This book postulates that amae is a motivational factor with universal impact upon Japanese people. It explores the ways in which amae affects political behaviour and law as attitudes towards authority, factionalism, political opposition, and citizen's movements.

The classic behind-the-scenes account of what really happened in Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947—the recovery of a UFO."When I finished Witness to Roswell , I said to myself, 'Case closed!' for the very wealth and sheer weight of eyewitness testimony." —George Noory, host, Coast to Coast AMThis classic in the field of UFOology is filled with hard-hitting eyewitness testimon...

A mob boss hires an ex-cop to find his mistress's killer in "the kind of tight lipped, hard mouthed story . . . which Chandler initiated and which Bogart immortalized" ( Kirkus Reviews, starred review).Six months ago, Mitchell Tobin lost his career—and with it, his identity. An honest cop drummed out of the force because of one terrible mistake, Tobin has spent six months watching his savings dwindle and his family fall apart. But no matter how badly he ne...

As an aspiring or seasoned writer, do you feel like you aren't making headway, stumbling on what to write next, or wondering if you're even on the right path? Are you unable to find the motivation to charge up your computer and put your fingers on the keyboard after that last rejection?Between the pages of What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers, 100 highly accomplished authors share their time, energy, and knowledge to pay it forward and inspire other writers, experienced or a...

"Reveries of a Bachelor or, A Book of the Heart" by Donald Grant Mitchell is a reflective exploration of the inner life of a bachelor. Through a series of essays, Mitchell delves into themes of love, solitude, and the beauty of nature, offering readers a glimpse into the contemplative mind of a man navigating the complexities of life without the companionship of a partner. His prose is rich and evocative, painting vivid pictures of the world around him while also probing the depths of huma...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This comprehensive guide opens the doorway to the world of green witchcraft, intertwining the magic of the earth with the rhythms of the natural world. Through profound exploration into the practices and philosophies of great witchery, you'll be guided through a harmonious dance with nature, its cycles, and its gifts.Within these pages, you'll discover the foundational aspects of green witchcraft, from creating ...

Working night security at a museum, ex-cop Mitchell Tobin finds a naked corpse on display in this crime novel by the Edgar Award–winning author.When he first met Linda Campbell, Mitchell Tobin was nothing more to her than the man who had put her husband in jail. It took over a year for them to begin their affair, but once it started, it became intense—lasting right up to the day when Tobin shirked duty to see her, and his partner got killed as a result. Years later...

Fully authorized by the Margaret Mitchell estate, Rhett Butler's People is the astonishing and long-awaited novel that parallels the Great American Novel, Gone With The Wind. Twelve years in the making, the publication of Rhett Butler's People marks a major and historic cultural event.Through the storytelling mastery of award-winning writer Donald McCaig, the life and times of the dashing Rhett Butler unfolds. Through Rhett's eyes we meet...

"Dream Life: A Fable of the Seasons" by Donald Grant Mitchell is a whimsical exploration of the changing seasons through the lens of a dreamer. The narrative unfolds in a picturesque setting, where the protagonist experiences the beauty and challenges of each season. Mitchell's lyrical prose invites readers to reflect on the cycles of nature and the passage of time, blending fantasy with reality. The book serves as a reminder of the joys and sorrows that accompany the seasons, encouraging ...

Orphaned Hannah Macdonald becomes employed at Clanmere House as housemaid. Two weeks before, valuble paintings were stolen from the library at the large estate where Hannah had taken up employment and the staff are under suspision. There she meets Jack Tyrell, who has also been recently emloyed at Clanmere. They become friends and soon become romantically involved. They seal their love on the old bridge like many before them and Jack carves their initials on the wooden bridge. Hannah and J...

In "Dream Life: A Fable of the Seasons," Donald Grant Mitchell weaves a rich tapestry of narrative that intertwines the cycles of nature with the human experience. This allegorical work, written in a poetic and reflective style, explores the four seasons as metaphors for the stages of life'Äîeach with its unique challenges and rhythms. Mitchell employs lush imagery and lyrical prose, inviting readers to immerse themselves in a dreamlike landscape that celebrates the interplay between the e...

#VanChurch is a wry, thoughtful travel memoir that tells the true story of one couple's adventures and challenges driving and camping cross-country in a 40 square foot van.