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Time and the Ancestors: Aztec and Mixtec Ritual Art combines iconographical analysis with archaeological, historical and ethnographic studies and offers new interpretations of enigmatic masterpieces from ancient Mexico, focusing specifically on the symbols and values of the religious heritage of indigenous peoples.
The Mexican Revolution has long been considered a revolution of peasants. But Aurora Gómez-Galvarriato’s investigation of the mill towns of the Orizaba Valley reveals that industrial workers played a neglected but essential role in shaping the Revolution. By tracing the introduction of mechanized industry into the valley, she connects the social and economic upheaval unleashed by new communication, transportation, and production technologies to the political unrest of the revolutionary decade. Industry and Revolution makes a convincing argument that the Mexican Revolution cannot be understood apart from the changes wrought by the Industrial Revolution, and thus provides a fresh perspective on both transformations. By organizing collectively on a wide scale, the spinners and weavers of the Orizaba Valley, along with other factory workers throughout Mexico, substantially improved their living and working conditions and fought to secure social and civil rights and reforms. Their campaigns fed the imaginations of the masses. The Constitution of 1917, which embodied the core ideals of the Mexican Revolution, bore the stamp of the industrial workers’ influence. Their organizations grew powerful enough to recast the relationship between labor and capital, not only in the towns of the valley, but throughout the entire nation. The story of the Orizaba Valley offers insight into the interconnections between the social, political, and economic history of modern Mexico. The forces unleashed by the Mexican and the Industrial revolutions remade the face of the nation and, as Gómez-Galvarriato shows, their consequences proved to be enduring.
The Mixtec, or the people of Ñuu Savi ('Nation of the Rain God'), one of the major civilizations of ancient Mesoamerica, made their home in the highlands of Oaxaca, where they resisted both Aztec military expansion and the Spanish conquest. In Encounter with the Plumed Serpent, two leading scholars present and interpret the sacred histories narrated in the Mixtec codices, the largest surviving collection of pre-Columbian manuscripts in existence. In these screenfold books, ancient painter-historians chronicled the politics of the Mixtec from approximately a.d. 900 to 1521, portraying the royal families, rituals, wars, alliances, and ideology of the times. By analyzing and cross-referencing the codices, which have been fragmented and dispersed in far-flung archives, the authors attempt to reconstruct Mixtec history. Their synthesis here builds on long examination of the ancient manuscripts. Adding useful interpretation and commentary, Jansen and Pérez Jiménez synthesize the large body of surviving documents into the first unified narrative of Mixtec sacred history. Archaeologists and other scholars as well as readers with an interest in Mesoamerican cultures will find this lavishly illustrated volume a compelling and fascinating history and a major step forward in knowledge of the Mixtec.
Guru Nanak, the founder of the Sikh religion, walked the earth to restore love and humanity lurking in the doldrums. His early communion with the Ultimate drew him to far-fetched places to inculcate the scent of unity and equality among people. He sang the divine praises along the way and persuaded people towards the spiritual essence of the Lord. He made an intriguing manifestation that the Lord is One and there exists no other besides Him. Most of what Nanak professed was apparently derived from the Ultimate. As mentioned in the Janamsakhis, he often directed his companion Mardana to play on his rabab as he vividly sang the Bani or Divine Word descending upon him from the skies. With an unrelenting desire to spread enlightenment among the masses, he became an itinerant preacher to eradicate the upsurge of erroneous beliefs and the moss of differences propelled by caste and creed. This exquisitely illustrated book explores the life of Guru Nanak at length and offers an insight into his timeless teachings which are marvelously ingrained in his divine hymns - the Japji, Asa di Var and Barah-maha.
