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The Beauty： The Abolished Queen: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Na LanJingYu[Imperial Power: Destiny; Cold Use]The reason was because he had used the name of marriage to seize the life and death power of his wife and then ruthlessly abandoned her, who was already of no value to him. But how could he have known that the woman whose personality had changed greatly would provoke his authority and even provoke everything related to him …[Love, Gentle, Mystical, Past]That childhood sweetheart of hers, that scholarly man who had sworn an oath to her … When they saw each other again, they found that they were already high above in the temple. Was that simple white-robed man no longer as simple as she remembered him?[Sword Kill: Darkness: Four Stones: Lovesick]The Heaven's Edge was only for the sake of his lover. The mysterious man in black, in the name of an assassin — was his protector for her or the rumored Four Stones that could shake the world?[Hiding, Disguise, Cute]The pretty maidservant who was following closely behind them was actually the dignified Emperor of Chu, disguised as a woman. When the truth was revealed, he was actually from the same world as her …
The Beauty： The Abolished Queen: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Na LanJingYu[Imperial Power: Destiny; Cold Use]The reason was because he had used the name of marriage to seize the life and death power of his wife and then ruthlessly abandoned her, who was already of no value to him. But how could he have known that the woman whose personality had changed greatly would provoke his authority and even provoke everything related to him …[Love, Gentle, Mystical, Past]That childhood sweetheart of hers, that scholarly man who had sworn an oath to her … When they saw each other again, they found that they were already high above in the temple. Was that simple white-robed man no longer as simple as she remembered him?[Sword Kill: Darkness: Four Stones: Lovesick]The Heaven's Edge was only for the sake of his lover. The mysterious man in black, in the name of an assassin — was his protector for her or the rumored Four Stones that could shake the world?[Hiding, Disguise, Cute]The pretty maidservant who was following closely behind them was actually the dignified Emperor of Chu, disguised as a woman. When the truth was revealed, he was actually from the same world as her …
Beauty & the Beast: Some Gave All
by Nancy HolderDetective Catherine Chandler is on a mission to unveil the truth behind her past and discover the secrets surrounding her family. Yet, things become more complicated when she becomes romantically involved with the handsome doctor Vincent Keller, who harbors a dark secret of his own - he turns into a terrifying beast when angered. Together, they struggle to maintain their relationship whilst being pursued by the mysterious organization known as Muirfield.
Beauty & the Beast: Fire at Sea
by Nancy HolderMore determined than ever to focus on their hard-earned relationship, Vincent and Catherine attempt to celebrate their marriage with a romantic getaway, far from the city and the stresses of work, family, and anything else that could keep them apart. <P> No cell phones, no guns, no beasting out--just each other. But when their tranquil cruise ship is transformed into a crime scene, there's no escape, and Cat and Vincent are submerged in chaos. Can they bring down the threat before it brings down the ship?
Beauty & the Beast: Vendetta
by Nancy HolderDuring a mysterious blackout, Angelo DeMarco, the son of New York City's most powerful family, is kidnapped. NYPD detectives Catherine Chandler and Tess Vargas are on the case when they learn of a second missing person: Cat's father has disappeared from his prison cell on Rikers Island. Vincent is desperate to help Cat, but as tensions rise, the couple becomes caught in a trap where the only way out is to confront their pasts and prove their epic love.
The Beauty, the Beast and the Baby (Man of the Month #985)
by Dixie BrowningMAN OF THE MONTHTALL, DARK AND HANDSOMEMR. MARCHThe Beast: Gus Wydowski, a brooding bachelor with a weakness for beautiful women-but not for bouncing babies!The Beauty: Mariah Brady didn't need a man who knew nothing about babies-especially when she was juggling a newborn!The Baby: Was cute little Jessie going to hook Mariah a husband?Gus couldn’t diaper an infant to save his life, but he also couldn't stay away from Mariah Brady. And Mariah and baby Jessie were a package deal, so before he knew it, he was knee-deep in bottles and diaper pins. And now the beauty was trying to turn the beast-bachelor into a family man!Man of the Month: Can the beauty transform the already-handsome beast into a husband?
