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The Star-Borne: A Remembrance for the Awakened Ones
by SolaraEach of us who has touched the stars becomes a langern which illuminates all with starry light. This is an accelerated path homeward which leads to the new octave of the greater reality.
Imponiendo presencias
by Martivón Galindo Armando MolinaBreve anthología de OTROS narradores expatriados latinoamericanos
How to Locate Anyone Who Is or Has Been in the Military: Armed Forces Locator Directory
by Richard JohnsonBy the foremost expert in the nation on locating people with a military connection.
Entrepeneurship Made Easy: A Guide to Starting Your Own Small Business
by Bev MoodieHow to build confidence, focus your ideas, set up your business, define and deal with your customers, and manage your business on a day-to-day basis.
Curious Scotland: Tales from a Hidden History
by George RosieScottish history isn't just about Robert Burns and Braveheart. In fact, it's far more complex than some might think. In Curious Scotland, journalist George Rosie digs deep into Scotland's past, unearthing some of the lesser known, but more surprising details, including: Who was behind the military's "Operation Vegetarian"? What Became of the Glasgow Frankenstein? Why do Scots always spit on a certain Edinburgh street? And how did John Ross become the greatest Cherokee chieftain? Rosie answers these and other questions, illuminating corners of Scottish lore that have never been explored before. With a dry wit and unflagging curiosity, he shows us that Scotland's history is full of far stranger stuff than your average plate of haggis. Learn about the Scottish connection with the Cherokee Nation where all of the land was sacred and selling it without permission was punishable by death. Discover that Daniel De Foe, author of Robinson crusoe, lived in Scotland as a British spy. Meet the highly educated Doctor Archie Cameron, who had treated both Scottish and British soldiers at the battle at Culloden and was executed unnecessarily years later. In chapters ranging from 3 to 20 pages long, he explains how witches were found, tried and executed and how Jonathan Swift incessantly wrote nasty remarks about Scottish people in the margins of his manuscripts. This fast paced, intriguing book will appeal to general readers and history buffs alike.
The Singer and the Sea (The Winter of the World #5)
by Michael Scott RohanGille Kilmarsson is a mastersmith and musician in a quiet northern town. But he yearns for something more. When he saves a Southern merchant ship from the savagery of the corsairs, he takes as his only reward an old musical instrument. And his life changes for ever...
The Piano Teacher
by Joachim Neugroschel Elfriede JelinekErika Kohut teaches piano at the Vienna Conservatory by day, but at night she trawls the porn shows while her mother waits up for her. Jelinek won the Nobel Prize for Literature.
The Passport
by Herta Müller Martin ChalmersFrom the winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature, 2009. Just as the father in the house in which we live is our father, so Comrade Nicolae Ceausecu is the father of our country. And just as the mother in the house in which we live is our mother, so Comrade Elena Ceausecu is the mother of our country. Comrade Nicolae Ceausecu is the father of our children. All the children love comrade Nicolae and comrade Elena, because they are their parents.' THE PASSPORT is a beautiful, haunting novel whose subject is a German village in Romania caught between the stifling hopelessness of Ceausecu's dictatorship and the glittering temptations of the West. Stories from the past are woven together with the problems Windisch, the village miller, faces after he applies for permission to migrate to West Germany. Herta Muller describes with poetic attention to the dreams and superstitions, conflicts and oppression of a forgotten region, the Banat, in the Danube Plain. In sparse, poetic language, Herta Muller captures the forlorn plight of a trapped people.
The Book of Touch
by Constance ClassenBy delving into the social life of touch, our most elusive yet most vital sense, we see how touch developed differently across cultures, how our identities are shaped by touch, how touch is felt by the blind and autistic, and more.
The Wanderings of Odysseus: The Story of the Odyssey
by Rosemary SutcliffThe award-winning sequel to Black Ships before Troy includes a map of Odysseus' incredible journey and a pronunciation guide. "Sutcliff's rich, gutsy and often terrifying retelling of The Odyssey is brilliantly matched by the strength of Alan Lee's sinuous drawing." -Guardian.
The Disciples
by Joseph J. AndrewBeautiful brilliant Rebecca Townsend has suddenly gone AWOL from the National Security Agency, with a great deal of knowledge, more than she should
War Machine (Combat-K #1)
by Andy RemicIn a time of post-Singularity and FTL travel, the Helix War has raged across galaxies. When ex-soldier turned private investigator, Keenan, takes on a new case, he must overcome his demons and gather together his old military unit, a group who swore they'd never work together again.
The Raw Shark Texts
by Steven HallEric Sanderson wakes up in a house one day with no idea who or where he is. A found note instructs him to see a Dr. Randle immediately, who informs him that he is undergoing yet another episode of acute memory loss that is a symptom of his severe dissociative disorder. Eric's been in Dr. Randle's care for two years, since the tragic death of his great love, Clio, while the two vacationed in the Greek islands.
