The Wisdom Of The Shire

Author : Noble Smith
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2012-10-30
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781250026415

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The Wisdom of the Shire by Noble Smith Pdf

In The Wisdom of the Shire, Noble Smith sheds a light on the life-changing ideas tucked away inside the classic works of J. R. R. Tolkien and his most beloved creation—the stouthearted Hobbits. How can simple pleasures such as gardening, taking long walks, and eating delicious meals with friends make you significantly happier? Why is the act of giving presents on your birthday instead of getting them such a revolutionary idea? What should you do when dealing with the Gollum in your life? And how can we carry the burden of our own "magic ring of power" without becoming devoured by it? The Wisdom of the Shire holds the answers to these and more of life's essential questions.

Author : Wayne G. Hammond,Christina Scull
Publisher : William Morrow
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Art
ISBN : 0544636341

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The Art of The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien by Wayne G. Hammond,Christina Scull Pdf

Tolkien's complete artwork for "The Lord of the Rings," presented for the first time in celebration of its 60th anniversary, includes more than 180 sketches, drawings, paintings, maps, and plans, more than half of which have not been previously published.--

Author : Noble Smith
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2013-06-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250025579

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Sons of Zeus by Noble Smith Pdf

The first entry in an epic series, set during the fifth-century BC war between Athens and Sparta, finds Plataea resident Nikias dreaming of glory in the Olympic games, only to find himself leading a ragtag band of defenders in the wake of a surprise attack.

Author : Noble Smith
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2014-06-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250026439

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Spartans at the Gates: A Novel by Noble Smith Pdf

The Peloponnesian War has begun. An army of merciless Spartan invaders have arrived at the gates of Plataea, bent on obliterating the independent city-state and its inhabitants. Plataea's oldest allies, the Athenians, are spread too thin in their own campaigns to send help. Cut off and alone, the Plataeans have dug in behind their high walls for the coming attack, while the tyrannical Spartans prepare to lay siege. On a rugged mountain road, a young Plataean warrior named Nikias rides to Athens on an urgent quest. He carries with him a bag of ill-gotten gold, hoping to raise an army of mercenaries to help defend his citadel from the Spartan assault. But in the sprawling stronghold of Athens, Nikias encounters perils that prove to be more dangerous than those he has faced on the battlefield. Noble Smith's Spartans at the Gates transports us to the dawn of one of history's most famous wars--a fight that would tear apart the great powers of ancient Greece.

Author : Stephen Batchelor
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2020-02-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780300252279

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The Art of Solitude by Stephen Batchelor Pdf

In a time of social distancing and isolation, a meditation on the beauty of solitude from renowned Buddhist writer Stephen Batchelor “Whatever a soul is, the author goes a long way toward soothing it. A very welcome instance of philosophy that can help readers live a good life.”—Kirkus Reviews “Elegant and formally ingenious.”—Geoff Wisner, Wall Street Journal When world renowned Buddhist writer Stephen Batchelor turned sixty, he took a sabbatical from his teaching and turned his attention to solitude, a practice integral to the meditative traditions he has long studied and taught. He aimed to venture more deeply into solitude, discovering its full extent and depth. This beautiful literary collage documents his multifaceted explorations. Spending time in remote places, appreciating and making art, practicing meditation and participating in retreats, drinking peyote and ayahuasca, and training himself to keep an open, questioning mind have all contributed to Batchelor’s ability to be simultaneously alone and at ease. Mixed in with his personal narrative are inspiring stories from solitude’s devoted practitioners, from the Buddha to Montaigne, from Vermeer to Agnes Martin. In a hyperconnected world that is at the same time plagued by social isolation, this book shows how to enjoy the inescapable solitude that is at the heart of human life.

Author : Peter Kreeft
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2009-09-03
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781681495316

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The Philosophy of Tolkien by Peter Kreeft Pdf

While nothing can equal or replace the adventure in reading ; Tolkienಙs masterwork, The Lord of the ; Rings, Peter Kreeft says that the journey into its ; underlying philosophy can be another exhilarating ; adventure. Thus, Kreeft takes the reader on a voyage ; of discovery into the philosophical bones of Middle earth. ; He organizes the philosophical themes in The Lord of the ; Rings into 50 categories, accompanied by over 1,000 ; references to the text of Lord.Since many of the great ; questions of philosophy are included in the 50-theme ; outline, this book can also be read as an engaging ; introduction to philosophy. For each of the philosophical ; topics in Lord, Kreeft presents tools by which they can be ; understood. Illustrated.

Author : John Ronald Reuel Tolkien,Christina Scull
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 571 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780007203581

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The Fellowship of the Ring by John Ronald Reuel Tolkien,Christina Scull Pdf

'The Fellowship of the Ring' is the first part of JRR Tolkien's epic masterpiece 'The Lord of the Rings'. This 50th anniversary edition features special packaging and includes the definitive edition of the text.|PB

Author : Joseph Loconte
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2015-06-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780718021771

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A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War by Joseph Loconte Pdf

Had there been no Great War, there would have been no Hobbit, no Lord of the Rings, no Narnia, and perhaps no conversion to Christianity by C. S. Lewis. The First World War laid waste to a continent and brought about the end of innocence—and the end of faith. Unlike a generation of young writers who lost faith in the God of the Bible, however, J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis found that the Great War deepened their spiritual quest. Both men served as soldiers on the Western Front, survived the trenches, and used the experience of that conflict to ignite their Christian imagination. Tolkien and Lewis produced epic stories infused with the themes of guilt and grace, sorrow and consolation. Giving an unabashedly Christian vision of hope in a world tortured by doubt and disillusionment, the two writers created works that changed the course of literature and shaped the faith of millions. This is the first book to explore their work in light of the spiritual crisis sparked by the conflict.

