Many today find the Old Testament a closed book. The cultural issues seem insurmountable and we are easily baffled by that which seems obscure. Furthermore, without knowledge of the ancient culture we can easily impose our own culture on the text, potentially distorting it. This series invites you to enter the Old Testament with a company of guides, experts that will give new insights into these cherished writings. Features include • Over 2000 photographs, drawings, maps, diagrams and char...

For fans of John Harvey's Charlie Resnick series and Michael Connelly's Harry Bosch, The Harbour Master is a fast-paced detective investigation set in the evocative locale of Amsterdam.'A debut novelist of rare skill' Barry Forshaw, The Financial Times'The Henning Mankell of Amsterdam' Bill RodgersHenk van der Pol ...

Will computers become thinking machines? A scientist at the cutting-edge of current research gives his provocative analysis.The world was shocked when a computer, Deep Blue defeated Gary Kasparov, arguably the greatest human chess player ever to have lived. This remarkable victory, and other, more day-to-day innovations, beg serious questions: what are the limits of what computers can do? Can they think? Do they learn?Discussions of these questions tend to ...

Daniel Dennett examines the different elements that make up what we call 'minds'What kinds of minds are there, and how do we know? The first question is about what exists and the second is about our knowledge. The aim of Kinds of Minds is to answer these questions, in general outline, and to show why these two questions have to be answered together. What exists is one thing. What we can know about is something else. But we know enough about minds, Dennett argues, t...

Gain a thorough understanding of operating in a Python development environment, and some of the most important advanced topics with Daniel Arbuckle. This dynamic, concise book is full of real-world solutions for Python 3.6 problems, and advanced-level concepts such as reactive programming, microservices, ctypes and Cython.Key FeaturesCovers the latest and advanced concepts of Python such as parallel processing with Python 3.6Explore the Python language ...

Time is running out for the Dragon Masters to stop the dark wizard Maldred!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Dark wizard Maldred has stolen the Gold and Silver Keys! With these keys, he can now contro...

In a life that saw him evolve from a staunchly religious Hindu to an ecumenical master of Buddhist insight meditation, Satyanārāyaṇ (S. N.) Goenka (1924–2013) emerged as a leader in the spread of lay mindfulness and insight meditation practice on a global scale. A second-generation Burmese of Indian origin, Goenka was a successful businessman before turning to Buddhist meditation for help with crippling migraines. Becoming first a close student and then assistant teacher under the innovati...

Born through the pain. Built through the process. Pressing on with purpose.Your Power to Press On is a soul-stirring journey of transformation for every woman who has ever felt like the fire might consume her-but chose to rise instead.Written by Master Peace-known to many as Sister Bria-this powerful debut is part memoir, part blueprint, and all heart. Through gripping storytelling, spiritual reflection, and unapologetic truth, she guides readers through her own tr...

When a seductive demon begins using her evil daughters to kill tourists, Ring Hardigan will use his knife, his two girlfriends, and his wits to find the elusive beast and put a blade in her.Through clues and the story of a man claiming to be the demon's father, the hunters become the hunted - and everyone around them is at risk from Elizabeth and her bloodthirsty family.As a hurricane bears down on the beaches, the demon hunters will finally get what they'v...

Global ecommerce sales are exceeding $1.25 trillion annually. Approximately 20% or more of those sales are affiliate marketing-driven sales with retailers paying out over $3 billion annually in the United States alone.With the growth of mobile devices and others means of accessing the Internet, online sales continue to climb and so does affiliate revenue for those affiliate marketers who have the right tools and information to attract quality website traffic that will produce resul...

Unlock the full potential of your travel rewards with Mastering Mileage for 2025: A New Map and Tools for Savvy Travelers. With frequent changes in mileage programs, credit cards, and banking rewards, it's essential to stay informed to make the most of your options. This book was written to help you navigate these changes and ensure you're getting the best value for your needs.Inside, you'll find strategies to earn miles faster, redeem points for premium experiences, avoid common p...