Beauty & the Beastly Rancher
by Judy ChristenberryLike her very own knight in shining armor, rancher Joe Crawford emerged from the mist to rescue Anna Pointer from a desperate situation. Widowed and raising two children alone, Anna could not refuse Joe's offer of assistance, though she was determined to ignore her attraction for the wealthy bachelor. A man of few words, Joe had always kept to himself. But Anna claimed to see beyond his beastly demeanor, giving this solitary man hope that a happily-ever-after was within his grasp...if only he dared to risk all that he was and become the prince this beauty believed him to be. Silhouette Romance #1678
Beauty & the Beasts
by Janice Kay JohnsonFrom the author of The Miracle BabyVeterinarian Dr. Eric Bergstrom-a ladies' man if you want to put it kindly, a womanizer if you don't-is interested in a new woman.He's volunteered his services at the local cat shelter she's involved with. He's even adopted one of the shelter's cats.But he still can't manage to get Madeline to go out with him.Then Eric's twelve-year-old son, Garth, comes to town, making it clear that he resents "having" to spend the summer with his father. Garth and Madeline get along just fine, however.Until the twelve-year-old realizes his father's interested in her....You know your life isn't going well when only your cat loves you!
Beauty & the Bitch: Grace for the Worst in Me
by Jan Meyers ProettAn authentic, inspiring guide to help women see beyond their imperfections and failures—and rediscover the beauty within. As an experienced counselor, Jan Proett has logged countless hours listening to women describe themselves in the worst possible light. She&’s also had plenty of practice at turning that light on herself. In this bracing and bravely personal book, Proett invites women to face the truth about themselves. And the truth is this: No matter how imperfect, fearful, shameful, and downright bitchy we have been, we can be restored. A life of fear and control can be met by peace and freedom. A heart full of rage can be overwhelmed by kindness. The demands of more can be trumped by gratitude and rest. And the best part is that every last ugly, nasty place in our hearts can be made beautiful. When we take an honest look at ourselves, beauty is what we&’ll find underneath all the stuff we&’ve piled on top. No matter who we think we are or what we&’ve done, there&’s a beauty inside us that defines us, a beauty we&’ve forgotten. Rediscover that beauty and let it tell you who you really are.
Beauty & the Blue Angel
by Maureen ChildWaitress Daisy Cusak went into labor right in the middle of the dinner rush. Racked by pain, she couldn't protest the strong arms that carried her to help. Navy pilot Alex Barone became her strength; his calming voice and caring touch helped her deliver her baby. But it wasn't just hormones that made the potent flyboy the star of her fantasies.... Alex wanted her, too - and intended to have her before his leave was up. But Daisy was more powerful than any G-force he'd experienced. She and her newborn daughter targeted Alex's heart, and before he knew it, his days of flying solo were numbered. Silhouette Desire #1514
The Beauty Trials
by Dhonielle ClaytonWith the dangerous, erratic Princess Sophia imprisoned, Queen Charlotte decides to invoke the ancient tradition of The Beauty Trials-a series of harrowing tests meant to find the one true ruler of Orleans. Edel, who has always aspired to be more than just a Belle, decides to enter and, after promising to bind her arcana to keep from having an unnatural advantage, joins a few dozen other hopefuls intent on becoming the next Queen of Orleans.But the trials are far worse than any of them bargained for. As the women are put through dangerous tasks meant to test their strength, confidence, composure, and bravery, many perish, and Edel is mysteriously attacked by one of the other competitors-forcing her to use her powers just to survive. Will her subterfuge cost her the crown, or is there a larger conspiracy at play?New York Times best-selling author Dhonielle Clayton returns to her sweeping, lush fantasy series with an all-new story teeming with high-stakes court intrigue and danger disguised by beauty
Beauty, Ugliness and the Free Play of Imagination: An Approach to Kant's Aesthetics (Studies in German Idealism #17)
