A path for building wealth from the self-made Jamaican-Canadian billionaireWhat are the odds that a boy born into poverty on a small Caribbean island in the 1950s would rise to become one of the world’s few Black billionaires—standing alongside global icons like Michael Jordan, Oprah Winfrey, Jay-Z and Rihanna? Against staggering odds, Michael Lee-Chin did exactly that.In The Way of Wealth, Lee-Chin tells the extraordinary story of how discipline, ...

Not Gonna Write Poems: A Poetry Book for All the Non Poets is a collection of whimsical and delightful poems that are meant to be read with your entire family. The book’s poems deal with a wide variety of subjects from homework to snoring to “Whatever Happened to Superman?”Sketches by the author and his daughter, Jessica, enhance the poems’ words. This book introduces children to the world of poetry with funny and insightful verses. Dr. Lee seeks to inspire children to dis...

This study manual is intended to assist the student of the bible or just the casual reader in determining whether or not they have a firm grasp of the topics, doctrines and principles discussed in the book manuscript. For, as the author has discovered over the years, that from time to time after he has read a book, treatise, position paper, or important, worthwhile literary work—he was often left with the question of whether or not he had acquired the proper understanding and insight of th...

A lively multigenerational tale of six charming, unforgettable Southern women--a story of love and laughter, pain and redemption.Though she was born in Tennessee, Miss Gussie is no country fool. A woman who can handle any situation, she has her hands full with her two headstrong daughters who happen to be complete opposites -- dour Dorothy and sweet Clancy Jane. Hoping money will heal childhood wounds, Dorothy marries the owner of a five-and-dime, while Clancy Jane gets into a mess...

The story of a man whose music changed the world.Farrokh Bulsara was a young boy who loved music and was known for being quiet and kind, even when people made fun of his unusual teeth.Farrokh grew up to be Freddie Mercury, an incredible musician who could command audiences with his charisma and talent, and who would one day say that those teeth were the very reason he was able to sing with such amazing range.From his childhood in Zanzibar to the for...

Explore one of the most dynamic movements of our time: liberation theology.In the midst of poverty and oppression, liberation theology emerged in twentieth-century Latin America as a beacon of hope. By thinking about their faith in innovative ways, believers wrestled with these profound social problems. Dramatic in its context and sweeping in its scope, liberation theology continues to offer fascinating ways to engage with issues such as inequality, violence, and e...

A single day in the heat of armed conflict can shape the future of the world. Throughout history, individual battles have inspired the birth of nations, the devastation of cultures and the triumph of revolutions. Yet while some battles rise up as the cornerstones of history, others fade in our cultural memory, forgotten as minor skirmishes. Why is this so? What makes a battle "important"?Celebrated veteran and military expert Michael Lee Lanning offers a provocative response with T...

When Dwight Eisenhower graduated from West Point in 1915, few would have predicted he was destined for greatness. Yet the young officer made the most of the opportunities he was given, made a lasting impression on superiors, and eventually gained a reputation as an excellent staff officer.Fifty-nine graduates became generals during World War II, but none of that was clear at the time, especially not for the young Dwight Eisenhower, who graduated sixty-first in a class of 164.

In The Brothers' Chronicles, a new general from the darkness begins his assault on humankind. The Beastmaster, a relentless creature, wields dominion over beasts to create an army that even the brothers may find unstoppable. Join Jason and Sam as they battle for humanity's survival. Can they halt this new dark force?

A gifted scientist is on a time clock trying to stop the destruction of the United States and potential world domination. Meanwhile, the NYSE is having a bad day. A virus is spreading through the building and can't be stopped. A ransom note says they have three days before it shuts down trading for good. A classified government project in Washington D.C. is training soldiers to protect the internet from outside invasion, but is that their actual mission? An unwitting Asian electronics firm...

Tap Into the Power of Human ConnectionCreating a thriving organization where employees feel valued, the environment is energized, and high productivity and innovation are the norm requires a new kind of leader who fosters a culture of connection within the organization. Connection Culture, 2nd Edition, is your game-changing opportunity to become that leader and to begin fostering a connection culture in your organization. Stop undermining performance and take the first step toward ...

The man whose maths saved millions of lives.Alan Turing was a mathematician, scientist and codebreaker who helped defeat the Nazis in the Second World War with his incredible decoding of secret messages from enemy soldiers.Discover his life story in this beautifully illustrated book, from his childhood as a quiet boy who loved maths, to becoming one of the most important scientists and codebreakers in history.Collect the...