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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Noah and his nana are walking home from the park one day when Noah sees a yellow bird with something in its beak. It is a message, and it's for Noah!Mateo and his family have just moved into the neighborhood. Mateo has a yellow bird named Luna that he has trained to deliver messages. He notices Noah, and has Luna deliver a message to him.The boys write messages to each other all day long, and Luna delivers them. What are they writing to each other Will they become friends. Dawson-Ponte, Tinisha (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Do you dream of being your own boss Do you have a brilliant idea and a consuming passion for creating a new business Are you an entrepreneur seeking inspiration, or a fresh wind in your sails It's time to break the stereotypes around female entrepreneurship and live life on your own terms. Where Is Your Boat Headed will inspire and empower you to stand at the helm of your journey. With guidance, you'll confidently set sail into the vast ocean of entrepreneurship, skillfully navigating the occasional turbulent waters on your way to your dream destination. In addition to the author, twelve wonderfully diverse women from across different industries share stories of their own entrepreneurial journeys. Encompassing a wide range of disciplines, each unique story offers nuggets of wisdom and insight. The challenge ahead is simple yet exciting: You are the captain of your boat. Decide where you're headed, assemble your crew, and set sail.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - On a hazy summer morning in 1961, amidst a visit from her best friend Brenda and Brenda's infant daughter, Kelly's world shatters in a single moment. A mundane trip to the grocery store to replenish milk turns into a nightmare as Kelly returns to find devastation in place of her cozy apartment complex-her cherished friend and her own daughter Donna Jo lost to the merciless flames. Left with only Brenda's baby, a mirror image of her lost child, Kelly makes a life-altering choice in the blink of an eye and claims the child as her own.A decade later, the past resurfaces when Brenda's widowed husband Paul reaches out, igniting a storm of conflicting emotions within Kelly. Despite the deep bonds forged with her 'adopted' daughter, the guilt and haunting shadows of the past refuse to release their grip. And then there's the enigmatic presence of an old homeless woman, a witness to Kelly's actions, who threatens to reveal her deepest darkest secret. This story is a saga of love, family, forgiveness, and redemption against a backdrop of tangled emotions and unforeseen dangers. As Kelly navigates the intricate web of her choices, the narrative twists and turns, revealing the enduring power of love to conquer even the darkest corners of the human heart.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Noah and his nana are walking home from the park one day when Noah sees a yellow bird with something in its beak. It is a message, and it's for Noah!Mateo and his family have just moved into the neighborhood. Mateo has a yellow bird named Luna that he has trained to deliver messages. He notices Noah, and has Luna deliver a message to him.The boys write messages to each other all day long, and Luna delivers them. What are they writing to each other Will they become friends. Dawson-Ponte, Tinisha (illustratore).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - You've probably been told, 'It's just PMS.' Or heard, 'You're just being dramatic!' Or perhaps even, 'Take two aspirin and calm down.' You've likely been told, 'This is normal.' But here's the thing: it might not be.Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) often goes unnoticed and misunderstood-especially by the millions of people who have it around the globe. Nadine Evans spent decades being told all those things every 28 days or so while her premenstrual symptoms did their best to bring her world crashing down. A diagnosis of PMDD changed her life, and she's decided to spend the rest of it helping other people who are suffering and may not know why.If the lead-up to your period sees you hit an emotional rock bottom, month after month after month, you may have PMDD. If you think-or know-you have PMDD, this book is for you. Mastering the Monthly Madness is a workbook that helps you develop the coping skills you need-not to just survive your cycle, but to thrive.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Every one of us experience issues of mental health at some point. Stress, anxiety, and depression are common states that affect our minds. By selfenquiry we can realize that there is only one universal consciousness, called the Self. We are able to tap into states of higher consciousness and move toward healing and wholeness. From a wealth of experience, both spiritual and practical, Dr. Akshya Vasudev offers a very relatable framework for understanding our true nature and offers methods of being centered in the Self. Meditation exercises and breath work are included as ways to relieve stress and anxiety and increase awareness of the universal Truth, allowing healing and restoration of mental health. Through self-enquiry, regular reflection and a contemplation practice, we can get glimpses of our true nature, which is existence, awareness, and bliss.Rooted in Hindu religion, or Sanatana Dharma, this book blends knowledge of ancient Vedanta with modern cognitive behaviour therapy. Using this combination of Eastern traditions and Western practices, we have immense potential to be healed, not by something or someone, but by our own Self, our own Divine nature.