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Goddesses: A World of Myth and Magic
by Burleigh MutenFor many thousands of years, stories of goddesses have inspired women and girls from all over the world. Now, the strength and power of these divine women has been collected into one breathtaking volume, featuring fascinating descriptions by goddess expert Burleigh Muten of over one hundred of the world's most celebrated goddesses. With stunning classical artwork by Rebecca Guay, the entries and images in Goddesses come together to form a powerful mirror that illuminates the most radiant and complex aspects of womankind, helping to redefine what it is to be feminine. A perfect gift for mothers, daughters, best friends, and for anyone looking for personal empowerment in book volume will open girls and women to their true potential and help release the goddess energy that is latent in every one of them.
Godel's Proof
by Ernest Nagel James R. Newman'Nagel and Newman accomplish the wondrous task of clarifying the argumentative outline of Kurt Godel's celebrated logic bomb.' – The Guardian In 1931 the mathematical logician Kurt Godel published a revolutionary paper that challenged certain basic assumptions underpinning mathematics and logic. A colleague of physicist Albert Einstein, his theorem proved that mathematics was partly based on propositions not provable within the mathematical system. The importance of Godel's Proof rests upon its radical implications and has echoed throughout many fields, from maths to science to philosophy, computer design, artificial intelligence, even religion and psychology. While others such as Douglas Hofstadter and Roger Penrose have published bestsellers based on Godel’s theorem, this is the first book to present a readable explanation to both scholars and non-specialists alike. A gripping combination of science and accessibility, Godel’s Proof by Nagel and Newman is for both mathematicians and the idly curious, offering those with a taste for logic and philosophy the chance to satisfy their intellectual curiosity. Kurt Godel (1906 – 1978) Born in Brunn, he was a colleague of physicist Albert Einstein and professor at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, N.J.
Godly Zeal and Furious Rage: The Witch in Early Modern Europe (Routledge Library Editions: Witchcraft)
by Geoffrey Robert QuaifeThough it is clearly an exceptionally important part of popular culture, witchcraft has generated a variety of often contradictory interpretations, starting from widely differing premises about the nature of witchcraft, its social role and the importance of higher theology as well as more popular beliefs. This work offers a conspectus of historical work on witchcraft in Europe, and shows how many trends converged to form the figure of the witch, and varied from one part of Europe to another.
Gods and Heroes: Mythology Around the World
by Korwin BriggsMeet the Original Superheroes. Before there was Batman, Wonder Woman, or Black Panther...there was Indra, Hindu king of gods, who battled a fearsome snake to save the world from drought. Athena, the powerful Greek goddess of wisdom who could decide the fate of battles before they even began. Okuninushi, the Japanese hero who defeated eighty brothers to become king and then traded it all for a chance at immortality. Featuring more than 70 characters from 23 cultures around the world, this A-to-Z encyclopedia of mythology is a who's who of powerful gods and goddesses, warriors and kings, enchanted creatures and earthshaking giants whose stories have been passed down since the beginning of time—and are now given fresh life for a new generation of young readers. Plus, You'll Learn All About:Dragons: The Hydra, St. George's Dragon, and the Australian Rainbow SnakeGiants: Grendel, Balor of the Evuil Eye, Polyphemus, and the Purusha with the thousand headsMonsters: Manticore, Sphinx, Minotaur, Thunderbird, and Echidne, mother of the Nemean lion that nearly killed HeraclesUnderworlds: Travel to Hades, Valhalla, and the Elysian Fields
God's Gift for the Graduate NKJV
by Jack CountrymanLove. Protection. Direction. God loves to give abundant gifts! During the time surrounding graduation, a season of new beginnings, seek God's face and receive His gifts through the powerful devotions and Bible verses in this inspiring book from Jack Countryman.God's Gift for the Graduate includes 60 inspirational devotions, along with Scripture and prayers, to remind you that God is eager to bless and guide you in this new season of life.This book will keep you rooted in these comforting truths from God's Word:God has an incredible, eternal purpose for youGod's wisdom can guide you as you make decisions about the futureRelying on God every day brings confidence and peaceYou can live your best, world-changing life in the center of God's willGod offers gifts of joy, friendship, hope, and so much more This striking book is a perfect gift for:College, trade school, nursing, seminary, and high school graduatesAdults who returned to school for a secondary degreeTeens, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends Starting a new chapter in life can feel both intimidating and exciting—but you don't have to do it alone. God is with you through every opportunity and challenge, ready each step of the way to give you His good and perfect gifts.
