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Bouillon de poulet pour l'âme des Québécois: des histoires de chez nous qui réchauffent le coeur et remontent le moral
Par Jack Canfield, Mark Hansen, Sylvain Dion. 2012
" 106 histoires vraies et inspirantes de toutes les régions du Québec, avec des auteurs de tous les coins. Écrites…
par des Québécois et pour des Québécois, ces histoires présentent une vaste mosaïque de la vie dans cette belle province que les gens appellent leur chez-soi. " -- 4e de couvLa soif de bonheur
Par Mario Proulx. 2012
" Que cela soit dans le cadre professionnel où dans lintimité, chaque individu tente de sépanouir au quotidien. Cela représente…
néanmoins un défi permanent, car le désir dêtre heureux se heurte bien souvent à une série dobstacles. Dailleurs, la conception de ce sentiment évolue en fonction des valeurs et des ambitions de chacun. Mario Proulx sinterroge : Quest-ce qui compte le plus : rechercher à tout prix le bonheur ou simplement vivre le plus intensément possible? À partir de ce postulat, le journaliste donne la parole à quinze personnalités, issues de différents domaines. Son objectif est dessayer dappréhender les diverses facettes dune notion jugée souvent indescriptible. Car après tout, quest-ce qui est susceptible de nous apporter de la joie ? Fonder une famille, réussir une carrière ou être bien entouré peuvent être quelques pistes intéressantes. Mais à lheure de la globalisation, les réseaux sociaux posent aussi la question de lintimité et de la virtualité de certains liens. Et même sil ny a pas de véritable recette du bonheur, cet essai évoque des parcours de vie qui peuvent trouver échos dans lexpérience du lecteur. " -- 4e de couvJohnny & Sylvie (Couples mythiques)
Par Bernard Violet. 2008
« Ce fut une très belle histoire de jeunesse, confie Sylvie. C'était viscéral, sensuel, fort et emporté, mais comme toutes…
les passions, elles se brûlent avec le temps. » De son côté, Johnny a toujours répété qu'il a gardé pour Sylvie une grande tendresse et le souvenir ému d'un temps révolu. Un quart de siècle, déjà, pour cet événement qui plongea la France en émoi. Comme l'avait fait, quarante ans plus tôt, la rencontre des deux jeunes gens en plein coeur de la vague « yé-yé »... -- 4e de couvSaint-Castin: baron français, chef amérindien, [1652-1707
Par Marjolaine Saint-Pierre. 1999
Baron français, chef amérindien, figure légendaire, Jean-Vincent d'Abbadie de Saint-Castin répond aux critères qui fascinent à toutes les époques: aventures,…
intrigues, drames, amours et réussite financière. Il y a d'abord un adolescent, orphelin de mère depuis sa naissance, qui quitte son Béarn natal avec le fameux régiment de Carignan-Salières et vient combattre les Iroquois en Nouvelle-France. Puis, un jeune lieutenant qui va assurer la présence française aux frontières de l'Acadie. Il y a ensuite des Indiens, des pirates et des contrebandiers, le chef Madockawando et sa fille qui devient baronne, des expéditions en raquettes et des batailles, des prisonniers et des rançons. Il y a enfin l'anti-héros, le beau-frère qui multiplie les traquenards et les pièges judiciaires pour conserver un héritage dont il s'est injustement accaparé. Celui qui avait conquis l'admiration des Abénaquis et terrorisé les Puritains a perdu cette dernière bataille mais sa légende est toujours vivante, particulièrement en Nouvelle-Angleterre, et il a de nombreux descendants des deux côtés de l'AtlantiqueComment faire face et aller mieux quand tout va mal
Par Virginie Giorgis. 2009
Quand une épreuve aussi douloureuse qu'une rupture, un deuil, une maladie... vous tombe dessus, vous commencez par penser que vous…
ne vous en relèverez jamais. Mais ces épreuves de la vie ne sont pas insurmontables et vous pouvez vous y préparer avant même qu'elles ne surviennent, en développant vos forces et en goûtant aux petites choses du quotidien. Et s'il arrive que le drame vous prenne de plein fouet, des solutions existent pour faire face, à chaque étape. Car ces étapes sont bien identifiées aujourd'hui : le choc d'abord, l'impression de déconnexion, la peur, la colère. Oui, vous pouvez tout surmonter. Avec intelligence et sensibilité, ce livre ouvre des portes, dévoile des coins de ciel bleu, montre la voie du mieux-être, quelles que soient les circonstances. Résolument positif et convaincant, il fait mieux que de rendre l'espoir : il croit en vous ! -- 4e de couvOzark voices: oral histories from the heartland
Par Alex Sandy Primm. 2022
Discover the stories passed down over time from the people of the Ozark region. Oral history is shared through the…
years to provide a perspective on the landscape and people who inhabit the beautiful, culturally rich area. These oral histories show essential connections among settlers in a challenging landscape. Written to inspire history buffs, outdoor enthusiasts, travelers, tycoons in training and students of all ages, this path-breaking collection will take readers deep into a region averse to change, tricky to know, yet brimming with American culture. Adult. Some strong languageMother tongue: The surprising history of women's words
