Friesenpress apr 2025 (61 risultati)

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book is dedicated to preserving the story of Hungarian reformed Jews beginning in the 1800s through to the current day, 2024. It describes the unique experiences of the Hungarian Reform Jewish middle class during this period, based on the author's family history and personal experience.It is written primarily as a recorded history to be consumed by our descendants and may be of interest to those formally or informally reviewing Holocaust literature. It is a record of the experience before, during, and ultimate escape from the Hungarian communist regime and the experience as an immigrant in Canada from 1949 onwards.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Notes from Oblivion will appeal to an adult readership that enjoys hard-hitting, thought-provoking poetry. Themes explored include unsophisticated populism, media saturation, freedom and censorship, isolation, and the angst of love. They are written in classic lyric style with an emphasis on rhythm and look at modern life from unexpected and sometimes humorous perspectives. Each poem is accompanied by a full color image.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'Elisabeth's Miracle' is a heartfelt story that addresses the pain of losing someone because of how different you are. It uses friendships, faith, sock puppets, and love to inspire children to celebrate the uniqueness inside them and embrace the beautiful way in which God made them to be.This book is lovingly crafted to be a cherished part of any nighttime routine. It also serves as a unique resource for parents, educators, and caregivers helping them support children through difficult times such as these. In the back, there's a role-playing activity for readers that helps them learn new skills and apply the story's teachings to real-world situations, extending well beyond reading time.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In God's Word in Verse, Callie B. Turner shares her love for God through twenty-one faith-based, heartfelt poems, written in response to her prayers for guidance. The words of these poems will comfort, uplift, encourage, and bring peace to those who are seeking reassurance and want to strengthen their faith in Jesus Christ.Powerfully relevant to the struggles and challenges faced by readers, the poems cover topics such as the struggle with sin, caring for the poor and marginalized, persevering through fear and doubt, and walking with grief. In all of them, the love, mercy, power, and presence of God are held out as the only remedies for humanity's ills. God's Word in Verse is an inspirational call to faith and trust in God, and a challenge to share His love with those around us.…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book is dedicated to preserving the story of Hungarian reformed Jews beginning in the 1800s through to the current day, 2024. It describes the unique experiences of the Hungarian Reform Jewish middle class during this period, based on the author's family history and personal experience.It is written primarily as a recorded history to be consumed by our descendants and may be of interest to those formally or informally reviewing Holocaust literature. It is a record of the experience before, during, and ultimate escape from the Hungarian communist regime and the experience as an immigrant in Canada from 1949 onwards.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - When author Pat Taylor was only fourteen, her mother died unexpectedly. Now the woman of the house, Pat was responsible for the household chores, caring for her brother, and working at her father's shop. Even after relatives stepped in to help, nobody understood Pat's inner turmoil, her harrowing grief and developing mental illnesses. As she grew up, had a family of her own and a career she loved, Pat was in and out of hospitals-specifically, psych wards. Doctor after doctor, diagnosis after diagnosis, nothing seemed to have a lasting positive effect. Thirty-eight years after her mother's death, Pat finally received the correct diagnosis: bipolar disorder. Up Then Down Then: My Long Journey Through Bipolar Disorder is a memoir spanning over seventy years, from the Pat's childhood to the present day. With candor and humour, she shares her struggles with mental health, Canada's medical system, and staying alive. Her story offers a glimpse into the roller coaster ride that is mental illness. With every low comes a high, but after years of resilience and finally finding the right support, Pat found balance and hopes to help others find their balance too.As mental illness continues to be misunderstood and stigmatized, Up Then Down Then gives a nuanced perspective. The more we read stories like Pat's, the more support we can provide to those in need. And the more we understand that we're not alone on own our mental health journeys.