Author : John Garth
Publisher : White Lion Publishing
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2020-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780711241275

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Tolkien's Worlds by John Garth Pdf

An expertly written investigation of the places that shaped the work of one of the world's best loved authors, exploring the relationship between worlds real and fantastical.

Author : Ethan Gilsdorf
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2010-09-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780762766789

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Fantasy Freaks and Gaming Geeks by Ethan Gilsdorf Pdf

An amazing journey through the thriving worlds of fantasy and gaming What could one man find if he embarked on a journey through fantasy world after fantasy world? In an enthralling blend of travelogue, pop culture analysis, and memoir, forty-year-old former D&D addict Ethan Gilsdorf crisscrosses America, the world, and other worlds—from Boston to New Zealand, and Planet Earth to the realm of Aggramar. “For anyone who has ever spent time within imaginary realms, the book will speak volumes. For those who have not, it will educate and enlighten.” —Wired.com “Gandalf's got nothing on Ethan Gilsdorf, except for maybe the monster white beard. In his new book, Fantasy Freaks and Gaming Geeks, Gilsdorf . . . offers an epic quest for reality within a realm of magic.” —Boston Globe “Imagine this: Lord of the Rings meets Jack Kerouac's On the Road.” —National Public Radio's “Around and About” “What does it mean to be a geek? . . . Fantasy Freaks and Gaming Geeks tackles that question with strength and dexterity. . . . part personal odyssey, part medieval mid-life crisis, and part wide-ranging survey of all things freaky and geeky . . . playful . . . funny and poignant. . . . It's a fun ride and it poses a question that goes to the very heart of fantasy, namely: What does the urge to become someone else tell us about ourselves?” —Huffington Post

Author : Anne Marie Gazzolo
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2012-10-11
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781449769673

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Moments of Grace and Spiritual Warfare in The Lord of the Rings by Anne Marie Gazzolo Pdf

In J. R. R. Tolkien’s desire to create a mythology for his homeland, he actually made one for every person, every land, and every age. The Lordof the Rings is a catechism of spiritual warfare cleverly disguised as a fantasy. The struggle against evil that takes place inside its pages is the same one that occurs even now within the soul of each person. As we cannot leave the field of battle until death takes us from it, we should learn as much as we can about how to fight from those who have labored before us. Certainly the Red Book of Westmarch is one source to use. We may not have to sacrifice ourselves as does Gandalf, but we can learn from him and his wise counsels and from the others who he taught. Frodo guides us as well, as he makes his torturous journey to Mount Doom and endures the Ring’s unceasing temptations. With him, we see that sometimes we overcome our temptations, and at other times they overwhelm us. We also learn, as he and Boromir do, to get back up and start the struggle anew. Sam shows us the height of hope and the depth of devotion. In fact, everyone in the tale, good as well as evil, has something to teach us. Anne Marie Gazzolo hopes that you will find inspiration within to apply to your life.

Author : Jennifer Richard Jacobson
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2011-03-08
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780763654566

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Small as an Elephant by Jennifer Richard Jacobson Pdf

Jack’s mom is gone, leaving him all alone on a campsite in Maine. Can he find his way back to Boston before the authorities realize what happened? (Ages 10-14) Ever since Jack can remember, his mom has been unpredictable, sometimes loving and fun, other times caught in a whirlwind of energy and "spinning" wildly until it’s over. But Jack never thought his mom would take off during the night and leave him at a campground in Acadia National Park, with no way to reach her and barely enough money for food. Any other kid would report his mom gone, but Jack knows by now that he needs to figure things out for himself - starting with how to get from the backwoods of Maine to his home in Boston before DSS catches on. With nothing but a small toy elephant to keep him company, Jack begins the long journey south, a journey that will test his wits and his loyalties - and his trust that he may be part of a larger herd after all.

Author : Noble Smith,Carol Ingram
Publisher : Riverwood Books
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 188399182X

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Stolen from Gypsies by Noble Smith,Carol Ingram Pdf

Ambrogio Smythe, a hypochodriacal British nobleman, is obsessed by childhood memories of Gypsies. Ambrogio leaves his ancestral estate and makes his way to Florence, always aware of the lurking menace of the hated Napoleon Bonaparte. In Tuscany, Ambrogio meets a wondering storyteller, hears a magical yarn about a Gypsy babe kidnapped by a demon, buys a shred of parchment as evidence, and begins to write his own version of the saga, vowing one day to publish it in the finest Morocco leather. Noble Smith has created a historical comedy within a historical comedy that is as absurd and enjoyable as Monty Python's The Holy Grail and Goldman's The Princess Bride. The characters leap off the page in full costume.

Author : Louis Sachar
Publisher : Perfection Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1992-08
Category : Clubs
ISBN : 0812491734

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Sixth Grade Secrets by Louis Sachar Pdf

When Laura Sibbie starts a club called Pig City, she incites a near-war among her sixth-grade classmates and generates the creation of a rival club that has designs on Pig City's precious box of secrets.

Author : Pira Sudham
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 103 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Authors, Thai
ISBN : OCLC:26910128

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People of Esarn by Pira Sudham Pdf