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Author: Peter Harris Publisher: Regent College Publishing ISBN: 9781573831888 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 200
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"We have been living on the edge of a small village in the south of Portugal for over nine years. Sometimes, in the stress of the irregular hours and eccentric episodes that make up our life here, we ask ourselves how it all began, simply to find a culprit . . ." Under the Bright Wings tells the story of a pioneering work in the beautiful but ravaged Portuguese Algarve. Keenly aware of their Christian responsibility for the environment and towards their neighbours, Peter and Miranda Harris learn from scratch about cross-cultural evangelism, community living and conservation. The A Rocha Christian Field Study Centre and Bird Observatory has now welcomed hundreds of visitors from all over the world. Lavishly illustrated with evocative line drawings, this is a refreshing, honest and humorous look at how the gospel makes a practical difference to conservation. "In the developing ministry of A Rocha an exciting, contemporary form of Christian mission has come alive." (The Rev Dr. John Stott) "A remarkable commitment to conservation, a joyful appreciation of Portugal's wildlife and a deep sense of community: read this book." (Tim Cleeves, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds)
Author: Peter Harris Publisher: Regent College Publishing ISBN: 9781573831888 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 200
Book Description
"We have been living on the edge of a small village in the south of Portugal for over nine years. Sometimes, in the stress of the irregular hours and eccentric episodes that make up our life here, we ask ourselves how it all began, simply to find a culprit . . ." Under the Bright Wings tells the story of a pioneering work in the beautiful but ravaged Portuguese Algarve. Keenly aware of their Christian responsibility for the environment and towards their neighbours, Peter and Miranda Harris learn from scratch about cross-cultural evangelism, community living and conservation. The A Rocha Christian Field Study Centre and Bird Observatory has now welcomed hundreds of visitors from all over the world. Lavishly illustrated with evocative line drawings, this is a refreshing, honest and humorous look at how the gospel makes a practical difference to conservation. "In the developing ministry of A Rocha an exciting, contemporary form of Christian mission has come alive." (The Rev Dr. John Stott) "A remarkable commitment to conservation, a joyful appreciation of Portugal's wildlife and a deep sense of community: read this book." (Tim Cleeves, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds)
Author: Billy Collins Publisher: Columbia University Press ISBN: 0231150873 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 288
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In this beautiful collection of poems and paintings, Billy Collins, former U.S. poet laureate, joins with David Allen Sibley, America's foremost bird illustrator, to celebrate the winged creatures that have inspired so many poets to sing for centuries. From Catullus and Chaucer to Robert Browning and James Wright, poets have long treated birds as powerful metaphors for beauty, escape, transcendence, and divine expression. Here, in this substantial anthology, more than one hundred contemporary and classic poems are paired with close to sixty original, ornithologically precise illustrations. Part poetry collection, part field guide, part art book, Bright Wings presents verbal and visual interpretations of the natural world and reminds us of our intimate connection to the "bright wings" around us. Each in their own way, these poems and pictures honor the enchanting creatures that have been, and continue to be, longtime collaborators with the poet's and painter's art. Poet and bird pairings include: Wallace Stevens and the Blackbird; Emily Dickinson and the Robin; Marianne Moore and the Frigate Pelican; Thomas Hardy and the Goldfinch; Sylvia Plath and the Pheasant; John Updike and the Seagull; Walt Whitman and the Eagle; Billy Collins and the Sparrow.
Author: Gerard Manley Hopkins Publisher: Messenger Publications ISBN: 1788123743 Category : Poetry Languages : en Pages : 294
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Two Jesuit priests from different centuries and different lands, each with a particular artistic genius, brought together for the first time. Gerard Manley Hopkins is regarded as one of the greatest poets of the Victorian era, and his poems continue to grow in popularity. This volume contains a selection of his most popular poems, with a short commenary by Jo O'Donovan. These commentaries place the poems in their time and place,helping readers to understand how and why they came to written, as well as offering insights into the imagery and language used in each poem. Francis Browne is considered one of the greatest photographers of the twentieth century, well-known for his Titanic photos, and the discovery after his death of 42,000 images. This volume brings together the work of these two Jesuit artists in a beautiful and balanced book which will make a really special gift for anyone interested in poetry, photography or both. The book has a lovely nostalgic quality which will appeal to many. This unique volume also contains previously unseen Hopkins memorabilia from the Irish Jesuit Archives.
Author: Jillian Bright Publisher: Burning Soul Press ISBN: 9781950476275 Category : Languages : en Pages : 280
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Jillian Bright has lived and loved the world over, wild and free, her soul awakened and destroyed, mended and strengthened. From empowering women through custom-made bikinis in Costa Rica to listening to a Bulgarian astrologer predict her son's unplanned birth, her journey took her from country-to-country, unveiling passion and purpose. But it was the various crossroads along the way that taught her the most meaningful lesson: It's never the first step off the cliff that's the most terrifying. It isn't even the free fall that happens afterward. The scariest part is the crash landing when self-doubt makes you think that maybe you can't actually fly. That's when you begin to understand that you have to grow your own wings. That's why when Jillian found herself in South America, robbed of everything that mattered most and facing the biggest crossroads of her life, she went all in-and dived off the cliff. The Trouble with Wings is a deeply honest and stirring memoir about living life from your heart and trusting yourself to say yes-even when it means you have to risk it all.