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In a world where the Supernatural exists, you'd think bullies and homophobes would be the least of my problems. But when you lived in the quiet, beachside town of Ryterville, South Carolina, anything was possible. Everything there was routine, picturesque, and simple. Made to fit the mold seventy years ago and never changed. So, naturally, when a new family who didn't fit the mold moved in, it didn't take long for everyone to know. I met Sebastian Hwang after getting embarrassingly beaten up by my bully, Rachel. He asked if I was okay and ended up being in two of my classes. He sat with me at lunch the first day he arrived, and things went on from there. If only I knew how involved our lives would get. How entangled and destined our fates were. I played classical piano, and he was a ballet dancer. My high school put on an annual talent competition where you combine two or more of the performing arts, and I asked him to perform with me. Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake. In the dizzying whirlwind of romance, secrets, a talent competition, and the Supernatural; there was no way to predict what would happen next. Let's just hope it wasn't death. (It was almost death). .…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Captured by a press gang, entangled in French espionage, betrayed and abandoned.Francisco Mouse's quiet life in eighteenth-century Hampstead Heath is thrown into upheaval when he leaves home to find his way in the world. As he travels through London, he is captured by a press gang along with the brawny, steadfast mouse Curmudgeon.Forced into the service of the British Navy aboard HMS Goliath, Francisco discovers treason amongst rats who control the lower deck and forms a plan to defeat the plot to destroy the British navy.In Gibraltar, Francisco faces the brilliant French spy, Jacques Tremblant. But things do not go according to plan. As Francisco suffers in captivity, the Goliath sails with Admiral Nelson's Vanguard to confront the French fleet at the Battle of the Nile.Victory or disaster hang in the balance!'Never judge one by size or apparent abilities. Those whom you least expect of greatness may make others around them great!'. Corbett, J E (illustratore).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Are you trying to find work-life balance Are you starting the journey of leadership in your career Do you see opportunities in your organization you want to help influence Are you wanting to accelerate your personal and professional development This book can help you with these and more. Leading people is truly a privilege, although it might not always feel that way. While every company requires leaders, not every company has a plethora of effective leaders. If your exposure to great leadership has been light, you might be selling yourself short on expectations. Leadership is a wonderful journey of self-discovery. It requires humility, curiosity, and confidence. Making that transition from being an individual contributor to a leader of people is not easy. Give yourself grace, be open minded, learn something new every day and enjoy the experiences unabashedly. Business leader Kimberly Magnus breaks down the principles of leadership lessons she learned through experience and reflection. This book advocates for serving yourself first through intention. You will then be well positioned to effectively serve your team through empowerment which paves the way to serve your organization through influence. With over twenty years inspiring teams in the toy, beer and market research industries, Kimberly shares how she learned to live a values-driven life and thrive as a result.¿ Strive for satisfaction, not balance¿ Focus on improving instead of proving¿ Lead with empathy and vulnerability so your team can do and be their best while stillloving tough¿ Take more risks; don't wait until you are ready because you will never be ready These are just a few of the many lessons Kimberly addresses in Unleashed. If you want to build your confidence, be inspired, and learn new tools on how to maximize your impact, this book can help.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Red doesn't mean to get upset, but it's not easy to stay calm when things make him uncomfortable. The tag on his clothes scratches his skin, his seatbelt makes him feel stuck and the vacuum makes a terrible noise. When Red gets overwhelmed, he wants to yell. Can you help Red make a better choice Told in rhyming verse, the story follows a boy who is sometimes overwhelmed by daily stimuli and routine transitions. Follow along as he practices taking deep breaths and looks for solutions to everyday challenges. This compassionate story highlights, for readers of all ages, the ways in which little things can be big problems, and how we might work through them. Tengukiarts (illustratore).