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Socrate nella tempesta. Il filosofo e il suo tempo.
by Marcella Martelli Borja Loma BarrieRomanzo storico. Racconto biografico di Socrate, il filosofo maestro di Platone. La sua giovinezza e arruolamento nell'esercito. L'orrore della vita militare. I suoi inizi come un filosofo di Atene. La minaccia di Sparta e dei demagoghi Spartani. La sua abitudine nel domandare. L'odio degli ateniesi verso i filosofi. Il suo rapporto con il sofista Protagora. Il matrimonio male assortito con Santippe. Il suo arresto nella repressione ai filosofi. Il suo processo. Le accuse specifiche contro di lui. Le calunnie. La sorprendente decisione di morire.
Socrates: A Life Worth Living (Philosophy for Young People)
by Devra LehmannA lively and accessible introduction to the quintessential philosopher, and the civilized world&’s first enemy of the state. Socrates: A Life Worth Living traces the life and ideas of one of Western Civilization&’s founding philosophers, whose influence is still felt more than two thousand years later. Socrates is famous for how he died, executed by the Athenian government for corrupting the youth of Athens, but his most important contribution was to challenge the people around him to test their ideas and beliefs in conversation with each other, in the belief that in this way we could become a society that knows the difference between truth and falsehood, and find what makes a life worthwhile. He did not claim to have definitive answers, but he knew that knowledge was the key to finding them, and he invited everyone he met to join him in his quest. The Socratic Method is the first, and still the best, method for distinguishing truth from falsehood. In Socrates: A Life Worth Living, award-winning author Devra Lehmann gives us the first biography for young readers of the thinker who has seen no equal.
Socrates: A Man for Our Times
by Paul Johnson"Spectacular . . . A delight to read." --The Wall Street Journal From bestselling biographer and historian Paul Johnson, a brilliant portrait of Socrates, the founding father of philosophy In his highly acclaimed style, historian Paul Johnson masterfully disentangles centuries of scarce sources to offer a riveting account of Socrates, who is often hailed as the most important thinker of all time. Johnson provides a compelling picture of Athens in the fifth century BCE, and of the people Socrates reciprocally delighted in, as well as many enlightening and intimate analyses of specific aspects of his personality. Enchantingly portraying "the sheer power of Socrates's mind, and its unique combination of steel, subtlety, and frivolity," Paul Johnson captures the vast and intriguing life of a man who did nothing less than supply the basic apparatus of the human mind.
Socrates: A Very Short Introduction
by Christopher TaylorSocrates has a unique position in the history of philosophy. On the one hand he is one of the most influential of all philosophers, and on the other one of the most elusive and least known. Further, his historical influence is not itself independent of his elusiveness.
Socrates: Greek Philosopher
by Richard BowenAncient Greek philosopher Socrates' ideas on how people should discuss, think about, and solve complicated problems have influenced centuries of thinkers in politics, law, and philosophy. The modern world would be very different without Socrates' method of asking questions about a problem to find the solution. Socrates' thinking has shaped modern science, government, and education, as well as many other parts of everyday life. Learn the story of one of the most important philosophical thinkers of all time in Socrates: Greek Philosopher.
Sod And Stubble; The Story Of A Kansas Homestead: The Story Of A Kansas Homestead
by John Ise"A few years ago, as I listened one night to my mother telling incidents of her life pioneering in the semi-arid region of Western Kansas, it occurred to me that the picture of that early time was worth drawing and preserving for the future, and that, if this were ever to be done, it must be done soon, before all of the old settlers were gone. This book is the result-an effort to picture that life truly and realistically. It is the story of an energetic and capable girl, the child of German immigrant parents, who at the age of seventeen married a young German farmer, and moved to a homestead on the wind-swept plains of Kansas, where she reared eleven of her twelve children, and remembering regretfully her own half-day in school, sent nine of them through college. It is a story of grim and tenacious devotion in the face of hardships and disappointments, devotion that never flagged until the long, hard task of near a lifetime was done."--John Ise (from the preface) Deeply moved by his mother's memories of a waning era and rapidly disappearing lifestyle, John Ise painstakingly recorded the adventures and adversities of his family and boyhood neighbors--the early homesteaders of Osborne County, Kansas. First published in 1936, his "nonfiction novel" Sod and Stubble has since become a widely read and much loved classic. In the original, Ise changed some identities and time sequences but accurately retained the uplifting and disheartening realities of prairie life. Ushering us through a dynamic period of pioneering history, from the 1870s to the turn of the century, Sod and Stubble abounds with the events and issues--fires and droughts, parties and picnics, insect infestations and bumper crops, prosperity and poverty, divisiveness and generosity, births and deaths--that shaped the lives and destinies of Henry and Rosa Ise, their family, and their community.-Print ed.
