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Download or read book Waking Stone written by Carole Oles and published by University of Arkansas Press. This book was released on 2006-10-01 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intro -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Foreword -- Invocation to Hatty -- Mother at Her Easel: A Memory -- I Misbehave: Self-Defenses -- I Find My Place: Mrs. Sedgwick's School -- I Am Lowered, I Am Raised -- The Body Forbidden -- That Other River: The Mississippi -- More Wildlife Study -- Linkage -- From Backyard Studio, to Rome, 1852 -- Enroute to Rome, October, 1852 -- Finding My Master -- My First Child, and Another Daughter -- My First Full-Figure Daughter -- On Marriage, How Many Times Must I Tell You -- Preparing for Dinner Guests, Mindful of Hatty -- Making Money -- Rumor -- Astronomer Maria Mitchell Meets Harriet Hosmer -- To Hatty on Easter Sunday, Among Spirits -- Beginning and Ending with Mahler's Kindertotenlieder -- Her Story, My Daughter Beatrice -- Beatrice Dreams -- Hatty's Anxiety Dream -- Tomb of Judith Falconnet -- Today, Sant' Andrea Delle Fratte -- Purification -- To Hatty, on Boils -- My Clothes -- Hatty Revises Current Fashion -- Zenobia Speaks, in Chains and Free -- The Critics Comment on Zenobia -- I Fight the Battle of the Amazons -- Thomas Hart Benton, in Bronze -- Astoria, New York Interlude: Italian Notebook -- I Tell Hatty the Effacing Dream -- Stonecarver, Restoring -- Flesh and Stone -- Thinking, Making Ready -- Hatty to Posterity: On Friendship, Flirtation, and the Fury to Wed -- Permanent Magnets -- My Rome, Vanishing -- Crossing Zones -- Parallel Universes -- I Rededicate Watertown's Hosmer School to You, Hatty -- Hatty's Dream, 1902 -- I Didn't Want to Admit It -- Brief Letter from Hatty, and Author's Response -- The Tenth Muse -- February 21, Then and Now -- Afterword -- Notes
Book Synopsis Reimagining the American Pacific by : Rob Wilson
Download or read book Reimagining the American Pacific written by Rob Wilson and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the makings of the "American Pacific" locality/location/identity as space and ground of cultural production, and the way this region can be linked to "Asia" and "Pacific" as well as to "American mainland"
Download or read book The Waking Land written by Callie Bates and published by Del Rey. This book was released on 2017-06-27 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the lush and magical tradition of Naomi Novik’s award-winning Uprooted comes this riveting debut from brilliant young writer Callie Bates—whose boundless imagination places her among the finest authors of fantasy fiction, including Sarah J. Maas and Sabaa Tahir. Lady Elanna is fiercely devoted to the king who raised her like a daughter. But when he dies under mysterious circumstances, Elanna is accused of his murder—and must flee for her life. Returning to the homeland of magical legends she has forsaken, Elanna is forced to reckon with her despised, estranged father, branded a traitor long ago. Feeling a strange, deep connection to the natural world, she also must face the truth about the forces she has always denied or disdained as superstition—powers that suddenly stir within her. But an all-too-human threat is drawing near, determined to exact vengeance. Now Elanna has no choice but to lead a rebellion against the kingdom to which she once gave her allegiance. Trapped between divided loyalties, she must summon the courage to confront a destiny that could tear her apart. Don’t miss any of Callie Bates’s magical Waking Land trilogy: THE WAKING LAND • THE MEMORY OF FIRE • THE SOUL OF POWER Praise for The Waking Land “Callie Bates has written an exciting and involving first book, and she is clearly a writer of real talent.”—Terry Brooks “A heartbreaking, enchanting, edge-of-the-seat read that held me captive from start to finish!”—Tamora Pierce “The Waking Land is all about rising to challenges, and it succeeds wonderfully.”—Charlaine Harris “A simmering tale of magic that builds to a raging inferno, and hits like a cross between Brandon Sanderson and Pierce Brown.”—Scott Sigler “This superior novel blends passionate romance and sweeping magic. . . . Bates has a delicate, precise touch with human and superhuman relationships.”—Publishers Weekly “A wonderfully stunning debut . . . Bates’ clear, captivating, imaginative storytelling and vivid, distinctive characters will cause readers to soak up every word.”—RT Book Reviews
