Brancusi Biography

Constantin Brancusi, the renowned sculptor from Romania, found a special place in the hearts of many Americans. Among his admirers were prominent collectors such as John Quinn, the Arenbergs, the Meyers, the Speisers, Katherine Dreier, Mary Harriman Rumsey, Peggy Guggenheim, and others. These individuals not only collected his works but also developed personal relationships with the artist, drawn to his unique approach to art and life.

Brancusi’s interactions with American collectors were marked by mutual respect and admiration. His presentation of his sculptures, his adept negotiation skills, and his unwavering dedication to his craft earned him a reputation as a master artist among his American patrons. His innate tradesman’s spirit, shaped by his upbringing in the Oltenia region of Romania, added an authentic and grounded quality to his work that resonated deeply with his American audience.

What truly captivated Americans was Brancusi’s pragmatic philosophy, which was firmly rooted in his ancestral faith, traditions, customs, education, life experiences, and extensive readings. His aphorisms, reflecting his profound insights into art and existence, were widely circulated in publications and exhibition catalogues, further solidifying his status as a visionary artist and thinker.

Despite his humble origins, Brancusi developed a deep affection for America and its culture, and this sentiment was reciprocated by his American admirers. Throughout his lifetime, he held a special place in the American art scene, with eight personal exhibitions organized in his honor. The first seven took place in the United States, where his sculptures captivated audiences and critics alike. The eighth exhibition, held in Romania shortly before his death, marked a poignant homecoming for the artist and served as his first major showcase in Europe.

Brancusi’s enduring legacy in America is a testament to the lasting impact of his work and his personal connections with American collectors. His ability to bridge cultural divides through art and his profound understanding of the human experience continue to inspire generations of artists and art enthusiasts around the world.

Nature’s Lawyer

Nature’s Lawyer follows the journey of Rafael, a 21-year-old law student at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil. By morning, he studies law; by afternoon, he works as a cashier at a lottery agency. But his sharp mind is increasingly troubled by the dire warnings of rising global temperatures and the environmental destruction threatening the Amazon rainforest.

Instead of lush trees, Rafael discovers vast pastures carved out for the greedy expansion of cattle farming. As he grapples with doubt and fear, he uncovers unsettling truths that forever change his perspective on the world – and his own role in it.

In this thought-provoking and compelling novel, Ramiro Castilho Simon delivers a story that will make readers laugh, reflect, and hope. Can Rafael’s determination and creativity make a difference, or is the world already beyond saving?

What Will the Neighbors Think?

There are so many people who still suffer, just like we did so many years ago. They suffer from feelings of pain and fear that people won’t like them or accept them because they are different. They suffer because they are born a different color or religion from the majority. They suffer if they think they are not smart enough, good enough or successful enough. They suffer from the fear of not fitting in, or not being liked. They ask themselves over and over again, “What will the neighbors think?”

And then of course are lesbians, gays, transvestites, and transgenders. Although we have come a long way, there are still many who suffer the pain of being different, many who are still hiding their homosexuality or religion for fear of what people would think.

This book is for all the people who still fear…

WHAT WILL THE NEIGHBORS THINK?

So they will therefore have the courage to…

SAY YES WHEN THE WORLD SAYS NO.

The Shout of the Phoenix

The Shout of the Phoenix is the dramatic unraveling suspense story of Angel, a bisexual man who from the initial frame, dies. Before his death, he was a sexual addict who had it all, fame, power, lovers, prestige, and the expectation of a massive inheritance. After his death, and upon being given a second chance at life he ultimately loses it all, falls from grace, and encounters powerful opponents and adverse difficulties that ultimately force him to undergo an internal as well as an external spiritual journey that takes place in New York, India, Africa, and Greece.

Along the way and as a result of his tragic accident and traumatic HIV diagnosis, he fails to remember a very key piece of this intricate puzzle, whose answers lie in a mysterious book that slowly unravels a big reveal for a story that goes back and forward between the present, past and future. Mixed with the search for his true love, posing philosophical questions with the surrounding beautiful scenarios, and in conjunction with his best friend Kathleen’s similar fate, everything comes full circle in the poetic finale.

The Wild Imaginings of Telma: Book 1

On the day the little elephant was born, the sun shone brightly, and birds sang in the trees. She was born on an elephant reserve, where many other elephants lived and were cared for by staff and volunteers from all over the world.

For a time, she stayed close to her mother, looking, listening, and taking in the world for the first time. Her mother, Uzuri, whose name means ‘beauty’ in Swahili, gently nudged her baby, encouraging her to stand. She tried but was unable.

She tipped over because she was born missing the lower half of her right leg and was small even for a newborn elephant. The staff at the reserve grew concerned and stepped in to help care for her. She did not have a name yet.

As the days passed, she was determined to survive. She ate as if she wanted to grow big and strong, always finishing her milk and searching for more. No matter how many times she fell, she never gave up trying to stand.

One day, a staff member at the reserve looked at her and said, ‘I will name you Telma.’ In Greek, Telma means ‘the will to overcome any obstacle,’ a name she would live up to. She was learning to walk, but she dreamed of running.

Flight of the Transatlantic Dragon

Dive into a world where imagination knows no bounds in this heartwarming tale of adventure and friendship. When four clever children in Cambridge, England, decide to build a magical dragon from everyday materials, they set off on a fantastical journey across the Atlantic.