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Sadly, few of us haven't had our lives touched by addiction. Even more tragic, for many of us, it is our child who is suffering-and our child who we struggle to help.James W. Stewart is one such parent. When his late son, Joshua, started down the dark path of substance abuse more than twenty years ago, he struggled with what to do. Now, after Joshua's passing, there are many things James wishes he'd known-and wishes he'd said or done.Harrowing and heartening by turns, Sail with the Tide is the story of one father's difficult journey trying to be there for his son. Although many of his lessons only came after his son's passing, James did his best with the knowledge he had and supported Joshua through rehab programs, the drug court, and the US prison system along the way. Over the course of this decades-long fight, the Stewart family all suffered, struggling with how to love and support someone who wasn't acting in his own best interests-and the difficult, fine line between unconditional love and enablement.Many of these lessons might challenge what we've come to believe about addicts-and even our own instincts. But though Joshua's life was tragically cut short, other parents may still have time. In Sail with the Tide, James hopes bearing witness to Joshua's life may provide the consolation and support the parents of addicts so badly need-especially before it's too late.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'Elisabeth's Miracle' is a heartfelt story that addresses the pain of losing someone because of how different you are. It uses friendships, faith, sock puppets, and love to inspire children to celebrate the uniqueness inside them and embrace the beautiful way in which God made them to be.This book is lovingly crafted to be a cherished part of any nighttime routine. It also serves as a unique resource for parents, educators, and caregivers helping them support children through difficult times such as these. In the back, there's a role-playing activity for readers that helps them learn new skills and apply the story's teachings to real-world situations, extending well beyond reading time.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - For author Peter Knoester, putting thoughts on paper isn't as easy as it sounds. Not after ninety years and not after everything he's lived through. Growing up during World War II and enduring the Hunger Winter, the Dutch famine of 1944-1945 in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands, have greatly influenced Peter's outlook on life. They shaped who he is as a person-as did his time as a merchant marine and his career outside the navy. Based on the author's religious upbringing and personal experiences, Thoughts and Poetry on Paper is a collection of poems, stories, and personal musings on religion and life. This book examines everyday life with curiosity and a keen eye. From rhyming poems with playful turns of phrases to heartfelt stories about nature, Peter's faith and passion for life and storytelling shine through. While this collection embraces a religious perspective, the themes and stories are universal. Hope, appreciation, and a deep love for the world resonate beyond these pages. Like many books, Thoughts and Poetry on Paper started with the author's need to express himself. To understand his experiences and the world. Meditative and loving, this book is one man's efforts to unravel how the past shapes his present-and himself.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - After a disastrous firefight in Canada and a hairbreadth escape across the border, the Jennings gang is on the run. Will Malcolm Jennings and his team of avenging angels have to cut short their project of revenge against the corrupt CEOs who destroyed the lives of their loved ones In a daring chase through the Midwest marked by deceptions, last-minute rescues, and a trail of corpses, the gang reaches New York City. Here they resolve to carry out their final-and most dangerous-act of rough justice in the face of every resource the FBI, the NYPD, and the tycoon's ruthless private army can muster against them.They must outwit the agency's best minds, finesse their way past their target's elaborate safeguards, and avenge his crimes in the gruesome way they've planned. In this post-pandemic dystopia, will they really be able to disappear afterward with new identities and make new lives for themselves Bad Karma II: Final Revenge is a graphic, thrilling story for adults of a dark journey into revenge, its tragic consequences, and its complicated, morally ambiguous aftermath.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - With their ten-month-old daughter in tow, Amy and Mark are ready for their first, much-anticipated backcountry hiking adventure. But their carefully planned journey turns into a nightmare when they encounter a dangerous bear. As the huge predator stalks their small family, tensions mount and tempers flare. Soon Amy is forced to come to terms with the truth: that she has lost sight of who she is, and that her partner is not the man she believed he was.BackCountry is a quick-paced, suspenseful read that's perfect for readers who love adventure in the wild outdoors-but it also examines how easy it is to fall into abusive relationships, and how hard it can be to return to ourselves in the aftermath. With high-adrenaline chases, thoughtful flashbacks, and meaty interpersonal revelations, this novel is sure to appeal to readers who want to set off into the backcountry of the human psyche.