Download or read book Dancing with Sophia written by Michael Schwartz and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 2019-11-01 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the philosophical dimensions and implications of integral theory. Dancing with Sophia is the first book of essays to focus on the philosophical dimensions and implications of integral theory. A metatheory that organizes first order theories and disciplines into higher order modes of knowing and insight needed to address the complexity of today’s world, integral theory has already impacted a wide range of disciplines, from psychology to business to religious studies to art. Included here are perspectives by scholars in the continental, comparativist, and process traditions who dive into integral theory’s postmetaphysical claims in order to mine, extend, and critique its philosophical merits. On the verge of its own emergence, integral philosophy promotes modes of creative critical thought oriented toward the multidimensional flourishing of planetary well-being, and Dancing with Sophia will be of interest to scholars in philosophy; religious studies; transpersonal, developmental, and humanist psychology; and more. “Integral theory is a bold and provocative endeavor. It challenges one to think past the norm, to sail beyond the horizon and risk encountering the Scylla and Charybdis of what is academically acceptable—or at least familiar—and what is possible, in ways that only are now beginning to dawn on both thinking and dwelling. If it is nothing else, integral theory is the movement beyond the purely intellectual into the lived experience. This is its ‘meta-’ dimension properly understood.” — from the Foreword by Brian Schroeder

Download or read book Sophie s Dance Class written by Angela McAllister and published by Orion Children's Books. This book was released on 2013-06-06 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Early Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey. Sophie loves to dance. She dreams of being a ballerina, and when she receives ballet lessons for her birthday, she hopes her wish to be a real dancer one day might really come true.

Download or read book Dance and the Creative Couple written by Sheri Rosenfeld and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tea Time with Sophia Grace and Rosie written by Sophia Grace Brownlee and published by Scholastic Press. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cousins Sophia Grace and Rosie plan a princess tea party, with invitations and costumes.

Download or read book The Baddest Bitch in the Room written by Sophia Chang and published by Catapult. This book was released on 2021-09-21 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first Asian woman in hip-hop, Sophia Chang shares the inspiring story of her career in the music business, working with such acts as The Wu-Tang Clan and A Tribe Called Quest, her path to becoming an entrepreneur, and her candid accounts of marriage, motherhood, aging, desire, marginalization, and martial arts. Fearless and unpredictable, Sophia Chang prevailed in a male-dominated music industry to manage the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B. The daughter of Korean immigrants in predominantly white suburban Vancouver, Chang left for New York City, and soon became a powerful voice in music boardrooms at such record companies as Atlantic, Jive, and Universal Music Group. As an A&R rep, Chang met a Staten Island rapper named Prince Rakeem, now known as the RZA, founder of the Wu-Tang Clan, the most revered and influential rap group in hip-hop history. That union would send her on a transformational odyssey, leading her to a Shaolin monk who would become her partner, an enduring kung fu practice, two children, and a reckoning with what type woman she ultimately wanted to be. For decades, Chang helped remarkably talented men tell their stories. Now, with The Baddest Bitch In The Room, she is ready to tell her own story of marriage, motherhood, aging, desire, marginalization, and martial arts. This is an inspirational debut memoir by a woman of color who has had the audacity to be bold in the pursuit of her passions, despite what anyone—family, society, the dominant culture—have prescribed.

Download or read book Sophia s Dance written by Shannon Keys and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-12-19 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfection is the tune of Sophia's dance, and has been since she was a little girl. Now, with her family moving across the world for her to join the newly established Ballet House of New York, she finds herself under more scrutiny and pressure than she has faced before. It is up to her to dance her way into the circle of the New York City elite and secure her family's future in America. Sophia believes she can manage the grueling dance schedule and demands of her new life, but it all begins to overwhelm her. When her dance partner offers her a solution that will give her the energy she needs to keep up with her own life, she says yes, desperate and unaware of the danger she is embracing. Alex, the spirited stage manager, represents everything Sophia is not and cannot afford to be. He asks questions that Sophia is afraid to answer, and he looks at her as if he can see the things she keeps carefully hidden away. Yet, everything he says stirs a longing inside of Sophia that she has never dared to examine. When addiction takes control of her life and everything begins to crumble, Sophia is forced to choose. Will she continue to dance on the stage set for her by everyone else, or will she finally find the courage to dance to the tune of her own melody?