Book Synopsis Wake The Stone Man by : Carol McDougall
Download or read book Wake The Stone Man written by Carol McDougall and published by Fernwood Publishing. This book was released on 2015-05-01T00:00:00Z with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set in a small northern town, under the mythical shadow of the Sleeping Giant, Wake the Stone Man follows the complicated friendship of two girls coming of age in the 1960s. Molly meets Nakina, who is Ojibwe and a survivor of the residential school system, in high school, and they form a strong friendship. As the bond between them grows, Molly, who is not native, finds herself a silent witness to the racism and abuse her friend must face each day. In this time of political awakening, Molly turns to her camera to try to make sense of the intolerance she sees in the world around her. Her photos become a way to freeze time and observe the complex human politics of her hometown. Her search for understanding uncovers some hard truths about Nakina’s past and leaves Molly with a growing sense of guilt over her own silence. When personal tragedy tears them apart, Molly must travel a long hard road in search of forgiveness and friendship.
Download or read book Waking Hours written by Lis Wiehl and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2012-07-02 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to East Salem. A deceptively sleepy town where ancient supernatural forces are being awakened. A local high-school girl is found murdered in a park amid horse farms and the wealthy homes of northern Westchester County, New York. The shocking manner of her death intrigues forensic psychiatrist Dani Harris. All the suspects are teenagers who were at a party with the girl—yet none remembers what happened. Could one of them be a vicious killer? Or is something more sinister afoot—something tied to an ancient evil? Across town, former NFL linebacker Tommy Gunderson finds his state-of-the-art security system has been breached by an elderly woman. Mumbling threats in Latin, she attacks him with an uncanny, preternatural strength. Before he has time to process the attack, someone close to him is implicated in the girl’s murder at the park. He agrees to help—and finds himself working with Dani, the only girl who could resist his charm years ago when they were in high school. A heavy darkness is spreading. Yet a heavenly force is also at work. Dani and Tommy suspect there’s more to the mystery than murder, more to their growing friendship than chance . . . and more to the evil they’re facing than a mere human killer.
Download or read book The Waking written by Margaret Lott and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2023-07-25 with total page 599 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About the Book Three women from the twenty-first century world have been stranded in an alternate world similar to medieval Europe. On top of that, they've found that their presence is vital to freeing Persal from the dark influence of the evil wizard Barakus. Now, they are frantically searching for anything that can help them achieve their goal. As the women begin relating to the men thrust into their new life, they are also challenged to become more than they dreamed they could be. Everywhere they turn, there are new dangers. Each of the women brings a unique perspective to their new world and each other. The men in the story will soon realize that they should never underestimate a woman on a mission. About the Author Margaret Lott was born in Sacramento, California in 1948. She currently resides in Corsicana, Texas with her husband and two dogs. She is the grandmother of seventeen. Margaret is a retired tax accountant. She is finally able to pursue her lifelong yearning to write novels.