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Notes from Oblivion will appeal to an adult readership that enjoys hard-hitting, thought-provoking poetry. Themes explored include unsophisticated populism, media saturation, freedom and censorship, isolation, and the angst of love. They are written in classic lyric style with an emphasis on rhythm and look at modern life from unexpected and sometimes humorous perspectives. Each poem is accompanied by a full color image.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What seems like a normal day of hunting for Killer, leader of the dogs of the forest, is interrupted when his sister River is attacked by a rat. This attack gives way to an invasion of massive rats led by the powerful Kronos that threatens the peaceful lives of the forest dogs. To fight back, Killer will have to work together with not only his friends and family in his own pack, but also the dogs of the mountain, the rivals of the forest dogs. Killer and his closest allies embark on an adventure to the mountains, not knowing that what awaits them is more than a war with the rats-this journey is the first step toward fulfilling an important prophecy.An exciting and action-packed animal adventure for middle-grade readers, Dog Packs: Rise of the Rats is the impressive and imaginative first novel from eleven-year-old author Harmony Taylor.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Dr. Narine Dat Sookram's journey from a small town in Guyana to earning a doctorate and making a difference in Canada is a story of perseverance, resilience, and generosity. In Rising Above: My Path to Outstanding Achievements, he shares how challenges shaped his character and fueled his determination to succeed in the task he was focused on.Always trying to uplift those around him, from empowering his peers through a youth group to supporting newcomers in Canada, Dr. Sookram's dedication to community and education has been a constant in his life. His many achievements and accolades reflect not only his hard work but also his commitment to helping others thrive.Rising Above: My Path to Outstanding Achievements is part autobiography and part how-to, and in it, Dr. Sookram offers practical insights and shows you that with determination, kindness, and a forward-thinking mindset, remarkable achievements are possible.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Edmonton, 1995. Thirty-year-old Derek is dedicated to his top-secret career, which grants him the ability to view parallel versions of Earth, each incapable of supporting human life-or so he is told. He spends his days monitoring robotic units, called Adjusters, who are specifically designed to perform tasks in these empty realms. Derek's other-worldly occupation does not exempt him from real-world problems, however. His boorish brother, his flirtatious sister-in-law, and the unattainable love of his life each pose their own challenges. His career is the one area in which he feels complete control, until the day he makes an impossible discovery-seven humans are seemingly trapped in one of the parallel worlds. Desperate to learn who they are and how they got there, Derek discovers a way to reach them. In his attempt to rescue these people (one of whom may not be human at all) Derek soon finds himself fighting for his sanity . . . and his life.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Go Fast Go Faster is a tender, funny, and deeply moving story of a father's love for his daughter, and how together, they continue to triumph over tragedy. In November of 1995, birth trauma left James McDermott's daughter Mariel profoundly brain injured, physically disabled and unable to care for herself. This event started him on a journey of love and compassion for her and others who face similar challenges. Ever an energetic and tenacious person, James immediately rose to the occasion, transforming nearly overnight from a self-described 'slightly self-centred ex-athlete' to a passionate advocate for disability rights. Determined to create a meaningful and empowered life for his beautiful daughter, he stood bravely in the face of people and systems that devalued her and others like her. Using humour and positivity to cope through hard times, James dedicated himself to improving the lives of people with developmental disabilities, fighting for both their inclusion and their health. In 2017, he invented the CareChanger, a device he built for his daughter that will revolutionize personal care for wheelchair users. In this book, James honours both his adventures with Mariel - from clever Halloween costumes to a memorable Vegas vacation - and the many people who have touched her life through their compassion and care. We also get to meet the Glorious Golfers, a wonderful story about friendship, overcoming adversity and being inspired by inclusion.