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Ruhiyyih Khanum
The authors have undertaken an incredible task: to condense the life of one of the most important and charismatic Bahá'í figures of the 20th century into a narrative directed to youth everywhere. 'Amatu'l-Bahá Rúḥíyyih Khánum, author, playwright, filmmaker, poetess, Bahá'í ambassadress, and above all, wife of the Guardian of the Bahá'í Faith, Shoghi Effendi Rabbani, described by 'Abdu'l-Bahá as the 'sign of God' on earth.
The Calling
In the 19th century, countless individuals believed a new Revelation was imminent. In Persia, the Báb fulfilled the prediction by several clerics of the appearance of the Promised Qa'im. Tahirih of Qazvin, a gifted teacher, was at the vanguard of spreading the Báb's teachings. She unceasingly proclaimed the Bábí Faith and brought a deeper understanding of its teachings to the rapidly growing numbers of its converts. Her vibrant poetry gave voice to her spiritual longing and passion, and its freshness reflected the vitality of the new spiritual teachings. She emerged as the most outspoken of the Baacute;biacute; leaders. The authorities responded by having her murdered in the dead of nigh...
Spurious
Jon Coulter's life was perfect; great parents and friends and a girl he wanted to marry. But sometimes a perfect life can be too good to be true. After his parents are killed in a suspicious car accident, Jon travels to Nebraska where he accidentally turns on his father's secretive reactor prototype, sending his world upside down. Now those most dear to Jon loathe him, while those who used to hate him are the only ones willing to help undo the effects of the mysterious machine and return his life to normal.
World's Divide Collection: Books 1-4
When an ancient temple is uncovered in the Amazon, the Peruvian authorities call upon Colt Andrews, one of the world’s foremost archeologists. Upon arrival however, he realizes the temple is not what he was expecting. Although Peru is thousands of miles from ancient Greece, the temple within its rainforest is dedicated to the Greek god of thunder, Zeus. Even more astounding is its treasure hidden within. Deep inside, an intricate staff worked into the shape of a lightning bolt, waits for Colt to claim its power. The World’s Divide collection of books 1 through 4 covers the discovery of the Lightning Staff, Hades’ Sphere, Poseidon’s Trident and Demeter’s Wreath and the magical powers they possess. As the series of novellas continue, other nations besides the United States also join the hunt for the ancient relics. Some nations will use them for good, while others for evil. Relationships are forged, while others are broken, all against the backdrop of growing world strife and the beginning rumblings of a third worldwide war.
Pure Gold
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The Sustainable Rose Garden
“A fascinating and informative book for anyone who loves roses but wants to avoid spraying them with toxic chemicals” (The American Gardener). A winner of the World Federation of Roses Literary Award, this work brings together experts from around the world to inform gardeners about developments in the new, irresistible—yet long overdue—trend toward creating environmentally friendly and enduring rose gardens, with “sustainability” as the key. The queen of flowers, the rose—by presidential declaration, America’s National Floral Emblem—was initially left behind as “green consciousness” and the concept of sustainability took hold among the gardening public. But the rose is ...
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'Abdu'l-Bahá in New York
Of all the historical, religious and cultural events in the history of the United States, the arrival of 'Abdu'l-Bahá in 1912 was the most important one of all. Many people-from all facets of society-had the honor to meet Him, attend His talks, benefit from His wisdom and witness His benevolence and humility. Their encounter with 'Abdu'l-Bahá was life-altering: He touched the depths of their souls and awakened them spiritually. This re-telling of 'Abdu'l-Bahá's days in New York City is both inspiring and illuminating. It is intended to bring you closer to this unique figure in spiritual history, whose life will serve as a model of the true spiritual and ethical life for centuries to come. Dr. Ahdieh and Mr. Chapman are co-authors of Awakening: A History of the Bahá'í and Bábi Faiths in Nayriz, A Way Out of No Way: Harlem Prep: Transforming Dropouts into Scholars, 1967-1977, The Calling: Tahirih of Persia and Her American Contemporaries, Foreigner: From an Iranian Village to New York City and the Lights That Led the Way, and The Chosen Path: Tahirih of Persia and her Search for God.
