God does not punish or reward. He (or she or it) teaches love and its characteristics as a guide to heaven, a state, not a place. There is no reason to fear God, since love and fear are opposites and cannot exist simultaneously. It is up to us to create the age of divinity, this ouring all human conflicts.

This book addresses the challenge of education for citizenship at a specific, concrete level. It offers examples of efforts to create among our students a new set of what Tocqueville called mores or culturally defining 'habits of the heart' which will enhance citizenship, foster a sense of connectedness to a community stretching beyond the university, and ultimately, support the practices, basic values, and institutions necessary for the democratic process.

Fewer dishes—more delicious. Recipes for rice bowls, fish bowls, grain bowls, and more that mix and match your favorite textures and flavors.In this compact yet comprehensive cookbook, the expert chefs at the Williams Sonoma Test Kitchen show how varied bowl meals can be. Simply put, bowl food is healthful, colorful, comforting, and most important, easy to prepare. Organized by recipes featuring chicken; beef, pork, and lamb; seafood; vegetarian; and even a breakfas...

In "The Underground Railroad (With Illustrations)," William Still masterfully chronicles the harrowing journeys of enslaved individuals seeking freedom via the clandestine network known as the Underground Railroad. His narrative blends firsthand accounts with evocative illustrations, creating a poignant tapestry of hope, resilience, and the struggle against oppression. Still's literary style is both empathetic and compelling, engaging readers through rich descriptions and emotive storytell...

Read about how Tampa crime Boss Santo Trafficante Sr. and his son Santo Trafficante Jr. were involved in the deadly game of Bolita and went to war against their rivals to dominate this illicit gambling lottery racket in this informative report. Also read about how the Chicago Outfit mobsters Al Capone, Jake "Greasy Thumb" Guzik and Johnny "The Fox" Torrio purchased properties in St. Petersburg during the Florida land boom of the 1920s and how they secretly patronized a gambling vessel in S...

The first candid report from a land of fragile egos, available women, unexpected tenderness, intramural fistfights, colossal partying, bizarre humor, inconceivable riches, and desperate competition, Loose Balls does for roundball what Ball Four did for hardball. From revelations about the meanest, softest, and smelliest players in the league, to Williams’s early days as a “young man with a lot of money and not a lot of sense,” to his strong and powerful vi...

Bat, Ball and Field is a wonderful foray into the history and culture of cricket.‘Hotten is not just good, he is one of the best’ CricketerChronicling the evolution of the sport since its earliest years, highlighting transcendent moments as well as tragedies, Jon Hotten lifts the seemingly impregnable veil from the Laws, batting strokes, types of bowling and the sometimes absurd names given to where fielders stand, allowin...

In "The Underground Railroad (Complete Collection)," William Still provides a comprehensive and poignant compilation of narratives that illuminate the harrowing yet courageous journeys of enslaved individuals seeking freedom. Employing a meticulous blend of firsthand accounts, Still's literary style weaves together profound emotional depth and vivid imagery, making visible the anguished realities and indomitable spirits of those involved in the Underground Railroad. The work is situated wi...

In "A Discourse on the Life, Character and Writings of Gulian Crommelin Verplanck," William Cullen Bryant presents a profound exploration of Verplanck's contributions to American literature and culture. Written in a reflective and eloquent style characteristic of Bryant's Romantic sensibilities, this discourse delves into the intricacies of Verplanck's literary achievements, his role as a critic, and his commitment to civic duty. Contextually situated within the early 19th-century intellec...

This carefully crafted ebook: "Slavery: Not Forgiven, Never Forgotten" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Memoirs Narrative of Frederick Douglass 12 Years a Slave The Underground Railroad Up From Slavery Willie Lynch Letter Confessions of Nat Turner Narrative of Sojourner Truth Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl History of Mary Prince Running a Thousand Miles for Freedom Thirty Years a Slave Narrative of the Life of J. D. Green The Life of Ol...

In "Letters of a Traveller; Or, Notes of Things Seen in Europe and America," William Cullen Bryant combines his keen observation with a poetic sensibility, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the landscapes, cultures, and institutions of 19th-century Europe and America. The book showcases Bryant's lyrical prose, effectively transporting readers to diverse locales'—from the majestic Alps to the serene Hudson River. His reflections meditate on the sublime beauty of nature and the compl...

This unique collection of "LIVING TO TELL THE HORRID TALES: True Life Stories of Fomer Slaves, Testimonies, Novels & Historical Documents" has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards. Contents: Memoirs Narrative of Frederick Douglass 12 Years a Slave The Underground Railroad Up From Slavery Willie Lynch Letter Confessions of Nat Turner Narrative of Sojourner Truth Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl History of Mary Prince Running a Thousand Miles for Freedom Thirty Y...