Their playful creation becomes a vessel for dreams, whisking them to a land of candy-coated wonders and enchanting new friends. As their magical adventure unfolds, the young travelers learn the true power of creativity and camaraderie. With a return journey just in time for breakfast, they leave behind a trail of stardust and wonder.

This captivating story celebrates the magic of childhood imagination and the bonds of friendship, perfect for readers who cherish whimsical adventures and delightful surprises.

The Man Who Watered His Lawn

The Man Who Watered His Lawn gently but powerfully fuses the raw emotions of a teenage love story into a blended tragedy of grief, sorrow, violence, philosophy and healing.

It is a true story that is raw, caring and emotive, allowing the reader to enter the epicenter of the experience. The Man Who Watered His Lawn is a rare glimpse into the mind of a teenager riddled with confusion well into adulthood but with a message of hope and beauty.

The life we lived until then was magnificent. We learned that joy, like the joy of the intellect, is to feel itself alive and the aim of love is to love, no more and no less. We were building our young lives one memory at a time, one joyous experience built onto another. Each experience filling our senses as pleasurably as happening upon a mountain meadow covered in dew at the dawn of a new day.

It explores in heartbreaking reality the complex world of trauma and sorrow and contains the full atmosphere of human emotions, including the interconnected but misunderstood revelation of post-traumatic growth.

It’s within the confines of our internal garden that healing begins. The seeds of healing sprout into flowers and bring meaning to our lives, but it’s only in expressing this meaning through love and gratitude and in healing our hurts that give power to them. This power informs our purpose, which gradually allows the waters of happiness to flow gently into the arid cracks of sorrows desert.

Mind Over Madness – Volume One

Once an internationally certified meditation teacher, professional musician, concert technician, and trained audio engineer/music producer, Gary Morissette’s life took a dramatic turn when a tragic accident left him a ventilator-dependent quadriplegic. Now, he shares his powerful self-help method for mental wellness, interwoven with an autobiographical collection of his lyrics.

Gary lived a rollercoaster lifestyle, battling drug addiction and the resulting mental health struggles. Through meditation, affirmations, journaling, inspiration, and creative expression, he found a path to healing and resilience. Mind Over Madness offers readers a guide to resetting their own minds and finding inner peace.

Where Can I Find My Spirit?

Children ask many questions, and one of the most profound is: Where can I find my spirit?

This unique and lively story follows a young child, Sage, on an exciting journey to discover the answer. As they embark on a hike, Sage seeks wisdom from the animals they encounter, each offering their own perspective on what it means to find one’s spirit.

Sage’s journey leads to new insights and a deeper understanding of their own spirit.

Everything Passing By

Sebastiane Bassett’s life in the French Foreign Legion is exactly what he needs to be in order to cope with what he is. Things change when a mission in Africa goes horribly wrong, and he loses his mentor and the anchor to his present reality. Unable to cope with another loss in his life, he seeks clarity from his grandfather, Maurice Renault. Understanding what he is and why, and how the Demon within, which overshadows the Renault family with its tyrannical quid pro quo, the answer Maurice has may not be the answer Sebastiane wants.

Sebastiane then makes his way to the jungles of South America. His new mission: training, illegal mining and drug interdiction patrols, and guarding one of France’s most prized possessions: the Guiana Space Centre. This task becomes more difficult when hubris, greed, and corporate infighting at The Slater Group, Inc., spills over into his world. While trying to save the Spaceport, Sebastiane learns of a secret so powerful it could reshape the world.

Blamed by his Commanders for his efforts and the outcome at the Spaceport, Sebastiane and his team are arrested and put on trial. As he awaits his fate, Sebastiane’s past and present collide. Now, with two futures laid out before him, he must choose: choose between the life he has, and the one he thought he should have. However, Sebastiane’s greatest fear is that the Demon within will come looking for its price no matter what path he chooses...

Taiki Bansei

What an incredible journey! But just how much more can it possibly entail?

I hope my autobiography will captivate you, offering both entertainment and insight. So, join me on this remarkable voyage – one that has been fun, peculiar, overwhelming at times, but always deeply educational. Life has taught me plenty, and along the way, I’ve encountered unforgettable characters – some amusing, some obscure, but all leaving their mark. Their names have been changed to protect both the innocent and those who will never be innocent.

To be brief: I was born in England, raised in northern Italy and Sicily, then found myself in the Bronx. My journey took me across vast oceans, through the war in Vietnam, into the depths of drug addiction, and finally, toward a steady path of rehabilitation. And there is still so much more to tell.

So, ride with me. And don’t let the Japanese title baffle you – believe me, it will all make sense in the end.

Cuentos Del Atardecer

“Cuentos Del Atardecer“ es una serie de cuentos donde la realidad se confunde con la fantasía, con atrapantes relatos donde los finales nos dejan confundidos sobre si la vida y la muerte son definitivos o si la historia continúa. Los límites se vuelven difusos y las historias podrían ser reales, ¿o lo son?

Se despliega una amplia gama de personajes y de historias, desde bailarinas y damas antiguas a adolescentes conflictivos y estatuas fantásticas y fantasmas. Todos con sus complejas personalidades y tramas entrelazadas que aumentan el suspenso hasta los desconcertantes finales.

Son cuentos cortos, fáciles de leer, pero con un desarrollo suficientemente extenso como para mantener la intriga y el interés hasta el final. Ideales para disfrutar con una taza de café en una tarde de lluvia, en un viaje o simplemente para pasar un buen momento de lectura que nos traslade a otro mundo através de nuestra mente.