by Mojca KüplenThis book presents a solution to the problem known in philosophical aesthetics as the paradox of ugliness, namely, how an object that is displeasing can retain our attention and be greatly appreciated. It does this by exploring and refining the most sophisticated and thoroughly worked out theoretical framework of philosophical aesthetics, Kant's theory of taste, which was put forward in part one of the Critique of the Power of Judgment. The book explores the possibility of incorporating ugliness, a negative aesthetic concept, into the overall Kantian aesthetic picture. It addresses a debate of the last two decades over whether Kant's aesthetics should allow for a pure aesthetic judgment of ugliness. The book critically reviews the main interpretations of Kant's central notion of the free play of imagination and understanding and offers a new interpretation of free play, one that allows for the possibility of a disharmonious state of mind and ugliness. In addition, the book also applies an interpretation of ugliness in Kant's aesthetics to resolve certain issues that have been raised in contemporary aesthetics, namely the possibility of appreciating artistic and natural ugliness and the role of disgust in artistic representation. Offering a theoretical and practical analysis of different kinds of negative aesthetic experiences, this book will help readers acquire a better understanding of his or her own evaluative processes, which may be helpful in coping with complex aesthetic experiences. Readers will gain unique insight into how ugliness can be offensive, yet, at the same time, fascinating, interesting and captivating.
A Beauty Uncovered
by Andrea LaurenceA beastly boss is tamed in this Secrets of Eden book from Andrea Laurence... CEO Brody Eden is a loner. The brooding billionaire has secrets that he refuses to unveil to anyone...until he meets his new assistant, Samantha Davis. She's temptation personified, and she's sitting right outside his door. Samantha's never met a man as guarded-and gorgeous-as Brody. She doesn't want to fall for her boss, but there's something about Brody.... Beneath his gruff manner, Sam senses tenderness-and an intense passion waiting to be unleashed. And she'll make it her mission to enter his lair...and his bed.
Beauty Unfolding: Beautiful New Beginnings After Pain and Loss
by Kate Waite"Beauty Unfolding" shows women how to find the beauty in their lives, even after experiencing unthinkable pain and loss. Author Kate Waite shares her journey of surviving severe burns as a teenager, divorce from her soulmate, and other life challenges, and her discovery that the secret to a beautiful life is not avoiding adversity but creating joy and abundance from within. Poignantly honest personal anecdotes and proven, simple, actionable steps inspire and empower women to move forward in their lives, no matter how devastating their circumstances may be---equipping them not only to overcome painful endings, but to discover a whole new world of beautiful beginnings.
Beauty Unlimited
by Gregory Velazco Trianosky Noël Carroll&“A feminist aesthetics text which bridges aesthetic theory, art and popular culture and acknowledges the evolving character of standards of beauty&” (Teaching Philosophy). Emphasizing the human body in all of its forms, Beauty Unlimited expands the boundaries of what is meant by beauty, both geographically and aesthetically. Peg Zeglin Brand and an international group of contributors interrogate the body and the meaning of physical beauty in this multidisciplinary volume. This striking and provocative book explores the history of bodily beautification; the physicality of socially or culturally determined choices of beautification; the interplay of gender, race, class, age, sexuality, and ethnicity within and on the body; and the aesthetic meaning of the concept of beauty in an increasingly globalized world.
Beauty, Violence, Representation (Routledge Research in Cultural and Media Studies)
by Lisa Dickson Maryna RomanetsThis volume explores the relationship among beauty, violence, and representation in a broad range of artistic and cultural texts, including literature, visual art, theatre, film, and music. Charting diversifying interests in the subject of violence and beauty, dealing with the multiple inflections of these questions and representing a spectrum of voices, the volume takes its place in a growing body of recent critical work that takes violence and representation as its object. This collection offers a unique opportunity, however, to address a significant gap in the critical field, for it seeks to interrogate specifically the nexus or interface between beauty and violence. While other texts on violence make use of regimes of representation as their subject matter and consider the effects of aestheticization, beauty as a critical category is conspicuously absent. Furthermore, the book aims to "rehabilitate" beauty, implicitly conceptualized as politically or ethically regressive by postmodern anti-aesthetics cultural positions, and further facilitate its come-back into critical discourse.
