A Handbook to Luck

A Handbook to Luck
Author: Cristina García
Publisher: Vintage
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2008-04-08
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307276805

In the late 60s, three teenagers from around the globe are making their way in the world: Enrique Florit, from Cuba, living in southern California with his flamboyant magician father; Marta Claros, getting by in the slums of San Salvador; Leila Rezvani, a well-to-do surgeon's daughter in Tehran. We follow them through the years, surviving war, disillusionment, and love, as their lives and paths intersect. With its cast of vividly drawn characters, its graceful movement through time, and the psychological shifts between childhood and adulthood, A Handbook to Luck is a beautiful, elegiac, and deeply emotional novel by beloved storyteller Cristina García.

Documenting the Undocumented

Documenting the Undocumented
Author: Marta Caminero-Santangelo
Publisher: University Press of Florida
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2017-10-10
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 0813063361

Looking at the work of Junot Díaz, Cristina García, Julia Alvarez, and other Latino/a authors who are U.S. citizens, Marta Caminero-Santangelo examines how writers are increasingly expressing their solidarity with undocumented immigrants. Through storytelling, these writers create community and a sense of peoplehood that includes non-citizen Latino/as. This volume also foregrounds the narratives of unauthorized migrants themselves, showing how their stories are emerging into the public sphere. Immigration and citizenship are multifaceted issues, and the voices are myriad. They challenge common interpretations of "illegal" immigration, explore inevitable traumas and ethical dilemmas, protest their own silencing in immigration debates, and even capitalize on the topic for the commercial market. Yet these texts all seek to affect political discourse by advancing the possibility of empathy across lines of ethnicity and citizenship status. As border enforcement strategies escalate along with political rhetoric, detentions, and deaths, these counternarratives are more significant than ever before, and their perspectives cannot be ignored. What we are witnessing, argues Caminero-Santangelo, is a mass mobilization of stories. This growing body of literature is critical to understanding not only the Latino/a immigrant experience but also alternative visions of nation and belonging.

The Complete Lenormand Oracle Handbook

The Complete Lenormand Oracle Handbook
Author: Caitlín Matthews
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2014-09-22
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1620553260

A full-color guide to fortune-telling with the Lenormand oracle • Explores the meanings of the 36 Lenormand cards and their playing card insets to help build a resourceful, interpretative vocabulary • Provides instructions for many spreads, starting with 3 or 5 cards and building to the Grand Tableau spread, which uses all 36 cards • 416 pages and full-color throughout • Reveals the origins of the Lenormand oracle from both coffee-ground symbols and playing card cartomancy More than 200 years old, the 36 Lenormand cards are an oracle combining standard playing cards with images from the everyday world, such as key, book, animals, and flowers. Their simple, predictive, and non-esoteric nature opens the realm of fortune-telling to all, offering a traditional cartomantic divination where card combinations fuse together to give clear answers. In this complete guide to Lenormand card reading, Caitlín Matthews explains the multiple meanings for each card, providing keywords so the reader can quickly build an interpretive vocabulary for Lenormand fortune-telling. She details how to lay spreads, starting with 3 or 5 cards and building to the Grand Tableau spread, which uses all 36 cards. She explores the significance of the playing card pips and suits on each card and how cards combine to create a variety of meanings. Matthews enables readers to learn the Lenormand card keywords so they can both read for themselves and express their interpretations to clients. Providing real case histories for readers to interpret, she also includes self-tests and practice exercises with answers to check at the end of the book. In addition to her comprehensive practical introduction to the Lenormand oracle, Matthews delves deeply into the history of cartomancy to reveal the mythic blueprint that underlies this simple deck, the key to which lies not in their imagery but in their connection to playing cards.

Archetypes and Motifs in Folklore and Literature: A Handbook

Archetypes and Motifs in Folklore and Literature: A Handbook
Author: Jane Garry
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 514
Release: 2017-07-05
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1351576151

This is an authoritative presentation and discussion of the most basic thematic elements universally found in folklore and literature. The reference provides a detailed analysis of the most common archetypes or motifs found in the folklore of selected communities around the world. Each entry is written by a noted authority in the field, and includes accompanying reference citations. Entries are keyed to the Motif-Index of Folk Literature by Stith Thompson and grouped according to that Index's scheme. The reference also includes an introductory essay on the concepts of archetypes and motifs and the scholarship associated with them. This is the only book in English on motifs and themes that is completely folklore oriented, deals with motif numbers, and is tied to the Thompson Motif-Index. It includes in-depth examination of such motifs as: Bewitching; Chance and Fate; Choice of Roads; Death or Departure of the Gods; the Double; Ghosts and Other Revenants; the Hero Cycle; Journey to the Otherworld; Magic Invulnerability; Soothsayer; Transformation; Tricksters.

