Download or read book Dakota written by Kathleen Norris and published by HMH. This book was released on 2001-04-06 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A deeply spiritual, deeply moving book” about life on the Great Plains, by the New York Times–bestselling author of The Cloister Walk (The New York Times Book Review). “With humor and lyrical grace,” Kathleen Norris meditates on a place in the American landscape that is at once desolate and sublime, harsh and forgiving, steeped in history and myth (San Francisco Chronicle). A combination of reporting and reflection, Dakota reminds us that wherever we go, we chart our own spiritual geography.

Download or read book The Cloister Walk written by Kathleen Norris and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1997-04-01 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEAR “Vivid, compelling... An embrace of moral and spiritual contemplation.” –The New York Times “A remarkable piece of writing. If read with humility and attention, Kathleen Norris's book becomes lectio divina, or holy reading.” –The Boston Globe From the iconic author of Amazing Grace: A Vocabulary of Faith, a spiritual journey that brings joy to the meanings of love, grace and faith. Why would a married woman with a thoroughly Protestant background and often more doubt than faith be drawn to the ancient practice of monasticism, to a community of celibate men whose days are centered on a rigid schedule of prayer, work, and scripture? This is the question that poet Kathleen Norris asks us as, somewhat to her own surprise, she found herself on two extended residencies at St. John's Abbey in Minnesota. Part record of her time among the Benedictines, part meditation on various aspects of monastic life, The Cloister Walk demonstrates, from the rare perspective of someone who is both an insider and outsider, how immersion in the cloistered world-- its liturgy, its ritual, its sense of community-- can impart meaning to everyday events and deepen our secular lives. In this stirring and lyrical work, the monastery, often considered archaic or otherworldly, becomes immediate, accessible, and relevant to us, no matter what our faith may be.

Download or read book Certain People of Importance written by Kathleen Norris and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Acedia Me written by Kathleen Norris and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kathleen Norris's masterpiece: a personal and moving memoir that resurrects the ancient term acedia, or soul-weariness, and brilliantly explores its relevancy to the modern individual and culture.

Download or read book The Quotidian Mysteries written by Kathleen Norris and published by Paulist Press. This book was released on 1998 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In this insightful and deeply personal work, Kathleen Norris, an award-winning poet and author of both Dakota: A Spiritual Geography and The Cloister Walk, draws on her life experiences, her poetry and her love of the Benedictine tradition to discuss the mysterious way that the daily or "quotidian" can open us to the transforming presence of God." "This volume is the text of the 1998 Madeleva Lecture in Spirituality, sponsored by the Center for Spirituality at Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Download or read book Amazing Grace written by Kathleen Norris and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1999-04-01 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEAR From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Cloister Walk, a book about Christianity, spirituality, and rediscovered faith. Struggling with her return to the Christian church after many years away, Kathleen Norris found it was the language of Christianity that most distanced her from faith. Words like "judgment," "faith," "dogma," "salvation," "sinner"—even "Christ"—formed what she called her "scary vocabulary," words that had become so codified or abstract that their meanings were all but impenetrable. She found she had to wrestle with them and make them her own before they could confer their blessings and their grace. Blending history, theology, storytelling, etymology, and memoir, Norris uses these words as a starting point for reflection, and offers a moving account of her own gradual conversion. She evokes a rich spirituality rooted firmly in the chaos of everyday life—and offers believers and doubters alike an illuminating perspective on how we can embrace ancient traditions and find faith in the contemporary world.

Download or read book Embracing a Life of Meaning written by Kathleen Norris and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2012-07-01 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best-selling author Kathleen Norris provides a unique viewpoint of “what matters most,” including: Belief Matters: Why does belief matter? To what do we give our hearts? What is the core message of what we believe—creeds or commitment? To what extent is to believe also “to belove”? The Bible Matters: The Bible is our collective story. How is that story reflected in our daily lives? What is it about the Bible that always seems to address our present moment? Community Matters: In community, individualism and imperfection meet grace and acceptance. What is our part in the Body of Christ? Place Matters: In what ways is faith set within the physical space of home, church, land and people? We Matter: What it means to remain in God’s image and to counter our selfishness by embracing the world and its needs? Ideal for adult and young-adult small groups, Christian educators, clergy, chaplains and campus ministries. SOLD SEPARATELY. Also available is the Embracing a Life of Meaning Small-Group DVD. Each of the five DVD sessions begins with a 10-15 minute video presentation by Kathleen Norris followed by filmed interaction with a diverse small group of adults. This Participant’s Workbook then helps your own local small group “join the conversation.” This book includes all study materials need by participants and those who lead. Each participant will need one copy.

