The Soul Caller

The Soul Caller
Author: Ana Peters
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2011-08-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1465357343

A dramatic story of brotherhood, magic, and spiritual growth. Two young men from Laos immigrate to Minnesota, U.S.A., during the Vietnam War. Enemies and rivals for the love of a village woman who stayed behind, each tries to resolve his confusion about living in a new culture and the loss of their beloved beauty, Zoua Lee. For Pao Moua, Zoua comes alive in his paintings of the village. On dark nights, from a mural lit by headlights, she speaks to Pao and helps him find a way to accept his new life. For Lue Vang, there is no such understanding. He turns to gang life, and must kill or be killed by his gang brothers. In trying to help Lue Vang, Pao nearly loses his life, but in the process he undergoes a life-changing experience that will lead him to become the shaman he always wanted to become. On the other hand, Lue Vang must leave the city to stay alive, but he leaves transformed after seeing a vision of Zoua Lee and saving Paos life. In the end, he realizes his own courage.

The Return of the Dwarves Book 2

The Return of the Dwarves Book 2
Author: Markus Heitz
Publisher: Arcadia
Total Pages: 453
Release: 2024-10-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1529424909

The hero Tungdil Goldhand vanished years ago. Until the gem-carver Goïmron discovers Tungdil's diary . . . and finds that the last entries are terrifyingly recent. Goïmron gathers a small band of trusted companions, and they set off to find Tungdil and save Girdlegard from the mysterious Albae. But the story's only half-over. Brabandor's on the trail of something extraordinary; Rodana is trying to change her fate, and Klaey remains an unknown quantity: his lust for power is unparalleled, and he'll do anything to get it. And the most worrying question of all . . . will their quest, change Goïmron himself? The epic conclusion to the story begun in The Return of the Dwarves Book 1, filled with action, adventure, and a discovery that might change life in Girdlegard for everyone . . . forever.

History Of Medicine In Chinese Culture, A (In 2 Volumes)

History Of Medicine In Chinese Culture, A (In 2 Volumes)
Author: Boying Ma
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 1320
Release: 2020-02-20
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9813238003

This book set covers the last 3000 years of Chinese Medicine, as a broadly flowing river, from its source to its mouth. It takes the story from the very beginnings in proto-scientific China to the modern age, with a wealth of historical and cultural detail. It is unique in presenting many anecdotes, sayings, and excerpts from the traditional classics.The content is organized into four parts. Part one focuses on the medical activities in Chinese primitive society and the characteristic features of the witchcraft stage of medicine. Part two traces the progress of Chinese medicine as it entered the stage of natural philosophy. It also discusses how other aspects of philosophy, religion, and politics influenced Chinese medical theory and practice at the time. Chinese medicine, having a kind of social existence, was also impacted by the natural and social environment, and multiple cultural factors. Some of these factors are discussed in Part three. The last part concludes by examining the cultural process of Chinese medicine in history and offers a glimpse into the future of Chinese Medicine.

The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down

The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down
Author: Anne Fadiman
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2012-04-24
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0374533407

Winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction, this brilliantly reported and beautifully crafted book explores the clash between a medical center in California and a Laotian refugee family over their care of a child.

Black Hammer: Visions Volume 2

Black Hammer: Visions Volume 2
Author: Scott Snyder
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 124
Release: 2022-02-22
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 150672552X

This collection launches the second part of a special two volume series of exciting stories taking place in the world of Jeff Lemire (Sweet Tooth, Moon Knight) and Dean Ormston’s (Neil Gaiman's The Sandman, Books of Magick: Life During Wartime) Eisner Award–winning Black Hammer superhero comics. Creators such as Kelly Thompson, Cullen Bunn, Cecil Castellucci, Scott Snyder and many more of comics’ top talents take on some of the greatest heroes and villains of Spiral City! This graphic novel collects Black Hammer: Visions #5-8 and also features a sketchbook section and pinups by Yuko Shimizu, Veronica Fish, Dan Brereton, Annie Wu, Brian Hurtt, and more! Featuring tales of the cult heroes and villains of Spiral City such as the Horseless Rider, Ms. Moonbeam, Cthu-Lou, and Skulldigger!

