In a world filled with fleeting moments and transient connections, there are rare occasions when two souls find each other and embark on a journey of love that defies the boundaries of time. Such is the tale of AARUSHI and MUKUL, two hearts that converged on a path paved by destiny and united by an eternal love. As the sun sets on SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 they stand on the cusp of a new chapter, ready to exchange vows and promises that will bind them in the sacred bond of matrimony. This book is a celebration of their extraordinary love story, a testament to the power of love that knows no end. As the author of this collection of poetry, I have had the privilege of witnessing the blooming of their affection, the growth of their connection, and the profound depth of their emotions. In the pages that follow, I invite you to join me in celebrating the journey of AARUSHI and MUKUL, two souls intertwined by fate and bound by an unbreakable love. Love stories often unfold like delicate petals, with moments of tenderness, vulnerability, and breathtaking beauty. Through this collection of poems, I have sought to capture the essence of their love – the stolen glances that speak volumes, the silent understanding that transcends words, and the promises that resonate in the depths of their hearts. Each poem is a reflection of their unique journey, a glimpse into the shared laughter, whispered secrets, and unspoken dreams that have woven their story together. As they stand before their loved ones, promising forever in each other's embrace, let us pause to marvel at the magic of their love – a love that has weathered storms, grown stronger with time, and illuminated even the darkest corners of their lives. This book serves as a humble gift, a collection of thoughts and emotions woven into verses, a momento of their love that they can carry with them into the chapters yet to be written. To AARUSHI and MUKUL, may your journey be filled with joy, may your love continue to flourish, and may the verses in this book remind you of the beautiful tapestry you've woven together. As you step into the future hand in hand, may these poems serve as a reminder that your love is a beacon of light, guiding you through the adventures that await.

From the 2017 John W. Campbell Award Winner for Best Writer, Ada Palmer's Perhaps the Stars is the final book of the Hugo Award-shortlisted Terra Ignota series. World Peace turns into global civil war. In the future, the leaders of Hive nations—nations without fixed location—clandestinely committed nefarious deeds in order to maintain an outward semblance of utopian stability. But the facade could only last so long. The comforts of effortless global travel and worldwide abundance may have tempered humanity's darkest inclinations, but conflict remains deeply rooted in the human psyche. All it needed was a catalyst, in form of special little boy to ignite half a millennium of repressed chaos. Now, war spreads throughout the globe, splintering old alliances and awakening sleeping enmities. All transportation systems are in ruins, causing the tyranny of distance to fracture a long-united Earth and threaten to obliterate everything the Hive system built. With the arch-criminal Mycroft nowhere to be found, his successor, Ninth Anonymous, must not only chronicle the discord of war, but attempt to restore order in a world spiraling closer to irreparable ruin. The fate of a broken society hangs in the balance. Is the key to salvation to remain Earth-bound or, perhaps, to start anew throughout the far reaches of the stars? At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

"A wonderful introduction the Japanese tradition of jisei, this volume is crammed with exquisite, spontaneous verse and pithy, often hilarious, descriptions of the eccentric and committed monastics who wrote the poems." --Tricycle: The Buddhist Review Although the consciousness of death is, in most cultures, very much a part of life, this is perhaps nowhere more true than in Japan, where the approach of death has given rise to a centuries-old tradition of writing jisei, or the "death poem." Such a poem is often written in the very last moments of the poet's life. Hundreds of Japanese death poems, many with a commentary describing the circumstances of the poet's death, have been translated into English here, the vast majority of them for the first time. Yoel Hoffmann explores the attitudes and customs surrounding death in historical and present-day Japan and gives examples of how these have been reflected in the nation's literature in general. The development of writing jisei is then examined--from the longing poems of the early nobility and the more "masculine" verses of the samurai to the satirical death poems of later centuries. Zen Buddhist ideas about death are also described as a preface to the collection of Chinese death poems by Zen monks that are also included. Finally, the last section contains three hundred twenty haiku, some of which have never been assembled before, in English translation and romanized in Japanese.

A supremely geeky murder mystery perfect for Whovians, gamers, and Muggles alike. Autumn has everything she could possibly want: Loving friends, a successful business, and a gaggle of gamers in her store every day. Welcome to Ten Again, a tabletop gaming store that attracts nerds of every kind and fosters a community Autumn’s pretty proud of—a community that also keeps business afloat. And now that Autumn's in the running for a grant, Ten Again’s future is looking bright. That is, until one of Autumn’s gamers is mysteriously murdered. With everyone in the mall as a suspect and accusations flying, Autumn is going to have to do some sleuthing of her own to save her shop and her gamers from a fate more dangerous than having no saving throw.

"Do you like me?" "The man confined Bai Sheng to the bed, his eyes full of hope." "I don't like it." Bai Shi turned his head and said indifferently. The man's gentle gaze slowly turned cold. "So, you and I are purely here to give birth to a child?!" "Yes." Bai Sheng remained cold and aloof. She could give up everything for Qianqian. The man's eyes were deep, and his entire body emitted a dangerous aura ...

Bounding For Light is a compilation of poems by Primary school children from Tanzania aged between 10 and 13. In the poems they explore various topics that are close to their hearts. The diction and imagery employed to drive the pieces are the childrens own. The simplicity of delivery and depth of content are the hallmarks of their being. The poems mirror the childrens own aspirations, dreams, fears, day dreams and takes on different issues that affect their lives and society. The pieces give wings to their inner voices voices that at times are stifled. They give freedom to the inner spirit to soar and perch on the choicest branches and take in the sights. Allow the magic of the words here enthrall and entertain you.

During the winter of 1947, Black Elk, the Oglala Sioux holy man, related to Joseph Brown seven of the sacred Oglala traditions, including such revered rites as "The Keeping of the Soul", "The Rite of Purification", and "Preparing for Womanhood". The San Francisco Chronicle calls The Sacred Pipe "a valuable contribution to American Indian literature".