World Wisdom

As a compilation of notable fragments from the writings of German philosopher G. W. F. Hegel, this audiobook functions as a helpful and intriguing introduction to the keynotes of his thought. This audiobook, comprised of short selections from Hegel's writings and organized by theme, includes a preface by Elizabeth Haldane and a foreword by Sarah Bacaller. Each Hegelian fragment includes a reference to its original source for those who want to further pursue particular selections.

Before her death at 110, the pianist Alice Herz-Sommer was an eyewitness to the entire last century and the first decade of this one. She had seen it all, surviving the Theresienstadt concentration camp, attending the trial of Adolf Eichmann in Jerusalem, and along the way coming into contact with some of the most fascinating historical figures of our time. As a child in Prague, she spent weekends and holidays in the company of Franz Kafka (whom she knew as “Uncle Franz”), and Gustav Mahler, Sigmund Freud, and Rainer Maria Rilke were friendly with her mother.

Growing up on New York's Upper West Side in a bustling family of Jewish immigrants, Joshua Benaim discovered the power of place as he learned from his grandfather the art of minimizing risk while pursuing value in the world's toughest business—New York City real estate. And when a chance encounter in a cab led him to study opera, Benaim's time as a touring baritone inspired him to bring the poetry, passion, and historical authenticity of music to the world of business.

Dive into the heartwarming world of "Inspiring Native American Stories for Kids"! This audiobook is full of captivating tales that link the past with the present, teaching wisdom, courage, and respect for nature. Perfect for children aged 8-12, this collection nurtures cultural appreciation and empathy through storytelling.

SILVER WINNER, 2021 COVR Visionary Award, Visionary Non-fiction FINALIST, 2021 Next Generation Indie Excellence Awards This third volume is the final book in The Way Series by Catherine Grace Landry, destined to be a classic of the mind body spirit literature. The Way of the Grace-filled Heart offers us the freedom of infinite possibility. Here we greet our Soul, glimpse our vast potential, and meet the light of Source that flows upon our earthly experiences, in all directions, at all times, with no limits, borders, and boundaries. A grace-filled heart calls us to collapse the chapters of ...

Daniel Seabaugh turns to the Bible for answers while sharing personal stories and practical tips from his own pursuit of holiness.

What if you could interview top Christian women leaders and ask their advice on how to be successful (eternally significant) and glorify God with your work? Threads of Wisdom documents the journeys and best advice of 10 women that lead marketplace and non-profit organizations, in their own words.

With the advent of the internet, any topic we want to know about is instantly available with the touch of a smartphone button. With so much knowledge at our fingertips, what is there left for our brains to do? At a time when we seem to be stripping all value from the idea of knowing things—no need for math, no need for map reading, no need for memorisation—are we risking our ability to think? As we empty our minds, will we one day be incapable of thoughtfulness?

“May all people’s hearts be purified; may all societies be in harmony; and may the world be free of disasters.” Year after year, Dharma Master Cheng Yen offers these three prayers. In this book, she shares how her three prayers can become reality—by practicing good speech, doing good deeds and making good vows. Through good speech, we can purify people’s hearts. Positive words bring blessings, and negative words bring misfortune. If we hope to purify people’s hearts, we must constantly speak good words as a way of blessing ourselves and others. Practicing good deeds brings ...

The world is changing right in front of our eyes. And it often feels like there is very little we can do about it. Perhaps you are searching for guidance and support with the challenges you find yourself facing each day. Or maybe you find yourself worrying about the future for yourself or society. Whatever the case, this book is a must-listen.

Do you feel as though you are living in a constant state of uncertainty? According to Mark Klein, author of Wisdom from the Aerial View, life doesn’t have to be so stressful. What if a shift in perspective could remove the constant simmer of anxiety about our current challenges and energize you to become an agent of positive and universal change? This intriguing proposition is at the heart of this astonishing new book, in which the physician and philosopher shares the tools, vision, and perspective we need to activate our personal power and catalyze a brighter future.

