parables

An illustrated retelling of seventeen parables used by Jesus Christ in his teachings. Includes "The Good Samaritan," "The Lost Sheep," The Laborers in the Vineyard," and "The Prodigal Son.".

Marlow, a seaman and wanderer, recounts his journey into the African jungle to find a cruel white trader named Kurtz.

Because he spends so much time perfecting his flying form instead of concentrating on getting food, a seagull is ostracized by the rest of the flock.

When Princess Hope sees her grandmother's treasured ring for sale in a shop in the village, she vows to do everything in her power to get it back in this version of the parable of the hidden treasure.

Presents the text and criticism of Thomas Mann's classic novella, and includes the author's working notes translated into English, selections from Mann's essays and letters, and period maps of Munich, Venice, and the Lido.

In this reworking of the Buddhist parable, Stillwater, a giant panda, teaches Addy that the grief she feels for the loss of her kitten, is part of life and is shared by everybody.

Terrible events follow the discovery of a magnificent pearl by a poor Mexican fisherman.

Joe is a guru who dispenses wisdom to pilgrims who travel far distances to seek his advice on life and happiness.

Kino, a poor Mexican pearl-diver, believes he has received the answer to his prayers when he finds a great pearl worth a fortune, but it is not long before tragedy follows.