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The Next Chapter proposes that our lifestyles, homes, and escapes are not places, things, or events but rather mindsets shaped by expectations and priorities we have set for ourselves and our futures. And then The Next Chapter gets right down to providing tools to help mid-life people change those mindsets to create the future they truly want.Through their long careers as realtors, working with clients at important crossroads in their lives, the authors have witnessed the regenerative potential a midlife crisis can bring and discovered that there's a 'reboot' option to create a better future. Practical, inspirational, and highly readable, The Next Chapter tackles wide-ranging issues common to those of us in midlife such as: adjusting positively to unexpected financial reverses, identifying personal priorities, coping with loss, creating a 'bucket list,' choosing a retirement lifestyle, buying a new home, and even keeping one's assets out of the hands of self-serving lawyers in the unfortunate event of a divorce.Through an examination of the foundational building blocks that shape our belief systems, they have devised a system to help you navigate what's ahead on your life's journey. Warm, wise, and empathetic, the authors use 'case studies' of people's mid-life stories and a well-constructed system of deep questions and practical steps to help you determine the future you really want and steer your way to it.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In the early months of the Spanish Civil War, Canadian-American archaeologist Dr. Grace 'Shale' Clifden and her inexperienced field crew of well-met Canadians-Dorothy Livesay, P. K. Page, and Sheila Doherty-are documenting a rare discovery of prehistoric cave art in Galicia when they are kidnapped. A local Spanish commander, a Nationalists, loyal to Franco and the Fascists, believes they are foreign spies and takes them to his ancestral home, locking them in underground cells. There, he enlists his brother, Dr. Alexandre Castro, a psychology professor at the University of Madrid, to interrogate the women, but instead, he secretly forms a bond with them. Unlike the commander, Alexandre is a loyalist, supporting the Republicans, nevertheless, he is eager to escape the clutches of the State Intelligence Service-who plan to force him to devise forms of psychological torture. Alexandre convinces his brother to let him chaperone the women while they finish their research, as the Smithsonian will pay the commander a hefty sum for it.After Shale and the women have compiled their findings, Alexandre helps them escape Spain to London with him. But while in London, they learn of other Canadians who have bravely volunteered to help fight for democracy in Spain despite the dangers, and now, they, too, want to help the cause. Knowing the war is escalating, Alexandre, Shale and the women are determined to rescue archives and artifacts from the University of Madrid and help the National Junta for Protection of Artistic Treasure transfer Spain's great art collection to Geneva. As they do so, they must be braver than ever, as the devastating Battle of Madrid is upon them.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This debut novel will have you pondering your attachment to physical objects and how these hold unexplainable power to connect you with others.have you considering how your energy and actions ripple across social divides and age differences, influencing more than you could imagine.have you understanding how an ordinary person can become iconic through a series of smaller circumstances.Mavis Howard thought she was happy. She certainly wasn't looking for epiphanies or personal transformation, but when her husband suddenly announces that he's leaving her for another woman-one able to give him the child that she could not-she can't help but start re-evaluating her entire life. She doesn't like what she sees. So, after a cathartic awakening leaves her energized and present in her own body, in ways she's never experienced before, she leaves everything behind to start a new life, in a new place, with no expectations or obligations beyond simply being true to herself-whatever that might look like. Settling down in Saskatoon, Mavis soon finds herself opening up to the world around her in novel ways as she begins to explore both her new home and her own heart. Then something inside of her shifts. People she's never even met are drawn to her and start volunteering their stories, seeming to somehow sense they can trust both their secrets and their precious possessions to her safekeeping. Before long, her life is full to overflowing with rich emotions and poignant memories-none of them her own. As her collection of stories and entrusted treasures grows and starts to take on a life of its own, in ways no one could have predicted, Mavis finds herself torn between the desire to remain open and receptive to other people-and the need to protect herself.