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Book Announcement: ‘Bildung’s Roamin’ by Ross Barry Schwartz (paperback) available for purchase on amazon.com

In the vast landscape of literature, certain books transcend traditional genres, inviting readers on a journey that defies categorization. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce you to an exciting new release that seamlessly blends storytelling, poetry, philosophy and art.

Bildung’s Roamin’ – A Novella of Inquiry and Observation, authored by the talented Ross Barry Schwartz, promises to take readers on a thought-provoking adventure unlike any other.

Bildung’s Roamin’ – A Novella of Inquiry and Observation by Ross Barry Schwartz

At its core, Bildung’s Roamin’ is a testament to the power of the author’s creativity and imagination. Throughout this captivating story and collection of poems and illustrations, Ross Barry Schwartz delves into the depths of human experience, exploring themes of existence, identity, and the search for meaning. The tale serves as a mirror, reflecting back to readers the intricacies of their own lives and the world around them.

What sets Bildung’s Roamin’ – A Novella of Inquiry and Observation apart from other literature is its unique fusion of storytelling, poetry and art. Stunning illustrations by the author breathe life into the words on the page. These visuals, crafted during the writer’s creative process, enhance the storytelling experience, inviting the reader to fully immerse themselves in the world created by the author.

The author cleverly titled his work according to a familiar genre called ‘bildungsroman.’

What is a bildungsroman?

A Bildungsroman is a genre of novel that shows a young protagonist’s journey from childhood to adulthood (or immaturity to maturity), with a focus on the trials and misfortunes that affect the character’s growth.

The term comes from the German words Bildung (“education”, alternatively “forming”) and Roman (“novel”).

A bildungsroman is a growing up or “coming of age” of a naive person who goes in search of answers to life’s questions with the expectation that these will result in gaining experience of the world.
Wikipedia

Bildung’s Roamin’: A fusion of storytelling, poetry and art

One of the most compelling aspects of Bildung’s Roamin’ is its ability to spark introspection and dialogue. As readers journey through its pages, they are prompted to explore new perspectives and invites contemplation.

There is something in this novella for everyone. While grounded in philosophical inquiry, the charming story and poetry contained within its pages are accessible to readers ages 10 and older. Prepare to be captivated and inspired by Ross Barry Schwartz’ new book. We’re certain that Bildung’s Roamin’ will leave an indelible mark on readers around the world.

About the Author

“So here’s the little lady that started this big war.”

That’s what Lincoln said when he met Harriet Beecher Stowe.

The power of compelling writing to expand experience, open doors to new worlds and new ways of thinking, or even shared experience, compels me.

In high school when we read “On Walden Pond,” I was inspired to start this book in hopes of grasping even a little of that wisdom and brilliance. After studying Philosophy/ Anthropology (though really most of what I learned was through the Core Curriculum) at Boston University, I taught English in Busan, South Korea for 2.5 years and in Buenos Aires for 10 months, before “settling down” in gay ol’ New York. I’m what you call Openly Unconventional.
Ross Barry Schwartz, Author @openlyunconventional

Book Launch

Bildung’s Roamin’ – A Novella of Inquiry and Observation by Ross Barry Schwartz is available in full color paperback on amazon.com as of May 15th.

The updated eBook version with full color art woven into the work is also available to order on amazon.com.

Help Bildung’s Roamin’ achieve bestseller status on publication day!

Participate in the book release of Bildung’s Roamin’. You won’t want to miss it. Please purchase Bildung’s Roamin’ by Ross Barry Schwartz in paperback on publication day on Amazon.com. You will be glad you did!

Discounts available when ordering multiple copies of the paperback book for your book club, library, philosophy class.

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In Memoriam: Richard C. Richards

We were very sad to learn that our dear friend and author Richard Richards passed away peacefully earlier this month. He had a clever sense of humor and wit that will be missed. It was an honor and a delight to help him publish his books.

Professor Richards had many accomplishments with his latest efforts resulting in two published books ‘A Philosopher Looks at The Sense of Humor‘ and ‘Poems that Almost Got Away: Reflections on Death and Life‘, and many iris hybrid introductions. During his lifetime, Richards was deeply involve in everything iris and contributed regularly in the form of presentations of his latest findings and seedling introductions at regional and local chapters of the American Iris Society, namely The San Diego Iris Society. His award winning irises included tall bearded irises ‘Amethyst Winter’ ‘Marty Richards’ ‘Easy Being Green’ and ‘Classical Brass.’ He also introduced a species cross iris unguicularis ‘Zzyzx.’ His hybridizing program focused on a producing a true green iris. While his program produced many greenish examples, they also came in a variety of other colors, such as the dramatic purple irises he introduced. Due to his exacting standards, every introduction had to be tall and sturdy with many buds. Richards was also an expert on Pacific Coast Native Irises which he also hybridized for fun and introduced ‘Clarice Richards’ in honor of his mother who encouraged his passion for growing and hybridizing plants.’

Richards Tall Bearded Iris ‘Easy Being Green’ – winner of AIS and AIS Region 15 awards including President’s Cup 2012

About Richard C. Richards in his own words

“I meet death occasionally for lunch, but we only talk about trivial things. We’re not really good friends, but we tolerate each other. Many of the poems in ‘Poems That Almost Got Away’ deal with death. That is a respectable topic for a philosopher, a poet, or anyone else who wants to understand this crazy disease called life, and not simply to get through it with as little thought as possible. Death to me is a concern, but not a preoccupation. I meet death occasionally for lunch, but we only talk about trivial things. We’re not really good friends, but we tolerate each other. Sometimes I joke. Sometimes you cannot tell whether I am joking or not. Neither can I…sometimes.

I remember little of my conception and birth. I assume it took place, but I was not in a position to appreciate it. It was all just a whirl of chromosomes and genes. Plus a rude exit into the world at Moscow, Idaho. They tell me it was in 1935. They could be wrong.

I had what was, compared with children today, an idyllic youth, spent in an atmosphere of no TV and other digital devices, mostly because they had not been invented yet. We roamed the fields and woods near Boise, Idaho, fished, and threw rocks at Neanderthals, who were plentiful at the time.

A move to Santa Barbara, California, after the late, great WWII introduced me to the world of thinking, stimulated and occasionally threatened by some really great teachers at both Santa Barbara High School and the University of California, Santa Barbara. At the latter I discovered my true vocation, but became a philosopher instead. UCLA put the cap on my bottle of education, and I spent nearly forty years teaching at California State Polytechnic on a one-year temporary appointment. I got all the mileage out of that appointment I could.

My first marriage produced one son, Randal, who produced nine grandchildren, who produced four great grandchildren so far. A wonderful marriage to Marlene “Marty” Richards added immeasurably to my life.

The philosophy of humor has interested me for years, and with retirement, I decided to write the book, A Philosopher Looks at The Sense of Humor. It has a serious intent and a humorous approach. That way I can offend a larger number of people: both the humorous and the serious.

My funeral occurred several years ago, but it did not take. But I got to put the fun back in FUNeral.” — Richard C. Richards, La Mesa, CA

The Beauty of Authenticity by Anne Marie Foley

A new book by author and public speaker Anne Marie Foley, launches on Amazon.com on May 29, 2019.

Congratulations to HTB’s website client, author and public speaker Anne Marie Foley, who has a book launch occurring on May 29th!

Her story “Inner Authenticity, Outer Beauty” is featured in a collection of stories intended to inspire you to Embrace your truth to live a Life of Meaning, Purpose and Grace.

Find out more about The Beauty of Authenticity. On May 29th, her book can be purchased on Amazon.com.

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