Par Jenni Nuttall. 2023
"A fascinating look at how we talk about women. . . . Dense with information and anecdotes, Mother Tongue touches…
on the hilarious and the devastating, with ample dashes of an ingredient so painfully absent from most discussions of sex and gender: humor." ―Lisa Selin Davis, The Washington Post "[Nuttall] examines the origins of words used over many centuries to describe women’s bodies, desires, pregnancies, work lives, sexual victimhood, and stages of life. . . . Her research is comprehensive enough that even longtime word enthusiasts will find plenty of new trivia." ―The New Yorker An enlightening linguistic journey through a thousand years of feminist language—and what we can learn from the vivid vocabulary that English once had for women’s bodies, experiences, and sexuality So many of the words that we use to chronicle women’s lives feel awkward or alien. Medical terms are scrupulously accurate but antiseptic. Slang and obscenities have shock value, yet they perpetuate taboos. Where are the plain, honest words for women’s daily lives? Mother Tongue is a historical investigation of feminist language and thought, from the dawn of Old English to the present day. Dr. Jenni Nuttall guides readers through the evolution of words that we have used to describe female bodies, menstruation, women’s sexuality, the consequences of male violence, childbirth, women’s paid and unpaid work, and gender. Along the way, she challenges our modern language’s ability to insightfully articulate women’s shared experiences by examining the long-forgotten words once used in English for female sexual and reproductive organs. Nuttall also tells the story of words like womb and breast , whose meanings have changed over time, as well as how anatomical words such as hysteria and hysterical came to have such loaded legacies. Inspired by today’s heated debates about words like womxn and menstruators —and by more personal conversations with her teenage daughter—Nuttall describes the profound transformations of the English language. In the process, she unearths some surprisingly progressive thinking that challenges our assumptions about the past—and, in some cases, puts our twenty-first-century society to shame. Mother Tongue is a rich, provocative book for anyone who loves language—and for feminists who want to look to the past in order to move forwardOld-fashioned on purpose: Cultivating a slower, more joyful life
Par Jill Winger. 2023
"In a world where so many of us are craving a life of simplicity and meaning, Old-Fashioned on Purpose gives…
you the roadmap to rediscovering what really matters." —Hal Elrod, bestselling author of The Miracle Morning With a foreword from singer, songwriter, and New York Times bestselling author Rory Feek Creator of The Prairie Homestead blog and the Old-Fashioned On Purpose podcast Jill Winger reveals that the secrets to finding happiness today is by turning to the lost arts of the past When the pandemic hit in 2020, flour and vegetable seeds flew off the shelves. But homesteader and entrepreneur Jill Winger believes these longings for sourdough bread and fresh veggies are more than a trend. As our society races toward progress, we've left something important behind. We are more connected than ever before, yet we're still feeling unfulfilled. In Old-Fashioned on Purpose, Winger shows how simplifying our lives and adopting retro skills such as gardening and handiwork can be the key to creating the happy and healthy life we're yearning for. Inside these pages, readers will learn: How to find joy in the kitchen (even if you hate to cook) Proven strategies for growing your own groceries The surprising stress-relievers that can be found in your backyard How to craft a more grounded routine and save money in the process Clever tips and creative DIYs to help you embark on your old-fashioned journey You don't have to live on a farm to cultivate a simpler life. This inspiring and practical book offers a powerful new sense of purpose, with plenty of tomatoes, chickens, and bread making along the wayEnchantment: Awakening wonder in an anxious age
Par Katherine May. 2023
#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER "When I tell you that I dogeared almost every page in this book, I'm telling God's honest…