Mattering the Invisible

Mattering the Invisible
Author: Diana Espírito Santo
Publisher: Berghahn Books
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2021-05-14
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1800730675

Exploring how technological apparatuses “capture” invisible worlds, this book looks at how spirits, UFOs, discarnate entities, spectral energies, atmospheric forces and particles are mattered into existence by human minds. Technological and scientific discourse has always been central to the nineteenth- and early twentieth-century spiritualist quest for legitimacy, but as this book shows, machines, people, and invisible beings are much more ontologically entangled in their definitions and constitution than we would expect. The book shows this entanglement through a series of contemporary case studies where the realm of the invisible arises through technological engagement, and where the paranormal intertwines with modern technology.

Body and Emotion

Body and Emotion
Author: Robert R. Desjarlais
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2011-09-16
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0812206428

Body and Emotion is a study of the relationship between culture and emotional distress, an examination of the cultural forces that influence, make sense of, and heal severe pain and malaise. In order to investigate this relationship, Robert R. Desjarlais served as an apprentice healer among the Yolmo Sherpa, a Tibetan Buddhist people who reside in the Helambu region of north-central Nepal.

The Lhota Nagas

The Lhota Nagas
Author: James Philip Mills
Publisher: Asian Educational Services
Total Pages: 348
Release: 1922
Genre: Social Science
ISBN:

Traveling Spirits

Traveling Spirits
Author: Gertrud Hüwelmeier
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2009-12-04
Genre: History
ISBN: 1135224161

Globalisation has provided tools for religious actors and organisations to thrive in migrant communities, as fluid transnational networks help project messages across borders and from a local to a global audience. This volume addresses several under-examined questions of religious practices within migrant communities and transnational religious networks.

COLLECTION OF DH LAWRENCE (SET OF 2 BOOKS) (SELECTED STORIES OF DH LAWRENCE/ THE RAINBOW/ ENGLAND, MY ENGLAND) VOL-4

COLLECTION OF DH LAWRENCE (SET OF 2 BOOKS) (SELECTED STORIES OF DH LAWRENCE/ THE RAINBOW/ ENGLAND, MY ENGLAND) VOL-4
Author: DH Lawrence
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 915
Release: 2022-06-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Collection of D.H. Lawrence (Set of 2 Books) (Selected Stories of D.H. Lawrence/ The Rainbow/ England, My England) Vol-4 by D.H. Lawrence: Selected Stories of D.H. Lawrence: Immerse yourself in the world of D.H. Lawrence's captivating short stories. This collection showcases the author's mastery of storytelling, exploring themes of love, desire, human nature, and the complexities of relationships. With his vivid prose and deep insights, Lawrence crafts tales that resonate with readers and offer a glimpse into the human psyche. The Rainbow: Follow the multi-generational saga of the Brangwen family in this powerful novel by D.H. Lawrence. "The Rainbow" explores the lives, loves, and struggles of its characters, offering a rich portrayal of English provincial life and the societal constraints of the early 20th century. Lawrence's exploration of human passions and desires makes this novel a timeless and thought-provoking read. England, My England: In this collection of essays, D.H. Lawrence reflects on various aspects of English society and culture. His keen observations and unfiltered opinions shed light on the complexities of his homeland and its people. From critical analyses of literary figures to reflections on the changing landscapes of England, Lawrence's essays offer valuable insights into the era in which he lived. This set of two books presents a comprehensive selection of D.H. Lawrence's works, showcasing his literary brilliance and profound observations on the human condition. From his celebrated short stories to the sweeping narrative of "The Rainbow" and his thought-provoking essays, this collection provides readers with a deeper understanding of Lawrence's literary legacy. Whether you are a devoted fan of his writing or a newcomer to his works, "Collection of D.H. Lawrence" promises an enriching and unforgettable reading experience.