INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND A NEW YORK TIMES CRITICS' PICK “Thrilling . . . [told] with gonzo élan . . . When the sommelier and blogger Madeline Puckette writes that this book is the Kitchen Confidential of the wine world, she’s not wrong, though Bill Buford’s Heat is probably a shade closer.” —Jennifer Senior, The New York Times Professional journalist and amateur drinker Bianca Bosker didn’t know much about wine—until she discovered an alternate universe where taste reigns supreme, a world of elite sommeliers who dedicate their lives to the pursuit of flavor. Astounded by their fervor and seemingly superhuman sensory powers, she set out to uncover what drove their obsession, and whether she, too, could become a “cork dork.” With boundless curiosity, humor, and a healthy dose of skepticism, Bosker takes the reader inside underground tasting groups, exclusive New York City restaurants, California mass-market wine factories, and even a neuroscientist’s fMRI machine as she attempts to answer the most nagging question of all: what’s the big deal about wine? What she learns will change the way you drink wine—and, perhaps, the way you live—forever. “Think: Eat, Pray, Love meets Somm.” —theSkimm “As informative as it is, well, intoxicating.” —Fortune

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Blessed with a special connection to the angelic hierarchies, K. Martin-Kuri relays this important "message" for humanity at a critical time in our development. She reminds us of the many social crises which have brought us to the edge of the abyss. Now, we must either reach up to a better future or stumble to the depths. In A Message for Humanity, Martin-Kuri translates into living practices the changes we can make to avoid disaster. She illumines the path of transformation that will allow our guardian angels to work more effectively in our lives and lead to change on a personal and cosmic level. Every time we think a negative thought or commit an act of jealousy, greed or hatred, we are holding the angels at bay. The angels want to help us, but they are powerless, except in extreme cases, if we do not create an atmosphere of love and kindness in which they can intercede on our behalf. When God gave us free will, he gave us the opportunity to determine our fate. In hearing and acting upon the messages from the angels we can come closer to God. Martin-Kuri shares with us special techniques for taming our inner dragons and defusing the powerful negative energies of society. She reveals how we can help ourselves and save our planet. Time is running out. The angels of God are calling. Will we hear their message? Will we make the right choice?

From the bestselling author of The Lamb's Supper comes an illuminating work on the Catholic Eucharist and its link to the Jewish Passover meal. “Read this book. And don’t just read it. Pray about it. Reflect on it. And share it with others.”—Brant Pitre, author of The Case for Jesus In this brilliant book—part memoir, part detective story, and part biblical study—Scott Hahn opens up new vistas on ancient landscapes while shedding light on his own enduring faith journey. The Fourth Cup not only tracks the author’s gradual conversion along the path of Evangelicalism to the doorsteps of the Catholic faith, but also explores the often obscure and misunderstood rituals of Passover and their importance in foreshadowing salvation in Jesus Christ. Revealing the story of his formative years as an often hot-headed student and earnest seeker in search of answers to great biblical mysteries, Hahn shows how his ardent exploration of the Bible’s Old Testament turned up intriguing clues connecting the Last Supper and Christ’s death on Calvary. As Hahn tells the story of his discovery of the supreme importance of the Passover in God’s plan of salvation, we too experience often-overlooked relationships between Abel, Abraham, and the Hebrews’ liberation from slavery in Egypt. Along the way, Hahn reveals how the traditional fourth cup of wine used in the concluding celebration of Passover explains in astonishing ways Christ’s paschal sacrifice. Rooted in Scripture and ingrained with lively history, The Fourth Cup delivers a fascinating view of the bridges that span old and new covenants, and celebrates the importance of the Jewish faith in understanding more fully Christ’s life, death, and resurrection.

The Language of the Angels is an invaluable guide to communicating with the angels, a source to turn to when a situation calls for the help of a specific angel with clear instructions on how to still the mind and stimulate the soul in our approach to the angels. Angels enter us through the breath and Claire Nahmad inducts her readers into the mysteries of heavenly magic, transforming power and sublime wonders. Learn how to call on Zotiel, angel of fearful children, Summon Rhamiel, angel of compassion, in times of need, When a situation appears hopeless turn to Phanuel, angel of hope. The language of the Angels, the Green Language, has provided signs, symbols and a magical essence that has been shared among esoteric groups for centuries. And now Claire Nahmad has drawn from the simplest rendition of the language to make it accessible to all. The Language of the Angels provides the means for anyone to summon the aid of an angel when they are in need of guidance, understanding and spiritual wisdom in their life. Discover how to open your deeper being to the angels, creating strong vital bonds of friendship, awareness and joy between you and your shining companions. Including colour illustrations of the angel visions of the great artists that will stimulate the reader's own inner eye.

In this unique book, best-selling angel author Theresa Cheung takes readers on a guided tour of Irish spirituality with the focus firmly on the nation's deep-rooted belief in angels. Punctuated throughout with real-life stories from both Irish people and visitors to the 'Emerald Isle', it will show that although being Irish isn't necessarily a prerequisite for seeing angels, it can certainly act as a catalyst. Many Irish people have grown up with stories of guardian angels and protector saints like St Patrick, so their insights and stories provide the perfect launching point to help others connect with their own angels. Here are stories of miraculous healing from this mysterious and sacred land, which has historical associations with the divine. This book will encourage spiritual seekers of all ages to make a pilgrimage to Ireland or, if that isn't possible, to feed their souls with Celtic spirituality.

Sixteen-year-old Katrina's kindness to a man she finds sleeping behind her grandmother's coffeehouse leads to a strange reward as Malcolm, who is actually a teenage guardian angel, insists on rewarding her by granting her deepest wish.

God has a hidden plan for mankind, and in We Are the Angels, author Leroy Whitfield embarks on a spiritual journey to uncover this plan by dissecting and explaining the Doctrine of Election. Whitfield communicates that the key to understanding this plan to bring about the salvation lies in unlocking the symbolism used throughout the Bible and in realizing the methods God used to preserve the truth in the Bible. We Are the Angels clarifies some of these hidden mysteries and also explains the following: The theory of who has been elected and why The order in which people will be saved The lost sons of God The connection between angels and human beings The trees of God The trinity and oneness of God Augmented with scriptural references, We Are the Angels helps unlock the many hidden revelations given by God in order to a greater understanding of God, the Bible, and the idea of predestination.

Discover how you can become more aware of the angels around you—and benefit from their guidance—with this accessible introduction. Angels will warn us, protect us, and enhance our lives—if we understand how to work with their energy. But how do we ask our angelic guides for intervention? Or determine if their influence is improving our lives? Intuitive author Elaine Clayton presents an accessible introduction to the fascinating and perennially popular field of angelic intervention, with practical advice we can easily integrate into our day-to-day life. Clayton reveals how angels can foster empathy, forgiveness, and creativity; how to attract your own personal angel; how to communicate with your angels through dream journals; and much more.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1862.