Morinaga, Sōkō
Contents: Pt. 1. Novice -- The prospect of my own death -- Nothing is certain -- The encounter at misery's end -- There is no trash -- Consumed with cleaning -- Confucius gives Jan Yu a scolding -- Working it out for myself -- "I can't do it" -- Between teacher and student -- That's between him and me -- Tree types of students -- "For the disposal of your corpse" -- The meaning of courage -- What am I...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Wisdom Publications. 2004
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tuttle Pub. 2005
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tuttle Pub. 2008
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Summary: Kintsugi is the mindful Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics and glassware by appreciating the cracks and chips as design elements--bringing new life to cherished items. Kintsugi:The Wabi Sabi Art of Japanese Ceramic Repair shares traditional methods you can practice in your own home. Step-by-step lessons in repairs suited to every level of experiences--filling cracks to completely...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tuttle Publishing 2023
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Summary: Presents the Japanese approach to diet and nutrition in a guide to good eating that offers recipes with an easy approach to a healthier, slimmer, and longer life, without counting calories or carbohydrates.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Delacorte Press 2005
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Summary: "A tender, slyly comical, and shamelessly honest debut novel following a Japanese widow raising her son between worlds with the help of her Jewish mother-in-law, as she wrestles with grief, loss, and-strangest of all, joy. Shortly after her husband Levi'suntimely death, Kyoko decides to raise their young son, Alex, in San Francisco, rather than return to Japan. Her nosy yet loving Jewish...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2024
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Summary: Introduces dragonflies and damselflies, closely related winged insects which undergo a three-stage process of development called incomplete metamorphosis.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications Co. 1982
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 595.7 OVESummary: In war-torn medieval Japan, a military hero is sent to a small village to dispatch a malevolent spirit that has been ripping out the throats of itinerant samurai. and discovers that he must face his own personal demons as well.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Criterion Collection 2011
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Summary: Describes the structure and purpose of leaves, the ways in which they change as part of the natural cycle of the seasons, and the process that creates their autumn colors.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publciations Co. 1986
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Publisher / Publication Date: Criterion Collection 2010
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Publisher / Publication Date: Running Press 1995
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Publisher / Publication Date: Paramount Home Video 2003
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Publisher / Publication Date: Geneon 2005
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Contents: Soul débris -- Silent ascent -- This American life -- Hors phase -- Balt shakt I -- Eiger dreams -- Reversal -- Junior high -- Etern -- Balt shakt II -- Once mercurial -- Give him your heart.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Redeye Distribution 2014
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Summary: "Discover a powerful global tradition. Unlock your inner wisdom. And steer your destiny. For hundreds of years, people have turned to tarot to seek answers. This book helps young truth-seekers use these mysterious cards to navigate the trials and triumphs of their lives. Tarot readers-in-training can discover the origins, symbols, and uses of tarot, and find out how to practice readings for...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Picador 2009
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Summary: A sensational collection of original quilt designs from world-renowned fiber artist, Kumiko Sudo. In Fabled Flowers, Kumiko creates a mesmerizing array of flower patterns, each accompanied by a sweetly and simply told tale inspired by memories of her childhood in Japan. The 30 quilt blocks combine the traditional arts of sashiko, origami, and flower arranging for a dazzling three-dimensional...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quilt Digest Press 1996
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Publisher / Publication Date: DreamWorks Home Entertainment 2003
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Publisher / Publication Date: Contemporary Books 2001
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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Contents: Moves -- Devil I know -- Melrose meltdown -- Put me through it -- My mind -- Bullshit on the internet -- Wild side -- On your thumb -- Slip -- Blessed.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2001