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Her whole life, Lai was told that she'd only live to see eighteen years. In the seemingly utopian community she grew up in, scientists calculated residents' life expectancies at birth, and that number defined their place within their society. When Lai was given the number eighteen in a community where numbers over one hundred are the norm, her life was considered all but meaningless. As her eighteenth birthday approached, Lai became determined not to be defined by her death date, and then everything started to unravel. After escaping the only life she'd ever known, in a community that she had been taught was all that was left of humanity, Lai is now faced with something even more terrifying: the truth. The Silent Spaces picks up where The Quiet Limit left off, following Lai as she navigates past losses, present confusion, and future uncertainties. She must find a way to survive, all while refusing to give up on those she left behind.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Read it for nostalgia, for memories of pop culture, for history, or for pure entertainment. Growing Up Canadian, Volume 2 will shed a spotlight on the astonishing degree to which Canada changed in a mere twenty years from 1960 to 1980. Rolling out in a series of fast-paced entries are TV shows and personalities, rock and pop music, fads and fashion, the stars of stage and screen, the high and low lights of sports, and much more. The reader will be guided along a compelling journey through the Canadiana of the recent past. The stereotypes about Canada and Canadians being dull, and history being boring, are decisively laid to rest through wit and humour.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In Fruits of the Spirit, Elijah III brings a unique and fresh approach to the examination of our spiritual journey as individuals and as the human race. In this inspiring offering of lessons, parables, psalms, and stories, readers are encouraged to live authentically for and with God as part of the divine.In this fourth installment of a series, Elijah III, the main character who brings the teaching of Jesus to life, asks the readers the difficult question: Does your inner journey match your external life In guiding the audience to answers, he challenges the orthodoxy and tradition of today while comforting seekers and reassuring doubters. It's all about a personal devotion of faith. When we believe in God and that he loves us, and we display selfless devotion, fearless loyalty, genuine fairness, enlightened honesty, abiding hope, confiding trust, merciful ministry, unfailing goodness, forgiving tolerance, loving service, and enduring peace in our lives, we are assured of our eternal salvation, united with the divine.Fruits of the Spirit speaks to readers from a wide range of 'religious' backgrounds, from regular church-attenders to 'nones.' It will meet you where you are on your journey and gently help you take the next step to reaching your full potential in the Creator.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The Sisters of the Soil meet up again for fun times and good food - this time in Newfoundland - where Hannah, from the U.K., makes an extraordinary find outside Rhodo's saltbox house by the sea. She insists it's worth a fortune. But is she right The Sisters dig around for the truth - with shocking consequences. Along the way, they get to sample some traditional Newfoundland dishes (recipes are included in the book) and explore a wild, beautiful part of Canada which may contain an exciting secret.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Our world is grappling with unprecedented challenges, as the collective well-being of its eight billion citizens is compromised by alarming rates of illness, mental health struggles, and unmet emotional, physical, and spiritual needs. Many individuals are overwhelmed, feeling stuck and unsure of how to address these pressing issues, leaving them searching for direction and guidance.This guidebook offers some hope and practical advice. What does it mean to live a happy and healthy life To manage stress, prevent burnout, and achieve a higher level of self-awareness along the way Dr. Cindi Saj and Christa Smith, co-authors, delve into the interconnected realms of body and mind, drawing upon scientific research and sharing their own personal experiences to guide readers on a transformative path of self-care. By embracing these practices, they aim to inspire a sense of peace and joy that will radiate outward, positively impacting the world around us. 