Gods on Earth: The Management of Religious Experience and Identity in a North Indian Pilgrimage Centre (LSE Monographs on Social Anthropology #59)
by Peter van der VeerThis book is the result of the long interest in Hindu pilgrimage which was encouraged during his study of Sanskrit and Hinduism It provided a detailed historical anthropology of Ayodhya, which argues that religious values can reflect political and economic processes. This is Volume 59 of the London School of Economics Monographs on Social Anthropology.
God's Power in Me: 52 Declarations and Devotions for Kids
by Margaret FeinbergGod&’s Power in Me is an interactive 52-day devotional that encourages young readers 8-12 to break free from negative thinking and focus on the positive truths of who God made them to be. Through daily devotions paired with a 90-second affirmation kids can say aloud every day, readers will grow closer to God and learn to challenge the personal doubts that might be holding them back.I&’m not good enough. I don&’t deserve to be their friend. And things will never change. Kids tell themselves things like this every day, and popular Bible teacher and speaker Margaret Feinberg wants to help them defeat those self-doubts and stop believing the lies—because God only tells us the truth about ourselves, and that truth is we are all meant to have a joyous and powerful life.Throughout the devotions in God&’s Power in Me, kids will discover:Quick daily affirmations they can hold on to, biblical teachings, and practical applications for their own livesInspiration to banish any negative thoughts and ideas they may haveEncouragement to stand in their own truths while also growing closer to God in the processGod&’s Power in Me:Has an engaging two-color interiorIs perfect for anyone ages 8-12 going through their pre-teen years, and can be used by girls and boysProvides kids with the tools to actively attack automatic negative thoughts every day while also encouraging spiritual developmentCan be used over and over as a daily devotionalIs a great gift for Confirmation, Easter, birthdays, or to offer encouragement
God's Road Map for Grads
by David Bordon Tom WintersGraduates stand at a happy but potentially dangerous crossroads: they leave their teen years behind and begin to form their futures. Countless voices advise them on what values to embrace, what lifestyles to emulate, what roads to travel. Its all too easy to choose the slippery slope of compromise. The Gods Road Map series provides readers with biblical direction and ready encouragement for whatever challenges they face. GODS ROAD MAP FOR GRADS is full of time-tested truths that will spark godly journeys into life, making readers confident and excited about what lies ahead.
God's Word Made Plain
by Mrs. Paul FriederichsenAn illustrated birds-eye view of major Bible teachings, with questions for study and discussion following each chapter.
God's Word Made Plain
by Mrs. Paul FriederichsenAn illustrated birds-eye view of major Bible teachings, with questions for study and discussion following each chapter.
