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Monotheism, the route to disharmony, divisions and conflict
by John BrookeDuring the era of the great civilizations of antiquity, the polytheistic religions considered it their sacred duty to maintain justice, order and equilibrium for all that was living: man, the animals and the plants, without which life was not possible.By contrast, with the coming of the monotheistic religions it is the worship and adoration of the unique deity and the faith in the dogmas purported to him that have an importance above all other considerations.As each monotheism believes that it is only their deity who is unique and that it is only he who is the source of all truth, the risk of conflict between those who hold a contrary view is ever present.The multiplicity of gods and the absence of dogmas had assured that religion was not a reason for conflict at the time of the polytheistic civilizations of antiquity.
Monsignor Quixote
by Graham GreeneA brilliant work which is at once a retelling of Cervantes' masterpiece in modern terms and a profound statement about the nature of faith and morality.
Monsoon Islam: Trade And Faith On The Malabar Coast (Cambridge Oceanic Histories)
by Sebastian R. PrangeBetween the twelfth and sixteenth centuries, a distinct form of Islamic thought and practice developed among Muslim trading communities of the Indian Ocean. <P><P>Sebastian R. Prange argues that this 'Monsoon Islam' was shaped by merchants not sultans, forged by commercial imperatives rather than in battle, and defined by the reality of Muslims living within non-Muslim societies. <P>Focusing on India's Malabar Coast, the much-fabled 'land of pepper', Prange provides a case study of how Monsoon Islam developed in response to concrete economic, socio-religious, and political challenges. Because communities of Muslim merchants across the Indian Ocean were part of shared commercial, scholarly, and political networks, developments on the Malabar Coast illustrate a broader, trans-oceanic history of the evolution of Islam across monsoon Asia. This history is told through four spaces that are examined in their physical manifestations as well as symbolic meanings: the Port, the Mosque, the Palace, and the Sea.<P> Introduces the concept of 'monsoon Islam' that helps reveal a distinct trajectory of Indian Ocean history.<P> Provides a richly documented case study of the development of Islam on the Malabar Coast.<P> Tells the story of Islam from the perspective of ordinary Muslim merchants rather than political or religious elites.
Monster Trek: The Obsessive Search for Bigfoot
by Joe GisondiBigfoot sightings have been reported in every state except Hawaii. Interest in this creature, which many believe to be as mythical as a leprechaun, is as strong today as ever, with the wildly popular show Finding Bigfoot persisting on the Animal Planet network and references to bigfoot appearing throughout popular culture. What is it about bigfoot that causes some people to devote a chunk of their lives to finding one?In Monster Trek, Joe Gisondi brings to life the celebrities in bigfoot culture: people such as Matt Moneymaker, Jeff Meldrum, and Cliff Barackman, who explore remote wooded areas of the country for weeks at a time and spend thousands of dollars on infrared imagers, cameras, and high-end camping equipment. Pursuing the answer to why these seekers of bigfoot do what they do, Gisondi brings to the reader their most interesting—and in many cases, harrowing—expeditions.Gisondi travels to eight locations across the country, trekking into swamps, mountains, state parks, and remote woods with people in search of bigfoot as well as fame, fortune, adventure, and shared camaraderie. Many of the people who look for bigfoot, however, go counter to stereotypes and include teachers, engineers, and bankers. Some are private and guarded about their explorations, seeking solitude during a deeply personal quest. While there are those who might arguably be labeled “crazy,” Gisondi discovers that the bigfoot research network is far bigger and more diverse than he ever imagined.
Monster in the Hollows: (Wingfeather Series 3) (Wingfeather series #3)
by Andrew PetersonJanner, Tink, and Leeli Igiby, the Lost Jewels of Anniera, are hiding from Gnag the Nameless in the Green Hollows, one of the few places in the land of Aerwiar not overrun by the Fangs of Dang. But there's a big problem. Janner's little brother - heir to the throne of Anniera - has grown a tail. And grey fur. Not to mention two pointed ears and long, dangerous fangs. To the suspicious folk of the Green Hollows, he looks like a monster. But Janner knows better. His brother isn't as scary as he looks. He's perfectly harmless. Isn't he?
