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Nicholas Roerich

    Nicholas Roerich was een kunstenaar en denker wiens werk zich verdiept in diepgaande filosofische en spirituele thema's. Zijn schilderijen, vaak geïnspireerd door zijn reizen door Azië, verkennen de schoonheid van de natuur en het streven naar harmonie in de wereld. Roerich was ook een toegewijd activist voor vrede en het behoud van cultureel erfgoed, wat zijn geloof in de onderlinge verbondenheid van kunst en spirituele ontwikkeling weerspiegelt. Zijn nalatenschap ligt in een unieke visie op de wereld, waarin kunst dient als brug naar verlichting en begrip.

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    Zářící Šambhala
    Shambhala
    Diary Leaves
    Just Peachy: Comics about Depression, Anxiety, Love, and Finding the Humor in Being Sad
    The Heart of Asia
    • Diary Leaves

      • 254bladzijden
      • 9 uur lezen

      Nicholas Roerich, primarily recognized as a painter, also made significant contributions as a writer, producing a vast body of work that includes books, poetry, and nearly daily essays known as Diary Leaves. His artistic creations delve into humanity's mythic origins, natural beauty, and spiritual pursuits, reflecting his deep engagement with the world around him. This duality of talent showcases his profound insights into life and art, making him a multifaceted figure in both the visual and literary realms.

      Diary Leaves2021
    • "In this autobiographical collection of thoughtful and poignant comic vignettes, Chisholm explores her experiences with depression, anxiety, and love . . . This graphic novel will provide comfort and information to both those who are dealing with similar issues or those who know someone who is." —Booklist Adventures in Dealing with Everyday Struggles, Getting Help, and Doing Just Okay Sometimes Just Peachy is a comic series that explores what the day-to-day is like with depression and/or anxiety. The all-too-real cartoon protagonist gives readers a character to empathize with, and helps explain some of the not often talked about consequences and symptoms of having depression. The comics also explore the themes of heartbreak, finding love, dealing with stress, and capturing the magical moments in life that keep us going. Through dark humor and cute illustrations, the subject matter becomes a bit more bearable, allowing for honest discussion about things like treatment and getting through anxiety attacks, and providing some comfort in times of struggle. For anyone affected by mental illness, Just Peachy shows that you are not alone. Simply put, this is an encouraging collection of comics about being just okay sometimes.

      Just Peachy: Comics about Depression, Anxiety, Love, and Finding the Humor in Being Sad2019
      3,9
    • Знамя Мира

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      • 704bladzijden
      • 25 uur lezen

      В 2005 году исполняется 70 лет со дня подписания Пакта Рериха по охране культурных ценностей во время вооруженных и гражданских конфликтов. Этот специальный договор, разработанный известным русским мыслителем и художником Николаем Константиновичем Рерихом, явился важнейшим вкладом в улучшение международных отношений, а предложенный им специальный флаг — Знамя Мира, объявляющий объектом неприкосновенности сокровища культуры и искусства, — и по сей день развевается над многими культурными и просветительскими учреждениями во всем мире. Представленные в настоящем издании очерки, письма и документы позволят читателю проследить основные этапы воплощения великого миротворческого проекта и свидетельствуют о том, какие колоссальные усилия были приложены к тому, чтобы идея действенной защиты культурных ценностей превратилась в реальность между народно го договора.

      Знамя Мира2005
    • Zářící Šambhala

      • 62bladzijden
      • 3 uur lezen

      Kniha se zabývá poznatky a rozhovory osvětlujícími a sjednocujícími východní a západní duchovní tradice.

      Zářící Šambhala2003
      3,5
    • The Heart of Asia

      • 160bladzijden
      • 6 uur lezen

      Roerich recounts his journeys to more than fifty monasteries and his meetings with lamas eager to share their spiritual insights and heritage with the Western world. His expeditions crossed thirty-five mountain passes, and included here are dramatic descriptions of snow blindness, mountain floods, and mysterious electrical phenomena, as well as intimate depictions of daily life in the rigorous yet beautiful Himalayan environment.

      The Heart of Asia2000
      4,0
    • Shambhala

      • 258bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen

      The journey through Central Asia and Tibet unfolds as a spiritual exploration, capturing legends and parables that reveal the essence of Shambhala. Roerich's multifaceted vision highlights the natural beauty and cultural depth of the regions he traverses, blending vivid descriptions with insights into the hopes and beliefs of the local peoples. His work transcends mere travelogue, offering a profound message that reflects the interconnectedness of nature, spirit, and humanity, making it a rich tapestry of experiences and revelations.

      Shambhala1988