Mind, body, spirit Books
Jewish Lights Publishing The Sacred Art of Listening: Forty Reflections
Book SynopsisHearing and listening are two different things. Learning to listen—really listen—requires sacred practice.The Sacred Art of Listening guides you through forty practices of deep listening—to our Source, to ourselves, and to each other.Inspiring text and contemplative artwork combine to communicate the three essential qualities of deep listening—silence, reflection and presence. They demonstrate that the key to healthy relationships and spiritual transformation can be as basic as practicing the art of listening.You will learn how to: Speak clearly from the heart Communicate with courage and compassion Heighten your awareness and sensitivity to opportunities for deep listening Enhance your ability to listen to people with different belief systems Trade Review"The lost art of listening is found in The Sacred Art of Listening. The work of Kay Lindahl could assist you to find your spiritual path." —Pauline Oliveros, composer/performer and founder of Deep Listening® “This elegantly profound book will help lead us to a more enlightened time when the listening ear, not the penetrating eye, will be our primary symbol of understanding. The Sacred Art of Listening will help us create harmony within ourselves as well as with all around us.” —Brooke Medicine Eagle, author of Buffalo Woman Comes Singing and The Last Ghost Dance “This is a truly beautiful book, and a powerful one—opening us in an effective and practical way to wondrous new depths of human living. So much in so few pages, true wisdom.” —M. Basil Pennington, OCSO, coauthor of Finding Grace at the Center: The Beginning of Centering Prayer “I like the insight that life is too often defined by meetings instead of meeting. We need both at the same time. The Sacred Art of Listening, in its wise and reflective way, tells us how. Read, ponder and inwardly digest it.” —Malcolm Boyd, poet/writer-in-residence, Cathedral Center of St. Paul, Los Angeles “The Sacred Art of Listening unlocks multiple doors of separation and allows the reader to enter into realms of authentic and clear relationships.” —Rt. Rev. William E. Swing, Episcopal Bishop, Diocese of California; founder and president of the United Religions InitiativeTable of ContentsPart One: The Beginning Your Invitation 3 The Circle of Life 6 Part Two: Practicing the Sacred Art of Listening 1. Qualities of Deep Listening Listening for essence 11 2. A Sacred Art Listening as spiritual awareness 14 3. Using Silence Listening to access your stillpoint 17 4. Learning from Experience Listening for new possibilities 20 5. Communion Listening to communicate 23 6. Rituals Listening for meaning 26 7. Dialogue or Discussion Listening for context 29 8. Seeking Common Ground Listening to appreciate 32 9. Common Values Listening for connection 35 10. Presence Listening from your heart 38 11. Conversations of the Heart Listening for soul 41 12. Creating Safe Spaces Listening with love 44 13. Self-Expression Listening with humility 47 14. Practicing Peace Listening to understand 50 15. Creating Harmony Listening for integration 53 16. Delving Deeper Listening for insight 56 17. Simple Sharing Listening for experiences 59 18. Love in Action Listening as caring 62 19. Hearing Nuances Listening for each voice 65 20. Slowing Down Listening to reflect 68 21. The Voice Within Listening for change 71 22. Assumptions Listening for clarity 74 23. Learning from Passion Listening for vision 77 24. Contemplative Prayer Listening for guidance 80 25. The Agenda-free Conversation Listening with openness 83 26. Cultural Differences Listening without prejudice 86 27. Attention Listening for perspective 89 28. Hospitality Listening as a gift 92 29. Focus Listening for the holy 95 30. Engage First Listening beyond appearances 98 31. The Challenge of Change Listening creatively 101 32. Relationships Listening for deeper connections 104 33. The Gift of Solitude Listening to the silence 107 34. Practicing Reflection Listening for the questions 110 35. A Sacred Meeting Place Listening through prayer 113 36. Recognizing Intolerance Listening for your humanity 116 37. Patience Listening with intention 119 38. Harvest Time Listening with gratitude 122 39. Being Yourself Listening with authenticity 125 40. Being Complete Listening beyond the past 128 Part Three: In Closing Listening in Your World 133 Principles of Dialogue 134 How This Book Was Created 136 How the Art Was Created 137 Acknowledgments 138 Source Notes 140
£13.29
Temple Lodge Publishing Crossing the Threshold: Practical and Spiritual
Book SynopsisWhen faced with the prospect of death - one's own or someone else's - there is often little time to prepare. This compact booklet is written for anyone who has to deal with death and needs information quickly. It is also for those who wish to be ready in advance. Crossing the Threshold presents a wealth of easily-digestible guidance - both practical and spiritual - on all aspects of death and dying. Writing from the perspective of Rudolf Steiner's spiritual philosophy, the authors suggest ways of coping with the time leading up to death and also the period afterwards. They examine different circumstances of death and offer advice on practical questions such as the arrangement of funerals, laying out of the body, legal requirements and wills. They also suggest how those who remain on earth can continue to relate to the departed souls of the deceased. In addition the authors helpfully clarify Steiner's approach to the question of how funerals should be conducted, and in particular how his advice relates to both members of the Christian Community and the Anthroposophical Society.
