Henry David Thoreau, noted transcendentalist, wrote Walden as a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings. The work is part personal declaration of independence, social experiment, voyage of spiritual discovery, satire, and manual for self-reliance.
Nature was a study for the essayist, naturalist, and environmentalist David Thoreau. He communed from his cabin on Walden Pond, owned by Ralph Waldo Emerson, to "live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and... learn what it had to teach."
Walden is landmark book on self-reliance and simple living.
Excerpt from Chronologie der Werke C. M. Wielands (1750-1760): Inauguraldissertation die zur Erlangung der Philosophischen Doktorwürde Nebst den Beigefügten Thesen mit Genehmigung der Hohen Philosophischen Fakultät der Universität Greifswald H. Dering lieferte zuerst eine Chronologie nur nach den Druck jahren im Aubange seiner Biographie; dieselbe ist aber unvollständig. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
A virulent strain of antifeminism is thriving online that treats women's empowerment as a mortal threat to men and to the integrity of Western civilization. Its proponents cite ancient Greek and Latin texts to support their claims-from Ovid's Ars Amatoria to Seneca and Marcus Aurelius-arguing that they articulate a model of masculinity that sustained generations but is now under siege. Not All Dead White Men reveals that some of the most controversial and consequential debates about the legacy of the ancients are raging not in universities but online.
"A chilling account of trolling, misogyny, racism, and bad history proliferated online by the Alt-Right... Zuckerberg makes a persuasive case for why we need a new, more critical, and less comfortable relationship between the ancient and modern worlds in this important and very timely book." -Emily Wilson, translator of The Odyssey
"Explores how ideas about Ancient Greece and Rome are used and misused by antifeminist thinkers today." -Time
"Zuckerberg presciently analyzes these communities'...embrace of stoicism as a self-help tool to gain confidence, jobs, and girlfriends. Their adoration of men like Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and Ovid...is founded in a limited and distorted interpretation of ancient philosophy...lending heft and authority to sexism and abuse." -The Nation
"Traces the application-and misapplication-of classical authors and texts in online communities that see feminism as a threat." -Bitch Media
Landslide is the story of Jill and her lifelong friend, Susie, who grow up in a remote mountain garden. The Garden's realm has many rooms, each a showcase of designs by Jill's mother. When tragedy strikes in the Garden, how does a child find the resilience to go on? Alternating between Jill's childhood and adult life, Landslide depicts the adventure that happens when life is lived full out, regardless of consequences. As the girls come of age, mature, and find love, the Garden is a constant, reverberating through their psyches and in their hearts. Teeming with poignancy, humor, and love, Landslide is a resplendent exploration of resurgence, and the truth that even death can reveal paths as wondrous as those created by life.
From the mind that brought you the memoirs Elf Girl and Live Nude Elf comes BDSM 101, a no-nonsense manual for those readers interested in learning about bondage and discipline; dominance and submission; and sadism, masochism, or sadomasochism.
For years, Rev. Jen has been coaching her readers on all sex-related matters through her articles in Penthouse and posts on Nerve, an online magazine. A self-proclaimed authority on the subject of sex (and specifically BDSM), Jen spent her early twenties working as a professional submissive at a swanky Manhattan dungeon before becoming a sex surrogate for a renowned therapist.
In BDSM 101, Jen shares rare insight into this oftentimes misunderstood world. Practical instructions are given on:
Safety and communication Bondage, spanking, flogging Fetishes, humiliation, dirty talk And more!
Included are steamy, sometimes ridiculous anecdotes from Jen's past, interviews with her wacky artist friends, and basic illustrations. According to the author, "This book is what would happen if Marquis de Sade, Andy Warhol, and Dorothy Parker got together and made a nymphomaniac Bride of Frankenstein."
Useful, entertaining, and written with rare candor, BDSM 101 is a book that can offer spark to the fires of love in any relationship.
Detective John Corey is floating to earth, his skydiver's parachute billowing above him. His wife, FBI agent Kate Mayfield, is mere metres away, beneath a chute of her own. And clinging to Kate in midair, aiming a knife at her throat and a Glock at Corey, is the most dangerous man alive: Asad Khalik, code name The Lion - infamous terrorist, ice-blooded assassin, and Corey's greatest nemesis.
'I promised you I would return, Corey...'
It's been three years since Corey last traded words - and bullets - with The Lion, who vanished after a devastating attack on American soil. But with Khalil's spectacular return, the threat of a terrorist apocalypse now darkens the globe. The Lion wants revenge. And with Kate's life in the balance, so does Corey.
