Editorial: Gibbs Smith
Hot Button: Teaching Sensitive Social Studies Content explores the difficulty, delicacy, and ethical obligations of teaching accurate history to all students. It features contributions from Alysha Butler, Kelly Reichardt, Gerardo Muñoz, Chris Dier, and accomplished author Bart King.
The Buddha promised his students that a way out of suffering and into a more deeply fulfilling life is not a myth, but a reality available to everyone. On What the Buddha Taught, Jack Kornfield illuminates the cherished Eightfold Path to share with us the same steps to inner freedom laid out by the Buddha more than 2,600 years ago. Sounds True Pearls bring you inspirational and insightful downloadable audio sessions selected from our most popular courses. Ranging between 15-40 minutes each, Sounds True Pearls offer a concise way to explore topics from meditation and spiritual practice to mind-body healing, the art of manifestation, and more. String them on your smartphone, MP3 player, tablet device, or computer today, and you'll be ready to empower your life with the transformational teachings contained in each Sounds True Pearl. This session is excerpted from Jack Kornfield's eight-CD program Buddhism for Beginners.Ver libro
What is consciousness and who are we beneath the noise of thought? In a world dominated by distraction, artificial intelligence, and endless stimulation, Consciousness invites you to step back and remember what is real. This short but powerful audiobook is not just a collection of ideas, it’s an invitation to awaken. Through contemplative insights, clear language, and a calm, grounded tone, author Petros Michaelides explores the mystery of awareness, the illusion of the self, and the paradox of machines that simulate thought yet lack experience. With roots in philosophy, spirituality, and science, this audiobook offers a path through confusion, toward clarity. You’ll explore:The nature of consciousness and the egoHow altered states reveal hidden truthsThe line between human awareness and artificial intelligenceWhat remains when everything you thought you were dissolves Whether you’re a seeker, a skeptic, or simply someone trying to make sense of the world, this is not an audiobook to consume. it’s an experience to feel. Perfect for one sitting. Meant to be returned to often.Ver libro
From the colonial through the antebellum era, enslaved women in the US used lethal force as the ultimate form of resistance. By amplifying their voices and experiences, Brooding over Bloody Revenge strongly challenges assumptions that enslaved women only participated in covert, non-violent forms of resistance, when in fact they consistently seized justice for themselves and organized toward revolt. Nikki M. Taylor expertly reveals how women killed for deeply personal instances of injustice committed by their owners. The stories presented, which span centuries and legal contexts, demonstrate that these acts of lethal force were carefully pre-meditated. Enslaved women planned how and when their enslavers would die, what weapons and accomplices were necessary, and how to evade capture in the aftermath. Original and compelling, Brooding Over Bloody Revenge presents a window into the lives and philosophies of enslaved women who had their own ideas about justice and how to achieve it.Ver libro
Discover the inspiring journey of women in government through the lens of author Mary Chung Hayashi. This contemporary analysis blends personal experiences, interviews, and powerful stories of trailblazing leaders, emphasizing the need for gender-political parity and inclusive leadership in today's democracy.In "Women In Politics," award-winning author and healthcare leader Mary Chung Hayashi takes you on a captivating exploration of the remarkable strides made by women in government. This essential and contemporary analysis not only bridges the gap between the past and the present but also intertwines Mary's own journey as an Asian American immigrant and former California State Assemblymember with the inspiring stories of pioneering women in political leadership. Through in-depth interviews and insightful discussions, Mary breathes life into the trials and triumphs of these remarkable women, showcasing their invaluable contributions to political landscapes and highlighting the transformative power of their unwavering perseverance. The book also sheds light on the persistent challenges women face in achieving gender-political parity, serving as a powerful call to action for all of us. It reminds us that to shape our democracy, we must actively participate in the ongoing struggle for equal representation.Ver libro
Julian never expected that coming home would feel heavier than leaving.After a decade chasing success in Chicago’s high pressure finance world, Julian returns to the small coastal town of Oakhaven, Maine. Burned out and uncertain of who he has become, he takes over his grandmother’s old laundry shop, The Verdant Press. What once seemed like a quiet and ordinary business slowly reveals itself to be something far more meaningful.Every item that arrives at the counter carries a story.A retired judge brings in his brother’s weathered coat filled with memories of winter and loss.A woman arrives with a yellowed wedding dress that has waited twenty five years inside a box.A desperate father carries a ruined velvet rabbit that holds the entire world of a small child.Through steam, soap, patience, and care, Julian discovers that cleaning fabric is not only about removing stains. It is about restoring dignity, healing memory, and giving people the chance to carry their past without being crushed by it.As the quiet rhythm of the shop begins to shape his days, Julian realizes something unexpected. The life he once believed he had lost may never have been the life he needed.Green Memory is a reflective and deeply human story about burnout, returning home, and the quiet power of restoration. It is a novel about ordinary objects that carry extraordinary meaning, and about the courage it takes to mend both fabric and the heart.A thoughtful audiobook for listeners who appreciate introspective literary fiction, small town atmosphere, and stories of personal renewal.Ver libro
For many years, Camilla was portrayed in a poor light, blamed by the public for the break-up of the marriage between Prince Charles and Lady Diana. Initially, Queen Elizabeth refused to see or speak to her, but, since the death of Prince Philip, Camilla had become one of the Queen's closest companions. Her confidence in Camilla and the transformation she had seen in Prince Charles since their wedding resulted in her choosing the first day of her Platinum Jubilee year to tell the world that she wanted Camilla to be Queen Consort, not the demeaning Princess Consort suggested in 2005. Angela Levin uncovers Camilla's rocky journey to be accepted by the royal family and how she coped with her brutal portrayal in Netflix's The Crown. The public have witnessed her tremendous contribution to help those in need, especially during COVID. Levin has talked to many of Camilla's long-term friends, her staff, and executives from the numerous charities of which Camilla is patron. She reveals why Camilla concentrates on previously taboo subjects, such as domestic violence and rape. Most of all, Levin tells the story of how Camilla has changed from a fun-loving young woman to one of the senior royals' hardest workers. She has retained her mischievous sense of humor, becoming a role model for older women and an inspiration for younger ones.Ver libro
