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  Know about "christine de pizan"...

  Saurabh Singh Chauhan

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  This is small copy of introduction of the book: Welcome to the journey of discovery as we delve into the life and legacy of one of history's most remarkable figures, Christine de Pizan. In this biography, we will unveil the story of a woman who not only defied the norms of her time but also laid the foundation for feminist thought that continues to resonate today. 
  Christine de Pizan, born in 1364 in Venice, Italy, embarked on a path that would challenge the conventions of the late medieval period. Her life unfolded against the backdrop of a society where opportunities for women were severely limited, yet she rose above these constraints to become a trailblazing writer, philosopher, and advocate for women's rights. 
  This journey will take us through the significant moments of Christine's life, from her early education and marriage to her widowhood, when she turned to writing to support her family. We will explore her literary achievements, including masterpieces like "The Book of the City of Ladies" and "The Book of the Queen," which not only celebrated the virtues of women but also criticized the prevailing misogyny of her era.

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  Paris or Die

  Jayne Tuttle

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  Paris. The beauty. The grime. The colours and thoughts and songs and sounds and children and dogs. The taste of strawberries, the sky, first métro, last métro, the bells, the dreams … 
    
  The city of light, it seems, has its own plans for Jayne. Drawn there in an entirely unforeseen  way, she finds herself in a vibrant and dizzying neighbourhood, living in a former monastery,  studying at a famous theatre school, falling in  love with a Frenchman too beautiful to be real. She will forget her past and disappear into the culture if it kills her. And one strange night, it nearly does.  
   
  Sharp, funny and unflinchingly honest,  Jayne Tuttle’s writing lifts you off the page and into a Paris far beyond the postcards. Paris or Die is a headlong plunge into not just life in Paris, but life itself.

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  The Criminal Class - Memoir of a...

  Paul MacNamara

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  Criminal Class follows the journey of a teacher working inside the criminal justice system. This amazing story will both repel you, and at the same time, draw you in.   
   
  The only door in the room was now closed and sitting before me was a murderer, a rapist, an armed robber and a guy serving six years for grievous bodily harm. 
  Each of them had a sharpened pencil in their hands; a potential weapon. I had been forewarned yet I had handed them out willingly. I looked at these four brutes trying not to stare but conscious of not looking away in fear either. All four of them had their eyes fixed on me too; sussing out the new guy. In silence I shot back a tight-lipped grin. Slowly but purposefully, I glanced at the secured metal door and, next to it, the red duress button on the wall. I guessed the distance to be three metres. I looked back at the prisoners and wondered, if it came to it, would I be able to press that button or exit the doorway before they could get to me? I didn’t fancy my chances… 
   
  The Criminal Class is based on the true-life experiences of an everyday teacher who makes the precarious career transition to an Education Officer in the prison system. Dealing with both the law enforcers and the law breakers, but not bound by any normal allegiances, he finds himself having to thread the rocky path of an outsider on the inside.   
  ‘Teaching in the jail system is a surreal experience,. In this bizarreness you encounter things that make you shake your head, shake your fist, cry your heart out, laugh your head off and blow your mind. And I felt compelled to write it down; to capture its un-realness. Hopefully I can convey some of this in The Criminal Class.’ PAUL A. MACNAMARA

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  The Adventures of Big-Foot...

  John Crittenden Duval

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  The writer of this book is well aware that it will not stand the test of criticism as a literary production. A frontiersman himself, his opportunities for acquiring information, and for supplying the deficiencies of a rather limited education, have of course been "few and far between;" and therefore it cannot be reasonably expected that he could make a book under such circumstances which would not be sadly defective as to style and composition. However, it can justly lay claim to at least one merit, not often found in similar publications—it is not a compilation of imaginary scenes and incidents, concocted in the brain of one who never was beyond the sound of a dinner-bell in his life, but a plain, unvarnished story of the "'scapes and scrapes" of Big-Foot Wallace, the Texas Ranger and Hunter, written out from notes furnished by himself, and told, as well as my memory serves me, in his own language.

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  The Epistle of Barnabas - A...

  Barnabas Companion of Paul, Tim...

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  What does it mean to live in faith and truth? How does God’s covenant shape our understanding of the world? 
  The Epistle of Barnabas is one of the earliest Christian writings, attributed to Barnabas, a close companion of the Apostle Paul.  
  This powerful text offers a unique perspective on the connection between the Old and New Testaments, showing how God's covenant is fulfilled through Christ.  
  Rich with theological reflection and moral teaching, it invites listeners into a deeper understanding of spiritual transformation and Christian living. 
  Now available in a clear, modern translation, this edition brings the insights of Barnabas to today’s audience with clarity and relevance. 
  What you'll discover inside: 
  •	A Deeper Understanding of God’s Covenant – How ancient promises find fulfillment in the teachings of Christ 
  •	Lessons on Faith and Righteousness – Practical guidance for living a life rooted in truth and spiritual discipline 
  •	A Glimpse into Early Christianity – Explore the beliefs and struggles of the early Christian community 
  •	Timeless Wisdom for Today – Apply the epistle’s spiritual insights to modern challenges and personal growth 
  Whether you’re exploring early Christian texts, seeking inspiration, or deepening your faith, The Epistle of Barnabas offers timeless encouragement and guidance. 
  Begin your journey today and rediscover a message that continues to resonate across the centuries.

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  The Essential Fromm - Life...

  Erich Fromm

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  Essays on human alienation, mode of existence, consumerism, narcissism, and more from "both a psychologist of penetration and a writer of ability" (Chicago Tribune). 
   
   
   
  As Erich Fromm points out, ours is "a life between having and being"—between mere having and healthy being, between destructiveness and creativity, between narcissism and productive self-understanding, between passivity and the joy of positive activity. 
   
   
   
  The alternatives of having and being are basic orientations of our character and determine our behavior. The mostly unpublished and unknown texts featured in The Essential Fromm encapsulate the psychologist's views on the fulfilling life. To put down roots yet remain free is what the late Erich Fromm called the art of being. It is the secret of happiness.

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