"e;Master storyteller Joshua Greene reveals the true, thrilling adventure story of Bhaktivedanta Prabhupada, a modern-day spiritual giant."e; -Sharon Gannon, author and cofounder of Jivamukti YogaIn 1965, a seventy-year-old man-soon to be known as Prabhupada-set sail from India to America with a few books in his bag, pennies in his pockets, and a message of love in his heart. He landed in New York at the peak of the revolutionary counterculture movement of the '60s, and went on to spark a global spiritual renaissance that led to the creation of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), which has changed millions of lives. Through the depiction of Prabhupada as both an enlightened luminary and a personable, funny, and conscientious individual, Swami in a Strange Land shows why cultural icons such as George Harrison and Allen Ginsberg incorporated Prabhupada's teachings into their lives, and why millions more around the globe embarked upon the path of bhakti yoga in his footsteps. Carefully researched, skillfully crafted, and extraordinarily intimate, this narrative follows Prabhupada as he rises from an anonymous monk to a world-renowned spiritual leader. Set in locations as far ranging as remote Himalayan caves and the gilded corridors of Paris's City Hall, Swami in a Strange Land traces the rise of Eastern spirituality in the West-and in particular, the rise of yoga culture and vegetarianism and the concepts of karma and reincarnation. A remarkable journey into the deepest dimensions of the human experience, Swami in a Strange Land shows how one man with a dream can change the world."e;[A] story of timeless love."e; -Radhanath Swami, author of The Journey Home
"e;Beautifully expressive . . . [a] cautionary tale of tempers, perfect for children still learning when it's okay to bawl and when it's not."e; -Foreword ReviewsBilly never misses an opportunity to throw a tantrum. One day, when his parents don't let him buy a new toy, Billy starts crying so much that he floods the house with tears! Fortunately, he has his very large cat with him to drink up all of the water. Waking up to his parents in a dry house, Billy learns an important lesson about the consequences of tantrums.
Fallout is the post-nuclear role-playing game that defined a genre. This finely crafted journal is illustrated with the game's iconic retro-futuristic art—a mix of 1950s and post-apocalyptic styles—beloved by fans. Featuring Vault Boy and Vault-Tec illustrations on its endpapers, this journal is guaranteed to delight the game's massive following.
A comprehensive yoga asana guide, with over 800 unique poses performed by renowned practitioner Yogrishi Vishvketu. *Also appeared in October Buyer's Notes*
Discover the incredible story behind the creation of A Monster Calls, the new film from visionary director J. A. Bayona (The Impossible), based on the acclaimed novel by Patrick Ness.A Monster Calls tells the story of Conor O’Malley (Lewis MacDougall), a young boy whose world has been turned upside down by his mother’s (Felicity Jones) terminal illness. Conor’s life is thrown further into disarray when he is visited by a gigantic monster, formed from the bark of a tree in a nearby churchyard. The monster vows to tell Conor three stories over several visits and demands that Conor must then tell his own story. As his mother’s health worsens and Conor struggles to deal with everyday life and the visits of the monster, he must confront his worst fears to survive. Also featuring the voice of Liam Neeson as the monster, plus an exceptional performance by Sigourney Weaver as Conor’s grandmother, A Monster Calls is an emotionally gripping tale delivered with style and panache by director J. A. Bayona, whose next film is the much-anticipated Jurassic World 2. This book tells the full story of the creation of A Monster Calls through revealing interviews with the cast and crew—including Bayona, MacDougall, Jones, Neeson, and Weaver—and stunning behind-the-scenes visuals, such as concept art and on-set stills. The Art of A Monster Calls also delves into the electrifying special effects that bring the titular behemoth to life and the creation of the unique animated segments that accompany the monster’s stories in the film. The ultimate companion to one of the most exceptional films of 2016, The Art of A Monster Calls is a must-have for film fans.
Take a wild ride with the Myrtle Beach Safari and witness the heartwarming interspecies friendships created there.Wild Family reminds us that friendships aren’t just for humans. When the struggles of living in the wild are removed, all kinds of animals can become best buds. This collection of extraordinary stories and amazing photographs chronicles seven such interspecies friendships. Meet Pharos, a restless black Lab who finds his purpose in life when introduced to Apollo and Odin, two liger cubs who need someone to look up to. Follow chimpanzee Anjana as she helps raise white tiger cubs born prematurely during a hurricane. And get to know orangutan Suryia and his best friend, Roscoe the hound dog, whose magical friendship has inspired videos and books—the proceeds from which have been donated to save endangered orangutan habitats in Borneo and Sumatra. The stories are told by Myrtle Beach Safari’s own Bhagavan “Doc” Antle, renowned animal conservationist and the preserve’s founder. Each of these heartwarming tales reminds us that, just like humans, animals are capable of empathy, compassion, and love.
