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Peter Kingsley's Book of Life is the culmination and completion of an extraordinary body of work. As a historian he has revolutionized our understanding of ancient philosophy and religion; as a mystic, he introduced us to what philosophy and religion are meant to be.Hauntingly...

Set to become the first millennial saint, Blessed Carlo Acutis was a vibrant, faith-filled Italian teenager who loved technology and the Eucharist. This kid-friendly biography is the perfect introduction to Carlo's fascinating and moving story for children ages 8-11, with an engaging narrative, colorful...

The first biography of arguably the most influential gospel artist of the 20th century, brought to life through interviews with his collaborators, friends, and family Gospel singer and seven-time Grammy winner Andra? Crouch (1942-2015) hardly needs introduction. His compositions-"The Blood Will Never Lose Its...

Boston fans are passionate about sports and are proud of their players and teams, all of which have enjoyed tremendous success through the years. In The 50 Greatest Athletes in Boston Sports History, Martin Gitlin ranks the top 50 superstars in the city's rich...

"Please come straight away. I have incurable cancer." I never expected these words to leave my 40-year-old husband's mouth when he rang me from the hospital in February 2024.In the time that followed, grief took over regardless of my desire to endure. The single...

From a magical childhood in Kenya, through misery at an American high school, to rescue by an inspirational teacher in England, Victoria Whitworth weaves a sublimely rich narrative, which is both an ode to her beloved Greece and Corfu, and a highly original exploration...

This book tells the story of modern day pioneering. It chronicles a family's move to rural Ireland in the last decade of the twentieth century, and describes their struggle to begin with nothing and build a home on the side of a valley in...

Elijah Muhammad-Original Man Know Thyself: A Pedagogy for Black Liberation introduces students to the works of Elijah Muhammad, a thought leader who championed the development of Black education and helped to raise the consciousness of Blacks in America between 1934 and 1975. The book...

Author: Norman BurrisISBN-10: 1441513736ISBN-13: 9781441513731Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/18/2009Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d

Author: Angela RolosonISBN-13: 9798992621303Publisher: Angela M. RolosonLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/19/2025Pages: 182Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.42dLarge Print

This sweeping narrative details the history and genealogy of the Westcott family in America spanning 400 years and 14 generations. From immigration to colonization, from armed conflict to industrialization and artistic expression, the enthralling stories embody the spirit and value of cultural icons in...

This sweeping narrative details the history and genealogy of the Westcott family in America spanning 400 years and 14 generations. From immigration to colonization, from armed conflict to industrialization and artistic expression, the enthralling stories embody the spirit and value of cultural icons in...

The amazing true story of US Senator Mazie Hirono will inspire young readers to believe in the American dream.Come journey with 8-year-old Mazie as she leaves her home country of Japan to make a new life in Hawaii. As an immigrant, she faces the...

Author: Aldara Henderson, David HendersonISBN-13: 9798309946679Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/27/2025Pages: 122Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.26d

Author: Rahul Mirchandani, Omkar PatilISBN-10: 1543710336ISBN-13: 9781543710335Publisher: Partridge Publishing IndiaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/03/2025Pages: 130Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d

Relation without Relation promotes an altruistic approach to interfaith dialogue and mission practice in a pluralistic world. Inspired by Levinas, Derrida, and Bhabha, it advocates for intercultural theology as a decolonizing practice, creating a third space for just relations that preserve individual identities while...

Author: Ee HuntISBN-10: 1503556743ISBN-13: 9781503556744Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/22/2015Pages: 212Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.03lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d

This is that story of a man placed by his cleverness, ambition and optimism in the position to observe the human condition through his and other's adventures. Through war and peace Raymond Gatti's story will fill the reader with his childlike honesty, and integrity...

During World War II the Japanese imprisoned more American civilians at Manila's Santo Tomas prison camp than anywhere else, along with British and other nationalities. Placing the camp's story in the wider history of the Pacific war, this book tells how the camp went...

Author: Luella WagnerISBN-10: 1736420941ISBN-13: 9781736420942Publisher: Snow Crocus PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/31/2024Pages: 216Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.53lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.49d

Author: Anthony Jr. PirozziISBN-13: 9798991453806Publisher: Ponte Media GroupLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/03/2025Pages: 334Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.75d

Author: Bobby ShieldsISBN-13: 9798348586799Publisher: Bobby ShieldsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/05/2025Pages: 132Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.91lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d

Author: Lowell BrighamISBN-13: 9798312629378Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2025Pages: 144Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.31d

A Way Forward is written with the same passion and clarity that readers applauded in her debut book, A Way Out. Driven by her convictions and a rebirth of her faith, she discovers a purpose-driven life she never imagined possible. Alexandra's journey is marked...

"Gentleman Jack and Rough Rufus: The Rise of Black American Wrestling" is a biography of two Black professional wrestling pioneers that doubles as a socio-historical account of the development of an identifiable Black pro wrestling style between 1930 and 1960. The unforgettable rises and...

A collection of thought-provoking essays, Infinite Internal Monologue is the second book by Timur Shah. Following on from his highly acclaimed An Ordered Experience, it presents an intricate appraisal of established conventional thinking. Written as a work of self-reflection, while aged just twenty, Timur...