Sofia Coppola: Interviews (Conversations with Filmmakers Series)
by Amy N. MonaghanSofia Coppola (b. 1971) was baptized on film. After appearing in The Godfather as an infant, it took twenty-five years for Coppola to take her place behind the camera, helming her own adaptation of Jeffrey Eugenides’s celebrated novel The Virgin Suicides. Following her debut, Coppola was the third woman ever to be nominated for Best Director and became an Academy Award winner for Best Original Screenplay for her sophomore feature, Lost in Translation. She has also been awarded the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival and Best Director at Cannes. In addition to her filmmaking, Coppola is recognized as an influential tastemaker. She sequenced the so-called Tokyo dream pop of the Lost in Translation soundtrack like an album, a success in its own right. Her third film, Marie Antoinette, further showcased Coppola’s ear for the unexpected needle drop, soundtracking the controversial queen’s life with a series of New Romantic bangers popular during the director’s adolescence. The conversations compiled within Sofia Coppola: Interviews mark the filmmaker’s progression from dismissed dilettante to acclaimed auteur of among the most visually arresting, melancholy, and wryly funny films of the twenty-first century. Coppola discusses her approach to collaboration, Bill Murray as muse, and how Purple Rain blew her twelve-year-old mind. There are interviews from major publications, but Coppola speaks with musician Kim Gordon for indie magazine Bust and Tavi Gevinson, then-adolescent founder of online teen magazine Rookie, as well. The volume also features a new and previously unpublished interview conducted with volume editor Amy N. Monaghan in which Coppola discusses her plans for the now-cancelled adaptation of The Custom of the Country. To read these interviews is to witness Sofia Coppola coming into her own as a world-renowned artist.
Soft Lad: A collection of stories (about me)
by Nick GrimshawThe debut book from much-loved Radio Royalty, DJ and TV personality, Nick Grimshaw.In Soft Lad, for the first time, Grimmy will share his outlooks, surprising obsessions and personal experiences with the world, in audiobook form, from his 14 year career climbing to the helm of the Radio 1 breakfast show, he'll discuss everything from his love of music through to self-care and partying, Red Nose Day, coming out, dogs, family, ADHD, Catholicism, and his journey from Oldham, Lancashire to the bright lights and big city of London - with all that he's seen in-between. These are his very best tales and learnings about himself from things gone right and wrong, with all the high and lows, that will make listeners laugh, cry and feel completely nostalgic. It is a heartfelt read that's unmistakeably Grimmy.(P)2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Soft Lad: Coming-of-age Stories
by Nick GrimshawComing-of-age stories from much loved radio royalty, DJ and TV personality Nick Grimshaw - now with a new chapter.'Hilarious and quintessentially Nick. Unapologetically himself always, and that's what I love the most' Dua Lipa'Very funny, very sweet and full of charm -- a bit like the man himself' Graham NortonFrom partying with pop stars and chatting breeze on the radio, to drinking too much, to not drinking at all, to growing up, coming out, general nonsense, the journey from self-loathing to self-care and making dreams come true. These are Grimmy's brilliant, nostalgic coming-of-age tales, covering life's pivotal moments, the loves, the losses, and the fun had with the family and friends that made him. Heart-breaking and heartening in equal measure, Nick will have you laughing out loud, feeling all the emotions and (potentially) having a good cry.'A snapshot of his formative moments that feel relatable, emotional and downright unfiltered . . . like a good long chat with a mate you have always adored' Glamour'One of those fearlessly honest books that manages to be moving and thought-provoking and funny at the same time. A bit like him really' Emily Dean, The Times'Personal and beautifully written . . . I can't recommend it enough' Tom Allen, Virgin Radio
Soft Lad: Coming-of-age Stories
by Nick GrimshawComing-of-age stories from much loved radio royalty, DJ and TV personality Nick Grimshaw - now with a new chapter.'Hilarious and quintessentially Nick. Unapologetically himself always, and that's what I love the most' Dua Lipa'Very funny, very sweet and full of charm -- a bit like the man himself' Graham NortonFrom partying with pop stars and chatting breeze on the radio, to drinking too much, to not drinking at all, to growing up, coming out, general nonsense, the journey from self-loathing to self-care and making dreams come true. These are Grimmy's brilliant, nostalgic coming-of-age tales, covering life's pivotal moments, the loves, the losses, and the fun had with the family and friends that made him. Heart-breaking and heartening in equal measure, Nick will have you laughing out loud, feeling all the emotions and (potentially) having a good cry.'A snapshot of his formative moments that feel relatable, emotional and downright unfiltered . . . like a good long chat with a mate you have always adored' Glamour'One of those fearlessly honest books that manages to be moving and thought-provoking and funny at the same time. A bit like him really' Emily Dean, The Times'Personal and beautifully written . . . I can't recommend it enough' Tom Allen, Virgin Radio
