21 results for 'Tuan'

The conflict between the British Empire and the American colonies erupts in all-out war. Rebels and loyalists to the British Crown compete for an alliance with the Six Nations of the Iroquois, the...

A young French woman from an Algerian background settles in Tetuán with her Spanish husband and their family. She falls in love with their new home, a mansion that has stood empty for years, its...

The Tombs of Atuan is a hardback edition of the second book in the Earthsea series. Ged Sparrowhawk, a young wizard, arrives at the Tombs of Atuan, seeking the Ring of Erreth-Akbe, a powerful...

The Tombs of Atuan is a fantasy novel by Ursula K. Le Guin, set in the world of Earthsea. Tenar, a young woman, is chosen as high priestess to the ancient Powers of the Earth and tasked with guarding...

Yi-Fu Tuan explores humanity's enduring desire to escape reality and find alternatives in his thought-provoking book.The concept of escapism is not new, dating back to prehistoric times when our...

Topophilia: A Study of Environmental Perception, Attitudes, and Values by Yi-fu Tuan explores the complex relationships between humans and their environment. Tuan examines how cultural differences...

Yi-Fu Tuan's journey to China in 2005 was a homecoming of sorts, as he returned to the place he had left as a child sixty-four years earlier. This personal and reflective work weaves together his...

The Hydrologic Cycle and the Wisdom of God A Theme in Geoteleology by Yi-Fu Tuan explores the development of the concept of the hydrologic cycle as a way to reconcile the natural world with the idea...

Cosmos & Hearth: A Cosmopolite's Viewpoint by Yi-fu Tuan explores the relationship between culture and landscape, arguing that two scales - "cosmos" and "hearth" - are essential to understanding what...

Space and Place: The Perspective of Experience explores the complex relationships between people and their surroundings. Eminent geographer Yi-Fu Tuan examines how we form attachments to home,...

Dominance and Affection: The Making of Pets is a thought-provoking exploration of the human relationship with animals. Yi-Fu Tuan examines how our treatment of animals reflects broader societal...

Irish Fairy Tales by James Stephens is presented in this beautifully illustrated volume. Stephens' retellings of Irish myths and fairy tales are known for their humour and lyricism, making them...

Understanding Reality: A Taoist Alchemical Classic by Po-tuan and Chang is a foundational text in Chinese philosophy that explores the nature of reality. First translated into English, this work...

Beautifully illustrated version of James Stephens' collection of Irish fairy tales. This enchanting book brings to life timeless legends such as The Story of Tuan Mac Cairill, The Wooing of Becfola,...

Unbelievable Underdogs and Rebellious Role Models is a heart-stopping collection of true stories about athletes who defied the odds to achieve greatness. From footballers who overcame poverty and...

A poignant and powerful novel about an immigrant family's struggle to stay connected in a new land. When Huong arrives in New Orleans with her two young sons, she is forced to confront the reality of...

The Big Five Hokkien families played a pivotal role in shaping Penang's economy and maritime trading patterns in the 19th century. Their networks of family relationships, sworn brotherhoods,...

A modern-day well for mothers, this seven-week Bible study offers a gathering place to encourage one another, take an honest look at the challenges we face as moms, and experience the God who invites...

Topophrenia: Place, Narrative, and the Spatial Imagination by Robert T. Tally Jr. This collection of essays explores the relationship between space, place, and mapping in literary criticism, history,...

Joseph Conrad's masterpiece, Lord Jim, is a thought-provoking tale that explores the complexities of human nature. After being found wanting in a moment of crisis, Jim seeks solace in a remote...

Daoist Sleeping Meditation: Chen Tuan's Sleeping Gong by Tom Bisio offers a unique insight into the world of Daoist meditation. This ancient practice, passed down through generations, allows...