“El señor Ibrahim y las flores del Corán”. Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt

Reseña 

En un humilde barrio de la ciudad de París, durante los años sesenta, un joven judío de 13 años, pícaro y muy avanzado sexualmente para su edad, establece una tierna y profunda relación de amistad con un anciano estudioso del Corán, quien posee una sencilla tienda de comestibles. La relación empieza con los hurtos, pequeños pero cotidianos, del niño al tendero, quien es totalmente consciente de que el muchacho le roba víveres habitualmente.

Tras quedar huérfano el joven, la relación “comercial” de ambos cambiará para siempre y también sus vidas, a partir de las enseñanzas escritas en el Corán, que compartirán cotidianamente, un inesperado viaje y la fraternal relación que acaba teniendo lugar entre ambos.

Sobre el autor, Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt:

Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt (1960) es un autor de teatro belga (francófono), de reconocido prestigio en Francia y en el extranjero, cuyas obras pueden encontrarse en  más de 30 países. Este breve relato, que ha sido llevado al cine, es el segundo de la Trilogía de lo Invisible. 

Para más información sobre el autor, haz clic aquí.

“El invierno del comisario Ricciardi”. Mauricio de Giovanni

Breve reseña.

Luigi A. Ricciardi, último barón de Malomonte, es un hombre solitario y complejo que posee un don algo extraño y sobre todo poco común. Ricciardi puede sentir la emoción, capta el dolor, la sorpresa, la rabia, la melancolía e incluso el amor de quienes han muerto de forma violenta…
Esta es la primera de una intrigante serie estrechamente vinculada a las estaciones.

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“El señor Ibrahim y las flores del Corán” de Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt. 

 

Una historia sobre la exquisita relación que se crea entre un niño de 13 años, abandonado por sus padres, y un anciano tendero estudioso del Corán a quien el joven roba… 

¡No te la pierdas!

Urban gardens are experiencing a growing interest among both young and elder people

The relatively new phenomenon of the urban garden is increasing people’s interest in city surroundings. The pleasure of accessing fresh food and the possibility of being able to take it directly to the table is revolutionizing the habits of young and old.

The urban garden involves a relatively economical investment, not to forget that in the long term it will save a few pounds in the shopping basket, a rise of quality and a better taste of the food.

A small orchard is only possible by having a rather sunny terrace and a raised container of small size with cultivatable earth. Five or six hours of light would be enough to make the vegetables grow. It is also advisable that the container has a southerly orientation to let the vegetables enlarge properly.

One of the easiest things to grow is lettuce. They are harvested the whole year and they have a short growth cycle. Lettuce has little nutritional value, but high water content. It is also rich in antioxidants such as vitamins A, C, E, B1, B2, B3, B9 and K. Furthermore, it also contains several minerals like phosphorus, iron, calcium, potassium and amino acids. The external green leaves are those with most iron and vitamin C.

How the urban garden must be watered

A proper watering of the urban orchard is also important because a lack or an excess of water might lead to pests and illnesses. A tap nearby is always recommended, especially in summer when it is advisable to water the urban garden every day. The best indicator that one is watering well is the humidity of the ground and the way the growing vegetables look. 

The lemon, an excellent disinfectant for insect bites and sore throats

Lemon juice not only fights against thirst but it is also an excellent disinfectant for insect bites or sore throats. It is an easy and inexpensive remedy to get over a skin inflammation, a sore throat or even a loss of voice.

The disinfectant properties of this citrus fruit can help us to reduce the swelling mark caused by a mosquito or even a jellyfish by only cutting a slice and applying it to the affected area. If you don’t have a lemon at hand you can also apply a piece of onion or half a garlic, remedies that will be less aromatic but just as effective as a lemon. Essential oils such as lavender, lemon and eucalyptus can help to reduce irritation too.

In reference to mosquito bites, we can even prevent them with the appropriate natural homemade repellent. A great one can be half a slice of lemon stuck with cloves. Alternatively, if you have run out of lemons, you can always use other remedies such as garlic, parsley or thyme. Leave the remedy close to your bedroom and it will act as an excellent natural repellent for mosquitoes.

Lemon juice also has medicinal use in the kitchen, therefore it is highly recommended to 
those suffering from gastritis or slow digestion. Furthermore, it can work as a succulent 
substitute for vinegar!

Lemon as a beauty remedy

Lemons can add Vitamin C to our hair, which can be used to highlight its natural shine, not to forget that it is an effective remedy to get rid of dandruff too, because lemon juice can exfoliate the scales that are associated with it.

WHAT IS MAGNET THERAPY AND HOW DOES IT AFFECT THE HUMAN BODY?

How do the static magnetic fields most commonly known as magneto therapy work in our bodies?

It has been known, since many centuries ago, that magnet fields have so many beneficial properties for the human body. In fact, gradually, and even though there is much scepticism about this topic, this alternative practice (commonly know as magneto therapy) seems to be catching on. Therefore, the number of patients feeling better thanks to it can’t stop increasing.

Did the ancients also believe in the healing power of magnets?

It is alleged that Aristotle used magnetic rocks to be healed. On the other hand, it seems that historical characters such as the last queen of ancient Egypt, Cleopatra, used to wear a magnet to maintain her youth and beauty.

What is our magnetic field like and what would happen in its absence?

Our magnetic field itself experiences important variations. It has an intensity of 0.5 Gauss. This field is very effective, for instance, against sun radiation. It seems that human beings are used to its natural magnetic field and that this absence seriously damages their bodies and causes them serious disorders. Therefore, this magnet therapy is also famous because it helped astronauts to regenerate and stimulate their body tissues, especially related to metabolism calcium alterations and accelerated aging.

But, what is magnet therapy really? Does it have negative consequences for the human body?

Magnetic therapy, magnotherapy or magnet therapy is an alternative medicine practice which involves the use of these static magnetic fields. It is applied to a trauma or dysfunction.

The therapy works by controlling the frequency and intensity while the magnets improve our blood flow. Among other several benefits, magnet therapy has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also very effective for treating different kinds of chronic pain, arthritis, osteoporosis, restoration of tissues and injuries such as edema osseous.

Magnet therapy has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, among other benefits. It is also very effective for treating different kinds of chronic pain, arthritis, osteoporosis, restoration of tissues and injuries such as edema osseous.

Magnet therapy is not advised in cases where someone wears a pacemaker and it is recommended to consult ones doctor in the case of pregnancy.

The process itself is very simple. The patient just needs to place the injured part of his body inside a “magneto therapy device” which is connected to electricity.

How long and how frequently should someone be exposed to magnet therapy has to be specified by the specialist, depending on each patient’s injury. Nowadays it is even possible to carry a portable one and use it the whole night. It is so useful, because you can be healing your injuries while sleeping. It is rather easy, practical and the most important thing: it doesn’t hurt!

For further information link to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnet_therapy