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Cliffs Of Insanity

Author : Keith Duggan
Publisher : Random House
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09-27
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781446487211

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Cliffs Of Insanity by Keith Duggan Pdf

Surfing in Ireland was once considered little more than a fringe and slightly lunatic pursuit. The treacherous coastline and ice waters of the Atlantic did not sit comfortably with the stereotype of surfing as the favoured pastime of the bronzed and privileged. But with the discovery in the past few years of the gargantuan Aileen’s wave at the Cliffs of Moher and other heavy waves, the Irish coast has become one of the worst kept secrets in world surfing. In Cliffs of Insanity, the Irish Times sportswriter Keith Duggan tells the story of a dedicated group of surfers in County Clare whose lives revolve around the pursuit of Ireland’s wildest waves. The book traces the evolution of Fergal Smith, the young Mayo man whose intuition for big waves has earned him a serious reputation and explores the world of Mickey Smith, the roving Cornish man who discovered Aileen’s and whose breathtaking surf photography has caught the Irish landscape in an entirely new and original light. Bitter cold days, broken bones, busted boards, scars, near drownings and countless hours in the freezing water trying to read the ocean is the price they pay for those few transcendent seconds when they master a wave. Cliffs of Insanity is about the importance of pursuing what matters in life but it is also about community and friendship, and the passionate pursuit of a way of life that flies in the face of everything championed in Ireland over the last decade.

As You Wish

Author : Cary Elwes,Joe Layden
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014-10-14
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781476764023

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As You Wish by Cary Elwes,Joe Layden Pdf

In a 25th anniversary, behind-the-scenes account of the making of the cult-classic film, the lead actor shares never-before-told stories and exclusive photographs as well as interviews with Robin Wright, Billy Crystal and more. 100,000 first printing.

The Dharma of The Princess Bride

Author : Ethan Nichtern
Publisher : North Point Press
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-12
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780865478381

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The Dharma of The Princess Bride by Ethan Nichtern Pdf

An engagingly contemporary approach to Buddhism—through the lens of an iconic film and its memorable characters Humorous yet spiritually rigorous in the tradition of Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance and The Tao of Pooh, drawing from pop culture and from personal experience, The Dharma of “The Princess Bride” teaches us how to understand and navigate our most important personal relationships from a twenty-first-century Buddhist perspective. Friendship. Romance. Family. These are the three areas Ethan Nichtern delves into, taking as departure points the indelible characters from Rob Reiner’s perennially popular film—Westley, Fezzik, Vizzini, Count Rugen, Princess Buttercup, and others—as he also draws lessons from his own life and his work as a meditation teacher. Nichtern devotes the first section of the book to exploring the dynamics of friendship. Why do people become friends? What can we learn from the sufferings of Inigo Montoya and Fezzik? Next, he leads us through all the phases of illusion and disillusion we encounter in our romantic pursuits, providing a healthy dose of lightheartedness along the way by sharing his own Princess Buttercup List and the vicissitudes of his dating life as he ponders how we idealize and objectify romantic love. Finally, Nichtern draws upon the demands of his own family history and the film’s character the Grandson to explore the dynamics of “the last frontier of awakening,” a reference to his teacher Chogyam Trungpa’s claim that it’s possible to be enlightened everywhere except around your family. With The Dharma of “The Princess Bride” in hand, we can set out on the path to contemporary Buddhist enlightenment with the most important relationships in our lives.

Tuesday Morning Quarterback

Author : Gregg Easterbrook
Publisher : Universe Publishing(NY)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Football
ISBN : 0789306514

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Tuesday Morning Quarterback by Gregg Easterbrook Pdf

Based on the popular football commentary on the e-zine "Slate", this is a collection of haikus, Zen poetry, historical allusions, and other conceits Easterbrook uses to creates fresh commentary on the philosophy of the game. 50 illustrations.

