Para Studies

Bruce Lee: Artist of Life

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 21:15:39 +0000

Synopsis

Bruce Lee has been recognized primarily for his physical skills and tactical principles in the art of unarmed combat. But Bruce Lee: Artist of Life reveals that Lee was a man who was equal parts poet, Philosophysopher, scientist, actor. producer, director, author, choreographer, Martial Artsl artist, husband, father, and friend, dedicated to artistic expression with the goal of self-knowledge. Bruce Lee: Artist of Life is a collection of writings comprising eight parts: writings on Chinese Gung Fu, Philosophysophy psychology, Jeet Kune Do, acting, and self-knowledge, as well as a section of Lee’s poetry and letters, revealing a side of Bruce Lee rarely seen letters, revealing a side of Bruce Lee rarely seen previously. As John Little writes in the Introduction, “No matter what the topic…you get the distinct impression from reading Lee’s words that hee, indeed, was a ‘real man,’ a real human being, who was in fact laying bare his soul.”

My husband just got this book today. What do you all think of it?

The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Vampires

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 21:07:05 +0000

Vampires are the hottest topic in popular culture today. From the now classic novels of Anne Rice, to the mega- selling series by Stephanie Meyer to the hit HBO series “True Blood” based on the bestselling novels of Charlaine Harris, the undead are certainly not dead in terms of books sales. Now, those curious about the history and lore of these creatures can get up to speed in the refreshed edition of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Vampires. It provides a detailed explanation of the origins of vampires and insight into the fascination they hold in literature and belief.

–Complete history and origins of this mythic creature
–An explanation of the various rules that vampires exist by
–A lively and exhaustive literary discussion of vampires and their importance in fiction

I just got this book today. What are your thoughts on it?

Teen Witch Kit

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:48:48 +0000

This kit book contains everything that may be needed to cast spells that deal with 40 of the situations, topics and dilemmas that face teenagers every day – self-esteem, finding true love, tackling homework, and making and keeping friends.

What do you think of this Kit?

Psychic Circle

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:46:44 +0000

Enter the realm where reality and mystery merge

The Psychic Circle™

The Magical Message Board™ and Companion Book

Open this box and embark upon a journey into yourself and beyond. Inside is all you will need to be thoroughly delighted the next time you and your “psychic circle” of friends get together for an evening of fun, surprises — and magical messages! The Magical Message Board$#153; and companion book are always ready to be consulted for problem-solving, decision-making, creative inspiration, and wisdom.

Here’s how it works:

* You may address the board alone, or with a partner
* Concentrate on your question, whether spoken aloud or not
* Touch your fingertips to The Psychic Circle’s Magical Message Indicator and watch it move across the beautifully illustrated, full-color game board as if by magic
* The indicator will come to rest through the power of your mind and beyond

On the Board are twenty key words, eleven colors, and forty universal symbols, in addition to the letters of the alphabet and the numerals 0-9. The Psychic Circle may use any of them — either individually or in combination — to create detailed and insightful answers to your every question. You will be amazed and enlightened again and again.

You are the link necessary to complete The Psychic Circle. You can experience new dimensions of reality as you develop your intuition and decision-making ability. You can connect the incredible power of your dream state to your waking mind, your inner world to the outer world, and your past and future to your present awareness.

What do you think of this board?

Ouija Board: Glow-in-the-Dark

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:43:37 +0000

It has always been mysterious. It has always been mystifying. And now…it glows in the dark! Just ask it a question and wait to see what answer the Mystifying Oracle will reveal to you. You and a partner sit on opposite sides of the board, with your fingers placed lightly on the message indicator. One of you will ask a question. Now concentrate very hard on the matter at hand – and wait for the indicator to move and begin to reveal the answer through its message window. Will it tell you Yes or No’ Will it give you a number or spell out an answer’ For centuries, players have brought their questions to the Ouija board. What you do with the information it reveals is between you – and the Mystifying Oracle! Game includes: Ouija board and plastic message indicator.

What do you think of this Board?

OUIJA

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:40:18 +0000

Parker Brothers Deluxe Wooden Edition Design on wood 1967 Parker Brothers made three boards in the late 1960′s. The standard edition was similar to the board sold today. A second larger edition allowed two people to operate the Ouija more comfortably. The third edition was this special Deluxe Wooden Edition with its lovely golden finish. It came with a wood planchette.

What do you think of this board

The Holy Bible

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:36:29 +0000

What do you think of this book? How do the vary between the orginal and the translated ones? How do they vary from old editions and new editions? What is your take on this book?

Experiencing the World’s Religions

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:32:14 +0000

(my copy has a different cover on it)

Experiencing the World’s Religions provides a clear and compelling account of religion as a diverse, lived experience by peoples around the world. Global in its coverage, the text conveys the vitality and richness of the world’s religions as a living cultural wellspring that not only concerns systems of belief but how those beliefs are expressed in ceremonies, food, clothing, art, architecture, pilgrimage, scripture, and music. The text demonstrates why an understanding of the world’s religions enriches our lives. In an engaging narrative emphasizing the experience of religion, the text takes students on a personal voyage through doctrines, history, the religiously inspired arts, ceremonies, and everyday expressions of belief and combines these with powerful photographs from around the globe. The text goes beyond traditional approaches to personally connect students with the vitality of the great religions and how they reach into the lives of individuals and the culture at large.

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Scriptures of the World’s Religions

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:30:26 +0000

(my copy has a different cover on it.)

Scriptures of the World’s Religions, third edition is an anthology that gathers together many of the world�s most influential sacred texts. This leading book includes chapters on the twelve major religious traditions today, plus two additional chapters on indigenous religious practices. With comprehensive introductions in each chapter, the selected writings emphasize the religion�s founders, central doctrines, and historical development. The translated texts in this collection are stylistically clear and up-to-date, many of which were translated specifically for this book. The selections vary in length from a few paragraphs to 10 pages. It can be used in a wide range of courses including introduction to religion.

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Lost Scriptures: Books that Did Not Make It into the New Testament

Tracie Hicks — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:27:57 +0000

“The author of more than ten books on New Testament history and early Christian writings, Ehrman has established himself as an expert on early Christianity. These two works should soundly solidify his stature, as they illuminate the flavor and varieties of early Christian belief.”–Library Journal (on Lost Christianities and Lost Scriptures)
“History, it’s often said, is written by the victors. Bart Ehrman argues in a pair of intriguing new books that the same could be said of the Bible’s New Testament…. Will shock more than a few lay readers.”–The Boston Globe
“Lost Scriptures provides a good sample of the literature and illustrates nicely the complex and often exotic world of second- and third-century Christianity.”–America
“Fresh authoritative translations of the texts that fell outside in the canon.”–Christian Science Monitor

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