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In How to Think: The Liberal Arts and Their Enduring Value, Professor Michael D. C. Drout gives an impassioned defense and celebration of the value of the liberal arts. Charting the evolution of the liberal arts from their roots in the educational system of Ancient Rome through the Middle Ages and to the present day, Drout shows how the liberal arts have consistently been "the tools to rule", essential to the education of the leaders of society. Offering a reasoned defense of their continuing value, Drout also provides suggestions for improving the state of the liberal arts in contemporary society.

The best science fiction asks essential questions: What does it mean to be human? Are we alone in the universe, and what does it mean if we're not? Esteemed professor Michael D. C. Drout traces the history of science fiction in this series of stimulating lectures. From Mary Shelley's Frankenstein to today's cutting- edge authors, Drout offers a compelling analysis of the genre, including a look at the golden age of science fiction, New Wave writers, and contemporary trends in the field.

This program is read by former Entertainment Tonight host Mark Steines, with a foreword read by Patricia Heaton, and an introduction read by the author. From the pediatrician who became an Internet sensation with the “Hamilton Hold” in a YouTube video about how to calm a crying baby, comes a...

Thief. Enforcer. Womanizer. Billionaire Antonio Andrade has been called all these things. His road to respectability has been buried in bloodshed. And his foes are waiting for him to have it all, so they can rip everything away. Framed. Threatened. Abducted. Virologist Charlotte "Charly" Bennett is in a tailspin of trouble. The man who kidnapped her thinks she's guilty of the bioweapon he wants to destroy. Agreeing to be used as bait could be her one chance to reclaim a normal life...if she survives.

What happens when we die? How does our present life shape our future? What part of us survives death? From Death to Birth takes us on a vivid tour of the soul's journey from one lifetime to another, revealing little known or understood aspects of spiritual life along the way. Through a series of lively stories drawn from the ancient scriptures and his own experience, Pandit Rajmani Tigunait reveals the truth about karma, how we create it, why it becomes our destiny, and how we can use it to shape the future of our dreams.

On the surface, this is a biography of an accomplished seeker who mastered the practices of yoga and brought a system for understanding the mysteries of body, mind, and spirit to students in the West. But, like the life of Swami Rama, this audiobook offers more than a sequence of astonishing events. As you read the stories of authentic guru-disciple relationships Swami Rama had both with his master and with his own students, you will see how the spiritual wisdom is transmitted through generations. This book also serves as a guide to advanced practices of yoga and tantra not commonly understood in modern times.

We met by chance at a random dive bar. Him—a striking figure in a tailored suit who radiates dominance. Me—an awkward introvert, innocently stalking my father. He seduced me. Worshipped me. Then, in a blink, he vanished, leaving no trace—not even a name or number.

When I said I needed a midlife reboot, growing pumpkins in a town full of bear people wasn't what I had in mind. Neither was falling for one of them. I should've been more specific when I asked the universe for a change.

In the darkest days of the Great War, when the world was aflame with conflict, one young boy embarks on a treacherous journey that tests his courage, resourcefulness, and the depth of his trust. In the heart of a chaotic war-torn country, the boy finds himself thrust into a world of danger and intrigue. As the flames of revolution and war sweep through all of Europe, the boy’s family, once privileged and powerful, became hunted targets of a merciless regime, with his family's fortune reduced to a mere satchel of precious jewels.

Mein Leben ist ein Scherbenhaufen. Ein engelsgleiches Wesen hat mich aus den Klauen meiner bösartigen Familie befreit–doch sie konnte nicht bei mir bleiben. Nur die Hoffnung auf ein geheimnisvolles Schicksal gab sie mir mit: Eine Aufgabe, der ich mich eines Tages stellen muss. Entwurzelt, ziellos und allein gerate ich vom Regen in die Traufe. Wieder nehmen mir brutale Männer die Kontrolle über mein Leben. Zu schwach, um aufzubegehren, bin ich kaum mehr als eine Sklavin. Als Angreifer aus dem All plötzlich über die Stadt herfallen,scheint das Ende der Welt gekommen.

