Quando John Leland comincia a occuparsi di anziani per il New York Times, la sua disposizione d’animo è quella di chi si prepara a un viaggio attraverso la solitudine e il deterioramento fisico e mentale. Invece, la sua inchiesta prende una piega del tutto diversa. Condividendo per un anno le difficoltà, i rituali, le paure, le fissazioni di sei ultraottantenni, finisce per scoprire che «hanno perso molto», la vista, l’udito, la mobilità, la memoria, che hanno alle spalle una storia di lut...

A New York Times Bestseller!An extraordinary look at what it means to grow old and a heartening guide to well-being, Happiness Is a Choice You Make weaves together the stories and wisdom of six New Yorkers who number among the "oldest old"— those eighty-five and up.In 2015, when the award-winning journalist John Leland set out on behalf of The New York Times to meet members of America's fastest-growing age group, he antici...

John Leland (1754-1841) was one of the most influential and entertaining religious figures in early America. As an itinerant revivalist, he demonstrated an uncanny ability to connect with a popular audience, and contributed to the rise of a "democratized" Christianity in America. A tireless activist for the rights of conscience, Leland also waged a decades-long war for disestablishment, first in Virginia and then in New England. Leland advocated for full religious freedom for all-not merel...

"[Leland] brings the botanical into direct relationship with the spiritual, using a prose style that is as profound as it is pyrotechnic." —Jim Warren, Washington and Lee UniversityAward-winning nature writer John Leland offers a collection of twenty-seven short, poetic essays that marry science and the humanities as the author seeks meaning in trees. Readings in Wood is an investigation of trees and forests and also of wood as a material that people have ...

Legions of youthful Americans have taken On the Road as a manifesto for rebellion and an inspiration to hit the road. But there is much more to the book than that. In Why Kerouac Matters, John Leland embarks on a wry, insightful, and playful discussion of the novel, arguing that it still matters because it lays out an alternative road map to growing up. Along the way, Leland overturns many misconceptions about On the Road as he examines the lessons that Kerouac's...

**"[Narrator Robert Petkoff] is a steady performer whose measured pacing allows each subject's story to unfold naturally against the background of Leland's personal inquiry. A particular highlight comes at the very end, when listeners get a chance to hear the actual voices of some of the men and women who have shared the lessons of their lives." - AudioFile MagazineThis program includes original recordings of interviews from the**New York Times

Foreword INDIES 2005 Popular Culture Book of the YearA fresh look at the origins of our iconic immigrant flora and fauna, revealed with wit and reverence for natureAliens live among us. Thousands of species of nonnative flora and fauna have taken up residence within U.S. borders. Our lawns sprout African grasses, our roadsides flower with European weeds, and our homes harbor Asian, European, and African pests. Misg...

John Leland's 'Itinerary' was the product of several journeys around England and Wales undertaken between 1538 and 1543. The manuscript is made up of Leland's notebooks, which were first published in the 18th century, and later in a ten-part, five-volume edition published by Lucy Toulmin . Part IX of the manuscript begins in the south of England and gradually meanders its way, county by county, through central and northern England up to the borders of Scotland. Leland did not prepare the m...

如果身體機能衰弱，人生到底還值不值得活？長達一年的訪談，改變百萬人對人生的看法＊紐約時報暢銷書＊Amazon上百名讀者感動留言，四顆半星推薦「約翰．利蘭對這些超高齡老年人實用且有力的洞見，以及豐富的經驗，可以帶領我們過得更快樂——無論你現在幾歲。」——葛瑞琴．魯賓（Gretchen Rubin），暢銷書《過得還不錯的一年》作者本書作者約翰．利蘭是紐約時報記者，他55歲時離婚，人生首次單身一人，他必須獨自照顧年邁母親，而她最大的願望就是去死。如果身體機能衰弱，人生是否還值得活？他抱著這樣的疑問追蹤並貼身採訪六位超高齡紐約客一年，並刊登了系列文章。他們就是我們──即使現在不是，早晚也將成真受訪者都超過85歲，根據美國統計，這是現在成長最快速的年齡層。在進行這個計畫前，利蘭設想過自己的老後生活或許跟現在差不多，只是會失去不少（家人、視力、腦力、體力、金錢、尊嚴……）並多了病痛。然而訪談結果，讓利蘭對老年生活大為改觀，不但改變了他的生活，並且訪談受歡迎的程...

"A Manual of Wood Carving" is a comprehensive guide that delves into the intricate art of wood carving, authored by John J. Holtzapffel and Charles Godfrey Leland. This book serves as an essential resource for both beginners and experienced artisans, offering detailed instructions, techniques, and illustrations that cover a wide range of carving styles. The authors emphasize the importance of understanding the tools and materials used in wood carving, ensuring that readers can develop thei...

A Manual of Wood Carving is a finely curated anthology that encapsulates the art and tradition of wood carving through various lenses of cultural significance and creativity. The collection navigates a wide spectrum of literary styles, from instructional guides to reflective essays, offering both novice and expert readers insights into the aesthetic and technical facets of wood carving. This anthology serves not only as a testament to the manual skill but also as an exploration of the carv...

A Manual of Wood Carving is a comprehensive anthology that delves into the rich tapestry of woodworking, capturing the imagination and skill of artisans across time. This collection presents an array of techniques and styles, revealing the subtle artistry inherent in the craft. Readers are treated to a journey through the intricacies of wood carving, from its historical roots to contemporary practices. By compiling these diverse works, the volume showcases the myriad forms and expressions ...