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The Best Buddhist Writing 2004
by Melvin McleodThis collection reflects a wide range of writing styles on various issues from the Buddhist point of view about meditation, on illness, end-of-life issues and deep insights into the truths of Buddhist philosophy and practice.
The Best Buddhist Writing 2007
by Melvin McleodContaining writings that are variously wise, witty, heartfelt, and profound, this is the fourth volume in an annual series that brings together the years most notable literature inspired by Buddhist philosophy and practice.
The Best Buddhist Writing 2008
by Melvin McleodA collection of the most notable and perceptive Buddhism-inspired literature published in the last year. It includes: Short meditative practices for peace from Thich Nhat Hanh Sylvia Boorstein on how equanimity supports Kate Wheeler on meditating.
The Best Buddhist Writing 2010
by Melvin McleodHere is this year's installment in the series Publishers Weekly says "does a great service by highlighting views and themes as they modulate with each passing year." The Best Buddhist Writing 2010 is an eclectic, inspiring collection of writings from the Buddhist perspective. Selected by the editors of the Shambhala Sun, North America's leading Buddhist-inspired magazine, the essays, articles, and interviews in this anthology offer an entertaining mix of writing styles and reflect on a wide range of issues. Included are pieces by Gaylon Ferguson, Norman Fischer, Jaimal Yogis, H. H. the Dalai Lama, Joan Sutherland, Mingyur Rinpoche, Sakyong Mipham, Thich Nhat Hanh, Pema Chödrön, Diane Ackerman, Huston Smith, Susan Piver, Shozan Jack Haubner, and many others.
The Best Buddhist Writing 2012
by Melvin Mcleod editors of the Shambhala SunA treasury of the most notable, profound, and thought-provoking Buddhist-inspired writing published in the last year. The Best Buddhist Writing 2012 includes: * His Holiness the Dalai Lama on cultivating a universal ethic of kindness * Sharon Salzberg on getting your meditation practice started * Pema Chödrön on how to smile at fear * The Venerable Bhikkhu Bodhi on analyzing global problems through the lens of traditional Buddhist teachings * Bruce Rich on the enlightened model of government of the Buddhist monarch King Ashoka * Thich Nhat Hanh on fidelity in loving relationships * Michael A. Stusser's determined--and hilarious--effort to speak--and tweet--no evil * Norman Fischer on a new and more open understanding of language * Barry Boyce's fascinating survey of the life and teachings of the late Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche * Michael Stone and David Loy on the basic questions raised by the Occupy Wall Street movement * Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche's explanation of the meditation practice of kusulu, the pinnacle of simplicity and relaxation * Nancy Baker on the powerful and useful energy behind anger * Diane Ackerman on living with her beloved husband's Alzheimer's disease * Yangzom Brauen's moving account of her grandmother and mother's escape from Tibet following the Chinese invasion * And much more
The Best Buddhist Writing 2013
by Natalie Goldberg Melvin Mcleod Pema Chodron Lodro Rinzler editors of the Shambhala SunA thought-provoking collection of the most notable and insightful Buddhism-inspired writing published in the last year: * Thich Nhat Hanh's vision for a more enlightened and sustainable society * Ezra Bayda on avoiding the pitfalls that arise on the path of meditation * Tsoknyi Rinpoche's powerful Dzogchen practices that help you to discover your mind's inherent awareness and clarity * Lodro Rinzler on what happens when the Buddha walks into a bar * Karen Maezen Miller on the virtues of boredom * Phillip Moffitt on how to transform emotional chaos into confidence and clarity * Joseph Goldstein's unique nine-minute meditation practice that you can incorporate into your busy day * Elihu Genmyo Smith on being still * Pema Chödrön on how to become a bodhisattva * Sakyong Mipham on how mind, breath, and energy work together in meditation to transform your life * Judy Lief on the fifty-nine ancient slogans that can help you be more skillful and loving in all your relationships * Bonnie Friedman on discovering nonattachment while apartment-hopping in Brooklyn * Jules Shuzen Harris on what anger can teach you * Pico Iyer on travel as contemplative practice * And much more
The Best Catholics in the World: The Irish, the Church and the End of a Special Relationship
by Derek ScallyWhen Berlin-based journalist Derek Scally visited Christmas Vigil Mass in his hometown of Dublin, he found that like its congregants, the once-packed suburban church where he was an altar boy was quiet and slowly aging. A collective identity lost, the dwindling power of the Church in Ireland was undeniable. <p><p>The Best Catholics in the World is Scally's response—an empathetic and engaging voyage into the story of Irish Catholicism. Researched over three years, and including dozens of interviews conducted in Ireland and further afield, The Best Catholics in the World is a lively, original, moving and thought-provoking account of a country grappling with its troubling past and confusing present.