Soft Like Steel
by Barb MalekBarbara, a devout Mennonite farm-girl, had been married less than a year when her husband suddenly vanished. Her safe and happy world disappeared along with him. Who was this man she had wed? Why would he leave for months at a time, returning to a family in need empty handed? The unexpected truth would lead her through years of pain and heartache, fighting for the survival of not only her marriage, but their children as well. Soft Like Steel is the true story of Barbara's courageous journey, as laid out in the pages of her hand-written journal. Set against a backdrop of Nebraska and Iowa during the devastation of the Dust Bowl and World War II, it is a tale of much more than mere survival. It is a testimony to an incredible woman whose love and devotion rescued her family from the curses of the past into lives of stability, purpose and joy.
Soft Power for the Journey: The Life of a STEM Trailblazer
by Sandra K. JohnsonThis is a story of an African American woman working at the highest levels in STEM. Dr. Sandra K. Johnson earned a Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering from Rice University, Houston, Texas, in May 1988, the first Black woman to do so. She then became a successful global technology leader and an IBM Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The story narrates the inextricable human dimension of dealing with various personal and familial challenges that people naturally encounter—with the highs and lows, and exhilarations and disappointments. It portrays her inner strength, persistence, dedication, boldness, quiet resilience, wisdom and strong faith, this soft power she leverages throughout her life. It is a heartwarming, compelling story designed to encourage, be aspirational and awe-inspiring, and uplift the spirits of a broad and diverse readership.From tragically losing her father at the age of two, to being raised by a single mother of four children, Sandra showed promise in math and science, and discipline and unrelenting drive at a young age. Raised in the deep South, she exhibited leadership even while in kindergarten and blazed trails in leadership while in junior high and high schools. Her early education was in segregated schools, with integration coming to her hometown as she started the 5th grade. Dr. Johnson’s innate abilities led her to a summer engineering program for high school students, then on to college and graduate school.Dr. Johnson has made innovative contributions in high performance computing – supercomputers – and other areas of computer engineering. She has dozens of technical publications, over 45 pending and issued patents, and a plethora of recognition and honors in her field. The book is a fascinating and intriguing story that conveys in captivating and relatable ways the remarkable life arc of a resilient person from an underprivileged background who persistently overcomes whatever odds and challenges are encountered in her life. It is a riveting human tale of a triumphant spirit, moving forward with soft power to celebrate achievement and handle obstacles with steel willpower, influential support, and faith.Access the authors' webpage here https://softpowerforthejourney.com/
Soft Spots: A Marine's Memoir of Combat and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
by Clint Van WinkleA powerful, haunting, provocative memoir of a Marine in Iraq—and his struggle with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in a system trying to hide the damage done Marine Sergeant Clint Van Winkle flew to war on Valentine's Day 2003. His battalion was among the first wave of troops that crossed into Iraq, and his first combat experience was the battle of Nasiriyah, followed by patrols throughout the country, house to house searches, and operations in the dangerous Baghdad slums. But after two tours of duty, certain images would not leave his memory—a fragmented mental movie of shooting a little girl; of scavenging parts from a destroyed, blood-spattered tank; of obliterating several Iraqi men hidden behind an ancient wall; and of mistakenly stepping on a "soft spot," the remains of a Marine killed in combat. After his return home, Van Winkle sought help at a Veterans Administration facility, and so began a maddening journey through an indifferent system that promises to care for veterans, but in fact abandons many of them. From riveting scenes of combat violence, to the gallows humor of soldiers fighting a war that seems to make no sense, to moments of tenderness in a civilian life ravaged by flashbacks, rage, and doubt, Soft Spots reveals the mind of a soldier like no other recent memoir of the war that has consumed America.
