Books with author Stephanie Jamie

Vedic Sanskrit literature contains a wealth of material concerning the mythology and religious practices of India between 1500 and 500 B.C.E.―a crucial period in the formation of traditional Indian culture. Stephanie W. Jamison here addresses the conditions that have limited our understanding of Vedic myth and ritual, such as the profusion and obscurity of the texts and the tendency on the part of scholars to approach mythology and ritual independently. Tracing two key myths through a variety of texts, Jamison provides insight into the relationship between early Indic myth and ritual as well as offering a new methodology for their study.After a brief survey of Vedic literature and religion, Jamison examines the recurrences of the myths "Indra fed the Yatis to the hyenas" and "Svarbhanu pierced the sun with darkness." Focusing on their verbal form and ritual setting, she essays a general interpretation of the myths and their ritual purpose. Her book sheds new light on some central figures in Vedic mythology and on the evolution of Vedic mythological narrative, and it points to parallels in other cultures as well.

Tabby and Sam’s puppy love evolves into a commitment that leads them to the altar. Everything seems fine until Sam becomes more engrossed in pastoral assignments, which gradually drives a wedge between them. She begins to feel the pangs of loneliness and neglect which creates in her, a perfect recipe for intense jealousy. Sam’s affair with Suzzie Marshall raises the stakes and Tabby is forced to make a decision that will almost cost her, her life.

If you had been there when Daniel was thrown in the lion’s den, what would you have seen? When David fought the giant? When Jesus was born? This unique combination of stories and Bible background helps children imagine what they might have seen if they had been there when significant events in the Old and New Testaments took place. Includes events such as Noah building the ark, the Israelites fleeing Egpyt, Ruth gleaning the harvest, the Wise Men visiting Baby Jesus, fishermen leaving their nets, the cruxifixion and resurrection of Jesus, and many more. For ages 6–9.

"Captain Bignose Knows his Ropes and all about Boats" is a series for children and blends the rules of the sea into fun filled stories. Captain Bignose, by his very name, pokes his nose into everything about boats and the children soon realise that he must be obeyed.By illustrating through disguise and a fun filled manner the use of seamanship, charts, lights, engines, compass, radio operation, life saving, flags, day signs, buoys and beacons, radar, rules of the road - showing who gives way, speeds allowed, do and don'ts. Designed to be read to children between 5 - 10 who's mum and dad want their children to slowly understand good seamanship so they can enjoy boating with their parents. The main emphasis is in the catchy stories with the seamanship aspect often at the end or near the end to explain all about boating. The complex world of the rules of the sea are covered in a series of children's stories often totally unrelated to boating but bring a point relevant to boating into each episode. Each episode is only a few pages long with "pop-up" text so parents can emphasise different points. The author is a Captain and all information is presented with maritime precision. The information on the sea and boating is the official rules.After bringing up three sons and taking them boating from as young as 4 years old I have realised that boating information needs to be "hidden" and "disguised" if they are to take any interest, so thus the aim of this series of cartoon books.The cartoons are little pictures which allow the reader to expand on each with the catchy story the prime strength of the series. Over time children will have reference stories to remind them of good seamanship which will give them a totally new field of knowledge.

In the Beginning emphasizes the stunning variety of the created order. It takes the order of Genesis, chapter 1, for its structure, but is fleshed out with the miracle of creation, and with god's pleasure in all God has made.Beautiful color illustrations take the reader from the beginning of the word through the making of the first people. With each page unfolds the wonder of God's creation, brought to life by artist Susan Wintringham's innovative artwork, using an original technique. Especially for children ages 7-9.

Developed especially for children 7-9 years old, this book provides a quality resource for furthering the understanding and interpretation of an event of great importance in the lives of all Christians.Simple text -- for "read to" or "can read" possibilitiesRetells the Easter storyHelps children understand the implications of the Easter story for Christian livesEspecially for children ages 7-9