"The Point of No Return: Recognizing the Moment Before It's Too Late" is a gripping exploration of the spiritual crossroads we all face. Through powerful biblical examples, heart-wrenching personal stories, and practical insights, this book delves into the dangers of ignoring God's voice and the irreversible consequences of hardening our hearts. Each chapter serves as a wake-up call, urging readers to heed the Holy Spirit's promptings and embrace God's mercy before the door of opp...

The hurdy-gurdy, or vielle, has been part of European musical life since the eleventh century. In eighteenth-century France, improvements in its sound and appearance led to its use in chamber ensembles. This new and expanded edition of The Hurdy-Gurdy in Eighteenth-Century France offers the definitive introduction to the classic stringed instrument. Robert A. Green discusses the techniques of playing the hurdy-gurdy and the interpretation of its music, based on existing methods and on his ...

From a disregarded, forlorn island in the early 1900s to the world-famous resort and go-to place of today, Jews have played a prominent role in Miami Beach's achievements and fame. Initially consigned to a tiny enclave on the southern tip of Miami Beach, the community's Jewish population quickly expanded north, from South Beach to Golden Beach, and assumed a leadership position in nearly every phase of the city's life by the late 1900s. At every step of Miami Beach's rich history--from com...

When vengeance and passion clashRae believed herself a powerful goddess until a demigod enslaved her people. The moment she came for his head, he escaped into a world where she had no powers. Forced to take on mortal form, Rae lost track of the demigod in the vastness of an unfamiliar planet. To make matters worse, the demigod found a path to divinity. All he needed was to consume the lifeblood of three Keys, scions of the world's long-dead goddess.When Rae...

Discover an amazing range of speculative fiction stories from vagabond-turned-author, Taylor A. Green. From secret organizations battling over the AI-singularity to dragon breeders wrangling fussy toddler drakes, this anthology of flash and short stories is sure to delight! With exclusive, never-before-seen stories, pick up your copy and start reading today.

A bold new history of the rise and expansion of the Norman Dynasty across Europe from Byzantium to EnglandIn the eleventh century the climate was improving, population was growing, and people were on the move. The Norman dynasty ranged across Europe, led by men who achieved lasting fame, such as William the Conqueror and Robert Guiscard. These figures cultivated an image of unstoppable Norman success, and their victories make for a great story. But how much of it is...

There is a risk in telling another's story especially when passed down through the family and there are many layers to a life that each person may only glimpse part of. It was with trepidation that Judith took on the task of peeling back the layers - smells, memories, photographs, family tales, official records - to trace the stories of her ordinary, imperfect female forebears. Partly to give them voice, when women's stories are often forgotten or ignored, but for a greater part she admire...

In "Piracy off the Florida Coast and Elsewhere," Samuel A. Green meticulously explores the tumultuous history of piracy in the waters surrounding Florida, analyzing its origins, societal impacts, and the cultural ethos of the age. Utilizing a blend of historical narrative and primary source documentation, Green's writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions and scholarly rigor, offering readers both a gripping account and a nuanced understanding of maritime lawlessness. Situated with...

In "Piracy off the Florida Coast and Elsewhere," Samuel A. Green meticulously chronicles the tangled web of maritime crime that plagued both the Atlantic and Gulf waters during the late 17th to early 19th centuries. Through a combination of historical records, anecdotal narratives, and analytical commentary, Green employs an engaging literary style that blends narrative history with scholarly rigor, illuminating the socio-economic and political factors that spurred piracy. His work positio...

A NEWSPAPERMAN'S VERSION OF THE "BIG STORY" OF THE TENNESSEE WALKING HORSEThe Tennessee Walking Horse is a breed of gaited horse known for its unique four-beat running-walk and flashy movement. It was originally developed in the southern United States for use on farms and plantations. It is a popular riding horse due to its calm disposition, smooth gaits and sure-footedness. The Tennessee Walking Horse is often seen in the show ring, but is also popular as a pleasure and trail ridin...

Jamie and Mark Lennox had just gotten married and are now looking for the right house to buy. The agent, Mr. Dale was showing them three unique houses that they might like to see. The two houses didn’t really appeal to them until Mr. Dale came into a small, quiet town called Mainefield. A resident of up to 4,000 people who lived there. As they entered the village, Mr. Dale slowed down, and got quite nervous as he approached the mansion at the top of a long winding road. But what they didn’...

The new edition of this thoroughly considered textbook provides a reliable, accessible and comprehensive guide for students of photovoltaic applications and renewable energy engineering. Written by a group of award-winning authors it is brimming with information and is carefully designed to meet the needs of its readers.Along with exercises and references at the end of each chapter, it features a set of detailed technical appendices that provide essential equations, data sources an...