Book Synopsis The Curious Lore of Precious Stones by : George Frederick Kunz
Download or read book The Curious Lore of Precious Stones written by George Frederick Kunz and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Curious Lore of Precious Stones by : George Frederick Kunz
Download or read book The Curious Lore of Precious Stones written by George Frederick Kunz and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2024-08-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the magical and practical properties of gemstones with this classic work by America's first professional gemologist, George Frederick Kunz. Drawing on his wide-ranging research into the occult and magical properties of gemstones, George Frederick Kunz produced a treasure trove of a book that covers ideas about precious and semi-precious stones from around the world. With tables of correspondences and sections on scrying and astrological uses of stones, omens regarding certain stones, and how gemstones were seen historically around the globe, this is a fascinating work of impressive scope. Learn about the history of gemstones and how they have been used: • Within fortune-telling and for their magical properties • For their astrological associations • In rituals, as symbols and talismans
Book Synopsis The Waking of Orthlund by : Roger Taylor
Download or read book The Waking of Orthlund written by Roger Taylor and published by Mushroom Publishing. This book was released on 2007-04 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book Three of the Chronicles of Hawklan. Fyorlund has fallen. The City of Vakloss has felt the terrifying Power that lies behind the evil Lord Dan-Tor and King Rgoric lies dead, murdered by Dan-Tor who is now master of Fyorlund and ready to unleash the Dark Lord Sumeral's dread power over all the lands. Yet Dan-Tor has been grievously wounded by Hawklan's arrow, and, against impossible odds, not all hope has been swallowed by the Darkness. Sylvriss, Rgoric's Queen, has escaped the blighted City to rally the Lords in Exile. In peaceful Orthlund the arts of war are painfully relearned. In the East, ancient foes of Sumeral are at last remembering their vows. All look to the healer Hawklan for leadership. But he has lain in a coma since his confrontation with Dan-Tor, walking in a world from which none can call him back. And in the mountains an ancient race stirs, but its allegiance is as yet unknown...
Download or read book Waking God written by Brian Doe and published by Star Publish. This book was released on 2006 with total page 562 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: And he agreed, and from Him was taken the Vessel, the Chalice, which was to contain all that was created. With this taking came the knowledge in the form of Wisdom, and from Wisdom they went forth and multiplied. When It saw what had happened, It said, This is good. And It placed a fiery pillar before this place of rest that none should disturb the slumber. If he awoke, all of creation would thus end and Wisdom would be lost. Being the seventh day, It rested. He closed the journal, not bothering to read the words he'd written. He knew the idea by now, was familiar with the message, though he comprehended none of it beyond an academic capacity. He only needed to find some way to understand why it was happening, and what in God's name it had to do with him.
Download or read book The Never written by Kevin Clarke and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2001-01-15 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ever truly alone? The brutal murders of friends and family brings together loved ones to battle an unseen force before they become the next victim.
Book Synopsis The History & Use of Amulets, Charms and Talismans by : Gary R. Varner
Download or read book The History & Use of Amulets, Charms and Talismans written by Gary R. Varner and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-01-27 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amulets and charms have been used since mankind evolved from its distant origins millions of years ago. They have been used to protect and to harm, and in both the practice and avoidance of witchcraft and sorcery. They are made of wood and stone, clay, metal, plants and dead animals. They are carved into crude shapes and in the most exquisite forms. They may also be composed entirely of words, which are believed to have great power and magical properties. Used by pagans, Christians, Jews and followers of every faith and tradition known across the world, they are considered direct links to the gods and local spirits. All are links to the supernatural. Regardless if they are called amulets, charms or talismans, these objects are credited with providing cures, causing evil, and bringing health and prosperity. This book, using ethnographic studies, ancient records and folklore, will explore the history and use of amulets and will show that they continue to be an important part of our modern culture.