Monster in the Hollows: (Wingfeather Series 3) (Wingfeather series #3)
by Andrew PetersonThings are about to go from bad to wolf in the howlingly entertaining third book of the Wingfeather Saga, narrated by the author.Janner, Tink, and Leeli Igiby, the Lost Jewels of Anniera, are hiding from Gnag the Nameless in the Green Hollows, one of the few places in the land of Aerwiar not overrun by the Fangs of Dang. But there's a big problem. Janner's little brother--heir to the throne of Anniera--has grown a tail. And gray fur. Not to mention two pointed ears and long, dangerous fangs. To the suspicious folk of the Green Hollows, he looks like a monster. But Janner knows better. His brother isn't as scary as he looks. He's perfectly harmless. Isn't he?(P)2021 Penguin Random House Audio
Monster: The Oath, The Visitation, And Monster
by Frank E. PerettiThe suspense is bone-chilling when you realize the monsters are real . . . Miles away from the hectic city, Reed and Rebecca hike into the beautiful Northwester woods. They are surrounded by gorgeous mountains, waterfalls, and hundreds of acres of unspoiled wilderness.During their first night camping, an unearthly wail pierces the calm of the forest. Then something emerges from the dense woods. Everything that follows is a blur to Reed—except the unforgettable image of a huge creature carrying his wife into the darkness.Enter into deep wilderness where the rules of civilization no longer apply. A world where strange shadows lurk. Where creatures long attributed to overactive imaginations and nightmares are the hunters . . . and people are the hunted. New York Times bestsellerFull length, standalone novelIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
Monsters and Creatures: Discover Beasts from Lore and Legends
by Gabiann MarinExperience the exhilaration and danger of emergency trauma, where a few seconds can mean the difference between life and death, but also the raw beauty, vulnerability and remarkable resilience of the human spirit. We expect our ambos to be superhuman, remaining calm, controlling their emotions and thinking and acting clearly, however, the emotional depth of these stories will reveal a whole other side. Sandy is just like you, only she is at the wheel of an ambulance with life and death in her hands every day. Without shying away from the trauma, she shows the reader just how much a life deeply grounded in love can offer. Sandy&’s unique perspective as paramedic with the NSW Ambulance Service will open your mind, awaken your heart and shine a light in some very dark places.
Monsters of Pennsylvania: Mysterious Creatures in the Keystone State
by Patty A WilsonGritty isn&’t the only monster who makes Pennsylvania his home. From Pittsburgh&’s Ogua to the coal country&’s Tommyknockers, mythical beasts stalk the state. Pennsylvania is home to an assortment of odd creatures, and this volume features the best of the bunch. Bigfoot looms large here, trudging the wilds all throughout the state. Other cryptids featured are the gigantic Broad Top Snake, the bizarre Dogman of Westmoreland County, and Bessie, Lake Erie&’s resident monster. Reports of big cats, giant attacking thunderbirds, bloodsucking wolfmen, and mischievous, mine-dwelling Tommyknockers are included.
Monsters of West Virginia: Mysterious Creatures in the Mountain State
by Rosemary Ellen GuileyWild and wonderful West Virginia takes a turn for the weird with these accounts of Mothman, the Grafton Monster, Sheepsquatch, and more. Every state and region has its own stellar cast of supernatural creatures, and West Virginia is no exception. Rosemary Ellen Guiley, the pioneering paranormal investigator, has spent a great deal of time in the Mountain State on the trail of entities, creatures, and all sorts of phenomena. These are her findings, featuring accounts of Mothman, the Grafton Monster, the Wampus Cat, the White Things, and other bizarre creatures, including Bigfoot, lizard people, and out-of-place panthers. &“Featuring tales of Mothman, the Sheepsquatch, and a host of lesser known West Virginia weirdness, Monsters of West Virginia is the perfect book for anyone with even a passing interest in West Virginia cryptozoology . . . a quick read by one of the most knowledgeable researchers of the paranormal in the country.&” —Theresa&’s Haunted History of the Tri-State
Monsters of Wisconsin: Mysterious Creatures in the Badger State
by Linda S GodfreyThe noted cryptozoologist gives readers a rundown of the Wisconsin unknowns—from creatures of the sky to lake dwellers, aliens to lumberjack legends. &“These riveting accounts of monsters in the heart of America are expertly chronicled by Linda S. Godfrey. The numerous detailed eyewitness reports will open your mind to the real possibility of &‘unknowns&’ that may live at the edge of our driveways and backyards.&” —Doug Hajicek, producer/creator of History Channel&’s MonsterQuest Bizarre beasts of the Badger State featured in this volume include: The Beast of Bray Road Sasquatch Rocky of Rock Lake Dragons of Green Bay Werewolves Flying lizard men Out-of-place kangaroos Goat men
Mont-Saint-Michel and Chartres
by Henry Adams Raymond CarneyMont Saint Michel and Chartres is a record not of a literal jouney but of a meditative journey across time and space into the medieval imagination. Using the architecture, sculpture, and stained glass of the two locales as a starting point, Adams breathes life into what others might see merely as monuments of a past civilization. With daring and inventive conceits, Adams looks at the ordinary people, places, and events in the context of the social conventions and systems of thought and belief of the thirteenth century turning the study of history into a kind of theater. As Raymond Carney discusses in his introduction, Adams' freeedom from the European traditions of study lends an exuberance--and puckish wit--to his writings.