Switzerland: Rail, Road, Lake (3rd edition)
by Anthony J. LambertGeneral info about Switzerland, and a guide to its rail network, lake steamers, cycle routes, restaurants and hotels near stations, and walking tours of its major cities
The Master of the Rings: Inside the World of J.R.R. Tolkien
by Susan AngThis is a concise, clear, explanation of a wealth of background information and the content of, "The Hobbit," and " The Lord of the Rings." It contains a biography of Tolkien's life detailing both his actions and the development of his concept of Middle-earth. Susan Ang chronicles the publication, popularity, criticism, analysis and influence of these books. chapters dedicated to the history, things, people and places of Middle-earth form a concise reference. A bibliography informs the reader of a wealth of additional material by and about Tolkien. The index makes it easy to quickly track down meanings, facts and trivia. "The Master of the Rings," inside the world of J. R. R. Tolkien is a good place to start for those beginning the journey to a more in depth acquaintance with Tolkien's gripping, beautiful, and unforgettable epic, telling of an evil ring, from its making to its destruction.
Pride and Prejudice (Adapted Version)
by Jane Austen Janice GreeneTimeless Classics--designed for the struggling reader and adapted to retain the integrity of the original classic. These classic novels will grab a student's attention from the first page. Included are eight pages of end-of-book activities to enhance the reading experience.
Wikichurch: Making Discipleship Engaging, Empowering, and Viral
by Steve MurrellJesus told His followers that He would build His church, and then He told them to go and make disciples. It's that simple. We make disciples, and He builds the church.
The Miracle of Freedom: Seven Tipping Points That Saved the World
by Chris Stewart Ted T. Stewart"How unusual is it, really, in the history of all known human experience, to enjoy the blessing of living free?" The answer may surprise you. In The Miracle of Freedom, Chris and Ted Stewart make a strong case that fewer than 5 percent of all people who have ever lived on the earth have lived under conditions that we could consider "free." So where did freedom come from, and how are we fortunate enough to experience it in our day? "A deeper look at the human record," write the authors, "reveals a series of critical events, obvious forks in the road leading to very different outcomes, that resulted in this extraordinary period in which we live." They identify and discuss seven decisive tipping points: 1. The defeat of the Assyrians in their quest to destroy the kingdom of Judah. 2. The victory of the Greeks over the Persians at Thermopylae and Salamis. 3. Roman Emperor Constantine's conversion to Christianity. 4. The defeat of the armies of Islam at Poitiers. 5. The failure of the Mongols in their effort to conquer Europe. 6. The discovery of the New World. 7. The Battle of Britain in World War II. The journey to freedom has been thousands of years long. Now that it has found its place in the world, the question for those of us who experience its benefits is simply this: Will we work to preserve the miracle of freedom that we enjoy today?
Fablehaven: Secrets of the Dragon Sanctuary (Fablehaven Series, Book #4)
by Brandon MullThe magical preserve Fablehaven provides refuge to numerous mystical species, but some beings are too large and powerful to be confined to regular enchanted refuges. These mightiest of creatures dwell inside the dragon sanctuaries.
The Man of Feeling
by Henry MackenzieHarley is the "Man of Feeling", He is a weak creature, dominated by a futile benevolence, who travels to London and falls into the hands of people who exploit his innocence. Harley helps the down-trodden, loses in love and is unsuccessful. Mackenzie asks the reader to decide whether sentimentality is morally correct or a luxury for the rich? Is morality possible in a complex commercial environment? The reader must decide for himself whether Harley is a saint or a fool.
The Enchiridion
by EpictetusWritten in 135 AD, this book is a guide to the daily life of a slave in Greece.
Quicksand and Passing
by Nella LarsenNella Larsen was an important writer associated with the Harlem Renaissance. While she was not prolific, her work was powerful and critically acclaimed. Collected here are both of her novels, Passing and Quicksand.
Lost in Dreams
by Roger E. Bruner Kristi Rae BrunerJoin eighteen-year-old Kim Hartlinger, as she arrives home from a life-changing mission trip to a remote Mexican village. This second novel in a new series for teen girls will challenge your faith—and capture your heart—as you journey with Kim through the biggest struggle of her life and faith.
The Cartel 4: Diamonds Are Forever
by Jaquavis AshleyThe Diamond family have survived murder, deceit and betrayal. Through it all, they're still standing tall and a new era has begun. After surviving a failed attempted on her life, Breeze has moved into the queen's position by Zyir's side. Zyir has taken over the empire and locked down Miami's streets. Young Carter has retired and moved away from the madness - that is, until he gets an unexpected visitor at his home. This person shakes up the whole family, causing chaos that threatens to bring down the Cartel for good.
Amazing Faces
by Lee Bennett Hopkins Chris K. SoentpietPoems focusing on universal emotions, as expressed by poets from diverse backgrounds, including Joseph Bruchac, Nikki Grimes, Lee Bennett Hopkins, Pat Mora, Janet S. Wong, and many others.