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - When Gregory H. Simpson was hired to run the drama program at Ottawa private school Ashbury College, he brought with him a very simple premise: If you taught kids to think, there would be a revolution in education. That premise-plus a few years, more than a few scandalously unfiltered plays, and a whole bunch of wonderful students-would create the internationally-acclaimed Theatre Ashbury. Mr. Simpson demanded critical thought, intense work, and commitment from those kids, and what he got was decades of showstopping, educational, and attention-grabbing theatre. (Not to mention a few stars among his alumni!)Now, Mr. Simpson lays out his methodology: Theatre as Education. By giving his students the artistic freedom to explore difficult subjects, the rigor and the skills to depict them authentically, and the highest standards to reach with their achievements, he taught his students-and everyone around them-a lot more than how to act.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The year is 2024 and the world is still reeling from the pandemic that wiped out billions of people from the planet. Through a stroke of good (or bad) luck, it was discovered that the vaccine that was supposed to save humanity from the virus was actually a cure for cancer, and those eighteen million souls who received it are the only ones left. Two of those survivors are Charlie and Everett, who now have the opportunity to create lives for themselves wherever they choose. The world is literally open to them. Though they come from different walks of life, Everett a former member of the Canadian Navy, and Charlie a recovering alcoholic, they set out for one of the most beautiful places they can think of: Vancouver Island.With so few people left, it seems like fate that they should meet in a rural part of the island. Their connection is instant, and within days they realize that they want to spend the rest of their lives together. The love they share is full of honesty, trust, and passion. As they work together to find ways to survive in this reality, Charlie battles intense nightmares that also haunt her during the day. Everett is there to help ease her troubles, but Charlie can't help thinking, is he too good to be true.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - While on a turbulent flight to Vancouver for a business endeavour, Camrea Ricen hits her head and falls into a coma. When she wakes up weeks later, she learns that a fellow passenger, Marces Cadeon, claimed to be her fiancé and stayed by her side the entire time. Feeling an unexplainable connection to her and unwilling to let her recover on her own, Marces invites Camrea to stay with him on a quiet island off the West Coast. Hesitant but intrigued, she accepts.As they grow closer, a bond forms between them, one that blossoms into love-but Marces soon learns about Camrea's painful past and the dreamworld she retreats to when life becomes too overwhelming. Her reoccurring lapses into unconsciousness aren't just accidents; they are escapes from trauma she can't yet face. As Marces does everything he can to support Camrea as she deals with her accident and her past, he can't protect her for what's to come and will have to rely on more than love to help her. Perhaps, fate brought them together for a reason-one they'll both need to trust.Fate Unshaken is a moving tale of love, healing, and the courage to confront life's darkest moments-proving that strength doesn't mean facing challenges alone. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In Talking to Trees: A Journey into Soul, Brian E Pearson chronicles his exploration of the soulful terrain on the far side of conventional religion. Written with candour and humour, this intimate memoir begins within the church, where, as an Anglican priest, the author suspects that, beyond the creeds and rituals, there looms a larger life. His curiosity eventually leads him out the church doors and into a world filled with wonder, where talking to trees, communing with the dead, and getting to know one's spirit guide becomes the new normal.From wilderness vision quests, to conversations with Wiccans, to the inner battle to redefine what faith means to him, the author offers a captivating record of his journey of discovery. Talking to Trees: A Journey into Soul reflects the search for a new spirituality for our times. It's a gentle yet compelling invitation to 'faithful seekers' to examine their beliefs, push past the boundaries of tradition, and embrace a more personal, Soul-centred spirituality.