Insightful and thought-provoking, this is essential reading for anyone interested in the origin of current gender roles and in rediscovering women's power. Her book, When God Was a Woman, had a significant effect on the emerging goddess culture of. Documenting the wholesale rewriting of myth and religious dogmas, Merlin Stone describes an ancient conspiracy in which the Goddess was reimagined as a wanton, depraved figure, a characterization confirmed and perpetuated by one of modern culture's best-known legends-that of the fall of Adam and Eve. Merlin Stone was an American author, artist, and art professor. Under her reign, societal roles differed markedly from those in patriarchal Judeo-Christian cultures: women bought and sold property, traded in the marketplace, and inherited title and land from their mothers. How did the shift from matriarchy to patriarchy come about? In fascinating detail, Merlin Stone tells us the story of the Goddess who reigned supreme in the Near and Middle East. The landmark exploration of the ancient worship of the Great Goddess and the eventual supression of women's rites. In When God Was a Woman, Merlin Stone provides abundant information about early female religions that can make up for the disinformation and censorship that.
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Presenting the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, topics of the Summa follow the following cycle: God Creation, Man Man's purpose Christ the Sacraments and back to God.Īlthough unfinished, it is "one of the classics of the history of philosophy and one of the most influential works of Western literature." It remains Aquinas' "most perfect work, the fruit of his mature years, in which the thought of his whole life is condensed". It is a compendium of all of the main theological teachings of the Catholic Church, intended to be an instructional guide for theology students, including seminarians and the literate laity. 'Summary of Theology'), often referred to simply as the Summa, is the best-known work of Thomas Aquinas (1225–1274), a scholastic theologian and Doctor of the Church. The Summa Theologiae or Summa Theologica ( transl. Matt and Charlotte’s story begins with Mr. A journey that will take your breath away and a love story that will become one of the most memorable you will ever find. President is the beginning seeds of this incredible team. Walking away will be the hardest thing of all. But our chemical connection is quickly becoming dangerously combustive, putting not only my heart, but Matt's chance at the presidency on the line. We're stealing touches, stealing moments, and stealing away at night. But soon, the next possible president of the United States is possessing me in more ways than one-and despite the risks, I'm helpless to resist. All eyes are on him and his popularity is surging. I'm determined to make a difference he is determined to win.įocused on his goal, Matt is steadfast, ruthless, and disarming. Three terms later, an invitation to join Matthew Hamilton’s campaign is the most exhilarating opportunity I’ve ever experienced. I promised that if he did, I’d be by his side. He promised me that he’d never run for president. Matthew Hamilton was handsome, polished, and intelligent. I met the president’s son when we were both young. Published by CreateSpace on October 31st 2016įrom New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Katy Evans comes a sizzling new contemporary romance. Inurnment will follow in the parish cemetery with full Military Rites. 16, 2004, 3PM at Our Lady of the Lakes Parish, St. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, Dec. Martha Thomas, Clara Glander and Katherine Hansen. He is preceded in death by 1 son, William, 1 daughter, Shelley (presumed deceased), 1 grandson, Travis Johnson, 1 brother, William and 3 sister. He is further survived by 2 grandchildren, Kelly Rusch of Random Lake and Mandy Hansen of Park Falls, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is survived by his 5 children: Robert, Mary, Roger and Dale Hansen, all of Random Lake, and Ronald (Wendy) Hansen of Park Falls. He was a member of Our Lady of the Lakes Parish, a former member of the American Legion and enjoyed playing cards, working puzzles, woodworking and building small crafts. Hansen most recently had worked in the Iron Foundry at Kohler, retiring in 1983. He was united in marriage with Joyce Berth in September of 1947 at St. He entered the US Army in October of 1942 and left the service in January of 1946. Joseph was born on Apin Random Lake, the son of John and Susan Rassel Hansen. Joseph Hansen, of the Country Harbor Apartments in Random Lake, passed away after a brief stay at Sheboygan Progressive Care Center in Sheboygan on Friday evening, December 10, 2004. Tolde arrives on a world where heresy breeds insurrection and war is only a matter of time. Senior Inquisitor Tolde Breed is sent to the planet Crimeat to investigate the escape of one of the deadliest beings in the history of the universe: Amongeratix, one of the fabled THREE, sons of the god-king. But a terrible secret, known only to the most powerful, threatens to undo three millennia of progress. Under the rigid guidance of the Conclave, the seven hundred known worlds carve out a new empire with the compassion and wisdom the gods once offered. Book Synopsis It is a troubled time, for the old gods are returning and they want the universe back. Caught in a war he doesnt understand, Inquisitor Breed finds himself at the center of a dark secret that threatens to unravel everything humanity has sought to achieve. The old gods are returning and