Karen Tintori Poradie kníh

Exploring the theme of hidden family histories, this book delves into the lives of ancestors who defied societal norms and faced significant consequences. Karen Tintori uncovers these untold stories, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging the past. It resonates with readers who believe that personal and familial histories are intertwined with broader historical narratives, inviting reflection on the complexities of heritage and legacy.

Natalie Landau, a museum curator with an expertise in Mesopotamian protective amulets and magical beliefs, has received a puzzling gift from her sister, Dana – a necklace with a blue evil-eye pendant. A symbol of protection common throughout the world, the evil eye has a mystical history connecting it to many religions. When Natalie learns Dana was murdered only hours after sending the gift, she begins to think her evil-eye amulet had something to do with her sister’s death. As she races to discover the origin of the pendant, Natalie is sucked into an international battle between powerful political and religious factions, each battling for the eye, which turns out to be far more valuable – and far more powerful – than she could ever imagine.

Profesor David Shepherd si už roky zapisuje mená, ktoré sa mu vynárajú v pamäti. S pomocou rabína odhalí, že pochádzajú z Knihy mien – starobylého textu, o ktorom sa predpokladalo, že je navždy stratený. Podľa kabalistickej tradície kniha obsahuje mená tridsiatich šiestich spravodlivých duší v každej generácii – Utajených, ktorí udržiavajú krehkú rovnováhu sveta. Utajení však násilne zomierajú a svet sa stáva čoraz vratkejším: v Afganistane vypukne vojna, New York postihne prírodná katastrofa a na Melbourne zaútočia teroristi. David sa ocitá uprostred boja s gnozeami, tajnou náboženskou sektou, ktorej cieľom je zahubiť všetkých spravodlivých, a zničiť tak svet. Situácia sa vyhrotí, keď David na zozname ohrozených nájde meno svojej nevlastnej dcéry.

The narrative delves into the 1909 Cherry Mine disaster, exploring the profound impact it had on the community and the nation. Through meticulous research, Karen Tintori reveals the intertwined stories of victims, survivors, and those affected, highlighting the tragedy's role in shaping America's worker's compensation laws and advancing child labor reform. This compelling account not only recounts a historical event but also sheds light on the resilience of individuals and the societal changes that followed.