Montaillou: The Promised Land of Error
by Emmanuel Le Roy LadurieWith a new introduction by author Le Roy Ladurie, this special edition offers a fascinating history of a fourteenth-century village, Montaillou, in the mountainous region of southern France, almost destroyed by internal feuds and religious heterodoxy. Ladurie's portrait is based on a detailed register of Jacques Fournier, Bishop of Pamiers and future Pope Benedict XII, who conducted rigorous inquisition into heresy within his diocese. Fournier was a consummate inquisitor, an acute psychologist who was able to elicit from the accused the innermost secrets of their thoughts and actions. He was pitiless in the pursuit of error, and meticulous in recording that pursuit. LeRoy Ladurie analyzes the behavior, demography, social mentality, and cosmology of the community of peasants and shepherds, and vividly evokes the daily life of the village and mountain pastures. His portrait of Montaillou is dominated by the personal histories of two men: the cure Pierre Clergue, a brutal and powerful man who placed his enemies in the hands of the inquisitor; and the shepherd Pierre Maury, a friend of the Albigensian perfecti and a fatalist who returned from Spain to disappear in the inquisitor's prison in his own country. Montaillou, which has received even more praise than LeRoy Ladurie's earlier work, provides a portrait of a fascinating place with a dark, intriguing history.
Montana Abduction Rescue (Mountain Country K-9 Unit #5)
by Jodie BaileyKidnappers out for vengeance…Can a K-9 team stop them?Following the death of a crime boss he put behind bars, Ian Carpenter leaves witness protection—and runs right into an ambush. To escape assailants bent on revenge, he turns to his former handler, US marshal Meadow Ames, and her K-9 partner. But the stakes grow higher when Ian&’s cousin is abducted. With threats closing in, can they rescue a kidnapped teen…and stop the criminals for good?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.Mountain Country K-9 Unit Book 1: Baby Protection Mission by Laura ScottBook 2: Her Duty Bound Defender by Sharee StoverBook 3: Chasing Justice by Valerie HansenBook 4: Crime Scene Secrets by Maggie K. BlackBook 5: Montana Abduction Rescue by Jodie BaileyBook 6: Trail of Threats by Jessica R. PatchBook 7: Tracing a Killer by Sharon DunnBook 8: Search and Detect by Terri Reed
Montana Bride by Christmas
by Linda FordWanted: Convenient WifeWhen preacher Hugh Arness advertises for a marriage of convenience, the single father’s not expecting Annie Marshall to apply. She’s too vivacious—and far too pretty. Yet Annie connects with his withdrawn young son, Evan, and he agrees to a trial period—which her grandfather will chaperone—until Christmas. By then he’ll have found a candidate who doesn’t make him long for more than he feels worthy of…Security and her own home…Annie wants both, without the heartache love brings. Soon she’s earning little Evan’s trust, eager to show his papa that their partnership can work. She knows that Hugh needs tenderness, too. And maybe this Christmas could mark the end of their practical arrangement…and the start of a true union and real family.
Montana Chillers: 13 True Tales of Ghosts and Hauntings
by Ellen Baumler Robert RathDo you believe in ghosts?Prepare for thirteen encounters with the supernatural as you shiver through some of Montana's most chilling tales of ghosts and hauntings.All of these stories are true. They are about real people, real places, and real events. Are you prepared to be scared?
Montana Cold Case Conspiracy
by Sharon DunnInvestigating a decade-old robbery turns into a fight for survival. New evidence tied to a ten-year-old robbery sends Lila Christie running to her ex-fiancé, Sheriff Stewart Duncan, for support—and right into a gunman&’s crosshairs. Reopening the case that left his father dead and hers missing is the last thing Stewart wants, especially now that Lila&’s a target. But could uncovering old mysteries give them a second chance…or make them victims in their own investigation?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
Montana Cowboy
by Jillian HartMeeting a cowboy in an online book group feels like a fantasy to Honor Crosby. Six months later, after one less-than-perfect meeting, the rich city girl arrives at Luke McKaslin's Montana ranch, anxious to see if their chemistry works offline. Even as Honor falls for Luke, a broken engagement has her wary of trusting any man. Faced with clashing expectations, Honor struggles to believe that love is still the greatest treasure. And that she and Luke have a fairy-tale ending in their future after all.