truth. I didn't know how much I needed someone else to validate what I was going through. The sense that I had lost my curiosity, my imagination, my ability to make meaning." – NPR Morning Edition host Rachel Martin "Such a teacher for every single person who is trying to live closer to who they were born to be and not who the world tamed them to be." – New York Times bestselling author Glennon Doyle on We Can Do Hard Things "I love Katherine May’s new book, Enchantment .…It’s a beautiful offering of light, truth and charm in these strange, dark times." – New York Times bestselling author Anne Lamott "Katherine May gave so many of us language and vision for the long communal ‘wintering’ of the last years. Welcome this beautiful meditation for the time we've now entered. I cannot imagine a more gracious companion. This book is a gift." – New York Times bestselling author Krista Tippett "Gentle inspiration for those who feel exhausted or helpless… May shows how paying deliberate attention to what’s around us can surprise us with insights and reveal new connections that deepen our appreciation for the world." – Washington Post From the New York Times –bestselling author of Wintering , an invitation to rediscover the feelings of awe and wonder available to us all Many of us feel trapped in a grind of constant change: rolling news cycles, the chatter of social media, our families split along partisan lines. We feel fearful and tired, on edge in our bodies, not quite knowing what has us perpetually depleted. For Katherine May, this low hum of fatigue and anxiety made her wonder what she was missing. Could there be a different way to relate to the world, one that would allow her to feel more rested and at ease, even as seismic changes unfold on the planet? Might there be a way for all of us to move through life with curiosity and tenderness, sensitized to the subtle magic all around? In Enchantment , May invites the reader to come with her on a journey to reawaken our innate sense of wonder and awe. With humor, candor, and warmth, she shares stories of her own struggles with work, family, and the aftereffects of pandemic, particularly feelings of overwhelm as the world rushes to reopen. Craving a different way to live, May begins to explore the restorative properties of the natural world, moving through the elements of earth, water, fire, and air and identifying the quiet traces of magic that can be found only when we look for them. Through deliberate attention and ritual, she unearths the potency and nourishment that come from quiet reconnection with our immediate environment. Blending lyricism and storytelling, sensitivity and empathy, Enchantment invites each of us to open the door to human experience in all its sensual complexity, and to find the beauty waiting for us thereThis place of promise: a historian's perspective on 200 years of Missouri history
Par Gary R Kremer. 2021
This book highlights the ways in which the forces of history have shaped the lives of Missouri's residents, for good…
and bad, over the course of 200 years of statehood. Among the key elements of the book is the centrality of race to the Missouri experience, the continuing struggle over the role of government in individual lives, the causes and consequences of the decline in agrarianism and the rise in urbanization in the 20th century, and the ways in which Missourians have dealt with challenges such as war, pandemics, economic depression, and political discord throughout the history of the state. AdultThe Inca: lost civilizations (Lost Civilizations)
Par Kevin J Lane. 2022
The war that made the Roman Empire: Antony, Cleopatra, and Octavian at Actium
Par Barry S Strauss. 2022
The magnificent barbarians: little-told tales of the Texas Revolution
Par Bill Walraven. 1993
Early Texans, who came from Europe, Mexico, and the United States, were a rough and often crude breed. Once in…
Texas it was considered impolite for anyone to inquire into another's past, since so many of the settlers had run away from scandal of some sort. The authors feature all of these barbarians who took part in the Texas Revolution, offering personal backgrounds along with motivations. For junior and senior high and adult readersSoon: an overdue history of procrastination, from Leonardo and Darwin to you and me
Par Andrew Santella. 2018
Draws on the stories of history's most notable habitual postponers and on the insights of psychologists, philosophers, and behavioral economists…
to explain why procrastination happens and how it can help promote healthy priorities Adult. UnratedAmerican dreams: the United States since 1945
Par H. W Brands. 2010
Suncoast empire: Bertha Honoré Palmer, her family, and the rise of Sarasota, 1910-1982
Par Frank A Cassell. 2017
In 1910, Bertha Honore? Parker ventured to the gulf coast of Florida to investigate real estate opportunities, launching her family's…
decades-long development of the Sarasota area. Parker, a businesswoman, women's rights activist, and Queen of Chicago Society, initiated infrastructure, expanded agriculture, and navigated political hiccups to lay the foundation for Sarasota's growth and legacy. Adult. Some strong languageA concise history of Azerbaijan
Par Jahangir Zeynaloglu. 1997
"This brief but informative book is one of the first works by the 20th century Azerbaijani historians. The author describes…
