need to be.

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With care and vulnerability, novelist and poet Lang Leav explores what it means to live a purpose-filled life as a woman in search of fulfillment and visibility. Through poetry, micro-essays, and ruminations, Soon It Will Be Sunday delves into the purpose and impact of the interpersonal attachments that women form during different stages of their lives. Internationally bestselling author Lang Leav reflects on the perilous and winding road of being a woman, contending with the conflicting messages we receive from society, and the choices we make that ultimately define us, while also addressing the narrowing options women face with the passing of time. Deeply personal and all too relatable, Soon It Will Be Sunday aims to provide a mirror for women to see and be seen no matter which era of womanhood you are currently navigating.

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There s nobody like Binchy for warming the cockles, and this collection of Christmas stories warms them to white heat Kate Saunders, The TimesChristmas: a time of year when emotions run high and long-held secrets can unexpectedly surface...This Year It Will Be Different powerfully evokes the lives of wives, husbands, children, friends and lovers. As the festivities take hold, there are step-families grappling with exes; long-married couples faced with in-law problems; a wandering husband choosing between the other woman and his wife; a child caught up in a grown-up tug-of-war.Filled with Maeve BInchy s unique warmth, wit and storytelling genius, this collection is the perfect festive treat. We are all in her pages, all of us: mothers, daughters, fathers, sons, husbands, wives, children, friends, lovers ... It is this combination of Maeve s understanding of what it is to be human, and how to cope with life, that makes her so popular Veronica Henry, bestselling author of Christmas at the Beach Hut

Objev podobné jako This Year It Will Be Different - Maeve Binchy

You wake up in the footwell of a mid-sized hatchback somewhere on a highway in outer Bangkok. You compile neurotic spreadsheets of the best â ˜party destinationsâ ™ in Europe, whilst your work emails pile up without ever being read. You quit your job. You launch a banal start-up. You grieve for a past relationship. You stare endlessly at the waves coming in from a beach in Koh Pha Ngan. You vape intensely. You spend money on feelings, on the performance of your own persona, whilst you observe yourself with a detached sense of horror.i will pay to make it bigger is a novella, by poet and artist Ahren Warner, in which â ˜youâ ™ are the main character. Through text and image â “ autofiction, docufiction, and just plain fiction â “ you work your way through a tangle of preoccupations: from what it means to buy enjoyment, to the fragile construction of your own self as a cultural product.i will pay to make it bigger is also a photobook, a collection of images produced whilst living in Thai â ˜party hostelsâ ™. Although these photographs might seem to exist as the documentation of intimate or ecstatic moments, they are in fact quite painstakingly, and artificially, constructed: composited and manipulated from multiple still frames of film footage to produce images that advertise the calculated artifice of their own hedonism, emotion and seemingly raw experience.

Objev podobné jako i will pay to make it bigger - Ahren Warner

Fluffy Pulcino is nearly all grown up. Nearly. But life in your early twenties can be complicated enough without the added quirk of being a bunny trying to function in a human world. I think we’ve all got a inner Fluffy, and reading this might help you get to know yours better... This is a lovely book Philippa PerryNo longer in denial about who he is, Fluffy sets out on the difficult task of finding his place in the world. His attempts at writing a self-help book lead him to reflect on a life plagued by failure - and by having to dodge people who just want to pick him up and stroke his ears. Fluffy’s coming of age is drawn with a heartbreaking veracity that hits its mark when the overtly sweet and fantastical meets with an unswerving ability to voice our darker, more painful truths.How to Make Life Better When It Feels Like it s Getting Worse is an utterly disarming graphic novel, and a buoyant return to a beloved character. Through the unlikely avatar of a small, fluffy bunny and gloriously irreverent storytelling, Simone Lia shows what it means to grow into adulthood, find purpose and live in this world.

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Why are we here? What is the meaning of existence? What truly matters the most in life? To even begin to answer these questions, we must start by exploring our own internal ideals, values, and beliefs. Presenting the unique perspective of respected analyst and author James Hollis, Ph.D., WHAT MATTERS MOST helps readers learn to appreciate (even be amazed by) events unfolding within, even as the external world creates constant struggles.Taking a fresh look at the concept of happiness, Hollis uses a warm, accessible tone to encourage readers to learn to tolerate ambiguity, embrace growth rather than security, respect the power of Eros, engage spiritual crises and acknowledge the shadow of mortality. Providing inspiring wisdom and personal reflections to address our deepest worries, WHAT MATTERS MOST yields far more than mere self-help clichés. Instead, Hollis guides readers in uncovering the heart of the matter, discovering what it means to truly live life to its fullest, most meaningful state-as fully engaged citizens of the world.