The Best Catholics in the World: The Irish, the Church and the End of a Special Relationship
by Derek ScallyTHE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLERShortlisted for the Irish Book Awards 2021'A great achievement . . . brilliant, engaging and essential' Colm Tóibín'At once intimate and epic, this is a landmark book' Fintan O'TooleWhen Dubliner Derek Scally goes to Christmas Eve Mass on a visit home from Berlin, he finds more memories than congregants in the church where he was once an altar boy. Not for the first time, the collapse of the Catholic Church in Ireland brings to mind the fall of another powerful ideology - East German communism. While Germans are engaging earnestly with their past, Scally sees nothing comparable going on in his native land. So he embarks on a quest to unravel the tight hold the Church had on the Irish.He travels the length and breadth of Ireland and across Europe, going to Masses, novenas, shrines and seminaries, talking to those who have abandoned the Church and those who have held on, to survivors and campaigners, to writers, historians, psychologists and many more. And he has probing and revealing encounters with Vatican officials, priests and religious along the way.The Best Catholics in the World is the remarkable result of his three-year journey. With wit, wisdom and compassion Scally gives voice and definition to the murky and difficult questions that face a society coming to terms with its troubling past. It is both a lively personal odyssey and a resonant and gripping work of reporting that is a major contribution to the story of Ireland.'Reflective, textured, insightful and original ... rich with history, interrogation and emotional intelligence' Diarmaid Ferriter, Irish Times'An unblinking look at the collapse of the Church and Catholic deference in Ireland. Excellent and timely' John Banville, The Sunday Times'Engaging and incisive' Caelainn Hogan, author of Republic of Shame'Remarkable . . . Essential reading for anyone concerned about history and forgetting' Michael Harding'Fair-minded . . . thoughtful' Melanie McDonagh, The Times'Very pacey and entertaining . . . and it changed how I regard Ireland and our history for good. Fantastic' Oliver Callan'Original, thought-provoking and very engaging' Marie Collins'A provocative insight into a time that many would rather forget' John Boyne'Challenging' Mary McAleese'Explores this subject in a way that I've never seen before' Hugh Linehan, Irish Times
The Best Christian Short Stories
by Bret LottThe first volume in a collection of contemporary fiction that combines the artistry of critically accaimed writers with a clear Christian worldview.From Homer Hickam, the best-selling author of Rocket Boys--which later became the movie October Sky to editor and contributing best-selling author Bret Lott, this collection spans a talented community writing an eclectic blend of fiction. Each piece stands alone as stellar fiction. And each piece confronts us with who we are and forces us to look deeply at the human condition. From the dirt lanes of North Africa to the suburbs of California, exuding lightheartedness and profundity, hilarity and tragedy, these stories will take you on a fresh and entertaining journey.
The Best Christmas Ever
by Cheryl Wolverton"The Best Christmas Ever" A holiday homecoming was Sarah's way of healing the pain she'd caused her family. But this special time with her adorable niece and her late sister's handsome husband, Justin Warner, made her long to give the little girl what she wanted most for Christmas-- a new mommy! "A Mother's Love" Lost and betrayed, Maggie Gardere believed she and her unborn child were all alone--until Reverend Jake Mathison gave her a home, work, another chance. He also wanted to give her, and her baby, his love. Yet how could she ever again allow a man into her heart?
