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Story narratives of historical and heroic inspirational figures around the globe in two Philippine language versions: Tagalog and Ilocano.

My budding career as a literary scholar was suddenly hijacked by a singular seemingly random event. It was 1976 when I tiptoed into a tiny Buddhist shrine room in a farmhouse nestled into the Black Mountains of Wales and there beheld a Tibetan master, the 16th Karmapa. That glimpse into the enlightened mind became embedded like a seed and grew into a quest over the next decades to find the key places on our planet called the Hidden Lands. Why did it take decades to get there? What made the right ingredients emerge to penetrate this sacred sanctuary? And who hid it and why?

Britain, 1954. The Second World War has ravaged the country, and for years families had been forced to go without to help the war effort. Even in the tiny stone village of Capel Celyn - where time seemingly stands still in the lush beauty of the surrounding hills - the war has left behind empty tables and broken hearts. But then the residents learn that their beloved village is at risk of being taken from them, and in the most shocking way imaginable. Who will be brave enough to save it?

Listen to this positive collection of short stories for children featuring animals in the Artic with lessons on respect, diversity, patience, kindness, honesty, forgiveness, and teamwork.

The Ultimate Management Book gives you everything you need to be a better manager. It is a dynamic collection of essential skills covering the topics that will help you make a seismic impact upon your performance - faster than you ever thought possible. If you want to be the best, you have to have the right skillset. From managing and motivating people and teams to performance management and appraisals, The Ultimate Management Book is a dynamic collection of tools, techniques and strategies for success.

Keeping up with the escapades of the kids in my classroom was one thing. Avoiding the drug dealers next door was another. Then there was Harold, the guy I could neither see nor hear, the ghost who helped me survive more than one attack on my life. How did we communicate? By text, of course.

Tired of feeling exhausted at the end of the day? Do you wish you could feel happier in your everyday life? In Turn your Happiness On, you will find the most powerful, scientifically proven, simple strategies to increase your feelings of happiness right now. Norma Nikutowski wrote this book to share the insights she gained from counseling people who were struggling to find joy. She also tells stories of her own search for happiness and the sometimes humbling experiences which taught her so much. Her mission is to help as many people as possible enjoy their lives.

En una noche desolada y fría de pleno mes de julio, Paloma escribía en su cuarto, frente a la ventana orientada hacia la plaza Alsina. Desde allí vio a una mujer sentada en un banco, leyendo un libro a la luz de un farol. La mujer llevaba un sombrero extraño, alto, de un azul intenso. Un sombrero antiguo.

Rocío Samperio vive en un edificio de la calle Piedras al 1800 y aquella noche volvió a escuchar los gritos de su vecina anunciando, una vez más, lo que nunca sucedía: "Si te vas, me matooo". Pero esta vez fue el último grito y también el último portazo de su marido.

Drawing on both lived experience and cultural memory, Norma Dunning brings together six powerful short stories centered on modern-day Inuk characters in Tainna. Ranging from homeless to extravagantly wealthy, from spiritual to jaded, from young to elderly, and even from alive to deceased, Dunning’s characters are united by shared feelings of alienation, displacement, and loneliness resulting from their experiences in southern Canada. They must rely on their wits, artistic talent, humor, and spirituality­ for survival, and find solace in shining moments of reconnection.

Der neue Weltbestseller der Autorin von "Die Eleganz des Igels". Rose hat mit ihren vierzig Jahren das Gefühl, noch gar nicht richtig gelebt zu haben. Als Botanikerin kennt sie Blumen, aber sie betrachtet sie nicht; nichts dringt zu ihr durch, nichts kann sie berühren. Dann reißt ein unerwarteter Anruf sie aus ihrem Alltag: Sie soll für die Testamentseröffnung ihres Vaters nach Kyoto fliegen. Als sie widerwillig zustimmt, ahnt sie nicht, wie sehr das fremde Land mit seinen Tempeln und Zen-Gärten sie aufwühlen wird.

Bienvenidas a "Mujeres Sabias", el pódcast donde hablamos sobre la sabiduría femenina y cómo tomar las riendas de nuestras vidas desde el autoconocimiento y la sanación. Aquí encontrarás reflexiones, herramientas y consejos para lograr el equilibrio emocional y el bienestar que todas merecemos. Exploraremos técnicas como el coaching, el mindfulness y la reprogramación de la memoria celular para superar la ansiedad, la desmotivación, el desgano y realmente sanar. En este espacio, quiero inspirarte a ser la mejor versión de ti misma y a empoderarte para vivir la vida que deseas. Estas ...

Edith Norma Shearer (August 11, 1902 – June 12, 1983) was a Canadian-American actress who was active on film from 1919 through 1942. Shearer often played spunky, sexually liberated women. She became the first five-time Academy Award acting nominee, winning Best Actress for The Divorcee in 1930.

Alone and betrayed, American professor Bonny Bryant longs for a haven of peace. She accepts a position at a small Christian college in Fort William, Scotland, craving escape from her painful past. The passionate love which develops when she meets fellow professor and sheep farmer, Kieran MacDonell, is something she never anticipated. Kieran harbors a deep anger toward God in the face of his own devastating grief. When Bonny’s former fiancé reenters her life, Kieran’s loneliness draws him to a former student.

Spirituality 101 is about YOU – It is the course that was never offered in college. It provides information on how to put ancient wisdom teachings into practical daily living. It fosters inner/outer listening and self-empowerment. Have you ever wondered about the so-called mysteries of life and the human potential to know truth? Can you create from your spirit, and explore the world with all of your senses? If you need help on your spiritual journey, advice about relevant tools of transformation - this course is for you. Our guests are experts in the field of spirituality, folks who have ...

Ever wonder if there's a way to heal the scars left by emotionally immature, abusive parents and create a nurturing environment for your children? Does the weight of your upbringing hold you back from forming healthy relationships and being the parent you aspire to be? Are you yearning for a roadmap to transform your pain into power and navigate the journey from surviving to thriving? Healing the Past! is my recovery journey; this book is a compilation of everything I have found that helped me heal.

Eines Morgens stößt Greg auf eine Reportage über das ›Mädchen mit den Zöpfen‹, das 2018 mit ihrem Klimastreik eine globale Bewegung ausgelöst hatte. Über zehn Jahre sind seitdem vergangen, und wenig hat sich getan. Gerade noch hat Greg gegen sein Gewissen Forschungsergebnisse über die Schädlichkeit eines Pestizids gefälscht. Gleichzeitig unterstützt er seine Nichte Lucie und ihr Engagement für das Klima. Als er dabei die Umweltaktivistin Véra kennenlernt, wird Gregs Weltbild auf den Kopf gestellt.

Innovations like AI are helping us teach and engage students in ways that are more personalized, accessible, and effective than ever before. We also face challenges alongside these exciting advancements. How can we ensure that technology is used ethically and equitably? How do we balance innovation with the complexities it brings? Now is the time to be part of shaping the future of education—your voice and ideas can make a difference. Dr. Norma Jones is the host of the Innovating Higher Ed Podcast. She spotlights innovators who are transforming the way we educate and engage students.

Buying and selling a brokerage is one of the most transformative experiences in most brokers’ careers. The transformation can either be wildly positive or devastatingly negative.

Daniel descubre la historia del misterioso mago Sirasfi que trabaja en un circo y le ayuda a recuperar un maravilloso tesoro, las cinco piedras mágicas que reunidas darán poder a quien las posea.