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Now updated to include newer maps and photos, this comprehensive guidebook to the Camino de Santiago and its offshoots contains all the information needed by modern-day pilgrims wishing to walk the sacred Way of St. James. Overview route planners plus daily stage maps and detailed town plans help sojourners with all the advance preparation they need. The maps feature contour guides to help disting

Think you know movies? This game of trivia will put your knowledge to the test with over 1000 questions. You may be able to list every one of Spielberg and Hitchcock´s movies, but what about those lesser-known directors? You might be a Meryl Streep or Katherine Hepburn obsessive, but do you know what role they got their starts in? If you think you know everything about movies, Film Buff will put

In a very scholarly way, Karen Davis explores the unnatural history of the turkey. Where did the bird come from? How was it treated by Native Americans? What place did the turkey have in their mythology? Why is the turkey called 'turkey'? (And who would have guessed there could be so many compelling theories!?) What happened between the turkey being taken to Europe and then reintroduced to North A

The Georgia Guidestones are a collection of standing stones near Elberton, Georgia. Built in 1980, they are primarily composed of six slabs of granite: one central pillar, four "major" stones that fan out from the center, and a capstone. The capstone has engravings on all four of its sides in four different ancient languages, all of which read, "Let these be guidestones to an Age of Reason," when

Find peace and calm amid the busyness of your life with this mindfulness meditation book by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. Designed to be both inspiration and guidebook for those new to mindfulness practice, Making Space offers easy-to-follow instructions for setting up a breathing room, listening to a bell, sitting, breathing, and walking meditations, and cooking and eating a meal in mindfulness. Wh

Abstract Expressionism was the defining movement in American art during the years following World War II, making New York City the centre of the international art scene. But what the heck did it mean! The drips, the spills, the splashes, the blotches of colour, the wild spontaneous energy—signifying what?ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM FOR BEGINNERS will not only help you understand, but, also, appreciate

Credited as bringing feng shui to the Western mainstream, this influential classic offers a uniquely holistic approach to feng shui—one focused on initiating change from the inside and out. Discover the foundational principles of the ancient Chinese practice of feng shui—and how you can apply them to your relationships, community, and home—with “the most user-friendly translati

Prominent meditation scholar and teacher Shinzen Young shows you how to achieve and apply the benefits of meditation to your daily life. Increase your self-discipline and powers of concentration, cultivate new spiritual insights, and gain a natural, loving compassion for yourself and the world around you.

Offers advice on planning an interesting wedding shower, including fifty party themes from an elegant dinner party to an informal Oktoberfest .

-- The Best Man Brings Down the House with A Hilarious Story -- The Bridegroom Recites A Touching Poem -- The Father of the Groom Gives An Eloquent and Emotional Toast This can happen at your wedding! Diane Warner's Complete Book of Wedding Toasts ensures that the perfect speech enhances your reception. The author's guidance and foolproof tactics make any person seem like a seasoned speaker.

Diane Warner's Complete Book of Wedding Vows, Revised Edition is the only book devoted solely to helping you prepare and personalize your vows so they are as unique and special as every other aspect of your wedding. The first Edition has sold more than 100,000 copies. It is one of the largest compilations of vows ever assembled, a practical user-friendly guide that helps couples compose personaliz

Finally, a practical guide to wedding ceremonies that not only includes the traditional, but creative, personalized ideas for the 21st century bride and groom. Diane Warner's Contemporary Guide to Wedding Ceremonies answers all of your questions, including: *What are the minimal elements required for a legal ceremony? * How do we choose our ceremony venue? * How do we choose our officiant? * What

Learn how to do powerful, practical magic when you use candles and call on the saints in Reverend Ray T. Malbrough's The Magical Power of the Saints. This book can be your personal guide to help you call on the saints as your spiritual allies.

The last time you whistled a tune or hummed a song-why did you choose that one? You may not consider yourself a musical person, but your little act of unintended music may be the key to unlocking within you a wealth of unsuspected creativity-a kind of creativity that goes way beyond music, too. Lane Arye, PhD, a musician himself, focuses on the music that people do not intend to make. Using the

Wishing to escape the urban rat race, freelance writer and editor, Stephanie Marohn, moved to rural northern California in 1993. Life was sweet. She was a busy freelancer. In return for reduced rent, she fed and cared for two horses and a donkey. Her life was full. And then, the farm animals started to appear: a miniature white horse, a donkey, sheep and chickens, followed by deer and other wildli

“May the curse of Mary Malone and her nine blind illegitimate children chase you so far over the Hills of Damnation that the Lord himself can't find you with a telescope. “The Irish are renowned for their unrivalled capacity to spin a yarn and tell a story. They have a singular gift for gab and delight in the art of conversation. Being Irish means finding both humour and insight on life's roller c

This 52-card deck cleverly incorporates the suit marks into the charming artwork. Each state card features an illustration and informative caption about the state's history, products or natural beauty. Each cards identifies its capital and abbreviation. In addition to the 50 states, playing cards are provided for Washington, DC and Puerto Rico. Key cards make it easy to find your state by suit mar

This profoundly powerful deck explores the healing and protective power of Mother Mary. Through the guiding wisdom of this oracle, she helps you connect with knowledge of your own spiritual potency and divinity so that you may experience peace and love in your life. 44 luminously illustrated cards capture the true essence of Mother Mary’s extraordinary energy and unconditional love.