Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
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When was the last time you truly stopped to wonder?A zebra and a cattle egret meeting in perfect harmony. Two old friends sharing a quiet moment in an Italian village. Polar bears sparring on the frozen tundra. A double rainbow over an island off of the west coast of Ireland. Across continents, cultures, and landscapes, these moments reveal a simple truth: wonder surrounds us. We only need to slow down long enough to notice it.In Sparks of Wonder, physician and photographer Michael S. Lewis, M.D., invites readers on an unforgettable visual journey around the globe through breathtaking photography and deeply personal reflections. More than a collection of photographs, this is a celebration of beauty, humanity, nature, and the connections that unite us all.Each photograph is accompanied by the story behind the image, thoughtful reflections, and timeless quotations that encourage readers to look beyond the image and perhaps beyond their own assumptions. Whether capturing the majesty of wildlife, the dignity of people from diverse cultures, or quiet moments of grace found in everyday life, we are reminded that every photograph has the power to inspire awe, reflection, and gratitude.Perfect for lovers of photography, travel, nature, and mindful living, Sparks of Wonder is a beautiful keepsake that invites readers to pause and reconnect with the world around them.If you’re ready to rediscover the beauty hidden in everyday moments and experience the world with fresh eyes, open the pages of Sparks of Wonder and begin your journey today. 'Sixty pictorial sparks of wonder, gathered by one attentive eye over a lifetime. The world needs this book. I read your introduction twice. Then went back a third time just to sit with it. ’Wonder is the first of all the passions.’ It’s what Abraham Maslow meant by perceiving with the innocent eye, and you’re actually living it. This book is filled with wonder.'Scott Barry Kaufman. Professor of Psychology at Columbia University.'Sparks of Wonder is an astonishingly beautiful and stirring book. You bring empathy and artistry to every page. I especially love the way your photographs work in pairs. You are a true Renaissance man. Kudos!'Jonathan Eig. Author of six books. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize'Michael Lewis has a skilled photographer’s eye, but with a special lens to see deeper than most of us. As a physician, his penetrating insights and vision are both intimate and sacred. his combination has given us the gift of 'Sparks of Wonder.' The images and words transmit to us a jolt of inspiration and offer a deeper understanding of nature and the world.'Bill Kurtis. Anchored CBS Morning News.