Beauty vs. the Beast
by M. J. RodgersAnd Then There Was One...When psychologist Damian Steele killed off the nasty half of his dual-personality patient, he never expected that the "widow" would file a wrongful-death suit. Nor did he expect that a breathtaking beauty would be his saving grace.Attorney Kay Kellogg had handled some unusual civil cases at Justice Inc., but Damian's was definitely setting a new precedent. So, too, were her feelings for the darkly mysterious and sinfully sexy psychologist-the "beast" who kept far too many secrets.As the sensational trial unfolded, Kay found herself fighting not just for justice but for her sanity. For Damian's secrets were the kind that stalked the mind as well as the heart.
Beauty Will Save the World: Recovering the Human in an Ideological Age
by Gregory WolfeCulture, Not PoliticsWe live in a politicized time. Culture wars and increasingly partisan conflicts have reduced public discourse to shouting matches between ideologues. But rather than merely bemoaning the vulgarity and sloganeering of this era, says acclaimed author and editor Gregory Wolfe, we should seek to enrich the language of civil discourse. And the best way to do that, Wolfe believes, is to draw nourishment from the deepest sources of culture: art and religious faith.Wolfe has been called &“one of the most incisive and persuasive voices of our generation,&” and this penetrating and wide-ranging book makes a powerful case for the importance of beauty and imagination to cultural renewal. He begins by tracing his own journey from a young culture warrior bent on attacking the modern world to a career devoted to nurturing the creation of culture through contemporary literature and art that renew the Western tradition. Along the way, Wolfe finds in Renaissance Christian humanists like Erasmus and Thomas More—and their belief that imagination and the arts are needed to offset the danger of ideological abstractions— a &“distant mirror&” in which to see our own times.
Beauty Will Save the World: Rediscovering the Allure and Mystery of Christianity
by Brian ZahndIn today’s world we have technology, convenience, security, and a measure of prosperity, but where is the beauty? For thousands of years, artists, sages, philosophers, and theologians have connected the beautiful and the sacred and identified art with our longing for God. Now we live in a day when convenience and practicality have largely displaced beauty as a value. The church is no exception. Even salvation is commonly viewed in a scientific and mechanistic manner and presented as a plan, system, or formula. In Beauty Will Save the World, Brian Zahnd presents the argument that this loss of beauty as a principal value has been disastrous for Western culture, and especially for the church. The full message of the beauty of the gospel has been replaced by our desires to satisfy our material needs, to empirically prove our faith, and to establish political power in our world--the exact same things that Christ was tempted with and rejected in the wilderness. Zahnd shows that by following the teachings of the Beatitudes, the church can become a viable alternative to current-day political, commercial, and religious power and can actually achieve what these powers promise to provide but fail to deliver. Using stories from the lives of St. Francis of Assisi and from his own life, he teaches us to stay on the journey to discover the kingdom of God in a fuller, richer, more beautiful, way.
Beauty Will Save World: Recovering the Human in an Ideological Age
by Gregory WolfeA writer in residence at Seattle Pacific University, Wolfe founded and edits the literature and arts journal Image. Here he shares his thoughts about how Christian humanism can improve the world. His sections cover from ideology to humanism; Christianity, literature, and modernity; six writers; three artists; and four men of letters. Among his topics are a portrait of the editor as a young man, the writer of faith in a fractured culture, Evelyn Waugh, Wendell Barry, Mary McCleary, and Malcolm Muggeridge. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)
The Beauty Witch's Secrets: Recipes & Rituals for the Modern Goddess
by Alise MariePotent Potions & Joyous Rituals for Natural Goddess Glamour Become your most spellbinding self, inside and out, through every stage of your life. Alise Marie guides you into her inner sanctum, where you'll enjoy empowerment and practical magick that elevates your beauty routine from a monotonous chore to a sensual ceremony. Alise presents an abundant collection of plant-powered recipes and rituals for facial and body care, healing baths, kitchen witchery, and much more. Create elixirs, oils, and nectars that give you irresistibly smooth skin and gorgeous hair. Align with the cycles of the moon, explore the power of nature, and connect with goddesses. Featuring photos and time-tested secrets, this book reveals the enchanted beauty that is your birthright.The Beauty Witch is a registered trademark. All rights reserved.