Jack White BiographyBreaking the Silence: Unraveling the Enigma of a Rock Icon Step into the electrifying world of Jack White-a man whose music not only shook the foundations of rock but redefined the very spirit of creativity. Have you ever wondered what fuels a...

In The Big Picture: A Personal History of Independent Television Production in Canada, veteran producer Pat Ferns chronicles the evolution of Canada's independent production industry--from its modest beginnings to its emergence as a multibillion-dollar sector, and its likely decline in an era of media...

**"Billie Eilish: The Untold Story of Music, Fashion, and Self-Expression"** Dive into the fascinating world of Billie Eilish-an artist who defied the odds, broke all the rules, and became one of the most influential voices of her generation. From her humble beginnings in Los...

Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band: The Album That Changed EverythingStep into the world of Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, the groundbreaking album that redefined music and culture. This definitive exploration delves deep into the creation, impact, and lasting legacy of The Beatles'...

The Camino―or The Way―to Santiago is a five-hundred-mile, thirty-three-day walk across Spain's extreme conditions to reach the beloved Cathedral of Santiago. Ron "Willie" Williams walked The Way two and a half times, a total of twelve hundred miles. Why? It is less about what...

Saxophonist and environmentalist Paul Winter has traveled a fascinating path, from a small central Pennsylvania railroad town to touring South America at the invitation of the U.S. State Department and playing at the Kennedy White House. He played in Russia, recorded in the Grand...

This book is the second and final book in the two-part series "Voices From The Past". It picks up where Book I left off, alphabetically visiting the names and faces of those interred on the grounds of the current St Paul's Lutheran Church Cemetery,...

This book contains a brief history of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church of Cole Camp, Missouri, and an extensive collection of the names and faces of those who have been laid to rest on the grounds of the church cemeteries, past and present. This...

Step Inside the Studio with The Beatles: Discover the Story Behind Abbey RoadIn Iconic Albums: The Making of The Beatles' Abbey Road, journey behind the scenes of one of the most influential albums in music history. This in-depth exploration reveals the untold stories, creative...

Back-of-the-Book Summary: Unlock the path to personal empowerment with The Journey to Sexual Submission: Discovering Your Desires. Dive deep into the complex world of BDSM, power dynamics, and slut training, unraveling the intricate layers of submission and dominance, and uncovering the tantalizing benefits of...

Radical Nurses unearths the extraordinary stories of 28 nurses who defied expectations, shattered norms, and redefined what it means to care. From fearless activists on the front lines of social justice to visionary writers who illuminated the profession, from steadfast nuns whose faith shaped...

You will love this book, readers everywhere are loving this book. This book is getting rave reviews globally. You will love this book, readers everywhere are loving this book. This book is getting rave reviews globally. You will love this book, readers everywhere are...

You will love this book, readers everywhere are loving this book. This book is getting rave reviews globally. You will love this book, readers everywhere are loving this book. This book is getting rave reviews globally. You will love this book, readers everywhere are...

Asian Workers Stories stands as a testament to the collaborative work of working-class writers, translators, editors and graphic designers. The book represents a concerted effort to forge a bond among contemporary worker writers within the Asian context, fostering a collective platform that unites their...

The Promise is the real life of a man with much to share with us. Mayo's childhood experiences and life lessons are worth exploring. It is truly encouraging to see Mayo's intriguing life story unfold and to get excited about how his purpose was...

This book contains the text of Charles Stuart Kennedy's interviews with Anne Dammarell about her life, family, and experience in the Foreign Service, including her survival of the first suicide attack on an American embassy. On April 18, 1983 a truck loaded with two...

Robert Gass served as a firefighter in the FDNY for 27 years, witnessing firsthand the challenges, triumphs, and hidden complexities of urban firefighting. His experiences responding to fires and emergencies in New York City shaped his deep respect for the profession and the men...

This story is not about heaven or hell, nor is it an attempt to prove one or the other exists. Nor is it an attempt to prove that there are ghosts, specters, that roam this world. This story centers on a specific set of...

About the BookThis work is a result of several decades of material uncovered through an archival dive during recent Covid-19 mandated home confinement. The opportunity for personal reflections during this period led the author to contemplate his life's journey. In so doing he wonders...

Discover the realm of luxurious style and imperial sophistication by dipping into "Angela Kelly: Fashioning Majesty and Tradition." Explore the fascinating journey of renowned dressmaker Angela Kelly, who created some of the most recognizable royal family ensembles. Angela Kelly's creations have encapsulated the spirit...

About the BookFor Once There Was a Time is a poignant memoir about one man's struggle with addiction and his journey from rock bottom to a hopeful future as a loving husband and father.Growing up in Brooklyn, Danny B. Green was surrounded by temptation...

This classic collection of poems by A.J. Demarest and John Greenleaf Whittier is a must-read for lovers of American literature. From the title poem, which evokes the warmth and comfort of a country home in winter, to the poignant reflections on life and death...

Discover the rich history of Edinburgh's Old Greyfriars Church with this comprehensive guidebook by D. Hay Fleming and William Moir Bryce. From the church's founding in the 16th century to its significant role in Scottish history, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the...

This book offers an insightful analysis of the lives and works of various composers, including Beethoven, Schumann, and Wagner, during the 19th and early 20th century. The author evaluates the historical significance and musical contributions of these composers.This work has been selected by scholars...