'Self-care is not selfish,' the authors maintain. Together, Dr. Saj and Smith have twenty years of experience in the counselling field and Finding Your Wellness: A Guidebook to Self-Care brings together an expansive range of tips, tricks, and tools for helping readers identify and attend to their own unique needs. This will involve exploring new strategies for better sleep, cultivating mindfulness, and enhancing financial insight, all through the lens of self-care practices that intersect and complement each other in unique yet powerful ways.The book is filled with actionable insights but is not prescriptive or restrictive in nature. Some ideas will resonate with the reader, and others may not. The concept of knowledge within this book is one of accessibility and generosity: 'take what you need and share the rest'. While it is not a comprehensive guide, it offers a wealth of valuable insights and practical strategies for incorporating self-care into every aspect of life. By reading this book, individuals will gain new perspectives and discover fresh approaches to nurturing their well-being.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Filled with intrigue and juicy stories, Nancy Hillis: The Vamp of Savannah tells the story of one of Savannah's most colorful characters, Ms. Nancy Hillis. Now with ALS, Miss Hillis is telling the real story of Mandy Nichols, her character in the best selling book, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. From her partnership with the piano playing, loving scoundrel Joe Odom in Sweet Georgia Browns, the hot jazz club in Savannah, Georgia; to her escapades with Minerva, the Voodoo Priestess; to her reign as a national beauty queen; and her heartbreaking dealings with the molestation of her son; Nancy tells it all-the good and not so good. You will laugh, cry and be amazed to read the story of this remarkable woman whose motto is 'never, never, never give up.'. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The 1960s was a period of radical social change. Many young people rejected the politics and values of the day and decided to 'drop out' and migrate to the country. The desire for an independent rural life on the land took many of them to the province of Nova Scotia. To the 'back-to-the-landers,' its 'far-out' location, unspoiled countryside, cheap land and helpful neighbours provided the opportunity to build a self-sufficient life. Inexperienced and unprepared, many eventually left, but some were able to adjust and build satisfying lives while contributing to their communities. Like most immigrants they brought with them new ideas and practices such as alternative energy, organic gardening, health foods, environmentalism, creative arts and crafts and new enterprises. In return their neighbors shared their traditional culture, history and knowledge.Author and sociologist Chris Murphy uses personal experience, oral history and the photography and art of his brother Peter Murphy and partner Anna Syperek to write this missing chapter of Nova Scotian history. This unusual migration story is a timely one for today's new generation of rural migrants and homesteaders and serves as a nostalgic re ection for those who lived through the transformative 'Sixties'. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Seventy-four years after the suspicious death of an unidentified man at a South African beach, the police open a cold-case investigation into the crime. The only clue to his identity - an undeciphered coded message written in an 1817 translated book of verse.Sixteen thousand kilometers away, Rachel Burton begins a search for her biological family. Armed with only an incomplete Canadian birth certificate, she enlists the help of her former lover, investigative journalist and undercover CSIS agent, Hayden Jones.When a public database DNA match connects the police investigation to Rachel's search, it triggers an alert at the British spy agency, MI6. Unwavering for decades in their efforts to preserve the dead man's anonymity, the agency nonetheless remains anxious to find those responsible for his death.As the various protagonists attempt to advance their respective agendas, their paths continue to intersect until, ultimately, all collide in a surprising and unexpected conclusion. Inspired by real events, The Blood Labyrinth is a captivating international mystery by Canadian author B.R. Bentley.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - I strive to create an example of all that I can be so that others in my situation can see disability for what it is. Disability does not separate me from anyone. All people are disabled, and only some are temporarily enabled. Everyone will age. Everyone will need a little help. If people understand this, then all are equal. - ThomasThomas is a brilliant student, an advocate for people with special needs, and a loving son and brother. He has a rare form of muscular dystrophy that over a short time leaves him completely, physically helpless. He cannot roll over, swat away flies, or feed himself, and he requires 24/7 care. But despite his daily challenges, Thomas never lets his disability get in the way. Always quick with a joke, he's eternally optimistic, finds the positive in any situation, and looks out for those around him, trying to make their day better. In Living in the Land of the Uprights, Thomas's mother, Kathy, recounts Thomas's journey as their family faces uphill battles navigating doctor's appointments, visits to emergency rooms, advocating for funding, and fighting for equal rights for Thomas. A close-knit family, they celebrate successes and support each other through heartbreak.In his time on earth, Thomas faces the world on his terms and wows everyone he encounters, never taking no for an answer and lobbying to move across the country to follow his dream. He and his family have no idea of the powerful impact he will have and how he will change so many lives. When you read this book, not only will you feel the pure blissful passion of Thomas's life story, but you will also learn how to leave a legacy that will live forever as Thomas has done . through kindness, perseverance, and humour.