Godsfield Companion: The guide to poses, practices and more
by Lucy LucasA comprehensive guide to yoga, its history, philosophy and how to incorporate the practice into your everyday life.Expert yoga practitioner Lucy Lucas offers fresh insight into the history, philosophy and science of yoga, helping you to truly understand its ancient wisdom.Includes more than 50 step-by-step sequences.CONTENTSChapter 1: What is Yoga?Including The history of yoga and Yoga philosophyChapter 2: How Yoga WorksIncluding How we move and why it matters, How yoga impacts upon the brain and A guide to posesChapter 3: How to Live Your YogaIncluding A practice for hip strength and mobility, A gentle flow for boundaries and Letting in more of the good
Godsfield Companion: The guide to poses, practices and more
by Lucy LucasA comprehensive guide to yoga, its history, philosophy and how to incorporate the practice into your everyday life.Expert yoga practitioner Lucy Lucas offers fresh insight into the history, philosophy and science of yoga, helping you to truly understand its ancient wisdom.Includes more than 50 step-by-step sequences.CONTENTSChapter 1: What is Yoga?Including The history of yoga and Yoga philosophyChapter 2: How Yoga WorksIncluding How we move and why it matters, How yoga impacts upon the brain and A guide to posesChapter 3: How to Live Your YogaIncluding A practice for hip strength and mobility, A gentle flow for boundaries and Letting in more of the good
Going Green
by Sally Kneidel Sadie KneidelGoing Green focuses on the biggest environmental culprits of the American lifestyle--diet, housing, clothing, and transportation--and provides practical, effective steps we can take to reduce our carbon footprint and live more sustainably. Comprehensive and empowering, it will make you think twice about every dollar you spend.
Going IT Alone: The Handbook for Freelance and Contract Software Developers
by Leon BrownA detailed guide to self-employment for software and web developers--from identifying your target market, through to managing your time, finances, and client behavior About This Book * Discover how to make money with software development skills. * Learn how to develop a marketing and sales strategy and develop profitable pricing strategies for your software services and products * Gain insights through real case studies and insights provided from industry experts Who This Book Is For Going the self employed route in software development offers many opportunities to develop awareness and skills to enhance your career. Whether you are a student currently studying software development or a veteran software developer already in the industry, Going IT Alone provides you with insights you need to avoid the pitfalls of self employment and to succeed with software projects that are profitable and sustainable. What You Will Learn * Identify and understand your target market. * Propose the value of what your service or product offers. * Build a business model that identifies key entities required to make your software business work. * Develop marketing a marketing strategy that targets the right customer segments and produces the sales you need to be profitable. * Analyze information to make better decisions and understand your business performance. * Understand people through observation and use this to your advantage in project management and negotiation. * Improve accuracy of estimates for time and costs of your software projects. * Understand the relationship between code and the business strategy. * Identify software features from a business perspective, allowing you to prioritise must have features from those that are less important to your profitability. * Avoid the trap of increasing software development time and costs from features that provide no benefit or sales increase. In Detail No matter whether you are a student or an industry veteran, self employment adds a new dimension of opportunities to "learn and earn", whether it be on a full-time or part-time basis. Develop the business acumen and understanding of the link between software patterns and business strategy that you need to become a successful and profitable independent software developer. Discover how to apply your software development skills to entrepreneurship. Decide whether you just want to earn or aspire to build the next Facebook. Supported by real world case studies and input from industry experts, the book looks at the business topics you need to understand to become an independent software developer. From the initial steps of identifying how you can make a profit with your software development skills, through to making your first sale and managing your projects, you will learn how to manage each of the major steps involved in becoming a self employed software developer - whether you decide to go freelance, take up contracting or develop your own product. Written specifically for software and web developers, the book identifies how business issues have a direct impact on code patterns used in software projects. Learn how to build your code to support your business model and with safety features to protect against potential threats that may emerge from the changing business environment. Style and approach This book is a detailed guide to self employment for software and web developers , covering major topics from identifying your target market and business model, through to managing your time, finances and client behavior.
Going Pro: How to Make the Leap from Aspiring to Professional Photographer
by Skip Cohen Scott BourneYou've got the gear, the training, and the technology. You're ready to make the leap from aspiring to professional photographer. Now what? With today's affordable, high-quality cameras, Internet technology, and training, any weekend warrior can hang a shingle and open a photography business. But what then? While anyone can buy a professional quality camera, few have the skills to turn their dreams into a profitable business.Going Pro is the essential guide to leaping successfully into any genre of professional photography. Industry powerhouses Scott Bourne and Skip Cohen share invaluable advice on defining your niche, putting together a portfolio, pricing and showing your work, marketing, positioning your brand, and, most important, building an online social media platform from the ground up. Throughout, advice and tips are offered from 25 of the biggest names in the industry, including Chase Jarvis, Vincent Laforet, Matthew Jordan Smith, Jeremy Cowart, Jules Bianchi, Bambi Cantrell, Tony Corbell, Kevin Kubota, Jerry Ghionis, and more.Hundreds of thousands of photographers are already tuning in to the Going Pro podcast and blog (goingpro2011.com). Going Pro, the book, now joins the movement, giving amateurs everywhere the confidence and tools they need to make the leap into professional photography.
