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The dazzling companion volume to the bestselling MYTHOS. There are heroes - and then there are Greek heroes.
Few mere mortals have ever embarked on such bold and heart-stirring adventures, overcome myriad monstrous perils, or outwitted scheming vengeful gods, quite as stylishly and triumphantly as Greek heroes.
In this companion to his bestselling Mythos, Stephen Fry brilliantly retells these dramatic, funny, tragic and timeless tales. Join Jason aboard the Argo as he quests for the Golden Fleece. See Atalanta - who was raised by bears - outrun any man before being tricked with golden apples. Witness wily Oedipus solve the riddle of the Sphinx and discover how Bellerophon captures the winged horse Pegasus to help him slay the monster Chimera.
Heroes is the story of what we mortals are truly capable of - at our worst and our very best.
As one of the world's most loved poets, Rumi's poems are celebrated
for their message of love and their beauty, but too often they are
stripped of their mystical and spiritual meanings. The Gift of Rumi
offers a new reading of Rumi, contextualising his work against the
broader backdrop of Islamic mysticism and adding a richness and
authenticity that is lacking in many Westernized conceptions of his
work. Author Emily O'Dell has studied Sufism both academically, in
her work and research at Harvard, Columbia, and the American
University of Beirut, and in practice, learning from a Mevlevi
master and his whirling dervishes. She weaves this expertise
throughout The Gift of Rumi, sharing a new vision of Rumi's classic
work. At the heart of Rumi's mystical poetry is the "religion of
love" which transcends all religions. Through his majestic verses
of ecstasy and longing, Rumi invites us into the religion of the
heart and guides us to our own loving inner essence. The Gifts of
Rumi gives us a key to experiencing this profound and powerful
invitation, allowing readers to meet the master in a new way.
Bruce Lee's daughter illuminates her father's most powerful life
philosophies, and how we can apply his teachings to our daily lives
'Empty your mind; be formless, shapeless like water' Bruce Lee is a
cultural icon, world renowned for his martial arts and film legacy.
But Lee was also a deeply philosophical thinker, believing that
martial arts are more than just an exercise in physical discipline
- they are a perfect metaphor for personal growth. In Be Water, My
Friend, Shannon Lee shares previously untold stories from her
father's life along with the concepts at the core of his teachings.
Each chapter reveals a lesson from Bruce Lee, expanding on the
foundation of his iconic 'be water' philosophy to reveal a path to
an enlightened way of being. This is an inspirational call to
action to consider our lives with new eyes and a testament to Lee's
unique power to ignite our imaginations and transform our lives.
Here are egte South African stories that flirt with legend and
history, go to bed with world literature, and produce a golem
elephant, a talking fish, Black Jim the colonel of dragoons, a
Green Man in the Cotswolds, a donkey on heat in Pofadder, ancestral
voices and much more. The sangoma Malibongwe Ngingingini is an old
friend who moves in realms of consciousness along with his beloved
apprentice Anna. Their task is to heal, which they do in ever more
inventive forms as they travel in South Africa and then further
afield. This first collection of tales from the shaman's record
will be followed by further packages of their exploits between the
light and dark.
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The Ramayana
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Sunita Shah, Rishi Handa; Illustrated by James Ballance
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**The mesmerising retelling from the woman at the heart of one of
Ancient Greece's most famous myths.** 'I absolutely adored this
book and am encouraging everyone I know to buy a copy.' REAL READER
REVIEW 'The last few pages will easily become tear soaked. I loved
every minute of this book' REAL READER REVIEW 'A lyrical,
insightful re-telling' - Daily Mail 'If you like Madeline Miller's
Circe and Song of Achilles, you will eat up Ariadne [. . .] Saint
makes it a page-turner' - Glamour 'Exquisitely written and
exceptionally moving, this is a mythical retelling to savour.' -
Elodie Harper, author of THE WOLF DEN 'ARIADNE gives voice to the
misused Princess of Crete who betrayed her father to save Theseus
from the Minotaur. Relevant and revelatory.' - Stylist Ariadne,
Princess of Crete and daughter of the fearsome King Minos, grows up
hearing stories of gods and heroes. But beneath the golden palace
something else stirs, the hoofbeats and bellows echoing from the
Labyrinth below. Every year its captive, the Minotaur - Ariadne's
brother - demands blood. When Theseus, Prince of Athens, arrives as
a sacrifice to the beast, Ariadne sees in him her chance to escape.
But helping Theseus kill the monster means betraying her family and
country, and Ariadne knows only too well that drawing the attention
of the mercurial gods may cost her everything. In a world where
women are nothing more than the pawns of powerful men, will
Ariadne's decision to risk everything for love ensure her happy
ending? Or will she find herself sacrificed for her lover's
ambition? ARIADNE gives a voice to the forgotten women of one of
the most famous Greek myths. Beautifully written and completely
immersive, this exceptional debut novel is perfect for fans of
CIRCE, A SONG OF ACHILLES, and THE SILENCE OF THE GIRLS. 'With her
wonderfully executed debut that reimagines the classic tale of
Theseus, Adriane and the Minotaur, Jennifer Saint joins the likes
of Madeline Miller and Pat Barker in forging mesmerising retellings
of ancient Greek myths from a female perspective.' -
Waterstones.com 'Saint's immersive novel thrusts the reader
straight into the heart of Greek mythology with this wonderful
reimagining of the story of Ariadne.' - iPaper 'What happens after
the monster is defeated and the princess leaves with the hero?