Download or read book Barberry Bush written by Kathleen Thompson Norris and published by . This book was released on 1927 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Maiden Voyage written by Kathleen Thompson Norris and published by . This book was released on 1940 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Little Girls In Church written by Kathleen Norris and published by University of Pittsburgh Press. This book was released on 2014-10-30 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although Kathleen Norris's best-selling Dakota: A Spiritual Geography has brought her to the attention of many thousands of readers, she is first and last a poet. Like Robert Frost, another poet identified with a particular landscape, she can reveal the miraculous in the ordinary, and she writes with clarity, humor, and deep sympathy for her subjects.

Download or read book The Heart of Rachael written by Kathleen Thompson Norris and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-09-17 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Heart of Rachael, by Kathleen Thompson Norris, is a poignant novel that delves into the emotional complexities of love, marriage, and social expectations in early 20th-century America. The story revolves around Rachael Fairfax, a woman of great beauty and moral integrity, who finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage. Faced with the societal stigma of divorce, Rachael must navigate the difficult terrain of personal happiness versus societal norms. Norris’ narrative is a sensitive exploration of the dilemmas faced by women of her era, as Rachael confronts the harsh judgments of society while seeking fulfillment and true love. When she meets Warren Gregory, a man who offers her the possibility of a genuine and passionate relationship, Rachael is torn between her duty and her desire for a new beginning. The Heart of Rachael is celebrated for its nuanced portrayal of a woman's inner conflict and its commentary on the evolving roles of women in society. Kathleen Thompson Norris’s elegant prose and her empathetic approach to storytelling make this novel a timeless reflection on love, sacrifice, and the courage to defy convention. Readers are drawn to The Heart of Rachael for its emotional depth and its exploration of the challenges faced by women in their quest for personal happiness. This book is a must-read for those interested in stories that address the complexities of love and societal expectations. Owning a copy of The Heart of Rachael is like holding a mirror to the timeless struggle between duty and desire, making it an essential addition to any collection of classic literature.

Download or read book Meditations on Mary written by Kathleen Norris and published by Viking Penguin. This book was released on 1999 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book utilizes both text and image to describe the manifold faces of the virgin mother of God. These meditative essays are joined by the biographical details of Mary's existence, narrated in the Gospels of the King James version of the Bible and accompanied by a series of paintings produced by the preeminent artists of the Western tradition.

Download or read book Through a Glass Darkly written by Kathleen Thompson Norris and published by . This book was released on 1957 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cherry Trevelyan meets with heartbreak and romance when she leaves a Utopian community to live in the outside world.

Download or read book Mystery House written by Kathleen Thompson Norris and published by . This book was released on 1939 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book 7 best short stories by Kathleen Norris written by Kathleen Norris and published by Tacet Books. This book was released on 2020-05-14 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kathleen Norris was the most well-paid writer of her time, had her style compared to Henry James and saw her works become popular in radio-novels. In her personal life, she was an ardent feminist, calling for the abolition of capitol punishment, supporting women's rights and campaigning for the outlaw of nuclear weapons.The seven short stories that critic August Nemo carefully selected provide an overview of the themes and language of this important writer. Enjoy your reading!Poor, Dear Margaret Kirby What Happened to AlannaAustin's Girl S is for Shiftless SusannaMaking Allowances for MammaDr. Bates and Miss SallyRising Water

Download or read book The Collected Works written by Theodore Roosevelt and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-11-13 with total page 2353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edition includes: Autobiography The Naval War of 1812 Hero Tales from American History The Winning of the West Through the Brazilian Wilderness Letters to His Children The Rough Riders A Book-Lover's Holidays in the Open Hunting The Grisly And Other Sketches America and the World War Average Americans The Strenuous Life Expansion and Peace Fellow-Feeling as Political Factor Character & Success History as Literature Biological Analogies in History The World Movement The Thraldom of Names Productive Scholarship Dante and the Bowery The Foundations of the Nineteenth Century The Search for Truth in a Reverent Spirit The Ancient Irish Sagas An Art Exhibition The Duties of American Citizenship Professionalism in Sports Practical Work in Politics Resignation Letter Colonel Roosevelt's Reports Strength & Decency The Square Deal Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance Speech The Man With the Muck Rake Sons of the Puritans Where We Can Work With Socialists Where We Cannot Work With Socialists Citizenship in a Republic (the Man in the Arena) International Peace The New Nationalism Duty & Self-control The Right of the People to Rule I Have Just Been Shot Address to the Boys Progressive League Address to the Knights of Columbus

Download or read book The Women who Make Our Novels written by Grant Martin Overton and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: