Their journey begins as mortals. It will end in legend.In a realm where secrets are worth their weight in gold, Fel Kelix and Osana dream of a future together, one built on hard work, love, and defiance against the city-state that sees them as less than human. But when hell itself strikes, their quiet ambitions shatter. The two find themselves marked by an ancient destiny, chosen to bear the power of light and darkness in a world teetering on the edge of war.

Why would a wealthy 74 year-old man want to renovate a dilapidated apartment building in a poor section of a crime- ridden city? Jack Bartlett is driven by memories both wonderful and horrendous during his tenure there in 1943. Inner demons now make the resurrection of the tired building his one and only priority.

This book advances the interpretation of 1 Corinthians by exploring the ways the apostle Paul quoted or “echoed” Jewish scriptures more indirectly in his letter. Identification of allusions are brought to the fore, as are questions of the texture of Paul’s theology and his understanding of scripture. Important topics in 1 Corinthians addressed here include Paul’s use of the Law, monotheism, Christology, wisdom and mystery language, punishment of the incestuous man, baptism for the dead, es...

Decades of theory, research, and practice have singled out sense of belonging (in its many derivative forms) as a pivotal component of healthy development: psychologically, socially, culturally, academically. The human need for belonging, and therefore its essential nature, have been well established across multiple arenas. Despite growth in this field, answers to the barriers to belonging among marginalized groups and contexts remain especially elusive. For decades, this work was anchored...

Gender in a Transitional Era addresses a range of issues relevant in current gender and sexuality studies scholarship which span many disciplines. The contributors prioritize the critical thinking that continues to support the notion that we, as a society, still have a ways to go toward full gender equality in all spheres of life. This collection positions marginal voices at the center of complex gender issues in today’s society. Broad thematic topic areas include parental identities, advi...

Beatrix Potter's 'The Collected Bunny Tales' is a charming collection of beloved children's stories featuring classic characters such as Peter Rabbit, Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-tail. Written in a simple yet enchanting narrative style, Potter's stories transport readers to the idyllic English countryside, where the whimsical adventures of her anthropomorphic animals unfold. These timeless tales appeal to both children and adults, with themes of friendship, mischief, and the beauty of nature...

A succinct history of baseball, newly revised and updated. In this third edition of his lively history of America's game, widely recognized as the best of its kind, Benjamin G. Rader expands his scope, covering record crowds and record income, construction of new ballparks, a change in the strike zone, a surge in recruiting Japanese players, and an emerging cadre of explosive long-ball hitters.

Beatrix Potter, a renowned children's author and illustrator, has created a charming collection of stories in 'The World of Peter Rabbit & His Friends'. This anthology brings together 14 delightful tales featuring beloved characters such as Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny, and Jemima Puddle-Duck, accompanied by over 450 original illustrations. Potter's writing style is simple yet whimsical, capturing the essence of English countryside life in the early 20th century. The stories are filled wit...

The founding of the university in 1867 created a unique community in what had been a prairie. Within a few years, this creative mix of teachers and scholars produced innovations in agriculture, engineering and the arts that challenged old ideas and stimulated dynamic new industries. Projects ranging from the Mosaic web browser to the discovery of Archaea and pioneering triumphs in women's education and wheelchair accessibility have helped shape the university's mission into a double helix ...

From a New York Times bestselling author and George H.W. Bush's former Chief of Staff, pivotal life lessons from a leader that left a mark on people's hearts and souls.Character Matters is a reminder of the importance of character when defining true leadership. Colleagues, friends, and family will share their personal stories of what they learned from watching and listening to President Bush, including former United States Secretary of State Condo...

Alike in many aspects of their histories, Australia and the United States diverge in striking ways when it comes to their working classes, labor relations, and politics.Greg Patmore and Shelton Stromquist curate innovative essays that use transnational and comparative analysis to explore the two nations’ differences. The contributors examine five major areas: World War I’s impact on labor and socialist movements; the history of coerced labor; patterns of ethnic and class identifica...

On the evening of December 16, 1773, a group of disguised Bostonians boarded three merchant ships and dumped more than forty-six tons of tea into Boston Harbor. The Boston Tea Party, as it later came to be known, was an audacious and revolutionary act. It set the stage for war and cemented certain values in the American psyche that many still cherish today. But why did the Tea Party happen? Whom did it involve? What did it mean? The answers to these questions are far from straightforward.