The intoxicating message of Khayyam’s famous Ruba‘iyyat created an image of exotic Orientalism in the West but, as author Mehdi Aminrazavi reveals, Khayyam’s achievements went far beyond the intoxicating message within these verses. Philosopher, mathematician, scientist, and mystic – his many different identities are examined here in detail, creating a coherent picture of this complex and often misunderstood figure.
In Wine Wisdom, Certified Sommelier Magandeep Singh Takes Wine Off The Snob Table And Puts It In A Handy Brown Bag For All To Relish. With The Irrepressible Passion He Reserves For His Favourite Beverage, Magan Leads You Through The Simple Methods Of Classifying Wine To The Intricate Process Of Tasting It (Complete With Instructions On What To Say, When To Say It And When To Simply Raise Your Eyebrows And Keep Your Lips Sealed). He Demystifies Wine Labels And Restaurant Wine Lists, Gives Practical Tips On Ordering The Perfect Wine For A Magical Evening (Together With A Phonetic Guide To Pronouncing The Names So You Can Impress Your Guests), And Advises You On The Best Way To Uncork A Bottle Without Causing Any Unfortunate Spills. This Indispensable Book Also Includes: " The History Of Wine Drinking And Changing Trends In India And Across The World " A Comprehensive List Of The Major Wine Brands Currently Available In India, As Well As The Ones To Look Out For If You Re Shopping Abroad " The Basic Rules Of Serving Wine Temperatures, Glassware And Perfect Pairings Of Indian Cuisine And Wine And Storing It " A Reference List Of Wine-Related Terms And Their Definitions Quirky Anecdotes, Essential Facts And Figures And Invaluable Advice Wine Wisdom Packs In All You Need, Whether You Re A Wine Lover, Or Want, Simply, To Be Party-Trained
Simon Drew would like to be considered a very wise man. His evidence is that wise men drink wine and nobody could be more dedicated to prolonging this state of (dis)graceful wisdom than Simon. He is certain that wine is an excellent aid to inspiration for his word plays, puzzles and drawings. For Simon, less is never more. More is always more. Less is always less. This is more or less true. Such wisdom comes to him after several glasses of wine. Simon has produced this book with due reverence to all viticulturists, vintners, publicans, restaurateurs, bon viveurs and to the god Bacchus and hopes to demonstrate that the way of the wise man is the path through the vineyard. He is fond of quoting a saying oft repeated by his grand-mother (a reformed Methodist and born-again drinker): I have no pain now, mother dear, but oh I am so dry! Connect me to the vintner's tap and leave me here to die (or words to that effect). So enjoy the book. Simon suggests you open a bottle of St Emilion, put your feet up, abandon all hope of good sense and read in a disorderly manner. AUTHOR: Simon Drew lives in Dartmouth, England, with his wife, Caroline, and his dog, Rabbit. He works mainly in pen and ink, making fiendishly inventive drawings of everyday objects, birds and animals embellished with devious rhymes and word play. His work is widely acclaimed and exhibited, and is already the subject of numerous books. Drew's designs are also incorporated into a wide variety of stationery and accessories ranging from cards, mugs, t-shirts and aprons. A selection of Simon's work can be found at: simondrew.co.uk 50 colour illustrations
Would-be wine connoisseurs will not only learn how to recognize and enjoy a good vintage from this informative guide, they'll also gain a terrific repertoire of sparkling conversation. They'll understand the difference between aroma and bouquet, and organic and biodynamic. They'll master classic wine recipes, from Coq au Vin to Beef Bourguignon, and find out how to give a toast in 20 different languages. And they'll be able to dazzle their companions with apt wine quotations by famous authors from Omar Khayyam to Oscar Wilde. It's all charmingly illustrated with cartoons, wine labels, and other fascinating wine-related artwork.
"Most of us live a life of unprecedented abundance. No matter what our income level, walls of security and distraction inevitably insulate us from the poor or anyone else who might threaten our comfortable life. Yet despite our trappings of wealth--or perhaps because of them--we continue to experience a spiritual hunger for something deeper and more meaningful. In a surprising solution to that hunger, Jesus invites us to utilize our wealth and our talents to create Kingdom relationships, beginning right in our own communities. To tear down the walls, bother literal and cultural, separating God's children in our neighborhoods and across the globe. To experience a life of joy and fulfillment. In Junkyard Wisdom, Roy Goble shares what's waiting for us on the other side of complacency: an abundant future we can only reach together."--Back cover.
John Roedel is a comic, husband and father of three boys based in Wyoming who began talking with "God" in 2015 on Facebook about his ongoing faith crisis. What began as a flippant way of making light of his doubts in the Divine turned into something he wasn't at all prepared for: God wrote back. Since creating the popular "Hey God. Hey John." blog on Facebook three years ago, John has tackled such topics as his journey to mental health wellness, his lack of faith, the joy and pain of raising a child with autism, and grief, all in the form of a simple conversation with God.
Most books of spirituality are far removed from intellectual rigor, and most books of philosophy are as dry as old bones. This volume seeks to bridge the gap. The author invites his readers to view the modern world through philosophical eyes as he relates Plato's words to issues such as friendship, human -rights, education, sexuality, bio-ethics and politics. Plato's words are quoted throughout the text; along with those of other thinkers such as Origen, Aquinas, King Charles I of England, Neitzche, Popper, Benedict XVI, and even Voldemort - the villain of the Harry Potter books.