£9.49
Polair Publishing The Nature of Breathing
Book SynopsisA healthy lifestyle means breathing well - something very few people succeed in doing. It's the new frontier for our health. To breathe well only means not to obstruct the natural processes, for we are born to breathe well! Breathing through the nose is now understood to be vital, along with a posture that allows good breathing. We just forget how to breathe, in the midst of our busy lives. the nature of breathing reminds us very simply of what we knew already. The yoga principle of pranayama is explored in detail, and yoga postures that assist in good breathing make this an excellent book for correcting our habits. In our post-pandemic world understanding the breath has a whole new relevance. The book also covers anatomy, chanting, and meditation or mindfulness. 'Jenny's teaching is simply superb: practical, inspiring, life-changing . and this book gives a wonderful insight into yoga and breathing. I wholeheartedly recommend it. Rose Elliot Author of EVERY BREATH YOU TAKE and proverbial vegetarian cookery writerTrade Review'Jenny's teaching is simply superb: practical, inspiring, life-changing ... and this book gives a wonderful insight into yoga and breathing. I wholeheartedly recommend it.' Rose Elliot, cookery writer and author of Every Breath You Take
£11.39
HarperCollins Publishers A Breath of Fresh Air: How to Feel Good All Year
Book Synopsis Switch off from social media and tune in to the tranquility of the natural world with over 50 seasonal activities to explore throughout the year Switch off from social media and tune in to the tranquility of the natural world with over 50 seasonal activities to explore throughout the year. This book is about switching off from social media and finding contentment in the here and now – taking time out to enjoy small tasks, connect with other people and enjoy all the beauty of nature throughout the year. A Breath of Fresh Air is structured by seasons, with a focus on finding joy in the natural world. Whether it’s paddling a canoe, spotting swallows on a summer evening, daydreaming on a deckchair, foraging for wild garlic, watching a film at an outdoor cinema or recording the sounds you hear in the forest, there are over 50 creative and imaginative ways to encourage mindfulness and find calm. The book also encourages wellbeing through physical activity, making use of the beautiful places looked after by the National Trust – this ranges from a wander through a bluebell wood, to using nature’s gym to practise yoga or balance on logs, taking up running or playing in the snow. Beautifully illustrated throughout, and with lots of handy tips on where to visit or find ways to wellbeing, this is the perfect book for finding inner contentment in today’s frantic world.
£9.49
Mortons Media Group Your Yoga Workbook
Book SynopsisYoga is a proven way to calm your mind, energise your body and boost your well-being. Every yoga pose offers specific therapeutic acts but, to reap the full benefits, you need to know the key principles and optimum alignment.After an introduction to anatomy essentials and common mistakes to avoid, this expert guide offers an in-depth study of 20 key yoga poses. During the 30-minute masterclasses, you'll first learn more about the pose, its benefits and key alignment points, before discovering how to refine and deepen the pose. With modification advice for injuries and health conditions, warm-up and cool-down exercises, and breathing techniques, Your Yoga Workbook will arm you with the knowledge you need to enjoy yoga to the full.
