KINGSLEY**, CHARLES::THE WATER-BABIES.
- edizione con copertina flessibile 1980, ISBN: 9780905895505
edizione con copertina rigida
San Marino, CA: Huntington Library and Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, 1998. Paperback (Saddle Stitched). Very Good. Unmarked. Activities and ideas for learning more the American… Altro …
San Marino, CA: Huntington Library and Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, 1998. Paperback (Saddle Stitched). Very Good. Unmarked. Activities and ideas for learning more the American Art in the Scott Gallery Collection at the Huntington Library. Includes eight stops and a bibliography. Illustrated. 14p., Huntington Library and Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, 1998, 3, . M 25 A user-friendly, step-by-step guide to understanding the mind Presents a practical journey into understanding consciousness--philosophys hardest problem, sciences final frontier, and spiritualitys deepest mystery Offers 7 steps to transform your life using the shadow and the light of consciousnessConsciousness from Zombies to Angels presents a practical, step-by-step owners guide for the mind that sorts out philosophys hardest problem, sciences final frontier, and spiritualitys deepest mystery--what consciousness is, how it works, and why its important. 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De Quincey shows how to recognize and break habits and patterns that run your life, how to find out who you really are, and why facing up to your darkest fears will liberate your brightest light as you learn to embrace all of your humanity and experience the power of transformation. Review\nIn clear, accessible language, Christian de Quincey unpacks the mysteries of consciousness and how it works, taking the subject off the philosophers shelf and placing it into the hands of the masses. Anyone reading this book will likely experience a change of view and a shift in their experience of consciousness--bringing them one step closer to reconnecting with their authentic self and the cosmos. Take some time and savor this feast of the mind and heart.\n\n(Harville Hendrix, author of Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples)This is the guide to consciousness that millions have been waiting for. In clear, nontechnical language, Christian de Quincey guides us through the labyrinth of the mind. This is one of the best books on consciousness to emerge in years.\n\n(Larry Dossey, M.D., author of Healing Words and The Power of Premonitions)\n\nIts a rare book that pushes the frontiers of science, philosophy, and spirituality all at the same time. Christian de Quincey has done just that. With an inviting mix of deep insight, compassion, and humor, he shows us how our inner light shines with a brilliance only when we embrace all of who we are, including our darkest shadows.\n\n(Gay Hendricks, author of Five Wishes: How Answering One Simple Question Can Make Your Dreams Come True and Conscious Loving: The Journey to Co-Commitment)\n\n\n--\n\n , 0, Vintage Books. Hardcover. NEW. Ashok Alexander's memoir, "How the Light Gets In," encapsulates a tale of adventure, personal transformation, and the pursuit of a profound goal - to eradicate needless deaths and sickness amongst India's most impoverished mothers and children. With unwavering faith in an indomitable idea, Alexander takes readers on a captivating journey from the bustling streets of Mumbai to the pristine landscapes of Madhya Pradesh. In this remarkable memoir, Alexander truly opens up about his experiences and the profound impact they had on his life. With disarming honesty, he shares his personal belief that there is an adventure nestled within every individual, eagerly waiting to be unearthed. It is through Ashok's narrative that we discover his own adventure, one that leads him away from a prestigious corporate career and towards a path filled with inspiration drawn from the everyday heroism exhibited by marginalized women. "How the Light Gets In" serves as a chronicle of Ashok's audacious yet noble endeavor - to bring an end to needless suffering and mortality rates that plague India's poorest communities. With an inexorable determination, he recounts the formation and growth of an organization that seeks to tackle this immense challenge head-on. Undeterred by obstacles and setbacks, Alexander's unwavering faith in his cause fuels his relentless pursuit. The memoir takes readers on a curated tour of a different India, one often hidden away from the eyes of the world. Ashok invites us to witness the pathos and ineffable beauty that dwells within the lives of those who are marginalized. Through his vivid descriptions, we traverse the landscapes of tribal Madhya Pradesh, immersing ourselves in the captivating allure of lush green forests and enchanting hills. As readers journey through the pages of "How the Light Gets In," they embark on a transformational