Download or read book GEM STONES written by MEENACHISUNDARAM.M and published by MS SOFTWARE LABORATORIES. This book was released on 2024-09-05 with total page 609 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE.. 4 Chapter I: Superstitions and Their Sources. 18 Chapter II: On the Use of Precious and Semi-Precious Stones as Talismans and Amulets. 46 Chapter III: On the Talismanic Use of Special Stones. 89 Chapter IV: On the Use of Engraved and Carved Gems as Talismans. 166 Chapter V: On Ominous and Luminous Stones. 202 Chapter VI: On Crystal Balls and Crystal Gazing. 242 Chapter VII: Religious Uses of Precious Stones, Pagan, Hebrew, and Christian. 310 Chapter VIII: On the High-Priest’s Breastplate. 379 Chapter IX: Birth-Stones. 422 Chapter X: Planetary and Astral Influences of Precious Stones. 471 Chapter XI: On the Therapeutic Use of Precious and Semi-Precious Stones. 519 Index. 552 ABOUT THE AUTHOR.. 609 PREFACE 1. Ruby: The Stone of Passion Rubies are one of the most coveted gemstones in the world, known for their striking red hue. The name "ruby" comes from the Latin word "ruber," meaning red. Rubies have been cherished for centuries, symbolizing passion, love, and power. In ancient times, they were believed to have the power to protect warriors in battle and bring good fortune. Today, rubies are still associated with love and are often used in engagement rings or jewelry that symbolizes deep affection. The rich red color of rubies is due to the presence of chromium. The intensity of the red varies depending on the amount of chromium present, with the most valuable rubies displaying a vibrant, deep red. Rubies rank 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness, making them one of the hardest and most durable gemstones, second only to diamonds. This durability makes rubies perfect for everyday wear, especially in rings or other jewelry that is frequently worn. In addition to their beauty, rubies are also believed to have various metaphysical properties. Many believe that rubies can stimulate the heart chakra, promoting feelings of love, passion, and vitality. It is also said that wearing rubies can boost confidence and energy, making them a popular choice for those seeking to enhance their personal power and assertiveness. 2. Sapphire: The Stone of Wisdom Sapphires are most commonly associated with a rich blue color, but they actually come in a wide range of colors, including pink, yellow, and green. The name "sapphire" comes from the Greek word "sappheiros," meaning blue. Sapphires have long been symbols of wisdom, truth, and nobility. In ancient cultures, they were believed to protect their wearers from envy and harm. Sapphires are often used in engagement rings and other meaningful jewelry, symbolizing loyalty and trust. The blue color of sapphires is caused by the presence of trace elements like iron and titanium. Like rubies, sapphires are also made of corundum, making them incredibly durable with a ranking of 9 on the Mohs scale. This hardness, combined with their beautiful colors, makes sapphires a popular choice for all types of jewelry. Some of the most famous sapphires in history have been worn by royalty, further cementing their status as a symbol of nobility. In addition to their physical beauty, sapphires are also believed to have healing and protective properties. Many people believe that wearing a sapphire can promote mental clarity, focus, and wisdom. Sapphires are also associated with the throat chakra, encouraging clear communication and the expression of one's truth. 3. Emerald: The Stone of Rebirth Emeralds are known for their vibrant green color, symbolizing rebirth, renewal, and growth. The name "emerald" comes from the Greek word "smaragdos," which means green gem. Throughout history, emeralds have been prized for their beauty and rarity, often associated with royalty and wealth. The ancient Egyptians believed that emeralds symbolized eternal life, and they were often buried with pharaohs to ensure a safe passage into the afterlife. The green color of emeralds comes from trace amounts of chromium or vanadium. Unlike sapphires and rubies, emeralds are relatively soft, ranking 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale. This makes them more prone to chipping and scratching, so they are often set in jewelry pieces that are less likely to be exposed to daily wear. Despite their relative softness, emeralds remain one of the most popular gemstones for high-end jewelry, particularly in rings and necklaces. Emeralds are also believed to have powerful metaphysical properties. Many people associate them with the heart chakra, believing that they can promote love, compassion, and emotional healing. It is said that wearing an emerald can bring harmony and balance to relationships, making them a popular choice for those seeking emotional growth and connection. 