In the dark days of 1941, Britain fights on alone. Invasion threatens and fear hangs in the air. Some yearn for peace and an end to the relentless Nazi bombing. Others are spurred on to fight for victory, no matter the cost. And some will manipulate a divided country for their own ends. On a winter’s night, a German spy parachutes into the Cambridgeshire fenland while another man is secretly murdered in the same field. Is he another enemy spy or has he been sent to his death? Either way, a killer lurks.

Ready for a fascinating adventure into the diverse world of grants, style, and travel? Introducing “Grantopoly: Mr. Grant Money’s Out-of-This-World Wisdom,” an immersive journey into the world of grants like never before. In this captivating narrative, you will embark on an adventure alongside Mr. Grant Money, where the complexities of grant acquisition are unraveled with finesse and insight. Get ready to have an unforgettable encounter with aliens and visit luxurious five-star hotels and casinos to learn valuable grant acquisition lessons.

More than 20 years ago, Jon Kabat-Zinn changed the way we thought about awareness in everyday life with his now-classic introduction to mindfulness, Wherever You Go, There You Are. He followed that up with 2005's Coming to Our Senses, the definitive book for our time on the connection between mindfulness and our well-being on every level: physical, cognitive, emotional, social, planetary and spiritual.

Life has an odd way of bringing to you what you need when you need it most. Author Weam Namou learns this through her experience with Lynn Andrews shamanic school. When one day Namou sits down to write her next book, she feels resistance in her fingertips and a void in her spirit. She soon realizes that years of struggling in her writing career, witnessing the war in her birth country, Iraq, and juggling her responsibilities as a housewife and mother has caused her to lose her literary voice. On a quest to once more find her voice, she comes across Writing Spirit, a book that rejuvenates ...

Stop surviving and start thriving “You are either leaving the wilderness, entering the wilderness, or are in the wilderness.” – Ron DiCianni Have you experienced one of the following: The tragic loss of a loved one? Overwhelming financial hardship? A crippling diagnosis? Shattered dreams? Where is God in the midst of it all? Closer than you think. Using Biblical examples and relevant real-life stories, authors Ron DiCianni and Lance Wubbels encourage anyone at any stage of a wilderness experience. They remind you that complete reliance on God’s unfailing love and presence will take ...

The aging general Sen ‘Su wanted to be more than a killer. He wanted to be a thinker. He also wanted to teach the boy emperor, Pean ‘Fu the Innocent and the ruler of a thousand worlds, how to be a thinker. The shadow-men of Golden proved too strong. Dispirited Sen ‘Su fled to his lost home world of Terra, where he had been called Bran Tray. He returned to a home he no longer recognised and to a love that seemed lost to the mists of time. Rhainna, the young girl Bran Tray had left behind was gone. Only the wrinkled old crone called the Heeler-woman remained. The boy, San Tray, came to ...

In I Am Accountable, renowned speaker and consultant Sam Silverstein explains how accountability is the secret to filling your life with more meaning, more success, and more joy - and it all starts with your mind-set. In order to create a truly meaningful life, we must first accept that the problem is never other people. “The real problem,” Sam Silverstein maintains, “is what we believe about other people.”

A Bed of Roses: 12 Poems for The Soul, by author Reneé Drummond-Brown, depicts beauty, purity and love at first sight. The categories speak volume metaphorically pointing to the Scriptures. The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob never promised us a rose garden or for our world-views to be seen through rose-coloured glasses because life isn’t always a bed of roses. Long gone are the days of fine-wine and roses because every rose has its thorn, but through endurance The ‘Son’ will come out tomorrow lightening man’s breast loads of sorrows and have you (once again) smelling of sweet ...

"WOW!! I didn't know that!!" - this is what I predict you will say literally hundreds of times as you listen to this book. In fact, in the humblest sort of way, I am confident that you will learn more from this book about the world we live in and interacting with our fellow human beings than you did in all your years of high school and college. I really wish someone would have given me this book before I left school and entered the real world.