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The American Civil War was fought not only by armies, but by extraordinary individuals whose courage, ingenuity, and determination shaped the course of history. In these seventeen classic stories and historical accounts, daring raiders steal a locomotive deep behind enemy lines. Prisoners tunnel...

The American Civil War was fought not only by armies, but by extraordinary individuals whose courage, ingenuity, and determination shaped the course of history. In these seventeen classic stories and historical accounts, daring raiders steal a locomotive deep behind enemy lines. Prisoners tunnel...

Biblical scholars Brandon O'Brien and Randy Richards shed light on the ways that Western readers often misunderstand the cultural dynamics of the Bible. They identify nine key areas where modern Westerners have significantly different assumptions about what might be going on in a text. Drawing on their own cross-cultural experience in global mission, O'Brien and Richards show how better self-awareness and understanding of cultural differences in language, time, and social mores allow us to see the Bible in fresh and unexpected ways.

This book offers a comprehensive overview of the central theoretical tenets of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), guidance on key practical applications of the approach, and reflection on the strategic issues inherent to the delivery of this psychological intervention. This thoroughly revised edition explains and demonstrates the range of acceptance, mindfulness, and behavior change strategies that can be used in the service of helping people increase their psychological flexibility and wellbeing.

A high-concept, high-stakes thriller that will leave you questioning the nature of reality, and what it really means to be awake, perfect for fans of Dan Brown and James Rollins. Three impossible objects with the mass of neutron stars are hurtling toward Earth. Will they shatter reality as we...

Many scientific and philosophical ideas are so powerful that they can be applied to our lives at home, work, and school to help us think smarter and more effectively about our behavior and the world around us. Surprisingly, many of these ideas remain unknown to most of us. In Mindware, the world-renowned psychologist Richard Nisbett presents these ideas in clear and accessible detail, offering a tool kit for better thinking and wiser decisions.

Combining the expertise of a biblical scholar and a missionary practitioner, Misreading Scripture with Individualist Eyes is an essential guidebook to the cultural background of the Bible and how it should inform our reading. E. Randolph Richards and Richard James explore deep social structures of the ancient Mediterranean - kinship, patronage, and brokerage-along with their key social tools-honor, shame, and boundaries - that the biblical authors lived in and lie below the surface of each text. 

A desperate race to revive an alien buried on an icy moon. A fringe cult tuned into signals from the stars. And two extraordinary women willing to risk everything to forge humanity’s destiny. The second and final entry in the electrifying series from multimillion-copy international bestselling...

This collection of narratives, all told by people who were actually part of the American Civil War, was first published in 1885 and was received very well by the public, who caused it to have a further five reprints during the next few years. You'll hear about a number of famous escapades that took place during the Civil War, from a civilian with Unionist sympathies but living in the South, through to the unparalleled locomotive chase that inspired Buster Keaton's all time classic silent movie The General.

Discover Different Christian Views on What Heaven Will Be Like Christians from a variety of denominations and traditions are in middle of an important conversation about the final destiny of the saved. Scholars such as N. T. Wright and J. Richard Middleton have pushed back against the...

A century ago, Europe's diplomats mismanaged the crisis triggered by the murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and the continent plunged into World War I, which killed millions, toppled dynasties, and destroyed empires. Today, as the 100th anniversary of the Great War prompts renewed debate about the war's causes, scholars and policy experts are also considering the parallels between the present international system and the world of 1914. Are China and the United States fated to follow in the footsteps of previous great power rivals?

Eine Entdeckung, die die Menschheit verändert. Eine Verschwörung, die sie auslöschen könnte. Als die brillante Quantenphysikerin Allie Keane einen revolutionären Durchbruch erzielt, ahnt sie noch nicht, was sie damit auslöst. Fest steht: Wer ihre Entdeckung kontrolliert, kontrolliert die Zukunft der Menschheit - und Allie wird zur Zielscheibe.

The name of Florence Nightingale is a household word, but the exact nature and scope of her work, and the difficulties and discouragement under which it was accomplished, are unknown to many in the present generation. This story of that justly beloved woman’s life is told by one whose father was in part responsible for Miss Nightingale’s decision to devote her life to nursing. Written with a rare sympathy and beauty of style, this uplifting account of a noble life will inspire young and old alike.

Sie hat ein Heilmittel gegen das Böse gefunden. Jetzt will man sie dafür töten. Erin Palmer hat das Unmögliche geschafft: eine Methode, Psychopathen ihre Empathie zurückzugeben. Doch als sie sich mit dem genialen Neurowissenschaftler Hugh Raborn zusammentut, merkt sie schnell: Irgendetwas stimmt nicht. Raborn hat Geheimnisse. Gefährliche Geheimnisse. Und plötzlich wollen mächtige Strippenzieher Erin tot sehen.

A busy and hectic life can profoundly affect your ability to get a good night's rest. And it's even more difficult to feel relaxed when you stay awake worrying that you won't fall asleep. This vicious circle can quickly rob you of your quality of life, which is why it is so important to seek the...

L is for Lycans, the twelfth audiobook in an epic series of twenty-six horror anthologies. In this audiobook you will find a selection of thirteen frightening tales from some of the best independent horror authors of today. From bloody tales of revenge to experiments gone wrong, from the historical to the futuristic, L is for Lycans puts a spin on the traditional theme and will have you avoiding nights when the moon shines bright.

An epidemic of suicides. A mystery buried in Jupiter's icy moon. A revelation for the ages. The new novel from multimillion-copy international bestselling authors Douglas E. Richards and Joshua T. Calvert. Dr. Alexandra Lennox, a brilliant neuropsychiatrist, rushes to the jungles of Colombia to...

Bestselling authors Douglas E. Richards and Brandon Ellis return with the propulsive third installment of the Epic of Atlantis. A war against an unbeatable Draconian force bent on human extinction. And an unimaginable revelation about human destiny that will forever change our place in the...

Meet Hildegarde, a spirited city girl who finds herself uprooted and sent to live on a farm. Initially, she’s less than thrilled, feeling abandoned by her parents and missing her urban comforts. But as she navigates the challenges of rural life, Hildegarde begins to uncover strengths she never knew she had. From forging new friendships with local kids to bonding with an adorable four-legged friend, every experience teaches her valuable lessons in resilience and compassion. Adventure awaits as she faces both thrills and trials, transforming her perspective on life, love, and what it means to ...

A collection of adult stories - sad, humorous, and adventurous - about Man's Best Friend. NOTE: Some of these selections contain violence and racial stereotypes that will be objectionable to some listeners. - Summary by TriciaG