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Dr. Deepak Chopra takes a scientific approach to spirituality in this mini version of the enormously inspiring New York Times bestseller, proposing that the human brain is hardwired to know God. The
In the provocative pamphlet, "The World Turned Upside Down," the author'Äîwriting under the veil of anonymity'Äîdelivers a scathing critique of societal norms and established hierarchies in early 17th-century England. This work, a brilliant tapestry of radical thought and personal testimony, challenges conventional wisdom through a unique blend of poetic prose and philosophical rumination, embodying the emerging currents of political and social revolution. It situates itself firmly within the context of the English Civil War'Äôs tumultuous landscape, reflecting the visceral struggles for rights and representation that defined the era. The anonymity of the author serves to underscore th...
Yertle the Turtle wants to rule over all that he sees. But soon there's only one little patch left, and that belongs to the Cat in the Hat. Or does it?
Illuminated manuscripts - The art of the book - Bibles - Psalms - Religious texts - Almanacs for daily living - The smallest books - Books for the young - Presidents, politics and propaganda - Life's pleasures - Oddities and objects d'art.
After the Bible, the Passover haggadah is the most widely read classic text in the Jewish tradition. More than four thousand editions have been published since the late fifteenth century, but few are as exquisite as the Washington Haggadah, which resides in the Library of Congress. Now, a stunning facsimile edition meticulously reproduced in full color brings this beautiful illuminated manuscript to a new generation. Joel ben Simeon, the creator of this unusually well-preserved codex, was among the most gifted and prolific scribe-artists in the history of the Jewish book. David Stern’s introduction reconstructs his professional biography and situates this masterwork within the historical d...
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The rich and varied traditions of Islamic book art
Grade level: 1, 2, 3, k, p, e.