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Marxism and Smart Life is a compelling and thought-provoking examination of different aspects of human society. Comprised of two impressive volumes of philosophical, political, and economic thought-'Is Karl Marx Right ' and 'Modern Human Smart Life'-author Nima Mazhari begins by exploring Marx's theory of capital and analyzing its validity, especially in terms of modern society. Although once a Marxist himself, Mazhari does not shy away from examining some fatal flaws in Marx's theory. These include Marx's denial of the use-value of commodity for the capitalist, his insistence that a capitalist society is made up of only two classes, and most importantly, his assertion that a capitalist society cannot be made to work.In his second volume, 'Modern Human Smart Life,' Mazhari assesses the components of modern society and the importance of having a realistic and genuine philosophical school of thought to guide human evolution. Even more importantly, Mazhari puts forward some implementable ideas on changes that can be made to executive, legislative, judicial, and treasurial structures and powers that will vastly improve modern society.No matter what your philosophical background or political beliefs are, Marxism and Smart Life will challenge you to see Marxism in a new light, and leave you feeling invigorated about the possibilities for improving our modern capitalist society.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The year is 1941. Talk of the US entering the war is on everyone's lips, but no one knows quite when or how. But technology is shifting quickly, and the new radar-directed armaments aboard US ships might just be the key to turning the tide.So, when the Japanese make their move on Pearl Harbor and America is thrust to the frontline, there is only one man for the job: Lieutenant Scott Ellsworth, a young naval academy graduate eager for sea duty, whose unique training with the new technology makes him the ideal candidate for introducing it to his peers. But Scott has a secret: he prefers the company of men.Both a thoughtful imagining of what life was like for a gay man serving in World War II and a thorough bringing-to-life of the Navy's innovations in radar technology at the time, Proceedings of the Gun Club is a one-of-a-kind work of historical fiction. Thrown into sea duty aboard USS Washington, one of the first American battleships equipped with radar-directed fire control, Scott must contend with the condescension and dismissiveness of his superiors and peers being introduced to radar, as well as all the regular politicking required of a naval servicemember. Along the way, intrigue ensues with the mysterious overboard disappearance of the ship's admiral, and all the while, Scott must find a way to obscure his sexual orientation-though his introduction, when on assignment, to a handsome British officer might complicate things.Full of mystery, romance, and incredible historical detail, The Proceedings of the Gun Club: Atlantic Overture is sure to make a thrilling addition to the bookshelves of readers of all kinds, including World War II afficionados and lovers of gay romance alike.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - On a hazy summer morning in 1961, amidst a visit from her best friend Brenda and Brenda's infant daughter, Kelly's world shatters in a single moment. A mundane trip to the grocery store to replenish milk turns into a nightmare as Kelly returns to find devastation in place of her cozy apartment complex-her cherished friend and her own daughter Donna Jo lost to the merciless flames. Left with only Brenda's baby, a mirror image of her lost child, Kelly makes a life-altering choice in the blink of an eye and claims the child as her own.A decade later, the past resurfaces when Brenda's widowed husband Paul reaches out, igniting a storm of conflicting emotions within Kelly. Despite the deep bonds forged with her 'adopted' daughter, the guilt and haunting shadows of the past refuse to release their grip. And then there's the enigmatic presence of an old homeless woman, a witness to Kelly's actions, who threatens to reveal her deepest darkest secret. This story is a saga of love, family, forgiveness, and redemption against a backdrop of tangled emotions and unforeseen dangers. As Kelly navigates the intricate web of her choices, the narrative twists and turns, revealing the enduring power of love to conquer even the darkest corners of the human heart.