Many people today desire a simple life that is closely connected to land, whether it be gardening, farming, or ranching. There is a spiritual draw to a non-consumeristic lifestyle that places God, the family, and the home at the center of all activity. This “agrarian conversion” has led many families to seek out rural communities and leave behind the suburban life.Over ten years ago two Catholic friends, Jason M. Craig and Thomas D Van Horn, experienced a similar agrarian conversio...

“An exciting and dramatic episode.”—Library Journal“Cliff-hanging suspense.”—Christian Science MonitorAssault in Norway is the classic account of a legendary raid on the Nazi war program. By 1942 Germany had a seemingly insurmountable lead over the Allies in developing an atomic bomb. Contributing to this situation was its access to a crucial ingredient: “heavy water,” found in great abundance at a fortresslike factory in occupied Norway. Allied h...

While the road to Kuith is always long, in most years it's not particularly troublesome. But these are not most years. Stories, news, refugees, and a heightened militia presence in the Central Free Provinces all tell of renewed hostilities with the Daynes, tribes from the northern highlands. Pirogoeth is sucked into the conflict, one that quickly escalates beyond the raids from the past. As the situation becomes more dire, Pirogoeth and her allies reach the decision to launch what amounts ...

The need for American presidential candidates and sitting presidents to connect with citizens has led to the adoption of diverse media strategies that include traditional news initiatives with established journalists, face-to-face interaction with small groups of supporters, and visits to traditionally non-political entertainment-based venues. The American Presidency and Entertainment Media: How Technology Affects Political Communication examines the recent embrace of entertainment forums ...

Celeste Morgan never expected to see him again—the stranger who shattered her world in the dark.He was supposed to be a memory, a secret she could tuck away and never revisit. But fate has other plans.Julian Blackwood is ruthless in business, dangerously controlled in the bedroom, and the kind of man who takes what he wants.And now, what he wants is her.Their chemistry is undeniable, their connection explosive, but when professional lines bl...

Imperial life is quite the culture shock when coming from a backwater farming community, but when Pirogoeth's magical talents catch the attention of one of the world's most powerful mages, she is sent off to the city and keep in Kartage to refine her talents.Under the tutelage of Socrato, Pirogoeth goes from village outcast to promising apprentice within one of the most advanced cities on the continent.Making friends, learning and shaping new powers, discovering a wider wor...

Now in its third edition, the best-selling Introduction to Human Nutrition continues to foster an integrated, broad knowledge of the discipline and presents the fundamental principles of nutrition science in an accessible way. With up-to-date coverage of a range of topics from food composition and dietary reference standards to phytochemicals and contemporary challenges of global food safety, this comprehensive text encourages students to think critically about the many factors an...

Life as a foxgirl is never easy, especially in the land of Avalon after the revolution. Scorned by deposed nobles who consider chimeras like her bastards, and by the new republic forces who regard those same children as remnants of the old abusive nobility, it's a day to day struggle just to be able to wake up the next morning. So when fate puts young Sunay out on the open seas beyond the reach of political forces, it opens up an entirely new world to explore... a world that is under siege...

Weird Tales #325 (Fall 2001) features "From Out of the Crocodile's Mouth," by Darrell Schweitzer; "The Gravedigger's Apprentice," by Alvin Helms; "Our Temporary Supervisor," by Thomas Ligotti; "Where All Things Perish," by Tanith Lee; "The Wizard of Ashes and Rain," by David Sandner, and more.

Unlock the engineering secrets of the everyday world through an engaging, jargon-free journey into materials science. Perfect for your morning commute or an afternoon of curious learning, this enlightening guide transforms how you view the physical objects around you. Discover why microscopic atoms dictate the immense strength of a bridge or the flexibility of a smartphone screen.Forget intimidating equations and dry physics lectures; this is a vibrant educational exploration desig...

Uncover the harrowing military history of battlefield atrocities and cover-ups that forever altered international law. Perfect for focused learning during your commute, this somber yet gripping account drops you directly into the moral fog of a brutal conflict. Witness how ordinary soldiers, trapped in impossible combat situations, crossed the line between strategy and slaughter.Through reconstructed testimonies of medics, whistleblowers, and surviving villagers, this intense narra...

Master business finance and unlock profitable decision-making without drowning in complex jargon or advanced math. Perfect for your daily commute, this accessible guide transforms intimidating spreadsheets into clear narratives. Whether you are scaling a startup or aiming for a corporate promotion, decoding the numbers gives you a massive competitive edge.Stop feeling overwhelmed during budget meetings and start building genuine financial confidence. By shifting focus from rigid fo...