£7.59
Green Magic Publishing Loki
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£13.49
Green Magic Publishing Animals as Gods: Shapeshifting through Animistic
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Green Magic Publishing Eclectic Witchery
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£9.49
Blue Angel Gallery Crystal Masters 333: Initiation with the Divine
Book SynopsisIn CRYSTAL MASTERS 333, Alana Fairchild, author of the bestselling Kuan Yin Oracle, continues the highly successful Crystal Spirituality Series, which began with Crystal Angels 444. She shares her unique approach to crystal healing, combining the natural healing properties of each crystal and its ''crystal angel'' or ''spirit'' with wisdom teachings from the loving Ascended Masters, such as Mother Mary, Kuan Yin, Jesus, the Buddha, Mary Magdalene and Merlin. Together they help you take the next steps on your path of spiritual growth, by preparing you with the teachings and tools you need to successfully navigate the demands of spiritual initiation.Initiation is a path of advanced spiritual growth. When you are highly committed to your spiritual path and personal growth this lifetime, you will be on the path of initiation. This path can be very challenging but offers incredible rewards including the awakening of spiritual talents, assistance in bringing your divine light to the world and support in your own role as a healer and spiritual leader on the earth. Each chapter deals with a powerful precious stone and its heavenly angel and features spiritual teachings and stories from Alana''s own life and work, as well as a healing process to help you fully harness the therapeutic potential of that stone and connect directly with the Ascended Masters, to receive their wisdom and blessings.You will delve deeply into a variety of topics including aligning with divine will, healing the child within, planetary healing, spiritual communication, enlightenment and spiritual growth, the light body, the golden body and much more.You have important healing work to do on yourself and for the planet. CRYSTAL MASTERS 333 is written for you, to help you successfully complete your task, with greater happiness and fulfilment.
£17.09
Blue Angel Gallery Messengers
Book SynopsisEncounter ancient dragons, elemental fae, mystical trees and their wild animal kin - these ''Messengers'' are here to guide you back to your true nature and power and help you reconnect with and express your inner-most truth.Strengthen your ancient bond with nature and spirit using this divination tool born of love. The Messengers will speak to you, sometimes with a voice that is stern and admonishing and other times with a voice that is gentle and sweet - may their powerful guidance help you to better understand yourself and the mysterious ways of the Universe and empower you to be all that you are meant to be.
£11.39
Blue Angel Gallery Jasmine BecketGriffith Coloring Book
Book SynopsisJasmine''smost loved Halloween-themed paintings.The artist has selected 55 favourites from her vast collection of Halloween artworks to create this spine-tingling art adventure for you to enjoy. You''ll find a range of the usual Halloween suspects-many pumpkins, witches and skeletons-along with beautiful gothic maidens, characters from international festivals like Dia de los Muertos and Obon and some magical autumn fairies. Designed for colouring book fanatics & Halloween fans both young and old, there are detailed intricacies for those who love to lose themselves in meditative detail, and there are broad patches and fun characters for those who like to take a simpler approach.Each colouring pattern features an enlightening description about the original painting it is based on and the individual character depicted, to satisfy the curiosity of the artist''s many fans.
£14.24
Blue Angel Gallery White Light Journal: Soul Journal with Sacred
Book SynopsisInfuse your whole being with frequencies of light and embrace healing for mind, body and soul. Tune into your divine beauty and illuminate your creativity through this sacred offering of imagery, mantra, affirmation and healing practice. The stunning artwork of A. Andrew Gonzalez and Alana Fairchild''s uniquely channelled spiritual exercises will inspire your spiritual journey whilst holding space for you to connect more deeply with yourself. Align your heart with higher wisdom as you enter this beautiful realm of divine light.This gorgeous deluxe softcover journal includes an introduction, messages, sacred practices and 44 full-colour illustrations. The 220 pages of cream-coloured premium quality paper combine lined and unlined pages to accommodate all facets of your self-expression. Set your true voice free and convey your insights and revelations with joy and spontaneity - on and off the pages.
