Inspiration For The Nation

Author : Barry Perkins
Publisher : Xulon Press
ISBN 13 : 1615796339
Total Pages : 66 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Inspiration for the Nation written by Barry Perkins and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2010-02 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: YOU WERE THERE WHEN I WAS DOWN YOU WERE THERE WHEN I WAS CRYING YOU WERE THERE WHEN MY HEART WAS TORN YOU WERE THERE WHEN I WAS COLD YOU WERE THERE I'VE ALWAYS CALLED YOUR NAME YOU'VE ALWAYS BEEN AROUND I'VE NEVER LOOKED FOR YOU AND YOU HAVEN'T BEEN FOUND YOU'VE BEEN THERE FOR ME THROUGH ALL THE HARD TIMES AND IN MY DARKEST HOUR YOU'VE HELPED ME TO SHINE I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT YOU REALLY CARE BECAUSE WHEN I CALLED YOUR NAME YOU WERE THERE

Author : Angie Thomas
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 152474185X
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hope Nation written by Angie Thomas and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-02-26 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ★ "This amazing outpouring of strength and honesty offers inspirational personal accounts for every reader who wonders what to do when everything seems impossible." --Booklist, starred review A 2019 Texas Topaz Reading List Selection A Junior Library Guild Selection Hope is a decision, but it is a hard one to recognize in the face of oppression, belittlement, alienation, and defeat. To help embolden hope, here is a powerhouse collection of essays and personal stories that speak directly to teens and all YA readers. Featuring Angie Thomas, Marie Lu, Nicola Yoon, David Levithan, Libba Bray, Jason Reynolds, Renée Ahdieh, and many more! "The hope of a secure and livable world lies with disciplined nonconformists who are dedicated to justice, peace and brotherhood."--Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. We all experience moments when we struggle to understand the state of the world, when we feel powerless and--in some cases--even hopeless. The teens of today are the caretakers of tomorrow, and yet it's difficult for many to find joy or comfort in such a turbulent society. But in trying times, words are power. Some of today's most influential young adult authors come together in this highly personal collection of essays and original stories that offer moments of light in the darkness, and show that hope is a decision we all can make. Like a modern day Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul or Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Teens, Hope Nation acknowledges the pain and offers words of encouragement. Authors include: Atia Abawi, Renee Ahdieh, Libba Bray, Howard Bryant, Ally Carter, Ally Condie, Christina Diaz Gonzales, Gayle Forman, Romina Garber, I. W. Gregario, Kate Hart, Bendan Kiely, David Levithan, Alex London, Marie Lu, Julie Murphy, Jason Reynolds, Aisha Saeed, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Jenny Torres Sanchez, Jeff Zentner, and Nicola Yoon. Praise for Hope Nation: "A salve when days are bleak."--Kirkus Reviews "An important and inspiring read for thoughtful teens."--School Library Journal