ODIUM

Author : Frank McManus
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781312175006

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ODIUM by Frank McManus Pdf

Lost in time and dimension, is an island known as Odium. It is said that this land called Odium holds the keys to our existence, our past, and our future. To find the island and rediscover its secrets will bring about a time of great prosperity, wonderment, and peace upon the land. However, through the millennia all of the charts and records to Odium have been lost. All that remains are the stories that elders tell to their young at bedtime. Hence, Odium was to remain forever a myth, a story told to children, or so we were led to believe... This is the tale of two extraordinary explorers who never gave up and dared to challenge reality and their own awareness in order to rediscover Odium. For the good of the many, on the hopes of a few, they embarked.

The Lifter of My Head

Author : Susan McRoberts
Publisher : Tate Publishing
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2007-07
Category : Depressed persons
ISBN : 9781602473133

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The Lifter of My Head by Susan McRoberts Pdf

"The Lifter of My Head" offers medical guidance and spiritual insight to women who may be plagued with this disorder. Sue explains in her memoir, the phases of illness, recovery, and the scriptures that sustained her throughout her healing.

Parody as Film Genre

Author : Wes D. Gehring
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1999-09-30
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780313003530

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Parody as Film Genre by Wes D. Gehring Pdf

Parody is the least appreciated of all film comedy genres and receives little serious attention, even among film fans. This study elevates parody to mainstream significance. A historical overview places the genre in context, and a number of basic parody components, which better define the genre and celebrate its value, are examined. Parody is differentiated from satire, and the two parody types, traditional and reaffirmation, are explained. Chapters study the most spoofed genre in American parody history, the Western; pantheon members of American Film Comedy such as The Marx Brothers, W. C. Fields, Mae West, and Laurel and Hardy; pivotal parody artists, Bob Hope and Woody Allen; Mel Brooks, whose name is often synonymous with parody; and finally, parody in the 1990s. Films discussed include Destry Rides Again (1939), The Road to Utopia (1945), My Favorite Brunette (1947), The Paleface (1948), Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969), Blazing Saddles (1974), Young Frankenstein (1974), Hot Shots! Part Deux (1993) and Scream (1996). This examination of parody will appeal to scholars and students of American film and film comedy, as well as those interested in the specific comedians discussed and the Western genre. Gehring's work will also find a place in American pop culture studies and sociological studies of the period from the 1920s to the 1990s. The book is carefully documented and includes a selected bibliography and filmography.

The World's Best National Parks in 500 Walks

Author : Mary Caperton Morton
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2022-02-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781667200064

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The World's Best National Parks in 500 Walks by Mary Caperton Morton Pdf

An inspiring and practical reference guide for hikers of all abilities who want to explore the world’s national parks. Ever since Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872 as the world’s first national park, the movement to preserve natural landscapes and habitats has spread to every continent. The World’s Best National Parks in 500 Walks is the perfect inspiration for every explorer, from the armchair traveler to the veteran hiker, with full-color photos and vivid descriptions of some of the world’s most spectacular hiking trails. Helpful tips on navigating the routes, planning your trips, and preparing for encounters with wildlife will have you lacing up your boots and strapping on your backpack, whether it’s for a short weekday stroll or a multiday expedition on the world’s most breathtaking trails.

The Unofficial Princess Bride Cookbook

Author : Cassandra Reeder
Publisher : Becker & Mayer
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2023-04-04
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780760377567

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The Unofficial Princess Bride Cookbook by Cassandra Reeder Pdf

The Unofficial Princess Bride Cookbook celebrates the 35th anniversary of the iconic movie with fun trivia and 50 food and drink recipes from its most memorable scenes.

Lives, a Portfolio

Author : Barry Eysman
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2010-02-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780557304714

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Lives, a Portfolio by Barry Eysman Pdf

One word, plastic. Kidding. One word, connections. The stories, zany; the titles rhyme. Humans trying to tie everything together. Our portfolio includes an Easter boy and the crazed egg caper. A lizard man and more on the way. Waiter, there's an eye in my martini. And surprises in Orb's lab. Flies use their 'branes. Macy's Christmas window gets soaped. Ants get philosophical. There are Sing Sing criminals, and King Kong down to the Sweetie Burger. Love lasts forever. Yeah, well. Summer giggles; autumn ashes. The secret of an old friend I'm not thrilled to tell you. So, open the book, let the denizens breathe. It's getting cramped in there. And lonely. Kind of worrisome, and they have stuff to say. Okay?