Going Public: A Guide for Social Scientists (Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing)
by Arlene Stein Corey Fields Jessie DanielsAt a time when policy discussions are dominated by “I feel” instead of “I know,” it is more important than ever for social scientists to make themselves heard. When those who possess in-depth training and expertise are excluded from public debates about pressing social issues—such as climate change, the prison system, or healthcare—vested interests can sway public opinion in uninformed ways. Yet few graduate students, researchers, or faculty know how to do this kind of work—or feel empowered to do it. While there has been an increasing call for social scientists to engage more broadly with the public, concrete advice for starting the conversation has been in short supply. Arlene Stein and Jessie Daniels seek to change this with Going Public, the first guide that truly explains how to be a public scholar. They offer guidance on writing beyond the academy, including how to get started with op-eds and articles and later how to write books that appeal to general audiences. They then turn to the digital realm with strategies for successfully building an online presence, cultivating an audience, and navigating the unique challenges of digital world. They also address some of the challenges facing those who go public, including the pervasive view that anything less than scholarly writing isn’t serious and the stigma that one’s work might be dubbed “journalistic.” Going Public shows that by connecting with experts, policymakers, journalists, and laypeople, social scientists can actually make their own work stronger. And by learning to effectively add their voices to the conversation, researchers can help make sure that their knowledge is truly heard above the digital din.
Going Veggie: The Simple 30-Day Guide to Becoming a Healthy Vegetarian
by Trudy SlaboszDISCOVER THE EASY AND SATISFYING WAY TO ACHIEVE A HEALTHFUL, MEAT-FREE, CRUELTY-FREE LIFE IN JUST 30 DAYS!Becoming a vegetarian is not about giving up meat, it's about adopting a healthy, cruelty-free lifestyle that will inspire and satisfy you. With Going Veggie, your transition is guaranteed to be easy and painless thanks to the book's step-by-step plan, including: 30-day program to wean you off a meat diet Recipes for delicious, nutrient-packed meals Tricks for acquiring essential proteins using plant-based options Advice on navigating tough spots, cravings and backsliding Tips on how to deal with group dinners and ordering at restaurantsGoing Veggie puts the fun, adventure and motivation into your path to vegetarianism.tric are all in the book.Written by Trudy Slabosz, a popular blogger and longtime vegetarian, Go Veggie! will inspire readers and shows that going veg is going to be great!
Gold Medal Physics: The Science of Sports
by John Eric GoffNothing is quite as thrilling as watching superior athletes do the seemingly impossible. From Doug Flutie's "Hail Mary" pass to Lance Armstrong's record-breaking climb of Alp d'Huez to David Beckham's astounding ability to bend a soccer kick, we marvel and wonder, "How did they do that?" Well, physics professor John Eric Goff has the answers.This tour of the wide world of sports uses some of the most exhilarating feats in recent athletic history to make basic physics concepts accessible and fun. Goff discusses the science behind American football, soccer, cycling, skating, diving, long jumping, and a host of other competitive sports. Using elite athletes such as Greg Louganis and Bob Beamon as starting points, he explains in clear, lively language the basic physical properties involved in amazing and everyday athletic endeavors. Accompanied by illustrations and mathematical equations, each chapter builds on knowledge imparted in earlier portions of the book to provide a firm understanding of the concepts involved.Fun, witty, and imbued throughout with admiration for the simple beauty of physics, Gold Medal Physics is sure to inspire readers to think differently about the next sporting event they watch.