Objev podobné jako What Matters Most - James Hollis

AN OPEN FIELD PUBLICATION FROM MARIA SHRIVER. In her unique work as a death doula, Diane Button has had the privilege of guiding clients to a peaceful transition for almost two decades. Each client has imparted wisdom that has left an indelible mark, offering her profound reflections and clarity of what it means to both live well and die well. Now, Diane invites you to share in this journey, offering insights that illuminate the path to a fulfilling life. This poignant collection of stories highlights the powerful lessons Diane has learned from her wisdom keepers, revealing the core elements that contribute to a deep, purposeful existence. Each chapter shares the emotional story of an individual-like Floyd, whose weekly doctor visits show us how small acts of kindness can have a lasting impact, or Rosie, the spirited six-year-old who turns every day into a celebration-illustrating the beauty and fragility of life. Through these heartfelt narratives, readers are encouraged to reassess their priorities, nurture their connections, and pursue their passions with renewed urgency and appreciation. The book culminates with Diane s six reflective questions, along with other practical tools designed to help readers apply these timeless insights to their own lives. What Matters Most is a heartwarming, honest exploration of how to make the most of the precious time we are given.

Objev podobné jako What Matters Most - Diane Button

Amphibians invites further contemplation of female physicality--what it means to reside in a female form. An amphibious aircraft crashes in Maine, a young girl skinny-dips with her elders, a distraught cruise ship dancer boards a water taxi in Grenada, and travelers to Dubai and Abu Dhabi long for familiar oceans; back in New England, small-town artists try to smudge out their tedium with seaside transgressions. Amphibians celebrates home in a cross-cultural way, and the sensation of feeling not quite right in one s own skin, on land and near water, at home and abroad.

Objev podobné jako What Ho! P. G. Wodehouse on Love - Paul Kent

The definitive guide to politics in our polarized times Politics is everywhere. It touches almost every aspect of our lives. And it is present wherever individuals face collective choices. It is hardly surprising, then, that politics so often divides us, above all in an age in which the collective choices we face seem more daunting and more consequential than they have perhaps ever been. Exploring what it means to think politically in these troubled times, this cutting-edge textbook reveals the many dimensions of politics. It does so by opening a series of analytic lenses through which we can make sense of politics and its impact upon societies and individuals. Each chapter, written by a leading scholar in the field, encourages us to view politics in a particular way, making a succinct and focused case for the insight this brings to our understanding of political practice, political behaviour, and political outcomes. Among the perspectives considered are politics as power, politics as moral choice, politics as identification, politics as ritual, politics as rhetoric, and politics as crisis management. Written with the new student in mind, this probing introduction will be essential reading for all those who strive to make sense of politics in today s world.

Objev podobné jako What is Politics? - Colin Hay

You are not alone.We are in this together.This collection from actress Jenna Ortega is filled with her own original quotes and affirmations that will inspire you to lean into faith and love and family during life s most difficult, and most joyous, moments.Jenna has had to balance her acting career, her private life, and public expectations from a young age, and she’s learned that the only way to get through it all is to wake up every morning and affirm her commitment to herself, her faith, her mental health, and her family. In this honest and moving debut, she shares openly and intimately what it means to live this life of self-appreciation.Jenna s vulnerability in her writing will remind readers that there’s power within us all and we are not alone in our struggles.