The Princess Bride

Author : William Goldman
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780151015443

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The Princess Bride by William Goldman Pdf

A writer's views on life and art are revealed in his effort to edit the children's classic that shaped his literary ambitions.

Love & Luck

Author : Jenna Evans Welch
Publisher : Simon Pulse
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2019-06-04
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781534401013

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Love & Luck by Jenna Evans Welch Pdf

A New York Times bestseller From the author of the New York Times bestselling Love & Gelato comes a heartwarming tale of a road trip through Ireland filled with love, adventure, and the true meaning behind the word family. Addie is visiting Ireland for her aunt’s over-the-top destination wedding and hoping she can stop thinking about the one thing she did that left her miserable and heartbroken—and threatens her future. But her brother, Ian, isn’t about to let her forget, and his constant needling leads to arguments and even a fistfight between the two once inseparable siblings. Miserable, Addie can’t wait to visit her friend in Italy and leave her brother—and her problems—behind. So when Addie discovers an unusual guidebook, Ireland for the Heartbroken, hidden in the dusty shelves of the hotel library, she’s able to finally escape her anxious mind and Ian’s criticism. And then their travel plans change. Suddenly Addie finds herself on a whirlwind tour of the Emerald Isle, trapped in the world’s smallest vehicle with Ian and his admittedly cute, Irish-accented friend Rowan. As the trio journeys over breathtaking green hills, past countless castles, and through a number of fairy-tale forests, Addie hopes her guidebook will heal not only her broken heart, but also her shattered relationship with her brother. That is if they don’t get completely lost along the way.

Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way

Author : Neil Jackman
Publisher : Gill & Macmillan Ltd
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-11
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781788410434

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Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way by Neil Jackman Pdf

Boasting ancient tombs, atmospheric castles and sacred retreats, the Wild Atlantic Way is alive with treasures to explore. Beginning in Kinsale, Neil Jackman guides us northwards to visit his top 100 heritage sites. From 350-million-year-old footprints on Valentia Island to vestiges of the more recent past like the cottage of 1916 revolutionary Patrick Pearse, you will discover the stories behind the dramatic scenery. Here is everything you need to know about the history of iconic landscapes like the Cliffs of Moher and the Ring of Kerry, as well as lesser-known delights like the monastic site at Reask in County Kerry and the Doonfeeny Standing Stone in County Mayo. For those who want to get off the beaten track, there are trips to islands like Scattery, Inishmurray and, of course, the breathtaking Skellig Michael. This engaging and practical guide is an essential companion for any explorer wishing to dig deeper and discover the gems of this spectacular landscape.

Words Between Worlds

Author : John Dominelli
Publisher : FriesenPress
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2023-11-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781039124127

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Words Between Worlds by John Dominelli Pdf

In 1974, when John Dominelli was twenty years old, he left his home in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, on what he originally thought would be a six-month “working holiday” in New Zealand. However, not long into his journey, feeling the seductive pull of the vast and mysterious world, what started as a planned sojourn eventually turned into an epic three-year spiritual odyssey, taking him from New Zealand to Australia, Asia, India, Europe, and many points between. John’s journey was interrupted and enriched by a psycho-emotional “meltdown,” two serious illnesses, a powerful psychedelic interlude with psilocybin mushrooms, and a mystical encounter with Nisargadatta Maharaj, the now well-known sage from Bombay. An epic coming-of-age memoir that is part love letter to a bygone age and part inspirational text, stirring a desire in readers to seek out a life less ordinary.

The Tea Dragon Society

Author : K. O'Neill
Publisher : Oni Press
Page : 75 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-18
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781620104415

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The Tea Dragon Society by K. O'Neill Pdf

From the award-winning author of Princess Princess Ever After comes The Tea Dragon Society, a charming all-ages book that follows the story of Greta, a blacksmith apprentice, and the people she meets as she becomes entwined in the enchanting world of tea dragons. After discovering a lost tea dragon in the marketplace, Greta learns about the dying art form of tea dragon care-taking from the kind tea shop owners, Hesekiel and Erik. As she befriends them and their shy ward, Minette, Greta sees how the craft enriches their lives--and eventually her own.