It's the Authorized Collection of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (Graphic Novel), created at an improbability of 75,673,291--to--1 against. Douglas Adams' wildly funny, wickedly clever, sci-fi extravaganza is collected here for the first time. So grab your towel, stick a babel of fish in your ear, and get set to join Arthur Dent, Ford Prefect, Zaphod Beeblebrox, Trillian, and Marvin the Paranoid Android on the ultimate adventure of several lifetimes.
There are a multitude of financial decisions that must be made when running a family child care business. This resource offers valuable advice-whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned child care provider-to learn how to worry less about monetary details so that you can keep your focus on the children. You will find information on ways to reduce your expenses, earn more money, and pay off your debt; how to handle special financial situations such as applying for a loan or grant; what you need to know about the basic principles of retirement planning; the five fundamental rules of investing and how to balance and diversify your investment portfolio; and information on the rules and benefits of the six major individual retirement account (IRA) plans.
Excerpt from Les Colonies Françaises, Vol. 2: Petite Encyclopédie Coloniale; Congo, Madagascar Et Ses Satellites, la Réunion, Côte des Somalis, Inde, Indo-Chine, Saint-Pierre Et Miquelon, Antilles, Guyane, Nouvelle-Calédonie, Établissements de l'Océanie, Appendices La côte, souvent marécageuse, ressemble a celle de la Côte d'ivoire une ligne d'écume blanche, puis des eaux tranquilles mourant sur une laisse de sable et, derrière, soulignant les premiers plans comme d'un gros trait noir, la forèt. A l'hori zon, mais seulement de place en place, l'oeil aperçoit les profils de collines lentement ondulées; ce sont les premiers contre forts des monts de Cristal. Quelques factoreries sont posées à la lisière de la forèt et se reflètent dans la mer toujours calme; elles se signalent de loin par leurs toits blanchis à la chaux. Libreville, encadrée d'une haute verdure, est un décor char mant de nature tropicale, avec ses constructions dispersées parmi les arbres, et qui donnent l'illusion d'une vaste cité. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Children's Choice Winner at the School Library Association's Information Book Awards 2014
The Anxiety Gremlin loves one thing - to feed on your anxiety! But watch out, as the fuller he gets, the more anxious you get! How can you stop him? Starve him of his favourite food - your anxiety - and he'll shrink and shrivel away.
Starving the Anxiety Gremlin is a unique and award-winning resource to help young people understand different types of anxiety and how to manage them, including panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety, generalised anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder. Based on cognitive behavioural principles that link thoughts, feelings and behaviours, the techniques described help young people to understand why they get anxious and how they can 'starve' their anxiety gremlin in order to manage their anxiety.
This engaging workbook uses fun activities and real life stories, and can be used by young people aged 10+ on their own or with a parent or practitioner. It is also an ideal anxiety management resource for those working with young people, including mental health practitioners, social workers, education sector staff and youth workers.
The concept of truth as absolute, objective and universal has undergone serious deterioration in recent years. No longer is it a goal for all to pursue. Rather postmodernism sees truth as inseparable from culture, psychology, race and gender. Ultimately, truth is what we make it to be. What factors have accelerated this decay of truth? Why are people willing to embrace such a devalued concept? How does this new view of truth compare and contrast with a Christian understanding? While postmodernism contains some truthful insights (despite its attempt to dethrone truth), Douglas Groothuis sees its basic tenets as intellectually flawed and hostile to Christian views of truth. In this spirited presentation of a solid, biblical and logical view of truth, the author unveils how truth has come under attack and how it can be defended in the vital areas of theology, apologetics, ethics and the arts. An important book for all concerned about the nature and value of truth.
A.M. Best Company's The Guide to Understanding Business Insurance Products explains 21 areas of commercial insurance coverage. Uniquely entertaining, The Guide is designed for insurance clients, prospects, staff, brokers, agents and carriers. It provides a clear, concise, colorful explanation of the information you need to know about specific commercial coverages. Commercial coverages examined include Builders Risk, Businessowners Policy, Cargo, Commercial Auto, Commercial Crime, Commercial General Liability, Commercial Property Insurance, Cyber, Directors and Officers, Employment Practices Liability, Environmental, Equipment Breakdown, Errors & Omissions, Farmowners, Intellectual Property, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Professional Liability/Malpractice, Surety Bonds, Umbrella and Workers' Compensation. Each entry explains what the coverage protects against, who needs it, how it works and what you need to know. Included is a list of selected businesses with extreme exposures.
FROM DEMENTIA TO SALVATION is a personal testimony of God's amazing mercy and grace for the salvation of an old man who was near death with Dementia. The Lord laid it on Denise's heart to pray for and believe God for Arthur to accept God's free gift of salvation, by hearing the Gospel and believing in the Lord Jesus Christ. While in the natural it would seem an impossible thing to do, however, with faith in the all-powerful Creator, Denise believed God for His promises. She needed to have faith and obey the Lord as He instructed her according to His purpose. As you read this testimony, it is Denise's prayer that you find encouragement and faith in the Lord for your own life.