Objev podobné jako It´s All Love - Jenna Ortega

In her #1 NYT bestsellers, Brené Brown taught us what it means to dare greatly, rise strong and brave the wilderness. Now, based on new research conducted with leaders, change makers and culture shifters, she⠙s showing us how to put those ideas into practice so we can step up and lead. Leadership is not about titles, status and power over people. Leaders are people who hold themselves accountable for recognising the potential in people and ideas, and developing that potential. This is a book for everyone who is ready to choose courage over comfort, make a difference and lead. When we dare to lead, we don t pretend to have the right answers; we stay curious and ask the right questions. We don t see power as finite and hoard it; we know that power becomes infinite when we share it and work to align authority and accountability. We don t avoid difficult conversations and situations; we lean into the vulnerability that⠙s necessary to do good work.But daring leadership in a culture that s defined by scarcity, fear and uncertainty requires building courage skills, which are uniquely human. The irony is that we re choosing not to invest in developing the hearts and minds of leaders at the same time we re scrambling to figure out what we have to offer that machines can t do better and faster. What can we do better? Empathy, connection and courage to start.Brené Brown spent the past two decades researching the emotions that give meaning to our lives. Over the past seven years, she found that leaders in organisations ranging from small entrepreneurial start-ups and family-owned businesses to non-profits, civic organisations and Fortune 50 companies, are asking the same questions: How do you cultivate braver, more daring leaders? And, how do you embed the value of courage in your culture?Dare to Lead answers these questions and gives us actionable strategies and real examples from her new research-based, courage-building programme. Brené writes, ⠘One of the most important findings of my career is that courage can be taught, developed and measured. Courage is a collection of four skill sets supported by twenty-eight behaviours. All it requires is a commitment to doing bold work, having tough conversations and showing up with our whole hearts. Easy? No. Choosing courage over comfort is not easy. Worth it? Always. We want to be brave with our lives and work. It s why we re here.⠙

Objev podobné jako Dare to Lead - Brené Brown

C. S. Lewis here offers wisdom and lessons that illuminate our private dialogue with Godâ ”prayerâ ”in this collection drawn from the breadth of his writings.The revered teacher and bestselling author of such classic Christian works as Mere Christianity and The Screwtape Letters, C. S. Lewis here offers wisdom and lessons that illuminate our private dialogue with Godâ ”prayerâ ”in this collection drawn from the breadth of his writings.C. S. Lewisâ ™s insights on Christianity and his reflections on Christian life continue to guide us more than fifty years after his death. How to Pray showcases Lewisâ ™s enduring wisdom on prayer and its place in our daily lives.Cultivated from his many essays, articles, and letters, as well as his classic works, How to Pray provides practical wisdom and instruction to help readers nurture their spiritual beliefs and embrace prayer in all its forms. While many people would like to speak to God, they often donâ ™t know how to begin. Lewis guides them through the practice, illuminating the significance of prayer and why it is central to faith.A welcome addition to the C. S. Lewis canon, How to Pray offers a deeper understanding of our personal tradition of prayer, our faith, and what is means to be a Christian.

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We re all in Sales now Parents sell their kids on going to bed. Spouses sell their partners on mowing the lawn. We sell our bosses on giving us more money and more time off. And in astonishing numbers we go online to sell ourselves on Facebook, Twitter and online dating profiles. Relying on science, analysis and his trademark clarity of thought, Daniel Pink shows that sales isn t what it used to be. Then he provides a set of tools, tips, and exercises for succeeding on each new terrain: six new ways to pitch your idea, three ways to understand another s perspective, five frames that can make your message clearer, and much more.

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FROM THE PUBLISHER OF DAYS AT THE MORISAKI BOOKSHOP #39;Such a heart-warming, wonderful little read that #39;ll appeal to anyone who understands what it means to fall in love with stories #39; - 5***** Reader ReviewThere #39;s a book written for every one of us... Carl may be 72 years old, but he #39;s young at heart. Every night he goes door-to-door delivering books by hand to his loyal customers. He knows their every desire and preference, carefully selecting the perfect story for each person.One evening as he makes his rounds, nine-year-old Schascha appears. Loud and precocious, she insists on accompanying him - and even tries to teach him a thing or two about books.When Carl #39;s job at the bookstore is threatened, will the old man and the girl in the yellow raincoat be able to restore Carl #39;s way of life, and return the joy of reading to his little European town? THE DOOR-TO-DOOR BOOKSTORE is a heart-warming tale of the value of friendship, the magic of reading, and the power of books to unite us all.Translated by Melody Shaw #39;Moving, poignant and life affirming #39; - 5***** Reader Review #39;Poignant and uplifting, it #39;s truly a book for book lovers everywhere #39; - 5***** Reader Review #39;A balm for the soul #39; - 5***** Reader Review

