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A tribute to a great man, an important and interesting writer, an inspiring teacher, and a friend some will not likely find again. Roger Lancelyn Green and Walter Hooper wrote a memorable biography about their pal, C.S. Lewis. "...We have sought to tell his story as best we could, to lay before...

“Without question this is the best popular account of the last war fought between the United States and Great Britain. . . . In a gripping narrative the author not only explains the importance of the War of 1812 but vividly recreates its exciting land and sea battles.” —Robert V. Remini...

On a hot summer's afternoon, Michelle Wentworth enjoys a rare few hours of relaxation. Sunning herself by her pool, she sends her lazy teenage son to fetch her a drink. But instead of a refreshment, Michelle is given a nasty shock when shortly after her child's bludgeoned body is discovered on the doorstep.

Albert Einstein est l'une des plus grandes icônes de notre époque : ce scientifique fuyant l'oppression, avec ses cheveux en bataille et ses yeux pétillants, son humanité attachante et son intelligence hors du commun, est devenu synonyme de génie.

Unter dem Druck des Alltags, bei all den oft gegensätzlichen Ansprüchen ist die Gefahr groß, die innere Mitte, die Balance, sich selbst zu verlieren. Kann man einüben, damit umzugehen? Was sind die entscheidenden Ressourcen? Wie wird man ausgeglichen, und wie lernt man Gleichmut? Darum geht es in dieser kleinen Lebensschule von Benediktinermönch Anselm Grün: Zu akzeptieren, dass das Leben Pole kennt. Sich Ziele setzen und seiner Zeit eine Struktur geben.

Lukas und Martin haben die schützenden Mauern der Akademie hinter sich gelassen und sich mitten ins Herz des Kriegs gewagt. Während Martin unter Söldnerführer Mansfeld lernt, führt Lukas der Auftrag des Abts auf die Seite der Katholiken – direkt ins Lager des gefürchteten Heerführers Tilly. Bald erkennt Lukas: Hayo hat ein düsteres Vermächtnis hinterlassen, das die Grundfesten der Welt erschüttern könnte. Um ihn aufzuhalten, muss Lukas seinen verschwundenen Meister stellen – einen Feind, der ihm in allem überlegen scheint.

Das Autorenehepaar erzählt, wie Menschen während des Zweiten Weltkrieges in Ostfriesland oder in einem russischen Wolgadorf zu Beginn des 20. Jahrhunderts die Weihnachtszeit erlebt haben. In ihren Geschichten wird immer wieder deutlich, wer der Grund jedes Weihnachtsfestes ist: Jesus Christus.

A New York Times Notable Book of the Year “Riveting. . . . Without ever taking the easy way out, the book explores the battle of good vs. evil on very human terms.” —Washington Post Book World Dark in mood and rich in character, Over Tumbled Graves by #1 New York Times bestselling author...

Dr. Walter Grady, DO, FAOAO, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and Fellow in the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics with forty-four years of combined medical and orthopedic surgical experience. Dr. Grady made history by becoming one of the first two African American DO orthopedic surgeons in the United States. He is subspecialty fellowship trained in hand, microvascular, and upper extremity surgery.

In God of All Promises: A Poetic Pilgrimage through Genesis, Walter Brueggemann offers a fresh, prayerful journey that illuminates our shared faith. With poetic insight and theological depth, Brueggemann invites listeners to find new meaning in each chapter of Genesis through his personal spiritual practice of praying back the Bible to the God who dwells therein.

In these turbulent times when wars, religious strife, stifling bureaucracy, and urban decay threaten our very humanity, reducing us to social statistics, a fresh approach to the creation of a truly viable society is desperately needed. In this intellectual tour de force J. Donald Walters analyzes with deep insight the views expressed by many of the great thinkers in the West, including Plato, Copernicus, Machiavelli, Malthus, Adam Smith, Charles Darwin, Karl Marx, and Sigmund Freud.

Daily emergencies sideline dreams. A thoughtful, strategic playbook turns them into reality. Follow Anthony and Ricki’s transformative journey from overwhelmed auto shop owners to strategic business leaders as they use a game-changing approach to reclaim their vision and passion and create a truly flourishing enterprise.

Private Angela McBride stands accused of treason after a diplomatic ceremony goes horribly wrong. Trapped in a military detention center with deadly programming in her brain that activates when she gets too close to the truth, her only hope lies with Zoric—a lizardman warrior sent to observe her interrogation. But Zoric has his own demons to battle, including the loss of a previous mate that nearly destroyed him.

Do you want to improve your leadership skills and learn how to bring out the best in your employees, co-workers, or students? Then The Art of Supportive Leadership can help you! Large and small companies of every kind—from well-established industrial corporations to sparkling new tech firms—are using this proven approach to leadership with great success. It has become equally indispensable to the non-profit organizations, schools, and military personnel who also use it.

Der Internist Dr. Walter Weber hat im Laufe von mehr als 35 Praxisjahren tausende Krebspatienten betreut. Auf der Basis seines reichen Erfahrungsschatzes hat er eine eigene, ganzheitliche Therapie entwickelt, die – flankiert von schulmedizinischer Behandlung und aktuellen Erkenntnissen zur Ernährung und Bewegung – bei der Wurzel des Übels, nämlich der Ursache der Erkrankung, ansetzt. Oft spielt die Psyche bzw. das Leben des Patienten eine entscheidende Rolle. Mittels einer speziellen Gesprächsbehandlung arbeitet Dr.

A powerful National Book Award Finalist from the acclaimed, bestselling author of Monster. ""This novel is like photorealism; it paints a vivid and genuine portrait of life that will have a palpable effect on its readers."" (School Library Journal starred review) With Harlem as its backdrop...

Being a doctor is Glover Israel’s passion. He tends to his patients like they are his children and takes pride in providing excellent care. He doesn’t have a good reputation among hospital staff, because he requires the same level of service from them toward his patients as well. Having to financially take care of his paraplegic father leaves little time for much of anything outside of work. The only things he can seem to find time for are carnal pleasures. He’s not looking for a relationship or anything close to love.

This thrilling basketball story from New York Times bestselling author Walter Dean Myers is a strong choice for independent reading and sharing in the classroom. Thought-provoking and packed with court action, Game is a winner! Drew Lawson is all about basketball. Everyone in his life knows that...

Dive into the history, geography, and culture of Maryland in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is Maryland? introduces you to the state in a whole new way, whether you’re proud to call it home or learning about a distant destination. Visit...

Dive into the history, geography, and culture of Colorado in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is Colorado? introduces you to the state in a whole new way, whether you’re proud to call it home or learning about a distant destination. Visit...