First major anthology in English of Korean poetry written in the classical Chinese style, presenting more than two hundred poems spanning a thousand year period. The selected poems explore a unique cultural phenomenon, expressing a Korean perspective on the transitoriness of life and the ephemerality of kingdoms and beauty, and the joy and longing of the eternal present.--Back cover.

Step into the enchanting world of "The Mysterious Garden," where magic and adventure await! In this captivating juvenile fiction book, readers aged 7-11 will embark on an extraordinary journey of discovery, friendship, and the wonders of nature. Follow the courageous protagonist, Lily, as she unravels the secrets hidden within the garden's blooming petals and verdant pathways. As Lily ventures deeper into this mystical realm, she encounters talking trees, singing flowers, and elusive fairy folk. Each step leads her closer to understanding the true essence of the garden and her own place within it. From the moment Lily stumbles upon an enchanted seed, a whole new world opens up before her eyes. She discovers a hidden door, revealing a breathtakingly beautiful garden that holds more mysteries than she could have ever imagined. With her newfound companions, Ethan, Sofia, and Oliver, Lily's adventures take her to moonlit ponds, underground realms, and forgotten fountains, each holding its own unique magic waiting to be unlocked. But it's not all just whimsy and wonder. Along the way, Lily encounters challenges that test her courage and determination. She must decipher riddles from talking statues, protect the garden from threats, and uncover the truth behind the garden's greatest secret. Through it all, she learns valuable lessons about the interconnectedness of all living beings and the importance of safeguarding nature's wonders. "The Mysterious Garden: Uncovering Secrets Beneath the Blooms" is a delightful blend of mystery, fantasy, and nature, captivating young readers with its vivid descriptions and immersive storytelling. Author [Author Name] skillfully weaves a tale that not only entertains but also nurtures a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world. Perfect for children aged 7 to 11, this book will spark their imagination and ignite a love for adventure and the magic that can be found in everyday life. Join Lily and her friends on an unforgettable quest as they explore the garden's mysteries and forge lifelong friendships amidst its blooming wonders. Get ready to embark on an enchanting journey filled with secrets, friendship, and the boundless beauty of "The Mysterious Garden"!

In the gentrifying neighborhood of Greenpoint, Brooklyn, rests a huge rose-colored apartment building called The Astral. For decades it was the happy home of the poet Harry Quirk, his wife, Luz, and their two children: Karina, now a fervent freegan, and Hector, now in the clutches of a cultish Christian community. But when Luz finds poems that ignite her long-simmering suspicions of infidelity, Harry is summarily kicked out, leaving him to reckon with the consequence of his literary, marital, and parental failures. With tremendous grace and acute perception, Kate Christensen details Harry’s floundering attempts to find his way back into Luz’s arms—and back to his better self—in a novel that is funny, bittersweet, and terrifically moving.

Focusing specifically on the stories of the Han Chinese (the largest ethnic group in China, numbering over a billion people), this collection presents more than 50 tales, both well known and obscure—from Monkeys Fishing the Moon and The Butterfly Lovers to Painted Skin and Dragon Princess. These are stories that will enchant listeners of all ages, while providing a glimpse into Chinese traditions and ways of thought. To further enhance cultural understanding, the tales are supplemented with historical and cultural background, notes on storytelling, crafts and games, recipes, proverbs, color photos, a map, a glossary, and more. In the past decades, the doors between China and the West have been flung open. Explosive economic growth and massive increases in travel and immigration have engendered curiosity and interest in this burgeoning nation. Yet modernization has a dark side too, threatening traditional Chinese culture, including stories and storytelling. This new gathering of stories from a variety of sources, captures the fading storytelling traditions of a vast and diverse country. Focusing specifically on the stories of the Han Chinese (the largest ethnic group in China, numbering over a billion people), the collection presents more than 50 tales, both well known and obscure—from Monkeys Fishing the Moon and The Butterfly Lovers to Dragon Princess and Painted Skin. These are stories that will enchant listeners of all ages, while providing a glimpse into Chinese traditions and ways of thought. Tales are organized into seven sections: Animal Tales; Tales of Magic, Love and Romance; Myths, Legends and Immortals; Moral Stories; How Things Came to Be; and Proverbial Tales. To further enhance cultural understanding, the stories are supplemented with historical and cultural background, notes on storytelling and other folk traditions, recipes, proverbs, color photos, a map, a glossary, and more. All grade levels.

Synopsis for Magnus by Matthew Dickens What do the following things have in common Christ's parable about the Mustard Tree. Samson's riddle to the Philistines. NicoloPaganini's 13th Caprice. Mary Shelleys novel Frankenstein. The The Luciferian symbols in Napoleon's tomb. The Massorah Magna of the Hebrew Bible. The first edition mustard-colored jacket cover for Bram Stoker's novel Dracula. The Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906. The resurrection of Judas Iscariot. And the Apostle Paul's prophetic writings about the Mystery of Iniquity. Only one man can decipher this ancient enigma. A man nearly two thousand years old. He is not Longinus or the Wandering Jew. He is something else, a living foreshadow of the returning Christ. Born in the Bethlehem in 23 A.D. to parents of great power, Magnus the Lehohn soon discovers his life has been marked by a parabolic shadow that will take him across the centuries. Though born a prince in the Tribe of Judah, his Gentile mother prepares him for the life of a warrior after his father and brother are murdered by a Cappadocian assassin. But his earthly training in the elite cavalry units of the Roman Army is just the beginning. On the eve of Jerusalems fall, Magnus is crowned by the Archangel Michael as the next champion in the Shekinah Legacy. Gifted with the preternatural abilities of Old Testament champions, and a secret power which no demon or angel can stand against, Magnus begins his journey through time to discover the truth. And when he does, the Word of God will shake Heaven and Earth like never before. Biography: Matthew Dickens has been a writer and Biblical researcher for nearly fifteen years. He is represented by Peter Rubie, CEO of theNew York based agency Fine Print Literary Management.