The Best Devotions of Barbara Johnson
by Barbara Johnson Thelma WellsIf Barbara Johnson has brought comfort to thousands of women, it’s not because her life has been comfortable. Barbara has known more heartbreak than most of us ever will. But that is why her encouragement truly inspires, why her humor makes us smile, and why her insightfulness can move us to tears. Through thick and thin, Barbara has held onto God--and so she is uniquely qualified to help us see how God holds onto us and won’t let go, no matter what life dishes out. The sixty selections in this book represent the cream of Barbara’s devotional crop. Kick your shoes off, settle back, and unwind. Or give this book to someone you know who would enjoy a chuckle, a reflective pause, an "Aha!" moment, maybe even a tear. Insights and encouragement lie within--and more than a few grins!
The Best Diwali Ever
by Sonali ShahPeek into the magic of Diwali in this heartwarming celebration of sibling love and sharing holidays together!The Festival of Lights is nearly here! Join Ariana and her family during their spectacular celebration of Diwali.Ariana can't wait to participate in all of her favorite holiday traditions: making delicious sweets, lighting diyas around the house, and the rangoli competition! As long as her younger brother, Rafi, doesn't ruin everything with his clumsiness, this could be the best Diwali ever.With vibrant imagery, joyous text, and an important lesson about celebrating the people you love for who they are (especially silly younger brothers!), this lovely picture book is perfect for a family read aloud.
The Best Effect: Theology and the Origins of Consequentialism
by Ryan DarrA theological history of consequentialism and a fresh agenda for teleological ethics. Consequentialism—the notion that we can judge an action by its effects alone—has been among the most influential approaches to ethics and public policy in the Anglophone world for more than two centuries. In The Best Effect, Ryan Darr argues that consequentialist ethics is not as secular or as rational as it is often assumed to be. Instead, Darr describes the emergence of consequentialism in the seventeenth century as a theological and cosmological vision and traces its intellectual development and eventual secularization across several centuries. The Best Effect reveals how contemporary consequentialism continues to bear traces of its history and proposes in its place a more expansive vision for teleological ethics.
The Best Eid Ever
by Asma Mobin-Uddin Laura JacobsenThis Eid, Aneesa should be happy. But, her parents are thousands of miles away for the Hajj pilgrimage. To cheer her up, her Nonni gives her a gift of beautiful clothes, one outfit for each of the three days of Eid. At the prayer hall, Aneesa meets two sisters who are dressed in ill-fitting clothes for the holiday. She soon discovers that the girls are refugees - they had to leave everything behind when they left their native country to live in America. Aneesa, who can't stop thinking about what Eid must be like for them, comes up with a plan - a plan to help make it the best Eid holiday ever.
The Best Eid Ever
by Asma Mobin-UddinYoung readers can learn about Eid, a religious holiday celebrated by Muslim families every year, as well as the Hajj pilgrimage, when Muslims travel back to Mecca for the Eid, in this picture book about Muslim culture and traditions written by Dr. Asma Mobin-Uddin and illustrated by Laura Jacobsen. This Eid, Aneesa should be happy. But, her parents are thousands of miles away for the Hajj pilgrimage. To cheer her up, her Nonni gives her a gift of beautiful clothes, one outfit for each of the three days of Eid. At the prayer hall, Aneesa meets two sisters who are dressed in ill-fitting clothes for the holiday. She soon discovers that the girls are refugees – they had to leave everything behind when they left their native country to live in America. Aneesa, who can't stop thinking about what Eid must be like for them, comes up with a plan – a plan to help make it the best Eid holiday ever. School Library Journal says: "[A] beautifully composed story. . . . This is a welcome contribution, giving much-needed visibility to a celebration observed by over ten million people in North America." And Library Media Connection says: "After reading this book, children will have a greater appreciation for the Muslim culture and will have no problem realizing that love is an action word."
