The autobiography of the early radical leader and her participation in communist, anarchist, and feminist activities

The autobiography of the early radical leader and her participation in communist, anarchist, and feminist activities

Anarchist, journalist, drama critic, advocate of birth control and free love, Emma Goldman was the most famous—and notorious—woman in the early twentieth century. This abridged version of her two-volume autobiography takes her from her birthplace in czarist Russia to the socialist enclaves of Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Against a dramatic backdrop of political argument, show trials, imprisonment, and tempestuous romances, Goldman chronicles the epoch that she helped shape: the reform movements of the Progressive Era, the early years of and later disillusionment with Lenin’s Bolshevik experiment, and more. Sounding a call still heard today, Living My Life is a riveting account of political ferment and ideological turbulence. First time in Penguin Classics Condensed to half the length of Goldman's original work, this edition is accessible to those interested in the activist and her extraordinary era

My Life by Richard Wagner is an autobiographical account of the personal and professional experiences of one of the greatest composers in history. The book offers a unique insight into the mind, life, and work of the man who revolutionized the world of opera and left an indelible mark on the musical landscape. Wagner's writing style is candid, introspective, and deeply reflective, providing readers with a detailed and intimate portrayal of his innermost thoughts and emotions. From his childhood in Leipzig to his rise to fame in Germany and beyond, the book covers all significant events in Wagner's life, giving readers a comprehensive understanding of the man behind the music. One of the most striking aspects of My Life is Wagner's honest account of his tumultuous personal life. His relationships with his family, friends, and lovers are portrayed with great vulnerability and sensitivity, allowing readers to understand the impact these relationships had on his creative process and musical compositions. The book also delves into Wagner's creative process, providing readers with a glimpse into the mind of a musical genius. Through his vivid description of his artistic inspirations, struggles, and breakthroughs, readers are able to gain a deeper appreciation for the complexity and depth of Wagner's work. Wagner's political views and controversies are also explored in My Life. His strong nationalistic and anti-Semitic beliefs are a recurring theme throughout the book, shedding light on the societal and cultural influences that shaped Wagner's thinking and creative expression. In addition to the personal and professional aspects of his life, My Life also offers valuable insights into the historical and cultural context in which Wagner lived and worked. From his encounters with influential figures such as Franz Liszt and Friedrich Nietzsche to his travels across Europe, the book provides a rich and nuanced understanding of the times in which Wagner lived. My Life is a captivating and enlightening read, offering a rare glimpse into the life of a musical pioneer. It is a must-read for anyone interested in classical music, opera, and the life and times of one of the most influential figures in the history of music.

Long ago we humans used a form of communication and sensing that did not involve the brain in any way; rather, it came from a sacred place within our hearts. What good would it do to find this place again? This is a book of remembering. You have always had this place within your heart, and it is still there now. It existed before creation, and it will exist even after the last star shines its brilliant light. At night when you enter your dreams, you leave your mind and enter the sacred space of your heart. But do you remember? Or do you only remember the dream? Why am I telling you about this "something" that is fading from our memories? What good would it do to find this place again in a world where the greatest religion is science and the logic of the mind? Don't I know where emotions and feelings are second-class citizens? Yes, I do. But my teachers have asked me to remind you who you really are. You are more than just a human being, much more. For within your heart is a place, a sacred place, where the world can literally be remade through conscious cocreation. If you really want peace of spirit and if you want to return home, I invite you into the beauty of your own heart. With your permission, I will show you what has been shown to me. I will give you the exact instructions to the pathway into your heart where you and God are intimately one. It is your choice. But I must warn you: Within this experience resides great responsibility. Life knows when a spirit is born to the higher worlds, and life will use you as all the great masters who have ever lived have been used. If you read this book and do the meditation and then expect nothing to change in your life, you may get caught spiritually napping. Once you have entered the light of the great darkness, your life will change -- eventually, you will remember who you really are.

The sacred Flower of Life pattern, the primary geometric generator of all physical form, is explored in even more depth in this volume, the second half of the famed Flower of Life workshop. The proportions of the human body, the nuances of human consciousness, the sizes and distances of the stars, planets and moons, even the creations of humankind, are all shown to reflect their origins in this beautiful and divine image. Through an intricate and detailed geometrical mapping, Drunvalo Melchizedek shows how the seemingly simple design of the Flower of Life contains the genesis of our entire third-dimensional existence. From the pyramids and mysteries of Egypt to the new race of Indigo children, Drunvalo presents the sacred geometries of the Reality and the subtle energies that shape our world. We are led through a divinely inspired labyrinth of science and stories, logic and coincidence, on a path of remembering where we come from and the wonder and magic of who we are. Finally, for the first time in print, Drunvalo shares the instructions for the Mer-Ka-Ba meditation, step-by-step techniques for the re-creation of the energy field of the evolved human, which is the key to ascension and the next dimensional world.if done from love, this ancient process of breathing prana opens up for us a world of tantalizing possibility in this dimension, from protective powers to the healing of oneself, of others and even of the planet. Embrace the expanded vision and understanding that Drunvalo offers to the world. Coincidences abound, miracles flourish and the amazing stories of mysteries unveiled arise as the author probes the Ancient Secrets of the Flower of Life.

Through poetry, prayer and its answers, sermon notes, Bible study, and quiet time in communion with God, Gibbs describes his life in Christ. (Christian)