the rich and turbulent history of Azerbaijan covering essentially all major periods of the Azerbaijani history: ancient times, various Azerbaijani Turkic dynasties in the Middle Ages, Independent Khanates, and the events preceding the establishment of the Azerbaijani Democratic Republic, the first Turkic and Muslim republic in history. The book contains interesting facts for the general reader as well as experts on Azerbaijan." -- Provided by publisherThe Battle of Midway (Pivotal moments in American history)
Par Craig L Symonds. 2011
"There are few moments in American history in which the course of events tipped so suddenly and so dramatically as…
at the Battle of Midway. At dawn of June 4, 1942, a rampaging Japanese navy ruled the Pacific. By sunset, their vaunted carrier force (the Kido Butai) had been sunk and their grip on the Pacific had been loosened forever. In this absolutely riveting account of a key moment in the history of World War II, one of America's leading naval historians, Craig L. Symonds paints an unforgettable portrait of ingenuity, courage, and sacrifice. Symonds begins with the arrival of Admiral Chester A. Nimitz at Pearl Harbor after the devastating Japanese attack, and describes the key events leading to the climactic battle, including both Coral Sea-the first battle in history against opposing carrier forces-and Jimmy Doolittle's daring raid of Tokyo. He focuses throughout on the people involved, offering telling portraits of Admirals Nimitz, Halsey, Spruance and numerous other Americans, as well as the leading Japanese figures, including the poker-loving Admiral Yamamoto. Indeed, Symonds sheds much light on the aspects of Japanese culture-such as their single-minded devotion to combat, which led to poorly armored planes and inadequate fire-safety measures on their ships-that contributed to their defeat. The author's account of the battle itself is masterful, weaving together the many disparate threads of attack-attacks which failed in the early going-that ultimately created a five-minute window in which three of the four Japanese carriers were mortally wounded, changing the course of the Pacific war in an eye-blink. Symonds is the first historian to argue that the victory at Midway was not simply a matter of luck, pointing out that Nimitz had equal forces, superior intelligence, and the element of surprise. Nimitz had a strong hand, Symonds concludes, and he rightly expected to win.." -- Provided by publisher"Combining the latest developments and research discoveries, board-certified gastroenterologist and medical host on CNN and Fox News, Dr. Roshini Raj…
shows the ways in which the microbiome impacts overall well-being, and helps readers reset their biological clocks by improving their gut health. With one in four Americans suffering from digestive health issues every day, gut health has become an increasingly important part of wellness. With the human body, so many issues can be improved upon, or cured, by balancing the microbiome. But the microbiome--a community of bacteria, viruses, and yeasts that dwell in the body--has long been something that the average person can find baffling--and maybe a little bit gross. By offering simple and straightforward answers to questions like what one should be eating, what probiotics are, which vitamins and medicines really work, Dr. Raj demystifies the gut. She uses the idea of a home renovation to show how different organs and parts of the body can be "renovated" in order to optimize the microbiome. After all, balancing one's microbiome improves digestive health, brain function, emotional stability, the body's response to inflammation, immunity, and lessens premature aging. Melding the latest developments and discoveries in microbiome research, along with Dr. Raj's practical tips developed from her years of clinical experience, Gut Renovation shows readers how to turn back the biological clock and revamp the way they live forever." -- Provided by publisherVuelos vespertinos (Colección Argumentos (Editorial Anagrama) #564)
Par Helen Macdonald. 2021
"In Vesper Flights Helen Macdonald brings together a collection of her best loved essays, along with new pieces on topics…
ranging from nostalgia for a vanishing countryside to the tribulations of farming ostriches to her own private vespers while trying to fall asleep. Meditating on notions of captivity and freedom, immigration and flight, Helen invites us into her most intimate experiences: observing songbirds from the Empire State Building as they migrate through the Tribute of Light, watching tens of thousands of cranes in Hungary, seeking the last golden orioles in Suffolk's poplar forests. She writes with heart-tugging clarity about wild boar, swifts, mushroom hunting, migraines, the strangeness of birds' nests, and the unexpected guidance and comfort we find when watching wildlife. By one of this century's most important and insightful nature writers, Vesper Flights is a captivating and foundational book about observation, fascination, time, memory, love and loss and how we make sense of the world around us." -- Goodreads