Gold Run: The Rescue of Norway's Gold Bullion from the Nazis, 1940
by Robert PearsonGold Run is the true story of arguably one of the greatest gold snatches in history. It is a tale of immense bravery, endurance and great leadership of loyal Norwegians, plus a little good fortune and help from the British against intrigue and overwhelming odds. The German invasion of Norway on the night of April 8th/9th 1940 almost took Norway completely unawares; had it not been for the defiance of one small coastal battery, the Norwegian Royal Family, Government, and nearly 50 tons of Gold bullion would have had no chance to escape. In desperate haste the Royal Family fled Oslo by rail, dodging bombs and strafing, eventually reaching the port of Molde which was subsequently devastated by fire bombing. The gold with extraordinary ingenuity was moved by road, rail and fishing boat, hotly pursued by the Germans. Its weight and the need for total secrecy created unique transportation problems. After several instances of near disaster, the Norwegians managed to get the gold to the coast where the Royal Navy came to the rescue. Such was the difficulty of extricating the bullion, it was not possible to load it in one cargo, and it was taken off in three Royal Navy Cruisers, HMS Enterprise, Galatea and Glasgow, from different locations. The ships were attacked in port, then constantly harassed and bombed by the Luftwaffe as they made their way back to the UK. The loss of the bullion was a blow to the Germans. They had gained a country, but lost a King, a government and huge amount of bullion that would have financed their war machine. That loss is directly attributed to a visionary bank chief, a Colonel, a hastily assembled body of Norwegians and the ships and men of the Royal Navy, ever resourceful, brave and loyal to their respective countries. This is their story. Robert Pearson is a high school teacher and writer, who researches Norway in the Second World War. He is particularly passionate about the roles that the Norwegians and British played during the War, Naval Intelligence and the Special Operations Executive – better known as SOE.
The Golden Age of Boxing on Radio and Television: A Blow-by-Blow History from 1921 to 1964
by Frederick V. RomanoRadio and television broadcasting were as important to the growth and popularity of boxing as it was to the reshaping of our very culture. In The Golden Age of Boxing on Radio and Television, Frederick V. Romano explores the many roles that each medium played in both the development and the depiction of the sport. Principal among the topics covered are the ever-changing role of technology during the four-decade-plus period, how it impacted the manner in which the sport was presented to its public audience, the exponential growth of those audiences, and the influence radio and television had on the financial aspects of the sport, including the selective use of radio and television and the financial boom that the mediums created.The Golden Age of Boxing on Radio and Television also assays radio and boxing during World War II, the role of organized crime, and the monopolistic practices during the television era. Romano also presents a detailed account of announcers such as Don Dunphy and Ted Husing who brought the action to the listeners and viewers, the many appearances that boxers including Jack Dempsey, Joe Louis, and Rocky Marciano made on radio and television when they were not in the ring, and the mediums’ portrayal of the sport in an array of programming from drama to comedy. This is a must-have for all serious boxing fans.
The Golden Bridge: Young Immigrants to Canada, 1833-1939
by Marjorie Kohli J.A. David Lorente"To thousands of young people, emigration has been the golden bridge by which they have passed from an apparently hopeless childhood to lives of useful service and assured comfort, in this new land." - Mr. G. Bogue Smart, Inspector of British Immigrant Children and Receiving Homes, 1915 Many thousands of Canadians are descended from young immigrants transported to Canada from 1833 to 1939. Author Marjorie Kohli has meticulously documented the incredible story of the removal of thousands of "waifs and strays" and young men and women, primarily from the UK and Ireland. They braved the perilous voyage to an unknown future in Canada, ultimately being placed throughout the Maritimes, Ontario, Quebec and westward as far as British Columbia. The most comprehensive resource of its kind, The Golden Bridge promises to be an indispensable tool for family researchers with a "home child" ancestor, and of interest to those unfamiliar with this aspect of Canadian history. This extensively researched book incorporates background detail on agencies and key organizers such as Maria Rye, Annie Macpherson, Thomas Barnardo and William Quarrier, along with lesser knowns including Ellinor Close and Charles Young. Marjorie Kohli is well known for her years of active involvement with juvenile and child migration issues. Supported by charts, passenger lists and archival visuals, The Golden Bridge is a must-read for genealogists and history buffs alike.
