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| Sister, Sinner: The Miraculous Life and Mysterious Disappearance of Aimee Semple McPhersonby Claire HoffmanScandal, spectacle, and salvation collide in the story of Aimee Semple McPherson, America’s first superstar evangelist. Her dramatic disappearance and controversial return captivated the nation and forever changed the face of modern religion. This noir-tinged portrait of a woman ahead of her time is riveting. |
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| Holy Men of the Electromagnetic Age: A Forgotten History of the Occult by Raphael CormackIn the early 20th century, spiritualists, clairvoyants, fakirs, and miracle workers captivated a world caught between tradition and modern science. This fascinating history explores not only two of the most charismatic figures of the era but also the vibrant, often-overlooked cultures of the occult that thrived in Paris, New York, Beirut, and beyond. |
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Islam : a new history from Muhammad to the present by John TolanAn essential and timely new history of the religion in all its astonishing richness and diversity as it has been practiced by Muslims around the world, from seventh-century Mecca to today.
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Leap over a Wall : Earthy Spirituality for Everyday Christians by Eugene H. PetersonWorking with the premise that no other character in the Bible is as human and vulnerable as David, the author of Living the Message uses stories from David's life to illustrate how Christians today can learn to deal with such issues as love, grief, friendship, sin, and suffering. e Audio on Libby |
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Aflame: Learning from Silence by Pico IyerExtolling the virtues of silence and meditation, author and traveler Pico Iyer shares insights from his regular visits -- spanning three decades -- to a Benedictine monastery in California. Part personal reflection, part philosophical musing, his observations reveal how a contemplative life can better equip us to deal with the modern age.
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Peace : hope and healing for the anxious momma's heart by Becky ThompsonIn this comforting book, a best-selling author with a degree in biblical studies reassures Christian mothers that their faith is not broken by fear and offers a practical and spiritual approach to the discussion of anxiety and how it impacts your mind, body and spirit.
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The ruthless elimination of hurryby John Mark ComerWithin the pages of this book, you’ll find a fascinating roadmap to staying emotionally healthy and spiritually alive in the chaos of the modern world.
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We follow Sarah Sands on her personal journey as she identifies common characteristics from centuries of monastic life and how they can take us beyond the self-absorption of many contemporary self-help strategies to genuine inner peace and happiness. |
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Hear Yourself : How to Find Peace in a Noisy World by Prem RawatThe cacophony of modern life can be deafening, leaving us feeling frazzled and uneasy. In this warm, wise book, Prem Rawat teaches us how to turn down the noise to “hear ourselves”—to listen to the subtle song of peace that sings inside each of us.
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