£18.35
Blue Angel Gallery A Seeker's Tale - Writing, Healing & Creativity
Book SynopsisA Seeker delves into the realms of the mind, exploring memories, thoughts, feelings, beliefs, hopes and dreams. The mundane and the magical, the beautiful and the terrible - all should be honoured and recorded. The written word is the Seeker''s most potent means of ordering the mind, expressing thoughts, releasing emotions, and finding the way forward. Here, you can frame your questions and discover your answers. Embark on a voyage of discovery without taking a step. Use the pages of this deluxe journal to write down and navigate the story of your life. Let the 44 full-colour illustrations by Ravynne Phelan take you on quests, actual and imagined. The premium paper journal pages combine lined and unlined pages ready for you to fill with riddles, fears, and truths revealed. Sketch, scribble, write and ponder. Be the Seeker. Knock, and go through the door.
£18.35
Rockpool Publishing Happiness: Words of Inner Joy
Book SynopsisLife is full of ups and downs but you can take control and find inner happiness, no matter the people or circumstances around you. This little deck is made of 40 cards, each offering real, practical guidance to help you find joy, overcome obstacles, and shift your perspective. From encouraging words to easy to-do exercises, intuitively pull a card and let this little deck turn your frown upside down. You'll be smiling and enjoying life in no time.
£11.01
Blue Angel Gallery 333 Oracle of Heart Wisdom: Readings with Alana
Book Synopsis333 pathways of love, encouragement and strength are ready to flow from the Universe to the soul temple of your heart. Acclaimed spiritual author and teacher, Alana Fairchild, taps into the master frequency of playful power, creative consciousness and sacred connection to deliver insightful messages, so you can remember and become the empowered visionary soul that you were born to be. Open your heart, ask your question and turn the pages to your highest guidance with the 333 ORACLE OF HEART WISDOM.
£17.09
Blue Angel Gallery Crystal Stars 11.11: Crystalline Activations with
Book SynopsisThe star light within your heart will lead you to sacred fulfilment for the spiritual benefit of all.This book is for star seeds, old souls, lightworkers, visionaries, healers and hearts who hold a curiosity for the stars. This unique and powerful approach to crystal healing connects you with loving stellar beings and the precious stones that embody and enhance their transformational energy. Alana grounds the teachings with relevant and practical examples and the healing processes help you harness the therapeutic potential of each stone and form a bond with the stars so you can receive their wisdom and blessings.Aligned with the 11.11 frequency, your celestial guides will help you shift personal paradigms and make rapid spiritual progress. Discover the healing and belonging that only comes from experiencing unity with the stars and the earth. Connect with Sirius, Andromeda, Alcyone in the Pleiades, Vega, Arcturus and others as you delve into treasured spiritual lessons on authenticity, soul passion, dark initiations, the cosmic priestess, supreme spiritual protection and more.Beloved, you have illuminating sacred work to accomplish for yourself and the planet. Prepare yourself for the next stage of your journey with teachings and tools to help you shine like the star being you truly are.
£17.09
Rockpool Publishing Master Teacher Crystal Oracle: Super cystals that
Book SynopsisThe spiritual guides known as the master teacher crystal devas have gifted this powerful oracle to humanity as a blessing from the crystal kingdom. They offer these cards as a tool for you to work with as you become empowered, self-aware and conscious in your day-to-day life. The energy of the crystals and cards acts as a reflection of where you are at emotionally, mentally, spiritually and physically and will assist you to integrate mastery into your life in a grounding and long-lasting way. The deck is made up of 22 original master teacher crystals plus an extra 11 that have been channelled especially for this oracle. The devas offer their medicine, wisdom and guidance through the deck and are alive in the cards, so you are encouraged to work closely with them to get the most out of this sacred tool. The cards offer divine guidance, confirmations, signs and a deeper clarity around possible challenges or situations you are currently experiencing. You can consult the deck if you need confirmation on a specific issue or answers to questions, or if you are simply looking to create deeper awareness and healing in your life. A wonderful tool that will assist you to navigate the challenges of life and encourage and support you to awaken and activate the master within.