Journey of Love" is a story of two kindred spirits from opposite sides of the world destined by grace and united by joy, music, and the soul’s unrelenting urge toward spiritual fulfillment. As our current society influences us to become more polarized and isolated from each other, “Journey of Love” gives us an insight into the perspective of another to reveal that we are inherently more alike than we are different. We all want to love and be genuinely loved in return. We each want to feel that our life has a purpose, And for many of us, we are called by the whispering voice in our heart that invites us toward our spiritual awakening. Although Journey of Love is the memoir and life lessons of two unique individuals, in actuality it’s one story, the story that each of us as divine spiritual beings having a human experience are all currently living. It is our narrative as consciousness told through the individual lenses of Aurora and Marty, celebrating what it means to be alive.
One wild and passionate Caribbean night leaves Annelise with amazing memories...but what happens when her vacation fling reappears as a VIP client? Deserted by her fiancé only three months before their wedding, a devastated Annelise decides to go on their Caribbean honeymoon alone in the hope of thawing the deep freeze of her emotions. Tripping and landing on top of the most gorgeous man she's ever seen, a sexy French-Canadian stranger, is as surprising as it is mortifying. Rémy Gaspard is staying at his family's remote tropical resort to get some work done after a difficult visit with his sister, but instead, he finds himself drawn to the sad young woman he sees from across the beach. When she quite literally falls into his lap, he can't believe his good fortune. Their passionate vacation romance is cut short by a troubling accident and they part ways, but neither can stop thinking about the other. When they meet up again in Montreal, seemingly by accident six months later, their attraction is just as strong...or stronger. As they face the challenges of misunderstandings, suspicions and a shadowy menace that won't leave Rémy's family alone, one thing becomes clear. Their love remains strong, anywhere and always.
In the epic Indian mythological tale, the Mahabharata, the story of the Pandavas and the Kauravas unfolds amidst intricate webs of fate, duty, and honor. Born from the same lineage, these two sets of cousins find themselves locked in a bitter struggle for power and righteousness. The Pandavas, led by the noble Yudhishthira, embody virtues of righteousness, humility, and courage. Born to Kunti through different gods, they stand as paragons of dharma, guided by Krishna's wisdom. Arjuna, skilled in archery and the epitome of valor, embodies devotion and righteousness. Bhima, known for his immense strength and appetite, symbolizes indomitable spirit and loyalty. Nakula and Sahadeva, the twins, possess exceptional wisdom and valor, completing the quintet of Pandava prowess. Contrasting them are the Kauravas, led by the ambitious and power-hungry Duryodhana. Sons of Dhritarashtra, they represent traits of jealousy, greed, and deceit. Duryodhana's envy towards the Pandavas fuels the flames of rivalry, leading to deceitful plots and treacherous schemes. Dushasana, Shakuni, and Karna, though formidable in their own right, become entangled in a web of darkness, driven by their loyalty to Duryodhana and their own desires. The rivalry between the Pandavas and the Kauravas culminates in the Kurukshetra war, a cataclysmic battle that shapes the destiny of Bharata (ancient India). It's a clash between righteousness and unrighteousness, where divine intervention and mortal valor intertwine. Despite being outnumbered, the Pandavas fight with unwavering determination, fueled by their belief in righteousness and their duty to uphold dharma. Throughout the Mahabharata, the complex relationships between the Pandavas and the Kauravas unravel, showcasing the intricacies of human nature and the consequences of one's actions. Ultimately, it's a tale of triumph of good over evil, where the Pandavas emerge victorious, not just in battle but also in upholding the values of righteousness, integrity, and compassion, leaving behind a legacy that echoes through the ages. Yudh Shastra is about recreating the characters in Mahabharata with those in the modern day life.
Margaret Hartson thought she had it all. The perfect marriage, the perfect husband and the funds to never want for anything ever again. What she got, however, was a cheating husband, a disappointing marriage, and a line of creditors taking everything. With her husband dead and a scandal following her, she goes back home to lick her wounds. Grayson Kilroy has always worked hard from a very young age. Now a successful pub owner, he looks forward to pleasing his patrons and leading a quiet life. But when a chance encounter has him pitted against a strong-willed woman from his past, he worries that his life will be far from quiet ever again.