Jennifer Saint's ARIADNE is a shimmering tapestry of two sisters
bound by deceit and the shadows of family history. . .With a fresh
voice and keen insight, Saint adds flesh and bone to an ancient
myth, drawing the reader into an uneasy world of ever-afters.' -
Yangsze Choo, New York Times bestselling author of THE NIGHT TIGER
WHAT THE READERS ARE SAYING... 'Stunning writing, fabulous
storytelling and surprisingly real characters who you could
empathise with' 'This is an essential book in the new and rising
volume of retelling from the women's point of view - so revealing
and questioning. The ending 5 pages of this book killed me.' 'So
real, so matter of fact, like a good chat on a girls' night out.'
The common perception of Islam in the media is one of austerity and
rigidity, and in extreme cases, severe cruelty. The situation is
not helped by the strict and narrow-minded interpretation of the
religion by a number its adherents. However, those who are willing
to scratch below the surface and look further will see that nothing
is further from the truth; that Islam does not teach anything
except universal love, mercy, compassion, peace & benevolence.
Dr Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri is an eminent and internationally
renowned Islamic scholar, orator and author. In this book, he
presents numerous quotations from the Qur'an and authentic hadith
to help the reader discover the prime position of the qualities of
mercy and compassion in the Islamic faith. Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri has
meticulously referenced all quotations to ensure accuracy and
clarity in order to dispel any doubts about the matter. Through his
distinctive solid scholarship and methodology, Dr Tahir-ul-Qadri
demonstrates how Islam promotes spiritual endeavour, moderation,
ease and tolerance, and is not merely concerned with ritualism and
outward forms of piety. For Muslims, this book is essential reading
to help reclaim Islam back from those who portray it as merely a
socio-political enterprise devoid of compassion for humanity and
the rest of creation. Non-Muslims, on the other hand, will be able
to appreciate these lesser known aspects of Islam, which in fact
form its core philosophy.
Discover God's Plans for Israel, the Church, the End Times, and
Beyond In his book Israel and the Church, bestselling author and
native Israeli Amir Tsarfati illuminates God's current and future
plans for His chosen ones-the Jewish people and the Christian
church. With this instructive companion, you'll learn more about
why these topics are so relevant today. Get ready to... understand
and apply Bible prophecy to your daily life grow more aware of how
God is working in Israel right now learn why it's so vital that
Christians support Israel appreciate God's faithfulness to both the
Jewish people and Christians To accurately comprehend what God has
in store for the future, it's vital to understand His promises to
Israel for all time. The Israel and the Church Study Guide will
help you do exactly that, equipping you to explore the Bible's many
revelations about what we can expect in the days and ages to come.
A bright white temple as if carved from ice. Statues in candlelit
caves. Massive red monastery walls in the midst of majestic
mountains. In this beautiful book of travel photography, Christoph
Mohr presents the most sacred places of Buddhism. Across Myanmar,
Thailand, Vietnam, China, Tibet, Ladakh, Zanskar, and other Asian
regions, Mohr shows Buddhist temples, monasteries, sacred
mountains, and illuminates the life of the historical Buddha. The
images are accompanied by texts from Oliver Fulling, sharing the
basics of Buddhism and everyday Buddhist practice and rituals.
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The Lives of Man
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Abdallah Ibn Alawi Al-Haddad; Translated by M. Al-Badawi
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Kali Ma
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Sunita Shah; Illustrated by James Ballance
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"Rediscovering the Beauty of Sabbath Rest"
Our bodies and souls were "created "to rest--regularly--and when
they do, we experience heightened productivity, improved health,
and more meaningful relationships.
In these pages you'll find wonderful stories of the senator's
spiritual journey, as well as special Sabbath experiences with
political colleagues such as Bill Clinton, Al and Tipper Gore, John
McCain, Colin Powell, George W. Bush, Bob Dole, and others. Senator
Joe Lieberman shows how his observance of the Sabbath has not only
enriched his personal and spiritual life but enhanced his career
and enabled him to serve his country to his greatest capacity.
Dated 1909, A dialogue took place between a man and his Lord,
stretching beyond the imaginations of all and superseding the works
of man Allama Iqbal raises a series of complaints titled; Shikwa.
The East was swept back in total astonishment as the controversy
had begun. But little did they know that where there is a complaint
surely a response will follow and it sure did. 1913 was the year
the Allama Iqbal reclaimed his lost glory with the much awaited
responce publication of Jawaab-e-Shikwa. It was claimed a
`masterpiece'. It would be unjust not to translate it and relay
such a unique, classical piece of work of Iqbal's.
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