The Best Friend in the World
by Howard Books"A good friend is a gift from heaven itself, for where could you find that kind of unconditional love anywhere else on Earth?" R. M. Kite Being a friend and having a friend is one of the greatest joys in this life. May your heart overflow with happiness as you read the pages of this gift book designed especially for you. You are the best!
The Best Gift
by Irene HannonTHE BEST GIFTBlake Williams owes everything to Jo, the woman who put him through school. And he won't let her flighty niece ruin the bookstore Jo left to her! Forced to work together, A. J. and Blake can't stand each other--right up until they can't stand to be apart. GIFT FROM THE HEARTBurned by their pasts, Dr. Adam Wright and Clare Randall guard their hearts. Yet a legacy in Aunt Jo's will brings them together when Clare becomes nanny to Adam's daughter. The "temporary" arrangement grows into something more as the lonely pair finds new love together.
The Best Gift
by Irene HannonAn Unexpected Legacy After her beloved aunt Jo passed away, sassy redhead A. J. Williams inherits her aunt’s bookstore...and the store’s handsome manager, Blake Williams. Like oil and water, A.J. and Blake don’t mix. A.J.’s motto has always been Go with the Flow, and God Will Lead the Way, while Blake lives a practical, conservative life. But they have to find a middle ground when they are forced to work together to solve a problem that could affect both their lives. Can their budding friendship—and a bit of divine guidance— lead to the love of a lifetime? Because with Aunt Jo’s legacy, anything is possible....Originally published in 2005
The Best Gift & Gift from the Heart
by Irene HannonTHE BEST GIFTBlake Williams owes everything to Jo, the woman who put him through school. And he won't let her flighty niece ruin the bookstore Jo left to her! Forced to work together, A. J. and Blake can't stand each other--right up until they can't stand to be apart. GIFT FROM THE HEARTBurned by their pasts, Dr. Adam Wright and Clare Randall guard their hearts. Yet a legacy in Aunt Jo's will brings them together when Clare becomes nanny to Adam's daughter. The "temporary" arrangement grows into something more as the lonely pair finds new love together.
The Best Grandma in the World
by Howard Books"Grandmas are meant for kisses and hugs, For watching rainbows and catching bugs, For baking all your favorite things, For books to read and songs to sing." - Author Unknown Becoming a grandmother is one of the greatest gifts imaginable. Whether you are just beginning this journey or you're a veteran grandma, be celebrated as you read the pages of this gift book designed especially for you. You are the best!
The Best Is Yet To Be (Mystery and the Minister's Wife #5)
by Eve FisherEscape to the charming town of Copper Mill, Tennessee. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Copper Mill is a place of tradition and tranquillity. But when Kate Hanlon and her husband Paul move in, they discover that small town life is anything but boring. The mysteries Kate uncovers are puzzling, but she always uses her quick mind and the help of her dear friends to figure out the answer. See how faith can solve life's mysteries in the Mystery and the Minister's Wife series. With summer just around the bend, Kate is delighted to see how Faith Briar Church's Faith Freezer Program is meeting the needs of the elderly citizens in Copper Mill. But when a series of thefts indicates that one of the volunteers is stealing from the shut-ins, the whole program is cast into doubt. Who would do such a thing? Kate begins to investigate, but ancient secrets, old jealousies and long-lost love complicates the truth. Meanwhile, Paul is harbouring a secret of his own: his new bluegrass band, hoping to perform at the upcoming Summer Concert series, is practising at the notorious roadhouse The Dew Drop Inn. The group's jam sessions end in discord, and their location leads to suspicions about the pastor's real pastimes. As they struggle to bring harmony back to Copper Mill, Kate and Paul are reminded that they can always have hope for the future, for the best is yet to be.
