After years of self-destructive behavior, Alan is happily married to his wife Valerie, with their three children, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He is still out on the road keeping the country music of the late 40's and early 50's alive with his band the Lovesick Drifters. They do a tribute to the late Hank Williams as well as their original music of that style.He is also the pastor of Just Jesus Community Church in Garner, NC.

Marxism and Urban Culture is the first volume to reconcile social science and humanities perspectives on culture. Covering a range of global cities—Bologna, Buenos Aires, Guatemala City, Liverpool, London, Los Angeles, Madrid, Mahalla al-Kubra, Mexico City, Montreal, Osaka, Strasbourg, Vienna—the contributions fuse political and theoretical concerns with analyses of urban cultural practices and historical movements, as well as urban-themed literary and filmic art. Conceived as a response t...

More than 50% of America's schools today exist in rural settings. This book addresses the distinctiveness of rural school leaders, identifies issues encountered by administrators, faculty, and students, and concludes by proposing new standards for rural schools in general and their leaders. This book will be of special interest to everyone involved in the operation of a rural school district.

The call of adventure awaits those bold enough to answer…Return to Mirstone and join these heroes as they embark on epic quests, searching for lost treasures and unlocking the secrets of forgotten lands.From the depths of dark forests to the highest peaks of mountains, these tales will transport you to a magical world filled with heroes, villains, and mythical creatures.Get ready to be swept away by adventures that will leave you on the edge of your...

This is a comprehensive manual for comic book collectors and investors, detailing the current state of the multi-billion-dollar global market. The guide explores the history and valuation of comic eras, ranging from the Victorian and Platinum Ages to the Modern Era of variant covers and digital-native keys. It also breaks down the rigorous science of the 10-point grading scale , professional preservation techniques using materials like Mylar and micro-chamber paper , and the economics of t...

Teaching Difficult History through Film explores the potential of film to engage young people in controversial or contested histories and how they are represented, ranging from gender and sexuality, to colonialism and slavery. Adding to the education literature of how to teach and learn difficult histories, contributors apply their theoretical and pedagogical expertise and experiences to a variety of historical topics to show the ways that film can create opportunities for challen...

Everyone needs a little magic.For some, that means seeking out a machine that can make you a god. For others, it’s about saving a floating isle from crashing into the sea.And then there are those who desire magic for darker purposes … like revenge.Seven authors bring you seven unique stories about magic and magical items in a fantastic world of imagination.Welcome back to Mirstone.

Read by the author.A 52-week devotional for ministry leaders and worship teams to prepare their hearts and minds for the service and make the worship experience of their church more meaningful.Anyone involved in organized worship has probably seen what worship can be, and they've wondered: How can we tap into that transformative spirit more often? How can we overcome the problems of urgency, fatigue, and the temptation to just go t...

Renowned FBI profiler Karen Vail returns in an explosive thriller set against the backdrop of California's wine country. Seeking a romantic respite with her boyfriend, Vail ventures to Napa Valley. After arriving, Vail learns a serial killer is crushing his victims' windpipes and leaving their bodies in caves. When the Crush Killer learns that an FBI profiler has joined the Major Crimes Task Force, the newfound attention emboldens him, and he sets in motion a plan that wreaks havoc on the ...

Six talented authors lend their voices to a tale of destruction, mistrust and ... hope.Two hundred years ago, the dwarven clans and the elvish houses of Mirstone were at peace. The king of the dwarves, in a selfish and greedy move, used his wizards to expand their mountain empire, raising new peaks from the forest floors of their elven neighbors. War and hatred ensue.The tales within offer a glimpse into the minds of the elves and dwarves who live in the aftermath. Come, jo...

Volume III of the Cambridge History of the Napoleonic Wars moves away from the battlefield to explore broader questions of society and culture. Leading scholars from around the globe show how the conflict left its mark on virtually every aspect of society. They reflect on the experience of the soldiers who fought in them, examining such matters as military morale, ideas of honour and masculinity, the treatment of wounds and the fate of prisoners-of-war; and they explore social issues such ...