"I said you were not getting past us." Sam began to laugh. Just as Mark stood up again he heard a voice come from behind him."Leave him alone!"What now? He turned and noticed a small girl standing there.She was about Mark's age, eight or so, standing there pointing her finger at Sam and Bobby Jenkins. Sam just scowled at her and then they both laughed. "What are you going to do about it?"What happened next was a shock even to an eight-year-old boy. She said, "Yo...

Bible teacher John Miller explores the New Testament epistle to the Hebrews in this helpful Bible commentary. Hyperlinked scriptures are provided for all Bible verse references.

No contest has captured the imagination of cricket lovers around the world as much as the Ashes. From the controversy of the Bodyline series to the brilliance of Bradman, from the heroics of batsmen like Botham and Ponting to the bowling magic of Warne, this is an event that has always demanded the very best of those who wish to win it. From the Test that started it all back in 1882 to the recent triumphant Australian victory in 20067, THE ASHES looks at the moments that have made this one...

Paulette and Danni grew up miles apart — Paulette in Hamilton and Danni in North Toronto — but they might as well have been worlds apart. Paulette's family emigrated from Jamaica. Danni grew up Jewish in an affluent neighbourhood of Toronto. Now both women find themselves on the streets of Toronto, working in the sex trade.Paulette is a seasoned prostitute, working to support herself and her addiction. She acts as an unlikely and reluctant mentor and friend to Danni, who is new to ...

Australia is a land of extremes where searing heat and devastating floods can both take their toll. It is also a land of vast distances, leaving it vulnerable to calamaties at sea, by rail and in the air. AUSTRALIAS GREATEST DISASTERS charts the events that have caused not only tragic loss of human life, but also economic and environmental devastation. From Cyclone Tracy and the Ash Wednesday bushfires to the Granville train disaster and the 1998 Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, these are the ...

Recognized by the Driver and Vehicle Stands Agency (DVSA) as recommended reading for the Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) exams, this bestselling guide is the authoritative guide for both trainee and qualified driving instructors.***The Driving Instructor's Handbook***covers every aspect of being a driving instructor, from the role itself, to the characteristics needed to the job effectively, through to preparation for the ADI exams. Now in its 22nd edition, the b...

Bible teacher explores Paul's letter to the Church of God in Colossae in this helpful commentary. Hyperlinked scriptures are supplied for all Bible verses quoted.

When Anna and Sadie discover the diaries of their mother, Rebecca, in the days following her death, they learn that her life was far more complex than either of them knew: a garment worker in early-1900s New York; the reluctant wife in an arranged marriage to an ailing and abusive husband; the improbable friend of a pregnant prostitute.But the diaries reveal more than just surprising details about Rebecca's life: they also point to a family secret - and questions about Sadie's true...

Bible teacher John Miller explores the Apostle Paul's first letter to Timothy in this commentary, a book full of practical advice, in particular in reference to the qualification of church leaders. Hyperlinked scriptures are provided for all Bible verse references.

You don’t have to wait until college—or even graduation—to start earning real money and building skills that set you apart. Whether you want extra cash for things you love, a head start on your dream career, or just the freedom to call something your own, there’s never been a better time to launch a business while you’re still in high school.This guide shows you how to take your ideas, energy, and talents and turn them into something that actually works. You’ll learn how to find th...

Experience the architecture and colorful history of the Historic Theaters of New York's Capital District as author John A. Miller charts the entertaining history.For generations, residents of New York's Capital District have flocked to the region's numerous theaters. The history behind the venues is often more compelling than the shows presented in them.John Wilkes Booth brushed with death on stage while he and Abraham Lincoln were visiting Albany. The firs...

The streets of Paris were once filled with the clatter of carriages and the glitter of royal parades. Then came the roar of an angry crowd, the crash of gates, and the fall of a king. Out of a nation's hunger, rage, and hope exploded a movement that promised liberty—and unleashed years of bloodshed.This gripping account plunges you into the heart of one of history's most dramatic upheavals, where ordinary people rose up against centuries of monarchy, and ideals clashed with the bru...