Gripping and inspiring; these true stories of bravery; terror; and hope chronicle nine different children's experiences during the Holocaust.These are the true-life accounts of nine Jewish boys and girls whose lives spiraled into danger and fear as the Holocaust overtook Europe. In a time of great horror; these children each found a way to make it through the nightmare of war. Some made daring escapes into the unknown; others disguised their true identities; and many witnessed unimaginable horrors. But what they all shared was the unshakable belief in-- and hope for-- survival. Their legacy of courage in the face of hatred will move you; captivate you; and; ultimately; inspire you.
#56713 in Books Bear Heart Molly Larkin 1998-02-01 1998-02-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.20 x .70 x 5.30l; .53 #File Name: 0425161609288 pagesThe Wind Is My Mother The Life and Teachings of American Shaman
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. An Amazing BookBy CustomerThis book perfectly details Native American beliefs in an easy to read manner. I always recommend this book to my family and friends; even those who aren't interested in spirituality. I reread this book often and it's full of highlights and bookmarks!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The book is a beautiful philosophy of an American Indian healerBy SquarecrowThe book is a beautiful philosophy of an American Indian healer. I bought a second copy to use as a gift.Many lessons of life are conveyed in these writings that would be great tools for rearing children.The book has a slightly slow beginning; but continue reading. I read a little in between a busy schedule; lookingforward to a moment of calm; of reflection; and insight.2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. for those seeking kind instructionBy CustomerI'm a big fan of Pema Chodron; and I read all of her books. I first read this book about 13 years ago; when my mind was in a bad state. it was evidenced by my general disregard for my appearance: slightly overweight; drinking a little too much; messy room; messy car; etc. i have adhd; and finding books that i'll read all the way through is hard for me because when i'm "off;" i'm just not diligent about anything.then i read the wind is my mother; by bear heart. to say that the book changed my life would be an overstatement; but it was so kind in its message. he was an extremely disciplined individual and what was so cool about it was that he didn't psychoanalyze a bunch of reasons why he did what he did. it's almost as simple as the tao of pooh. it definitely helped me to remove my emotions from every single decision i made; helped me to be kinder to myself in regards to my self-discipline; and most of all; helped me to forgive myself for the way i had been living; because to forgive means to move on; and i was ready to move on; but for some reason; i was always feeling guilty about one thing or another; thus preventing me from moving on.when i began reading this book; i hadn't dreamed in months; or rather; hadn't remembered my dreams. then after i read on the first night; i dreamed i was running around the UNC track; which is blue in real life; and i was running and the track turned into a big ocean and there were live shrimp in there with me and we were all just swimming around. to say that it is cool to me that i remember a dream from 13 years ago is pretty bada$$. :)the message of this book is kindness. maybe i should say messages. kindness; honesty; and compassion. and in my opinion; if i am able to create these messages from within; towards myself; i'll be a lot easier on those around me. it's sort of a circle. a friend once told me; "you gotta give to get." and i really think that is true; but i learned through this book; that i need to start with myself. i need to give myself the compassion and honesty and then i can be true to life around me.also; from a non-self help standpoint; i loved the stories of bear heart's youth; and his stories of learning to be a medicine man. his manner of storytelling via text is very similar to a speech; and there are lots of playful; non-formal moments in the book that i cherish. i hope you'll consider reading this. i re-purchased it again just recently for my iPad and even though i remembered almost all of it; it was a joy to read over and over again.
