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Desmond Tutu

    October 7, 1931 – December 26, 2021

    This South African cleric and activist became globally renowned as a fierce opponent of apartheid. His writings, compiled from his speeches and sayings, showcase a profound commitment to human rights. He uses his influential voice to advocate for the oppressed and actively campaigns against AIDS, homophobia, poverty, and racism. His literary output is characterized by its passionate defense of justice and its enduring call for a more equitable world.

    Desmond Tutu
    Dignity. In Honor of the Rights of Indiginous People
    Reflections in Prison: Voices from the South African Liberation Struggle
    Desmond and the Very Mean Word
    The Little Book of Joy
    The book of joy : lasting happiness in a changing world
    The Book of Forgiving
    • 2022

      Joy is the warm tingly feeling of the sun tickling your toes in the morning.It's the giggly, squiggly feeling when you are doing something silly.Even when you wake to the rain and your joy is washed away, it's waiting at the bottom of the puddle.This is the story of two the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu and His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Once two lonely boys on opposite sides of the world, they grew up to discover the joy in everyday life and spread their joy with the people around them.Their message for every child is that joy is never far away. Even in hard times, joy never truly disappears. And when we share our joy with others, it grows inside us.This picture book adaptation of the international bestseller, The Book of Joy , is full of the humour, friendship, and deep affection between two spiritual leaders. In challenging times, it is a timely reminder that joy is all around us, if only we know where to look.Vibrantly illustrated by award-winning Rafael López, this is the perfect book to reassure and inspire young readers everywhere.

      The Little Book of Joy
    • 2016

      'I want to wish all of you joy-because there is no better gift. Two spiritual masters, the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, share their wisdom in this uplifting book. I promise you, it's the best $26 you can spend.' Oprah Winfrey Nobel Peace Prize Laureates His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu have survived more than fifty years of exile and the soul-crushing violence of oppression. Despite their hardships - or, as they would say, because of them - they are two of the most joyful people on the planet. In April 2015, Archbishop Tutu travelled to the Dalai Lama's home in Dharamsala, India, to celebrate His Holiness's eightieth birthday and to create this book as a gift for others. They looked back on their long lives to answer a single burning question: how do we find joy in the face of life's inevitable suffering? They traded intimate stories, teased each other continually, and shared their spiritual practices. By the end of a week filled with laughter and punctuated with tears, these two global heroes had stared into the abyss and despair of our times and revealed how to live a life brimming with joy. This book offers us a rare opportunity to experience their astonishing and unprecedented week together, from the first embrace to the final goodbye.

      The book of joy : lasting happiness in a changing world
    • 2015

      The Book of Forgiving

      The Fourfold Path for Healing Ourselves and Our World

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.6(236)Add rating

      Exploring the complex journey of forgiveness, this book delves into the emotional and psychological barriers that often hinder the process. It offers practical guidance and insights to help readers navigate their feelings of hurt and resentment, fostering healing and personal growth. Through relatable anecdotes and thoughtful reflections, the author emphasizes the transformative power of forgiveness, not just for others, but also for oneself, encouraging a path toward inner peace and reconciliation.

      The Book of Forgiving
    • 2015

      (Piano). Musician, teacher and composer J. Douglas Esmond reinterprets timeless classical melodies in the jazz style in this musical journey through some of the world's most revered musical pieces. Original scores from Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart and other greats are given new time signatures and chord voicings, bringing them new life and expanding upon the emotion of each composition while retaining the touchstone of their original themes. Whether you're a fan of classical or jazz or just want to expand your musical taste and repertoire, you'll find something here to love.

      Jazzical Piano
    • 2012

      Martin Luther King Jr., Homosexuality, and the Early Gay Rights Movement

      Keeping the Dream Straight?

      • 200 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The complex legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. is explored through the conflicting interpretations of his stance on homosexual rights. Michael G. Long examines how both advocates and opponents have utilized King's words to support their positions, highlighting the perspectives of his widow and daughter. This investigation delves into the nuances of King's views, revealing the challenges in reconciling his message with contemporary debates on LGBTQ+ rights. Long aims to clarify King's position and its implications for the ongoing discourse.

      Martin Luther King Jr., Homosexuality, and the Early Gay Rights Movement
    • 2012
    • 2011

      Edited by John Allen, a journalist and former aide of the Archbishop, God is Not a Christian reveals Archbishop Desmond Tutu in his own words.

      God Is Not A Christian
    • 2011

      Over the years the same questions get asked of Desmond Tutu, the archbishop, Nobel Peace Prize winner, and veteran of the moral movement that ended apartheid in South Africa: "How can you be so hopeful after witnessing so much evil?" "Why are you so sure goodness will triumph in the end?" This book is his answer. Now, more than any other time in history, our world needs this message: that we are made for goodness and it is up to us to live up to our destiny. We recognize Archbishop Tutu from the headlines as an inspirational figure who has witnessed some of the world's most sinister moments and chosen to be an ambassador of reconciliation amid political, diplomatic, and natural disasters. Now, we get a glimpse into his personal spirituality—and a better understanding of the man behind a lifetime of good works. In this intimate and personal sharing of his heart, written with his daughter, Episcopal priest Mpho Tutu, Tutu engages his reader with touching stories from his own life, as well as grisly memories from his work in the darkest corners of the world. There, amid the darkness, he calls us to hope, to joy, and to claim the goodness that we were made for. Tutu invites us to take on the disciplines of goodness, the practices that are key to finding fulfillment, meaning, and happiness for our lives.

      Made for Goodness
    • 2010

      Archbishop Desmond Tutu has witnessed some of the world's darkest moments, for decades fighting the racist government policy of aprtheid and since then being an ambassador of peace amidst political, diplomatic, and natural disasters. Yet people continue to find him one of the most joyful and hopeful people they have encountered. In Made for Goodness, Tutu shares his source of strength and optimism. Written with his daughter, Mpho, who is also an ordained Anglican minister, Tutu argues that God has made us for goodness, and when we simply start walking in the direction of this calling, God is there to meet us, encourage us, embrace us. God has made the world as a grand theater for us to work out this call to goodness; it is up to us to live up to this calling, but God is there to help us every step of the way. So tackling our worst problems takes on new meaning and is bostered with hope and the expectation that that is exactly where God will show up. Father and daughter offer an inspiring message of hope that will transform readers into activists for change and blessing.

      Made for Goodness. And Why This Makes All the Difference
    • 2010

      Amnesty International, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning human rights organization, celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2011. In recognition of this milestone, powerHouse Books presents Dignity, a collection of photographs by Dana Gluckstein that celebrates the lives and cultures of Indigenous Peoples worldwide. This lavishly printed hardcover is filled with beautiful and inspiring images of this under-documented segment of the globe's population. Photographed over 25 years, this is a luscious yet urgent plea for indigenous people.

      Dignity. In Honor of the Rights of Indiginous People