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In Good Entertainment, Byung-Chul Han examines the notion of entertainment—its contemporary ubiquity, and its philosophical genealogy. Entertainment today, in all its totalizing variety, has an apparently infinite capacity
...Western thinking has long been dominated by essence, by a preoccupation with that which dwells in itself and delimits itself from the other. By contrast, Far Eastern thought is centred not on essence but on absence. The fundamental topos of Far Eastern thinking is not being but 'the way' (dao), which lacks the solidity and fixedness of essence. The difference between essence and absence is the difference between being and path, between dwelling
...From bestselling author Kim Schaefer comes this collection of 21 engaging piecing and applique projects for fall, including tried-and-true motifs such as pumpkins, sunflowers, acorns, turkeys, and autumn leaves. Plus, celebrate Halloween with spooky spiders, friendly bats, expressive...
24) Little Brown Nut
Start Small, Think Big sets readers on a journey of discovery, beginning with small miracles of life and connecting them to the big picture of our natural world. Each book features a large fold-out illustration on the final pages.
Little Brown Nut starts small, with a large fruit falling from the tallest tree in the Amazon rainforest. Inside is a little brown Brazil
...Clarice Lispector: From Brazil to the World explains why the Brazilian master was so transformative of modern Brazilian literature and why she has become such a celebrity in the world literature arena. This book also shows why Lispector is not one writer, as many think, but many writers. By offering close readings of her novels, stories, and nonfiction pieces, Earl E. Fitz shows the diverse sides of her literary world. Chapters cover Lispector's
...This exploration delves into the luxurious jewelry adorned by Byzantine emperors and empresses, unraveling the symbolism woven into each gemstone, filigree detail, and enamel flourish. In the heart of the Byzantine Empire, a realm that bridged the ancient and medieval worlds, the regalia worn by emperors and empresses transcended mere ornamentation. Laden with regal gemstones, intricate filigree work, and vibrant enamels, Byzantine imperial jewelry
...27) Chicken Cookbook
"Jewels of the Incas" unveils the opulent world of ancient South American adornments, delving into the intricate craftsmanship, cultural symbolism, and spiritual significance of jewelry in Inca civilization. From gold and silver treasures to vibrant gemstone creations, the book explores how these precious ornaments reflected the social, religious, and artistic aspects of Inca society.
31) Apples Cookbook
Wildfires have been part of the American landscape for thousands of years. Forests need fire—it's as necessary to their well-being as soil and sunlight. But some...
35) Desert Queen
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In a kaleidoscope of desert sands and swirling skirts, Queen Harish takes flight. This picture book biography, spun in vibrant verse by Jyoti Gopal, traces the journey of a beloved Rajasthani drag performer who defied tradition and dazzled the world.
Fueled by an inner fire, young Harish yearns...
Discover the life of John Lewis—a story for kids 6 to 9 about fighting for a better world
John Lewis was a civil rights leader and United States congressman who never stopped speaking up for justice, equality, and peace. Before he marched with Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement, John was a thoughtful kid who loved learning but wasn't able to go to a good school because of segregation. He wanted to
...37) Jürgen Klopp
Little Jürgen grew up in a village in Germany's Black Forest and spent most of his time watching or playing soccer. As a small child, Jürgen listened to matches on the car radio, making tactical suggestions only to hear them implemented moments...
Because most of them sound wonderful, but don't work! And the dogs being trained often develop problems as a result. Frustrated pet owners are looking for practical, humane answers — that provide results.
The experienced approach contained in The ABC Practical Training Guide has proven itself with over 40,000 dog owners across the United
...Keep the Focus on Jesus this Christmas with 24 Family Devotions for Advent!
The flurry of shopping, gift giving, recitals, and parties adds a certain amount of tension to a season meant to be infused instead with awe and wonder. Ask most families what the focus of Christmas really is and...
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