Author : Abhijit Nag
Publisher : World Scientific
ISBN 13 : 9813141077
Total Pages : 116 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Inspirations of a Nation written by Abhijit Nag and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2016-03-18 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book pays tribute to 25 Singaporean South Asians who pioneered and excelled in their respective fields from 1950 to 2015. It is meant to be a 'quick take' on 25 Singaporean South Asian personalities, across a broad spectrum of professions and activities, who believed in the value and virtue of service to the community and gave the best of themselves. They had a sense of mission in their professions, dedicated to what they were doing and fostered a sense of community and nation. Many of them laid foundations that triggered the transformation of the island, including sportspeople whose records have stood the test of time. They were a people of their time whose work many may not know but which we hope will inspire others. This book is timely, for those who want to get a snapshot appreciation of the contributions of Singaporean South Asians. Contents:PrefaceAcknowledgmentThe Sound of Music (Alex Abisheganaden)The First NSMan (Lt-Col Albel Singh)In a Class of His Own (Velauthur Ambiavagar)Bringing the News (Ananda Perera)Stamping his Mark (Bala Supramanion)Breaking the Mould (Balbir Kaur)Broadcast Guru (S Chandra Mohan)Shots Under Fire (Chellappah Canagaratnam)The Unionist (Devan Nair)The National Bard (Edwin Thumboo)All for the Best (Eugene Wijeysingha)Feats of Glory (Glory Barnabas)Game for Life (George Suppiah)Pioneer Doctor (Dr James Supramaniam)Going the Distance (K Jayamani)Labour Leader (G Kandasamy)Army Builder (Kirpa Ram Vij)Sports Aficionado (SS Dhillon)Born to Run (Sergit Singh)The Silat Champion (Sheik Ala'uddin)Physician First (Dr BR Sreenivasan)Nature's True Child (Subaraj Rajathurai)Dream Run (PC Suppiah)Dancing in the Ring (Syed Abdul Kadir)Runner-Philosopher (UK Shyam) Readership: Schools & Educational Institutions; Libraries both local and overseas; Indian Diaspora; Business & Professional Groups; Government Bodies; Community Centres and Indian Activities Groups. Key Features:Evokes emotional response to foster ownership of a nationIncludes personalities across a broad strata of societySeeks to add human faces to memoryMotivates others to be inspired by these achievementsTriggers nostalgia and conversation and excite others to contribute to SMPDevelops heritage content by offering new informationServes to educate "make-up" communities on some of our pioneers

Author : Dan Senor
Publisher : Twelve
ISBN 13 : 1455503460
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Start-up Nation written by Dan Senor and published by Twelve. This book was released on 2011-09-07 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What the world can learn from Israel's meteoric economic success. Start-Up Nation addresses the trillion dollar question: How is it that Israel -- a country of 7.1 million, only 60 years old, surrounded by enemies, in a constant state of war since its founding, with no natural resources-- produces more start-up companies than large, peaceful, and stable nations like Japan, China, India, Korea, Canada and the UK? With the savvy of foreign policy insiders, Senor and Singer examine the lessons of the country's adversity-driven culture, which flattens hierarchy and elevates informality-- all backed up by government policies focused on innovation. In a world where economies as diverse as Ireland, Singapore and Dubai have tried to re-create the "Israel effect", there are entrepreneurial lessons well worth noting. As America reboots its own economy and can-do spirit, there's never been a better time to look at this remarkable and resilient nation for some impressive, surprising clues.

Author : Rich Cohen
Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
ISBN 13 : 1429930578
Total Pages : 405 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Israel Is Real written by Rich Cohen and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2009-07-21 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE A SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE BESTSELLER In AD 70, when the Second Temple was destroyed, a handful of visionaries saved Judaism by reinventing it, taking what had been a national religion and turning it into an idea. Whenever a Jew studied—wherever he was—he would be in the holy city, and his faith preserved. But in our own time, Zionists have turned the book back into a temple, and unlike an idea, a temple can be destroyed. With exuberance, humor, and real scholarship, Rich Cohen's Israel is Real offers "a serious attempt by a gifted storyteller to enliven and elucidate Jewish religious, cultural, and political history . . . A powerful narrative" (Los Angeles Times).

Author : William C. Tweed
Publisher : Heyday.ORIM
ISBN 13 : 1597143561
Total Pages : 314 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book King Sequoia written by William C. Tweed and published by Heyday.ORIM. This book was released on 2015-10-01 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A naturist and historian for the National Parks Service offers a lively history of the giant sequoias of California and the love of nature they inspired. Former park ranger William C. Tweed takes readers on a tour of some of the world’s largest and oldest trees in a narrative that travels deep into the Sierra Nevada mountains, across the American West, and all the way to New Zealand. Along the way, he explores the American public's evolving relationship with sequoias, also known simply and affectionately as Big Trees. It’s no surprise that the sequoia groves of Yosemite and Calaveras were early tourist destinations. The species was the embodiment of California's superlative appeal. These giant redwoods were so beloved that special protections efforts sprang up to protect them from logging interests—and so began the notion of National Parks. Later, as science evolved to consider landscapes more holistically, sequoias once again played a major role in shaping this new perspective. Featuring a fascinating cast of adventurers, researchers, politicians, and environmentalists, King Sequoia reveals how one tree species transformed Americans' connection to the natural world.

