The drumbeats are the hidden language of Africa, speaking of fate and fortune. They spell out the threat to rancher Pat Gifford's future. With his son Erin, he resolves to fight for their land and all they stand for.

In "Psychology and Crime," Thomas Holmes deftly examines the intricate relationship between psychological principles and criminal behavior, offering a nuanced exploration of the motivations behind crime from a psychological perspective. Holmes employs an interdisciplinary approach, weaving together elements of criminology, psychology, and sociology. The prose is both accessible and scholarly, engaging the reader with comprehensive case studies that highlight the complexities of the crimina...

In "Pictures and Problems from London Police Courts," Thomas Holmes offers a vivid exploration of the judicial landscape in Victorian London, capturing the confluence of crime, society, and justice. The narrative combines meticulous case studies with rich observational prose, presenting a tapestry of the social issues prevalent at the time. Holmes employs a realist literary style, deftly illustrating the complexities faced by individuals entangled in the legal system, all while critiquing ...

Discover the Allure of SeductionAre you ready to embark on a journey where passion dictates destiny? In a world where desires can lead to unexpected twists, immerse yourself in tales that explore the tantalizing boundary between lust and love. This captivating collection of short stories will ignite your imagination and stir your deepest yearnings.For Carnal Pleasure delves into the provocative question: do we choose our partners, or does fate have a hand in our romantic en...

This volume contains two Open Access chapters.Digital transformation is permeating all domains of business and society. Digital Transformation and Institutional Theory explores how manifestations of digital transformation requires rethinking of our understanding and theorization of institutional processes. Showcasing a collaborative forum of organization and management theory scholars and information systems researchers, the authors enrich institutional th...

A portrait of the Catholic Church's role in today's geopolitical framework through the eyes of the first Latin American popeIn an interconnected world marked by a "piecemeal world war" and dominated by apocalyptic perspectives, how did Pope Francis see the role of the Church? What are the roots of his "diplomacy of mercy"? How does a desire for mediation align with his vigorous denunciation of today's evils? And what specifically characterized the gestures and word...

Somatic genome manipulation is required when a sexual crossing approach cannot be used in breeding or genetic treatment of an individual organism. Examples can include gene- or cell-therapy of a person to correct disease, genetic improvement of vegetatively propagated plants, and genetic replacement of cytoplasm without significantly modifying the nuclear genome. The advantage of somatic genome manipulation is maintenance of the general genotype while correcting one or more traits. Somatic...

A small town, slow-burn romance for fans of Elsie Silver and Laura Pavlov.LilyI fell in love with my best friend when I was fifteen. My first love, my first everything. But then I left, and broke both our hearts in the process. I tried to move on, but when tragedy brings me back home to Amity, it also brings me back to him. I want to stay away; I don’t want to want him. But there’s always been a pull between us that’s impossible to ...

Step Into a World Where Lust and Intrigue CollideWhat happens when passion ignites amid chaos? In this thrilling narrative, every page pulses with real raw emotion and gripping intensity. From the sexually explosive opening of "Carnal carnage" to the closing chapter, where temptation and the worst of human nature combine in "Slaying the dragon." Prepare to embark on a journey where the boundaries between love, lust, and survival blur into a tantalizing dance.The characters ...

An extraordinary novel about loss, understanding and the importance of speaking up when all you want to do is shut down. From a multi-award-winning author, perfect for fans of Angie Thomas, Gayle Foreman, Jennifer Niven and Nikesh Shukla.Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book PrizeShortlisted for the YA Book PrizeShortlisted for the Jhalak Children’s & YA PrizeShortlisted for the

As a journalist, Paxton Andrews would experience Vietnam firsthand. We follow her from high school in Savannah to college in Berkeley and then to work in Saigon.For the soldiers she knew and met there, Viet Nam would change their lives in ways they could never have imagined. For the men in her life, Viet Nam would change their lives in ways hey could not escape or deny. Peter Wilson, fresh from law school, was a new recruit who would confont his fate in Da Nang. Ralph Johnson, a se...

This collection of three titles from one of America's bestselling authors is available at a special value price.Fine ThingsBernie Fine had everything, even what he wanted most, a family. Unfortunately, tragedy strikes and he has to rebuild his life, care for his children and cope with his own loss until he gathers the strength to find a new beginning.Set against the backdrop of war, passion and international intrigue, Jewels is the s...