Download or read book Dancing Into Destiny written by George Vorre and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-03-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "Dancing into Destiny," Jackson and Sophia's reality TV show, "Fixer Upper Meets Dancing with the Stars," takes America by storm. The duo's passion for interior decorating, fitness, and country charm resonates with viewers, and they quickly become celebrities. As they bask in their newfound fame, their relationship is put to the test. Jackson, a 28-year-old aspiring cowboy with a love for country music and dancing, struggles to balance his professional life with his passion for the cowboy lifestyle. His insecurities lead him to keep secrets from Sophia, but deep down, he's a kind and genuine person. Meanwhile, Sophia, a 27-year-old self-confident and successful fitness instructor with a passion for dance, values honesty and trust in relationships. Her strength lies in her ability to adapt and find humor in difficult situations. As they navigate the challenges of celebrity life and managing their business, their relationship is threatened by Travis Mitchell. Travis, a charismatic country musician and regular performer at various Nashville venues, still harbors bitterness towards Jackson for losing out to him on the dance floor. He schemes to sabotage their TV show and steal Sophia's spotlight by exploiting Jackson's insecurities and manipulating Sophia's trust. Their relationship is further complicated by Lily Cooper, a supportive friend who starts to feel left behind as Jackson and Sophia become more famous. She struggles with her own dreams and aspirations, questioning her place in their lives and wondering if she should pursue her own path separate from their success. As tensions rise, Jackson and Sophia must confront their issues head-on. With the help of Eleanor "Ellie" Price, an organized and detail-oriented coworker of Jackson's at the interior decorating firm, and Derek Johnson, a loyal and protective friend of Sophia's who works as a personal trainer at the same gym, they work to overcome their challenges.

Download or read book Sof a Acosta Makes a Scene written by Emma Otheguy and published by Knopf Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2022-01-25 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A poignant, coming of age story about a Cuban-American girl trying to figure out where she belongs--both in her ballet-loving family and the wider world. Perfect for fans of Front Desk and Merci Suárez Changes Gears. It’s a good thing Sofía Acosta loves dreaming up costumes, because otherwise she’s a ballet disaster—unlike her parents, who danced under prima ballerina Alicia Alonso before immigrating to the suburbs of New York. Luckily, when the Acostas host their dancer friends from Cuba for a special performance with the American Ballet Theatre, Sofía learns there’s more than dance holding her family together. Between swapping stories about Cuba and sharing holiday celebrations, the Acostas have never been more of a team. Then Sofía finds out about the dancers’ secret plans to defect to the United States, and makes a serious mistake—she confides in her best friend, only to discover that Tricia doesn't want "outsiders" moving to their community. Now Sofía wonders what the other neighbors in her tight-knit suburban town really think of immigrant families like hers. Sofía doesn’t want to make a scene, but if she doesn’t speak up, how will she figure out if her family really belongs?

Download or read book Dancing At The Still Point written by Elinor Dickson and published by Chiron Publications. This book was released on 2019-05-03 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At a time when we are witnessing the return of the World Soul, the rise of feminine consciousness and the re-enchantment of Nature, the friendship between Marion Woodman and Elinor Dickson offers us a rare glimpse into the new story yearning to be born. Dancing at the Still Point reveals a remarkable friendship rooted in Soul that is both deeply personal and transpersonal. Prompted by a dream in which Marion told her to write about their friendship, Elinor has succeeded in weaving their shared visions, dreams and insights with the playfulness, challenges, and honesty they shared over thirty-four years. Like all deep friendships, Marion and Elinor mirrored each other while mutually affirming their individual destinies. This is a book that celebrates the gift of friendship as a compelling model for community in these times. As Marion would say, “where soul meets soul that’s love” and love is the field in which we are all called to dance. Elinor Dickson, Ph.D., is a psychologist, Jungian therapist, lecturer and workshop leader. She is the co-author of Dancing in the Flames written with Marion Woodman. She lives in Toronto, Ontario

Download or read book Dance with Me written by Charles R. Smith and published by Candlewick Press. This book was released on 2008 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrations and simple, rhyming text encourage the reader to wiggle, shake, and twirl to the beat.