Soft as Bones: A Memoir
by Chyana Marie SageINSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER A poetic memoir as intricately woven as a dreamcatcher about overcoming the pain of generational trauma with the power of traditional healing In candid, incisive, and delicate prose, Chyana Marie Sage shares the pain of growing up with her father, a crack dealer who went to prison for molesting her older sister. In revisiting her family’s history, Chyana examines the legacy of generational abuse, which began with her father’s father, who was forcibly removed from his family by the residential schools and Sixties Scoop programs. Yet hers is also a story of hope, as it was the traditions of her people that saved her life, healing one small piece in the mosaic that makes up the dark past of colonialism shared by Indigenous people throughout Turtle Island.
Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis
by Priscilla Presley"A heartfelt record of stepping into one’s own." —Publishers Weekly <P><P> The long-awaited memoir by Priscilla Presley chronicling her difficult, inspiring journey beyond the walls of Graceland and behind the elegant image the world sees. <P><P> Priscilla Presley’s divorce from Elvis left his fans incredulous. How could she leave the man every woman wanted? From the outside, life in Elvis’s mansion looked glamorous and enviable, and in many respects, it was. But inside the mansion, her husband was constantly surrounded by a male entourage while at the gates, lines of beautiful women waited hopefully for an audience with the King. From the time she was seventeen years-old, that life was all Priscilla had known. During her ten years with Elvis, it became painfully apparent that she had no idea who she was outside Elvis’s world. The only way to find herself was to leave that world and seek a new life of her own, because leaving was the only way to survive, for herself and for her daughter. <P><P> Softly, As I Leave You, is the deeply personal story of what Priscilla lost and what she found when she walked away from the man she loved. Despite the legal separation, their love for one another transformed into a touching and tender dynamic that endured until Elvis’s untimely death four years later. Shattered by Elvis’s passing, she had to reinvent herself a second time as the single mother of a talented, often headstrong daughter who never really recovered from her father’s death. <P><P> Priscilla’s dedication to motherhood was enriched by the birth of her second child, and she gradually found her footing as a businesswoman, actress, designer, and legislative advocate. She transformed Graceland into an international destination and helped guide the development of Elvis Presley Enterprises. But the unexpected, shattering loss of three immediate family members years later brought Priscilla to her knees. She shares her journey with a quiet dignity that will comfort and reassure anyone who has suffered – and survived – seemingly unbearable loss. <P><P> A passionate, compassionate, and inspiring story of finding your place in the world, Softly, As I Leave You, is a sweet Southern melody that will take the reader with Priscilla on her long road home. <P><P> <B>New York Times Bestseller</B>
Softly, As I Leave You: The long-awaited memoir about life behind the walls of Graceland from Priscilla, wife of a legend
by Priscilla PresleyThe long-awaited, candid memoir by Priscilla Presley chronicling her difficult, inspiring journey beyond the walls of Graceland and behind the elegant image the world sees. The Elvis legacy seen from the inside ...Priscilla Presley's divorce from Elvis left his fans incredulous. How could she leave the man every woman wanted? From the outside, life in Elvis's mansion looked glamorous and enviable, and in many respects, it was. But inside the mansion, her husband was constantly surrounded by a male entourage while at the gates, lines of beautiful women waited hopefully for an audience