Download or read book The Treasure of Character written by Syd Gavilanes and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-05-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The treasure of Character: 10 Tales of Courage, Compassion and Determination" is a must read for parents who want to install positive values in their children. This book is a collection of ten inspiring stories that teach children the importance of character, courage, and empathy. Through the adventures of relatable characters, children will learn valuable life lessons that will help them overcome challenges and become compassionate and determined indivuduals.Each story in this book is carefully designed to engage children's imaginations and emotions while reinforcing important values such as honesty, perseverance, kindness and forgiveness. Whether read as a family or individually by young readers, "The Treasury of Character" is a valuable addition to any child's library. Their missions is to help children develop their emotional intelligence, cultivate a growth mindset, and develop strong character traits that will serve them well throughout their lives. So if you want to give your child the gift of character, courage and compassion, this is the perfect book for you

Download or read book Surviving the Storms Extraordinary Stories of Courage and Compassion at Sea written by The RNLI and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-06-11 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘There’s water in the engine,’ he said. ‘The engine has stopped.’ This changed everything...

Download or read book Tales of Courage Compassion written by Lilia Quindoza Santiago and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Warrior s Heart written by Eric Greitens and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2012 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An adaptation of 'The heart and the fist' for teens.

Download or read book Stories for the Seasons written by Chuck Warzyn and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2011-01-07 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Courage, compassion, sacrifice, redemption and resurrection are recurring themes in the 24 short stories that make up Stories for the Seasons -- tales that take place at Christmastime, Easter, Valentine's Day, Halloween, and during the days of summer. Locales and time periods in these stories range from Southern California, the Middle East, ships at sea and Mexico to Biblical times, post-Civil War Missouri, medieval Europe and early 1900s small towns. Facing the challenges life thrusts upon them are assorted protagonists, including a Mexican boy and a donkey he rescues from the desert, a quiet cowboy who shows hidden strengths among a group of strangers, a sailor whose love of music reaches across the Pacific Ocean, a former Confederate cavalryman forced to face his tragic past, a simple-minded field worker whose life is enriched by a friendship that lasts two-thirds of a century, a lonely widow victimized by Halloween pranksters, a sidewalk Santa Claus for whom Christmas takes on a new meaning, a European immigrant confronted by town bullies, an over-the-road truck driver who unexpectedly finds love, the shadowy resident of a mysterious mansion, an elderly school cook who offers an unexpected gift at a graduation ceremony, and a pair of animal friends that befriend a miraculous stranger. The stories in which these characters and others appear were first published in a weekly newspaper column in Fayette County, Tenn. The column, Country Tales, focused on various aspects of rural life from the perspective of someone who had lived in an urban environment the first 40 years of his life. The parameters of that column allowed the author to include the 24 pieces of original short fiction printed here. Discover the characters in Stories for the Seasons and rediscover within yourself the strengths they display: courage, compassion, sacrifice, redemption and resurrection.

Download or read book War Stories written by Peter Snow and published by John Murray. This book was released on 2017-09-21 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Highly readable . . . an intimate and varied account of fascinating stories of people at war' History of War War Stories is a fascinating account of ordinary men and women swept up in the turbulence of war. These are the stories - many untold until now - of thirty-four individuals who have pushed the boundaries of love, bravery, suffering and terror beyond the imaginable. They span three centuries and five continents. There is the courage of Edward Seager who survived the Charge of the Light Brigade; the cunning of Krystyna Skarbek, quick-thinking spy and saboteur during the Second World War; the skullduggery of Benedict Arnold, who switched sides in the American War of Independence and the compassion of Magdalene de Lancey who tenderly nursed her dying husband at Waterloo. Told with vivid narrative flair and full of unexpected insights, War Stories moves effortlessly from tales of spies, escapes and innovation to uplifting acts of humanity, celebrating men and women whose wartime experiences are beyond compare.

Download or read book The Courage to Be Me written by Nina Burrowes and published by NB Research Limited. This book was released on 2014-03 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "How do you rebuild your life after sexual abuse?...'The Courage To Be Me' combines science, storytelling and illustration to send a message of hope to the millions of people who are living with the impact of rape or sexual abuse."--Back cover.

Download or read book The Compassion of Animals written by Kristin Von Kreisler and published by Three Rivers Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do Animals Have Feelings? According to Kristin von Kreisler, the answer is an undeniable yes. Here, she shares dozens of absorbing, true stories of animals who've risked their lives to keep the human they love out of danger. You'll read of incredibly heroic acts—from the dog who swallows a firecracker to protect a toddler, to the horse who runs through traffic to save an injured woman. You'll come away from this profoundly moving book with a deeper appreciation for the indispensable role animals play in our daily lives. "Remember some of the feelings you had as a child for the animals to whom you were closest . . . That is what this book is all about." —Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, from the foreword "An inspiring collection of animal loyalty, love, and bravery. No one can deny the emotional impact of this anecdotal book." —Publishers Weekly "An extraordinary combination of incredible research and deep feeling." —Cleveland Amory, author of Ranch of Dreams and The Cat Who Came for Christmas "Through dozens of inspiring true stories, Kristin von Kreisler makes a strong case for a 'controversial premise'—that animals demonstrate genuine acts of compassion toward others every day. This book will remove the 'controversial' from the premise!" — Paul G. Irwin, president of The Humane Society of the United States "Ms. von Kreisler is fearless, intriguing, and herself compassionate. Highly recommended." — Roger A. Caras, president of the ASPCA

Download or read book I Am Courage written by Susan Verde and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encourage kids to find their inner strength with this companion to the New York Times bestsellers I Am Human and I Am Love! I move ahead one breath at a time. I act with bravery. I am courage. When we picture someone brave, we might think they’re fearless; but real courage comes from feeling scared and facing what challenges us anyway. When our minds tell us “I can’t,” we can look inside ourselves and find the strength to say, “Yes, I CAN!” From the New York Times bestselling team behind the I Am series comes a triumphant celebration of everyday courage: believing in ourselves, speaking out, trying new things, asking for help, and getting back up no matter how many times we may fall. Grounded in mindfulness and awareness, I Am Courage is an empowering reminder that we can conquer anything. Inside, you'll also find exercises to inspire confidence.

