This book is a compilation of nine short books written between 2007 and 2021, in the ninth and tenth decades of the author's life. It contains his spiritual philosophy expressed in simple language accessible to all. The book tells of what the author has come to believe after a lifetime of seeking for the meaning of life, and how one should live that life at its optimum level. He explains that this cannot be proved: it is ultimately not susceptible to the usual scientific methods, for it lies in a different realm of reality which has to be experienced inwardly. However, its main tenets lie behind world religions and go back to mankind`s earliest thinkings and feelings. Believe it or not as you will, suggests the author. All he can say is that it has sustained him throughout his life and has made that life harmonious and joyous. The teachings of which he speaks are often referred to as the Ancient Wisdom. He first came across them at the age of twenty-five when he met a man who was well versed in that ancient wisdom which is to be found woven throughout major religions, philosophies and mystical teachings. This man was Eugene Halliday, who, the author says, was said to be one of the great spirits of the modern age. The phrase he used to describe the ultimate result of these teachings was 'Reflexive Self-Consciousness'. This, the author explains, was the same message taught by those of old, although expressed by his mentor Halliday in more modern terms. A wise but modest man, the author says that he is no academic or scholar or learned man - adding, with gentle humour, that it is written that an academic is an ass with a load of books on his back. He writes for the average person - of any age - who has no time left to think on these things but who may like to know more. He writes for this person - for he is such a one himself, he says. It is this which makes his story and his accumulated wisdom both inspiring and accessible.

This book is a compilation of nine short books written between 2007 and 2021, in the ninth and tenth decades of the author's life. It contains his spiritual philosophy expressed in simple language accessible to all. The book tells of what the author has come to believe after a lifetime of seeking for the meaning of life, and how one should live that life at its optimum level. He explains that this cannot be proved: it is ultimately not susceptible to the usual scientific methods, for it lies in a different realm of reality which has to be experienced inwardly. However, its main tenets lie behind world religions and go back to mankind`s earliest thinkings and feelings. Believe it or not as you will, suggests the author. All he can say is that it has sustained him throughout his life and has made that life harmonious and joyous. The teachings of which he speaks are often referred to as the Ancient Wisdom. He first came across them at the age of twenty-five when he met a man who was well versed in that ancient wisdom which is to be found woven throughout major religions, philosophies and mystical teachings. This man was Eugene Halliday, who, the author says, was said to be one of the great spirits of the modern age. The phrase he used to describe the ultimate result of these teachings was 'Reflexive Self-Consciousness'. This, the author explains, was the same message taught by those of old, although expressed by his mentor Halliday in more modern terms. A wise but modest man, the author says that he is no academic or scholar or learned man - adding, with gentle humour, that it is written that an academic is an ass with a load of books on his back. He writes for the average person - of any age - who has no time left to think on these things but who may like to know more. He writes for this person - for he is such a one himself, he says. It is this which makes his story and his accumulated wisdom both inspiring and accessible.

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Your child will love tracing lowercase letters in this silly alphabet workbook Perfect for helping children ages 3 to 6 remember and write the lowercase letters of the alphabet, "Crazy Town Upside Down: An Alphabet Workbook" is the companion to the rhyming storybook, "Crazy Town Upside Down: An Alphabet Book." To help your little learner(s) practice writing the lowercase letters, this workbook makes it easy for children to start writing the letters of the alphabet on their own by advancing through four different letter writing stages: (a) outlined letters with the assistance of both a starting point and arrows to guide them, (b) outlined letters with only the assistance of a starting point (no guiding arrows), (c) dash-outlined letters without both the marked starting point and guiding arrows, and (d) writing own letters without outlines, starting point, and guiding arrows.

Thoughts on what has been called The Ancient Wisdom and on some of those thoughts which have occupied the minds of men over the centuries. This book is a collection of short writings dating from 2006 when I was 81 years old and which I privately published over the next eight years as a series of small booklets. They proved quite popular and I was asked to collect them into a single volume. This is it.

The Beam is a love story, centring round an old beam in Devon, the owner of the house containing the beam, and a woman marine researcher. Then, after a dramatic incident while together at sea, they finally set off to sail around the world...The beam in the house acts as a trigger for several other beams of various times and places, all linking the couple together. Beyond the Beam follows on directly from the earlier novel and explores the ongoing relationship of Hal and Amanda on their journey around the world in their junk rigged ketch "Kwan Yin". Amanda at last discovers the name of the old man who has haunted her visions and whom she now believes is the spirit of Hal and the Elizabethan sea captain.

Hold on tight for this inspiring and playfully rhyming tale, full of fun and delightful drawings Embark upon a fantastic adventure where a brave young boy befriends a misunderstood, lonely dragon, who truly has a beautiful heart. But when their soaring and roaring friendship is in danger, only clever courage can capture the hearts of the terrified town "Dragon Howl" is a wonderful, rhyming adventure that will inspire you and your children This beautiful and fun story is certain to captivate the imagination of both parents and kids. What a delightful way to teach children about courage, empathy, and kindness towards others who are different from them Hope you enjoy reading and sharing "Dragon Howl" with your special little one Check out the book trailer for "Dragon Howl" on Vanessa's Amazon Author Page or on Youtube: http: //youtu.be/RY6E9vcmzic

Your child will love learning the alphabet in this silly, rhyming alphabet book Follow the hilarious antics of unforgettable characters, whose actions shape and highlight each letter of the alphabet. These amazingly fun letter adventures are an innovative way to make learning and tracing lowercase letters both easy and entertaining With fantastically funny stories and colorful, amusing artwork, "Crazy Town Upside Down: An Alphabet Book" is perfect for children ages 2 to 6 To help your future reader remember the letters of the alphabet, this creative and engaging book uses successful teaching strategies including rhyming, finger tracing, and alliteration. By emphasizing and repeating the target letter sound several times, your little learner will begin to understand the corresponding letter sound by simply listening to and enjoying the stories

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A veteran Broadway producer, Philip Rose here recalls the challenges and controversy he faced in bringing to the stage such ground-breaking shows as A Raisin in the Sun, Purlie Victorious, and The Owl and the Pussycat. Rose's experiences with these and other productions abound with crises and comedy that flood the pages of this memoir.