The Land of the Setting Sun & Other Nature Tales
The Land of the Setting Sun & Other Nature Tales

Author: Arefa Tehsin

Publisher: The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 8179935337

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You must’ve read about the magic of the wizards. But have you read about the magic of the wild? Become friends with various wild creatures, know about their life-cycles and be a part of their adventurous and deadly journeys through these eight stories. • Will Ayan solve the six riddles and find his dead father’s treasure? What does a scorpion have to do with it? • For Madhu, the only way to take revenge on his class bully is to sacrifice a horned owl. What will be saved –Madhu’s respect or the owl? • The jungle has turned against Scarab, the dung beetle. Will he escape the murderous mob and find the Land of the Setting Sun? • What is the shocking secret that Gloaty, the wild goat, discovers of Pan, the God of the mountain wilds? These and more chilling and thrilling stories

The Setting Sun and the Rolling World
The Setting Sun and the Rolling World

Author: Charles Mungoshi

Publisher: Beacon Press

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 9780807083215

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Moving and provocative short stories that explore the strained relations between parent and child, husband an wife, brothers, and friends, as traditional values of rural Africa clash with ambitions of urban life.

A Poetics of Trauma
A Poetics of Trauma

Author: Ilana Szobel

Publisher: UPNE

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 1611683564

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Astute analysis of the work of a great Israeli poet through the lens of psychoanalysis, gender, nationalism, and trauma theory

The Orioles are Back and Other Stories Book in English- Chandrakanta
The Orioles are Back and Other Stories Book in English- Chandrakanta

Author: Chandrakanta

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2023-09-27

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9355620713

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Eminent writer Chandrakanta's writing's encompass both socio-economic and political situa- tions as they have repercussions on human life. She concentrates on the value system and humanism. Her writings include problems and ques- tions of identity of women and the less privileged, the effect of globali- sation, broken relationships and clashes between inner realities, hopes and dreams of people with outer harsh realities of the system. 'The Orioles are Back'&'Abbu had said' stories show case the human values. The effect & repercussions caused by militancy is portrayed in stories 'The black Snow', 'The Voice, 'The dispossessed' & 'Gasha Koul' Old age issues in changing times are dealt with philosophically in 'Exile' 'The dream of roses' and 'Rights for the departed' show the mirror to corruption in society. 'Amidst wrong people' is based on hopes, empathy and dreams of marginalised people. 'Lark in the heart' is based on aspirations and wish to connect with people dispassionately. Remaining stories like 'Thresh hold of justice' show the plight and sufferings of women suppressed under the societal superstitions. This collection of her stories has different shades and colours of society.

A Field Guide to Nature as Spiritual Practice
A Field Guide to Nature as Spiritual Practice

Author: Steven Chase

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2011-05-17

Total Pages: 157

ISBN-13: 0802866522

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Steven Chase s innovative On Earth As it Is uses a compelling blend of theological, scriptural, historical, and cultural discussions to reclaim the role of nature in the formation of Christian spiritual and moral identity. His thought-provoking creation practices will lead readers into more profound knowledge of themselves and their Creator, guide them to greater compassion for their neighbors, instill in them reverence for and companionship with nature, and awaken in them a greater commitment to creation care. · Encourages Christians to read the Bible, pray, and worship out of doors. · Demonstrates the power of nature to soothe and heal the soul. · Advocates befriending God s creation as a crucial element in Christian growth. · Show how the Bible is full of natural images and how nature itself can function as a holy text, testifying to the glory of God. Offers stories, anecdotes, research, scriptural tie-ins, practical advice, and contemplative exercises to help readers experience God in nature.

Selected Stories of Henry David Thoreau
Selected Stories of Henry David Thoreau

Author: Henry David Thoreau

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2021-01-19

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13:

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Selected Stories of Henry David Thoreau by Henry David Thoreau: A captivating collection of Thoreau's most cherished essays and stories, showcasing his deep reverence for nature, individualism, and introspection. From "Walden" to "Civil Disobedience," these selected writings offer readers a glimpse into Thoreau's unique perspective on life, society, and the pursuit of simplicity and truth. Key Aspects of the Book "Selected Stories of Henry David Thoreau": Nature and Transcendentalism: Thoreau's writings emphasize his profound connection with nature and the transcendentalist belief in the inherent goodness of humanity and nature. Social Critique: The collection includes Thoreau's thought-provoking essays that question societal norms and advocate for individual freedom and conscience. Philosophical Reflections: Thoreau's contemplative prose invites readers to ponder existential questions and embrace a simpler, more intentional way of life. Henry David Thoreau was an American essayist, poet, and philosopher associated with the transcendentalist movement. Born in 1817, Thoreau's belief in living in harmony with nature and his commitment to civil disobedience as a form of protest greatly influenced later generations of thinkers and activists. Selected Stories of Henry David Thoreau presents a curated collection of his works, reflecting the author's profound connection with the natural world and his enduring impact on American literature and philosophy.