Michael Martin Knihy

Kde se v poušti bere písek a proč duny zpívají - objevování fascinujícího světa. Michael Martin, dobrodruh a fotograf, procestoval pouště celého světa, od Sahary po Atacamu, a přináší fascinující pohled na tyto nedotčené oblasti, jejich obyvatele, zvířata a rostliny, které se přizpůsobují extrémním podmínkám. V tichu a klidu pouští nachází rovnováhu k našemu hektickému životu a nabízí zasvěcený vhled do podivuhodného a obohacujícího světa. Pouště a polopouště pokrývají třetinu zemské pevniny, a když zahrneme i ledové pouště, dostaneme se k padesáti procentům. Tyto oblasti nás fascinují a fungují jako projekční plochy našich přání, přesto o nich víme překvapivě málo. Martin otevírá oči pro rozmanitost pouštních biotopů, které si zasluhují ochranu. V roce 1987 objevil v poušti Ténéré pštrosy, dnes již téměř vyhubené, a uviděl umělecké dílo „Schody do nebe“ v Maroku. Na Sahaře našel stopy otroků, kteří byli hnáni po obchodních cestách. Martin se vyrovnává s představou, že pouště jsou jen o písku, a ukazuje, jak rozmanitý může být i pouštní písek, který sbírají nadšenci po celém světě. Tato kniha je čtivá a poučná pro všechny, kdo touží poznat podstatu pouště.

Praktický průvodce se zabývá téměř čtyřiceti typickými obtížemi vztahujícími se ke škole. Rodičům poskytne srozumitelný popis dané obtíže, poradí jim, jaké zásahy je žádoucí doma provést a kdy se obrátit na odborníka.

Africa has long evoked tales of tribal peoples, big game, and exotic landscapes. In the year 2000, globalization aside, the deserts of the "Dark Continent" still retain their mystery. Through his images of these vast, deceptively desolate stretches, geographer and photographer Michael Martin lays bare the cultural and spiritual core of Africa. His travels across the Sahara, the Kalahari, the Namib, and the volcanic wastelands of the Rift Valley have also acquainted him with the diverse desert residents who eke out an existence in these harsh, parched regions. In The Deserts of Africa, Martin discovers the last functioning salt caravan on the Sahara, the Tarhalamt, which begins its journey after the rainy season. The Madugu leads the way without the aid of any visible landmarks, relying on the position of the sun, the structure of the sand, and the fast-fading traces of former caravans to drive his train of camels. Martin also captures the character of these majestic, water-bearing beasts, without whom man would not survive in the arid areas. In his portraits, the ergs - huge, crescent-shaped dunes - appear to have personalities unto themselves. With Martin's intimate yet respectful perspective, The Deserts of Africa exposes the surprisingly fertile soul of some of the most barren landscapes on Earth.

Exploring the interplay between flesh and spirit, this book delves into Christian anthropology through the lens of imaginal wonder. Contributions from various authors provide diverse perspectives on the subject, enriching the discussion around the nature of Jesus and human experience. The work invites readers to engage deeply with the spiritual and imaginative dimensions of faith, offering a thought-provoking exploration of how these elements shape understanding and belief.

The narrative explores Michael Martin's deep connection to the natural landscapes of his Michigan farm, serving as a backdrop for his profound internal explorations. Balancing between sorrow and joy, he navigates themes of grief and love, leading readers through both magical and everyday realms. Through his journey, Martin invites us to reflect on our own experiences and emotions, creating a resonant connection to the universal human condition.

Tells the story of Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad. Written in graphic-novel format.

From the Rub al-Khali and the Sinai to the Great Sandy, the Great Basin and the Kalahari, Michael Martin, an internationally renowned photographer, has travelled through every desert on Earth, crossing Asia, Australia, the Americas and Africa, to compile this beautifully photographed volume. Far from being bleak and barren wastelands, these deserts boast natural features of staggering beauty. Afghanistan’s Bamian region is notable for its deep turquoise lakes set amidst towering, rocky mountains. The Danakil’s unnamed volcanoes glow in the Ethiopian night, while Chile’s Atacama region harbours geysers that can erupt at any moment. In addition to these awe-inspiring landscapes, Martin introduces us to the stoic peoples who eke out an existence in such inhospitable environments.

"In his latest work, Sophia in Exile, Michael Martin explores the great themes of Sophiology—among them Creation and creativity, ontology and eschatology, poetic metaphysics and marriage—and calls into question the technocratic assumptions and commitments of the Zeitgeist. Using the tools of philosophy, theology, literary criticism, and autobiography, this probing text opens the sophianic core of the adventure of being fully human."--Publisher information

Agapeic criticism, introduced by Michael Martin, merges theology, philosophy, and literary studies to delve into the essence of written expression. This method emphasizes reverence and attention, inviting readers to explore the deeper meanings and life within literature. The work encourages a profound engagement with texts, highlighting the intersection of sacred and literary dimensions.

An original novel based on the new multiplayer online roleplaying game Star Trek Online