The first introduction to the Incas and their myths aimed at students and general readers, bringing together a wealth of information into one convenient resource. Full of hard to find information, Handbook of Inca Mythology provides an accessible introduction to the rites, beliefs, and spiritual tales of the Incas. It provides a concise overview of Incan civilization and mythology, a chronology of mythic and historical events, and an A–Z inventory of central themes (sacrifice, fertility, competition, reversaldualism, colors, constellations, giants, and miniatures), personages (Viracocha, Manco Capac, Pachackuti Inca), locations (Lake Titicaca, Corickancha), rituals, and icons. The last Native American culture to develop free of European influence, the Incas, who had no written language, are known only from Spanish accounts written after the conquest and archaeological finds. From these fragments, a vanished world has been reborn and reintroduced into modern Andean life. There is no better way into that world and its mind-bending mythology than this unique handbook.
Being Catholic, not Mormon...the babies came surely and swiftly. After fourteen pregnancies (which included...thirteen births, one child with Down's Syndrome, one set of twins and two miscarriages), life was at a fast and furious pace. Baby and toddler-hood soon became child-hood, adolescence, teen years and young adult-hood...all at the same time! Comments and questions were ever present and grew rapidly right along with the family. Jean Allen shares the reality of life, her life, as lived with Faith, Hope, Supernatural Love...and Humor.
CJ's Old Fashioned Cookbook is about Louisiana style cooking and homemade favorites. It has recipes that can be just right for a romantic evening with your soul mate to a party with all your family and friends. This book has all the flavors and styles to spice up your favorite dish. Whether it is chicken with a mango flavor or Almond joy brownies, you will love it all. From a Rasberry tea that will sweeten your taste buds to a smoothie that will calm your nerves. This cookbook has it. A lot of party favorites to have your friends and family jumping from joy. You can also find the most uplifting holiday recipes. Surprise your family with a roast turkey made Louisiana style. With side dishes like dirty rice, scallop otatoes, Cajun pork chops, etc. that can keep your mouth watering for more. A lot of crazy, soulful, and great desserts. From peach cake to a mouth watering Red Velvet Cake. CJ's Old Fashioned Cookbook will keep you guessing for more. This book also has healthy foods for you to enjoy while on your diet to fit into that special dress or outfit of your choice. My grandmother has always said a way to someone's heart is through their stomach. This book can be a helpful tool on a good day or just something to read when you're trying to prepare a dinner for that special one. It is completed with southern style dinners, desserts, appetizers, and drinks to satisfy your needs.
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Reserve your copy now This two volume book is an outstanding reference source on allaspects of allergy and allergic diseases. Covering virtually everyallergic condition, from the immunological and molecular basis ofthe allergic response to future trends in allergic diseaseprevention, this new international editorial team (A.B.Kay, JeanBousquet, Pat Holt and Allen Kaplan) have completely revised andupdated the text, from both a scientific and clinical perspective.References will continue to be added to the text until it goes topress making this the most up-to-date book available in thefield. This second edition consists of more than 1,800 pages containedwithin 98 chapters. The price includes a fully searchable companion CD ROM with thecomplete text and over 300 images from the book in full colour.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Extensive collection of excerpts exploring the psychological, spiritual, supernatural, social aspects of Japan. Including Lafcadio Hearn's Farewell and letters from 1894 to 1904.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Esmerelda is a young horse, just out of the barn on her own and she meets an interesting new friend named Bumble. Their friendship blossoms as they explore their environment.
A Healing Spot is a poignant story about a Dalmatian puppy who has supernatural healing power in his spots. After being separated from his family, Spot sacrifices his spots to help each person he encounters to rise above hatred, sickness, poverty, violence, and other world challenges. These people are unaware that they, too, have healing power that is manifested through various acts of kindness. But, Spot's main goal is to return home in time to heal his owner - eight-year-old Emma, who is battling leukemia. He has to get back to help her before he loses the last of his spots and leaves this world forever. Returning to his family at last, Spot reminds us all of the true meaning of life, love, and sacrifice.
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