<div> Is the charismatic guru a liberator or pied piper? Psychologist and guru expert André van der Braak analyzes the dangerous aspects of the relationship between the guru and his students and explains their appeal. He then uses examples to differentiate between healthy and unhealthy charisma. The last part of the book guides the reader to more healthy forms of discipleship and concludes with a quick guide for knowing whetheryour guru is leading you down the wrong track. André van der Braak, PhD, lived in the spiritual community of American guru Andrew Cohen, as documented in his compelling memoirEnlightenment Blues. </div>

Gurus & Charisma

Andre Van Der Braak,Andr Van Der Braak,Andra(c) Van Der Braak,Andre Van Der Braak

History

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A mom and little girl finally decide to get a dog... Now the search is on for the perfect one! This one is cute, but too big. That one is sweet, but too loud. This one is nice, but too slobbery! The search takes this family through kennels and pet stores, on a quest for the dog of their dreams.

Searching for Cassady

Children's Books

Moore, Anne

Animals

A collection of journal comics by popular cartoonist Lucy Knisley.

Radiator Days

Comics & Graphic Novels

Knisley, Lucy

Graphic Novels

Mooji, as he is affectionately known to his students, is a spiritual teacher of self-realization. Through dialog, such as that captured in this, his first book, he skillfully leads his listeners to an expanded understanding of themselves which is based on direct experience rather than concepts or beliefs. Moojis teachings offer a simple spiritual technique that can be practiced by anyone of any faith or no faith. Though Mooji considers himself a direct disciple of Papaji, the father of the neo-advaita movement now very popular in the West (Adyanshanti, Gangaji), his teachings bear more of a resemblance to Papajis master Ramana Maharshi.

Before I Am: Dialogues With Mooji: the Direct Recognition of Our Original Self

MOOJI

Religion & Spirituality

Lizzie Velásquez, born with a rare medical condition, opens her soul and shares her remarkable story, giving us an inspiring testimony. This book, whether read by an individual or shared as a group, becomes a tool to discover that beauty is unique to each of us. Includes over 50 color photographs of Lizzie and her family. A sampling of messages Lizzie has received from around the world: Dear Lizzie, I am pregnant right now for the first time and want to teach my future child how to respect and see beauty in everyone. For the last few weeks, I've been wondering how I'm going to do that. I think your book will help me. Your parents did an excellent job because you seem very strong and sure of yourself. Hopefully, my child will be too! -Jessica Lizzie, I am from South America where it is difficult to achieve goals. My problems are nothing compared to yours. But if you can do it, I can too. I will pray with all my heart you finally receive a proper diagnosis. You've inspired me! -Miguel Hi Lizzie, Wow, I admire your courage. You have a great attitude! It makes me feel ashamed for ever feeling sorry for myself. You really inspire me. Keep it up, Lizzie! -Emily Dear Lizzie, Just want to let you know how much I respect you. I am 21 years old and have never watched anyone my own age with as much courage and heart as yourself. Wish you the very best in the future. -Nicholas Lizzie, I am a 30 year old woman from the U.K.. You sure are a fighter and you help me fight a little more too. I'm dealing with depression and sometimes life seems too hard for me. When I read your story, I knew that I - too - have to fight. I wish the best for you and hope all your dreams come true. -Helen Dear Lizzie, You look so thankful, so happy. How do you do it? I'm so glad there are still people like you in the world. -Monika