Cauldron Chronicles: A Handbook For The Modern Witch

Cauldron Chronicles: A Handbook For The Modern Witch
Author: www.witchcraftvibes.com
Publisher: THE PUBLISHER
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2024-03-20
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

Cauldron Chronicles: A Handbook For The Modern Witch is a comprehensive and practical guide that explores the history, tools, practices, and ethics of modern witchcraft. This book delves into ancient witchcraft practices and the infamous witch trials, highlighting the evolution of witchcraft movements over time. It provides insight into the tools of the trade, such as altars, athames, crystals, and herbs, along with instructions on spellcasting, divination, and potion brewing. The author emphasizes the importance of connecting with the elements, including earth, air, fire, and water, offering guidance on how to incorporate their energy into magical practices. Readers will also discover various rituals and celebrations marking the Wheel of the Year festivals, Esbat and Sabbat rituals, and personal empowerment ceremonies. The book delves into the realm of spiritual entities and guides, including familiars, ancestral spirits, and various gods and goddesses. It explores sacred symbols, talismans, and sigils used in witchcraft practices. The author places a strong emphasis on ethical magic, discussing principles such as the Wiccan Rede, karma, and non-harmful magic practices. Cauldron Chronicles: A Handbook For The Modern Witch also features chapters dedicated to cauldron crafting, kitchen witchery, magical jewelry, and creating a personal grimoire. With its extensive range of topics and practical advice, this book serves as an invaluable resource for modern witches seeking to deepen their knowledge and enhance their magical practice.

The Career Counselor's Handbook, Second Edition

The Career Counselor's Handbook, Second Edition
Author: Howard Figler
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Total Pages: 326
Release: 2007-10-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1580088708

With more than sixty-five combined years of experience in the career development field, Howard Figler and Richard Nelson Bolles are the undisputed authorities when it comes to helping people find meaningful work. In this revised and updated second edition of their classic guide for career counselors, Figler and Bolles show aspiring counselors how to break into the business, and give experienced counselors ideas for improving effectiveness and recharging their practice. Outlining tools, problem-solving tips, and ethical values for today's career counselor, THE CAREER COUNSELOR'S HANDBOOK features new information about performing the Annual Career Checkup, choosing Essence over Ego, and using the Internet-while celebrating the fact that even career counselors need counsel once in a while.

A Handbook for Travellers in Durham and Northumberland

A Handbook for Travellers in Durham and Northumberland
Author: Anonymous
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 342
Release: 2023-07-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3382816180

Reprint of the original, first published in 1873. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

A Handbook of Proverbs

A Handbook of Proverbs
Author: James Allan Mair
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2023-07-19
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 336818296X

Reprint of the original, first published in 1873.

A Handbook for New Stoics: How to Thrive in a World Out of Your Control - 52 Week-by-Week Lessons

A Handbook for New Stoics: How to Thrive in a World Out of Your Control - 52 Week-by-Week Lessons
Author: Gregory Lopez
Publisher: The Experiment, LLC
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2019-05-14
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1615195343

A pragmatic philosophy more popular than ever—here are 52 ancient lessons to help you overcome adversity and find tranquility in the modern world Stress often comes from situations that are beyond our control—such as preparing for a meeting, waiting for test results, or arguing with a loved one. But we can control our response to these everyday tensions—through the wisdom and practice of Stoicism. Stoicism is an ancient pragmatic philosophy that teaches us to step back, gain perspective, and act with intention. In A Handbook for New Stoics, renowned philosopher Massimo Pigliucci and seasoned practitioner Gregory Lopez provide 52 week-by-week lessons to help us apply timeless Stoic teachings to modern life. Whether you’re already familiar with Seneca and Marcus Aurelius, or you’re entirely new to Stoicism, this handbook will help you embrace challenges, thrive under pressure, and discover the good life!