The Best Is Yet to Be
by Bruce PeppinNo one needs to tell you that the crises of midlife are real. In fact, they can loom like mountains blocking your path. Kids grow up, parents grow old, spouses grow apart. Finances get strained and regrets are relentless--just when it should be getting easier! At this stage of life, it's easy to feel that our best years are behind us and somehow we've missed it. But, as you'll discover in this book, your later years can be your greatest years--by holding steady and following the Bible's principles for finishing well. You can enjoy an inspiring second half and pass on an enduring legacy utilizing the practical guidance found in The Best Is Yet to Be.
The Best Is Yet to Come: 60 Devotions
by Fran FernandezThe Best Is Yet to Come is an encouraging and motivating devotional for women who have been so caught up in the hectic pace of life that they have forgotten their own greatness and potential as women of God. Offering sixty devotional meditations with targeted Scripture, focused prayer, and practical application, this devotional guide was written for women by a woman—a minister, mother, and grandmother, who knows that a woman’s fulfillment is found in a deeper relationship with God. Author Fran Fernandez says, “Today’s Christian woman is hungering for more of God and the abundant life He promised. To reach, and maintain this goal of intimacy with the Lord, daily, she has to stop to refuel at the source—God and His word. Only in this secret place hidden in the arms of her beloved, her ear pressed against His heart,can a woman be complete.” Written with baby boomer women in mind, the timeless principles apply to any Christian woman, no matter what her age or background. The Best Is Yet to Come shows women that God is calling them to ever greater works, and that a truly dedicated woman of faith is never limited to what has been, because she worships the God of unlimited love and possibility.
The Best Kept Secret of Christian Mission: Promoting the Gospel with More Than Our Lips
by Ravi Zacharias Alister Mcgrath John DicksonThis book comes out of years of reflection, failures, and some successes in the task of reaching out to others with the gospel. Many Christians think of the task of mission as an entirely verbal activity, when perhaps the best kept secret of New Testament teaching about mission is that it involves a whole range of activities that explicitly promote Christ to the world and draw others to him, and only a few of them involve speaking. Without diminishing or downplaying the importance of speaking the gospel, John Dickson shows that, on the other hand, downplaying the range of activities that promote Christ to the world has its own set of problems. It can make those who are not confident about speaking—of anything, let alone Jesus—feel inadequate and self-conscious in the task of reaching out to others. Equally, it can make those who do have a flair for speaking feel as though they are fulfilling Christ’s mission just by talking. But the reality is that the Lord wants our whole life, not just our lips, in the task of bringing the gospel to the world. Every facet of our lives can be used by God to promote the news of his power and mercy. In this practical guide to the biblical art of sharing your faith, John Dickson offers refreshing insight into the ways that all Christians can and should be involved in spreading the good news of Jesus. While not all Christians are called and gifted to become evangelists, we are all called to promote the gospel through a wide range of activities—prayer, financial partnership, good deeds, godly lives, public worship, daily conversation, etc.—with and without our lips. As readers engage with this book, grapple with its arguments and hear the stories of people coming to faith, they will be inspired to see the whole of life as significant for bringing the gospel to the world, and they will be liberated out of guilt and self-consciousness in evangelism into becoming perfectly natural promoters of Jesus Christ.
The Best Man's Holiday Romance
by Gail SattlerJEFF SHAW EXPECTS A BLUE CHRISTMAS THIS YEAR Reeling from a broken engagement, Jeff doesn't feel like celebrating. Especially with his ex-fiancée's younger sister, Natasha Brickson. But Natasha is determined to immerse Jeff in Christmas cheer, and to his surprise, her tender care begins to mend his heart. Unlike his ex, Natasha is warm, compassionate and lovely inside and out. Natasha's always stood in her sister's shadow, so she doesn't expect the man of her dreams to notice her. But when their friendship becomes something more, can Jeff convince Natasha that he was engaged to the wrong sister...and give her the Christmas gift of a lifetime?