Lizzie Beautiful. The Lizzie Velásquez story

Biographies & Memoirs

Lizzie Velásquez

Rita Velásquez

Cynthia Lee

Lina Cuartas

Community & Culture

¡Deja de mirar y comienza a aprender! Lizzie Velásquez nos abre su alma y comparte su extraordinaria historia, ofreciéndonos un testimonio lleno de inspiración. Este libro, bien sea leído por un individuo o compartido por un grupo, constituye una herramienta para descubrir que la belleza es única en cada uno de nosotros. Una colección de mensajes que Lizzie ha recibido de deferentes partes del mundo: Querida Lizzie: Estoy embarazada por pirmera vez en mi vida y quiero enseñarle a mi hijo a respetar y a ver la belleza en cada persona. Durante las últimas semanas, me preguntaba cómo lo haría. Creo que tu libro me ayudará. Tus padres hicieron un trabajo excelente porque tú eres fuerte y segura de ti misma. Espero que mi hijo también lo sera. -Jessica Lizzie: Soy de Sur América, donde es difícil lograr lo que te propones. Mis problemas no son nada comparados con los tuyos. Pero si tú lo lograste, yo también puedo. Oraré con todo mi corazón para que al fin obtengas un diagnóstico. ¡Tú me has inspirado! -Miguel Hola Lizzie: ¡Wow! Admiro tu valentía. Tienes una gran actitud. Me siento avergonzada de haberme sentido digna de compasión alguna vez. Tú me inspiras. ¡Continúa tu gran labor, Lizzie! -Emily Querida Lizzie: Sólo quería hacerte saber cuánto te respeto. Tengo 21 años y y nunca he visto a alguien de mi misma edad con tanto coraje y corazón como tú. Te deseo lo major en el futuro. -Nicholas Lizzie, Soy una mujer de 30 años del Reino Unido. Tú eres una guerrera y me ayudas a batallar un poco más a mí también. A veces me enfrento a la depresión y la vida parece demasiado dura para mí. Cuando leí tu historia, supe que yo también tengo que luchar. Te deseo lo major y espero que todos tus sueños se hagan realidad. -Helen Querida Lizzie: Te ves tan agradecida, tan feliz. ¿Cómo lo haces? Estoy tan contenta de que aún haya gente como tú en el mundo. -Mónika

Lizzie Bellisima: La historia de Lizzie Velasquez (Spanish Edition)

Lee, Cynthia

Velasquez, Lizzie

Velasquez, Rita

Cuartas, Lina

Professionals & Academics

Mr Brainfright says: It's important to keep a sense of humour at all times, especially when you're being ripped apart by a lion.Mr Brainfright is a teacher at Northwest Southeast Central School. He teaches Grade Five and in his class is a student called Henry McThrottle who likes telling stories. That's me. I'm Henry McThrottle and this is my latest story. It's about an evil pencil, a runaway lion, an avalanche and falling out of windows. I hope you like it.

Poached Dreams

Literature & Fiction

Lonergan, James

Poetry

After spending a year looking on the bright side (Radical Sentimentality), and another cocooned in the company of cats (Purr), journalist James Servin takes on a twenty-four month poetry project documenting the pursuit of love, flirtation and infatuation, featuring Michael Stipe, Sting, Rupert Everett, Tatum O'Neal, Taye Diggs, a kiss from a bum, a persistent ghost from the past, drama with a Starbucks barista and more. Servin's writing has recently appeared in Elle Decor, House Beautiful, Family Circle and The London Observer.

Lovestruck

Servin, James

"Dudes of War" is an enlightening and uncensored introduction to modern American soldier culture. As told through personal vignettes of men serving in Afghanistan, this revealing account of life on the bases and in the hootches explores the good times and bad habits of today's soldier at war. From the pranks and humor and heartbreaks, to the hobbies, lingo,and vices, "Dudes of War" is a no-holds-barred tour of life down range. "Tupper is a sharp, honest guy...He's no meathead, but he's still a dude" - Newsweek.com " Tupper deploys a razor wit and an unusual level of sensitivity and compassion towards profiling the men of his combat unit while in Afghanistan. "Dudes of War" is a fantastic glimpse into the lives of soldiers in Afghanistan." - Johnny Rico, Author, Blood Makes the Grass Grow Green

Dudes of War

Benjamin, Tupper

Leaders & Notable People

The true story of a five year old girl left in charge of her two  baby sisters in a snowbound cabin in the Quebec woods,  Rose-Aimee's memoir is a tale of survival and spirit.  Rose-Aimee relives her childhood in the backwoods. She  inhabited a tiny log cabin deep in the forest. Her family lived as  pioneer woods people lived centuries before-growing, gathering  their food; they survived by the heat of a fire; the light of an oil  lamp, the laundry froze on the line. This instant classic evokes the  "Little House" books of Laura Ingalls Wilder and lingers in one's  mind long after the snow and the sucre a la crème melt.  "Rose Aimee is a literary discovery. She conjures a backwoods  childhood so real, I could smell the pine resin, the wood smoke,  the scent of summer raspberries. With her unique style and warmth,  she escorts the reader into her past; a time and place which, even  with its hardships, I never wished to leave. Families lived differently  then; they were left with only one another for survival; entertainment.  Children were not wired to videos and cell phones; they  diverted themselves with home-made dolls and the fire lit shadows  on their log cabin wall. Her story is all the sweeter for its hard-won  pleasures. Savor."  -Laura Shaine Cunningham, author of  Sleeping Arrangements and A Place in the Country.  ABOUT THE AUTHOR:  Rose-Aimee grew up as described in this book, in the  Quebec backwoods. She is now a writer, living with her  husband, in Manchester, New Hampshire.

Wander: Memories of a Quebec Backwoods Girlhood

Rose-Aimee

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