Bibliography: #BIB28786

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reference type	Book
title	With Oars and Compass : A Purposeful Journey into Life, Love and Happiness
author	Javaheri, Hamed
year	2019
publisher	Hamed Javaheri
place published	[Place not stated]
ISBN	9781797713670
abstract	Jane Luwi Flynn is a young and multicultural woman, living in a big city, determined to conquer the world. Recent events have left her disenchanted, uncertain about the direction life is taking, and disillusioned by what she sees around her. A whirlwind of questions, an inspiring article, and an impulsive post on social media set her on a quest for purpose. Along with a few friends, she begins exploring a set of principles that hold promise. The further she goes the stronger and happier she feels, as her thoughts and actions align. All the while, Jane is drawing closer to Xavier. But an unspoken past may stand between them. As if that were not enough, she keeps having recurring dreams of her departed grandfather, encouraging her to find his friend. She remains frustrated by it, unaware of whom or where this friend may be. Will this quest lead Jane to the answers she seeks? Will she find her grandfather’s friend? Will she be able to overcome the misunderstandings with Xavier? Join her on a deeply personal and inspiring journey, where life, love, faith and happiness are tested, as she redefines the concept of purpose in an incredibly satisfying and empowering way. This is a novel which takes life principles, including principles of the Baha'i Faith, and portrays them in conversations between characters in a story. Through the characters' experiences, the reader gains inspiration from an example of youth and their involvement facilitating a junior youth group. The youth show how meaningful relationships can be formed in the community building process. Just as the title suggests, the reader comes away with a renewed sense of purpose in life, love, and happiness.
language	English
keywords	FICTION; JUNIOR YOUTH GROUPS
number of pages	271

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