with the King. From the time she was seventeen years old, that life was all Priscilla had known. During her ten years with Elvis, it became painfully apparent that she had no idea who she was outside Elvis's world. The only way to find herself was to leave that world and seek a new life of her own, because leaving was the only way to survive, for herself and for her daughter.Softly, As I Leave You, is the deeply personal story of what Priscilla lost and what she found when she walked away from the man she loved. Despite the legal separation, their love for one another transformed into a touching and tender dynamic that endured until Elvis's untimely death four years later. Shattered by Elvis's passing, she had to reinvent herself a second time as the single mother of a talented, often headstrong daughter who never really recovered from her father's death. Priscilla's dedication to motherhood was enriched by the birth of her second child, and she gradually found her footing as a businesswoman, actress, designer, and legislative advocate. She transformed Graceland into an international destination and helped guide the development of Elvis Presley Enterprises. But the unexpected, shattering loss of three immediate family members years later brought Priscilla to her knees. She shares her journey with a quiet dignity that will comfort and reassure anyone who has suffered - and survived - seemingly unbearable loss.A passionate, compassionate, and inspiring story of finding your place in the world, Softly, As I Leave You, is a sweet Southern melody that will take the reader with Priscilla on her long road home.
Softly, As I Leave You: The long-awaited memoir about life behind the walls of Graceland from Priscilla, wife of a legend
by Priscilla PresleyThe long-awaited, candid memoir by Priscilla Presley chronicling her difficult, inspiring journey beyond the walls of Graceland and behind the elegant image the world sees. The Elvis legacy seen from the inside ...Priscilla Presley's divorce from Elvis left his fans incredulous. How could she leave the man every woman wanted? From the outside, life in Elvis's mansion looked glamorous and enviable, and in many respects, it was. But inside the mansion, her husband was constantly surrounded by a male entourage while at the gates, lines of beautiful women waited hopefully for an audience with the King. From the time she was seventeen years old, that life was all Priscilla had known. During her ten years with Elvis, it became painfully apparent that she had no idea who she was outside Elvis's world. The only way to find herself was to leave that world and seek a new life of her own, because leaving was the only way to survive, for herself and for her daughter.Softly, As I Leave You, is the deeply personal story of what Priscilla lost and what she found when she walked away from the man she loved. Despite the legal separation, their love for one another transformed into a touching and tender dynamic that endured until Elvis's untimely death four years later. Shattered by Elvis's passing, she had to reinvent herself a second time as the single mother of a talented, often headstrong daughter who never really recovered from her father's death. Priscilla's dedication to motherhood was enriched by the birth of her second child, and she gradually found her footing as a businesswoman, actress, designer, and legislative advocate. She transformed Graceland into an international destination and helped guide the development of Elvis Presley Enterprises. But the unexpected, shattering loss of three immediate family members years later brought Priscilla to her knees. She shares her journey with a quiet dignity that will comfort and reassure anyone who has suffered - and survived - seemingly unbearable loss.A passionate, compassionate, and inspiring story of finding your place in the world, Softly, As I Leave You, is a sweet Southern melody that will take the reader with Priscilla on her long road home.
