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FINDING JOY WITHIN shows us the steps to finding true joy again. It is about potential, the potential for all of us to live the life we most want to live, a life where we express our values in all that we do. The aim is to learn to let go of all the things that hold us back from expressing who we truly...

Galsworthy manages to paint the whole picture before the mind's eye through his beautiful imagery and rich language. In this collection he has skilfully combined different themes. The characters are drawn concisely; even without great details the themes are masterfully related. Engrossing!

Conrad's works are a brilliant portrayal of the life and events around him. This work provides a glimpse into the fertile mind that was at work behind the amazing works of Conrad. These notes and observations reflect the overall approach and attitude of the novelist. Insightful!

Hailed as Cynwulfs masterpiece Elene is one of the earliest poems by him. This brilliant translation captures the true essence of the poem as it narrates the efforts made by Saint Helena the mother of Emperor Constantine to find the true Holy Cross. It also dwells on her efforts to convert the Jews. Riveting!

This is an edifying work that elucidates the Manichaean faith and practices. The mythological beliefs of this group as well as those of other religious factions are presented in detail. A comparison of Christian and Manichaean philosophy is also presented here. Enlightening!

Originally published in 1911 this Canadian classic takes us back in time when Squamish people inhabited British Columbia . Johnson has brilliantly captured the true essence of the legends these people believed in. The stories behind these legends throw light on various natural phenomena in and around Vancouver. Johnson's vivid and colourful descriptions provide pure reading pleasure.

Three elderly widows, a group of senior citizens, a family gathered for a birthday party,a charming young woman named Letty Vanesse all come together in a raucous, delightful, way that is an answer to prayer. At the center of it all is O'Malley House, a sprawling Victorian mansion in Danford, Montana,...

The narrative dwells on the integrity and upright behaviour of Christian prisoners captured by the Turks. It has been asserted here that a firm belief in God and ones own abilities sustain a person through the hardest times. The work aims at inspiring the Christian youth and leading them to new ways to enlighten their soul.

The work revolves around the travel expeditions of a cleric who visits many holy places. Great spiritual attachments and religious passion is reflected in these pages. The trip to the bishop in Rome and other pilgrimages are narrated and they are a testament to Casanova's religious attachments.

In the exquisite prose style that was profound and perceptive, Pater has united philosophy, truth and moral values. He draws the portrait of a young man whose quest for truth takes him from Stoicism to Cyrenaicism to Epicurianism and finally to Christianity. The book imparts the idea that ethical traditions of religion are important as they are the only civilizing influences on society.

An extraordinary biographical work by Samuel Smiles who is famous for his social activities, books and articles. Published in 1891, it gives an in-depth account of the life of French poet and philanthropist Jaques Jasmin. Outstanding for its character-portrayal, it is a must-read!

Dwelling on the past, Jewett creates before the reader, a world of profound relations and earnestness. In a simple style, she elucidates such characters to which life and love are a source of happiness and contentment. Charming!

This is an amazing mystery that is brimming with spine-shilling incidents. With grave twists and turns and dangers lurking around every corner the narrative completely grips the reader. The story depicts a brave girl who flees for her survival and searches for what the fate has in store for her. Enthralling

Depicting the life on Russian plains this is a love story adorned with deep sentiments and emotions. The protagonists have to face hardships and deceptions; this is the price that true love has to pay in order to unite. With an exceptionally well-planned plot and skilfully drawn characters this is a hallmark of Russian literature.