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Author: Harry Freedman Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1399416499 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 297
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"Leonard Cohen's music is studded with allusions to Jewish and Christian tradition, as well as Kabbalah and Zen. This book is about the ethos, origins, and traditions in Cohen's lyrics. He was as familiar with Christian traditions as he was Jewish. He is not concerned with confessional barriers, they simply impede access to the deep well of spiritual lore from which he draws. This is not a biography but a biographical narrative into the treatment of each song or theme, so that by the end the reader will in fact have a good understanding of Cohen's life story. Print run 25,000."--Provided by publisher.
Author: Harry Freedman Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1399416499 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 297
Book Description
"Leonard Cohen's music is studded with allusions to Jewish and Christian tradition, as well as Kabbalah and Zen. This book is about the ethos, origins, and traditions in Cohen's lyrics. He was as familiar with Christian traditions as he was Jewish. He is not concerned with confessional barriers, they simply impede access to the deep well of spiritual lore from which he draws. This is not a biography but a biographical narrative into the treatment of each song or theme, so that by the end the reader will in fact have a good understanding of Cohen's life story. Print run 25,000."--Provided by publisher.
Author: OJ LEIGH Publisher: OJ LEIGH ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 59
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In the boundless expanse of time, where the past, present, and future weave an intricate tapestry, lies a world unlike any we know. In this realm of wonders, the marvels of technology have unlocked the enigmatic gates of time travel, allowing daring souls to traverse the ages and glimpse history's most profound moments. It is a world where the ephemeral and the eternal dance in an eternal waltz, where love and destiny intertwine across centuries. Welcome to "Ephemeral Eternity", a tale that transcends time itself. Here, in the nexus of past and future, we encounter Dr. Nevaeh Sinclair, a visionary historian from the distant future, whose life takes an unforeseen turn when she finds herself inexplicably transported to the 19th century. Lost in time, she meets the passionate and enigmatic artist, Lennox Westwood, whose skepticism stands as a formidable barrier between them. As Nevaeh navigates the complexities of a foreign era, her heart becomes entangled with the vibrant artist. But in a world where they are separated by decades, the question arises: Is love destined to be but a fleeting moment, a mere brushstroke in the grand canvas of time? Will Nevaeh and Lennox defy the very essence of time itself to be eternally united, or will they learn to treasure the ephemeral beauty of each cherished second they share? Join us as we embark on an extraordinary journey through history and emotion, witnessing the clash of two souls from different epochs, who must choose between the allure of an everlasting bond and the captivating allure of ephemeral love. In "Ephemeral Eternity", we explore the essence of love, the enigma of time, and the eternal longing of the human heart. As the pages turn, be prepared to witness a love story that defies the limits of time and touches the deepest recesses of our souls.
Author: Niles Eldredge Publisher: Columbia University Press ISBN: 023152675X Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 399
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All organisms and species are transitory, yet life endures. The origin, extinction, and evolution of species—interconnected in the web of life as "eternal ephemera"—are the concern of evolutionary biology. In this riveting work, renowned paleontologist Niles Eldredge follows leading thinkers as they have wrestled for more than two hundred years with the eternal skein of life composed of ephemeral beings, revitalizing evolutionary science with their own, more resilient findings. Eldredge begins in France with the naturalist Jean-Baptiste Lamarck, who in 1801 first framed the overarching question about the emergence of new species. The Italian geologist Giambattista Brocchi followed, bringing in geology and paleontology to expand the question. In 1825, at the University of Edinburgh, Robert Grant and Robert Jameson introduced the astounding ideas formulated by Lamarck and Brocchi to a young medical student named Charles Darwin. Who can doubt that Darwin left for his voyage on the Beagle in 1831 filled with thoughts about these daring new explanations for the "transmutation" of species. Eldredge revisits Darwin's early insights into evolution in South America and his later synthesis of knowledge into a theory of the origin of species. He then considers the ideas of more recent evolutionary thinkers, such as George Gaylord Simpson, Ernst Mayr, and Theodosius Dobzhansky, as well as the young and brash Niles Eldredge and Steven Jay Gould, who set science afire with their concept of punctuated equilibria. Filled with insights into evolutionary biology and told with a rich affection for the scientific arena, this book celebrates the organic, vital relationship between scientific thinking and its subjects.