Download or read book Who lost the money written by Adelina Donelly and published by Audiolego. This book was released on 2019-07-03 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first part of the book explains basic sentence structure of Russian language with different examples. The Russian and English texts are located parallel for easier understanding. Each chapter contains patterns of basic sentence structure according to two or three grammar topics. The second part of the book, which is also composed of simple sentences, represents a detective story. The ALARM method utilizes natural human ability to remember words repeatedly and systematically incorporated in texts. The book is equipped with the audio tracks. The address of the home page of the book on the Internet, where audio files are available for listening and downloading, is listed at the beginning of the book on the copyright page.

Download or read book Dance of Life written by Barbara Blythe and published by Pelican Ventures Book Group. This book was released on 2014-01-31 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Charice Marin has lived her entire life with a father who is nothing more than a shadowy figure who dances on the fringes of her consciousness. While in Paris, the American prima ballerina finds herself partnered with Domitri Auberchon, a danseur noble with his own share of shadows and secrets, and from their first meeting, her life is never the same. When an unscrupulous man from her mother's past reappears, dangerous complications arise, and Charice is forced to find her father if she is to save her mother and herself. But Charice's discoveries only serve to throw suspicion on her mother and family. Can Domitri convince Charice he can be trusted when his own past threatens their love and their future?

Download or read book Love Song for Dancing Strings written by Marilyn Ekdahl Ravicz and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2007-09-06 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forget the flute case. Get your butt behind me and run! Weve got to make it to the house, Gino. With that desperate plea, Sophia, a young and talented puppeteer, chides and hastens her youthful flautist-companion, Gino, to run for home and safety. They must escape the German landmines about to destroy the heart of Florence. It is August of 1944. The Germans are losing World War II, but angry at Italys surrender and negotiated alliance with the Allies, their withdrawals from Italy become hot rakes of needless destruction, aided by fervent neo-Fascists propped up by Hitler-backed Mussolini. The withdrawing Wehrmacht destroys many villages and towns, loots artworks and continues to conscript workers, deport Jews and jail or murder defectors. The stage is set for tensions at every level: between German and Allied military forces; between partisans and liberals in Italy and Spain and neo-Fascists across Europe; between Communist/Socialist parties and conservative Roman Catholic support of Fascism in Italy and Spain; between starving Italian women and children and occupying armies; and between Jews who hide and struggle to survive and those who support the Nazi final solution. On the August night the departing German Wehrmacht activates its landmines and destroys many magnificent renaissance buildings and Arno River bridges in Florence, Sophia, a brilliant puppeteer whose family has for generations operated a famous marionette theater, and her flautist, Gino, a refugee youth she befriends, hide in her cellar. They survive the night of terrifying explosions, although the mines destroy much of the back wall of their house. Their home is damaged and unsafe, and Sophia who has used marionettes as cover when acting as a courier for the partisans in a local cafe must flee. Gino, a young and strong adolescent must leave with her in order to escape German labor camp conscriptions. The partial destruction of the back wall of Sophias house reveals a hidden storeroom they think was once an old wine cellar. Searching for things to take with them or trade on the black market, they force open an old trunk and discover an ancient manuscript, some gold ducats, a few not-too-valuable gemstones and a roll of drawings Sophia thinks are backdrops for their stage. She reasons they were discarded with unused, exotic porcelain marionette parts and old scripts. Sophia and Gino realize they must survive alone and without family support. Sophias father is a conscripted worker, and her brothers are soldiers in different armies: one in Italy, and an older brother, Achille, who disappeared from his International Brigade during the Spanish Civil War. Ginos parents died during bombing raids, and Sophia has promised to care for and protect him. Rather than hide and risk discovery or death, they decide to make their way to Barcelona to find Sophias older brother. Their identification papers and ration cards are buried by debris, and they escape with a few articles of clothing, several marionettes, a folding traveling stage, and selected items from those discovered in the newly revealed storeroom: a mysterious, ancient manuscript they later learn is the memoir of a thirteenth century trading trip through the middle east to South China made before Marco Polo by a Jewish merchant from Ancona; gold ducats that prove basic to survival; and the roll of renaissance drawings that later prove to be valuable for the renovation of their lives. Much of the plot turns on the odd fact that the thirteenth century merchant who wrote the memoir-manuscript has the same family name as Sophia. Moreover, its cover page bears the signature of Sophias father (among many others) and includes a written charge to care for the manuscript and related objects. They cannot leave it behind. Who was this merchant who bore the same family name? An ancestor? Or is the do