The Beauty Within (The Armstrong Sisters)
by Marguerite KayeBeauty is in the eye of the beholderConsidered the plain, clever one in her family, Lady Cressida Armstrong knows her father has given up on her ever marrying. But who needs a husband when science is the only thing to set Cressie's pulse racing?Disillusioned artist Giovanni di Matteo is setting the ton abuzz with his expertly executed portraits. Once his art was inspired; now it's only technique. Until he meets Cressie....Challenging, intelligent and yet insecure, Cressie is the one whose face and body he dreams of capturing on canvas. In the enclosed, intimate world of his studio, Giovanni rediscovers his passion as he awakens hers....
Beauty without the Breast
by Felicia Marie KnaulFelicia Knaul, an economist who has lived and worked for two decades in Latin America on health and social development, documents the personal and professional sides of her breast cancer experience. Beauty without the Breast contrasts her difficult but inspiring journey with that of the majority of women throughout the world who face not only the disease but stigma, discrimination, and lack of access to health care. This wrenching contrast is the cancer divide - an equity imperative in global health. Knaul exposes barriers affecting women in low and middle-income countries and highlights the role of men, family, and community in responding to the challenge of breast cancer. She shares striking data about breast cancer, a leading killer of young women in developing countries, and narrates the process of applying this evidence and launching Tómatelo a Pecho (also the book title in Spanish)- a Mexico-based program promoting awareness and access to health care. The book concludes with letters from Dr. Julio Frenk, her husband and former Minister of Health of Mexico, written while they shared the trauma of diagnosis and treatment. With force and lucidity, the book narrates the journey of patient and family as they courageously navigate disease and survivorship.
Beauty Woke
by NoNieqa RamosBeauty Woke is a powerful story of pride and community, told with bold lyricism and the heart of a fairy tale, and readers looking for a next-generation Sleeping Beauty will fall in love with the vivid art and lyrical text.Beauty is a Puerto Rican girl loved and admired by her family and community. At first, she's awake to their beauty, and her own—a proud Boricua of Taíno and African descent.But as she grows older, she sees how people who look like her are treated badly, and she forgets what makes her special. So her community bands together to help remind her of her beautiful heritage!
Beauty, Women's Bodies and the Law: Performances in Plastic
by Jocelynne A. ScuttWhat makes a woman’s body beautiful? Plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery and non-surgical interventions such as Botox are changing women’s bodies physically and affecting cultural notions and expectations of what it means to be a woman. Yet where does the law stand? Is the renovation of women’s bodies legal? This book explores a range of topics, including: whether shape-changing by surgical and non-surgical means is ‘really’ what women want; the question of legal intervention when operations, injections and other methods go wrong; the impact of consent determinations on whether women can or cannot freely seek changes to their body structure; and the role which culture and social expectations play in women’s decision-making. Taking a legal perspective on the vast range of ‘beauty’ interventions available to women, Scutt discusses women’s perceptions of body and beauty, pressures on women to conform to ‘idealised’ notions of the perfect woman’s body, and outcomes of legal actions including those taken by individual women who are unhappy with results, as well as those launched against companies trading in products advertised as safe and for women’s benefit. Beauty, Women’s Bodies and the Law will appeal to readers with an interest in women’s and gender studies, law, and cultural studies.