Author: Graeme Snooks Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1134656211 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 289
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This is an original and controversial reflection on the course of human history and a remarkable attempt to develop a scientific model of laws for the social sciences. It: * considers the nature of laws and the reasons we might expect to find them in history * employs an underlying framework concerning societal dynamics, historical change, and institutional change, which are in fact the laws of history. This volume consolidates the author's previous research in The Dynamic Society and The Ephemeral Civilization.
Author: Octavio Paz Publisher: Arcade Publishing ISBN: 9781559701396 Category : Literary Collections Languages : en Pages : 244
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Essays discuss Robert Frost, Walt Whitman, William Carlos Williams, Baudelaire, Jean Paul Sartre, Luis Bunuel, and Alexander Solzhenitsyn.
Author: His Holiness Sri Yogi Akshay Bhat Publisher: Akshay Suresh Bhat ISBN: Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 89
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Embark on a transformative odyssey through the pages of the "Eternal Testament," a profound exploration penned by the visionary His Holiness Sri Yogi Akshay Bhat. This timeless work transcends the boundaries of conventional understanding, inviting readers into the sacred corridors of cosmic consciousness. At the heart of this extraordinary testament lies a cosmic narrative—a tapestry woven with threads of interconnectedness, love, and the eternal quest for truth. His Holiness, a beacon of cosmic wisdom, serves as a guiding light, leading readers on a pilgrimage through the boundless realms of existence. The "Eternal Testament" is more than a book; it is a sanctuary for seekers and believers alike. It beckons the reader to transcend ordinary perceptions, inviting contemplation of the mysteries that dance at the edges of our understanding. This testament is a living entity—a dialogue between the finite and the infinite, an exploration of the cosmic dance that governs the universe. As you turn the pages, immerse yourself in the profound teachings that echo through the cosmic corridors. This book does not seek to confine; it seeks to liberate. It is an invitation to peer beyond the veils of illusion, to glimpse the eternal truths resonating in the core of your being. The "Eternal Testament" is a source of inspiration, contemplation, and transformation. It serves as a guide toward enlightenment, stirring the depths of the soul and igniting the flame of cosmic consciousness within each reader. Unity, eternity, and divinity form the foundation of this sacred journey, resonating in every word and guiding the reader into the eternal rhythm of existence. This book is not just a testament; it is an experience—a cosmic journey that transcends time and space. Join His Holiness Sri Yogi Akshay Bhat on this sacred pilgrimage, and let the "Eternal Testament" be your companion in the exploration of the infinite realms of cosmic wisdom.
Author: Libba Bray Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers ISBN: 0316532622 Category : Young Adult Fiction Languages : en Pages : 629
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The breath-taking finale to the epic New York Times bestseller, The Diviners, from Printz winner and beloved author, Libba Bray. After the horrifying explosion that claimed one of their own, the Diviners find themselves wanted by the US government, and on the brink of war with the King of Crows. While Memphis and Isaiah run for their lives from the mysterious Shadow Men, Isaiah receives a startling vision of a girl, Sarah Beth Olson, who could shift the balance in their struggle for peace. Sarah Beth says she knows how to stop the King of Crows-but, she will need the Diviners' help to do it. Elsewhere, Jericho has returned after his escape from Jake Marlowe's estate, where he has learned the shocking truth behind the King of Crow's plans. Now, the Diviners must travel to Bountiful, Nebraska, in hopes of joining forces with Sarah Beth and to stop the King of Crows and his army of the dead forever. But as rumors of towns becoming ghost towns and the dead developing unprecedented powers begin to surface, all hope seems to be lost. In this sweeping finale, The Diviners will be forced to confront their greatest fears and learn to rely on one another if they hope to save the nation, and world from catastrophe...
Author: Georges Perec Publisher: Collins Harvill Press ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 608
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Set in a Paris apartment block, this novel describes in minute detail the lives of the inhabitants and the apartments they inhabit at a specific moment in time.
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