The Olive Wood Cross is a sweeping spiritual sager spanning the life of Jackie Spencer. Walking her life with an open, loving heart she questions life’s challenges of a loveless father and husband. Inspired by the love she has for her mother and children she never loses her optimism. She finds the courage to overcome grand adversary by drawing on her connection with and love of the Divine.
The Story of What Is Broken Is Whole collects for the first time fifty years of writing by Puerto Rican Jewish feminist and radical thinker Aurora Levins Morales. Combining well-known excerpts from her books with out-of-print and harder to find ephemeral works and unpublished pieces, this collection weaves together stories of bodies, ecologies, Indigeneity, illness, travel, sexuality, and more. As Levins Morales reflects on her use of storytelling as a tool for change, she gathers the threads of lives and places sacrificed to greed and extraction while centering care for our individual bodyminds and those of our kin, communities, and movements. This comprehensive and essential collection provides an unprecedented window into the breadth and depth of the work of one of the most significant thinkers of our time.
A companion guide to The Complete Idiot s Guide to Wicca and Witchcraft, Second Edition(1592571115) - chock full of spells for every purpose, magical, method, tool, occasion, holiday, and more! The spells are all attached to various aspects of Wiccan belief, celebration, and practice. Information on magical tools and recipes for notions, potions, and powers accompany all spells. Learn to compose and cast spells, record spells and formulas in a personal Book of Shadows, cleanse and consecrate your tools and altar, and celebrate Esbats and Sabbats. Cast spells using candles, incense, crystals, herbs, astrology, magical alphabets and runes, and more!
6 June 1984: The Indian Army storms the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Called Operation Bluestar, the historic and unprecedented event ended the growing spectre of terrorism perpetrated by the extremist Sikh leader Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and his followers once and for all. But it left in its wake unsolved political questions that continued to threaten Punjab's stability for years to come. How, in a brief span of three years, did India's dynamic frontier state become a national problem? Who was to blame: the central government for allowing the crisis to drift despite warnings, or the long-drawn-out Akali agitation, or the notorious gang of militants who transformed a holy shrine into a sanctuary for terrorists? First published two months after Operation Bluestar, The Punjab Story pieces together the complex Punjab jigsaw through the eyes of some of India's most eminent public figures and journalists. Writing with the passion and conviction of those who were involved with the drama, they present a wide-ranging perspective on the past, present and future of the Punjab tangle; and the truth of many of their'conclusions having been borne out by time.
Analyzing four best-selling novels - by both women and men - written in the feminine voice, this book traces how the creation of women-centered salons and the emergence of a feminine poetic style engendered a new type of literature in eighteenth-century France. The author argues that writing in a female voice allowed writers of both sexes to break with classical notions of literature and style, so that they could create a modern sensibility that appealed to a larger reading public, and gave them scope to innovate with style and form. Wolfgang brings to light how the 'female voice' in literature came to embody the language of sociability, but also allowed writers to explore the domain of inter-subjectivity, while creating new bonds between writers and the reading public. Through examination of Marivaux's La Vie de Marianne, Graffigny's Lettres d'une Péruvienne, Riccoboni's Lettres de Mistriss Fanni Butlerd, and Laclos's Les Liaisons dangereuses, she shows that in France, this modern 'feminine' sensibility turned the least prestigious of literary genres - the novel - into the most compelling and innovative literary form of the eighteenth century. Emphasizing how the narratives analyzed here refashioned the French literary world through their linguistic innovation and expression of new forms of subjectivity, this study claims an important role for feminine-voice narratives in shaping the field of eighteenth-century literature.