Montana Cowboy Daddy
by Linda FordThe Rancher's Ready-Made Family With a little girl to raise, widowed single father Dawson Marshall could sure use some help-he just didn't expect it to come from city girl Isabelle Redfield. Dawson has encountered city women before. He even married one. What if his little girl grows attached to Isabelle and the woman tires of ranch life just like his late wife did? For heiress Isabelle, the fledgling Western town of Bella Creek, Montana, offers something more meaningful than her wealth: a chance to forge a useful life. But if she wants the townsfolk to value her for more than her money, she has to keep her identity hidden. A difficult feat, especially when it comes to the cynical cowboy whose sweet daughter she cares for after school. But will hiding the truth ruin her chance of earning Dawson's love?
Montana Cowboy Family
by Linda FordTemporary Family After discovering one of her young students has been abandoned along with his sisters, schoolteacher Sadie Young whisks them away to the safest place she knows-her own home. And when handsome cowboy Logan Marshal vows to assist her in caring for the children, she isn't sure she wants his help...but she needs it. If she lets Logan get too close, though, he may discover the secret she's convinced will be her ruin. Logan Marshall isn't looking for a family. But with the parentless children and their unflappable teacher tugging at his heart, it appears he has one-at least temporarily. The kids would like nothing better than to have a real mother and father, and with Logan slowly falling for Sadie, their deepest wishes just might come true...
Montana Cowboy's Baby
by Linda FordStand-in Daddy Conner Marshall knows the baby on the doorstep isn't his-despite what the note says-but little Ellie needs a protector...and urgent medical care. Turning to the doctor's daughter and capable assistant, Kate Baker, for help, he keeps the truth to himself. Why should he care if Kate believes the worst of him? The wary rancher can't afford feelings for a woman who'll soon be moving east for medical school. A promise to her dying grandmother decided Kate's future. She'll become a doctor and forgo a family of her own. Now, tending to Ellie at the Marshall ranch, she sees just what she's sacrificing, especially when Ellie's mother returns. But the littlest matchmakers can sometimes make the biggest dreams come true...
Montana Dreams
by Jillian HartBumping into her ex-fiancé shatters Millie Wilson all over again. Now that she's back in Montana to care for her dying father, her real burden is the secret she's never divulged to Hunter McKaslin.Millie can't blame Hunter for his anger upon learning he's a father. He's never gotten over opening his heart, only to have it broken. Yet Millie senses a new goodness in Hunter. Finding their lost dreams now seems possible-if forgiveness and trust can find a place in this fresh start.
Montana Groom of Convenience
by Linda FordTheir Marriage BargainCarly Morrison’s father issued an ultimatum: get married or lose her ranch. But while she can rope and ride as well as any man, leading one to the altar is another matter—until newcomer Sawyer Gallagher suggests a marriage of convenience. Their arrangement might be a sensible solution to her predicament, but Carly’s growing feelings are a genuine complication.Desperate to provide a home for his orphaned sister, Sawyer takes a chance on lassoing himself to headstrong cowgirl Carly. He’s convinced he’s too hardened by life to love anyone…until their union is threatened. Is it too late to turn this practical partnership into a real Big Sky family?
Montana Hearts
by Charlotte CarterSarah Barkley has come to Sweet Grass Valley, Montana, with a mission in mind. Ever since her heart transplant, she's wanted to secretly help the family of the woman whose heart saved her life. And with two motherless children and a sprawling ranch to care for, Kurt Ryder could sure use some support. Falling for the rugged rancher is an unexpected complication. Does Kurt want Sarah for herself-or for her connection to the past? Her heart brought her to Sweet Grass Valley, but only love-and a leap of faith-will make it her home.
Montana Hidden Deception
by Amity SteffenA murderer lies in wait… A witness in their sights. Nurse Nina Montgomery finds herself evading gunfire in the woods of Montana after unknowingly stumbling upon a man burying evidence of his crimes. When slashed tires and an explosion make it clear that the criminal knows Nina&’s identity, Detective Mateo Bianchi races to search for a deadly assailant who will stop at nothing to silence Nina and keep the truth hidden. Can they brave the wilderness and unmask a hidden killer, or will they find themselves the next victims?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.