The Golden Builders: Alchemists, Rosicrucians, and the First Freemasons
by Tobias ChurtonIn a breathtaking span of detailed research, Tobias Churton reveals, without resorting to mythology or pseudo-history, the most up-to-date knowledge on the development of Gnostic alchemy, the true origins of pre-Grand Lodge Freemasonry, and the mysterious Fraternity of the Rosy Cross (the Rosicrucians). Following the Hermetic spiritual and philosophical stream through 1,600 years of esoteric history, Churton introduces readers to great men of magic and wisdom--spiritual heroes and masters like Paracelsus, Caspar Schwenckfeld, Johann Valentin Andrae, and Elias Ashmole. The Golden Builders is an essential addition to any serious seekers' library. The Golden Builders is divided into three parts:Part 1 presents a broad survey of the Hermetic current and its transmissions from Hellenistic Alexandria to the time of Paracelsus.Part 2 focuses on the Rosicrucian movement as a vehicle of the Hermetic current, drawing on state-of-the-art research, such as the works of Spanish scholar Carlos Gilly. Part 3 concentrates mainly on one man, the English polymath, antiquarian, collector, alchemist, astrologer, and early Freemason, Elias Ashmole, after whom the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford is named, and one of many Renaissance figures who carried the Hermetic current forward. Debunking myths while revealing genuine mysteries, The Golden Builders is an enticing read that contains much spiritual wisdom. Explore the deeper meaning of magic and human existence, as revealed in the records and inspiring lives of the Golden Builders.
Golden Retriever
by Jeffrey G. PepperFourth in the Kennel Club Books' Classics series, The Golden Retriever recognizes the ever-popular all-American breed in this one spectacular volume. Written by author, breeder, and judge, Jeffrey G. Pepper, this book's engaging chapters on everything from the breed's accomplishments in performance events, to their participation as service dogs make it much more than just "another breed book." With more than 100 vintage and modern photographs of the breed, this book is a must-have for every Golden owner.
Goldendoodles (Complete Pet Owner's Manuals)
by Edie MacKenzieLively, funny, intelligent, and true - that's the Goldendoodle for you!This beautiful dog is a cross between the cheerful, happy-go-lucky Golden Retriever and the faithful, fun-loving Poodle. First bred about three decades ago, these now-popular dogs make faithful household companions. Here is everything new pet owners will need to know about life with their new Goldendoodle best friend.Like all of B.E.S. Complete Pet Owner's Manuals, this book is filled with useful information and heavily illustrated with instructive, high-quality photos. Every book in this series is written by breeders, trainers, veterinarians, and other pet-care specialists, offering advice on purchasing, feeding, health care, training, grooming, and other aspects of responsible pet ownership that helps your buddy thrive.This comprehensive guide includes information on:Common characterizes of the breed, from coat types to temperamentIntroducing and acclimating your pal to their new home and familyBest care practices for keeping your dog happy and healthyTips for housetraining, crate training, socializing, and so much more!
Golf (Idiot's Guides)
by Brian CrowellGolf is one of the most popular hobby sports among men and women of all ages, but if you've never picked up a club before, it's hard to know where to begin. Geared for the absolute beginner, Idiot's Guides: Golf teaches all of the basics in a series of "lessons" using full-color, baby-step-by-baby-step instructions. Every lesson is accompanied by helpful golf pro advice on common mistakes and how to avoid them. Dozens of practice drills and "Practice This!" images remind players of swing technique. In addition, this easy-to-use guide features detailed information on golf rules, lingo, and etiquette.