Author: Arthur Astor Carey Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 150
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In his preface to this 1918 novel, the author wrote the following; "This is not a boys' "book of adventure" but an imaginary chronicle based upon the setting of an actual cruise. It is believed that there are Sea Scouts who will recognize familiar surroundings and will recall the ideas which are associated with them; and it is hoped that Land Scouts will feel, on the Bright Wing, the same spirit that they associate with the inspiration of the campfire."
Author: Debbie Allen Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0803725019 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 33
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Sassy worries that her too-large feet, too-long legs, and even her big mouth will keep her from her dream of becoming a star ballerina. So for now she's just dancing in the wings, watching from behind the curtain, and hoping that one day it will be her turn to shimmer in the spotlight. When the director of an important dance festival comes to audition her class, Sassy's first attempts to get his attention are, well, a little wobbly. But Sassy just knows, somehow, that this is her time to step out from those wings, and make her mark on the world. Actress/choreographer Debbie Allen and Kadir Nelson collaborated on Brothers of the Knight, about which School Library Journal raved, "the strutting high-stepping brothers are full of individuality, attitude, and movement."
Author: Charles A. Hobbie Publisher: iUniverse ISBN: 1440151989 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 249
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As World War II comes to an end in 1945, President Franklin D. Roosevelt dies in office. Throughout the country, the greatest generation mourns its leader. A spring snowstorm in Western New York inaugurates the cold war. Chuck Hobbie is just a boy, born on unlucky Friday, April 13th, but fortunate to be a child in Buffalo. As all Buffalonians know, it is not a dazzling city, unless the sparkle of winter snow and the shimmer of reflected summer lights from Erie and Niagara count. Likewise, the city's citizens, families, and teachers are unremarkable, unless resilience, friendships, and quiet, day-to-day hard work matter. Buffalo's children are not special at all, except that they were raised in Buffalo, amid the history of the Niagara Frontier, by people who cared for them and institutions that prepared them to fly. Buffalo's west side is where Chuck comes of age, but his childhood experiences range from there to New Hampshire's White Mountains, a farm in Lewiston, N.Y., Holloway Bay in Ontario, and Alaska's Brooks Range. Join Chuck as he recalls in Buffalo Wings the childhood family, friends, teachers, and experiences that shaped his life in the decades before the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
Author: Richard Solly Publisher: ISBN: 9781784557959 Category : Drama Languages : en Pages : 0
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Compassionate, thoughtful and perceptive, Kerry is aware that he is different to most other young men. It is only after a series of life-changing events, however, that he realises how different he really is. When Kerry makes the sudden decision to enter the priesthood, he does not realise that his whole world is about to change. During his training, he meets people who provide him with friendship, support, intellectual challenges and a new sense of purpose. Although the training does not go as planned, Kerry quickly learns that when one door closes, another one is opened. His desire to help others leads him across the world, to displaced and endangered communities, and finally, to love. He experiences joy, but he also struggles though the darkest of times. Eventually, Kerry gains confidence and realises, that regardless of circumstances, the bright wings of the spirit enfold the whole of life with love...
Author: Clara Louise Burnham Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 64
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"Wenonah's Stories for Children," authored by Clara Louise Burnham and Warren Proctor, is a delightful collection of enchanting tales designed to captivate and entertain young readers. The book revolves around the character Wenonah, who shares these engaging stories with children, transporting them to various imaginative worlds filled with adventure and valuable life lessons. The book opens with Wenonah, a wise and gentle storyteller, who takes on the role of a guide, leading young readers on a journey through the magical realm of storytelling. Each story within the collection offers a unique and exciting experience, featuring different characters, settings, and themes. As Wenonah narrates these tales, children are introduced to a colorful array of characters, from brave knights and cunning princesses to talking animals and mystical creatures. Each story has its own set of challenges and triumphs, allowing children to experience a wide range of emotions and learn valuable life lessons in the process. The stories are carefully crafted with vivid descriptions and imaginative plotlines, fostering creativity and encouraging young readers to explore their own imaginative abilities. Children are inspired to dream, wonder, and embark on their own adventures, even within the confines of their own imagination. Wenonah's storytelling is not just about entertainment; it also emphasizes important values such as kindness, courage, honesty, and the power of friendship. These values are woven seamlessly into each narrative, serving as gentle reminders to young readers of the importance of empathy and compassion in their daily lives. Throughout "Wenonah's Stories for Children," the seamless collaboration between Clara Louise Burnham and Warren Proctor creates a beautiful tapestry of tales that both young and old can enjoy. The book is an invitation to a world of wonder and enchantment, where the power of imagination knows no bounds. In conclusion, "Wenonah's Stories for Children" is an enchanting collection of tales that transports young readers to magical worlds filled with adventure, bravery, and life lessons. Through the delightful narration of Wenonah, children are encouraged to explore their imagination and embrace the values of kindness and courage. This book serves as a timeless treasure for children, igniting their passion for reading and inspiring a lifelong love for storytelling.
Author: Peter Harris
Author: Peter Harris
Author: Billy Collins
Author: Reeve Lindbergh
Author: Gerard Manley Hopkins
Author: Jillian Bright
Author: Arthur Astor Carey
Author: Debbie Allen
Author: Charles A. Hobbie
Author: Richard Solly
Author: Clara Louise Burnham