Modestly described by its author as a little rule for beginners, this masterpiece of spiritual wisdom dates from the sixth century. It was originally intended as a manual for aspiring monks, a diverse group composed of serfs, scholars, shepherds, and sons of the nobility. St. Benedict's little book eventually developed into the preeminent monastic legislative code, a distinction it maintains to this day. In addition to its importance in the organization and spread of Western monasticism, this volume also offers sound suggestions for readers outside the abbey. Benedict explores issues related to charity, personality, integrity, and spirituality. Mindful of human frailty, he counsels an ever-increasing self-discipline, supported by community worship. His teachings have guided readers from every walk of life for 1,500 years, encouraging and inspiring them with advice regarding the dignity of labor, the challenge of responsibility, and the proper use of resources.
Do you find the violence in the Old Testament a problem?
Does it get in the way of reading the Bible - and of faith itself?
While acknowledging that there are no easy answers, in God of Violence Yesterday, God of Love Today?, Helen Paynter faces the questions head-on and offers a fresh, accessible approach to a significant issue. For all those seeking to engage with the Bible and gain confidence in the God it portrays, she provides tools for reading and interpreting biblical texts, and points to ways of dealing with the overall trajectories of violence.
'In lucid prose Helen Paynter argues that violence featured in the biblical canon should not be ignored or denied but acknowledged and faced honestly. While history is played out in a broken and often violent world the author shows how the movement of scripture is toward God's creative intention for healing and wholeness. Without providing final answers Paynter offers ways of interpreting even the most violent passages so that we may hear God's word for today.' John Meredith, Editor of Word & Worship
'A rigorous yet accessible exploration of Old Testament violence ideal for individuals or groups wishing to engage with these troubling texts and the issues they raise. I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone interested in the questions it explores. If you are new to the subject, it offers a comprehensive introduction and the reassurance that you are being guided by a capable and safe pair of hands as you begin to engage with challenging and important issues.' Peter King, Diocese of Chichester
Based on the bestseller, The Message of the Psalms, this condensed version offers readers simple insight for how the Psalms apply to every season of life.
The Psalms nourish and nurture. The Psalms provide voices of faith in the life of community. In this shortened version of The Message of the Psalms, Dr. Brueggemann provides an insightful perspective and a structured overview of the Psalms using three categories: orientation, disorientation, and new orientation. Orientation is the establishment of structure and order. Disorientation is a place of imbalance and nonsense even potentially unjust. New orientation is moving forward away from what was and toward new possibilities.
Spirituality of the Psalms brings together the Christian faith, expressions of suffering, hope, and seasons of everyday life. Brueggeman explains how Psalms of negativity, cries for vengeance, and profound penitence are foundational to a life of faith, and establishes that the reality of deep loss and amazing gifts are held together in a powerful tension.
In this succinct edition, Brueggemann encourages readers to look up specific Psalms for study and consider God's justice in an unjust world. Spirituality of the Psalms is a brief yet thought-provoking edition for any reader wanting to understand complex dynamics found within the Old Testament Psalms.
Visual dysfunctions can limit children's concentration, self esteem and school success as they struggle to understand fundamentals such as colors, letters and how to judge distance. With the right help, these obstacles can be overcome, allowing children to reach their full potential and see the world clearly.
This accessible book explores how visual problems develop and how they can be reversed through effective and efficient visual therapy. It breaks down myths surrounding visual dysfunction and explains in straightforward terms the various conditions that could be impacting a child's perception, even if they have perfect sight. The visual therapy used in behavioral optometry retrains the brain to perform visual skills more effectively. In these pages there is clear guidance on the array of therapies, techniques and aids available, all of which can make a profound difference to a child's life.
This introductory guide to behavioral optometry will be a welcome resource for parents and professionals in search of options to help a child who is experiencing visual problems.
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Descubre Seúl a través de la mirada fresca y desenfadada de la ilustradora Judit Mallol. Este libro es una mezcla de diario de viajes y guía para futuros viajeros con todo lo que necesitas saber. Basándose en su propia experiencia, la autora repasa los principales aspectos de la cultura de Corea del Sur como la gastronomía, las tradiciones y el idioma; sin olvidar la cultura popular que está arrasando en Occidente de la mano del K-pop, los K-drama y la cosmética coreana. Además, nos da consejos, trucos e dieas para disfrutar al máximo de la capital del país y sus alrededores: cuándo ir, qué llevar, qué ver, etc.