Art Wolfe’s definitive opus, Earth Is My Witness represents forty years of expeditionary photography. For the first time, Wolfe presents the three subjects at the heart of his work—landscapes, wildlife, and cultures on the edge of extinction—in a single masterpiece that takes us through the world’s ecosystems and geographical regions in a vivid display of the fragility and interconnectivity of life on Earth, while simultaneously exploring his evolution as an artist and the techniques he uses to capture the nuances and rhythms of nature.Earth Is My Witness is the most extensive collection of Art Wolfe photography ever compiled. This lavishly produced work spans the globe, bringing the beauty of the planet’s fast-disappearing landscapes, wildlife, and cultures into stunning focus. Containing unpublished work from throughout Wolfe’s widely celebrated career, Earth Is My Witness offers a riveting and comprehensive look at the world’s ecosystems and geographical regions. Here Wolfe presents an encyclopedic selection of his photography along with intimate stories that exemplify his boundless curiosity. From the rich sights and smells of the Pushkar Camel Fair to the exact moment when a polar bear and her cubs leave their Arctic den, these images represent what Wolfe has lived for: moments when circumstance, light, and subject miraculously collide to form an iconic image. These photographs and the stories behind them explore the delicate interconnectivity of life across our planet. Setting the stage for this fascinating journey is award-winning author Wade Davis. Together, photographer and author present a world that borders on the fantastic but is all the more precious for its fragility. At the heart of Wolfe’s work is the appeal for environmental, cultural, and wildlife preservation, which he makes with beautiful, far-reaching precision in this definitive opus.
Celebrate Scott C's world of imaginative art in this beautiful set of notecards.
The adventures of the Baker Street Irregulars continue in the third volume of the award-winning comics series based on Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes stories.The Baker Street Four are back in a new adventure full of action and mystery! When Sherlock Holmes tragically disappears into the Reichenbach Falls with Professor Moriarty, his sworn enemy, Billy, Charlie, and Tom—and Watson the cat—must begin a new life without their mentor. But an unexpected encounter brings our young heroes a mysterious kidnapping case. The junior detective team finds itself in a secret war against the former associates of Professor Moriarty, and a series of twists and dangerous pitfalls leads to a terrible tragedy. Nothing will ever be the same for the Baker Street Four! Hailed by critics and audiences, The Baker Street Four has received numerous awards and was featured at Angoulême in 2012. Insight Editions is proud to continue bringing this exciting story to English audiences worldwide.
Write as if from the desk of the Bard himself with this Shakespeare-themed stationery set. Often considered to be the greatest poet in the English language, William Shakespeare is the writer of such classic plays as Hamlet, Macbeth, King Lear, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. His work is known for its elegant, rhythmic (and often bawdy) verse and universal themes such as love and marriage, war and politics, madness and revenge. Now readers can celebrate their love of Shakespeare with this finely crafted literary stationery set. Designed for the letter-writers, note-takers, and card-senders of the world, this stationery set includes: - 20 blank notecards, featuring classic Shakespeare quotes - 20 envelopes - 20 embossed gold sticker seals - A hardcover pocket journal - Keepsake box for storage Designed to look like a classic book of Shakespearean verse, this collectible set gives fans a unique way to celebrate the words and legacy of their favorite playwright.
Celebrate the hit television show The Flash with this deluxe writing journal, emblazoned with the S.T.A.R. Labs logo. A premier research and development facility, S.T.A.R. Labs built a next-generation particle accelerator, which they claimed would provide energy to all of Central City. However, the accelerator exploded shortly after it was activated, releasing a dark matter energy wave. When forensic scientist Barry Allen was hit by lightning, the power of the energy wave imbued him with super abilities and led him to become the speedster known as The Flash, using his powers to fight crime and save Central City. Now largely defunct, S.T.A.R. Labs operates as the headquarters for Team Flash. With sturdy construction and sewn binding, this journal lies flat, and the 192 ruled, acid-free pages of high-quality heavy stock paper take both pen and pencil nicely to invite a flow of inspiration. Includes a ribbon placeholder, elastic closure, and 7.5 x 4.5–inch back pocket, perfect for holding photographs and mementos.