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Regenerative Leadership: Secrets from the Farm takes you on a journey to uncover timeless lessons from the natural rhythms of farm life and their transformative impact on leadership. Drawing on author, Mary Garden's extensive experience as a senior executive and her hands-on work running a regenerative farm on Vancouver Island, this book offers a fresh perspective on how to lead with authenticity and purpose.Through engaging stories and practical insights, Garden reveals how the principles of nurturing ecosystems, fostering resilience, reciprocity and cultivating growth can inspire leaders to create thriving, sustainable organizations. She challenges leaders, showing how systems thinking, collaboration, renewal, and adaptability can drive meaningful change in a complex, ever-evolving world.Whether you're a seasoned leader seeking new approaches or an aspiring changemaker ready to make a difference, Regenerative Leadership provides a blueprint for leading with empathy, vision, and impact. By embracing the wisdom of regenerative farming, this book empowers you to plant the seeds of renewal, grow resilient teams, and harvest long-lasting success in your leadership journey.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Long Stories Shortened is a collection of short stories and vignettes; largely about growing up in South Winnipeg in the 1960s and 1970s, but also the author's escapades as a kid and teenager, and his life as a communications professional, photographer, husband, father and musician.Long ago memories are brought to life with poignancy, humour, insight and charm!'Bill Peters asked me to write an offhanded, maybe even funny blurb for this book, but I'm not playing along - because I'm moved by these fragments of memory, and I admire his writing. His nostalgia is almost secretively ethical; his memories of place and characters are far more insightful and historically significant than he's letting on. I'm sorry, Bill. This is a really good book.'-Margaret Sweatman, author of The Gunsmith's Daughter, is lucky to count herself among Bill's neighbours.'Bill's creative writing talents were obvious even at a young age. I highly recommend this book to anyone who experienced suburban 1970s in Winnipeg. You'll immediately identify with many of his stories!' -John Matthews, Bill's grade 8-9 Language Arts teacher 'We gratefully accept Mr. Peters' offer to donate the profits of this book to St. Amant Foundation. His fond memories of the Riel neighbourhood, of which St. Amant is a cornerstone, are thoughtfully expressed and poignant, and his generosity is sincerely appreciated!'-Tania Douglas, Executive Director, St. Amant Foundation. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - It is 1984 in Communist Romania and Zoltan Mihaly is young, courageous, and frustrated with the limitations of life under communism and the Ceausescu regime. A member of an ethnic Hungarian minority within the historical region of Transylvania, Mihaly dreams of freedom in the West, and when the opportunity presents itself, he jumps on it. Escape From Transylvania is the unique memoir of a harrowing journey that tests relationships and limits, and a young man risking everything to embark upon a new life. It is a story of adventure, friendship, and overcoming. Through breathtaking landscapes and life-threatening circumstances, our narrator maintains a sense of humour and a refreshing light-heartedness. Relaying some of the rich geography and history of this fascinating part of the world, the book tells the story of personal growth and transformation-a testament to the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Hopelessness to Normalcy takes readers on a compelling journey through the evolution of hemophilia care in Canada, providing a detailed and personal account of its many transformations-good, bad, and disastrous. Drawing on over fifty years of experience, respected hematologists Dr. Man-Chiu Poon and Dr. Robert T. Card combine firsthand insights with interviews from more than seventy healthcare professionals and patients to tell the captivating, in-depth story of hemophilia care in Canada.Through rigorous research and deeply personal perspectives, Hopelessness to Normalcy not only traces the history of hemophilia treatment in Canada, but also underscores the importance of evolving care practices, the development of allied healthcare professional groups, and the enduring compassion that has sustained those living with bleeding disorders through unspeakable adversity.This book delves into the trauma and tragedy of the 'tainted blood era' of the 1980s, a time when unsafe blood products caused devastation to many. Yet it also highlights the resilience of the hemophilia care community, from the formation of the Association of Hemophilia Clinic Directors of Canada (AHCDC) in 1994 to the hope that now exists for a potential cure.This invaluable resource is a must-read for hemophilia clinic directors, healthcare professionals, patients, and anyone with an interest in the history of healthcare, blood disorders, and the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS. It is a moving and insightful record of struggle, survival, and hope.