Sofía o el origen de todas las historias
by Rafik SchamiSingular mezcla de la vivacidad de los cuentos orientales con el rigor formal de la prosa europea, Rafik Schami nos ofrece un oportuno recordatorio de que el entendimiento y la reconciliación entre todos los seres humanos es un sueño realizable. Que la vida es un constante alejarse y regresar a aquellos años tempranos en los que la conciencia es incapaz de abarcar toda la complejidad del mundo lo corrobora la rica trayectoria literaria del escritor alemán de origen sirio Rafik Schami. Nacido en Damasco y exiliado desde hace más de cuarenta años en Alemania, donde se ha granjeado una enorme legión de fieles lectores, Schami ha sabido utilizar como pocos la fuerza evocadora de los recuerdos para plasmar con maestría los ásperos contornos del presente. Como ya hizo en El lado oscuro del amor y El secreto del calígrafo, Schami dibuja un colorido retrato de la convivencia de judíos, cristianos y musulmanes por las calles del Damasco de su juventud, recreando escenas, olores y sabores de una ciudad viva y radiante, en la que la legendaria hospitalidad del pueblo sirio contrastaba con la ciega brutalidad del sistema, que ya exhibía sus mortíferas garras. Instalado en Roma, casado con una farmacóloga italiana y padre de un niño, Salman, álter ego de Schami, regresa a su país empujado por la añoranza. Pero el emocionante reencuentro con la familia y los amigos, y los paseos por los barrios de su infancia, por los zocos y los cafés de su juventud, enmascaran una realidad amenazante. Los acontecimientos se precipitarán y el azaroso encuentro de Salman con el septuagenario Karim, antiguo gran amor de Sofía, su madre, le dejará una lección inolvidable para el resto de sus días. La crítica ha dicho...«Las aventuras de Salman en sus diversos escondites componen una magnífica obra de espionaje político que representa una profunda visión de la sociedad siria y de las causas de la sangrienta carnicería que devasta hoy el país.»Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung «Rafik Schami, quien no sólo cuenta historias que parecen sacadas de Las mil y una noches sino también sobre clanes patriarcales, intrigantes servicios secretos y familias desgarradas, es como una Sherezade en el exilio.»Zeit Online «En Sofía o El origen de todas las historias, Rafik Schami habla de la añoranza que siente un expatriado por su país natal y revela con ello los paralelismos con su propia vida.»Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger «Un libro sobre las mujeres, sobre la fuerza de los sentimientos, sobre el amor en la vejez. [...] Reúne todas las cualidades de un buen relato: amor, drama, tensión, poesía, tragedia...»Deutschlandradio Kultur «Rafik Schami es uno de los autores en lengua alemana de mayor éxito en la actualidad.»Deutschlandfunk
Sofía. Nuestra reina
by Carmen EnríquezSofía, nuestra reina más querida, cumple ochenta años en un momento crucial para la monarquía española. Con este motivo repasamos su vida, haciendo especial hincapié en los acontecimientos que en los últimos años han puesto a prueba la solidez de la institución monárquica. La reina Sofía, una de las mujeres más importantes de la historia reciente de España, ha afrontado en la última década situaciones muy difíciles, desde los problemas de salud y la posterior abdicación del rey Juan Carlos y el divorcio de la infanta Elena hasta su relación con la reina Letizia, el caso Nóos o las declaraciones de Corinna Larsen. Enormemente querida, respetada y admirada, este libro viaja en retrospectiva a los orígenes de este personaje tan emblemático y nos acerca a su presente y a su forma de afrontar el futuro. En el desempeño de su labor como corresponsal ante la Casa Real, Carmen Enríquez ha acompañado a la reina Sofía durante muchos años y ha llegado a conocerla en profundidad. Para completar este elaborado perfil biográfico ha contado, además, con el testimonio de una veintena de personas directamente relacionadas con la Reina. ----- «La reina Sofía cumple ochenta años, una edad más que respetable en la vida de una persona, y lo hace llena de energía, con una salud envidiable, según cuenta el equipo médico que se encarga de velar por su bienestar, con decenas de planes solidarios que pretende llevar a cabo en el futuro dentro de su objetivo vital de ser útil a los demás, y con el ánimo de disfrutar y estar muy cerca de su familia, especialmente de los ocho nietos que tiene de sus tres hijos. »Afronta esta nueva etapa de su existencia con la misma ilusión de siempre de mantenerse activa, de seguir adelante con la Fundación Reina Sofía, que