Download or read book The Water Dancer written by Ta-Nehisi Coates and published by One World. This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • OPRAH’S BOOK CLUB PICK • From the National Book Award–winning author of Between the World and Me, a boldly conjured debut novel about a magical gift, a devastating loss, and an underground war for freedom. “This potent book about America’s most disgraceful sin establishes [Ta-Nehisi Coates] as a first-rate novelist.”—San Francisco Chronicle IN DEVELOPMENT AS A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE • Adapted by Ta-Nehisi Coates and Kamilah Forbes, directed by Nia DaCosta, and produced by MGM, Plan B, and Oprah Winfrey’s Harpo Films NOMINATED FOR THE NAACP IMAGE AWARD • NAMED ONE OF PASTE’S BEST NOVELS OF THE DECADE • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Time • NPR • The Washington Post • Chicago Tribune • Vanity Fair • Esquire • Good Housekeeping • Paste • Town & Country • The New York Public Library • Kirkus Reviews • Library Journal Young Hiram Walker was born into bondage. When his mother was sold away, Hiram was robbed of all memory of her—but was gifted with a mysterious power. Years later, when Hiram almost drowns in a river, that same power saves his life. This brush with death births an urgency in Hiram and a daring scheme: to escape from the only home he’s ever known. So begins an unexpected journey that takes Hiram from the corrupt grandeur of Virginia’s proud plantations to desperate guerrilla cells in the wilderness, from the coffin of the Deep South to dangerously idealistic movements in the North. Even as he’s enlisted in the underground war between slavers and the enslaved, Hiram’s resolve to rescue the family he left behind endures. This is the dramatic story of an atrocity inflicted on generations of women, men, and children—the violent and capricious separation of families—and the war they waged to simply make lives with the people they loved. Written by one of today’s most exciting thinkers and writers, The Water Dancer is a propulsive, transcendent work that restores the humanity of those from whom everything was stolen. Praise for The Water Dancer “Ta-Nehisi Coates is the most important essayist in a generation and a writer who changed the national political conversation about race with his 2015 memoir, Between the World and Me. So naturally his debut novel comes with slightly unrealistic expectations—and then proceeds to exceed them. The Water Dancer . . . is a work of both staggering imagination and rich historical significance. . . . What’s most powerful is the way Coates enlists his notions of the fantastic, as well as his fluid prose, to probe a wound that never seems to heal. . . . Timeless and instantly canon-worthy.”—Rolling Stone

Download or read book The History of Lady Sophia Sternheim written by James Lynn and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-01-14 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best-known novel of Sophie von La Roche, a German 18th-century woman writer. The plot reflects typical 18th-century concerns: the value of sentiment and the importance of virtue in attaining a good life. The publication of this novel reflects a recent revival of interest in the author.

Download or read book The T ai Chi Ch uan Experience written by Sophia Delza and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 1996-01-01 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The leading proponent in America of the Wu style discusses the spiritual and aesthetic meanings of t'ai chi ch'uan.

Download or read book The History of Lady Sophia Sternheim Attempted from the German of Mr Wieland written by Sophie von La Roche and published by . This book was released on 1776 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: