For the misfortunes, downfalls and wounds. For all the adversity, mishap and tragedy. May we all find the point where we can wipe our tears, and proudly say, “We are the lucky ones.”
The Humanity of Private Law presents a new way of thinking about English private law. Making a decisive break from earlier views of private law, which saw private law as concerned with wealth-maximisation or preserving relationships of mutual independence between its subjects, the author argues that English private law's core concern is the flourishing of its subjects. THIS VOLUME - presents a critique of alternative explanations of private law; - defines and sets out the key building blocks of private law; - sets out the vision of human flourishing (the RP) that English private law has in mind in seeking to promote its subjects' flourishing; - shows how various features of English private law are fine-tuned to ensure that its subjects enjoy a flourishing existence, according to the vision of human flourishing provided by the RP; - explains how other features of English private law are designed to preserve private law's legitimacy while it pursues its core concern of promoting human flourishing; - defends the view of English private law presented here against arguments that it does not adequately fit the rules and doctrines of private law, or that it is implausible to think that English private law is concerned with promoting human flourishing. A follow-up volume will question whether the RP is correct as an account of what human flourishing involves, and consider what private law would look like if it sought to give effect to a more authentic vision of human flourishing. The Humanity of Private Law is essential reading for students, academics and judges who are interested in understanding private law in common law jurisdictions, and for anyone interested in the nature and significance of human flourishing.
For centuries the belief that God was directly engaged in our individual lives has comforted untold numbers of people, but today that belief is being challenged by many within the community of faith. The randomness of violence, innocent suffering, and inexplicable evil has pushed believers to question whether God is personal in any meaningful way. How can we believe that God is involved in our daily lives when so often God appears deaf to our prayers and indifferent to our broken world? We in the Shadow explores how or in what way God may be personal. Unless this question can somehow be thoughtfully and practically answered, faith will be viewed as an option only for those who skim over the incomprehensibly cruel surfaces of life with eyes closed and fingers stuck firmly in their ears.
Chicago, 1845. I&M Canal gravedigger Enda Hughes buries a hanged man on Suicide Hill. A priest dies of a sudden heart attack. When a curse is found pinned to the church door from a stranger claiming he was denied alms, it sets off a chain of mysterious events that begin to plague the town of Keepataw. When the canal foreman alerts Enda to an order of phantom monks seen wandering the cemetery, it calls everything she and her apothecary husband, Keir, know into question. As revengeful deaths, ancient visions, sinister monks, and visitations from unsettled spirits plague their town, the Hughes and encamping Native American tribe must use their medicine and magic as a barrier to save themselves from the unholiest of brotherhoods.
African Americans have come a long way in the difficult upward struggle from slavery to the relatively broad freedoms enjoyed today. Together, as a potent and well-knit group, they have battled endlessly in their march toward freedom.Finally, according to psychologist James Davison Jr., the last step to freedom for black Americans has arrived. But, that last step must be taken as individuals - not as a collective. In this assessment of the problems and potentials facing African Americans, Dr. Davison argues that in order for achieving individuals to advance to the final step of freedom, they must break free from the mental shackles created by the black community.The central theme of Sweet Release is that the forces that impinge most upon psychological freedom for black Americans come from within. Guilt for being successful, shame in reaction to the misbehaviors of race peers, demands to give back to the community, and accusations of trying to be white are just a few of the mechanisms that thwart psychological freedom for black persons. Dr. Davison argues that individual lifestyles, aspirations, even identities are constrained by the specter of racial unity. As a result, for black advancers, what remains to be overcome is not the system or them, but internalized community attitudes that put a choke hold on individual freedom. Unafraid of controversy or candid assessment, Dr. Davison addresses these and other thorny issues with psychological insight while offering strategies to move beyond group constrictions toward personal freedom.James Davison Jr., PhD (Sacramento, CA), is a psychologist in private practice and also works in the criminal justice system for the California State Prison system. In addition, he is the author of Prisoners of Our Past.
From the highly acclaimed author of Caterpillar Summer comes a sweet and heartfelt story of a girl's unexpected friendship that changes her forever, perfect for fans of Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Ever since her mother left a few years ago, Annie has felt like the odd one out in her family. Her dad and brother are practical and organized--they just don't understand the way she thinks, in lines and color. Everywhere she turns, she feels like an outsider, even at school, so she's been reluctant to get close to anyone. When a "Ding-Dong-Ditch" attempt goes wrong, Annie finds herself stuck making amends with Gloria, the eccentric elderly lady she disturbed. As she begins to connect with Gloria and her weird little dog, it becomes clear that Gloria won't be able to live on her own for much longer. But it's this brief and important friendship that gives Annie the confidence to let people in, and see how rich life can be when you decide to make your own luck and chart your own path to happiness. In this heartwarming novel, acclaimed author Gillian McDunn shows us that even the most unexpected friendship has the power to change us forever. Acclaim for Caterpillar Summer An Indies Introduce Pick A Texas Bluebonnet Selection A Parents Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year An Amazon Best Book of the Year
Reflections in Recovery is a twenty-year autobiographical journey of enticement, enslavement, and finally escape from the bondage of alcohol and drugs. Reflections in Recovery describes the path this ex-addict (ten years clean), and currently practicing MSW (Master of Social Work), took to freedom. It may be a path your loved one can also travel. An ounce of prevention is cheaper than a pound of cure. This story may become their fork in the road, their key to unlock the chains of bondage that is addiction.