A magical life begins at home with this warm and lively introduction to the traditions and practice of kitchen witchcraft. As spiritualists, healers, and herbalists, witches throughout history have developed various methods of healing through potions, spells, and remedies worldwide. Despite their efforts for good, many have suffered from years of persecution, which has led to a general misunderstanding of their craft. The Kitchen Witch Handbook combats that, providing an assortment of magical traditions from a fresh, modern perspective. If you are interested in Wicca and traditional kitchen potions, spells, and rituals, The Kitchen Witch Handbook is the perfect magical reference. This hands-on guide introduces the home-based folk witchcraft that has been practiced for countless generations. Learn to weave your magical intentions into food and cooking and use everyday ingredients for mystical purposes. Brimming with beautiful photography and illustrations, this intriguing and accessible volume offers: Guidance on creating a magical kitchen and kitchen altar 100 Recipes and kitchen spells, including a candied lime money spell, rosemary protection cookies, and a lavender simple syrup for clarity and calm Tips on how to incorporate magic and intention into cooking A glossary of correspondences and magical properties for fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients A framework for creating your own unique spells at home using the ingredients you have on hand Enjoy bringing a new magical dimension to your kitchen with The Kitchen Witch’s Handbook, a delicious introduction to the long tradition of creating magicin the heart of your home. The Mystical Handbook series from Wellfleet takes you on a magical journey through the wonderful world of spellcraft and spellcasting. Explore a new practice with each volume and learn how to incorporate spells, rituals, blessings, and cleansings into your daily routine. These portable companions feature beautiful foil-detail covers and color-saturated interiors on a premium paper blend. Other books in the series include: Witchcraft, Love Spells, Knot Magic, Superstitions, House Magic, Herbal Magic, Goddess Magic, and Moon Magic.
★★★★★ READERS’ CHOICE AWARD ★★★★★ AMERICAN FICTION AWARD ★★★★★ LITERARY TITAN AWARD “A captivating tale ... An absolute must-read"—Literary Titan “Superb”—Kirkus Reviews. “A unique and imaginative plot, a mesmerizing magical multiverse, and a host of wonderful and magical creatures. A thrilling ride through the multiverse, not to be missed!"—Readers’ Choice Step into the realms of boundless magic, treacherous quests, and the tantalizing allure of the unknown. For fans of Harry Potter, Doctor Who, Percy Jackson, and Shadow and Bone comes an epic new fantasy series for young adults. Ana Zest might look like your ordinary teen, dreaming of Hollywood stardom, but she’s anything but typical. With enigmatic violet eyes that hide a secret even she’s unaware of, her life takes a fantastical turn when she and her brother, Zackary, are thrust into an enchanting multiverse and find themselves in the heart of a cosmic mystery. Ana gets her wish for the role of a lifetime as she explores the multiverse and encounters a wild and wonderful cast of characters, including a talking dog. As Ana and Zackary unravel the mystery of the multiverse, they discover a world in peril. Its fate lies in the hands of the one foretold by prophecy. Could it be Ana? Everything goes terribly wrong when the evil Censor kidnaps Zackary and holds him hostage. Can Ana save her brother and this world? Will she overcome the forces of evil, claim her magical birthright, and fulfill the prophecy? Dive into the multiverse, where destiny awaits at the crossroads of magic and mystery. The cosmos has never been this enthralling! "In this debut YA fantasy series-starter, Earth-born siblings find themselves stranded in a parallel world that suffers under a fiendish ruler’s reign ... Winter’s opening installment showcases a colorful primary cast—particularly Ana and Zackary, who make a superb duo." - Kirkus Reviews. ★★★★★LITERARY TITAN, GOLD BOOK AWARD WINNER “Aurora Winter’s talent for weaving a captivating narrative, brimming with imaginative realms and well-crafted characters, makes Magic, Mystery and the Multiverse an absolute must-read.” - Literary Titan, 5-star review. Order your copy now!
This book provides a socio-historical analysis of the 2002 massacre at Bellavista-Bojayá-Chocó, Colombia. The author examines how the concepts of forced displacement and migration could be formulas for historical erasure. These concepts are used to name populations, such as the survivors of this massacre, and are limited in their ability to contribute to the demands for reparation of the affected populations. Instead, based on an ethnographic study of the pain and suffering generated in the survivors, the book proposes the concept of deracination as a tool to study land dispossession. It captures both the complex local specificities, the global linkages of this phenomenon and the strategies of resistance used by the people of this community to channel what seems as an impossible mourning.
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