4. Diamond: The Stone of Invincibility Diamonds are perhaps the most famous gemstones in the world, known for their unparalleled brilliance and hardness. The name "diamond" comes from the Greek word "adamas," meaning invincible or unbreakable. Diamonds are formed deep within the Earth under extreme pressure and heat, which gives them their remarkable durability. With a hardness of 10 on the Mohs scale, diamonds are the hardest natural substance on Earth, making them perfect for everyday wear in rings and other jewelry. In addition to their physical strength, diamonds have long been associated with love, purity, and eternal commitment. This makes them the most popular choice for engagement rings. The tradition of giving a diamond engagement ring dates back to the 15th century, and it continues to be a symbol of enduring love and fidelity. The clarity and brilliance of a diamond are often seen as a reflection of the pure and unbreakable bond between two people. Diamonds are also believed to have strong metaphysical properties. Many people believe that diamonds can enhance the strength of the wearer, both physically and emotionally. They are thought to bring clarity of mind, increase focus, and inspire courage. Because of their powerful energy, diamonds are often used in meditation and healing practices to amplify intentions and promote spiritual growth. 5. Amethyst: The Stone of Sobriety Amethyst is a beautiful purple gemstone that has been treasured for centuries for both its beauty and its believed healing properties. The name "amethyst" comes from the Greek word "amethystos," which means not intoxicated, and the stone was believed to protect its wearer from drunkenness. In ancient Greece and Rome, amethyst cups were used to prevent intoxication, and the stone was often worn as an amulet to promote sobriety and clear-headedness. The purple color of amethyst is caused by the presence of iron and irradiation. Amethyst is a variety of quartz and ranks 7 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively durable for everyday wear. It is commonly used in all types of jewelry, from rings and earrings to pendants and bracelets. The deep purple color of amethyst has made it a favorite for royalty and clergy, symbolizing power, spirituality, and inner strength. Amethyst is also believed to have calming and protective properties. Many people associate it with the crown chakra, believing that it can enhance spiritual awareness and promote a sense of peace and tranquility. It is often used in meditation to clear the mind and reduce stress, making it a popular choice for those seeking balance and clarity in their lives.
Book Synopsis The Pageant by : Charles Hazelwood Shannon
Download or read book The Pageant written by Charles Hazelwood Shannon and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Menhirs, Dolmen, and Circles of Stone by : Gary R. Varner
Download or read book Menhirs, Dolmen, and Circles of Stone written by Gary R. Varner and published by Algora Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Having written books on the folklore and myth of water, Varner turns here to a second ancient element. Focusing on stone in forms ranging from megaliths to hand fetishes, he delves into folklore, early religions, and the continuation of ancient traditions into contemporary society. He also summarizes the archaeological findings on various megalithi
Download or read book Morningstar written by CR Petersen and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-04-06 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Morningstar by author CR Petersen is a cleverly written journey of Anna, a young girl who is moved from her big city life and privilege to a rural setting in Utah. Nothing she has been used to compares to this new life and surroundings, including what she thought were important in life. This journey includes Anna's discovery of the disappearance of an entire family who lived there prior and an unsolved murder. Anna, along with her newfound friends, is determined to solve this disappearance and murder. This investigation takes the reader on a journey that includes fascinating Native American history, culture and values, as well as the real life mysteries, and subsequent teachings of space and time, and the finding of love in the most unexpected way. This novel has it all. Lots of twists and turns as the author paints a vivid picture of what life is all about and what it means to build and trust strong friendships as they are thrust into a mysterious unknown that is thrilling to read! Karen Daniels
Book Synopsis Cutting for Stone by : Abraham Verghese
Download or read book Cutting for Stone written by Abraham Verghese and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2009-02-03 with total page 747 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From the author of The Covenant of Water: A beautifully written, page-turning family saga of Ethiopia and America, doctors and patients, exile and home. • “Filled with mystical scenes and deeply felt characters.... Verghese is something of a magician as a novelist.” —USA Today Marion and Shiva Stone are twin brothers born of a secret union between a beautiful Indian nun and a brash British surgeon. Orphaned by their mother’s death and their father’s disappearance, bound together by a preternatural connection and a shared fascination with medicine, the twins come of age as Ethiopia hovers on the brink of revolution. Moving from Addis Ababa to New York City and back again, Cutting for Stone is an unforgettable story of love and betrayal, medicine and ordinary miracles—and two brothers whose fates are forever intertwined. This sweeping, emotionally riveting novel that "shows how history and landscape and accidents of birth conspire to create the story of a single life" (Los Angeles Times).
