Written in the thirteenth century, Njal's Saga is a story that explores perennial human problems-from failed marriages to divided loyalties, from the law's inability to curb human passions to the terrible consequences when decent men and women are swept up in a tide of violence beyond their control. It is populated by memorable and complex characters like Gunnar of Hlidarendi, a powerful warrior with an aversion to killing, and the not-so-villainous Mord Valgardsson. Full of dreams, strang...

Iran’s nightmare nuclear attack on Israel is imminent, and former Marine and CIA Special Operations hunk, Alejandro Mohammed Cuchulain—otherwise known as Cooch—is back! Wielding his stunning brand of physical violence with the grace of a matador, Cooch brings intellect and Islamic scholarship to bear on the Iranians to entice them back to their senses in this third installment of the series. But before that can happen, a US-delivered electromagnetic pulse fries every circuit in Iran.

Techno-Thriller Meets the Middle EastFrom IPPY gold medal winner Robert Cook comes the fourth installment in the Cooch series. With all the classic elements of a spy thriller—intrigue, violence, sex—The Mahdi is a narrative geopolitical battlefield where Islamic and Jewish ideologies clash, seen through the lens of a modern, liberal Muslim. Raised in a blend of Bedouin tradition and Western education,Alex Cuchulain, Cooch, is a former US Marine, C...

"The Housekeeper's Valuable Present Or, Lady's Closet Companion" by Robert Abbot is a comprehensive guide designed for those managing household affairs. It offers practical advice on various aspects of domestic life, including cooking, cleaning, and organization. Abbot's work reflects the social norms and expectations of the time, emphasizing the importance of a well-run household. The book serves as a valuable resource for housekeepers, providing them with tips and recipes that enhance th...

People view the Bible in different ways based on their education and their occupation. Every occupation has some training to it. Therefore, the thinking process is unique. When a scientist reads the Bible, that person will look for facts and figures. An economist might look for the money trail and money advantages. This book does not examine every view point. However, the authors hope that when you we read this book and you are a Bible study leader, you can adjust your teaching to the way ...

Robert Abbot's "The Housekeeper's Valuable Present; Or, Lady's Closet Companion" is a remarkable exploration of domestic management and culinary arts from the 18th century. With a combination of practical advice and insightful reflections on household management, Abbot crafts a text that serves not only as a kitchen manual but also as a moral guide for women in their roles as housekeepers. The book's literary style is both accessible and didactic, enriched by anecdotes and recipes that ref...

The sources for La Légende de Saint Julien l’Hospitalier, one of Flaubert’s finest literary works, have long been the subject of numerous conflicting theories. The implications of the controversy are broad and important, not only for Flaubert’s work but also for our understanding of how writers generally use traditional material. Superficial resemblances have led critics to conclude that Flaubert relied heavily on a medieval tale of Saint Julian and that he borrowed details and sp...

Dealing with the basics of the Christian life, this simple, informal book offers counsel from both the biblical text and human experience. More than 1,000,000 copies in print.

The American Civil War was without doubt the defining event in the history of the United States. This up-to-date analyisis of a critical period goes beyond the origins, course and consequences of the Civil War to bring in other important themes such as racial conflict, gender relations, religion, the popular memory and state formation.

A powerful and moving account of the campaign for civil rights in modern America. Robert Cook is concerned less with charismatic leaders like Martin Luther King, and more with the ordinary men and women who were mobilised by the grass-roots activities of civil-rights workers and community leaders. He begins with the development of segregation in the late nineteenth century, but his main focus is on the continuing struggle this century. It is a dramatic story of many achievements - even if ...

Adam must analyze an artefact for his company. He finds video-footage of an alien culture on this artefact and sends the footage to his company to show the advanced civilization that humanity may learn from and improve technology.His company then trashes him for being a fraud, for having delivered a hoax video.Adam then must fight hard through a court trial to get his reputation and his job back.

From IPPY gold medal winner Robert Cook comes the fourth installment in the Cooch series. With all the classic elements of a spy thriller—intrigue, violence, sex—The Mahdi is a narrative geopolitical battlefield where Islamic and Orthodox Jewish ideologies clash, seen through the lens of a modern, liberal Muslim. Raised in a blend of Bedouin tradition and Western education,Alex Cuchulain, Cooch, is a former US Marine, CIA operator, and entrepreneur. Partnered with Dr. Caitlin O’Connor, the...