Author : Andrea Davis Pinkney
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0060821183
Total Pages : 46 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Boycott Blues written by Andrea Davis Pinkney and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2008-09-30 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This story begins with shoes. This story is all for true. This story walks. And walks. And walks. To the blues. Rosa Parks took a stand by keeping her seat on the bus. When she was arrested for it, her supporters protested by refusing to ride. Soon a community of thousands was coming together to help one another get where they needed to go. Some started taxis, some rode bikes, but they all walked and walked. With dogged feet. With dog-tired feet. With boycott feet. With boycott blues. And, after 382 days of walking, they walked Jim Crow right out of town. . . . Andrea Davis Pinkney and Brian Pinkney present a poignant, blues-infused tribute to the men and women of the Montgomery bus boycott, who refused to give up until they got justice.

Author : Tyson Miller
Publisher : SEE Innovation
ISBN 13 : 0615482260
Total Pages : 449 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Dream of a Nation written by Tyson Miller and published by SEE Innovation. This book was released on 2011 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Across the nation countless individuals and organizations are dreaming a new future. Dream of a Nation is a comprehensive resource for any reader interested in gaining critical information and deepening their role as an empowered citizen. This handbook provides statistics and accessible analyses of the many interconnected social and environmental issues we face with compelling stories of individuals and institutions that are creating the changes necessary for our country to be more environmentally oriented, peaceful, equitable, and tolerant. Applicable for readers aged 16+ of all political and religious persuasions and anyone concerned with restoring balance in the world. The issues come alive through four color authentic images, and accessible graphics and illustrations. Contributors include: Alice Walker, Vice President Gore, Time 100 Visionary Geoffrey Canada, NASA Astronaut Jerry Linenger, Frances Moore Lappe, Union of Concerned Scientists, New America Foundation, United for a Fair Economy, Veterans for Peace (and nearly 50 more)Over 60 interconnected issues are explored and organized across twelve chapters including: Building an Equitable and Green Economy, Waging Peace, Citizen Leadership, Strengthening Community, Environmental Stewardship, Ending Poverty, Deepening Democracy, Improving Health, Media Reform, Key Education Innovations, Re-Imagining Business, and Creating a Nation that Shines. Dream of a Nation restores faith that humanity can solve our current looming environmental, economic and societal challenges.

Author : Christina Rasmussen
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 0062689649
Total Pages : 199 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Where Did You Go? written by Christina Rasmussen and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2018-12-18 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Where Did You Go? offers deep comfort to anyone who has lost a loved one and hopes to explore what frontier science is now demonstrating: while a heart may stop beating, consciousness never dies.” —Lynne McTaggart, bestselling author of The Field From Christina Rasmussen, the much beloved and acclaimed author of Second Firsts, comes a groundbreaking exploration of the afterlife that combines spirituality with cutting edge science—and reveals we all have the power to connect with our loved ones on the other side. “Where did you go?” This was the first question Christina Rasmussen asked after the death of her husband. A young widow with two daughters, Rasmussen would go on to become an esteemed grief educator who helped countless others rebuild their lives after loss. Yet, even as she learned to thrive again, that first heartbreaking question persisted. Even as she and her clients forged new paths and discovered new joy, the same questions remained: Are we capable of connecting to those who have passed on? What really happens after we die? As a professional grounded in science, Christina was a skeptic who shied away from the conventional mystical, supernatural, and religious descriptions of the afterlife—so she turned to what seemed “provable” to unravel the mystery of life beyond life: physics. What she found was beyond anything she could have expected: not only is there life after death, but we all have the ability to connect with loved ones who have passed on. Sharing an inspiring message of hope, optimism, and love, Where Did You Go? is a transporting step-by-step guide to journeying to the other side, from one of our most trusted voices on life after loss. Bridging the gap between the metaphysical and the measurable, it will change the way we grieve, the way we live and how we define our potential—in this life and the hereafter.

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Total Pages : 524 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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