odyssey alongside Ashok. Leaving behind the corporate world, he discovers the power of humility and learns to seek guidance from those he serves. This fundamental realization becomes a turning point in his personal growth and shapes his approach to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. The memoir evokes a range of emotions, firmly gripping the reader's heart and mind. From moments of intense joy to exasperation, anger to compassion, and even laughter, Ashok skillfully guides us through the intricacies of his experience. Through his expressive prose, he weaves a captivating tale that leaves us awash with a gamut of feelings. Ultimately, "How the Light Gets In" is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of unwavering determination. It speaks of the adventures that await each individual, serving as a beacon of hope and inspiration. Ashok Alexander's memoir serves as a reminder that we all possess the potential to impact lives positively, no matter our background or circumstances. In a world often overshadowed by despair and inequality, "How the Light Gets In" is a poignant reminder that there is always room for change. Through his memoir, Ashok Alexander implores us to seek out the hidden adventures within us, to have faith in our ideas, and to take bold steps towards creating a brighter future for all., Vintage Books, 6, UK,8vo HB+dw/dj,1st edn.[Abridged by Ines de Hosson.] FINE+/VG.No owner inscrptn per se,but colour pictorial illustrated adhesive owner bookplate with handwritten owner's name,pasted to front free endpaper and no price-clip to dw/dj.Bright,crisp,clean,glossy laminated,colour pictorial artwork by Susan Rowe,illustrated front panel of dw/dj with black+white lettering; with negligible shelf-wear or creasing to edges and corners - no major nicks or tears present.A vertically oblique,angled accidental crease to front panel along with some minimal scoring and other indents but without penetration or affecting the boards beneath,rear panel and board similar.Top edges with light toning,fore-edges bright and clean; contents bright,tight, clean,solid and sound - pristine - no dog-ear reading creases to any pages' corners,appears unread - apart from my own collation.Bright, crisp,clean,sharp-cornered,publisher's original plain dark blue cloth boards with bright,crisp,blocked silver gilt letters to spine/backstrip,a blue+white striped headband and clean plain white endpapers.UK,8vo HB+dw/dj,1st edn,9-142pp [paginated] includes 8 chapters,each with a b/w line illustrated headpiece,26 full page,full colour illustrations,2 double- page full page,full colour illustrations,and 2 b/w full page illustrations - all called for (present) and all by Susan Rowe - interspersed throughout the text and the book; plus [unpaginated] blank,a half-title page,a b/w vignette illustrated title page,a contents list/table and to the rear a blank after last paginated page and before rear free endpaper. 'The Water-Babies' is an evocative fairy tale in which Victorian escapism and morality walk hand in hand.Greedy or stupid adults get their come-uppance in a water after-life explored vividly by Charles Kingsley through the eyes of his chimney-urchin hero Tom,the "water-baby". The story is a series of picturesque allegories,where Tom meets talkative dragonflies,flees from evil otters,then learns the intricacies of river-life status from a majestic salmon.He is captured by and then escapes from an incredulous scientist.Alternately stern and kindly fairies guide him towards the "other-End-of-Nowhere".The book ends on a note of forgiveness,with Mr Grimes,the heartless sweep who mercilessly exploited Tom on dry land,being released from torture by Tom's guiding fairy,Mrs Bedonebyasyoudid. Susan Rowe's delicate,precise water colours throw a glowing new light on this eminent Victorian clergyman's extraordinary fantasy. This abridged version brings the story up to date (then 1980) and is a perfect successor to previous editions. Susan Rowe (b.1950) Leicester.She followed a two-year foundation course in Art at Harlow in Essex,intending to be a textile designer.In 1976 she graduated from Brighton Polytechnic,Faculty of Art and Design, Visual Communications and moved to the Lower Ichen area of Hampshire,where she worked on 'The Water-Babies'. Her chosen specialism was children's book illustration.At her graduation exhibition,she was approached by Roger Dean,a local man and entrepreneur,intending to set up a publishing business.She was commissioned by him to illustrate 'The Water-Babies' - her first book for her new publisher.She then began a successful career as an illustrator working for Dragon's World and Paper Tiger. Please contact rpaxtonden@blueyonder.co.uk ,for correct and possibly,insured shipping/P+p quotes - particularly ALL overseas buyers - BEFORE ordering through the order page! ** N.B. 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