Legacy of a Free Spirit delves into the exploration of reincarnation and honors individuality and staying true to the uniqueness of self. A five-part novel that exemplifies freedom and self-determination in verses and short stories. Lisa Allen Thompson epitomized her belief in love and light and peace and harmony as a mermaid. As a pilgrim, she demonstrates independence and brings attention to the plight of domestic violence and prejudicial government. Integrity and basic moral values are the theme of a liberal, and as a humanitarian, she promotes women's rights and embraces transcendentalism. The compilation is a free spirit that has lived many moons and made many trips around the sun. Legacy of a Free Spirit is a bold creative collection to stir the heart and soul and courageous spirit in all readers.

This biography explores how Mason Welch Gross helped reshape Rutgers University from a sleepy college into a world-renowned public research university, while steering it through the tumult of the Red Scare, civil rights era, and the Vietnam War by taking principled stands in favor of both racial equality and academic freedom.

* A mountaineering classic re-released in the Legends and Lore series * Two new chapters In Free Spirit Reinhold Messner describes the forces and events that have shaped him as a climber as famous for his discipline as for his innovative spirit. Messner evolved his philosophy of the single free-climbing line with its uncompromising purity of style in the Dolomites and, as equipment and technique developed, he was in the forefront of the transference of fast lightweight alpine methods to the great ranges. Here, he takes us from the days of his first climb (at the age of five) with his father to his brother’s tragic death on Nanga Parbat in 1970 to his later move away from the overcrowded Alps and 8000-meter peaks. He sought fulfillment, instead, in new challenges in lesser known parts of the world, such as crossing the expanse of Antarctica. Free Spirit is an exciting account of the career of a mountain pioneer.

Indulge yourself in hand-painted and lace yarns. Many shawl projects take only one skein! What is actually more popular than knitting socks? Knitting shawls! 13 out of 35 of Ravelry's most popular patterns of all time are small shawls or wraps. And who better to curate a collection of these trendy-yet-classic designs than the editor of Knitscene, Lisa Shroyer? Free Spirit Shawls features 20 shawl projects that are presented along 4 themes: Color (simple colorwork), Lace (the infinite pretty possibilities achieved by simple yarnovers), Simplicity (variegated yarns and simple stitches used to create simple yet striking designs), and Texture (cables and knit-purl combinations). Technique features focus on special areas of expertise such as Shetland construction and the anatomy of semicircular shawls. With her intimate knowledge of what knitters are hungry to make and wear, Lisa has curated a contemporary collection that will reach far beyond simple trends and will continue to inspire for years to come.

Presents the free spirit works, often approached as mere assemblages of aphorisms, as a coherent narrative of Nietzsche's self-education.

"A powerful, revealing story of hope, love, justice, and the power of reading by a man who spent thirty years on death row for a crime he didn't commit"--

A richly illustrated retrospective of the life and work of noted furniture designer Geoge Nakashima examines the original furniture creations of the acclaimed artist, his influence on contemporary design, his work as an architect, and his remarkable craftsmanship and emphasis on the organic use of the natural lines and grain of wood.

The essays trace carefully the histories of the influences of earlier thinkers and their legacies upon later thinkers.

From his first time riding as a child, Shatner has felt a deep love for horses. He shares his joy-- with children, veterans, those with disabilities, and many more-- through the annual Hollywood Charity Horse Show. Here, he speaks from the heart about the effect horses have had on his life and on the lives of others. The anecdotes are paired with classic horse stories, including retellings of the Pegasus myth and the feats of the most famous war horses throughout history. Celebrate the connection between humans and horses-- and the power, courage, mindfulness, and healing that they can inspire in us.