£19.82
Rockpool Publishing Essential Oil Cards: Aromatherapy
Book Synopsis50 laminated and oil-proof cards, designed to give you a beautiful, fun and empowering way to learn about essential oils! The 50 cards in this set are designed to give you a beautiful, fun and empowering way to learn about essential oils. The cards can go wherever your oils go, making it easy to share with friends, fellow yogis and family members. Choose a card that embodies an emotion you would like to heal from or promote. On the back of each card is a list of essential oils, any of which can be used to get your mood on point and promote your overall well-being. The card fronts have a bold splash of colour that matches the mood of the card and the emotion you're hoping to diffuse or stimulate. The card backs have an affirmation to help nudge your mood in the right direction, the style of which will change depending on the card.
£15.65
Rockpool Publishing Crystal Rituals by the Moon: Raising your
Book SynopsisCrystal Rituals by the Moon has been created as not only as a guide for beginners, but for seasoned crystal collectors and healers. Leah Shoman has used her own crystal healing journey to inspire and motivate the collective into connecting to their own intuition and Source on a deeper, more authentic level. This practical book offers real-life crystal and lunar rituals and healing applications that can be practiced every day: • Discover different crystal shapes, formations and inclusions and understand how to use their frequency to raise your vibration. • Understand how to use crystals to face trauma and shadow. • Using specific rituals, learn the different methods to cleanse, charge and program your crystals and keep them operating to their fullest capacity. • Embrace 13 practical crystal healing rituals for each lunar cycle. Unlock the sacred knowledge that has been embedded within you for generations and past lifetimes. When we begin to use crystals with intent, the magic begins to unfold, and the veil between this realm and the next becomes thinner and we can tap into our ever-growing potential.
£17.09
Ozark Mountain Publishing Akashic Records: One True Love: A Practical Guide
Book SynopsisThis book''s intention is to ignite and maintain the love within you and that you will find your true self in the process of working with the divine energy of the Akashic Records.Developing a connection to the Akashic Records requires both heart and spirit. I am going to use a common medium - language - to explain the process and the guidelines of connecting to this source.This is a workbook - a manual that will teach you everything you need to know in order to successfully access your Akashic Records.Please follow the guidelines and instructions carefully and in the given sequence so that you will receive the most benefit from this class.
£10.99
Ozark Mountain Publishing A Quest of Transcendence
Book SynopsisWhat''s the meaning? What''s the life force of this flower, of the earth, the life force in me, the life force in the sky, in creation? What dictates which form we''re created in? The word consciousness comes to mind.The events in this book are similar to those channelled using Dolores Cannon''s past life regression technique, this time discovering a parallel dimension.Join Malémene and Auberone on their journey into consciousness through life itself. Even in a world of telepathic communication and interplanetary travel, all is not well. Can we help them find a solution? Would it be implemented? Could it be of value to us here and now?
£10.19
Ozark Mountain Publishing Psycho-Spiritual Healing: And Other Techniques
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£16.14
IRH Press USA Inc. The Challenge of Enlightenment: Now, Here, the
Book SynopsisThese comprehensive and essential Buddhist teachings that are written in an easy-to-understand way will resolve the commonly misunderstood concepts taught in modern Buddhism such as ‘egolessness’ and ‘void’, as well as the true meaning of ‘the middle way', ‘nirvana’ and ‘Buddha-nature’. These concepts of spiritual awareness are now resurrected. Ryuho Okawa's clear-cut explanations of the core Buddhist teachings are what has been anticipated among authentic seekers of Truth, so look no farther. 1. The Spirit of Buddhism 2. Freedom and Ignorance 3. The Four Noble Truths 4. What is ‘Egolessness’? 5. ‘Void’ or ‘Emptiness’ and Causality 6. Karma and Reincarnation 7. Progress Through the Middle Way 8. The Two Concepts of ‘Lesser Vehicle’ and ‘Great Vehicle’ 9. What is Nirvana? 10. ‘Void’ or ‘Emptiness’ and Salvation 11. ‘Egolessness’ from the Perspective of the Middle Way 12. Buddha-Nature and the Attainment of Buddhahood
£14.39
HS Press The Laws of Secret
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£13.41
Parallax Press Nest in the Stream: Lessons from Nature on Being
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£13.49