le permite hacer realidad su voluntad de ayudar a quienes más lo necesitan, de continuar con la protección de los animales, el respeto del medio ambiente, el apoyo a la investigación del mal de Alzheimer y tantos otros proyectos que tiene entre manos siempre porque cree que esos son sus deberes como reina. »Doña Sofía ha sido, es y será siempre una persona cuya prioridad es, en primer lugar, la de servir a los españoles a través de la institución de la monarquía y en segundo lugar estar a disposición de su familia, especialmente en momentos tan difíciles como los que se han vivido en los últimos tiempos en el seno de la familia real. »A pesar de todas las dificultades, que se irán desgranando a lo largo de las páginas de este libro, la reina Sofía afronta el cambio de década de los setenta a los ochenta con grandes dosis de esperanza, entereza y también ilusión, esta última debida sobre todo a una circunstancia que le hace especialmente feliz: la mejoría sustancial de su relación con el rey Juan Carlos, su marido. Él está desde hace un par de años por la labor de recomponer la relación personal con la reina Sofía; los hemos visto juntos en los últimos meses en actividades oficiales que desempeñan en pareja, con gestos cordiales y amistosos evidentes entre ellos, incluso intercambiando frases que han provocado de nuevo la sonrisa e incluso la risa franca y sonora de ella».Carmen Enríquez
Soil Science in Italy: 1861 to 2024
by Anna Benedetti Carmelo Dazzi Edoardo A.C. Costantini Giuseppe CortiHistory is generally defined as “the study of past events, particularly in human affairs” and is mostly understood when presented chronologically. That’s why someone also defined it as the ‘chronological record of the past’. Knowing the past is extremely important for any society and human being. Past gives us insights into our evolving behavior in many matters of life. The book is seen as a unique opportunity to preserve the memory of the Italian history of soil science. It represents a milestone and a cultural heritage. Moreover, the book is a sort of ideal bridge between the pioneers of soil science in Italy and the young generation of researchers, contributing to spreading awareness of the importance of soil as a fundamental resource.
Soil and Sacrament
by Fred BahnsonPart spiritual quest, part agricultural travelogue, this moving and profound exploration of the joy and solace found in returning to the garden is inspiring and beautiful.After he graduated from Duke Divinity School, Fred Bahnson underwent an agrarian conversion. Trading the pulpit for the plough, Bahnson helped start a community garden in Cedar Grove, North Carolina--a town struggling under an unspoken racial divide. As Anathoth Community Garden slowly cultivates a new future as a progressive multi-racial society, Bahnson is likewise transformed from shy and self-effacing to a charismatic leader. His time at Anathoth becomes the impetus for a road trip spent visiting different faith-based agrarian groups, one for each season--from a community of Roman Catholic monks who pursue a life of contemplation while harvesting rare mushrooms on a Southern plantation, to a Jewish organic farm in the Berkshires, where he and other young people learn the agrarian arts of ancient Israel right in Connecticut. Recently appointed director of Wake Forest University School of Divinity's pioneering Food, Faith, and Religious Leadership Initiative, Bahnson is the perfect guide on this lyrical and inspiring journey. Through his travels across the country and into his own past, Bahnson comes to see "how our yearning for real food is inextricably bound up in our spiritual desire to be fed" and discovers how rituals of cultivation can become a powerful source of community and purpose.
Sojourner Truth
by Peter Roop Connie RoopIn the words of an American hero, this is the story of Sojourner Truth, a slave born in New York who went on to free herself and her children. As a free woman, she traveled across the country speaking against slavery and in favor of human rights.
Sojourner Truth
by Gwenyth SwainDescribes the life of Sojourner Truth, an abolitionist who was herself a former slave.
Sojourner Truth
by Julia Denos Peter MerchantSojourner Truth had a tough childhood. She was born a slave, and many of the families she worked for treated her poorly. But when she was finally freed, Sojourner used her life to teach others about women's rights and the power of freedom.
Sojourner Truth
by Margo MclooneA biography of Sojourner Truth, the abolitionist and women's rights activist who spent twenty-eight years of her life as a slave.