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I am most grateful for two things: that I was born in North Korea, and that I escaped from North Korea. Yeonmi Park was not dreaming of freedom when she escaped from North Korea. She didn t even know what it meant to be free. All she knew was that she was running for her life, that if she and her family stayed behind they would die - from starvation, or disease, or even execution. This book is the story of Park s struggle to survive in the darkest, most repressive country on earth; her harrowing escape through China s underworld of smugglers and human traffickers; and then her escape from China across the Gobi desert to Mongolia, with only the stars to guide her way, and from there to South Korea and at last to freedom; and finally her emergence as a leading human rights activist - all before her 21st birthday. Clear-eyed and devastating Observer

Objev podobné jako In Order To Live - Yeonmi Park

Renting is a nightmare...Aine should be feeling happy with her life. She s just moved in with Elliot. Their new flat is in an affluent neighbourhood, surrounded by bakeries, yoga studios and organic vegetable shops.They even have a garden. And yet, from the moment they move in, Aine can t shake the sense that there s something not quite right about the place...It s not just the humourless estate agent and nameless landlord: it s the chill that seeps through the draughty windows; the damp spreading from the cellar door; the way the organic fruit and veg never lasts as long as it should. And most of all, it s the upstairs neighbours, whose very presence makes peaceful coexistence very difficult indeed.The longer Aine spends inside the flat - pretending to work from home; dissecting messages from the friends whose lives seem to have moved on without her - the less it feels like home.And as Aine fixates on the cracks in the ceiling, it becomes harder to ignore the cracks in her relationship with Elliott...Brilliantly observed and darkly funny, I Want to Go Home But I m Already There is a ghost story set in the rental crisis. A wonderfully clear-eyed portrait of loneliness, loss and belonging, it examines what it means to feel at home.

Objev podobné jako I Want To Go Home But Im Already There - Roisin Lanigan

Renting is a nightmare...Áine should be feeling happy with her life. She⠙s just moved in with Elliot. Their new flat is in an affluent neighbourhood, surrounded by bakeries, yoga studios and organic vegetable shops. They even have a garden. And yet, from the moment they move in, Áine can t shake the sense that there s something not quite right about the place...It s not just the humourless estate agent and nameless landlord: it s the chill that seeps through the draughty windows; the damp spreading from the cellar door; the way the organic fruit and veg never lasts as long as it should. And most of all, it s the upstairs neighbours, whose very presence makes peaceful coexistence very difficult indeed.The longer Áine spends inside the flat - pretending to work from home; dissecting messages from the friends whose lives seem to have moved on without her - the less it feels like home. And as Áine fixates on the cracks in the ceiling, it becomes harder to ignore the cracks in her relationship with Elliott...Brilliantly observed and darkly funny, I Want to Go Home But I⠙m Already There is a ghost story set in the rental crisis. A wonderfully clear-eyed portrait of loneliness, loss and belonging, it examines what it means to feel at home. Absorbing and eerie ... Full of wry observations about the status markers of modern life ... A hugely enjoyable portrait of the horrors of renting Sunday Times A brilliant satire of London s horrific housing market ... It got under my skin in a way that made me shiver Guardian A document of hellish times and a map of our relationships with others, ourselves, and our demons ⠓ metaphorical and literal New Statesman One of the best things I ve read on the psychological horrors of private renting, and what damp, overpriced flats can do to our emotional lives. Hilarious, horrifying, truly original. I loved it Oisín McKenna, author of Evenings and Weekends Róisín Lanigan has been threatening to be the next great Irish writer for ages, so I m glad she s finally sat down and done it Joel Golby

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A healing book for those in the wake of lifeâ ™s devastating storms.We can never plan for the unexpected turns of this life that sometimes lead to great personal suffering. Sometimes that suffering can overshadow everything and threaten to pull us under. Nancy Guthrie knows what it is to be plunged into lifeâ ™s abyss. Framing her own story of staggering loss and soaring hope with the biblical story of Job, she takes you by the hand and guides you on a pathway through painâ ”straight to the heart of God. Holding On to Hope offers an uplifting perspective, not only for those experiencing monumental loss, but for anyone going through difficulty and failure. (Includes an 8-week study on the book of Job for readers who want to dig deeper into what the Bible says about dealing with suffering and grief.)

Objev podobné jako Holding on to Hope - Nancy Guthrie