Adventures Unlimited Press The Encyclopedia of Moon Mysteries: Secrets,
Book SynopsisOur moon is an enigma. The ancients viewed it as a light to guide them in the darkness and a god to be worshipped. In modern times, it has been taught that the Moon is simply a dead rock that is caught in Earth''s gravity, with no activity. There are stories that suggest that the Moon is home to extraterrestrials, theories that it is not a natural satellite, tales of anomalous lights and tales that NASA astronauts saw extraterrestrial ships and ruins of an ancient civilisation there. There is a rumour that Apollo13 was saved by extraterrestrials. Another story states that there are extraterrestrial bases on the Moon. There is even a tale that states that a part of the kingdom of Atlantis was once located there. Some even believe that there are cities beneath the surface of the Moon. There is an interesting account of a government employee using remote viewing as a means of seeing what is on the Moon. His experience is eye-opening! Did you know that: Aristotle and Plato wrote about a time when there was no Moon? They even gave a name of an ancient tribe of people that lived during that moonless period; Several of the NASA astronauts reported seeing UFOs while travelling to the Moon?; the Moon might be hollow?; Apollo 10 astronauts heard strange space music when travelling on the far side of the Moon?; strange and unexplained lights have been seen on the Moon for centuries?; there are said to be ruins of structures on the Moon?; there is an ancient tale that suggests that the first human was created on the Moon?; that radio signals have been detected coming from the Moon?; that famed astronomer Sir John Herschel saw unidentified lights above the Moon during an eclipse?; that ancient Bolivian symbols tell us that the Moon came into Earth''s orbit around 12,000 years ago?; a psychic was used by the government to relay information about the Moon? Tons more. The book, also, has tons of illustrations with A to Z sections for easy reference and reading.
£19.80
Hierophant Publishing The Seven Energies of the Soul: Awaken Your Inner
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£14.39
Spiritual Arts Institute Karma and Reincarnation: Unlocking Your 800 Lives
Book SynopsisThere is life after death and Barbara Martin has seen it. Now for the first time comes her inspired, firsthand account of the intricate world of spiritual rebirth. The award-winning authors of Change Your Aura, Change Your Life reveal the afterlife in a work based directly on Martin''s personal explorations of the world to come and awe-inspiring clairvoyant experience with the spiritual world.Both a fully practical handbook to the ins and outs of the karmic cycle and a field guide to the spiritual plane and how reincarnation works, KARMA AND REINCARNATION:brings together the design of the world beyond and the mechanics of karmagives practical guidelines and tools to deal effectively with karmic situations and avoid generating adverse karmahelps align readers with their spiritual purposeshows readers how to face and resolve their karmic troublesprovides essential keys to spiritual development.A true spiritual wonder in a single, fully accessible volume, KARMA AND REINCARNATION is perfect for both those taking their first steps down a spiritual path and longtime spiritual students.
£21.60
Ozark Mountain Publishing The Om: The Uncreated Creations
Book SynopsisIn THE OM, the reader will gain an understanding of what these rare entities are, their interaction with The Origin and The Source, and why they are considered to be Uncreated.In direct dialogue with The Om, the Author describes:How The OM became uncreated, their structure and their variants, including New Om!What random sentience is.The gaps in The Origin''s structure and what The Origin is doing to fill these gaps.What constitutes a Universal Computer.How machine sentience is generated.How to take evolutionary short cuts by increasing evolutionary content via parallel existence.Quantum latency and quantum fluidity and its functionality.Why mathematics will never be able to explain the physical universe.The role of Event Space in the uncreativity of The OM.And that singular dominant sentience is the inevitable outcome - Or is it!
£17.99
Random House USA Inc The Book of Spells: Magick for Young Witches
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£12.59
Freya Rothwell-Bodycomb Lemon Feelings Notebook: We Are Greater Series
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£6.75
Royalty Fine Art Evidence of Hope: A Personal Healing Journey Captured with Art
£22.39
Pan Macmillan India Madras, Chennai and the Self: Conversations with the City
£15.31
Luster Publishing The Little Book of Solitude
Book SynopsisA collection of inspiring stories and quotes about the power of seclusion and how to find true peace of mind, from the author of One Photo a Day Keeps the Doctor Away.
