Unus Nulla Nulla. A secret none can tell, but in and by the Gods of Old, it shall all be revealed. Such is the song of the sisters of the firstborn god, Armion who have been cast away to the furthest ends of Endrisil by his sister and lover, Myfta, and also the theme of the story.Gods of Old is set in an imaginary medieval world. It is a book of High and Epic Fantasy centered around gods and witches. The story tells of the terrible game the gods play at the detriment of the fate of...

It seemed that Father Anthony gathered all the warmth of the short northern summer and kept it for winter use, for his good nature was an actual physical force. From his ruddy face beamed such an ardent kindliness that people literally reached out towards him as they might extend their hands toward a comfortable fire. All the labors of his work as an Inspector of Jesuit institutions across the length and breadth of Canada could not lessen the flame of the good father's enthusiasm; his smil...

Making your marriage work is an intentional act, understanding your roles to play as a wife is another thing that demands your optimum cooperation. Read and learn for yourself.

Mystery surrounds James Ricketts, a New Jersey officer in the King’s service during the American Revolution. Unable to return home because of the war, he leaves his first posting in the West Indies for Scotland to rendezvous for his marriage to Sarah Livingston, daughter of a prominent New York patriot. Their hosts include a British general. From then on they become entangled in disturbing plots. A duel to the death develops between James and an archenemy, the venomous Peter Cartwright. Af...

John chronicles some of his bipolar episode experiences, both in-patient and outpatient;, and how he has achieved long term recovery. He details the process of identifying the appropriate medication and the importance of consistent usage. He identifies a variety of coping skills - how to develop and use them. John then delves into how creative expression can channel thoughts and emotions in useful and constructive ways, psychological and spiritual. As examples of John's creative process, h...

In 2016, South African film audiences were mesmerised by the film Noem My Skollie, which was written by – and based on the life of – John W. Fredericks. In this book Fredericks tells the full story on which the film was based. Growing up in a dusty township on the Cape Flats, Fredericks formed a gang with his friends, and at the age of seventeen he was arrested for robbery and sentenced to two years in Pollsmoor prison. A number gangs vied to initiate him into their ranks, but he resisted ...

"[A] tour de force examination of the history of ivory . . . and the demise of the elephant and human decency in the process of this unholy quest." — The Huffington PostPraised for the nuance and sensitivity with which it approaches one of the most fraught conservation issues we face today, John Frederick Walker's Ivory's Ghosts tells the astonishing story of the power of ivory through the ages, and its impact on elephants. Long before gold and ge...

An in-depth overview of how Catholicism became such a dominant force across America's southern cultural region.One cannot understand Latin America without understanding the history of the Catholic Church in the region. Catholicism has been predominant in Latin America and it has played a definitive role in its development. It helped to spur the conquest of the New World with its emphasis on missions to the indigenous peoples, controlled many aspects of the colonial...

"Walker . . . weaves a surprisingly fascinating story around one animal, involving colonialism, revolution, biology, and politics . . . Hard to put down." — BooklistIn A Certain Curve of Horn, veteran journalist John Frederick Walker tells the story of one of the most revered and endangered of the regal beasts of Africa: the giant sable antelope of Angola, a majestic, coal-black quadruped with breathtaking curved horns over five feet long. It is a...

"The Amazing City" by John Frederick Macdonald is a captivating exploration of urban life and the intricate dynamics that shape modern cities. Through vivid descriptions and engaging narratives, Macdonald delves into the architectural marvels, cultural diversity, and the everyday experiences of city dwellers. The book paints a picture of the vibrant energy that pulses through urban landscapes, highlighting both the beauty and challenges of city living. Readers are invited to reflect on the...

John Frederick Zurn describes the sudden onset of Bipolar Disorder and some of the ensuing chaos. He briefly chronicles his stays in various institutions and homes as he made a path to long term recovery. John discusses some of the workplace and social challenges such a diagnosis presents and some approaches to handling them. The book includes a significant chapter on techniques he has found effective to arrive at a state of long term recovery and how he has employed them to maintain that ...

John Frederick Zurn describes some of his bipolar episodes and their effect on him. Using them as a platform he details the methods he has used for his long term recovery of more than 40 years.While emphasizing the value of therapy, he describes the problems, approaches and the value of medication and counseling. He lists 10 Observations on Bipolar Disorder followed by 10 Useful Coping Strategies.John delves into bipolar disorder impacts on employment, social interactions an...