they want the universe back. These characters are authentic and interesting. But, after sticking with it,(despite the indulgences of old men's sexual fantasies gratuitously thrown in by LM), it ended up being a pretty entertaining book, more humorous than the McMurtry I have come to expect, but ultimately displaying the pathos I have always known from this author. Started a bit slow, enough to make me think that McMurtry had finally lost his touch. " Disregard the three stars, I'll actually call it three and a half. " One of my favorite authors and the end of the Duane Moore saga, but not in the same league as Lonesome Dove or The Last Picture Show. Perhaps, someday I may read another of his books. From reading the reviews of others I gather that this not a good example of the author's talent. I believe it is the first McMurtry book that I have read. " I made it through the last page but it was a struggle. It's a light read, a bit humorous in places.I just like Larry McMurtry - he has some characters!!!! " - Sue, Slater, a billionaire who wants to save African Rhinos by importing them to Texas. Short chapters, static and disjointed storyline, but Duane, grandson Willy, Bobby Lee, and Honor Carmichael are back with the addition of K. Nothing much happens in his life anymore, so I guess it's time to go. " Not really good, but I have a sentimental attachment to Duane. Nothing could matter less than what we call this force. Or let's say it is a cry from deep within to Life or Love, with capital L's. Let's say it is what the Greeks called the Really Real, what lies within us, beyond the scrim of our values, positions, convictions, and wounds. Or if that is too triggering or ludicrous a concept for you, to the Good, the force that is beyond our comprehension but that in our pain or supplication or relief we don't need to define or have proof of or any established contact with. Let's say it is communication from one's heart to God. It is communication from the heart to that which surpasses understanding. Prayer is private, even when we pray with others. It's not for display purposes, like plastic sushi or neon. You may in fact be wondering what I even mean when I use the word "prayer." It's certainly not what TV Christians mean. I do not know much about God and prayer, but I have come to believe, over the past twenty-five years, that there's something to be said about keeping prayer simple. Read on to find out what they are in this excerpt from her book, Help Thanks Wow. Author Anne Lamott says there are three simple prayers that can get you through the good, bad and even the ordinary aspects of daily life. Van Draanen ( Sammy Keyes and the Hollywood Mummy Mystery, 2000, etc.) deftly manages the difficult task of establishing and maintaining the reader’s sympathy with both characters. The story is told in both voices, in alternating chapters that develop from a sort of “he said, she said” dialogue into an exploration of perception, misapprehension, and context. But in their eighth-grade year, Juli’s fight to save an old tree from being cut down causes Bryce to look at Juli with growing admiration-just at the same time that Juli finally realizes that Bryce’s character does not measure up to his eyes. For her to back off-you know, just give me some space.” Six years after their meeting, Bryce is something of a judgmental priss (just like his father), and Juli is full of passion and enthusiasm for life. It’s his eyes.” As far as Bryce is concerned, the feeling is definitely not mutual: “All I’ve ever wanted is for Juli Baker to leave me alone. Honestly, one look at him and I became a lunatic. For Juli, it is love at first sight: “The day I first met Bryce Loski, I flipped. When Bryce and Julianna (Juli) meet, they are both seven and Bryce has just moved in across the street. Proof that the course of pubescent love never runs smooth. Proceeds from the sale of this edition of 50 will be donated to New York City’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center.Ĭeleste Dupuy-Spencer - photographed by Dawn Blackman When you’ve eaten everything below you, you’ll devour yourself/except in dreams you’re never really free, 2020/2021 Here the painter talks us through five things to look out for in her new Artspace edition Community and more broadly, society - in all its contradictions - is often the protagonist in a body of work that aims to capture the ever-evolving nature of America. Celeste’s paintings grapple with existential questions through figures and scenes that are at once confrontational and tender. Hailed by curators and critics as a leading artist of her generation, she's known for her energetic brushwork and incorporating a montage of visual language. Celeste Dupuy-Spencer moves between styles, gestures and a history of painting to interrogate the American experience. Emma Edmonds cut off her hair and assumed the identity of a man to enlist as a Union private, witnessing the bloodiest battles of the Civil War. Karen Abbott illuminates one of the most fascinating yet little known aspects of the Civil War: the stories of four courageous women-a socialite, a farmgirl, an abolitionist, and a widow-who were spies.Īfter shooting a Union soldier in her front hall with a pocket pistol, Belle Boyd became a courier and spy for the Confederate army, using her charms to seduce men on both sides. Karen Abbott, the New York Times bestselling author of Sin in the Second City and "pioneer of sizzle history" (USA Today), tells the spellbinding true story of four women who risked everything to become spies during the Civil War.
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