China’s most sophisticated system of computational astronomy was created for a Mongol emperor who could neither read nor write Chinese, to celebrate victory over China after forty years of devastating war. This book explains how and why, and reconstructs the observatory and the science that made it possible. For two thousand years, a fundamental ritual of government was the emperor’s “granting the seasons” to his people at the New Year by issuing an almanac containing an accurate lunisolar calendar. The high point of this tradition was the “Season-granting system” (Shou-shih li, 1280). Its treatise records detailed instructions for computing eclipses of the sun and moon and motions of the planets, based on a rich archive of observations, some ancient and some new. Sivin, the West’s leading scholar of the Chinese sciences, not only recreates the project’s cultural, political, bureaucratic, and personal dimensions, but translates the extensive treatise and explains every procedure in minimally technical language. The book contains many tables, illustrations, and aids to reference. It is clearly written for anyone who wants to understand the fundamental role of science in Chinese history. There is no comparable study of state science in any other early civilization.

THE SEASONS WITHIN is an eye-opening debut novel that compels the reader to trust the unfamiliar, the unknown...to trust for that is when you shall receive. Jonathon has only just moved to New Zealand, the outlook for him feels as bleak as the frozen winter landscape until he befriends local boy Taylor. United by their youthful curiosity and appetite for mystery, they are drawn relentlessly to their meeting place- an eerie park that conceals unearthly secrets. There, under the guidance of a reclusive sage, they are given insights into Nature and the human condition as they are initiated into the Ancient Chinese teachings known as 'the Elements of Man'. The unlikely pair are propelled on a powerful quest for understanding where they encounter mystical creatures and energies. With the unfolding of the seasons, the secrets of the park and of Nature itself, are revealed to them as they teeter towards a test of their own faith and courage. The Seasons Within meshes past and present, the physical and metaphysical, to produce an enchanting tale that illuminates as it entertains.

Featuring recipes ranging from light summer snacks with friends to hearty winter soul food with family, this cookbook offers a wide range of foods from all over Canada. This delightful collection of easy-to-follow recipes has something perfect for every season and occasion, including both formal recipes for the holidays and some to make every day seem special. Author Grace has provided recipes for appetizers and beverages; breads and rolls; soups, salads, and vegetables; meat, poultry, and seafood; casseroles; pies, pastries, and desserts; and jams, jellies, and pickles. Whether youre an experienced cook or just trying out your chefs hat at the microwave, this collection has something perfect for you. From her mothers kitchen to yours, Cooking the Four Seasons has everything you need to bring family and friends together at the table.

When your life is consumed with empathy and divorce is in the near future, where do you turn? Knowing God was the answer and my growing relationship with Him would be the only thing to keep me at peace. The journey will show you that no matter what is thrown in your path, He will not leave you or forsake you. Having faith and knowing to whom you belong will keep you growing spiritually.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1876.