The stories in "Queer Luck" revolve around poker games, the players, and the unusual or "queer" turns of luck that can occur during a hand. Each tale is likely filled with clever characters, unexpected outcomes, and the excitement of high-stakes gambling, particularly in the context of late 19th-century New York.The stories capture the psychology of the game, showcasing how skill, bluffing, and fortune intertwine in the unpredictable world of poker. These vignettes would appeal to readers ...

The stories in Stand Pat are set against the backdrop of the Mississippi River, a region known for its vibrant gambling scene and diverse characters. The collection delves into the world of poker, offering readers a glimpse into the games, strategies, and personalities involved in the high-stakes poker games of the time.Each story features a different cast of characters, including professional gamblers, riverboat captains, and local characters, all of whom are linked by their involvement i...

The narrative likely follows the protagonist's journey as they navigate the challenges of captivity among the Navajo people. The novel may explore themes such as cultural differences, survival, and resilience in the face of adversity."Captured by the Navajos" is set against the backdrop of the American Southwest, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the landscapes and cultures of the region during the period.As with many works of fiction set in the American West, "Captured by the Nava...

I bring you good tidings of great joy…Christmas is often a hectic time of year, which can make it difficult to enjoy the festivities or even cause you to lose sight of the real reason for the season and the true meaning of Christmas.Tidings of Comfort and Joy is an uplifting devotional that will help you stay grounded on what's really important at Christmastime. In this book, you'll discover God's biblical promises of the coming Messiah: Jesus, his own Son....

The city of St. Louis is known for its African American citizens and their many contributions to the culture within its borders, the country, and the world. Images of Modern America: African American St. Louis profiles some of the events that helped shape St. Louis from the 1960s to the present. Tracing key milestones in the city's history, this book attempts to pay homage to those African Americans who sacrificed to advance fair socioeconomic conditions for all. In the closing decades of ...

In this book, Curtis Gruenler proposes that the concept of the enigmatic, latent in a wide range of medieval thinking about literature, can help us better understand in medieval terms much of the era’s most enduring literature, from the riddles of the Anglo-Saxon bishop Aldhelm to the great vernacular works of Dante, Chaucer, Julian of Norwich, and, above all, Langland’s Piers Plowman. Riddles, rhetoric, and theology—the three fields of meaning of aenigma in medieval Lati...

In "Queer Luck: Poker Stories from the New York Sun," David A. Curtis presents a captivating collection of narratives that intertwine the world of poker with themes of identity, chance, and the human experience. Blending elements of journalism with vibrant storytelling, Curtis draws on a rich tapestry of historical and social contexts, illuminating the often-overlooked queer subtext within the high-stakes game of poker. The prose is imbued with a conversational tone that invites readers in...

International Law in the U.S. Legal System provides a wide-ranging overview of how international law intersects with the domestic legal system of the United States. Curtis Bradley explains the structure of the U.S. legal system and the various separation of powers and federalism considerations implicated by this structure. Against this backdrop, he covers all of the principal forms of international law: treaties, executive agreements, decisions and orders of international institut...

Dream of Rust and Glass is a speculative fiction and poetry collection featuring original work by Midwest writers. These men and women ask the question, "What if?" Their answers take us to strange, surprising, and surreal new worlds. What would life be like if people could change their faces and body language with a simple device? What if we used technology to go to space and mine its infinite resources? What if we could buy women from vending machines and those very women rose up in rebel...

A new interpretation of the constitutional law of foreign affairs, as it has been developed throughout its history by presidents and by Congress.In the more than 230 years since the Constitution took effect, the constitutional law governing the conduct of foreign affairs has evolved significantly. But that evolution did not come through formal amendments or Supreme Court rulings. Rather, the law has been defined by the practices of Congress and the executive branch...

This book does not teach what others teach. It is the first sequential presentation of prophecy. The teaching at the core of the book is about to jump into this world, and you have not even heard of it. "Running Prophecy" by Curtis A. Routley is a combination of the author's previous book, The Vision of All, and his spectacular studies that open up Revelation to its readers. When the maps of the first books are combined with the charts and drawings, it becomes easy to see how all the event...

True transformation begins from the inside out - starting with ourselves and extending outward to influence our families, workplaces, and communities. This book is a guide to living with purpose, discovering identity, and embracing a life rooted in faith and healing.Through powerful teachings on discipleship, wholeness, and self-development, you'll learn how to walk in alignment with the call of Jesus Christ. Explore practical principles for emotional healing, mental wellness, and ...