In the distant past, life was pretty harsh - most work was manual labor, medicine was primitive and there was little law & order - the perfect opening to religions that promised an easy afterlife. Life was mocked as sin, "up there" awaited a magical land of plenty. These religions kept us weak, God made in the image of the local King reduced followers down to slaves/servants, down on their knees begging for mercy and seeking pity. This book asks for a paradigm change - are we still weak? Do we still think we can just run away from problems? This book is for the Strong, the Warrior, for those who see Life as a Great Gift from God, God as our Teacher, as we build the paradise right here on Earth and make Her Proud of us! Create & build a great Future for all life on earth. Only Reincarnation gives us such an opportunity.
The Greatest Classics for Children in One Volume presents an unrivaled collection that traverses the realms of fantasy, adventure, and moral fables, embracing a wide spectrum of literary styles. This anthology brings together the timeless works of some of the most beloved authors in children's literature, offering readers a rich tapestry of narratives that have shaped and enriched the literary landscape for generations. The diverse array of stories, from the whimsical lands of Lewis Carroll to the rugged adventures by Jack London, and the magical realms of George MacDonald, underscores the anthology's capacity to cultivate imagination and ethical reflection through literature. The inclusion of fables by Aesop, alongside tales of valor and perseverance by authors such as Johanna Spyri, embeds universal values and lessons within its pages, making it a compendium of not just stories, but life's lessons transposed onto the written word. The contributing authors and editors, hailing from various cultural and historical contexts, collectively underscore the anthologys thematic richness and literary diversity. Each author, with their unique voice and perspective, contributes to the anthology's overarching objective: to enchant, educate, and inspire young minds. Figures like Mark Twain and Oscar Wilde, with their incisive wit and profound moral insights, alongside visionaries like Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, pioneer readers through imaginative journeys and technological marvels, reflecting the transformative power of literature. This collection not only serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of these authors but also emphasizes the role of children's literature in fostering creativity, empathy, and intellectual curiosity across generations. This anthology is recommended for anyone interested in exploring the vast landscapes of human experience and imagination through the lens of children's literature. The Greatest Classics for Children in One Volume is not merely a collection of stories; it is a gateway to worlds of wonder, challenge, and discovery. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with the diverse themes and myriad voices that have shaped childrens literature and, by extension, the cultural and moral fiber of societies across time. Readers, educators, and scholars alike will find this volume to be an invaluable resource for both enjoyment and study, inviting a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling and its capacity to inform, delight, and transform.
This carefully edited collection of the most-beloved and enjoyed children's classics of all time has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of Contents: Dragon Tales: The Reluctant Dragon My Father's Dragon The Book of Dragons Animal Tales & Fables: The Tale of Peter Rabbit The Tale of Benjamin Bunny… Mother West Wind Series The Burgess Bird Book for Children The Burgess Animal Book for Children The Velveteen Rabbit Uncle Wiggily's Adventures & Other Tales Little Bun Rabbit Mother Goose in Prose Lulu's Library The Jungle Book… White Fang Black Beauty The Story of Doctor Dolittle… Aesop Fables The Panchatantra Russian Picture Fables for the Little Ones The Russian Garland: Folk Tales Fairy tales & Fantasies: Complete Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen Complete Fairy Tales of Brothers Grimm Complete Fairy Books of Andrew Lang Five Children and It… Peter Pan Alice in Wonderland Through the Looking Glass The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Collection At the Back of the North Wind The Princess and the Goblin Tanglewood Tales… All the Way to Fairyland Friendly Fairies… Old Peter's Russian Tales Childhood Adventures: Robin Hood Pinocchio Gingerbread Man Little Women The Secret Garden A Little Princess The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Journey to the Centre of the Earth Treasure Island… Anne of Green Gables Collection… The Wind in the Willows The Box-Car Children The Railway Children Oliver Twist David Copperfield… Classics Retold: The Iliad of Homer Odysseus The Arabian Nights Entertainments Viking Tales Tales of King Arthur and the Round Table Chaucer for Children Tales from Shakespeare Don Quixote The Pilgrim's Progress Robinson Crusoe Voyage to Lilliput Little Goody Two-Shoes & Mrs Margery Two-Shoes Charles Dickens' Children Stories The Story of Hiawatha Uncle Tom's Cabin Pocahontas