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Author | : Christian Ziegler |
Publisher | : University of Chicago Press |
Total Pages | : 185 |
Release | : 2011-10-30 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 0226982971 |
Confucius called them the “king of fragrant plants,” and John Ruskin condemned them as “prurient apparitions.” Across the centuries, orchids have captivated us with their elaborate exoticism, their powerful perfumes, and their sublime seductiveness. But the disquieting beauty of orchids is an unplanned marvel of evolution, and the story of orchids is as captivating as any novel. As acclaimed writer Michael Pollan and National Geographic photographer Christian Ziegler spin tales of orchid conquest in Deceptive Beauties: The World of Wild Orchids, we learn how these flowers can survive and thrive in the harshest of environments, from tropical cloud forests to the Arctic, from semi-deserts to rocky mountainsides; how their shapes, colors, and scents are, as Darwin put it, “beautiful contrivances” meant to dupe pollinating male insects in the strangest ways. What other flowers, after all, can mimic the pheromones and even appearance of female insects, so much so that some male bees prefer sex with the orchids over sex with their own kind? And insects aren’t the only ones to fall for the orchids’ charms. Since the “orchidelirium” of the Victorian era, humans have braved the wilds to search them out and devoted copious amounts of time and money propagating and hybridizing, nurturing and simply gazing at them. This astonishing book features over 150 unprecedented color photographs taken by Christian Ziegler himself as he trekked through wilderness on five continents to capture the diversity and magnificence of orchids in their natural habitats. His intimate and astonishing images allow us to appreciate up close nature’s most intoxicating and deceptive beauties.
Author | : Yasmeen Suri |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 248 |
Release | : 2013-01-01 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9781625095701 |
Error filled teachings reflect an artificial light that beckons to those that are wandering in darkness. According to Bible, the end times will be marked by widespread deception, counterfeit miracles, and the appearance of false prophets. Each of these evils will contribute to an atmosphere that will deceive an untold number of people throughout the world. Satan disguises himself as an "angel of light" and his ministers as ministers of righteousness (2 Corinthians 11:14-15). Jesus has warned us that the signs and wonders to come from these false "angels of light" will be so deceptive, that if we do not seek the truth then we will be deceived. Lies have many elements of truth in them. Unfortunately, there are many professing Christians today that rely on their own "feelings" as to whether something is of God. Experience should never validate truth, and to judge something on how it "feels" or "looks" rather than testing it against God's Word and sound doctrine is a road that will lead to ruin. This is the perfect "set-up" for the Antichrist. Yasmeen Suri was born in India believing in the new age gods of her culture and converted to Christianity years later. She is a licensed ordained minister and speaks and sings professionally across the world. Yasmeen has regularly appeared on the 700 Club, TBN, TCT, National and International radio, churches, and conventions and sharing the dangers of "spiritual deception." She regularly sings the U.S. " National Anthem" and "God Bless America" for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Department of Justice, U. S. Military, American-Arab Anti Discrimination Committee, Access of Dearborn, Major Sports Teams, and Conventions.
Author | : Elizabeth George |
Publisher | : Harvest House Publishers |
Total Pages | : 274 |
Release | : 2017-10-01 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 0736970495 |
Beauty is more than skin deep— it starts in the heart and works outward Exploring the timeless wisdom of Proverbs 31, Bible teacher Elizabeth George reveals how you can become a woman of true beauty—a woman who desires to honor God in all that she says and does. Beautiful in God's Eyes helps you make each day immensely meaningful as you delight in God and discover how to... experience instant progress toward personal goals manage daily life more effectively tap into unlimited energy apply biblical principles to enhance relationships move from the ordinary to the extraordinary You can experience a richer, more exciting spiritual walk as you embrace God's design for true beauty in your life.
Author | : Christine McConnell |
Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | : 288 |
Release | : 2016-03-22 |
Genre | : Cooking |
ISBN | : 194139339X |
Photographer and stylist Christine McConnell transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary - from everyday dinners, to desserts for all occasions, to the walls of your kitchen and even some over-the-top creations just for fun. Taking inspiration from the likes of Tim Burton and mixing in a dash of Stepford Wife, McConnell's baking and DIY projects are a league above. In Deceptive Desserts each dessert is a work of art - some a little twisted, others magical - but every recipe inspires readers to create their own rules without spending a fortune.
Author | : Emily Lloyd-Jones |
Publisher | : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
Total Pages | : 293 |
Release | : 2015-07-14 |
Genre | : Young Adult Fiction |
ISBN | : 0316254606 |
This thrilling sequel to Illusive will have readers on the edge of their seats. You don't belong with us. These are the words that echo through the minds of all immune Americans-those suffering the so-called adverse effects of an experimental vaccine, including perfect recall, telepathy, precognition, levitation, mind control, and the ability to change one's appearance at will. When great numbers of immune individuals begin to disappear, fear and tension mount, and unrest begins to brew across the country. Through separate channels, superpowered teenagers Ciere, Daniel, and Devon find themselves on the case: super criminals and government agents working side by side. It's an effort that will ultimately define them all, for better or for worse.
Author | : Edouard Schuré |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 412 |
Release | : 1913 |
Genre | : Religions |
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Author | : Philip Gilbert Hamerton |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 310 |
Release | : 1887 |
Genre | : Art |
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Author | : Dr. Sheri Keffer |
Publisher | : Baker Books |
Total Pages | : 336 |
Release | : 2018-03-20 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1493412639 |
Nothing destroys trust like sexual betrayal. Beyond broken vows, a woman who discovers that the man she loves has been viewing pornography or having an affair must deal with devastating blows to her self-image and self-worth. She must grapple with the fact that the man she thought she knew has lied and deceived her. She may even bear the brunt of shame and judgment when the people around her find out. Drawing from her experience both as a marriage and family therapist and a woman who personally experienced the devastation of sexual betrayal, Dr. Sheri Keffer walks women impacted by betrayal through the pain and toward recovery. She explains how the trauma of betrayal affects our minds, bodies, spirits, and sexuality. She offers practical tools for dealing with emotional triggers and helps women understand the realities of sexual addiction. And she shows women how to practice self-care, develop healthy boundaries, protect themselves from abuse or manipulation, and find freedom from the burden of shame and guilt.
Author | : Henry Seidel Canby |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 150 |
Release | : 1921 |
Genre | : Literary Criticism |
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Author | : Saint Augustine |
Publisher | : Penguin UK |
Total Pages | : 356 |
Release | : 2003-05-29 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 0141916559 |
'Give me chastity and continence, but not yet' The son of a pagan father and a Christian mother, Saint Augustine spent his early years torn between conflicting world-views. The Confessions, written when he was in his forties, recounts how, slowly and painfully, he came to turn away from his youthful ideas and licentious lifestyle to become one of Christianity's most influential thinkers. A remarkably honest spiritual autobiography, the Confessions also addresses fundamental issues of Christian doctrine, and many of the prayers and meditations it includes are still an integral part of the practice of the faith today. Translated with an Introduction by R. S. PINE-COFFIN