£19.80
Austin Macauley Publishers FZE Amidst the Darkness Appears the Light
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£6.56
Mandala Publishing Group Justin Davis: The Secret of the First Avatara
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£15.29
Earth Aware Editions Bat Island: A Rare Journey into the Hidden World
Book SynopsisFeaturing incredible photography and insight from an international team with long-term ties to the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Bat Island spotlights the unique beauty and environmental importance of the seventy-six species of bats on Panama’s Barro Colorado Island.For decades, scientists at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute have studied the remarkable biodiversity of bats on Barro Colorado Island in Panama, where an astonishing seventy-six species coexist. Now, for the first time, Smithsonian scientists’ expertise pairs with the stunning photography of National Geographic contributor Christian Ziegler for a captivating visual journey into the fascinating world of these elusive night creatures. Bats are unique among mammals: they have acquired true flight, provide essential ecosystem services, and represent the ecologically most diverse group of mammals worldwide. Synthesizing decades-worth of intensive study, Drs. Rachel Page, Dina Dechmann, Teague O’Mara, and Marco Tschapka provide authoritative insight alongside 150 photographs that showcase bats’ extraordinary environmental adaptations and rich natural history. OVER 150 STUNNING PHOTOGRAPHS: National Geographic photographer and contributor Christian Ziegler has captured over a decade’s worth of images of the myriad of bat species living on Barro Colorado Island that capture these elusive animals in a variety of settings, from night shots of flight through the tropical rainforest to closeups of their remarkable wings and feeding patterns. WRITTEN BY SMITHSONIAN SCIENTISTS: All chapters of Bat Island are written by scientists long affiliated with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, one of the world’s leading tropical research organizations that spans a century. Topics include bats’ diverse sensory abilities, foraging strategies, roosting ecologies, and social systems. DECADES OF CUTTING-EDGE RESEARCH: Bat Island, published in partnership with the Smithsonian, presents fascinating insights from scientists working at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, which boasts decades of study of the hyperdiverse bat population on Barro Colorado Island in addition to the most comprehensive and long-term datasets on tropical bats. CALL FOR CONSERVATION: Drs. Page, Dechmann, O’Mara, and Tschapka highlight how bats are threatened by habit fragmentation and land degradation, and communicate the initiatives needed to ensure the survival of these animals, which are critical to maintaining healthy, balanced ecosystems. RARE BEAUTY: Award-winning photojournalist Christian Ziegler’s photography illuminates the unique beauty and allure of bats and the tropical rainforest in Panama.
£44.00
Insight Editions Tantric Knowledge
Book SynopsisThe most misrepresented of all Hindu traditions, Tantra is a complex interweaving of teachings and practices that pervades Vai?nava, Saiva, Sakta, and Smarta traditions. Its roots can be traced back to Vedic times and its influence has spread to Jainism, Buddhism, and beyond. In Tantric Knowledge, Gavin Flood demystifies tantra, illustrating how it is more than just esoteric teachings, but is in fact the very fabric of the Hindu worldview. While sex and secret ritual are an element of some practices, tantra encompasses much more than that. Tantric ideas have shaped core Hindu practices such as temple building, worship, mantra, yoga, ayurveda, meditation, and guru-disciple relationships. It is a part of everyday life. Tantric Knowledge also highlights how tantric traditions claim to possess knowledge about the nature of the universe, the nature of ourselves as human beings, and how we fit into the wider cosmos around us. Tantric knowledge is what the texts and traditions profess. The study of these traditions raises interesting questions of both historical and existential importance.
£19.54
Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 8 Universal Laws
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£14.24
Inner Traditions Bear and Company 8 leyes universales
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£14.24
Inner Traditions/Bear & Company The Complete Smudging Handbook
£17.09
Animal Dreaming Publishing Pick Me Up Make Joy a Daily Practice
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£19.43
Animal Dreaming Publishing Mediumship Cards
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£17.80
Animal Dreaming Publishing Channelled Spiritual Guidance Cards
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£18.80
Animal Dreaming Publishing Sacred Bird Oracle Cards
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£17.80
Animal Dreaming Publishing Crystal Connections Message Cards
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£18.35
Animal Dreaming Publishing Beasts of Albion Oracle Cards
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£17.81
Blue Angel Gallery The ZEN of Animals
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£18.80