Download or read book The Hiroshima Maidens written by Rodney Barker and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Japanese women who underwent surgery in the U.S. to repair the ravages caused by the atomic blast became known as the "Hiroshima maidens". The author documents the medical, humanitarian and diplomatic undertaking that brought them to the States.

Download or read book Stories of Love Courage and Compassion written by Warwick Deeping and published by . This book was released on 1930 with total page 821 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Compassionate Mind written by Paul Gilbert and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leading depression authority Paul Gilbert presents The Compassionate Mind, a breakthrough book integrating evolutionary psychology, new insights from neuroscience, and mindfulness practice. This combination of techniques forms a new therapy called compassion focused therapy that can enhance readers' lives.

Download or read book First Person written by Thomas Teal and published by Harvard Business Press. This book was released on 1996 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this striking and often moving collection of first-person accounts from the Harvard Business Review, the eleven contributors describe the hazards and frustrations of trying to be a good manager. Together, the voices in First Person provide a dose of realism that will inspire and motivate the leaders of today and tomorrow.

Download or read book A Little SPOT of Courage written by Diane Alber and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspire to Create a Better You! Series.

Download or read book Courage and Compassion written by Don Farrands QC and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-07-07 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the true story of a young Australian soldier whose life of opportunity was challenged by trauma and salvaged by strength. Nelson Ferguson, from Ballarat, was a stretcher-bearer on the Western Front in France in World War I. He survived the dangers of stretcher-bearing in some of Australia’s most horrific battles: the Somme, Bullecourt, Ypres and Villers-Bretonneux. In April 1918, at Villers-Bretonneux, he was severely gassed. His eyes were traumatised, his lungs damaged. Upon his return home, he met and married Madeline, the love of his life, started a family, and resumed his career teaching art. But eventually the effects of the mustard gas claimed his eyesight, ending his career. Courageously enduring this consequence of war, he continued contributing to society by assisting his son and son-in-law in their stained-glass window business. Advances in medicine finally restored his sight in 1968, allowing him to yet again appreciate the beauty around him, before his death in 1976. The story of this Anzac will stir your soul. It is a story of war and bravery, pain and strength, hope and miracles.

Download or read book Dorothy Day written by John Loughery and published by Simon & Schuster. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Magisterial and glorious” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette), the first full authoritative biography of Dorothy Day—American icon, radical pacifist, Catholic convert, and advocate for the homeless—is “a vivid account of her political and religious development” (Karen Armstrong, The New York Times). After growing up in a conservative middle-class Republican household and working several years as a left-wing journalist, Dorothy Day converted to Catholicism and became an anomaly in American life for the next fifty years. As an orthodox Catholic, political radical, and a rebel who courted controversy, she attracted three generations of admirers. A believer in civil disobedience, Day went to jail several times protesting the nuclear arms race. She was critical of capitalism and US foreign policy, and as skeptical of modern liberalism as political conservatism. Her protests began in 1917, leading to her arrest during the suffrage demonstration outside President Wilson’s White House. In 1940 she spoke in Congress against the draft and urged young men not to register. She told audiences in 1962 that the US was as much to blame for the Cuban missile crisis as Cuba and the USSR. She refused to hear any criticism of the pope, though she sparred with American bishops and priests who lived in well-appointed rectories while tolerating racial segregation in their parishes. Dorothy Day is the exceptional biography of a dedicated modern-day pacifist, an outspoken advocate for the poor, and a lifelong anarchist. This definitive and insightful account is “a monumental exploration of the life, legacy, and spirituality of the Catholic activist” (Spirituality & Practice).

Download or read book Maximo and the Big C written by Viji Venkatesh and published by . This book was released on 2013-04-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maximo and the Big C is a story for all ages. Beautifully illustrated and poetically written, the book tells the story of Maximo, a little sparrow who is weaker and smaller than other young sparrows, and unable to fly. As much as he tries to overcome his challenge, Maximo is thinking about giving up, when one day he finds himself as the only creature in the forest about to witness the big Cat’s attack of another small and weak sparrow. Finding the strength he did not know he had, Maximo sweeps down and rescues the weak bird. This experience helps Maximo realize that he had the strength to overcome his challenge all along. Seeing someone else in need of help had allowed him to break free of the bands of fear and despair that had tied him down. That day Maximo realizes his true vocation and decides to dedicate his life to helping others. Soon birds from other forests hear about Maximo and decide to join hands with him and strengthen his vision for the wellbeing of fellow creatures. A worldwide revolution of love and support takes place, inspired by Maximo, the little sparrow who was at first too weak to fly. Maximo and the Big C is a work of love created by a group of cancer survivors and caregivers who have overcome their own challenges by dedicating their lives to serving people living with cancer in their communities, in partnership with The MAX Foundation. The MAX Foundation is an organization dedicated to improving access to treatment and support and providing a voice to people living with cancer worldwide. Maximo the Sparrow is the symbol of the Maximize Life Movement, a worldwide movement of hope led by The MAX Foundation. The moral of the story is that we all have the strength inside of ourselves to overcome a cancer diagnosis; and that it is by giving ourselves to others that we defeat the Big C.