Journey To The Land Of The Real

Victor Segalen (1878-1919) was a doctor, a traveller (principally in Polynesia and China), and above all else, a great poet. An admirer especially of Gauguin and Rimbaud, the journey undertaken in this, his last and most important work, is that between the imagined and the real: 'neither a poem about a journey, nor the travel diary of a wanderer's dream'. Journey to the Land of the Real is the summation of the author's life as both traveller and poet, and a summation that is all the more surprising since he could know nothing of his imminent and mysterious death.

A novella, a play, a collection of short stories, are all in "Journey to the Land of Green Chartreuse." Subjects vary from egomaniacal directors to King Arthur's Cave and the eerie punishments of It Master Shadow!

In the enchanting novel "Magical Winds: Journey to the Land of Storms" readers are whisked away to a vibrant world where the elements hold ancient secrets and magic flows as freely as the winds. The story follows the brave young sorceress, Elara, as she embarks on a quest to save her kingdom from a perpetual storm that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear. Armed with only her wits and the nascent powers she is just beginning to understand, Elara must navigate the treacherous Land of Storms, where the weather reflects the hearts and minds of its inhabitants. As Elara delves deeper into the storm-ravaged lands, she encounters characters who challenge her perceptions of right and wrong, strength and weakness. Among them is the enigmatic Storm Weaver, a figure shrouded in mystery whose intentions might not be as evil as they first appear. With her newfound allies, Elara learns that the chaos engulfing her home is part of a much larger battle between ancient forces, one that can only be settled by understanding the true nature of her magic. The novel's rich, descriptive prose paints a world where every gust of wind and raindrop carries a sense of purpose and possibility. The storms that Elara faces are not only physical but also emotional and ethical, pushing her to grow beyond her fears and embrace her role in a prophecy written long before her birth. Each challenge she overcomes unravels part of a larger tapestry, revealing the deep connections between the elements and the people who wield them. "Magical Winds: Journey to the Land of Storms" is a mesmerizing tale combining thrilling adventure and profound introspective challenges. It is a compelling read for anyone drawn to stories of personal growth and magical exploration. As Elara's journey progresses, the reader is invited to consider the power of self-belief and the impact of our choices on our lives and the world around us. This novel promises to leave readers both entertained and thoughtful long after the last page is turned.

The bestselling Journey to the West comic book by artist Chang Boon Kiat is now back in a brand new fully coloured edition. Journey to the West is one of the greatest classics in Chinese literature. It tells the epic tale of the monk Xuanzang who journeys to the West in search of the Buddhist sutras with his disciples, Sun Wukong, Sandy and Pigsy. Along the way, Xuanzang's life was threatened by the diabolical White Bone Spirit, the menacing Red Child and his fearsome parents and, a host of evil spirits who sought to devour Xuanzang's flesh to attain immortality. Bear witness to the formidable Sun Wukong's (Monkey God) prowess as he takes them on, using his Fiery Eyes, Golden Cudgel, Somersault Cloud, and quick wits! Be prepared for a galloping read that will leave you breathless!

This book is suspense-action, intriguing, adventure and drama. Young Hotel workers recruited to serve the Islamic Conference to settle disputes in the Persian Gulf fear the threat of Iraqi invasion at any moment to foil the summit. As the clock ticks the more fear and tension everyone feels as the news of invasion can occur anytime during the conference. Some disturbed hotel staff were discouraged and want to quit . However, they demanded to be dispatched immediately and some become paranoid however, the camp boss declines their demand. Bomb explosions are expected to occur as authorities begin to search bombs and capture infiltrators.

Tarim is where one can detach from everything to recharge spiritually and to seek knowledge from the descendants of the Prophet Muhammad. The land offers an intensive course, rejuvenating the soul for a better understanding of Islamic teachings. In My Journey to the Land of Love, author Umm Soffah Nourellyssa shares the story of her experiences in Tarim, a beautiful place surrounded by looming mountains, a place that carries the early significance of Islamic history. She tells how she embarked on a spiritual traveling journey as a seeker on the path, going beyond an ordinary mind where extraordinary works of God manifest simultaneously with trials and tribulations. Motivational and inspirational, My Journey to the Land of Love describes Nourellyssas daily experiences in Tarim as she transitioned from a secular education and years of employment to the gates of this spiritual center of original Islamic teaching. It shares how she came to know a personal relationship with God beyond the practical routines.

If you look at math by eyes you see symbols, by brain knowledge, by heart truth, and by soul God. This book is about flying over math-land, enjoying the view, and landing safely. It seems inconceivable how much we rely on mathematics/numbers in our daily lives and how natural it feels. Our birth is announced by a set of numbers representing the time, date, and our height and weight. We become a functioning member of society only after a Social Security number is assigned to us. Our health and fitness are evaluated using numbers representing our blood pressure, heart rate, body temperature, and so on. From that point onward, every action performed and every life encountered becomes part of our ongoing use of mathematics/numbers. This book traces applications of mathematics. The goal is to find a way to delight readers about the discipline and open the door for them to see its beauty by presenting a variety of applications. It is particularly useful for the individuals with some mathematics background or interests.

An emotional, evocative coming-of-age story about one deeply intelligent and perceptive girl’s attempt to find her own voice in prerevolutionary Iran “An immensely moving, extraordinarily eloquent, and passionate memoir.”—Harold Bloom Roya Hakakian was twelve years old in 1979 when the revolution swept through Tehran. The daughter of an esteemed poet, she grew up in a household that hummed with intellectual life. Family gatherings were punctuated by witty, satirical exchanges and spontaneous recitations of poetry. But the Hakakians were also part of the very small Jewish population in Iran who witnessed the iron fist of the Islamic fundamentalists increasingly tightening its grip. It is with the innocent confusion of youth that Roya describes her discovery of a swastika—“a plus sign gone awry, a dark reptile with four hungry claws”—painted on the wall near her home. As a schoolgirl she watched as friends accused of reading blasphemous books were escorted from class by Islamic Society guards, never to return. Only much later did Roya learn that she was spared a similar fate because her teacher admired her writing. Hakakian relates in the most poignant, and at times painful, ways what life was like for women after the country fell into the hands of Islamic fundamentalists who had declared an insidious war against them, but we see it all through the eyes of a strong, youthful optimist who somehow came up in the world believing that she was different, knowing she was special. A wonderfully evocative story, Journey from the Land of No reveals an Iran most readers have not encountered and re-creates a time and place dominated by religious fanaticism, violence, and fear with an open heart.