For people who love dogs and New York, this is a visual celebration of the vibrant dog community of New York City, CANINES OF NEW YORK collects more than 500 photographs taken by acclaimed Brooklyn-based photographer Heather Weston in every borough of this dog-loving city.A visual celebration, Canines of New York collects more than 300 photographers taken by acclaimed Brooklyn-based photographer Heather Weston throughout the five boroughs of this incredible, dog-loving city. Featuring pups in every part of the Big Apple, from iconic landmarks to their owners’ brownstone steps, this is the perfect gift for every dog lover.
Journey Into Africa through the lens of National Geographic photographer Frans Lanting, whose images have created an enduring vision of Africa’s diverse landscapes and wildlife.Into Africa: The Poster Portfolio showcases a range of iconic photography from Frans Lanting, one of the world’s most renowned nature photographers. During three decades of fieldwork and assignments for National Geographic, Lanting captured moments of intimacy with some of the world’s most endangered animals. Showcased in these posters, Lanting’s stunning, close-up images create an enduring vision of Africa’s wildlife. Each of the twelve oversized, full-color posters are printed on high-quality card stock paper and can be easily pulled from the book, allowing lovers of photography, nature, and wildlife to bring the wilds of Africa into their home or office.
Journey Into Africa through the lens of National Geographic photographer Frans Lanting, whose images have created an enduring vision of Africa’s diverse landscapes and wildlife.The Into Africa: Blank Boxed Notecards showcase four iconic images from the landmark Smithsonian exhibit, Into Africa, which features more than thirty years of fieldwork by Frans Lanting, one of the world’s most renowned nature photographers. The exhibit was produced as a partnership with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, the National Geographic Society, and the World Wildlife Fund. During three decades of fieldwork and assignments for National Geographic, Lanting encountered otherworldly vistas and captured moments of intimacy with some of the world’s most endangered animals. As seen here through these stunning photographic notecards, Lanting creates an enduring vision of Africa and demonstrates what is at stake for its wildlife and wild places. This boxed set features twenty folded cards in five sets of four images. Each image is displayed beautifully in full-color on the front cover with a blank interior for notes and a lined envelope to send the card in—everything you need to share a little slice of the magnificent Into Africa exhibit with all of your friends and loved ones.
A celebration of fan-favorite moments and characters from The Big Bang Theory, featuring a gallery of forty removable posters.This deluxe poster collection features all of the most memorable, hilarious moments and characters from the hit television series The Big Bang Theory, including Leonard, Sheldon, Penny, and the rest of the gang. Each poster is easy-to-remove and perfect for displaying, making this collection of iconic series images the perfect way for devoted fans to show their love for the quirky comedy.
Chronicle your own super-smart exploits with The Big Bang Theory Hardcover Ruled Journal, featuring fan-favorite images from the blockbuster television series. The Big Bang Theory has garnered a devoted international fan base for its quirky characters, heartfelt humor, and fresh look at modern culture. Now fans can celebrate their TBBT love with this exclusive journal features key characters and elements from the show. With sturdy construction and sewn binding, this journal lies flat, and the 192 lined, acid-free pages of high-quality heavy stock paper take both pen and pencil nicely to invite a flow of inspiration. All this, plus a ribbon placeholder, elastic closure, and 7.5 x 4.5–inch back pocket, perfect for holding photographs and mementos, makes The Big Bang Theory Hardcover Ruled Journal an excellent companion to the hit television show.
Enter the epic fantasy world of HBO’s Game of Thrones with this pocket-size notebook featuring the sigil of House Stark. Noble, stoic, resilient, and known for the motto “Winter Is Coming,” House Stark has endured some of the darkest periods in the history of Westeros. The Stark family’s notably grim outlook on life acts as a necessary shield against the brutalities of the Seven Kingdoms. Displaying the direwolf on their sigil, the Starks are just as loyal and fierce as the creature itself, making them perhaps the most honorable family in the land, and as a result, often the most maligned.
This dynamic poster book joins Insight Editions’ hugely successful Game of Thrones: The Poster Collection series with forty new posters from seasons five and six. Rediscover the iconic imagery of HBO’s Game of Thrones with this poster collection featuring stunning images from the award-winning series’ fifth and sixth seasons. The collection includes beautiful portraits of key characters, including Jon Snow, Daenerys Targaryen, and Tyrion Lannister, as well as exquisitely designed marketing art. Each poster is easy to remove and frame and is perfect for display. Official HBO Licensed Product © 2017 Home Box Office, Inc. All Rights Reserved. HBO and related trademarks are the property of Home Box Office, Inc.
Collects insightful quotes written in Tibetan calligraphy with photos of Buddhas from around the world.
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