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Cuddle up with this celebration of winter and explore the wonders of nature's light with Moon Song from Caldecott Medalist Michaela Goade. On an island at the edge of a silvery sea, when the moon rises and night falls, a girl spins a story for her worried cousin to help him find comfort in the wintery dark. She invites him to see moonlight glittering in the forest, bioluminescence sparkling by the shore, and northern lights blazing in the sky. In the dark of the night, the whole world sings. Celebrated Tlingit creator Michaela Goade, who brought us a summer's celebration in the Caldecott Honor Award-winning Berry Song, invites us to discover the wonder and comfort of a winter's night through a magnificent Moon Song.Sold out -
Mercy
Longlisted for the Joyce Carol Oates Prize A rich and nuanced story beginning with a moment of fear and abandonment that will reverberate across decades and change the course of many lives, by a beloved PEN/Faulkner and National Book Critics Circle Award-winning author In the gritty East Village of 1970s New York, Ivan and his best friend, Eddie, a popular local bartender, are dabbling in drugs following a short tour of Europe. One night, as Ivan and Eddie experiment with heroin, things go horribly wrong. In a panic, Ivan rushes Eddie to a crowded local ER and, believing his friend is about to die, makes the awful choice to leave him there. This one act of abandonment haunts Ivan his entire life. He keeps this secret from his friends and later his family, forever searching for mercy from "a remorse that never dies." Ivan's decision also ripples across time through an extended community, affecting a host of other people unknowingly connected to that night. Following a bold cast of characters across decades, and set against the changing social and sexual mores from the 1970s onward, Mercy is Silber's most ambitious and expansive novel yet, proving once again how we are all connected in mysterious and often unknown ways. -
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Till We Meet Again: A Canadian in the First World War
NATIONAL BESTSELLER An incredibly evocative and action-filled story of one man's fight in the First World War, rich and raw with remarkable detail. As he tended to the chores on his homestead, Lester Harper never imagined that he would turn in his hoe for a Lee-Enfield rifle on the Western Front. But the farmer from Pouce Coupe, in northern British Columbia, found himself at a party agreeing to help form a small-town regiment headed for France and the Great War. Lester left behind his wife, Mabel, in the shadow of the loss of their infant daughter, Hilda. A marksman before he even volunteered for the Canadian Army, Lester joined his cousin and friends, thousands of miles from his home, mere yards from the bayonets, bullets, and gas bombs of the feared Boche. In Till We Meet Again, the First World War comes to life in unprecedented detail, drawing on Lester's letters as well as meticulous historical research. Not since Timothy Findley's The Wars, Tim Cook's magisterial works about the First World War, or Erich Maria Remarque's All Quiet on the Western Front has a book about a soldier's life at the sharp end been told with such humour, gravitas, and in a heart-pounding narrative that drops you behind enemy lines. For at one point, Lester was trapped in a shell hole, a heartbeat away from the Germans setting up their machine gun to mow down his comrades. This is a remarkable story, remarkably told. This book will be heralded by historians as a new approach to telling a soldier's story and will become beloved by readers of military history and anyone who wants to understand what life was like for our boys behind the wire. -
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Marcus Aurelius Book of Quotes: Over 150 Quotes from the Greatest Stoic of All Time
Discover the timeless wisdom of Marcus Aurelius, one of history's greatest Stoic philosophers, in this compelling collection of quotes and sayings. Marcus Aurelius lived a life that epitomized the principles of Stoicism, gaining profound control over his thoughts, emotions, and actions. The Marcus Aurelius Book of Quotes brings together over 150 of his most insightful sayings, musings, and observations, offering readers a treasure trove of wisdom. In a world where many strive to improve their lives, find happiness, and achieve fulfillment, Marcus Aurelius' teachings provide enduring guidance. His reflections address fundamental questions such as: - What will make me feel more fulfilled?
- How can I build stronger relationships?
- What contributes to a successful and meaningful life?
- How can I live free from anxiety and depression? The teachings of Marcus Aurelius offer a roadmap to a balanced, contented, and purposeful life. The wisdom contained in The Marcus Aurelius Book of Quotes continues to resonate, offering clarity and direction for those seeking to navigate the complexities of modern living.Sold out -
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Milarepa, Milarepa, Who Are You?
A charming, beautifully illustrated, bilingual English-Tibetan picture book about one of Tibet's greatest spiritual teachers--sure to inspire awareness, compassion, and wisdom in children and adults alike that includes an online guide for parents and teachers. Milarepa is celebrated throughout the Himalayas as one of the most inspiring Buddhist figures from Tibetan history. This beautifully illustrated telling of his life and teachings, with Tibetan translation, lets children explore his extraordinary story. Milarepa went through an incredible transformation, overcoming suffering and his own misdeeds with the help of a wise teacher to become a great spiritual teacher in his own right. Through the story and teachings of Milarepa, we can see that it is always possible to let our inner goodness shine, no matter what we've done in the past. Every moment creates a new opportunity to settle the mind and open the heart. Milarepa's resilience, fearlessness, mental clarity, and compassion have been beacons of inspiration for a thousand years and resonate as deeply today as they have through the centuries. To honor Milarepa's spontaneous songs--classically known as dohas in Sanskrit, which communicated his experiences to others--this book is written in poetic form. It explores the wisdom of his teachings in the form of a rhythmic, call-and-response duet. An online guide for parents and teachers at wisdom.org further expands on the themes of the book by providing lesson ideas, meditation activities, and guidance for learning about language, history, and art. -
Jingle Bells
Sing along with this musical edition of the favorite Christmas song! Press the button to hear "Jingle Bells" as you follow an adorable bear family enjoying a festive sleigh ride. Pauline Siewert's gorgeous illustrations capture the magic of the holiday season, and with the lyrics on each page, children will love to sing along. -
Macarons: Authentic French Cookie Recipes from the Macaron Cafe
The hotest pastry item since cupcakes, colourful, fun, crunchy-on-the-outside and soft on the inside macarons are exploding in populatirity. This easy-to-use cookbook shows how to make these delicious french cookies at home. The book features stunning photographs and easy-to-follow directions for creating the perfect macarons. Featuring delicious favourite flavors including dark chocolate ganache, Mocha, Nutty Pistachio, Lavender and fun macaron decorations. There's a macaron recipe for every taste and occasion.