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Gerald Hausman

    Gerald Andrews Hausman je vypravěč a oceňovaný autor knih o domorodé Americe, zvířatech, mytologii a karibské kultuře. Hausman pochází z dlouhé linie vypravěčů a vychovatelů a publikoval přes sedmdesát knih pro děti i dospělé. Jeho tvorba se zaměřuje na sdílení příběhů a kulturního dědictví prostřednictvím poutavého psaní.

    Ghost Walk
    Rastafarian Children of Solomon
    The Book of Castaways
    The Image Taker
    Historie psích plemen: Mytologie psů : legendy a zprávy o psech z dob dávných i nedávných
    Historie psích plemen
    • Historie psích plemen

      • 276 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení
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      Zajímá Vás, kde se vzala různá psí plemena? Rádi se začtete do různých mýtů a pověstí? Pak je tato kniha právě pro Vás. V 67 kapitolách (každá je věnována jednomu či více příbuzných plemen) se dočtete fakta i různá vyprávění. Zjistíte, jaké slavné osobnosti to které plemeno vlastnili a jak se dostali tito psi do Ameriky. To, že autoři pocházejí z Floridy, poznáte i na konci každé kapitoly, kde najdete Základní údaje. Informace o povaze a využití jsou samozřejmě stejné jako ty, které najdete ve standardech FCI. Horší to už je se vzhledem a hlavně se zbarvením některých plemen. To musíte brát trochu s rezervou. Přesto je tato ojedinělá publikace psí historie určitě pro kynology velmi zajímavá.

      Historie psích plemen
    • The Image Taker

      • 177 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení
      4,5(10)Ohodnotit

      Features selections of photographs and tribal stories recorded and preserved by the author in his 20-volume masterpiece, The North American Indian, offering the reader a bridge through time to the last generation of Indians from the Buffalo Days of pre-reservation life.

      The Image Taker
    • The Book of Castaways

      • 158 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení
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      Exploring themes of resilience and the human spirit, this collection features six gripping survival stories based on true historical events. Characters confront formidable challenges, including harsh environments, mythical creatures like Florida's Skunk Ape, and their own psychological battles. Each narrative captures the haunting beauty of island life and the profound triumph of overcoming adversity, making it a compelling read for audiences of all ages.

      The Book of Castaways
    • Rastafarian Children of Solomon

      • 152 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení
      4,3(26)Ohodnotit

      Shares the spiritual wisdom of Rastafari through the stories, teachings, and traditions of practicing Rastas in Jamaica

      Rastafarian Children of Solomon
    • Escape from Botany Bay

      • 194 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení
      3,5(2)Ohodnotit

      Set in a penal colony in Australia, the story follows a character sentenced for the seemingly trivial crime of stealing a woman's bonnet. As they navigate the harsh realities of prison life, themes of survival, redemption, and the quest for identity emerge. The narrative explores the complexities of human relationships and the impact of societal judgment, revealing the stark contrasts between crime and punishment, as well as the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

      Escape from Botany Bay
    • The Mythology of Cats

      • 162 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení
      3,0(1)Ohodnotit

      Exploring the spiritual, mythological, and historical significance of cats, this collection features over fifty captivating tales that highlight their otherworldly powers. Discover intriguing stories, such as a cat serving as a maitre'd, another that journeyed across Persia, and the feline that inspired Hemingway. This book reveals the deep-rooted connection between humans and cats, showcasing their enchanting presence throughout history.

      The Mythology of Cats
    • Wilderness

      • 216 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení
      3,8(4)Ohodnotit

      The narrative intertwines the harrowing survival stories of John Colter and Hugh Glass, two iconic figures of early 19th-century America. Colter's incredible 150-mile escape from the Blackfeet nation showcases his resilience and adventurous spirit, while Glass's near-fatal encounter with a grizzly bear and subsequent 80-mile crawl for revenge highlights his determination and grit. Their journeys not only reflect personal triumphs but also contribute to the rich tapestry of American frontier history, with Colter's discovery of Yellowstone and Glass's legendary status at the forefront.

      Wilderness
    • Meditations with the Navajo

      • 144 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení
      3,9(6)Ohodnotit

      For the Navajo, who call themselves the Din頨literally, "the People"), the story of emergence--their creation myth--lies at the heart of their beliefs. Gerald Hausman collects this and other stories with meditations that together capture the essence of the Navajo people's way of life and their understanding of the world--a world that thrives only on harmony and balance.

      Meditations with the Navajo