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In the midst of dramatic changes in Western Christianity, internationally respected spiritual leader, peacemaker, and scholar John Philip Newell offers the hope of a fresh stirring of the Spirit among us. He invites us to be part of a new holy birth of sacred living.

As this bestseller predicted, Trump has only grown more erratic and dangerous as the pressures on him mount. This new edition includes new essays bringing the audiobook up to date—because this is still not normal. Originally released in fall 2017, The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump was a...

“Jenkins is one of America’s top religious scholars.” —Forbes magazine The Lost History of Christianity by Philip Jenkins offers a revolutionary view of the history of the Christian church. Subtitled “The Thousand-Year Golden Age of the Church in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia—and...

Five classic novelisations of TV adventures set in Earth’s history. In Doctor Who: The Aztecs the First Doctor, Ian, Barbara and Susan materialise in Mexico during the bloodthirsty Aztec civilisation. In Doctor Who and the Crusaders the First Doctor and his friends are embroiled in the 12th...

Genealogy is a journey of self-discovery that can teach you as much about yourself as about those who came before you. But there's an obstacle that holds many of us back from unearthing our family history: uncertainty about how to go about it. With Dr. Colletta's 15 lectures, you'll learn the same skills and methodologies the experts use to solve genealogical mysteries, to create compelling nonfiction narratives, and to uncover information from the long-forgotten past in the most effective ways possible.

Step into the golden age of imagination with A Vintage Science Fiction Short Stories Collection, a masterfully curated anthology featuring some of the most influential voices in classic science fiction. This timeless volume brings together visionary storytelling from Frank Herbert, Philip K. Dick, Fredric Brown, E. E. Smith, John W. Campbell Jr., Murray Leinster, Robert Sheckley, Stanley G. Weinbaum, and William Tenn—authors who helped shape modern speculative fiction.

In this selection from The Fortune Book Club, two Pace University Business professors show you how to apply economics to business decision-making. Other programs from the Portable M.B.A. series are available in management, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

How do we find God in a senseless world where we are overloaded with information and technology, distraught by the futility of politics and are constantly being controlled by the machines of progress? In a world obsessed with power and control, many are finding the inner peace we all seek by taking a step back instead of "forward" to identify with nature and common sense, back to the Garden of Eden in a sense. God has a far deeper and more personal meaning beyond the increasing complications of world religions and the rapid "progress" that mankind claims to be experiencing.

A quick and easy listen to help you take your understanding of basketball to the next level. Basketball is one of the most popular sports in the world, yet most fans don't know much about the details of the game. Basketball Stats vs Analytics will provide an introduction to the world of analytics and provide insight into the story of the game that goes beyond the box score. Without overcomplicating the issues, Basketball Stats vs Analytics will give you insight into the metrics of the modern game.

War looms over Sanctuary in the fifth Thieves' World anthology compiled by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Phule's Company series. The invasion by the Beysibs, an amphibious humanoid race, brings unusual prosperity to the city of Sanctuary. But underneath the glittering façade lies a ticking time bomb, for the nefarious residents of Sanctuary don't take kindly to an invasion—well-meaning or otherwise.

Join Albert, a dashing French pirate, and his crew as they find themselves shipwrecked on a desolate, rocky island after a fierce storm. There, they encounter a pair of castaways who unveil a remarkable secret—a mysterious tribe of women reminiscent of the Amazons inhabits the island. In a bold move, Albert proposes an alliance that promises mutual benefits, setting the stage for a delightful mix of romance and comedic chaos in a battle of the sexes. This captivating tale draws inspiration from William Shakespeares The Tempest and incorporates elements from real-life travel accounts, ...

Suburban soccer moms and soy latte-sipping men have no clue what these blue-collar men and women have to put up with on a daily basis. From chupacabras chewing the cable lines during the big game to zombie infestations boiling out from beneath that derelict double-wide on the other side of the trailer park, the heroes of It Came From the Trailer Park: Volume Two have their work cut out for them! Hold their beer, Romero and Hitchcock. You ain’t seen nothin’ yet!

Poetry has over the centuries grouped poets or poems into many different themes and movements. Amongst its most unusual movements are the English wordsmiths, The Silver Poets. This select band lived during the sixteenth century reign of Queen Elizabeth 1st. Amongst their storied ranks were Sir Thomas Wyatt, Sir Philip Sidney, Henry Howard, the Earl of Surrey, Sir Walter Raleigh, John Davies, Michael Drayton and Mary Sidney (Herbert), the Countess of Pembroke.

C S. Lewis stands as one of the most influential Christians of the twentieth century. His commitment to the life of the mind and the life of the heart is evident in classics like the Chronicles of Narnia and Mere Christianity―books that illustrate the unbreakable connection between rigorous thought and deep affection. This volume explores the man, his work, and his legacy―reveling in the truth at the heart of Lewis’s spiritual genius: God alone is the answer to our deepest longings and the source of our unending joy.

Hello and welcome to the Chef Tales podcast. A little introduction. I’m a chef and live on the south coast of England. I’ve been working in kitchens since i was twelve years old. I love the trade. I started the podcast just before the first lockdown. These podcasts are stories that have happened in professional kitchens. Some are funny, some are not and some are just plain stupid. I also talk a little about what I’ve been up to, current events and the odd joke thrown in. Oh and on the odd occasion I like to write a few songs lol. Any questions are greatly appreciated.

Phil and John have a drink and talk about stuff. AND we're also on YouTube! Find us there: @TimetoLean

Princess Elaine was produced to help children fall asleep on their own after a few plays. The short story shows children that the dream world is within their reach and that they can continue to play in their own world, even from their beds. Elaine doesn't find sleep easily, but that will change as more friends will be made in the wonderful dream world.

This is a collection of flash fiction stories and experiences revolving around the conventions that we all know and love. If you have ever attended a convention, especially a fandom convention, then you know that anything is possible.

We have entered into an entirely new era, an age of increasingly frequent and intense periods of turbulence in the global economy. Unlike past recessions, today's crises have precipitated a need for businesses to develop a new mindset, one that takes into account intermittent periods of disturbance, allowing them to thrive while under the constant threat of chaos.

In this touching and humorous essay, John Philip Drury recounts coming of age during the Vietnam Era. With a low draft number and an exit from college looming, Drury faces the imminent possibility of fighting in a war that he opposes. In the meantime he tries and abandons a dream to become a songwriter, labors mightily to lose his virginity, and looks to the adult world around him for models of what he most wants to be - an artist.