Book Sketches

An Appeal to the World: the way to peace in a time of division by Dalai Lama XIV and Franz Alt

Fri, 02/09/2018 - 11:47am -- JGranatino

This slender book begins with a timely appeal for secular ethics and peace,  in which the Dalai Lama urges us to reconnect with “our innate human nature, our natural affinity for goodness, compassion, and caring for others,” realizing we are truly one family and reflecting on how we might best serve each other.

Drawing Calm: relax, refresh, refocus with 20 drawing, painting and collage workshops inspired by Klimt, Klee, Monet and more by Susan Evenson

Fri, 02/09/2018 - 11:32am -- JGranatino

Using calming works by great masters for inspiration, Evenson guides the reader in art projects using pastels, paints, and collages designed to spark creativity while promoting relaxation and mindfulness.

Medical Medium Thyroid Healing: the truth behind Hashimoto's, Graves', Insomnia, Hypothyroidism, Thyroid Nodules & Epstein-Barr by Anthony William

Wed, 02/07/2018 - 1:41pm -- JGranatino

William's third book in his Medical Medium Series, Medical Medium Thyroid Healing puts a new spin on the epidemic of thyroid disease. He asserts that the reason why so many thyroid patients don't get enough relief from medication is not because of the thyroid. This, in itself, is another symptom of a far greater problem. The issue is an underlying virus that is invasive to the body.

White Chrysanthemum by Mary Lynn Bracht

Tue, 02/06/2018 - 10:04am -- JGranatino

During WWII, Japanese-occupied Koreans were subject to severe punishment for keeping to their culture, even taking on Japanese names for fear of reprisal. Hana is sixteen years old and has become one of the honored haenyeo, a diving woman, to help provide her family with food from the sea. While diving one day, she spots a soldier headed towards her younger sister on the beach.

The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn

Fri, 01/26/2018 - 3:23pm -- JGranatino

Anna Fox lives alone, a voluntary prisoner in her own home. Until a traumatic accident left her in pain and afraid to face the outside world, Anna led a normal life as a therapist, a loving mother and wife. Now one of the few links to the outside world is her blog, through which she counsels others. In between sessions, she watches classic black & white movies, spies on her neighbors and self-medicates.

The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83 1/4 years old by Hendrik Groen & Hester Velmans (translator)

Thu, 01/18/2018 - 10:54am -- JGranatino

A bestseller in Scandinavia, The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83 1/4 years old has been translated for an English audience, depicting life in an elderly living complex. Hendrik, with his best friend and partner-in-crime Evert, form the Old-But-Not-Dead Club with a handful of neighbors, much to the consternation of the administrator of the facility. They organize weekly outings from wine tasting to golf with a sense of humor and purpose.

The Islamic Jesus: How the King of Jews Became a Prophet of the Muslims by Mustafa Akyol

Tue, 01/16/2018 - 9:53am -- JGranatino

Although it is not generally known in the West, Muslims greatly venerate Jesus (Issa) and his mother Mary (Maryam), both of whom are mentioned extensively in the Qur’an. Author Akyol gives a detailed explanation the unique prophetic role of Jesus in the Qur’an and explores similarities and differences in Christian and Islamic perspectives on Jesus and his mother.

Make Great Art on Your iPad: Paint, Draw, Share by Alison Jardine

Tue, 01/16/2018 - 9:49am -- JGranatino

In his recent exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, 76-year old British artist David Hockney included recent artworks created on his iPad using the Brushes app. Observing Hockney’s skillful use of digital media may banish your skepticism about working with non-traditional, technological tools. If you would like to learn more about digital painting, author Jardine’s book is a perfect introduction.

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