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Have you experienced setbacks, obstacles, or a longing for deeper meaning in your life Do you feel stuck, lost, or disconnected What if your life is not ruled by chance but by laws as precise as the law of gravity, programmed by the Creator to ensure balance, justice, harmony, and infinite potential Creation's Secret offers you the keys to transformation. You'll unlock the profound connection between your thoughts and the reality you experience. You'll discover the Creator's design for your life. Find out how to take ownership of your life and reach your full potential.Based on the author's own journey from devastating loss to discovering the purpose and power that was available to her all along, this book is your guide to discovering and igniting creation's secret and creating the life you desire. The laws of creation are working, and when you understand and align yourself with them, they'll work for you too. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Darrell, Mala, and Jack are three quirky characters who have an equally unusual dream-to transform the world through the alchemical power of pharmacy. Just as pharmacists work on an elevated platform, in their own way, Darrell, Mala, and Jack were born for the stage.While growing up in a small, backwards American town, their outlandish behavior often lands them in a heap of trouble. However, whether it's leading a bra burning protest outside their high school, upending a show trial when one of them is accused of slapping a teacher, or an impromptu midnight performance in an abandoned pharmacy on the wrong side of town, these lifelong friends are determined to abide by their principles and their dreams no matter what.As Tiny Little Pharmacists follows this trio from childhood to adulthood, the narrative is as unconventional as its protagonists. Not only does it extend hundreds of years into the past, linking the practice of pharmacy with the persecution of witches, it also reaches thousands of years into the future where pharmacists are being exterminated by the evil American Fried Chicken corporation.In a world that dismisses pharmacists as glorified pill counters, soon to become obsolete, this novel flips the script. Prepare for a wild ride through history, rebellion, and the heart of pharmacy itself. After reading this book, you'll never look at pharmacists-or their craft-the same way again. Hershey, Kurt (illustratore).…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Personification explores what we hold on to when everything begins to slip away. Where will your mind wander when you know the end is near After losing its place in orbit, Earth is drifting toward a nameless planet. The collision is to occur this Tuesday at 9:37 a.m. There are three days left before the unescapable end of all life. Days that reveal the small, idiosyncratic details of existence as humanity grapples with its own harrowed mortality.Angie honors Earth's final moments through the lens of a camera. Walter, frozen through existential crisis, racks his mind at home. To shield their sons from fear, Julie and Steve take them on a sailing trip. Doug races through the desert to reunite with his lover, while Jack, a murderer recently freed from prison, just needs to say he's sorry. Meanwhile, Max, an opulent business tycoon, questions whether his life's achievements ever truly mattered. And Savior, a blind homeless man, confuses his passing conversations to be a linear conversation with God, and without knowing how to do it, tries to appease his final task.As these stories unfold, scientists Paul and Sarah are the last hope, the only ones still trying to save the day-unlocking something entirely unexpected. This story does not end well. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What's going on Why is it so dark So silent Am I dead or just stuck in limbo And either way. how did I get here Evangeline had felt drawn to the darkness for as long as she could remember-or at least to the fictional darkness-specifically vampires. The dream of sharing a romantic 'happily ever after' that might truly last forever. Perhaps that's why she'd fallen so hard for Gabriel, a young man almost as mysterious to her as he was attractive. If vampires were real, she might have actually assumed he was one . but of course, that was crazy. Though his mysterious behaviour was, at times, almost as infuriating to her as it was compelling, she just couldn't seem to stop imagining them taking the next step in their relationship. Unfortunately, the darkness had other plans.On a night out with friends, Evangeline is viciously attacked after stepping outside a night club alone. When she wakes up in the hospital, she has no real answers-not for the police who'd found three brutally murdered men on the scene, and not for herself. All that remained was broken images of violence and pain . most disturbingly, a splash of blood and flashing white teeth.But what of Gabriel Evangeline needed answers to move forward. The thought was almost as painful to Evangeline as were her injuries. She might not be certain of much, but one thing was growing clearer all the time. She needed to see him again, unravel his mystery, and finally decide if he was meant to be her future.…