How are you living your life? Fully enjoying every moment? Does your day-to-day existence here on planet earth seem fulfilling, purposeful? Or, do you find yourself questioning what it's really all about, looking for a deeper meaning, wondering where we are all headed? Could we all possibly be having a grand time in life without even knowing it? It All Serves: A Look at Boundless Living takes everyday events and turns them inside out. Home and hearth, work and play, time and memories come under the microscope, explored in a collection of vignettes that twist conventional thinking and open the heart. Author Rebecca Berryman writes with a light heart, gliding from theme to theme, concept to concept, bringing fresh insights to every page. Both humorous and moving, It All Serves is a picturesque backroads route to the truth you already know and the faith you yearn to rediscover.
"R.F. Delderfield is a born storyteller." — Sunday Mirror To Serve Them All My Days is the moving saga of David Powlett-Jones, who returns from World War I injured and shell-shocked. He is hired to teach history at Bamfylde School, where he rejects the formal curriculum and teaches the causes and consequences of the Great War. Eventually David earns the respect of his students and many of his fellow teachers, against the backdrop of a country struggling to redefine itself. As David falls in love and finds himself on track to possibly take on the headmaster role, he must search to find the strength to hold true to his beliefs as the specter of another great war looms. To Serve Them All My Days is a brilliant picture of England between the World Wars, as the country comes to terms with the horrors of the Great War and the new forces reshaping the British government and society. Subject of a Landmark BBC Miniseries Includes Bonus Reading Group Guide WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: "Mr. Delderfield's manner is easy, modest, heartwarming."—Evening Standard "He built an imposing artistic social history that promises to join those of his great forebears in the long, noble line of the English novel. His narratives belong in a tradition that goes back to John Galsworthy and Arnold Bennett."—Life Magazine "Sheer, wonderful storytelling."—Chicago Tribune "Highly recommended. Combines tension with a splendid sense of atmosphere and vivid characterisation. An excellent read." —Sunday Express
Reimagining American Education to Serve All Our Children: Why Should We Educate in a Democracy? examines and reevaluates the history and purpose of public education in the United States, in order to provide students of current and future generations with a robust and fulfilling learning experience. The authors approach knowledge from a critical perspective, with the intention of broadening the definition of knowledge and critical thinking, positioning education as a gateway to life’s endless possibilities and participation in a democratic society. In asking "why should we educate in a democracy rather than why do we educate in a democracy," the authors suggest directions that need to be taken to enhance democracy, social justice, and the positive effects of education for all. Divided into ten concise chapters, this volume provides activities and strategies for developing meaning for often contentious concepts, illustrates concepts, and brings together new ideas as well as assessment ideas. Greenblatt and Michelli and their coauthors cover a diverse range of important topics allowing us to understand education in a democracy, including: Sociopolitical barriers to knowledge The importance of all subjects, including the arts, health and physical education Methods of fostering imaginative thinking The political nature of the effects of policies on education Reimagining American Education to Serve All Our Children aims to provide practicing teachers, teacher educators, graduate education students—and all those interested in enhancing education, a discussion on the relationship between education and policy. A topical conversation, this book aids readers to develop a better understanding of the effects of social justice on American learners and the effects of education on social justice and democracy in order to take a position on these critical issues.
George J. Kappeler's 'Modern American Drinks: How to Mix and Serve All Kinds of Cups and Drinks' is a comprehensive guide to the art of mixology in the late 19th century. Written in a clear and concise style, the book provides detailed recipes for a wide variety of cocktails, punches, and other beverages popular during the time period. Kappeler's work stands out for its meticulous attention to detail and innovative approach to drink-making, showcasing the evolving taste preferences of American drinkers in the Gilded Age. This book serves as both a valuable historical document and a practical resource for aspiring mixologists interested in reviving classic recipes. Kappeler's expertise shines through in his precise instructions and insightful commentary on the art of drink-making. Readers will appreciate his dedication to preserving the cultural significance of American beverages from the late 1800s.
A Study Guide and a Teacher’s Manual Gospel Principles was written both as a personal study guide and as a teacher’s manual. As you study it, seeking the Spirit of the Lord, you can grow in your understanding and testimony of God the Father, Jesus Christand His Atonement, and the Restoration of the gospel. You can find answers to life’s questions, gain an assurance of your purpose and self-worth, and face personal and family challenges with faith.
Established in 1911, The Rotarian is the official magazine of Rotary International and is circulated worldwide. Each issue contains feature articles, columns, and departments about, or of interest to, Rotarians. Seventeen Nobel Prize winners and 19 Pulitzer Prize winners – from Mahatma Ghandi to Kurt Vonnegut Jr. – have written for the magazine.