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Family, Entrepreneurship, and Service: Count Hassanali R. Dedhar of Eldoret is the biography of Count Hassanali R. Dedhar (1900-1978), an entrepreneur in Eldoret, Kenya. After migrating from Zanzibar to Eldoret in search of a better life and opportunities, Hassanali marries and opens a small shop. This modest life is only the beginning of a grander adventure. Composed from interviews, research, and personal anecdotes, this biography details the social and cultural histories of Eldoret, the Ismaili community, and one extensive family from India to East Africa to Canada.The book is a beautiful blend of research, interviews, and memories. Many of the recollections, facts, and historical background are poignant and continue to be relevant. Including first- and second-hand accounts contextualizes the history of the times and places discussed. It also shows the consequences of history for real people.The history is also layered. Sometimes, the focus is political and societal, other times it's familial and sociological. The specific details and descriptions of daily life, customs, and cultures engages readers.The pictures are beautiful and bring the stories alive. Like the specific descriptions, these have an immersive element to them. These also give the reader a sense that because many of these images are from personal, familial collections, they wouldn't be able to see these pictures elsewhere unless they read the book.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Earth is facing a coming ice age. Humanity has marshalled its technology and resources in an attempt to delay the great cold; a diversion necessary to maintain hope for the people. But some few know the truth. There is little hope left on Earth. But there may still be hope in the stars. Michael, ward of the church since childhood is summoned for humanity's most ambitious and secret undertaking. Shepard the human race to a new home. Finished construction, 240 million kilometres from the sun is the Ark. The ship designed to carry one half million souls in suspended animation to a new world. But the mission of the Ark is more than simply saving the human species. Its creator, the New Unified Church must save the human spirit and accomplish what humanity never attempted; bring together the religions of the world and expunge the ancient hatreds that dominate doctrine. But the cost to the church will be its very existence. In order to unify, all agree that the Ark must not carry the symbols, books or even the knowledge of any of the old religions. To survive, humanity must lose God and have faith that God will find them in the stars.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -In 1860, Cary Castle was built by George Hunter Cary in Victoria, the bustling Gold Rush capital of Vancouver Island. Cary was the brilliant 'Boy Attorney-General,' unethical, unpopular and mentally disturbed-one of the colony's vivid early characters.In 1865 Governor Arthur Kennedy forced the parsimonious Legislative Assembly to purchase the mansion as Vancouver Island's Government House. After 1871, it became the vice-regal residence of the new province of British Columbia which it remained until it burned down in 1899.Defectively built and uncomfortable to live in, prone to drafts, fires and water leakage, it nevertheless reflected the character and heritage of Victoria and played an important role in the history of the province and Canada. The venue of elegant social events, as well as personal dramas, the mansion hosted British royalty, governors general, naval officers and local political leaders, and could have become a Canadian historic site.Cary Castle was also a family home for vice-regal couples where babies were born, boys slid down the bannister in the main hall, nasty diseases were endured and the Chinese 'help' was indispensable.Based on personal memoirs and letters, government documents, newspaper articles, photographs and plans, this book recreates how that idiosyncratic mansion looked and even smelled. Professor Martin Segger described Dr. Taylor's earlier study, The Birdcages. British Columbia's First Legislative Buildings (Friesen, 2020), as 'a significant contribution, [with] fascinating detail, [and] a highly readable writing style.' (Ormsby Review, April 22, 2020) Between Heaven and Balmoral expands the picture of colonial Victoria developed in The Birdcages and will appeal to readers interested in Victoria's history, especially its early social and architectural development. 180 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Physicians diagnose and treat many conditions.Everyone who understands the nature of healthcare will be better able to participate in their ownand their family's care.The Nature of Clinical Care explains the concepts underlying medical care. It provides everybody, including students, professionals and patients, with the know-how to participate in their own care. Approachable, straightforward, andinsightful, it fills a crucial gap by addressing the patient-doctor relationship, how people make diagnoses, the purposes, benefits and risks of interventions, and the art and science of Medicine.It is a vast collection of helpful resources. As such, this compendium augments our knowledge base enabling and empowering everyone who must interact with the care system and its professionals. 200 pp. Englisch.…