Born into a Russian Mafia family, Vlad Karev is no stranger to violence… but this time it’s personal. Someone has murdered his father and Vlad can’t rest until he finds the killer. When the trail leads to an art gallery, Vlad wants to dig deeper, but he needs help from the owner’s daughter. The pretty redhead is far too innocent for a man like Vlad, but he’ll do what it takes to get the information he needs. His obligations are to the family, even if that means using the fiery woman.

Former Russian mobster Maxim Karev is a man with something to prove. His father’s been murdered and even his own brother thinks he’s guilty. To clear his name, Maxim has to return to the organization he left behind. He likes to work alone, but this time an FBI agent leaves him little choice—either she goes in undercover with him, or Maxim can rot in jail. One thing’s for sure—he’s not going down for a crime he didn’t commit. If playing with the beautiful agent is what it takes to prove his innocence, Maxim is prepared to go the distance. FBI agent Savannah Casillero never backs down.

Rare bookstore owner Dmitry Karev left the Russian Mafia behind when his wife died, but there’s too much at stake to keep his back turned any longer. His father is dead and his brothers may be next. Someone’s been leaving Dmitry clues about the killer, but he never expected his informant to be a bombshell like Harper Allen. Now the curvy computer expert is testing not only Dmitry’s methodical nature, but his self-restraint as well. But with his family’s lives in the balance, Harper may be the best chance Dmitry’s got to catch a killer.

In Golden Threads, fifteen extraordinary women share the pivotal moments that have shaped their lives — stories of courage, healing, and self-discovery. From overcoming profound personal loss to embracing unexpected adventures, each woman in this collection uniquely reflects on the golden threads of wisdom that run through their journeys. Through their vulnerability and strength, they invite you to discover your threads of connection and resilience. This is more than just a collection of life stories. It is a testament to the power of shared wisdom and the bonds that unite us as women.

D. C. Barletta is a writer, software developer, and unapologetic science geek who loves living at the intersection of code, creatures, and story. With a background in biological research and a deep interest in how life evolves under pressure, he builds fantasy worlds where ecosystems feel lived-in, and where rivers, roots, and bond-creatures shape the fate of cities hanging on by their fingertips. His ongoing World of Tethys saga follows exiles, wranglers, and root-listeners clinging to a cliffside civilization above a dangerous prehistoric sea.

When billionaire businessman Heathcliff Goldwin III returned home for the holidays, he never expected to be at the heart of a New York society scandal that thrusts him into the spotlight. Attention is the last thing Heath wants, so when he learns his friend Murphy hasn't heard from his journalist sister, Heath sees the chance to lay low and repay a debt to Murph. He'll locate Aileen, keep her safe, and the whole scandal thing will blow over. But when he finds the petite brunette disguised as Santa and tailing a shady senator, Heath knows she's in over her head.

Navy SEAL Murphy Coen should be celebrating the upcoming holidays with friends and family, but with his sister Aileen missing, there's not much for Murph to feel thankful for. To find Aileen, he's fully prepared to use force, until an unexpected encounter has him rethinking his tactics. Shayma, his friend Daveed's former fiancée, is sexy as hell, and something about her soothes his wayward soul. The brunette bombshell claims she can help, but Murph's never been known for his patience. The clock is ticking, and he isn't sure Shayma won't get in the way of doing what he needs to do.

Christmas is right around the corner, but after creating a society scandal, New York heiress Melody Hascall-Ebons has nowhere to turn. Cut off by her family for running away with an actor—who turned out to be using her for publicity—Mel is penniless, homeless, and disgraced. There's only one place to go, and that's back to the fiancé she ditched. But instead of her ex, she finds his friend Daveed Rafik.

The Spiritually Healthy Leader uncovers the core commitments that threaten to sabotage your relationships and ministry. Most ministry leaders don’t usually implode from outside pressures; rather, they are most often incapacitated from their inner struggles. Dave Wiedis, the Founder of...

Get off the diet roller coaster and embark on a life-affirming journey towards a positive and sustainable relationship with food and your body. In Why Did I Just Eat That? Registered Dietitian, Certified Eating Disorders Specialist, and food therapist Lisa D. Ellis offers nutritional and therapeutic support in this comprehensive guide to healthy eating. She promotes an all-foods-fit model and mindfulness to explain the connection between human emotions, habits, and physical satisfaction.