There are two forms of atheism, not just one, and in the death of ignorant atheism, James Duncan shows how important it is for both believers and non-believers to understand the difference between the two. The book addresses and debunks the common objections raised by modern atheists against the existence of the creator, and convincingly demonstrates how atheism is just empty fiction that exists within western society due to wide spread ignorance, and that most professing atheists would re...

"Foreign Butterflies" by James Duncan is a captivating exploration of identity and belonging, set against the backdrop of a vibrant, multicultural society. The narrative follows the journey of its protagonist as they navigate the complexities of life in a foreign land, encountering diverse characters who challenge their perceptions and beliefs. Through rich, descriptive prose, Duncan paints a vivid picture of the struggles and triumphs faced by those who seek to find their place in a world...

In "Foreign Butterflies," James Duncan embarks on a poignant exploration of cultural identity, migration, and the sense of belonging. Through his rich and evocative prose, the novel melds lyrical storytelling with a keen psychological insight, positioning itself within the contemporary landscape of post-colonial literature. Duncan unveils the hidden layers of his characters' lives, each burdened by their personal histories yet striving for connection in a foreign land, grappling with the a...

The classic novel of fly fishing and spirituality republished with a new Afterword by the author.Since its publication in 1983, The River Why has become a classic. David James Duncan's sweeping novel is a coming-of-age comedy about love, nature, and the quest for self-discovery, written in a voice as distinct and powerful as any in American letters.Gus Orviston is a young fly fisherman who leaves behind his comically schizoid family to find his own...

An epic comedy about love, spirit, and the quest for transcendence in an anything-but-transcendent America, from the author of the perennial cult bestsellers The River Why and The Brothers K**.**A random bolt from a DC-8 falls from the sky, killing a child and throwing the faith of a young Jesuit Jesuit into crisis. A boy’s mother dies on his fifth birthday, sparking a lifetime of repressed anger ...

The first historical study of the medicinal mani pill and its profound spiritual significance in Tibetan religion and cultureThe maṇi pill is one of the most popular relic traditions in Tibetan Buddhism. Treasured around the globe, maṇi pills are small edible pellets formed from mixing the powdered bodily remains of buddhas and bodhisattvas with ingredients used in Tibetan medicine and sanctified through a tantric liturgy. Maṇi pills are today predominantly produce...

In his passionate, luminous novels, David James Duncan has won the devotion of countless critics and readers, earning comparisons to Harper Lee, Tom Robbins, and J.D. Salinger, to name just a few. Now Duncan distills his remarkable powers of observation into this unique collection of short stories and essays.At the heart of Duncan's tales are characters undergoing the complex and violent process of transformation, with results both painful and wondrous. Equally affecting are his no...

A look back at the many women who become followers of Charles Manson during his Helter Skelter siege in California in the 60s & 70s. All were hippie girls who became loyal to the maniac who told them to kill for him...Among those featured here are the stripper Susan Atkins, a sweet-voiced stripper whose looks belied a devil within. Leslie Van Houten who was an educated young woman that became a murderous animal under Manson's control. Patricia Krenwinkel and Squeaky Fromme, who were mental...

This book contains a large number of stories that were told to me as a young boy growing-up in Tennessee about the many adventures that my father experienced while serving in the United States Navy. Many of these stories cover specific events that my father participated in during the Korean Armed Conflict. The events and opinions contained within the individual stories represent those verbalized by my father. These stories contain rich and colorful language, and they reflect a United State...

Wheelbarrow Yoga is a feel-good story about friendship, told at a gentle pace.Penny is a yoga teacher in the English village of Pintlissel Hasset. One day she sees her neighbour on the way to his allotment, pushing his grandchildren in a wheelbarrow. She has a crazy idea that might just work.Slowly the village takes note of the strange goings-on that involve a wheelbarrow, a fitness coach and a yoga teacher. But Penny has a secret: her yoga studio is at...

Mina: cold, beautiful, complex, mysterious...Sienna: warm, stunning, uncomplicated, stable...Two women...total opposites...one drawn to the other by loneliness and desperation...Their lives will change forever...but at what cost?Praise for Duncan James:'Delivers a riveting page-turner!''Great imagination...''Very entertaining!'

A miscellany of wildlife watching skills, tricks and facts.This book is written by Dr Duncan James, a scientist turned writer with almost 40 years wildlife watching experience.The focus is on unusual wildlife watching skills. There are no photographs, simply lots to read (with a few illustrative maps mixed in) about nature and nature watching.Learn advanced binocular techniques. Discover how to move stealthily without disturbing the wildlife aro...